Dear Illustrious Fraters Loyal Ladies, and Esteemed Guests
Fraternal Greetings,
On behalf of the United Supreme Council - DC, we are delighted to welcome you to the historic and soulful city of New Orleans, affectionately known as the Crescent City. As Sovereign Grand Commander and Grand Loyal Lady Ruler, it is our distinct honor to host the 2025 Annual Session in a city renowned for its cultural richness, unmatched hospitality, and profound African American heritage. From the rhythms of jazz echoing through the French Quarter to the timeless charm of its architecture and cuisine, New Or leans promises an unforgettable backdrop for our convening. We extend heartfelt appreciation to the Orient of Louisiana for their gracious hospitality and unwavering commitment to serving as host for this year ’ s Session. Your leadership sets the tone for a successful and dignified gathering. While here, we encourage you to immerse yourself in the spirit of the city. Take time to visit the banks of the mighty Mississippi River, explore the historic French Market, stroll through Jackson Square, or tour the countless museums, galleries, and landmarks that showcase the city ’ s enduring legacy and vibrant culture. May our time together be marked by elevated fellowship, renewed purpose, and continued progress in the legacy of Prince Hall Freemasonry.
With fraternal love and loyal esteem, we remain.
Sincerely and Respectfully,.
GLLR, Vanessa Murchison
Dr. Ralph Slaughter
President, Auxiliary to the USC- DC
Sovereign Grand Commander
OFFICIAL NOTICE Grand Inspectors General of all grades and Ladies of the Golden Circle are hereby notified that the United Supreme Council-DC & Order of the Golden Circle will convene for its 2025 United Supreme Council Session at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113. We have enclosed for your convenience the hotel information. Please make your hotel reservations as soon as possible. The hotel has prepared a reservation link for your convenience, which is enclosed in this notice. Note: Pre-Registration and Souvenir Journal Contracts can be completed electronically on our
official website at: http://www.usc-dc.org/ December 17th, 18 th , 19th, 20th, & 21st (Wednesday—Sunday)
All Sovereign Grand Inspectors General are required to register. All SGIG & GIG candidates are required to register. The advance registration form must be completed and submitted with payment, postmarked or electronically received by November 30, 2025. The advance registration fee is $250.00, and the On-site registration fee is $300.00. The registration fee includes session access, one (1) Luncheon Ticket, and one (1) Banquet Ticket. An additional luncheon ticket costs $70.00, and an extra banquet ticket is $100.00 each.
The Council of Administration (COA) must be present for an Executive Officers meeting scheduled for Thursday, December 18 th at 1:00 p.m. Deputies must be present for a Deputies meeting that will include the COA and Overseers scheduled for Thursday, December 18 h at 3:00 p.m. All Sovereign Grand Inspectors General are required to be present for the First Executive session scheduled for Friday, December 19 th at 9:00 a.m. Meetings on Thursday and Friday will be in business attire. All candidates for Grand Inspectors General are required to report for class orientation scheduled for Thursday, December 18 th at 2:00 p.m. Candidates will be in a black suit, white shirt, and black necktie or bow tie. Sublime Princes of the Royal Secret are cordially invited to attend this year’s session due to the issuance of the new Scottish Rite Rituals. Scottish Rite Training Seminars will be conducted daily to implement the new ritual changes. All Sublime Princes will be required to register to participate in the following events:
• Scottish Rite Training Seminars (New Ritual Training) • Lodge Helper Certification • Memorial Service • Luncheon
• Banquet • Social • Sunday Worship Service
The Memorial Service will be on Thursday at 7:00 p.m. The 33 rd Degree Elevation and General Session will begin Saturday morning with workshops and training sessions on Saturday afternoon. The banquet will be held on Saturday evening, and a Devotional service on Sunday morning. COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS Masks are recommended but may change depending on current CDC guidelines. In light of the dangers associated with COVID-19 and its variants, the United Supreme Council takes the matter seriously. Each conferee and guest is strongly encouraged to vaccinate before attending this year's Annual Session. Temperature checks will be conducted daily by either automated monitors or handheld devices. Participants with temperatures above 100.4°F/38° C will be evaluated for COVID-19 and will not be allowed to participate. Before each meeting, during lunch breaks, and at the end of the meeting, all meeting rooms will be decontaminated three times a day. Upon completion of the daily medical screening process, all conferees and guests will receive a wristband. NO WRISTBAND, NO ENTRY! The USC-DC COVID-19 Liability Release Waiver Form must be completed and signed by all conferees and guests. The waiver is part of the registration form for members. Guests will have access to the form on-site. To pick up pre-registration credentials or register on-site, you will need proof of the waiver approval and a wristband. Your entry into our various events/activities will be denied if you do not comply with the requirements listed above CLASS REUNION MEETINGS Grand Inspectors General of all grades who were elevated in the year whose last numeral is 1, 3, 6, or 8 and have not attended a USC-DC Supreme Council are reminded that this is the year of their class reunion, and they are expected to attend the session. Classes interested in holding a class reunion or meeting should contact Illustrious Nicholas Padilla, Jr, Grand Secretary-General, H.E., by mail at 1835 7 th Street, NW, #153, Washington, D.C. 20001 or via email at USCDCgrandsecretaryoffice@gmail.com. Those classes not mentioned above may also hold class reunions or meetings.
Given over our signature this 21 st day of July 2025 A.D.
ATTEST:
Dr. Ralph Slaughter Sovereign Grand Commander
Nicholas Padilla Grand Secretary-General, H.E.
ADVANCE REGISTRATION The advance Registration fee is $250.00. The On-Site Registration fee will be $300.00 . An additional luncheon ticket costs $70.00, and the banquet ticket is $100.00 each. An Advance Registration form is enclosed for your convenience. Please fill out the form and return the form with a check or money order to: USC-DC Convention Department in Washington, D.C., 1835 7 th Street, NW, #153, Washington, D.C. 20001 The advance registration form must be completed and submitted with payment, postmarked or received electronically, by November 30, 2025. Payment through PayPal should be made to uscdcgrandsecretaryoffice@gmail.com, and the registration form should be emailed to the USC- DC email address. ONLINE REGISTRATION Members can register for the 2025 Session by accessing the online registration form using the link below: https://form.jotform.com/231914740163149 HOTEL INFORMATION The members and guests will stay at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113. The daily hotel rate is $154 per single or double occupancy. Reservations can be made by contacting the Hyatt Regency New Orleans directly at (504) 561-1234. Please use group code: G-SUP2. Reservations may also be made utilizing the following hotel reservation link: https://www.hyatt.com/group-booking/MSYRN/G-SUP2 Please note that the cut-off date for making reservations is November 24, 2025. MEETING PLACE The Divine and Memorial Service will be held on Thursday, December 18, 2025, and the official ceremonial opening of the United Supreme Council will be held on Saturday, December 20, 2025. All programs and the official sessions will be held at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans Hotel, 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113. REFUNDS All conference cancellations and refund requests must be submitted in writing via mail or email by midnight on November 30, 2025. The mailing address is United Supreme Council, Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry for the United States of America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc., Prince Hall Affiliated, 1835 7 th Street, NW, #153, Washington, D.C. 20001; email is uscdcgrandsecretaryoffice@gmail.com,
ATTIRE Divine and Memorial Services (Thursday) and Ceremonial Opening: Black suit, white shirt, black tie, black shoes, white gloves, ceremonial robes, and crowns. Banquet Attire (Formal): General: After Six / Black Tuxedo Sovereign Grand Inspectors General: Black tails with white tie or bow tie, white low-cut vest, black dress socks, and black formal shoes Grand Inspectors General and Sublime Princes: Black tuxedo, black bow tie, black socks, and black formal shoes ANNUAL BANQUET The Annual Banquet, honoring the newly elevated Class of 2025, will take place on Saturday, December 20, 2025, at 7:00 p.m. in the Celestine Ballroom of the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113. In addition to class and award presentations, past classes and reunion groups may offer contributions during the event. Scooter Rentals December 17 -21, 2025 Delivered to the Hotel $185 To reserve your scooter, contact: 1-888-610 - 6372
Thursday, December 18, 2025 Time (CST) Event
Location
7:00 AM 8:00 AM 12:00 PM 1:00 PM 2:00 PM 3:00 PM 7:30 PM 9:30 PM
Medical Office
Imperial 2 4th Floor
Storyville Hall 3 rd Floor Storyville Hall 3 rd Floor Imperial 10 4 th Floor Celestine F/G 3 rd Floor Celestine E/D 3 rd Floor Celestine E/D 3 rd Floor Storyville Hall 3 rd Floor Imperial 2 4 th Floor 8 Block Kitchen & Bar Storyville Hall 3 rd Floor Story v ille Hall 3 rd Floor Celestine E/D 3 rd Floor Celestine A/B/C 3 rd Floor Celestine F/G 3 rd Floor Imperial 10 4 th Floor Imperial 9 4 th Floor Imperial 10 4 th Floor Celestine D/E 3 rd Floor
On-Site/Advanced Registration
Vendors
Elected Officers Meeting Class Orientation / Intake
Deputies Meeting
Joint Memorial Service
Social Courtesies
Friday, December 19, 2025 7:00 AM
Medical
7:30 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:00 AM 10:00 AM 1:00 PM 2:30 PM 2:00 PM 6:00 PM 7:30 PM
Military & Veteran Affairs Breakfast
Advance/On-Site Registration
Vendors
Executive Session
Order of the Golden Circle
Class Orientation
Scottish Rite Training Lodge Helper Training
Scottish Rite Training Resumes
SGIG Coronation Class Reunions
Celestine H 3 rd Floor
Special Event
TBA
Saturday, December 20, 2025 Time (CST) Event
Location
Medical Advance/On-Site Registration Vendors Class Orientation Order of the Golden Circle General Session & Elevation Scottish Rite Training Joint Luncheon Scottish Rite Training Resumes General Session Reconvenes KSA Secretary’s Workshop Assembly for Banquet Joint Banquet
7:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 8:00 AM 9:00 AM 9:30 AM 10:30 AM 12:00 PM 2:30 PM 2:30 PM 4:00 PM 6:30 PM 7:00 PM
Imperial 2 4 th Floor
Storyville Hall 3 rd Floor Storyville Hall 3 rd Floor Celestine F/G 3 rd Floor Celestine A/B/C 3 rd Floor Celestine D/E 3 rd Floor Imperial 10 4 th Floor Storyville Hall 3 rd Floor Imperial 10 4 th Floor Celestine E/D 3 rd Floor
Imperial 9 4 th Floor
Storyville Hall 3 rd Floor Celestine A-D 3 rd Floor
Sunday, December 21, 2025 8:00 AM
Imperial 2 4 th Floor
Medical
9:00 AM
Devotional Service
Celestine A/B/C
United Supreme Council-D.C.
Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry for the United States of America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. Prince Hall Affiliated 2025 ADVANCE REGISTRATION FORM The advance Registration fee is $250.00. The On-Site Registration fee will be $300.00 . The registration fee includes one (1) luncheon ticket and one (1) banquet ticket.
USC-DC Grade:
First Name:
Initial:
Last Name:
Consistory/Assembly Name:
No.
Orient:
Title/Position: Street Address: E-mail: My Products : State:
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Extra Luncheon Ticket @ $70.00 Extra Banquet Ticket@ $100.00
$
$ TOTAL AMOUNT ENCLOSED : $ SPECIAL REQUEST OR NEEDS DURING SESSION
Are you handicap and/or require Special Assistance?
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NO NO NO
Do you need a motorized scooter? Do you require Vegetarian meals?
Mail Form to: OFFICE OF THE SECRETARY GENERAL -USC DC Attn: Convention Department 1835 7th Street NW, #153 Washington, D.C. 20001 REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT INFORMATION
ADVANCE REGISTRATION ENDS: 30 NOVEMBER 2025 ($250.00) LATE REGISTRATION BEGINS: 1-21 DECEMEBER 2025 ($300.00) A copy of this advance registration form must be completed, mailed, and received by the Convention Department. Completed forms can be emailed to: uscdcsouvenirjournalcontract@gmail.com. Bank Drafts, Checks, and Money Orders are made Payable to: USC-DC .
Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry for the United States of America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc.
Illustrious Sirs and Fraters: The Sovereign Grand Commander is desirous of having a Souvenir Journal for the United Supreme Council’s 2025 Annual Session. All SGIGs are required to place an advertisement in the booklet. Please feel free to reproduce the advertisement contract form and send it to other Masonic bodies and state and local organizations such as the NAACP, Urban League, etc. Enclosed is the advertisement (digital form and .pdf version) for your use and distribution throughout your Orients. In addition, please contact your local businesses and request their support. The Business advertisement prices are included on the contract form. Make all Bank Drafts, Checks, and Money Orders Payable to: "USC-DC." ALL funds must be sent to "United Supreme Council - DC, 1835 7th Street, NW, #153, Washington, D.C. 20001". Please annotate on your advertisement contract whether your payment was made via check, or money order. ADVERTISEMENTS: If you use the organization’s name in your ad, please use the name below: United Supreme Council Ancient and Accepted Scottish Rite for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry for the United States of America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. Prince Hall Affiliated Please follow the instructions on the advertisement form about photos and print. Please
send your “Ready to Print Ads” via the below Jotform at: https://form.jotform.com/251885411909161
We anticipate your generous support and earnestly thank you in advance. Once again, thank you for adhering to the time frame. ALL ADVERTISEMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 1, 2025
Illustrious Nicholas Padilla, Jr., 33° Chairman, Souvenir Journal Committee Enclosure: (1) Advertisement Contract Form
202 5 SOUVENIR JOURNAL ADVERTISING CONTRACT FORM Please enter my subscription for a (Circle Preference): Full Page / Half Page
Enclosed herewith is PAYMENT IN FULL according to the rate schedule below:
*ONE PICTURE PER FULL PAGE ONLY* MAIL-IN ADVERTISEMENTS:
PHOTOGRAPHS SHOULD BE GLOSSY FINISH AND NO LARGER THAN 5" X 7" ALL ADVERTISEMENT ENTRIES MUST BE TYPED OR LEGIBLY PRINTED PLEASE ADD AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE OF $20.00 FOR ADS NOT CAMERA-READY CAMERA-READY ADVERTISEMENT SHOULD BE UPLOADED TO: https://form.jotform.com/251885411909161 PHOTOGRAPHS MUST BE SAVED AS JPEG IMAGES WITH WORD FORMAT ADVERTISEMENTS SENT WITH THIS REGISTRATION FORM Make Checks or Money Orders Payable to: USC-DC
MAIL PAYMENTS TO: United Supreme Council (USC-DC) Attn: Souvenir Journal Committee
1835 7th Street, NW, #153 Washington, D.C. 20001 ALL ADVERTISEMENTS MUST BE RECEIVED NO LATER THAN NOVEMBER 1, 2025 (NO EXCEPTIONS)
USC-DC Grade:
First Name:
Initial:
Last Name:
Consistory/Assembly Name:
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Orient:
Title/Position: Street Address:
City:
State: E-mail:
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PAYMENT INFORMATION
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Nicholas Padilla Grand Secretary – General, H.E.
Dr. Ralph Slaughter
Sovereign Grand Commander
August 1, 202 5
Dear Future Vendor,
On behalf of the United Supreme Council, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite of Freemasonry for the 33rd and Last Degree of the United States of America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc., Prince Hall Affiliated, it is my honor to extend to you a cordial invitation to participate as a vendor during our upcoming Annual Session, to be held December 17–21, 2025, at the prestigious Hyatt Regency New Orleans, located at 601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70113. If you wish to attend this event as a vendor, please contact the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana 70113. The daily hotel rate is as follows: $154 for 1 king or 2 Queen beds. The hotel address is listed below. Please make your reservations by calling (504) 561-1234. You can also make your reservation online by visiting https://www.hyatt.com/group-booking/MSYRN/G-SUP2. The group code is G-SUP2 (2025 United Supreme Council). Reservations must be made no later than November 24th to ensure you receive the discounted rate. To reserve your vendor space, please complete the https://form.jotform.com/251977870177169 and submit the application fee of $ 40 0 per vendor space by November 10, 202 5 . The application fee includes two (2) 6-foot tables. Adequate space will be allotted to all vendors as space permits. The vendor’s set -up can begin any time after 12:00 PM Wednesday, December 17 , 202 5 . We will have an assigned exhibit hall for vendors. Once your completed agreement and payment are received, you will receive an automated confirmation of payment. A follow-up email will be sent confirming your finalized vendor space assignment and additional logistical details. Important Notes: • All payments must be made online . Personal checks will not be accepted. • Contact Info: For any questions regarding the vendor form or payment process, feel free to reach out to me at: (315) 767-5441 or email gsbsr071@hotmail.com. We look forward to your participation and are confident that this session will offer an excellent platform to engage with a dynamic audience and expand your network. With warm regards,
Gordon S. Brown, Sr. Director, USC-DC Vendor Relations (315) 767-5441 gsbsr071@hotmail.com
OFFICIAL VENDOR AGREEMENT
United Supreme Council Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry for the United States of America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc., Prince Hall Affiliated
1835 7th Street NW, #153 Washington, D.C. 20001
This is an official vendor agreement between The United Supreme Council, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry for the United States of America and its Jurisdictions, Inc., Prince Hall Affiliated: Whereby said vendor is authorized to display and sell appropriate products (not to include flammables, drugs/ dangerous substances, alcohol, tobacco and firearms) in space(s) designated by the official representative of the United Supreme Council, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry for the United States of America and Its Jurisdiction, Inc., Prince Hall Affiliated, will convene its 202 5 Annual Session, December 1 7 - 21 , 202 5 at the H y att Regency New Orleans, located at 601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana 70113. Spaces are assigned on arrival at the conference site, and done at the discretion of the United Supreme Council’s vendor manager . The said party named above, as the vendor, agrees that a NON-REFUNDABLE fee of FOUR HUNDRED ($ 40 0.00) per space (can accommodate ( 2 ) 6-foot table s ) must be paid before assignment and occupancy of any vendor display space. If you have any questions, please contact Gordon S. Brown Sr. via telephone at ( 315 ) 767 - 5441 or by email at gsbsr071@hotmail.com . Hotel accommodations and meals are the sole responsibility of individual vendors. Reservations may be made by contacting the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, Louisiana 70113. The daily hotel rate is as follows: $154 for 1 king or 2 Queen beds. Please make your reservations by calling (504) 561-1234. You can also make your reservation online by visiting https://www.hyatt.com/group-booking/MSYRN/ G-SUP2. The group code is G-SUP2 (2025 United Supreme Council). Reservations must be made no later than November 24th to ensure that you receive the discounted rate .
https://form.jotform.com/251977870177169
The United Supreme Council, Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite for the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry for the United States of America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc., Prince Hall Affiliated, assumes no liability for storage or loss of any property or any debts incurred by its members or visitors. Any permits and insurance required by local government officials and/or the hotel, are the sole responsibility of the vendor. Copyright and licensing agreements are also the sole responsibility of the vendor.
United Supreme Council-D.C.
Auxiliary to the United Supreme Council Washington, DC
Order of the Golden Circle, Prince Hall Affiliated
To Be Held In Conjunction with UNITED SUPREME COUNCIL Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite
For the Thirty-Third and Last Degree of Freemasonry For the United States of America and Its Jurisdictions, Inc. Prince Hall Affiliated 2025 USC-DC Annual Session New Orleans, Louisiana Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday December 17 – 21, 2025
Hyatt Regency New Orleans 601 Loyola Avenue New Orleans, Louisiana 70113
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Official Notice
We want to let you know that the Auxiliary to the United Supreme Council – D.C. will be holding its 2025 Annual Session at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, Louisiana, 601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70113. Please take a moment to read through the enclosed information carefully. There have been some updates that may affect you, so be sure to check the agenda for important dates, times, and details. Please note the c hanges to this year’s Annual Session: (1) Wednesday afternoon, Kits preparation; (2) Thursday, Joint Memorial Service; (3) Saturday, Banquet.
COVID-19 SAFETY PROTOCOLS Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday December 17 th through December 21 st , 2025
Masks are recommended but may change depending on current CDC guidelines. In light of the dangers associated with COVID-19 and its variants, the United Supreme Council takes the matter seriously. Each conferee and guest are strongly advised to vaccinate before attending this year’s Annual Session. Temperature checks will be conducted daily by either automated monitors or handheld devices. Participants with temperatures above 100.4 º F/38 ºC, will be evaluated for COVID-19 and will not be allowed to participate. All meeting rooms will be decontaminated three times a day, before each meeting, during lunch breaks, and at the end of the meeting. Upon completion of the daily medical screening process, all conferees and guest will receive a wristband. NO WRISTBAND, NO ENTRY! The USC-DC COVID-19 Liability Release Waiver form* must be completed and signed by all conferees and guests. The waiver is part of the registration form for members. Guests will have to sign the form on site. To pick up pre-registration credentials or register on site, you will need proof of the waiver approval and a wristband. Your entry into our various events / activities will be denied if you do not comply with the requirements listed above. Once signed submit the form to auxiliaryuscdc2025@gmail.com or mail it with your registration form and payment to Auxiliary to USC-DC, P.O. Box 6954, Capital Heights, MD 20791. Blank forms will be available on-site and must be signed prior to your on-site registration. Please print and sign the Waiver Form.
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Hotel Information
The members and guests will stay at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, Louisiana, 601 Loyola Avenue, New Orleans, Louisiana, 70113 . Please utilize the following information to make your reservations. 1. Hotel daily room rate is $154.00 single / double is $179. ( Tax not included ). Reservations may be made telephonically by contacting the Hyatt Regency New Orleans at (504) 561-1234 , and provide the following group code G-SUP2. 2. Reservations may also be made utilizing the following hotel reservation link https://www.hyatt.com/group-booking/MSYRN/G-SUP2 Please note that the cut-off date for making reservations is November 24, 2025 .
Advance Registration
The Advance Registration fee is $170.00. The Advance Registration form is enclosed for your convenience and must be completed and submitted with payment postmarked by November 30, 2025. Payments mailed after November 30, must be in certified check or money order. Please submit the Registration form along with your mailed in payment (money order or check) to Auxiliary to USC-DC, P. O. Box 6954, Capital Heights, MD 20791. A LL PAYMENTS ARE BY MAIL ONLY .
Advanced
08/01/2025 – 11/30/2025 $170.00
Luncheon Banquet
$70.00 $100.00
Late / On-Site
Beginning 12/01/2025
$200.00
Any registrations received after November 30, 2025 will be considered late / on- site registration and the fee will be $200.00 and must be in certified check or money order. The registration fee includes access to the Session and the Luncheon. Banquet tickets are $100 each and must be purchased separately, payable to USC- DC and can be mailed along with your registration. Loyal Lady, if your significant other will be purchasing your ticket, please let us know on your registration form (write it in on the form). Note: The registration badge is required for entry into the session and the luncheon. Guest must present their ticket for entry into the luncheon and / or banquet. I F YOU HAVE A DIETARY RESTRICTION , PLEASE INDICATE THAT ON YOUR REGISTRATION FORM . I F IT IS NOT IDENTIFIED ON YOUR REGISTRATION FORM YOU WILL NOT GET A SPECIAL MEAL .
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You may purchase a USC- DC Banquet Ticket for $100.00 and an extra Luncheon Ticket for $70.00. Please note payments for the Extra Luncheon Ticket can be included with your Auxiliary Advanced Registration.
Meeting Place
All meetings, all programs, and the Official Sessions will be held at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave., New Orleans, LA 70113 . Wednesday and Thursday are considered travel days. Kit Preparation will take place on Wednesday at 4:00 pm. Room TBD.
Thursday, December 18, 2025 Registration from 8:00 am until 12 noon; and 1:30 pm until 3:00 pm. SGLLR meeting 2:30 p.m. The Joint Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 pm.
Friday, December 19, 2025 Training (time TBA)
Saturday, December 20, 2025 Registration on Saturday will begin at 8:00 am and end promptly at 8:45 am. The official opening of the USC-Auxiliary, Order of the Golden Circle will begin at 9:00 a.m. The Banquet will be held on Saturday evening at 7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 21, 2025 Devotional service at 9:00 am.
Attire
Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday “dress as you are” decent and in order. ➢ Thursday evening Joint Memorial Service Attire : State Grand Loyal Lady Ruler and Past and Honorary Past State Grand Loyal Lady Rulers wear their capes on the gold side with left side folded back and pinned. All other members wear the cape white side out, with left front folded back and pinned with the GC pin.
➢ Friday: OGC Training and activities: Dress is casual, decent and in order.
➢ Saturday meeting: White hosiery, shoes, gloves, and jewelry. The white gloves may have the O.G.C. emblem. ▪ Gold crown with wide gold band for SGLLR and PSGLLR, HPSGLLR. ▪ White crown with wide gold band for LLR, PLLR and HPLLR. ▪ White crown with small gold band for all other Loyal Ladies.
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Annual Banquet
Saturday evening ~Annual Banquet: The banquet is FORMAL attire (Loyal Lady’s choice of color attire should be decent and in order) shall be worn to the Banquet held on Saturday night. NO PANTS.
REFUNDS
All Auxiliary registration refund requests must be received via mail or email no later than November 30, 2025. The address is Auxiliary to USC-DC, P. O. Box 6954, Capital Heights, MD 20791; email; auxiliaryuscdc2025@gmail.com
Parking ~ Valet Parking only is available at the hotel at a daily rate of $30.00, based on the hot el’s parking space availability, with unlimited in and out access to your vehicle, based on the hotel’s parking space availab ility.
Daily Valet Parking
$30.00/day
Scooter Rental: Scootaround Scooter Rental The rental fee is $185. The rate applies for convention dates (Dec 17-21, 2025). For your convenience, you may contact either of the following numbers to make a reservation or inquire further: 888-484-1804 or 888-610-6372 .
QR code supplied for use to rent a scooter.
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Souvenir Journal
November 1, 2025 is the deadline for all ads. Ads are Digital Form Only – Mail in ads will not be accepted.
Prices are: Full page $150.00 Half-Page $100.00 Inside Back Cover $300.00
Complete the online digital form and fill in your information. You will be able to drag and drop the Ad into the space indicated on the form. Additionally, you can copy and paste the link below in the web browser and complete your ad. https://form.jotform.com/251885411909161
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Safe travels! We look forward to seeing you in New Orleans, LA
Yours in Peace and Unity
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United Supreme Council-D.C. COVID-19 Liability Release Waiver and assumption of risk.
The World Health Organization has declared the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) a worldwide pandemic. Due to its capacity to transmit from person to person through respiratory droplets, the government has set recommendations, guidelines, and some prohibitions to which the United Supreme Council-D.C. adheres to comply. In consideration of my participation in the USC-DC, Annual Session 17-21 December 2025 at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, 601 Loyola Ave, New Orleans, LA 70113, the undersigned will acknowledge and agree to the following: I am aware of the existence of the risk to my physical appearance to the venue and my participation to the USC- DC Annual Session events/activities that may cause injury or illness, such as, but not limited to COVID-19 and its variants.
I have not experienced symptoms of fever, fatigue, difficulty in breathing, or dry cough. I have not exhibited any symptoms relating to COVID-19 or any other communicable disease within the last 14 days.
I am familiar with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ("CDC") guidelines regarding COVID- 19, which are located at https://www.coronavirus.gov and https://www.cdc/gov/coronavirus/2019- ncov/index.html. I acknowledge and understand that the circumstances regarding COVID-19 are changing from day to day and that the CDC guidelines are regularly modified and updated. I accept full responsibility for familiarizing myself with the most recent updates and making informed decisions to take precautionary measures to protect myself and others. In addition to the CDC guidelines, I agree to abide by any and all policies or postings published to the general public at every event.
I have not, nor any member(s) of my household, been diagnosed to be infected with COVID-19 virus within the last 30 days.
Following the pronouncements above, I hereby declare the following:
I am fully and personally responsible for my own safety and actions during my participation. I recognize that there is a chance that I could be exposed to contracting COVID-19.
With full knowledge of the risks involved, I hereby release, waive, and discharge the USC- DC, its board, officers, independent contractors, affiliates, employees, representatives, and successors from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, actions, and causes of action whatsoever, directly or indirectly arising from or related to any loss, damage, injury, or death, that may be sustained by me related to COVID-19 while participating in activities while in, on, or around the premises or while using the facilities that may lead to unintentional exposure or harm due to COVID-19.
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I agree to the release of liability and hold harmless the USC-DC from and against any and all costs, expenses, damages, lawsuits, liabilities, or claims arising from or related to any claims made by or against any of the released parties due to injury, loss, or death from or related to COVID-19.
I agree that in the event that I suspect I became exposed to or infected by COVID-19 at the USC-DC Annual Session and I elect to seek testing and/or treatment as a result therefrom, I will be responsible for payment of any and all medical treatment and testing services.
By signing below, I acknowledge that I have read the foregoing Liability Release Waiver and understand its contents; that I am at least eighteen (18) years old and fully competent to give my consent; that I have been sufficiently informed of the risks involved and give my voluntary consent in signing this document as my own free act and deed; that I give my voluntary consent in signing this Liability Release Waiver as my own free act and deed with full intention to be bound by the same, and free from any inducement or representation. This waiver will remain effective until laws and mandates relevant to COVID-19 are lifted. EVEN IF ARISING FROM THE NEGLIGENCE, ACTS, OR OMISSIONS OF THE RELEASED PARTIES. I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS AGREEMENT, AND I AM AWARE THAT BY SIGNING BELOW, I MAY BE WAIVING CERTAIN LEGAL RIGHTS, INCLUDING THE RIGHT TO SUE.
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Auxiliary to the United Supreme Council The Order of the Golden Circle, Prince Hall Affiliated Auxiliaryuscdc2025@gmail.com 2025 Annual Session December 17 – 21, 2025 Hyatt Regency New Orleans * 601 Loyola Avenue New Orleans, LA 70113
Name __________________________________ Title ________________ _________________ LL. LLR, etc. State of your SGA
Your mailing address _______________________________________________________________
City _________________________________ State _______________ Zip ___________________
Contact Phone # ___________________________ Email _________________________________
Check if special dietary meal is needed: ________________
Registration Deadline is 30 November 2025 Registration is $170. 00 for all Members All payments are by mail only! Personal checks will be accepted until November 1, 2025. Any payments sent after November 1, 2025 must be by certified check or money order. Deadline for advance registrations and / or refund requests must be received by 30 November 2025. Make your cashier’s checks/money orders for your registration payable to Auxiliary to USC~DC.
Registration is $170 After 30 Nov. 2025 registration is $200 Extra Luncheon ticket is $70 USC Banquet Ticket is $100 (this is a separate check or money order payable to USC-DC)
Amount Enclosed
Registration $_____________
Extra Luncheon Ticket $________
Extra Banquet Ticket $_______
Total Enclosed $___________
Please mail all payments to:
Auxiliary to USC~DC P.O. Box 6954 Capital Heights, MD 20791 Auxiliaryuscdc2025@gmail.com
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