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The Masonic Roundtable - 0562 - Is "Going Dark" Still Relevant?
In this episode of The Masonic Roundtable, we open the floor to a spirited debate on a longstanding fraternal tradition, asking: Is "going dark" for the summer an antiquated practice? Historically, lodges paused meetings during the warmer months so brothers could tend to the harvests or escape the heat of unairconditioned halls. We question whether this custom still serves a purpose in 2026 or if it unintentionally stalls momentum, disrupts candidate progression, and creates a disconnect within our membership. Join our panel as we look at both sides of the coin: weighing the value of a…
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