On Thursday 8 June 2023 Carnlough ML 216 met in stated communication at 8pm. After the WM, Sam Simpson, opened the communication, Rt W Bro George Graham PAGM of Antrim was presented and he was accompanied by Rt W Bro Albert Hopper 111, Past District Ass Gd Master of Panama Canal. After being received and saluted Rt W Bro Hopper gave a short address on how he ended up being in Carnlough at the invitation of Bro Kieran McNeill.
The Lodge, on that evening, honoured W Bro John Craig, by presenting him with his 50 year jewel and certificate and this was done by PAGM and the WM of the Lodge. A presentation was also made by the Lodge to Rt W Bro Hopper on his first visit to Carnlough. A festive board followed and was enjoyed by all present.