Exemplification of the Fourth Degree
This is the annual event where all North Carolina Knights of the Fourth Degree join together to renew our common bond and espirit de corps. Candidates of the Fourth Degree join us for a ceremonial, a Mass, and a formal banquet.
This year's event will be in Charlotte, North Carolina, on November 6, 2010. Details are now on-line.
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You will join about 200 other candidates for the Fourth Degree, their wives and family, and hundreds of Sir Knights from around our state. It's fraternal and formal, but it is almost like a college reunion of old friends. It is a gathering of the most influential and active knights in the state. Come on Friday and meet them. Many assemblies will host hospitality suites, as will the District Master. All are open to you and your wife.
For a sample of what to expect, take a look at the 2009 event.
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- 2800 Coliseum Centre Drive, Charlotte. Directions...
- Tel: 704-367-1414
Event Details
Watch this page for detailed information as it becomes available. Here are the key items you need to know now:
Cost:
Payment for meals and Observer reservations are due to the Faithful Purser not later than September 17th.
Hotel Reservations
There is a special rate for this event. The rate is $109 plus local taxes.
Reserve your room now before all rooms are taken. Call the hotel direct for reservations at: (704) 357-1414
Pre-registration for Exemplification Events
There is a lot of work involved in coordinating candidates and observers. There are meals to reserve, nametags, hospitality items, and much more. Please complete one of the following forms to help us get ready to have a great Exemplification.
Note: This is not a hotel reservation. You must contact the hotel now, but not later than October 2nd. Don't delay as the rooms will sell out early.
Submission of forms
Completed andidate applications and payment of fees and additional guest meals are due to the Faithful Purser not later than September 15th. This is necessary so that he can meet the deadlines shown below.
The Assembly must submit their Form 4's for each candidate to the District Master, via the Faithful Comptroller, by October 15th to reach the District Master before the deadline.. Forms are submitted on the candidate's behalf to the Assembly for reading and approval not later than the September meeting on September 28th. Remember that all Form 4's require the signature of the sponsoring Council's Financial Secretary. It must be obtained before it can be submitted to the assembly for review, reading, and vote.
Special note from the District Master:
Please have all Observers, Wives and Guests names and money to the Master no later than October 25th please. Neatly print all names. No ladies luncheon or banquet reservations will be accepted after October 29th, 2010. Send to District Master Robert J. Grabasky; 608 Pleasant Dr., Greensboro NC 27410
Eligibility
Candidates must be a Third Degree Member for one year and be in good standing. Exception: A candidate with at least six months, but less than one year as a First Degree knight, may request a waiver. Waiver requests are submitted with Form 4. Need a form? Contact the Faithful Comptroller. Local council certifies candidate's Form 4 before it is passed to the Assembly.
Attire
Candidates should wear a tuxedo with a plain formal (pleated) shirt. Winged collared shirts are not acceptable. Members of the Armed Services on active duty or reserve may wear the formal dinner dress attire and awarded miniature medals. Refer to your service general orders or instructions, as applicable.
Purchasing or Renting Formal Attire
If a tuxedo is needed, it can be purchased for about the cost of a weekend rental from Chilbert's
TuxAmerica for $199. That's right, just $199. This is a complete nine-piece set that includes coat, trousers, shirt, cummberbund, tie, formal hose, pocket hanky, suspenders, cuff links plus studs, and a travel bag. This is everything a candidate needs to fulfill the basic uniform requirements for
social regalia.