JLBC SEQUENCE OF EVENTS

The proper sequence of events for the Formal military dining-in follows; however, all the events Listed are not required for an adequate dining-in.

Receiving Line

Cocktail Period

Dinner Chimes – Movement to Mess Post Colors

Invocation

Toasts

Introduction of Guests

Toasts – to the guests

Punch Bowl Ceremony, Entertainment or Awards Ceremony

Dinner

Break

Desert – Coffee/Cigars Highlight Event – Guest Speaker Closing Remarks

Final toasts – The Unit

Fallen Comrades Benediction

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