Thank you again, I'll be going to both the aforementioned lodges next week to meet and greet, I didn't get ahold of anyone yet, but I'm going to take the plunge, if anyone attends either of those and you see "the new guy" say hi will ya? Thanks again, I'll keep you all updated
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It's likely any member will approach you as soon as walk in, recognizing you as a visitor or visiting Brethren. If not, don't fret. Feel free to approach any Brother in the room and ask if there is a Deacon or other Lodge officer with whom you may speak. They'll know what to do. I mention 'Deacon' as it is the job of a Deacon (there are two) to greet visiting Brethren.
Get straight to your intent which might be visiting Lodges with intent to petition. Ask questions of whomever is helping you. Request a 'petition' and get clear instructions on the process. You'll need some 'signers' and 'recommenders'. If you don't know other Freemasons in your area or in the U.S. then let the Lodge know exactly that.
A Lodge is a fraternal organization, not necessarily a business. A Lodge may or may not keep its meeting info up to date, or respond to telephone messages. Or may not on the same day. It's not that they don't care, but more that they have other lives which may take precedence. Visit both Lodges listed by Brother 'trysquare', above. It's likely that you'll want to choose the one most convenient to your work and or home as you'll be spending some time there.
Take the plunge, in the direction of flow. Good luck...