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All the latest Masonic news from the Grand Lodge of California.
CALIFORNIA MASONS WIN FOR THE 14TH YEAR IN A ROW
The Masons of California win in multiple categories for the 2023 EXCEL Awards, presented by the Association Media & Publishing Network of the Software & Information Industry Association.
Masons Expand Scholarship Program
The San Diego Padres, in partnership with the Masons of California, announced the expansion of the Johnny Ritchey Scholarship Program on what would have been the 100th birthday for the “Jackie Robinson of the West Coast.”
174th Annual Communication of the Grand Lodge of California
The 174th Annual Communications commences on October 27–29, 2023 at the California Masonic Memorial Temple in San Francisco.
Say It Loud: #ImAMason
Say It Loud: #ImAMason! Research shows that the most common way Masons are introduced to the fraternity is through another
Masonic Homes of California Appoints New President and CEO to Lead Statewide Growth
Just ahead of its 125th anniversary, the Masonic Homes of California announces that it has named Terry Quigley, MSW, as its new president and chief executive officer.
2023 California Masonic Symposium: Harry Houdini: Mystic & Master
The 2023 California Masonic Symposium explores the life of master magician and Mason Harry Houdini, and the mystical connections between magic and Masonry.
Meet Grand Master Randall Brill
Randall Brill of San Diego No. 35 explains his love of dolphins—and his vision for a fraternity in harmony.
The Simple Guide to Freemasonry
Discuss your Masonic experience with others easily by downloading the simple guide to Freemasonry and brushing up on the basics.
Grand Master Brill: This Holiday Season, Remember to Give Back
Read the latest message from Grand Master of the Masons of California, Randall L. Brill.
Masons4Mitts Passes $1M Milestone
With special pregame, on-field celebrations in San Francisco, Los Angeles, Anaheim, and San Diego, Freemasons from around the state had a special opportunity to celebrate the incredible success of the Masons4Mitts program, which hit record-high donations in all four regions.
California Masons Give to Ukraine Relief
California Masons come together to present a gift to the International Order of the Red Cross for Ukraine relief.
Grand Master Brill: 2023 Proclamations
Grand Master Randy Brill announced Monday his administration’s proclamations for the 2023 fraternal year.
The 11th Annual International Conference on Freemasonry
2023 International Conference on Freemasonry“From the Attic of the Grand Lodge” Saturday, April 8 at UCLA Admission: $30; optional lunch
Sacramento Prospect Event
Join Us for a Special Prospects Night in Sacramento! The Grand Lodge of California would like to invite you to
San Diego Prospect Event
We’re celebrating the newest issue on Sept. 21 in Los Angeles, in a very special Southern California prospects’ night event at the L.A. Athletic Club hosted by California Freemason Magazine.
Public Schools Month 2023
To celebrate our fraternity’s commitment to public education, the California Masonic Foundation is planning a celebration at one of our Raising a Reader partner schools in San Jose, Santee Elementary School.
The Magic of Masonry, a Special Prospects Event
We’re celebrating the newest issue on Sept. 21 in Los Angeles, in a very special Southern California prospects’ night event at the L.A. Athletic Club hosted by California Freemason Magazine.
Public Schools Month 2022
This year marks the 100th anniversary of the Masons of California’s Public Schools Month. To celebrate, the fraternity is hosting a series of online events to celebrate this historic milestone and our ongoing support of public education
California Freemason: Freemasonry in Latin America Now
In this special issue of California Freemason, we’re taking a Masonic road trip south of the border to learn about the long history of Freemasonry in Latin America and the surprising state of the craft both there and in California today.
Freemasonry Symbols
Maybe you’ve heard rumors about the “Freemason pyramid” on the dollar bill, seen the square and compass logo on buildings around town, or wondered about the meaning of emblems like the Masonic trowel. What’s the history behind Masonic symbols, and how do they factor into what happens in a lodge?
