News
All the latest Masonic news from the Grand Lodge of California.
At the Masonic Homes of California, It’s a New Era of Relief
As the Masonic Homes of California celebrates 125 years, the organization is writing a new chapter in its story.
A Force for Good
In 2023, the California Masonic Foundation brought its resources and relationships to bear on a single community—and showed the true impact of Masonic philanthropy.
Working Together
At Marin No. 191, a new membership campaign is bringing three local lodges together.
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.
Expanded Eligibility to the Masonic Homes
The Masonic Homes of California has announced that entry into the retirement communities will now be open to more members of our fraternal family than ever before.
Meet Grand Master G. Sean Metroka
A member of several Sierra foothill lodges, Grand Master G. Sean Metroka explains how his past experiences inform his views on Freemasonry and what he sees as the future of the fraternity.
Dues Notices
2024 Dues Notices Last year, nearly 200 California lodges participated in a voluntary Grand Lodge initiative in which annual dues
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?
