News
All the latest Masonic news from the Grand Lodge of California.
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.
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?
CMMT Excel Awards
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.”
California Freemason: The After Life Issue
For the spring 2022 issue of California Freemason magazine, we dive into the Masonic customs and traditions related to mortality, death, and whatever comes next.
Grand Master Wilkins: 2022 Proclamations
Grand Master Jeffery Wilkins announced Monday his administration’s proclamations for the 2022 fraternal year.
2021 Fraternity Report
Begin the 2021 Annual Report with a message from Grand Master of Masons of California.
Youth Orders Observance Month Ideas
Here are some ways lodges can recognize and show their support for Masonic youth orders.
Master and Wardens Scavenger Hunt
At the 2024 Master and Wardens Leadership Retreats, attendees were asked to share their experience via social media throughout the weekend. Thanks to all of those who participated, and have fun reading the posts!
Intelligent Design
At the Masonic Homes of California, a yearslong renovation is nearly complete—and reshaping the entire organization.
Looking Out, Looking In
In 2022, the Masons of California set out to show the public what the fraternity is all about.
The Network Effect
For the California Masonic Foundation in 2022, partnerships are the key to expanding reach and promoting Masonic relief.
