Brick by Brick: Inside a Lodge-Building Boom
In this issue of California Freemason, we’re exploring what it takes to get new lodges off the ground, and how they define themselves within the landscape of Masonry in the state.
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Masonry is the world’s first and largest fraternal organization. It is guided by the enduring belief that each man has a responsibility to make the world a better place. For 300 years, Freemasonry has enhanced and strengthened the character of individual men by providing opportunities for fellowship, charity, and the search for truth – within ourselves and the larger world.
When the miners arrived in the Amador gold country they brought with them Masonic support and fellowship. Starting in Volcano in 1853, Masonry expanded to Jackson and then Sutter Creek with the same commitment to the purpose and values. Fellowship, support, and charity still exist here as Free and Accepted Masons celebrate their 300th anniversary of Masonry. Our lodges are rooted in history, but still adhere to the same Masonic values and virtues which are still relevant in contemporary society.
Masonry is a community of men and their families who share similar beliefs and values. The fraternity finds it important to connect with other men of honor, compassion, love, trust, and knowledge, regardless of their race, color, religious beliefs, political views, sexual orientation, physical ability, citizenship, or national origin. We are friends and brothers, and are connected through this vital and uplifting organization of moral men.
Our continuing pursuit of truth, knowledge, ethics, and leadership skills makes us better men and brings more meaning to our lives. Learning the tenets of Freemasonry, paired with being an active part of our community, gives us the opportunity to develop leadership and organizational skills, and builds self-discipline through commitment and self-confidence.
As a member of the Freemasons, the Grand Lodge of California, and Volcano Consolidated No. 56, we are a part of a worldwide organization that values tradition, history, and timeless wisdom. The traditions and core values of our fraternity are meaningful today and will endure for centuries to come because of our direct impact in our community, through our charities, and on a personal level.
Volcano Consolidated Lodge membership is open to men 18 and older who meet the qualifications and standards of character and intention, and who believe in a Supreme Being. Men of all ethnic and religious backgrounds are welcome.
One of Freemasonry’s customs is not to solicit members – men must seek membership on their own initiative. Anyone is welcome to request information about the fraternity.
If you are interested in applying for membership to our lodge, now is a good time to start. Please contact us to schedule a visit during an event, or request more information.
Contact usMay 1, 2024
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
May 1, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
May 2, 2024
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
May 2, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
June 5, 2024
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
June 5, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
June 6, 2024
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
June 6, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
June 12, 2024
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
June 12, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
June 12, 2024
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
June 12, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 3, 2024
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
July 3, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 4, 2024
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
July 4, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 10, 2024
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
July 10, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
July 10, 2024
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
July 10, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 1, 2024
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
August 1, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 3, 2024
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
August 3, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
August 7, 2024
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
August 7, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 14, 2024
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
August 14, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
August 14, 2024
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
August 14, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September 4, 2024
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
September 4, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
September 5, 2024
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
September 5, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
September 7, 2024
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
September 7, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
September 11, 2024
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
September 11, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September 11, 2024
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
September 11, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
September 17, 2024
OES Azalia Star # 66
September 17, 2024 @ 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm
October 2, 2024
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
October 2, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
October 3, 2024
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
October 3, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
October 5, 2024
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
October 5, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
October 9, 2024
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
October 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
October 9, 2024
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
October 9, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 2, 2024
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
November 2, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
November 6, 2024
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
November 6, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
November 7, 2024
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
November 7, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
November 13, 2024
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
November 13, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
November 13, 2024
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
November 13, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 4, 2024
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
December 4, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
December 5, 2024
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
December 5, 2024 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
December 7, 2024
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
December 7, 2024 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
December 11, 2024
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
December 11, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
December 11, 2024
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
December 11, 2024 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
January 1, 2025
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
January 1, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
January 2, 2025
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
January 2, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
January 4, 2025
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
January 4, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
January 8, 2025
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
January 8, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
January 8, 2025
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
January 8, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
February 1, 2025
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
February 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
February 5, 2025
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
February 5, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
February 6, 2025
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
February 6, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
February 12, 2025
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
February 12, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
February 12, 2025
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
February 12, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
March 1, 2025
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
March 1, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
March 5, 2025
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
March 5, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
March 6, 2025
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
March 6, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
March 12, 2025
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
March 12, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
March 12, 2025
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
March 12, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
April 2, 2025
Stockton Scottish Rite Stated Meeting
April 2, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
April 3, 2025
Volcano Consolidated No. 56 Stated Meeting
April 3, 2025 @ 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
April 5, 2025
Dry Town Lodge Stated Meeting
April 5, 2025 @ 10:00 am - 11:00 am
April 9, 2025
Calaveras Keystone Lodge No. 78
April 9, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
April 9, 2025
Ione Lodge No. 80 Stated Meeting
April 9, 2025 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
In this issue of California Freemason, we’re exploring what it takes to get new lodges off the ground, and how they define themselves within the landscape of Masonry in the state.
Discuss your Masonic experience with others easily by downloading the simple guide to Freemasonry and brushing up on the basics.
Say hello to a series of brand-new web resources for prospects and new members available on freemason.org, the online home of the Masons of California.
Between July 10–21, we’re asking all members who are comfortable doing so to post a short message on Facebook or Instagram saying why Freemasonry is important to you.
In the Magic Issue of California Freemason magazine, we’re casting a light on some of those similar connections between magic and Masonry.
Maybe you’ve 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?
Most people know that there are two things that Masons don’t discuss in the lodge room: politics and religion. Instead, they focus on the things that bind them, not that divide. Could that be a model for a more harmonious world outside the lodge?
In this issue of California Freemason Magazine, we’re casting our gaze anew at our fraternal home, the California Masonic Memorial Temple in San Francisco.
Explore some stunning examples of this fraternal craftwork through the ages in From the Hands of Fellowship, a new virtual exhibition from the Henry Wilson Coil Library and Museum of Freemasonry.
In this special issue of California Freemason, we take a Masonic road trip south of the border to learn about the long history of Freemasonry in Latin America.
These Masons working with death have an intimate familiarity with the other side.
A tiny, sandy cove, San Francisco’s Aquatic Park is one of the most reliably sunny spots in town. Yet clues of the city’s distant past are still there.
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