Monday, December 01, 2025

Master Mason Association Spring Training Fundraiser Final Schedule

Brethren,

Please find attached the FINAL schedule for the Detroit Tigers Spring Training Schedule at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium. Please use this schedule, not the one attached to the December Trestleboard.  The Tigers have dropped one of the games and changed the evening game.

If you are interested in participating in this fundraiser at the Detroit Tigers Spring Training please see...
https://www.21stmasonicdistrict.com/2025/11/spring-training-fundraiser.html

The funds raised will be split between lodges in the 21st Masonic District based on the participation of each Brother who works a certain number of hours at a concession stand.

Fraternally,
R:.W:. Bill Doolin, Secretary Kathleen Lodge No. 338


Sunday, November 23, 2025

Schedule For 21st Masonic District Lodges Installation of Officers

The following is the schedule for the Masonic Installation of Officers in the 21st Masonic District.

RED indicates installation is held during a Stated Communication and is open to Master Masons only.
GREEN indicates that the installation of officers is open to Master Masons and the general public.
Click on the lodge name for further information, a map and directions.

 Corinthian Lodge No. 191 - January 3rd, Installation 1:00pm
Fort Mead Lodge No. 160 (TBD)
Frostproof Lodge No. 229 (TBD)
 Haines City Lodge No. 219 - January 2nd, Dinner at 6:00pm and Installation of Officers at 7:00pm
Kathleen Lodge No. 338 - January 2nd, Dinner 6:30pm and Installation of Officers 7:30pm
 Lake Wales Lodge No. 242 - January 3rd, Dinner 6:00pm and Installation of Officers 7:00pm
Lakeland Lodge No. 91 - January 10th, Dinner 5:00pm and Installation of Officers 6:00pm
● Placid Lodge No. 282 (TBD)
 Poinciana Lodge No. 227 - December 27th, Coffee/Donuts 9:00am. Installation of Officers 9:30am
Sebring Lodge No. 249 (TBD)
Travelers Lodge No. 390 - January 3rd, Breakfast 8:00am Installation of Officers 9:00am
Tuscan Lodge No. 6 (TBD)
 Wauchula Lodge No. 17 - January 3rd, Installation of Officers 1:00pm
 Winter Haven Lodge No. 186 - January 17th, Installation of Officers 10:00am with Meal To Follow

If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact the District Deputy Grand Master R:.W:. Jason Harper ddgm@21stmasonicdistrict.com or Bro. Rick Schwarz office@21stmasonicdistrict.com.

Friday, November 21, 2025

We've Come A Long Way...

My Brothers, as Freemasons we should all be very proud at this moment and time because history has just been made and it was a long time coming. Wauchula Lodge No. 17 F. & A. M. under the jurisdiction of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Florida in the 21st Masonic District and Zolfo Lodge No. 223 F. & A. M. under the jurisdiction of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Florida Prince Hall Affiliated in the 23rd Masonic District have finally been given the opportunity last night to meet for the first time, sharing a meal and sitting in lodge together in unity. All of this was made possible several years ago under an agreement of amity and recognition by both Grand Lodges but unfortunately due to disagreements of how Brothers should be allowed to visit resulted in only the Grand Masters and Grand Line having the visitation privileges. I'm pleased to report that the ice which has separated our Masonic Brethren has started to thaw.

Photo courtesy of Bro. Wade Sperry

Tuesday, November 18, 2025

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd at Travelers Lodge No. 390 F. & A. M.

It was a great evening tonight at Travelers Lodge No. 390 F. & A. M. with our District Deputy Grand Master Jason Harper and Brother and Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, who spoke about his his philanthropic work in Polk County and shared inspiring stories of two of his heroic deputies. Awards were duly presented by Sheriff Judd.




Monday, November 17, 2025

Information For M:.W:. Joseph Fowler Funeral and Masonic Service

Brethren,

Funeral arrangement and a separate Masonic Service for M:.W:. Joseph Fowler, Past Grand Master of the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Florida will be as follows...

Funeral -
Blount and Curry Funeral Home
Friday December 12th
Viewing from 4:00pm to 6:00pm
Reception/Celebration of Life Beginning at 6:00pm

Masonic Service by the Most Worshipful Grand Lodge of Free and Accepted Masons of Florida

Masonic Home of Florida
3201 1st NE, Saint Petersburg
Date and Time: January 24th (Time TBA)

Fraternally,
R:.W:. Jeremy A. Tabak, District Deputy Grand Master 19th Masonic District

Thursday, November 13, 2025

Passing of M:.W:. Joseph Fowler Past Grand Master

It is with a heavy heart that I share with you the passing of Most Worshipful Joseph Fowler of PTF United No. 153, who laid down his working tools and passed to the Celestial Lodge above this morning. He was a close brother whose wisdom, dedication, and love for this fraternity helped guide many younger masons, myself included, along their masonic journeys.

As further details regarding arrangements and memorial services become available, I will update you accordingly. Please let me know if you have any questions or need any additional information.

Respectfully,
R∴W∴ Jeremy A. Tabak, District Deputy Grand Master, 19th Masonic District
Telephone: 1-813-748-6888