We had a wonderful Family Night Gathering last night at 3 Daughter’s Brewing Co. Our brothers, their family and friends enjoyed a great evening of fellowship and games. The weather was perfect! Please keep a look out for our future family activities.
It was a great night of Masonry last night at Gulf Beach Lodge, here is what went on.
Members of Gulf Beach Lodge assisted Brothers of District 18 in serving for the International Order of Rainbow Girls held at Clearwater Lodge today.
Sixteen members and family of Gulf Beach Lodge enjoyed an evening at the Masonic Home. It all began with a delicious meal in the cafeteria alongside the residents, after which everyone retired to the boardroom to hear a talk and media presentation on how the Masonic Home came to be located in St. Petersburg. Fifteen residents of the home joined us for the presentation.
After the presentation W∴ John Cotton, Masonic Home resident, gave us a tour of the facility including the bingo hall, activities room, salon, theater, boutique, chapel, library, ice cream parlor, gift shop/corky’s cupboard, and dining hall. His personalized tour was well received.
The residents of the Masonic Home always appreciate visitors. If you have time, stop in and say hello, they are always happy to show you the home and share some of their day with you.
Masonic Home
Dear Friends, Brothers, and Supporters,
We want to share the latest updates on our lodge’s restoration efforts following the devastating impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Your generosity and support continue to be a beacon of hope as we navigate the rebuilding process.
Thanks to the hard work of Brothers from our Lodge, we’ve improved security and accessibility by adjusting the front door and installing a new keypad door lock. Our plumber has secured the necessary permit from the City and is scheduled to repair and reconnect the lodge’s main water supply in the upcoming weeks, which was damaged as a result of an uprooted tree.
Working with our General Contractor; we hope to soon finalize the substantial damage paperwork packet for submission to the City and then we hope to be able move forward with the repair/remodel permit.
Our ultimate goal is to submit the permit as an appeal to rebuild, ensuring full compliance with FEMA and city regulations.
Every donation—big or small—brings us closer to restoring our lodge and continuing our mission of community service and brotherhood. If you’re unable to contribute financially, sharing this fundraiser with your network is just as impactful!
Thank you for standing with us during this challenging time. Your kindness and support mean the world to us.
With gratitude,
Gulf Beach Lodge No. 291
Interesting fact – in 1952 our Lodge approved the presentation of a “gift” to be presented to each Past Master along with a PM apron. This gift has always been a PM jewel. There have been three different styles used over the years, likely due to a change of availability. Here is a picture of the actual jewels as taken from our PM photos.
Gulf Beach Lodge’s return to its monthly breakfast today (following a four month hiatus due to the Hurricanes) was a huge success. The Junior Warden and Stewards did a fantastic job on preparing and serving a wonderful meal. We were honored to have our DDGM, Michael St-Laurent and his lady in attendance as well as Worshipful John Cotton, Masonic Home resident. Worshipful Master, Buck Owens, jokingly received a plate of mini-pop tarts from the kitchen crew, while the rest of the guests enjoyed, eggs, bacon, sausage, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, and hash browns.
The breakfasts are back on schedule for the first Sunday of each month, between 8:30am and 10:30am (being held for now at St. Pete Lodge – 33251st St NE).
Mark your calendars now for next month (March 2nd) and join us for some great fellowship.
Everyone had a great time at the Family Game Night last Thursday. There was pizza and homemade desserts by Dee Marshall ! A big thank you to Dee and Brian Marshall for the sweet treats.
