Upcoming Masonic Events in Missouri

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This page contains announcements of special events and communications of Masonic Lodges, Abou Ben Adhem Shrine, Valley of Joplin Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite, York Rite Bodies, and other groups associated with the Freemason fraternity in Missouri.

This is in no way a comprehensive list of all the Freemasonic events going on. Unfortunately, we don't hear about all of them, but we would like to. If your Masonic group or organization has an upcoming event you would like included please use the form below to send us the information. Thanks.

Also visit our Masonic Calendar page where you can find information on Stated meetings for area Lodges and other upcoming events.

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Stated meeting dates and times for area Lodges and associated Masonic bodies can be found on the Masonic Calendar page by clicking here

On Wednesday, March 10, the March Madness Schools of Masonic Instruction will continue in Springfield, MO. This week RWB Tim Couch, Region F Grand Lecturer, will instruct on Masonic Ritual. Instruction will begin at 6:30 PM at the Masonic-York Rite Temple, 1930 W Catalpa Street, and all Master Masons are encouraged to attend.

On Thursday, March 11, Henderson Lodge No. 477 will meet in Special Communication to initiate a duly elected candidate into the mysteries of Freemasonry. Lodge will be duly Opened at 7:00 PM.

On Thursday, March 11, Billings Lodge No. 379 will meet in Special Communication to initiate a duly elected candidate into the mysteries of Freemasonry. Dinner at 6:00 and Lodge will be duly Opened at 6:30 PM.

On Saturday, March 13, Bolivar Lodge No. 195 will meet in Special Communication for the privilege of presenting Masonic honors for fifty years of service to Brother Herby Boyce. The ceremony will begin at 5:00 PM with dinner to follow.

On Tuesday, March 16, Friend Lodge No. 352 will meet in Special Communication to confer the 3rd Degree of Freemasonry. Dinner at 6:00 and Lodge will be duly Opened at 7:00 PM.

On Tuesday, March 16, Bolivar Lodge No. 195 will meet in Special Communication for the purpose of conferring the Entered Apprentice degree. Lodge will be duly Opened at 6:30 PM; dinner will be ready at 5:30.

On Wednesday, March 17, the March Madness Masonic Instruction series will continue at 6:30 tonight at the Masonic-York Rite Temple, 1930 W Catalpa Street in Springfield, MO. RWB Phil Kent, District 34 Deputy Grand Master, will present a discussion on Masonic Law and RWB Tim Couch, Region F Grand Lecturer, will be present to instruct on Masonic Ritual.

On Sunday, March 21, Hermann Lodge No. 123 will hold an All You Can Eat Breakfast from 7:00 AM to 1:00 PM. The menu will include eggs, sausage, bacon, pancakes, home fries, coffee, milk and juice. Proceeds from the event will go to the Hermann Lodge Scholarship Fund, Building Fund, and Charity fund. Hermann Lodge is located at 910 Washington Street in Hermann, MO and can be found on the Missouri Masonic Lodge Map.

On Monday, March 22, Gate of the Temple Lodge No. 422 will meet in Special Communication for work in the 1st Degree of Freemasonry. Several duly elected candidates will be initiated this evening. Lodge will be duly Opened at 6:00 PM and there will be nourishment following the work.

On Tuesday, March 23, Neosho Lodge No. 247 will host a gathering for the purpose of Masonic Education. Discussion on the 47th Problem of Euclid will be led by WB Jeremy Wilman. Neosho Lodge is located at 8040 La Questa Dr., Neosho, MO and the meeting will begin at 7:00 PM. This Southwest Missouri Masonic Education Discussion Group meets on the 4th Tuesday of odd numbered months. If your Lodge would be interested in hosting a meeting please contact Brother Kevin Larson by sending an e-mail to: krlarz "at" gmail.com.

On Tuesday, March 23, RWB Randall J. Jones, Grand Lecturer of the Grand Lodge of the State of Missouri, will conduct a School of Ritual Instruction hosted by Canopy Lodge No. 284. Dinner will be ready at 6:30 and instruction will begin at 7:00 PM. Canopy Lodge is located at 107 N 3rd Street in Verona, MO and can be found on the Missouri Masonic Lodge Map. All Master Masons are encouraged to attend.

On Wednesday, March 24, the March Madness Masonic Instruction series at the Masonic-York Rite Temple, 1930 W Catalpa Street in Springfield, MO will come to a close tonight. Dinner will be ready at 6:00 PM. Immediately following dinner RWB Randy Jones, Grand Lecturer of Missouri, will instruct on the second section of the 3rd Degree. All Master Masons are encouraged to attend.

On Thursday, March 25, Webb City Lodge No. 512 invites you to a celebration of Past Masters. The Southwest Missouri Scottish Rite Club will provide a Spaghetti and Meatball dinner with salad, dessert and drink from 5:00 to 7:00. Tickets are available in advance for $5 or $7 at the door and take-out orders are welcome. Family and friends are cordially invited. This is a stated meeting night for Webb City Lodge and lodge will be duly Opened at 7:00 PM. Webb City Lodge is located at 410 Broadway in Webb City, MO and can be found on the Missouri Masonic Lodge Map. For more information contact Brother Gene Bass at (417) 673-2291.

On Tuesday, March 30, Criterion Lodge No. 586 will host a Regional School of Ritual Instruction. RWB Tim Couch, Region 'F' Grand Lecturer, will conduct the school with instruction beginning at 6:30 PM. There will be refreshments available at 6:00 PM. Criterion Lodge is located on the corner of Main and Short Street in Alba, MO and can be found on the Missouri Masonic Lodge Map. All Master Masons are invited and encouraged to attend.

On Tuesday, April 13, Most Worshipful Brother Larry C. Reynolds, Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Missouri, will attend the Stated meeting of Lamar Lodge No. 292. On this evening MWB Reynolds will present honors to two distinguished Brethren for fifty and sixty-five respective years of Masonic service. Dinner of whole hog roast, baked beans and cole slaw will be served at 6:00. Dinner and the Masonic Service ceremony is open to family and friends. Lodge will be duly Opened at 7:30 PM. Lamar Lodge No. 292 is located at 200 East 11th Street in Lamar, MO and can be found on the Missouri Masonic Lodge Map.

On Saturday, April 17, Monett Lodge No. 129 will host a School of Masonic Ritual Instruction. RWB Tim Couch, Region F Grand Lecturer, will conduct the school. Breakfast will be ready at 8:00 and instruction will follow at 9:00 AM. Monett Lodge is located at 13th and Glen Streets in Monett, MO and can be found on the Missouri Masonic Lodge Map.

On Saturday, May 22, Central Crossing Lodge No. 674 will sponsor a Golf Tournament at Kings River Golf Course. Tee time will be 9:00 AM. 18 hole four person scramble. $55.00 per player ($220.00) per team. For more info. contact Bro. Robert "Bob" York at 417-858-2170 or Bro. Dan Blanke at 417-858-0175.

On Saturday, June 26, the Oklahoma Masonic Indian Degree Team will confer an outdoor 3rd Degree at Fohn Charolais Farm, Cassville, MO. The farm is located on Hwy 76 about 3/4 miles west of Hwy 37. Lodge will open at 10:00 AM. Coffee and donuts before Lodge. Lunch (BBQ) will be served for a donation. If you haven't seen the Oklahoma Indians confer a Degree come and join us. Tiler will check all dues cards.
In case of inclement weather the degree conferral will be held at Pythagoras Lodge No. 383 located at 1704 Main Street in Cassville, MO.

For more information regarding the Scottish Rite Valley of Joplin visit the web site at: joplinaasr.com

Every Wednesday the Joplin Scottish Rite Club meets for a Noon luncheon at the Masonic Scottish Rite Temple located at 505 S. Byers in Joplin, MO. Everyone is invited and all are welcome.

On the first Monday of each month the Metropolitan Scottish Rite Club will meet at 6:00 PM for dinner and business at The Golden Corral Restaurant located at 2734 N. Kansas Expressway, in Springfield, MO.

On Saturday, March 13, the Ridgerunners Scottish Rite Club will hold their regular business meeting at Baldy's Cafe, 1048 E Clinton Ave in Seymour, MO. The meeting will begin at 8:00 AM and all Scottish Rite Masons are invited to attend.

On Friday and Saturday, March 19 and 20, 2010, the Valley of Joplin Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite will hold a two-day Reunion for the purpose of bringing more Light to interested Master Masons. For more information and/or a petition contact a member of the Valley or the Valley office. Click here to visit the Valley of Joplin website for telephone, e-mail and physical contact information.
This Reunion will be dedicated to Illustrious Sir Jobie Goslee 33°.

On Saturday, May 22, 2010, the Valley of Joplin will hold a one-day Reunion in Lebanon, Missouri. More information will be posted here as it becomes available.

On Saturday, August 14, 2010, the Valley of Joplin will hold a one-day Reunion hosted by the Pulaski County Shrine Club located at 26920 Shrine Rd, in Laquey, MO. The Pulaski County Shrine Club can be located on the Missouri Masonic Lodge Map here.

On Friday and Saturday, October 22 - 23, 2010, the Valley of Joplin Ancient & Accepted Scottish Rite will hold a two-day Reunion for the purpose of bringing more Light to interested Master Masons. This is the annual Fall Reunion and will be held at the Scottish Rite Masonic Center in Joplin, MO. For more information and/or a petition contact a member of the Valley or the Valley office. Click here to visit the Valley of Joplin website for telephone, e-mail and physical contact information.
This Reunion will be dedicated to Illustrious Sir Jim (Doc) Gibbons 33°.

For more information about Abou Ben Adhem Shrine visit the ABA Shrine web site at www.abashrine.com

The George Carden Circus International will be at the Shrine Auditorium in Springfield, MO beginning March 12 and running through the 21st. Advance tickets are $15 for adults and $11 for children. At the door each ticket will cost a dollar more. Reserved seats are $19 for adults and $14 for children. Advance tickets have gone out to all ABA Shriners. Contact a member today and you could strike a bargain.

April 21 - 24, 2010, Abou Ben Adhem Shrine will host the North American Shrine Directors Association Convention. Director's Staff members and Nobles from all over North America will be in Springfield, MO to compete and present their best and newest stunts. Make plans now to attend.

On Friday and Saturday, June 4 and 5, 2010, Abou Ben Adhem Shrine will hold the Spring Ceremonial to initiate new Nobles into the Ancient & Arabic Order of the Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. The Order is open to all Master Masons in good standing with their Lodge. For more information or a petition to join contact any Abou Ben Adhem Noble.

For more information on the Order of the Eastern Star visit the General Grand Chapter web site, and for more information on the Order within the State of Missouri visit the Grand Chapter of Missouri OES web site by clicking here.

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