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 (TBD)
● 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.

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 were finally 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 to you that the ice which has separated our Masonic Brethren has started to thaw.

Photo courtesy of Bro. Wade Sperry

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.

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 6:00pm to ????

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: TBD (This information will be updated when Grand Lodge provides the info.)

Fraternally,

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

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

Fish Fry Fundraiser at Lake Wales Lodge No. 242

Lake Wales Lodge No. 242 will be holding a Fish Fry on Saturday November 22nd starting at 4:30pm until 6:30pm. The menu will include Fresh Cat Fish filets, Swai (Mild White Fish), Cheese Grits, Baked Beans (With or without Jalapenos), Coleslaw, French Fries, Hushpuppies (With or without Jalapenos), Fried Chicken Strips (Available by advance request only). desert, coffee or ice tea (free). Soda and bottled water is available for an additional cost of 50¢ per bottle/can.

Eat in or take out, Call ahead if you are in a hurry for a takeout order.

COST IS $12.00 PER PERSON (CASH ONLY)

Florida Registration, CH65886. A copy of our official charity registration may be obtained by calling the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services at 1-800-435-7362 or visit Florida Charity Registration site at FDAC.gov. Registration does not imply endorsement, approval or recommendation by the State of Florida nor the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Spring Training Fundraiser

Brethren,

As we say adieu to the 2025 baseball seassion with the last minute stunning win by the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Toronto Blue Jays at the 121st World Series held in Los Angeles and Toronto, we here in the 21st Masonic District have started the preparations for our next annual fundraiser during the Detroit Tigers spring training at Publix Field at Joker Marchant Stadium in Lakeland. There will be a fifteen game schedule starting on February 22nd through March 21st. All of the game dates, times and concession assignments will be posted soon on this website and our Facebook page. Please make sure that this information is posted in your lodge so everyone who wants to participate can make plan.

All participants will be required to go through a mandatory training session this includes alcohol service training, this is per the Detroit Tigers concessionaire Delaware North and as requred by Florida State Statues. Anyone who missess any of the training session will not be able to participate.

Everyone who volunteers earns money for their Lodge and family members are welcome to join in the group. If you have any question email office@21stmasonicdistrict.com,

Fraternally,
W:. Joe Rogers, 21st District Spring Baseball Chairman.