Brethren: December is the twelfth and final month of the Gregorian calendar and the first month of winter. It derives its name from the Latin word ‘decem’, meaning ten, as December was the tenth month of the oldest Roman calendar. The Latin name is derived from Decima, the middle Goddess of the Three Fates who personifies the present. The term Yuletide comes from a Norse tradition of cutting and burning a tree to bring in the Winter Solstice. This was to last through 12 days

Brethren and Families: First and foremost, please welcome our newest Master Mason, Brother Mick Bowers, who was raised to the sublime degree of Master Mason on November 29th, 2018. Brother Bowers has been a regular to all our events, and is not only very active and supportive within the school system in our area but is also known for always sporting the latest in “Beanie” fashions to all our Stated meetings. Congratulations, Brother! December will have some very special event

Once again our lodge is sponsoring a Family Xmas Party for children of all ages. Bring your children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, etc. and enjoy a wonderful afternoon. December 15th from 11:30 AM - 2 PM. Enjoy food, fun, and a visit from Jolly Old St. Nick! No charge. Reservations: 510.258.0654 #xmasparty #santa #santaclaus #children #grandchildren

Happy 2018 Brethren! We were very pleased to see a full lodge room for the Installation of Officers. I think 2017 concluded on a fun note with a well-attended Family Christmas Party. Santa presented every child with a gift and many grins were seen on everyone’s faces. We are looking forward to a fun and active 2018. So let’s begin the New Year with a celebration! Please join us at the January Stated meeting to Honor Robert W. Logan, PM, George R. Lumm, PM, and Gerald R. Woerg

Brethren: Thank you for electing me Master. I sincerely appreciate the confidence you have placed in me to guide the Lodge in the coming year. This year I have had many requests to bring back some old events; we will begin with the Lodge Family Christmas Party on Saturday December 23rd from 1PM to 5PM. There will be food, beverages, surprise events and Santa will make an appearance! There will be gifts for all the kids whose parents make a reservation with our Secretary. Sorr