Trestle Board
We’re excited to present our most recent Trestleboard. Our monthly Trestleboard includes the most up-to-date information about our lodge.
Making true friends,
improving ourselves, having an impact
Masonry is the world’s first and largest fraternal organization. It is guided by the enduring belief that each man has a responsibility to make the world a better place. For 300 years, Freemasonry has enhanced and strengthened the character of individual men by providing opportunities for fellowship, charity, and the search for truth – within ourselves and the larger world.
Orinda Lodge’s mission is to promote personal growth and improve the lives of others. We take responsibility for the well-being of our brothers, our families, and the community as a whole. We value respect, kindness, tolerance, and our differences – religious, ethnic, cultural, generational, and educational, and strive for harmony in our individual lives, in our lodge, and in the global community.
As a lodge, we strive to be active in our community. We have various charitable and educational events throughout the year, as well as social occasions. Some events are for members only, but many include our families.
Masonry is a community of men and their families who share similar beliefs and values. The fraternity finds it important to connect with other men of honor, compassion, love, trust, and knowledge, regardless of their race, color, religious beliefs, political views, sexual orientation, physical ability, citizenship, or national origin. We are friends and brothers, and are connected through this vital and uplifting organization of moral men.
Our continuing pursuit of truth, knowledge, ethics, and leadership skills makes us better men and brings more meaning to our lives. Learning the tenets of Freemasonry, paired with being an active part of our community, gives us the opportunity to develop leadership and organizational skills, and builds self-discipline through commitment and self-confidence.
As a member of the Freemasons, the Grand Lodge of California, and Orinda Lodge No. 122, we are a part of a worldwide organization that values tradition, history, and timeless wisdom. The traditions and core values of our fraternity are meaningful today and will endure for centuries to come because of our direct impact in our community, through our charities, and on a personal level.
Orinda Lodge membership is open to men 18 and older who meet the qualifications and standards of character and intention, and who believe in a Supreme Being. Men of all ethnic and religious backgrounds are welcome.
One of Freemasonry’s customs is not to solicit members – men must seek membership on their own initiative. Anyone is welcome to request information about the fraternity.
If you are interested in applying for membership to our lodge, now is a good time to start. Please contact us to schedule a visit during an event, or request more information.
Contact usNovember 25, 2018
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
November 25, 2018 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
December 6, 2018
Stated Communication
December 6, 2018 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
December 9, 2018
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
December 9, 2018 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
December 10, 2018
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
December 10, 2018 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
December 23, 2018
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
December 23, 2018 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
January 3, 2019
Stated Communication
January 3, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
January 13, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
January 13, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
January 14, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
January 14, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
January 27, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
January 27, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
February 7, 2019
Stated Communication
February 7, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
February 10, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
February 10, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
February 11, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
February 11, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
February 24, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
February 24, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
March 7, 2019
Stated Communication
March 7, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
March 10, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
March 10, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
March 11, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
March 11, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
March 24, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
March 24, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
April 4, 2019
Stated Communication
April 4, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
April 8, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
April 8, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
April 14, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
April 14, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
April 28, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
April 28, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
May 2, 2019
Stated Communication
May 2, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
June 6, 2019
Stated Communication
June 6, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
June 10, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
June 10, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
June 23, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
June 23, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 4, 2019
Stated Communication
July 4, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
July 14, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
July 14, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 28, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
July 28, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 1, 2019
Stated Communication
August 1, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
August 11, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
August 11, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
August 12, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
August 12, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
August 25, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
August 25, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
September 5, 2019
Stated Communication
September 5, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
September 8, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
September 8, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
September 9, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
September 9, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
September 22, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
September 22, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
October 3, 2019
Stated Communication
October 3, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
October 13, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
October 13, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
October 14, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
October 14, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
October 27, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
October 27, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
November 7, 2019
Stated Communication
November 7, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
Dinner at 6:30 p.m. Advance reservations required. Call 925-254-5211 or email reservations@orindalodge.org.
Stated Communcation at 8 p.m.
November 10, 2019
Job's Daughters Bethel No. 218
November 10, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
November 11, 2019
Diablo Star Chapter № 214, OES
November 11, 2019 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm
We’re excited to present our most recent Trestleboard. Our monthly Trestleboard includes the most up-to-date information about our lodge.
Last Sunday, October 21, Most Worshipful Brother Stuart A. Wright was installed as grand master of Masons in California. We look forward to a year of growth and prosperity under his leadership, inspired by his theme: “Freemasonry… the difference is you.”
Earlier this summer, Grand Master Galloway joined the Masons of King David’s Lodge No. 209 for a ceremonial resealing of the Dorn Pyramid, a 23-foot tall granite mausoleum originally constructed in 1905. Robert Sachs, master of King David’s Lodge, shares the history and rumors of the Dorn Pyramid.
Raven’s Rock Lodge, since it’s opened its doors on June 10, 2017, has been producing local events that revolve around education and the arts, aiming to lift the community while staying true to Masonic tenets and traditions.
If you’ve been seeking an excuse to see the country, there’s no better time than the present. The lens of Freemasonry offers a fascinating perspective!
Dust off those gloves and get ready to knock one out of the park for your team: The 2018 Masons4Mitts season is now underway!
California Freemason is launching a new hashtag campaign, #MasonicDad, to correspond with our July/August issue, which will focus on the theme of “Freemasonry and Fatherhood.” To participate, show us what Masonic fatherhood means to you!
The 2018 Symposium – taking place June 9 in San Francisco and June 10 in Long Beach – will explore the fraternity’s whirlwind arrival in California, and the daring brothers who led the way.
The term “sacred geometry” can be somewhat intimidating: How might geometry be sacred, one might wonder. And, how does Masonry fit in?
In Masonic philosophy, sacred geometry reveals ephemeral spiritual realities and personal truths through tangible architectural forms. From its roots in classical philosophy to contemporary applications, sacred geometry’s contemplation oftentimes leads to revelation.
For Past Grand Master John L. Cooper III, the promise of Freemasonry inspired a life devoted to its craft.
One of the most interesting – and sometimes confusing – aspects of Freemasonry is its varied rituals and rites. To study them is to understand the fraternity’s wild creative streak and its ability to adapt to diverse social and cultural trends.
Learn about this Masonic masterpiece from one of our fraternity’s great scholars.
The Orinda Masonic Hall is an active center for community events as well as formal events including weddings and award ceremonies.
