The day started for Poseidon's Brethren with breakfast prepared under the watchful eye and skillful spatula of Bro. Eddie Hernandez working in the kitchen to prepare breakfast for Poseidon's early risers.
D.C. Cregier Lodge No. 81, A.F.& A.M, Illinois, celebrated its 175th anniversary since being constituted in 1850. Most Worshipful Grandmaster Joseph B. Ferrell conducted the Rededication Ceremony.
The Grand Lodge Banquet starts off with the introduction of the Grand Lodge officers, elected and appointed, and their ladies. I was lucky enough to capture that short series of introductions as a video.
We mourn the loss of Brother Herbert John Lindberg and offer this photographic tribute to his memory and long service to the Masonic fraternity.
Argo-Summit Lodge No. 1133 is known for its larger-than-life spirit of brotherhood and fellowship, and also for its modest and narrow lodge hall. Since floor space was at a premium, a different solution had to be discovered.
At the request of Bro. Linares's family, Poseidon Lodge No. 1184 conducted a Masonic Funeral Ceremony to honor the memory of their departed Brother. The ceremony was conducted at the Jefferson Park Masonic Temple, on Sunday, August 17, 2025.
In the town of Rochelle Illinois, one-hundred years and one day in the past, The Rochelle Masonic Temple cornerstone was laid. We marked that occasion with a rededication ceremony.
Hespeeria Lodge no. 411 conferred the Second and Third Degrees in Freemasonry on two recent occasions.
On the agenda was an informative session that provided attendees with an overview of operations, the state of the Foundation at the close of the current year, and some detailed insights into the funding and beneficiaries of Foundation grants, assistance and programs.
Over two-hundred Masons and their Ladies and guests gathered to celebrate R.W. Brother Desario as he advances through the Grand Line of officers toward the Grand East.
Photos of the forty-first annual Illinois Masonic Academic Bowl are available for viewing and downloading.
With over one-hundred Masons in attendance Grand Lodge officers covered programs as diverse as Lodge Officers Competition, Grandmaster's Award of Excellence, and Illinois Masonic Outreach Services (IMOS).
My plan to make it easier for Brethren, family and friends to access and download the photos I take at the numerous events I attend.
