The November 20th Master Mason Association Meeting will be held at Masonic Home of Florida (3201 1st St. NE St. Petersburg) with dinner at 6:30 PM and the meeting at 7:30 PM. The meeting is open to all Master Masons within District 18. Join us for an evening of fellowship and brotherly love.
Alas my Brother…
The Masonic Funeral for W∴ Lou Thomas, sitting Master of Pinellas Daylight Lodge, will be on Tuesday November 12th at 11:30 AM at Anderson McQueen Funeral Home, 2201 Dr. MLK Jr. St N., St Petersburg. Memorial Lodge No. 18 will assist Pinellas Daylight Lodge in this service, but all are encouraged to attend and demonstrate our respect for this dedicated Mason.
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Traveling Gavel News
The District 18 Traveling Gavel didn’t stay long at Gulf Beach Lodge No. 291. It was retrieved on Thursday October 24th during an EA Degree by members of Northside Lodge No. 283. Thirty three Masons enjoyed a wonderful evening.
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Traveling Gavel on the Go…
Gulf Beach Lodge retrieved the Traveling Gavel from Star Lodge last night at the District Deputy Grand Master’s Official Visit. A great time was had by all. The purpose of the Traveling Gavel is to promote visitation between the Lodges of District 18.
(L-R Mark Niceley, Joe Sosa, Mark Sawa-Szostak, Jim Clouser)
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40 Attend September SMMA Meeting

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SMMA Shrimp Boil a Success!
The SMMA would like to extend their appreciation to everyone who helped with a successful Shrimp Boil and a huge thank you to those who enjoyed the Shrimp and fixings!
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Double Master Mason Degree hosts a crowd!
Wow! FIVE sitting Masters at a double Master Mason Degree at Clearwater Lodge. EIGHT first time visitors also in attendance. Clearwater knows how to do it RIGHT!
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R∴W∴ Rick Wendling’s first official visit a great success!
R∴W∴ Rick Wendling, District Deputy Grand Master of Florida District 18 held his first official visit at Gulf Beach Lodge last night in presence of 44 Masons. R∴W∴ Wendling received an honorary membership to Gulf Beach Lodge No. 291. A great time was had by all in attendance.
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