November 18, 2020
My Brothers: Each year, a "Christmas in July" toy drive is held at Evergreen Lodge in Riverside; always in mid-July. The toys are collected for delivery to the Shriners’ medical center in Pasadena. It will come as no surprise that the event did not happen this July. However, a team of people is putting together an event in December. This will simply be a toy collection at Evergreen Lodge, for the same purpose. There will be no meal, no party, no Santa, and no elves – other than the volunteers who decide to dress up as elves. The drop off…
July 10, 2017
Walter Fleming and William Florence in 1872 In 1870 a group of Masons gathered frequently for lunch at the Knickerbocker Cottage on Sixth Avenue in New York City. At a special table on the second floor a particularly fun-loving group of men met regularly. Among the regulars were Walter M. Fleming, M.D. and William J. “Billy” Florence, an actor. The group frequently talked about starting a new fraternity for Masons – one centered on fun and fellowship, more than ritual. Fleming and Florence took this idea seriously enough to do something about it. Knickerbocker Cottage on Sixth Avenue in Manhattan…
March 20, 2017
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December 14, 2016
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February 5, 2016
The kitchen is a wonderful time with your kids - preparing and cooking meals together can be fun! But scalds and burns caused by outlets, stoves, and ovens can happen in an instant, so the kitchen is also one of the most important places to "Be Burn Aware". During Burn Awareness Week (February 7-13), please review and share these tips on electrical, scald, and fire safety to help keep kids burn-free. - Place covers on all electrical outlets. - Unplug all electrical devices within a child's reach. - Come indoors and stay there during an electrical storm. - Lower…
August 2, 2015
I would like to thank all of those Brothers and Sisters that came out to Evergreen Lodge this past Saturday. Through your generous support and hard work, Evergreen had one of the most successful events to happen in a very long time. We were able to collect 22 pints of blood. This is double the amount from our last Blood Drive two years ago. And as of yesterday, there have been 1,143 toys donated, totaling and estimated $7,200 - and more donations are still coming in. There is something beyond all of these wonderful accomplishments that also transpired this…
March 30, 2013
The Shrine Circus is here, Friday April 5 though Sunday April 7. They are looking forward to a very successful Circus.They are adding some new rides, attractions, and food. There will be some surprises at the openings of some shows, too. See video for more info. or visit www.almalaikah.com for more infomation on the Circus.
