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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.
Downey United 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 an active member of our community, and have various events throughout the year, from charitable and educational events, to social events with members-only as well as 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 give us the opportunity to develop leadership and organizational skills, builds self-discipline through commitment and self-confidence.
As a member of the Freemasons, The Grand Lodge of California, and Downey United Lodge No. 220, 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.
Downey United 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 usFebruary 19, 2019
Order Eastern Star # 160
February 19, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
March 6, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
March 6, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
March 7, 2019
Stated Meeting; Dinner - Official Visit
March 7, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
April 2, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
April 2, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
April 3, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
April 3, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
April 4, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
April 4, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
April 7, 2019
Downey Shrine club POV
April 7, 2019 @ 11:00 pm - April 8, 2019 @ 3:00 am
April 9, 2019
Downey School District Meeting
April 9, 2019 @ 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
April 24, 2019
O.S.I. / Third Degree - 1st Section
April 24, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
May 1, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
May 1, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
May 2, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
May 2, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
May 7, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
May 7, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
May 8, 2019
O.S.I. / Third Degree - 1st Section
May 8, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
June 4, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
June 4, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
June 5, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
June 5, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
June 6, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
June 6, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
June 12, 2019
O.S.I. / Third Degree - 2nd Section - Full Form Closing
June 12, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 2, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
July 2, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
July 3, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
July 3, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
July 4, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
July 4, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
July 10, 2019
O.S.I. / Third Degree - 2nd Section - Full Form Closing
July 10, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
July 31, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
July 31, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
August 1, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
August 1, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
August 6, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
August 6, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
September 3, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
September 3, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
September 3, 2019
Order Eastern Star # 160
September 3, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
September 4, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
September 4, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
September 5, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
September 5, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
September 11, 2019
O.S.I. / 1st Degree Complete
September 11, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
September 17, 2019
Order Eastern Star # 160
September 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
September 19, 2019
Constitution Observance Night
September 19, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
October 1, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
October 1, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
October 2, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
October 2, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
October 3, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
October 3, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
October 9, 2019
O.S.I. / Stated Meeting - Flag Reception - Balloting - Annual Elections
October 9, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
October 15, 2019
Order Eastern Star # 160
October 15, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
November 5, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
November 5, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
November 5, 2019
Order Eastern Star # 160
November 5, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
November 6, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
November 6, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
November 7, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
November 7, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
November 13, 2019
O.S.I. / Funeral Service - Receptions - Introductions
November 13, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
November 19, 2019
Order Eastern Star # 160
November 19, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
December 3, 2019
Downey Shrine Club
December 3, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
December 3, 2019
Order Eastern Star # 160
December 3, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
December 4, 2019
Temple Board Meeting
December 4, 2019 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
December 5, 2019
Stated meeting; Dinner
December 5, 2019 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
December 17, 2019
Order Eastern Star # 160
December 17, 2019 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
January 1, 2020
Temple Board Meeting
January 1, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
January 2, 2020
Stated meeting; Dinner
January 2, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
January 7, 2020
Downey Shrine Club
January 7, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
January 21, 2020
Order Eastern Star # 160
January 21, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
February 4, 2020
Downey Shrine Club
February 4, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
This event is open to all Shriners to meet and have an informal meeting and dinner. We discuss the events of the Shrine and of the Shrine Club.
February 4, 2020
Order Eastern Star # 160
February 4, 2020 @ 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
February 5, 2020
Temple Board Meeting
February 5, 2020 @ 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
All members are invited to the Temple Board meeting.
Dress: Casual
February 6, 2020
Stated meeting; Dinner
February 6, 2020 @ 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Monthly meeting All masons are invited and encouraged to come
Dinner $ 7.00 with reservation, $ 10.00 without reservation.
Masons: Business Suit
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