Hello Brothers;
   We had a double Second Degree on August 12th. The candidates were Steve Fields and James Shoemaker. The officers did a outstanding job. It was great to see a few members from other lodges. After the degree Brother Jim Ritter talked to us about the working tools of this degree and the Trestleboard. Well done. Also thanks to Janet Price for the great dinner.
   We will be having a Outdoor Degree on Sept 11th. The York Rite will have a Mark Master Degree at 9:00am and we will follow with a 3rd Degree. All Master Masons are invited. The officers doing the degree will contain a mixture of members of the lodges in our area. This is a special time when the Brothers can share in the fun and camaraderie. Check out the view. From this vantage point you can see for miles.
   Also don't forget the building rededication ceremony on Saturday October 16th. This is a once in a life time opportunity. Our Building is one hundred years old and the Grand Lodge will be there for the dedication. There should be a flier in this Trestleboard.
   On August 14th we had a Mason Education meeting. It went for 3 hours. The time went by so fast it seemed like it was 20 minutes. We talked about symbols, meanings of degrees, brotherhood, friendship and much more. Even though we spent 3 hours, we just touched the surface. If you want to learn more about your craft please join us at the next meeting. Attendance in itself is of no value if nothing is given to those who attend. Attendance is not an end, but a means. Any Lodge room can be packed in, but is of no Masonic value. It is when the Master packs his lodge room with brethren eager for Masonic entertainment, which has information, instruction, with pleasure and amusement. That attendance is important. The point is when we had the Mason Education meeting it was inspiring. With the growing support of the members I see a brighter future. I would like to see all of you at the next one which will be Oct. 2nd between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m.. I want to thank Greg Sudmeier for organizing the meeting. Well done.

God Bless
Don Nelson W.M.

Brethren,
   The past few months have been very busy, with all the degree work for all three degrees. Congratulations to all the candidates. Many thanks to the officers, especially now we have moved up to advanced stations.
   I would like to thank all the brothers and their family members who have helped in the past two work parties that we held at our lodge. Without your help the lodge would not be going forward in the right direction.
   Please look for upcoming work parties between now and October 16th, 2010. We need people of all skill levels, most working trades, cleaning, or serve coffee and lunch.
   On Saturday September 11th, 2010 we will be having our outdoor 3rd Degree in Half Moon Bay @ 9:30 am for the Mark Master Degree. Coffee and donuts will be provided. We will have a very nice lunch (New York Steaks) after the Degree cost $15.00 Per Person. Bring your hat and sunscreen. For reservations please call brother (Master) Don Nelson (650) 575-8805
   On Saturday October 16th, 2010 we will be having our 100 year building Celebration. It will be held at our lodge. Please summit your reservations early. Cost $50.00 Per Person. If anyone had their reservation returned.

Please mail it to our new address:
San Mateo Masonic Lodge #226
303 Tilton Ave.
San Mateo , CA 94401

   For information and reservations please contact Brothers: Jim Ritter (650) 504-7701 or Johnny Sanchez (650) 868-3894
   We have been having better numbers of members and guests in our stated dinners the last couple of months. Thanks to you, to all who have joined us. Also thanks to all who cook and help clean-up. We do have room for more. Please join us the first Thursday of each month and bring a friend.

Fraternally,
John Sanchez, Jr. Warden