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Claremont No. 436

When You Bond, You Build

What is Masonry?

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. The traditions and core values of our fraternity are meaningful today and will endure for centuries to come.

Our Lodge

Claremont Masons are a vibrant and diverse group of men who value family, friendship, spiritual development, self-improvement, and virtuous character.

 

We join together to celebrate the shared vision of an oasis of peace, harmony, and fraternal affection.

 

Through the study and application of Masonic principles, and by uniting in the bonds of fraternal affection, we refine our character, grow in wisdom, and seek to improve the lives of others.

 

 

Rewards of Being a Freemason

Education

Freemasonry transmits knowledge for the purpose of self improvement and a connection to something higher. It teaches through initiatory rites, deep symbolism, spiritual tradition, and emulation. While not a religion, its teachings are in harmony with the essential lessons of the world’s religions and have the effect of enhancing the experience of one’s personal spirituality. The capable student will translate these lessons and experiences into his daily life and actions.

Growth

Our continuing pursuit of virtue and knowledge fosters self-improvement and brings more meaning to our lives. Exploring the wisdom of Freemasonry, being an active part of our community, and spending time with like minded men are activities that give us the opportunity to develop leadership skills, and enable us to build self-discipline and confidence through commitment and service.

Friendship

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, ethnicity, religious beliefs, political views, sexual orientation, physical ability, citizenship status, or national origin. We are friends and brothers who are connected through this vital and uplifting organization of virtuous men.

Membership

We are a universal fraternity of like-minded brothers becoming better men through esoteric knowledge for the purpose of serving our families and community.

 

 

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.

 

 

One of Freemasonry’s customs is not to solicit members – men must seek membership on their own initiative.

 

 

If you are interested in applying for membership to our lodge, the first step is to contact us below to RSVP for our Prospects Night, a special event for prospects, which consists of a presentation about Freemasonry, a question & answer session with current members, and a tour of our building.

 

Contact us

Our social

Upcoming Events

January 14, 2026
January 15, 2026
  • January 15, 2026

    Northeast Corner Lecture Series

    January 15, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    The Northeast Corner Lecture Series with special guest speaker WB Jeriel Smith, presentation on the topic of Masonic Observance. Social at 6:30 pm, program at 7:30 pm. Coat & Tie with lambskin aprin. Tiled event for Masons only. EA through MM permitted. RSVP at https://tr.ee/8m5az5QoL9

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January 16, 2026
  • January 16, 2026

    Game Night

    January 16, 2026 @ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

    Bring your favorite snacks and board games to share! RSVP at https://tr.ee/JWmM0DBW5l

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January 21, 2026
January 22, 2026
  • January 22, 2026

    Prospects Night

    January 22, 2026 @ 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Curious about Freemasonry? Want to know what it's all about, learn what members get out of it, and find out how the membership process works?

    Join us for our Prospects Night, an event just for prospective members like you. January 22nd 2026, dinner at 6:30pm, program at 7:30pm. Please RSVP using the form at https://tr.ee/XEdrTiYkev

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January 28, 2026
January 29, 2026
February 4, 2026
February 5, 2026
  • February 5, 2026

    Stated Meeting & Pub Social

    February 5, 2026 @ 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm

    Monthly business meeting for Claremont Lodge No. 436

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February 11, 2026
February 18, 2026
February 19, 2026
  • February 19, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    February 19, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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February 25, 2026
March 4, 2026
March 5, 2026
  • March 5, 2026

    Stated Meeting & Pub Social

    March 5, 2026 @ 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm

    Monthly business meeting for Claremont Lodge No. 436

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  • March 5, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    March 5, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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March 11, 2026
March 12, 2026
  • March 12, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    March 12, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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March 18, 2026
March 19, 2026
  • March 19, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    March 19, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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March 25, 2026
March 26, 2026
  • March 26, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    March 26, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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April 1, 2026
April 2, 2026
  • April 2, 2026

    Stated Meeting & Pub Social

    April 2, 2026 @ 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm

    Monthly business meeting for Claremont Lodge No. 436

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  • April 2, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    April 2, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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April 8, 2026
April 9, 2026
  • April 9, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    April 9, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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April 15, 2026
April 16, 2026
  • April 16, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    April 16, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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April 22, 2026
April 23, 2026
  • April 23, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    April 23, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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April 29, 2026
April 30, 2026
  • April 30, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    April 30, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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May 6, 2026
May 7, 2026
  • May 7, 2026

    Stated Meeting & Pub Social

    May 7, 2026 @ 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm

    Monthly business meeting for Claremont Lodge No. 436

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  • May 7, 2026

    OSI - Upland

    May 7, 2026 @ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm

    Good at 6:30. ROD/BATTON HOLDERS - Floor work for all ritual using rods and battons

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