published by mastermason on Sun, 03/01/2026 - 08:08
published by mastermason on Fri, 05/08/2015 - 20:38
Covering Fulton, Williams, Defiance, and Henry Counties in Northwest Ohio, the Fabulous Fifth Masonic District exists for the benefit of the blue lodges in the district, their members, and guests.
published by mastermason on Sun, 04/05/2026 - 09:04
Happy Easter to all! We are into the first full week of April, and return to our labor after Holy Week. It was good to see so many 5th District brothers at the VoT Maundy service last Wednesday as well! Here is a rundown of your week in and around the Fabulous 5th:
- 4/6: Edon Lodge 474 Stated Meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/6: Sherwood Lodge 620 Stated Meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/6: Henry County Scottish Rite Association Meeting
- 4/7: Bryan Lodge 215 Stated Meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/7: Fulton Lodge 248 Stated Meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/7: Napoleon Lodge 256 Stated Meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/8: Wauseon Lodge 349 Stated Meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/8: Hicksville Lodge 478 Stated Meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/9: Zenobia Shrine Stated Meeting @ 7p
- 4/9: Defiance Commandry Stated Meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/11: Sycamore Lodge 520 Stated Meeting @ 9a
- 4/11: Oc Co Nox Ee Council Annual Breakfast for Diabetic Kids 8a-11a - Defiance Defiance Masonic Temple
Remember to "Save the Date" for the following:
- 4/17: Grand Master's Reception / Swanton at 6pm
- 4/18: Bryan Lodge #215 175th Reconsecration at 11am
- 4/25: Valley of Toledo Spring Reunion / Phoenix Lodge
- 5/15: 5th District Awards Night in Liberty Center at 6pm
- 7/18: 5th District Outdoor MM Degree
Reading through the Masonic Bulletin, I stumbled on this event, which might be of interest to some: Toledo Ft Industry will host Goose and Gridiron Lodge No. 1717 on May 9, featuring a couple of special guest speakers from the Masonic Roundtable podcast. The information shows 12-5:30p with Festive Boards at Maumee Bay Brewing. Tickets are $75 if attending the festive board. Goose and Gridiron was chartered by the Grand Lodge of Ohio with permission to use UGLE ritual. It's a great opportunity to see English ritual. More info:
https://gooseandgridiron.wildapricot.org/event-6625953
published by mastermason on Sun, 03/29/2026 - 08:30
The 5th District Inspection season ended at Sherwood Lodge. A memorable night as WM Hart initiated his son into our fraternity. RWB Rettig was also recognized for his service to the District as he announced his retirement as District Advisor. 
published by mastermason on Sun, 03/29/2026 - 08:19
Happy Palm Sunday to all! We are just a week out from Easter, and being Holy Week, there is not a lot on the schedule as you might imagine. We still have a few items to send your way as we wind down March and welcome the start of April! This is also a reminder to get your RSVPs in for the GMR by April 4. The GMR is on April 17th at Birchwood Meadows and is always a top-rated event for the district
- 3/30: 5th District Association Meeting at Napoleon @ 7pm
- 4/1: Valley of Toledo Maundy Service at Phoenix Lodge (Perrysburg) @ 7p
- 4/2: En Sa Woc Sa Chapter stated meeting @ 7:30p
- 4/4: Omega Lodge 564 stated meeting @ 9a
Remember to "Save the Date" for the following:
- 4/17: Grand Master's Reception / Swanton at 6pm
- 4/18: Bryan Lodge #215 175th Reconsecration at 11am
- 4/25: Valley of Toledo Spring Reunion / Phoenix Lodge
- 5/15: 5th District Awards Night in Liberty Center at 6pm
- 7/18: 5th District Outdoor MM Degree
published by mastermason on Sun, 03/22/2026 - 09:27
Congratulations to WB Harper and the brothers of Sycamore Lodge 520 on their Master Mason Inspection Saturday morning. Brother Gerken, of Napoleon Lodge, was raised to the sublime Degree of Master Mason. A luncheon and good fellowship followed. Fulton and Napoleon tied for the traveling trophy, but a coin toss gave Fulton the trophy for the week. The last inspection is an EA this Friday at Sherwood Lodge in Defiance at 7pm! 
published by mastermason on Sun, 03/22/2026 - 09:26
Congratulations to WB Leatherman and the brothers of Liberty Center on a Fine FC Degree Friday Night. Bro. Lankenau was passed to the Degree of Fellow Craft with 43 brothers in attendance, who all witnessed a good Degree. Fulton Lodge took home the traveling trophy, but only for a few hours as Sycamore inspected Saturday morning! 
published by mastermason on Sun, 03/22/2026 - 08:53
Was it a busy Masonic week for you? We certainly had a full calendar last week, but what great opportunity to strengthen old friendships and forge new ones. We return to a more settled schedule this week, but we do have our final inspection for the district on Friday:
- 3/23: Liberty Center 518 stated meeting @ 7:30p
- 3/24: Haly Chapter stated meeting w/Mark Master Degree @ 7:30p
- 3/25: Wauseon Lodge 349 stated meeting @ 7:30p
- 3/25: Hicksville Lodge 478 stated meeting @ 7:30p
- 3/26: Oc Co Nox Ee Council Super X in Defiance @ 7p
- 3/26: NMJ Thursday Night at the Rite, Fulton Lodge @ 7p dinner at 6p
- 3/27: Sherwood Lodge 620 EA Inspection @ 7p
- 3/28: Sycamore Lodge 520 stated meeting @ 9a
Looking for more travel, let's check out the 11th:
- 3/23: Rubicon Lodge Lecture Series featuring WB Kevin Fuller with his presentation on Astrology and Freemasonry @ 7:30p
- 3/24: Damascus Collingwood Lodge 643 FC Inspection @ 7p
Remember to "Save the Date" for the following:
- 4/17: Grand Master's Reception / Swanton at 6pm
- 4/18: Bryan Lodge #215 175th Reconsecration at 11am
- 4/25: Valley of Toledo Spring Reunion / Phoenix Lodge
- 5/15: 5th District Awards Night in Liberty Center at 6pm
- 7/18: 5th District Outdoor MM Degree
published by mastermason on Sun, 03/15/2026 - 13:12
Brothers all, Lily Creek Farms has an open call for volunteer help March 28 & 29 and April 3 & 4. Please connect with Jim Parsons if you are available (jparsons51@gmail.com/(419) 439-0321). They are asking for five brothers per day for each of the four days to help with the notred activities (we are encouraged to wear our masonic emblems on hats, shirts, etc):
1. If you have any volunteers with Horse experience, they could use some help with leading the horses to the different activities.
2. They need help with directing people where to park and help getting on and off the shuttle bus. (Guests will be shuttled back and forth from Napoleon Elementary School to the farm.)
3. Greeting people as they arrive at the farm, hand them maps, show them where the store is if they have questions, you cannot answer, helping them on and off the shuttle bus.
4. Bussing tables on 3/29 and 4/3
5. Anyone with animal experience who can help with our miniature petting zoo. We have a miniature pony, a miniature donkey, and a pot-bellied pig.
6. Helping make sure helmets fit the riders properly.
7. Help with games and handing out eggs after completing the games. (carnival-like games)
published by mastermason on Sun, 03/15/2026 - 08:11
After the traditional Jiggs Dinner, Napoleon Lodge's sidelines were well filled. Our 39 visitors included Brothers from Prince Hall Amazon Lodge # 4 of Toledo. Brother Dumire received a very fine Fellowcraft Degree. The dessert brownies after the degree were delicious. Perfect attendance is now at 18. Fulton Lodge took home the Traveling Trophy with 10 in attendance. Next week we have Liberty Center Lodge providing a Fellowcraft Degree at 7:00 pm on Friday March 20, then a quick turnaround to Sycamore Lodge and a 9:00 am Master Mason Degree. on Saturday, March 21. 
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