Special Events: Lodge, District 26, and more
Special Events & Annual Activities
Note: For regular lodge meetings and events, please visit our Calendar Page.
Eureka’s 3rd Annual Day of Research
Join us for a day dedicated to Masonic education.
Featuring presentations and discussions from:
Florida Lodge of Research No. 999
Florida Chapter of Research
Florida Priory of Research
Whether you’re presenting or attending, you are welcome to connect with Brothers across jurisdictions who are passionate about the Craft and Masonic Education.
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Lodge attire is required. All presenters and attendees should dress appropriately.
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The event is open to all Master Masons in good standing. Please have your current dues card available at check-in. The Florida Lodge of Research is open to all Master Masons, while the sessions of the Florida Chapter and Florida Priory of Research are tyled and limited to members of those respective bodies.
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Yes. The event will be conducted in a tiled Lodge setting. Only qualified Brethren will be admitted.
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A: E³ is our monthly Blue Lodge education night, open to all degrees and focused on Craft Masonry. The Day of Research is a special annual event featuring statewide research bodies, including the Florida Lodge of Research, the Florida Chapter of Research, and the Florida Priory of Research, which are part of the York Rite system. We’ll also feature Scottish Rite–related presentations in the morning. It’s a unique, full-day gathering for deeper Masonic scholarship across appendant bodies.
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Yes. Any Master Mason may submit a paper or topic proposal. If selected, you’ll be given a time slot during the event to present.
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Send your paper or proposal to education@ens269.org. Submissions are reviewed by the event committee for approval and scheduling.
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The Day of Research is free to attend and proudly hosted by Eureka-North Shore. Donations to support Masonic education are always appreciated. However, there will be a Table Lodge following the event that includes a catered meal — the cost to attend the Table Lodge is $20 per person.
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Note: This special event is separate from our regular E³ (Education & Enlightenment Evenings), which focus on Blue Lodge education and are held on Third Thursdays at Eureka.
Questions & Comments? Send a note to education@ens269.org
DC Weekend 2025
Eureka-North Shore Lodge – Washington, D.C. Trip
Dates: Thursday, October 30 – Monday, November 3, 2025
Open to: Lodge Members and invited guests.
Eureka is headed to our nation’s capital for our annual D.C. Weekend!
Our itinerary features visits to some of the most significant sites in American and Masonic history, opportunities to network with our Brothers in Washington, and memorable moments together as a Lodge family.
Highlights include attending Colonial Lodge’s Festive Board and continuing our tradition of laying a wreath at Arlington National Cemetery.
Whether it’s touring national landmarks, attending special events, or enjoying our beautiful capital city together, this is a trip that will strengthen our bonds and create lasting memories.
RSVP is requested so we can coordinate any necessary tour access. Once submitted, you’ll be added to our trip chat group to arrange travel details with the group.
All trip details and helpful information can be found on this page.
The FAQ section below answers many common questions.
Group Hotel:
Hilton Alexandria Old Town – 1767 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314
Eureka Group Rate: $169 + tax per night
Rooms available with a single king bed or two double beds, for single or double occupancy.
Arrival & Flight Info:
Nonstop flights are available from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) via JetBlue and from Miami (MIA) via American Airlines.
Tip: Consider booking an early flight on Thursday, October 30, to allow time for hotel check-in and the afternoon activity.
Some attendees are arriving on Wednesday, and the group rate will apply for the extra night. Flight and rideshare coordination will take place in the group chat.
Please note:
Registering confirms your commitment to attend. Certain tours require us to submit attendee names and personal details in advance for security clearance, so accurate information is needed when you RSVP.
All attendees are responsible for their own expenses, including hotel, travel, meals, and tour fees. The group hotel rate applies for the trip dates and can be extended for early arrivals or late departures.
Please contact W∴ Hunter Adak for more information.
Click the button below to RSVP and secure your spot. 👇
Frequently Asked Questions
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The trip is open to Eureka-North Shore Lodge members, significant others, and invited guests. Some tours and events may have age or security restrictions.
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October 30 – November 3, 2025. The main program begins Thursday, October 30, but some attendees choose to arrive earlier. Our group hotel rate applies for extra nights before or after the trip.
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Our host hotel is the Hilton Alexandria Old Town, 1767 King St, Alexandria, VA 22314.
A special group rate is available for the trip dates and can be extended for early arrivals or late departures.
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We recommend arriving Thursday morning, October 30, to allow time for hotel check-in and participation in the Thursday afternoon activity. Some Brothers will arrive Wednesday, October 29, and the group rate will still apply.
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Use the RSVP link provided in the invitation or on our website. Once submitted, the hotel reservation link will be provided, and you’ll be added to the trip WhatsApp group to coordinate flights, rideshares, and other details.
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Yes. Your RSVP will be treated as a confirmed commitment.
Some of our requested tours require submitting an official attendee list in advance, along with personal information for security clearance and background checks.
This is why we need your confirmed attendance and accurate details.
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Each attendee is responsible for booking their own travel.
Nonstop flights are available throughout the day from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Washington National (DCA) on JetBlue, and from Miami (MIA) on American Airlines.
Early flights on Thursday are recommended.
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All attendees are responsible for their own expenses, including hotel, travel, meals, and tour fees. Group dinners will be arranged, and costs will be shared as applicable.
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Bring formal attire (suit/jacket and tie) for Masonic and formal events, and comfortable clothing for tours. Comfortable walking shoes are highly recommended, especially for Arlington National Cemetery. Check the weather forecast before packing.
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Yes. While some activities are planned as a group, there will be free time to explore Washington, D.C., on your own or with others.
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The itinerary is actively being planned through proper channels and is subject to change based on availability, scheduling, and approvals. Updates will be shared in the trip WhatsApp group.
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No. The trip is open to Entered Apprentices, Fellow Crafts, Master Masons, and their significant others.
However, if a Lodge meeting is held during the trip, attendance for that portion will be limited to Master Masons only.
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Note:
We are working hard to finalize the itinerary; however, some elements depend on external approvals and are beyond our control. A preliminary version will be shared with members after RSVP and is subject to change. Certain tours require advance security clearance, and participation cannot be guaranteed until confirmed.
Diamonds and Gold Ladies’ Night
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Arabian Nights
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