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Epic Dragon Slaying Quest in Jávea Raises €400 for Charity
On Saturday evening, Jávea witnessed an unforgettable adventure as the courageous heroes of Jávea 40 took on their very own dragon-slaying quests. Armed with lances in the spirit of Saint George, over 60 Masons and their guests gathered at Kawana Bar for a Saint George’s Day celebration full of fun, laughter, and charity.
The weather couldn’t have been kinder, and the venue rolled out a feast of traditional English favourite—fish and chips, steak pie and chips, and curry with rice. Add plenty of beer and wine to the mix, and it’s safe to say everyone was well-fed and watered!
Musical entertainment came courtesy of Dave Manhatten, who serenaded the crowd with timeless classics. His smooth tunes soon had a few guests dancing their hearts out by his stage, adding to the lively atmosphere.
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To spice up the evening, the organisers arranged four fun-filled challenges for the intrepid dragon-slayers:
- Lance the dragon: Hit the bullseye on the dartboard.
- Rescue the damsel: Toss a euro coin closest to a bottle of brandy.
- “Putt” out the dragon’s fire: Score a hole-in-one at Crazy Golf.
- Pull a lance from the sand pit: Unearth the prize-winning stick.
Here is a selection of photographs from the evening showing our own “Saint George’s” in action:
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At the end of the night, the Worshipful Master, W. Bro Alex Wilkins, expressed his gratitude, “Thank you all for joining us for our very first St George’s Day celebration. Seeing the joy and camaraderie of everyone here is proof of a wonderful evening! A special thank you to Mike Tullett, Malcolm and Margaret March, Barry Rowe, and Peter Farrell for organising this splendid event.”
Alex added, “Our aim was to celebrate Saint George with good company, great food, and plenty of laughter. Your smiles are the biggest reward! Plus, raising €400 for charity is the icing on the cake. The proceeds will be divided between the 2026 Festival and Balcon al Mar Volunteer Firefighters.”
Here’s to the dragon-slayers of Jávea 40—a night to remember and a win for charity!
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The debut of the Provincial Piano Recital thrills the audience in Moraira
On Saturday 12th April, Espai De La Senieta in Moraira played host to the inaugural Provincial Piano Recital with almost 50 guests in attendance. Led by Professor István Székely and his talented students, the evening was a fantastic celebration of classical music.
István is an internationally renowned figure in the world of music and holds Professorships at the Katerina Gurska Superior Conservatory in Madrid and the Franz Liszt Centre for Special Talents in La Nucia. He is also a valued member of Santa Faz Lodge No. 48.
Despite the relatively modest turnout, guests were treated to an extraordinary performance, showcasing timeless works from Mozart, Liszt, Debussy, and Chopin. The recital reached a breathtaking finale with a “Four-Hand Duet,” performed by student Anna and her teacher Carla, which left the audience captivated. The evening proved to be an enchanting experience, delighting even those less familiar with classical music.
Such was the success of the event that the organiser, Provincial Grand Charity Steward, Peter Johnson hopes to make these concerts an annual fixture in the Provincial Charity event programme. All who attended expressed the hope that this concert marks the beginning of a cherished cultural tradition in the Provincial Masonic community.
Commenting, Peter Johnson said “I want to thank István and his team for giving their time free of charge tonight. Charity remains at the heart of what Freemasons hold dearly and, not only have we all had a wonderfully entertaining evening, we have also raised €940 for charitable causes”.
Golden Ticket Prize Draw
Dear Brother,
Provincial Charity Golf Tournament – Golden Ticket Prize Draw
The Provincial Charity Golf Tournament which takes place on May 29th at the Bonalba Golf Resort and Spa will soon be here.The Tournament Committee have been working hard to ensure that we build on the success of last year’s event. Brother Haakon Erikson, who runs Green Parrot travel group has once again very generously donated a magnificent prize for our draw, which consists of a ¨Golden Ticket¨ voucher which can be redeemed against the cost of 1 week´s 4-star accommodation (6 nights / 7 days) for 2 people at any hotel or Aparthotel in Europe. Certain restrictions apply. The voucher is valid for 12 months from date of issue. Blackout dates apply for Christmas, Easter and August, for details Email: pgcs@glpvalencia.com
We are running a separate draw with this as the only prize, and offering it to all the brethren throughout the Province. Tickets cost 20€ and will be strictly limited to 100 tickets. To purchase your tickets simply complete the Jotform link and transfer the money to the bank account as detailed in your invoice. Do not forget to include your full name and ¨Golden Ticket¨ in the reference.
The winning ticket for this super prize will be drawn by our PGM on Thursday the 29th May at the Provincial Golf Tournament.
Good Luck! https://form.jotform.com/250712552441045
San Juan de Espána 28 & Santa Faz 48 Lodge Members Invite you to a Texas Style Hog Roast & BBQ
San Juan 28 and Santa Faz 48 Lodge members invite you to a fantastic Texas Style Hog Roast and BBQ.
Please see the poster for details. Your tickets can be booked by scanning the QR code links as shown.
Email: caridadsf48@greenparrot.es
2025 Provincial Grand Assembly
2025 Provincial Grand Assembly
The 2025 Provincial Grand Assembly was a resounding success, attracting over 180 Brethren and numerous dignitaries from Spain and other countries.
The Assembly adhered to established ceremonial protocols and demonstrated the precision observed in prior Assemblies, with Provincial officers exhibiting exemplary performance.
Let us remember the investiture of the Provincial Officers for the year 2025/2026. Congratulations to those who have been promoted.
The current Worshipful Masters and Entered Apprentices had the great honour of being presented to the Provincial Grand Master.
It was an honour to recognize those brethren with distinguished long service with the presentation of their certificates.
The Provincial Grand Master presented the Mason of the Year award to W. Bro. Peter Johnson and W. Bro. Ian Bullock.
Approximately 130 brethren gathered for the festive board, enjoying excellent food, wine, and most importantly, wonderful company, with the Provincial Grand Master formally recognising our newest member with taking wine with him.
The Provincial Grand Master offers his sincere gratitude to all attendees and eagerly anticipates welcoming everyone again next year.
Provincial Piano Recital Featuring Brother István Székely
An Evening of Popular Classics
W. Bro. Peter Johnson is very pleased to present Brother István Székely, a member of Santa Faz lodge 48, in an evening of fabulous Piano Recital on Saturday the 12th of April in the auditorium of Espai La Senieta, Moraira. The concert will start at 6:00pm and last approximately 2 hours.
István is a renowned Professor of music at the Katarina Gurska Superior Conservatory in Madrid and Franz List Centre for Special Talents in La Nuncia, so we are in for a wonderful evening of Classical Music featuring pieces by Mozart, Liszt and Debussy.
Tickets are priced at 20€. For information and to book your seats scan the QR code or click on the Jotform link.
Email: peter_john1@hotmail.com Or call 618 017 201.
So come along and see a great show, in a lovely theatre, all proceeds go to the 2026 Festival.
Arenal Deportiva Lodge No 65 Celebrate Chinese New Year
Arenal Deportiva Lodge Celebrate
Chinese New Year 2025
(The year of the Snake)
On Saturday the 20th January, 65 Brethren, Partners and friends of Arenal Deportiva lodge No 65 met at Sabores II restaurant in Moriara to celebrate (an early) Chinese New Year 2025. It was a cold wintry evening outside, but inside the restaurant, a warm convivial atmosphere ensured that the party got into full swing. The menu had been specially selected by Florence (Li Fung Ha) Johnson to suit all tastes and requirements, and with a fabulous raffle draw and the auction of a hand made Dragon (soft toy) over €800 was raised for lodge and charity funds. Each guest received a ¨Lai See¨ packet containing a lucky coin – albeit of the consumable variety, it truly was a case of ¨Kung Hai Fat Choi¨ – A Happy New Year for everyone.
Provincial Garden Party – Save the Date!
Provincial Garden Party.
Save the Date! 21st June 2025, Los Arcos Restaurant, Pedreguer.
(in the case of inclement weather – we will reschedule)
Provincial Charity Golf Tournament 2025
You are cordially invited to participate in the Annual Charity Golf Day on the 29th May. You can support the event as a player (teams of 4), as a sponsor, or help with the running of the event.
We will also be holding the Green Parrot ¨Golden Ticket¨ prize draw once again where the lucky winner will win 3 days of 4 Star accommodation anywhere in Europe. (more details to follow)
For more information on how to participate Email Richard on: richard.davis@golfbonalba.com or Peter on: pgcs@glpvalencia.com
Masons Give a 3 Kings Surprise
Masons from the Provincial DANA Relief Committee were thrilled to visit the 3 families we are helping and deliver toys and gifts ahead of the 3 Kings celebrations.
We presented gifts and toys to the seven children from the three families in advance of the Three Kings’ Day celebration. These gifts were generously donated by friends and families of Old Tower Lodge No. 49. The children, aged two to seventeen, reacted with genuine delight with tears of joy at their unexpected presents, a heartwarming experience for all present.