(Atlantic, IA) – The Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors were hosted by the Masonic Pymosa Lodge on Thursday, January 15th, 2026, where they learned more about the organization’s long-standing commitment to philanthropy and its upcoming fundraising events.

During the visit, Donnie Drennan shared the rich history of the Masonic organization’s charitable efforts, with a strong focus on supporting local education. For more than 30 years, Pymosa Lodge has awarded annual scholarships to graduating seniors from the Atlantic and CAM school districts, helping offset the cost of tuition. The lodge’s primary fundraiser supporting this effort is its annual Irish Stew Feed.

The 10th Annual Masonic Scholarship St. Patrick’s Day Stew Feed Fundraiser will be held Tuesday, March 17th, from 5:00–7:30 PM at the Masonic Lodge. The event will feature beef stew, vegetable stew, and Irish soda bread, served for a free-will donation. Meals may be enjoyed inside the lodge or through a drive-through option located alongside the building.

Ambassadors and Masons (Left to Right): Kelsey Beschorner, Jeff Christensen, Alisha Wagner, Dr. Keith Leonard, Dolly Bergmann, John Bricker, Rae Ome Conn, Anne Quist, Jennifer Lowers, Randy Aggen, Kathie Hockenberry, Bill Saluk, Donnie Drennan, Jennifer McEntaffer, Arlene Drennan, Julie Waters. Photo courtesy Kelsey Beschorner.

The Ambassadors also learned about a new fundraising event the lodge is hosting to support Vision Atlantic. Building on a tradition once held by the Atlantic Shriners, the Masonic Lodge will host a Chicken Noodle Dinner at the United Church of Christ (1607 Hazel Street, Atlantic). Udderly Delicious will prepare the chicken and noodles, with the Masonic Lodge providing desserts. The meal will be offered for a free-will donation, and the Grand Lodge has agreed to match the funds raised the night of the event. While delivery and take-out will not be available this year, the lodge may consider those options in the future if demand is strong.

In addition to meal fundraisers, Pymosa Lodge supports its scholarship program through can and bottle recycling. Drop-off locations include the Masonic Lodge, Boes Repair Inc., and the Cass County Landfill, and community members may also contact a Mason to arrange pickup from their home or business.

Pymosa Lodge #271 is located at 1010 SW 7th Street in Atlantic. For more information about upcoming fundraisers, the scholarship program, or ways to donate, contact 402-740-1717.