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FEZ SEZ

Al Azhar Shriners, 5225 – 101 Street NW, Calgary, Alberta T3L1S4 Phone: 403-239-0030 Fax: 403-239-4334 Email: [email protected] Website: www.al-azhar.ab.ca

FROM YOUR POTENTATE Dear Nobles and Ladies, I want to thank all who attended the Potentates Ball on January 20th. Your Support was appreciated. It was a fun weekend and I have to thank my Aides for your hard work you certainly made it a Gala Event and a lot of fun. Thanks to Ill. Sir Gordon Berard for keeping me focused and making sure little thing were not forgotten. My family and friends thoroughly enjoyed themselves and were pleased on how well the event was prepared. For that I thank you all. To the all Units, Clubs and D.O.N who gave money thank you for the funds. They will be put to good use. As I pointed out, it will be a busy year and an exciting one. As my motto states “Support by Members” will only make it happen. Increase in membership is important for our Shrine Centre. This is the year to start increasing our members. We can’t wait any longer. Please make it a point to bring in a member if you require any help talk to our membership committee chairman Noble Kurtis Frederick. In May there will be an outdoor Ceremonial, this should be very interesting and hope this will entice new Nobles. The second ceremonial will be in November. The new carpet really makes the Centre look great. New pictures in the fire side lounge and further upgrades will give a new look to our Shrine Centre. Have started tree pruning and will further make the outside look better when spring arrives. Will be asking for help to do some painting outside and do hope we do get some help when request is sent out. The Centre needs a little TLC and I hope this can be shown this year so we all can take pride in our building once more. The PNSA Committee is doing an excellent job and will be an excellent time in Lethbridge “The Place to be in 2013”.

The Special Events Committee has the Swing into spring coming together and hope you bring some friends along with you for this great night.

I’m looking forward to working with Queen Joan Pruett of The Daughters of the Nile. Our families go back many years. In closing the families can join in the fun of parades. As Potentate I give permission for families to be in Non Shrine parades. They can be in four wheel vehicles. Please follow all safety rules

Remember: “SUPPORT by MEMBERS”.

Yours in the Faith

Gordon Brewer

Inside: Stated Business Meeting – p2 Upcoming Events – p4 PNSA 2013 – p7 General Info – p9 Club/Unit News – p11 Discover Scotland – p17 Petition – p20

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AL AZHAR SHRINERS SOCIETY OASIS OF CALGARY, DESERT OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA

STATED BUSINESS MEETING

AL AZHAR SHRINERS SOCIETY will hold its Stated Business Meeting

on Thursday, April 11th, 2012 at 7:30 p.m. sharp, at the Shrine Centre, Calgary for the transaction of business as follows:

1. Receiving Reports (Financial, Investment, Membership, Events) 2. Balloting on Petitions

3. Disbursement of Gaming Funds 4. Election of Oriental Guide 5. General Business

Wear your fez and a smile

(Also bring your 2013 dues card. You need it for admission!)

Attest: Yours in the Faith J. Garth Border, Recorder Gordon B. Brewer, Potentate Dinner will be available prior to the meeting. Time, meal and cost to be announced by e-Blast closer to the date We will also have a Ladies Program while the Nobles are attending the meeting The following “disbursement of funds” will apply to future gaming applications Club/unit operation up to 10%note 1 Local charity up to 10% Patient Transportation Fund 20%+ SHC Canada 30%+ Al Azhar Society 30%note 2

Note 1 – Unit/club projects that exceed 10% will be entertained by the Divan Note 2 – Units/clubs that operate and maintain a facility may apply for an exception

Your 2013 Divan POTENTATE GORDON BREWER P: 403 241-7713 E: [email protected] CHIEF RABBAN BRIAN SHIMMONS P: 403 949-4490 E: [email protected] ASSISTANT RABBAN ROBERT NEWMAN P: 403 948-6161 E: [email protected] HIGH PRIEST & PROPHET BYRON NELSON P: 403 253-6659 E: [email protected] ORIENTAL GUIDE To be elected April 11, 2013 RECORDER GARTH BORDER P: 403 239-0030 E: [email protected] TREASURER W.G. (BILL) MILLER P: 403 686-0801 E: [email protected] JUNIOR PAST POTENTATE KENT GALBRAITH P: 403 217-6769 E: [email protected]


CHAPLAIN’S MESSAGE As you may be aware, Lady Doreen is in Long Term Care for Alzheimer’s Dementia. The facility where she resides went on strike last month and I got thrust into the national media as a spokesperson with regards not only to the strike but that she has to move by January 20th, 2014 as the facility where she lives is discontinuing the AHS supported beds. I received many, many calls from a lot of loved ones that are affected by the bed closures but also by issues pertaining to the care their family members are receiving in other facilities across Canada. One interesting situation that kept developing is that the cost of care is being manipulated and the most vulnerable members of our society are being taken advantage of. For example, one lady is paying $700 more than her neighbour for the identical suite. Another is paying $400 to have her blood pressure checked weekly which is free in most facilities. And yet another is paying $700 to have her eye drops administered daily. I am not saying there shouldn’t be a charge on the latter but my feeling is this charge is excessive and I question why it isn’t covered under health care / insurance. What I am asking, no begging, is that if you do have family members in a seniors residence or LTC that you become aware of their financial affairs. In every case I heard about, the seniors have not told their loved ones and do not want to be a burden. Also, I have applied and been accepted as a volunteer at the 2013 Shriners Hospital for Children on October 14 to 20th in Las Vegas. It may surprise you to know that we have two members in senior administrative positions at this prestigious event. Illustrious Sir Edward Jakubowsky is in charge of the Ambassadors and Noble Richard Sigurdson is in charge of Corporate Hospitality at the Hill. I am pretty sure there are not too many Shrine Centers outside of Nevada that have two Chairmen on the committees. Why not consider volunteering as well? If you have any questions contact either of these Nobles or myself. In the Light of Grace Noble R Dean Cowan Chaplain 2013


Upcoming Events

300 CLUB April 5 STATED BUSINESS MEETING April 11 WINE & CHEESE PAIRING April 17 SWING INTO SPRING April 20 AL AZHAR CEREMONIAL May 24 & 25 SHRINERS DAY June 6 SHOW & SHRINE June 22 SUMMERFEST June 23 IMPERIAL SESSION June 29- July 4 Indianapolis STAMPEDE PARADE July 5 PNSA 2013 – LETHBRIDGE July 24-27 Lethbridge http://www.pnsa2013.org SHC OPEN LAS VEGAS, NV October 14-20 OKTOBERFEST October 26 STATED BUSINESS MEETING November 14 FALL CEREMONIAL & JOINT INSTALLATION November 16

http://www.pnsa2013.org/


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Western Outdoor Ceremonial

May 24 and May 25

Friday 24 Mixer at Mounted Patrol Grounds Saturday May 25 Ceremonial at camp grounds area Banquet on Mounted Patrol Grounds with a Pitch

Fork Fondue cooked by Mounted Patrol. Get your members signed up for this first outdoor ceremonial.


June 6, 2013 has been designated “Shriners International Day”.

Many Shrine Centres have planned special events to mark the day. All clubs and units are encouraged to identify events to mark this special day

EVENTS COMMITTEE UPDATE Hello everyone from your Events committee. We just want to thank you all for your great support last year…we could not have done it without all of you. We would ask now for all the Units and Clubs to assist us again this year and our first event is Swing into Spring (see the poster in this issue) with some donations of door prizes. These should be in the $20 to $30 range and you can contact Garry Saunders at 403-238-3238 to let us know or ask about this. Please make sure that your Unit or Club is represented at the Events Committee meetings so you are better informed. Thanks Garry Saunders Events Committee Chairman TIN LIZZIE CORPS Hello Nobles! As spring arrives we are planning the parade and BBQ season. As always our year will begin on May 20th at the High River parade. We are looking forward to visiting many other communities to spread some Shrine happiness. If you are coming out to the Stated Business meeting on April 11th, be sure to come early to have a great BBQ steak dinner. Please call Pat to let her know, as we need to know how many steaks to cook. I’d like to congratulate one of our Special Ladies, Joan Pruett on her appointment as Queen of Sakkara Temple. Keep your eyes open for our upcoming Meat Sale. Fraternally, Rob Sceviour Commander



Join your fellow Nobles (and their wives) from Al Azhar and around North America as a volunteer at this year’s Shriners Hospitals for Children Open. Volunteer registration is now open at www.shrinershospitalsopen.com As a volunteer, you get cool stuff, breakfasts and lunches, special hotel rates and free return transportation from the hotel to the event. You also meet some great people and get to watch some of the best PGA golfers.

Jim Scott Commercial Sales & Lease Consultant Cam Clark Ford Sales Ltd. Bay 1, 925 Veterans Blvd Airdrie, AB. T4A 2G6 [email protected] Bus: 403 888-9311 Having the Right Vehicle For Fax: 403 948-4503 Your Business Is Our Business

Summit Award Winner

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AL AZHAR LONG TERM PLAN UPDATE

In 2011, your Divan proposed a Long Term Plan that was approved by the Nobility. For your information, here is an update on actions taken or in progress Membership & Involvement Your Membership Committee is developing plans to increase candidates and reduce demits and suspensions. Membership involvement in the East West Shrine Hockey Challenge was fantastic and membership involvement in other “shrine events” continues to improve. While Al Azhar suffered a net loss last, it was significantly less than 2011. Membership needs to be every Noble’s top priority. Get a Noble! Building & Grounds A number of improvements have been made to your buildings and grounds; the most noticeable being the replacement of carpeting on the main floor. The Buildings and Grounds Committee has and will be identifying other necessary improvement this year. All improvements are aimed at improving the “appeal” of your facility to you and to the public at large to increase facility revenue.

Al Azhar has engaged SAIT marketing students to develop a “marketing analysis” of your facility and recommend methods of increasing its usage. The SAIT students will present their recommendation in late April to the Divan. Your facility did have a modest profit in 2012. Public Exposure & Recognition The Shrine Hockey Challenge gave Al Azhar and “the world’s greatest philanthropy” great exposure in the Calgary area. Another Shrine Hockey Challenge is already in the planning stages for this Fall. In 2012, Al Azhar started “mail-outs” to many Northwest Calgary Community Associations to make them aware of the “open” events at the Shrine Centre. This will continue in 2013. Our participation in area parades continues to be a great way of promoting Shriners and our hospital system and all Clubs and Units are to be congratulated for their participation. The Calgary Stampede Parades continues to be one of our best promotion vehicles. Hosting PNSA 2013 in Lethbridge will go a long way in increasing public awareness in the Lethbridge area. Our Philanthropy Al Azhar’s support of the SHC Canada and the Patient Transportation Fund continued to be strong in 2012 with approximately $100,000 raised. Al Azhar is already off to a great start in 2013 judging from presentations at the Potentate’s evening and Al Azhar’s proceeds from the Shrine Hockey Challenge. Administrative Structure Some preliminary work was started in 2012 to “rationalize” our administrative structure over the long term. Strength of Units/Clubs Many of our clubs and units maintained their strength in 2012 and some even got stronger. The focus in 2013 must be to find ways of helping our weaker clubs and units.


MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE UPDATE Hello fellow Noble or Lady reading this entry in the Fez Sez. I could speak to you about the need for more members or that you should do this or that to attract new members. Instead I ask you to enjoy yourself and express the pride you have in being a part of the Shriners. Tell people about what we do; when you are out with friends or family, at lodge or speaking to someone from the general public. By sharing who we are and what we do, we unknowingly inspire others to explore new paths in their life.

There are many upcoming opportunities to which you can invite friends, family members and Brothers from Lodge. We have ‘Swing into Spring’, Movie nights at the Shrine, the Show and Shrine Car Show, Parades, 300 Club, Summer Festivals and many other events to participate in.

I understand not everyone wants to go knocking on doors or feeling like a salesperson. By sharing the fun you have with those people around you, they become your ‘sales force’. The average person knows around 250 people, if each of those people know 250 people, that network grows quite quickly. Tap into it, be proud, share with people what you do and how much you enjoy your Club or Unit.

The membership committee has a goal of promoting Al Azhar Shriners and Shriners International in Southern AB. If membership is a passion of yours or you are tired of hearing the same complaint about needing more members… then be proud of what you do and share it with others. What could your club or unit do with 5 new members? 10 New members? Think on it, just don’t think too long. Action is key, small consistent effort will go a long way to improving Al Azhar!

Looking forward to spring and a little less snow,

Kurtis Frederick – Membership 2013, working with some of the best Shriners… you should be here with us! Next meeting April 11th, 2013, Oasis club 6pm!

WANTED – LODGE AMBASSADORS

Many Shrine Centres have implemented a “Lodge Ambassador” program. The purpose of the program is to ensure that Lodge members are aware of upcoming Shrine events that are open to the public or Master Masons. Al Azhar would like to implement such a program in Southern Alberta If you are interested in becoming a “Lodge Ambassador” for your Lodge, contact Brian Shimmons. The plan is to send out information on Shrine events to each Lodge Ambassador on a regular basis. H: 403-949-4490 C: 403-305-1450 E: [email protected]

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Unit/Club Meeting Dates & News

Al Azhar Units Al Azhar Shrine Clubs Athletic Club (Rutters) contact the Ramses for dates Air Corps 7:30 p.m. 2nd Wednesday Clown Unit 7:30 p.m. 1st Thursday Directors Staff 7:30 p.m. 4th Thursday Greeters As called Legion of Honor 10:00 a.m. 2nd Saturday Medicine Hat Clowns last Monday of each month Mounted Patrol 6:00 p.m. Wednesday Oriental Band 7:30 p.m. Thursday Provost Corps 9:00 a.m. 4th Saturday Sabre Patrol (Call Swordmaster for date) Shrine Patrol 7:00 p.m. Mondays Tin Lizzie Corps 7:30 p.m. 3rd Tuesday Vintage Cars 7:30 p.m. 3rd Tuesday

Alpine Shrine Club 1st Tuesday Big Country Shrine Club 4th Tuesday Calgary Shrine Club 2nd Friday Foothills Shrine Club 4th Wednesday Lethbridge Shrine Club 1st Wednesday Medicine Hat Shrine Club 3rd Wednesday Red Deer Shrine Club 3rd Wednesday Wild Rose Shrine Club 1st Wednesday

RUTTERS NEWS The Rutters had a great turnout for their annual Curling Tournament this year. There were only a few Shrine teams and many teams from different walks of life so we had a great opportunity to let everyone know about our unit in particular and the Shrine in general. Lots of great prizes so a special thanks goes out to the many members that donated to this great event. It has helped to keep teams coming back each year. The Mounted Patrol Unit are claiming they are all now going into assisted care homes and no longer have the physical ability to do such a physical sport as curling. That seems to be a better excuse than the one used last year by a Mounted Patrol team to take a technical win over a Rutter’s team being supported by a 12 year old son who had never curled before. Otherwise, the Mounted Patrol team would never have won the game (they never won the pool). But fortunately, as the Mounted Patrol never showed up this year, good sportsmanship abounded and fun was had by all. So, as usual, the Rutter teams came out on top, winning the A and B pools. Special mention to the SILF’s, the elite Rutter’s team that won the A pool event. In honour of the event, the Rutters are going to be obtaining a trophy that is sure to be

the biggest one in the Oasis Lounge, in honour of the event and its long standing success. As we have not kept accurate records to date on past winners, and as this is about looking forward to many more years of fun, the first name on this trophy will be the Rutter’s – SILF’s. Our next event will be some sort of participation in the Stampede Seven’s Rugby tournament in July. Our current Rameses, Derrik Telford, has promised us a terrific fund raising and public awareness event for the Rutters at this tournament and we are all looking forward to see what Noble Telford has in store. Dues for the Rutters are $30 a person and are currently due. Please contact Noble Telford to pay your dues and if you are interested in becoming a new member. He will tell you about our meeting dates and times. Our next one is projected to be March 17, 2013. Noble Telford’s e-mail is [email protected] and his mobile number is (403) 999-6938.

SUPPORT YOUR CRAFT LODGE THAT’S WHERE SHRINERS ARE BORN



AIR CORPS NEWS Spring is almost here and we are getting our planes ready for another season of fun. We will be participating in most of the parades that we did last year. New this year, we will be going to the 604 cadet tattoo at the Max Bell on May the 4th for a show, as we on July 1 we will be going to Airdrie and on July 13th and 14th we will be at the Airdrie Air Show. PNSA in Lethbridge we will be there. I am heading up transportation for PNSA 2013 in Lethbridge and I need drivers for the minivans to run people around. If you can help please call me personally. We are planning a Prop Club Dinner for Saturday October the 26th at the Calgary Tower… details to follow. This is my 4th term as Captain of the Air Corps… man time travels when you are having fun Fraternally Ron Down - Captain

VINTAGE CAR CLUB NEWS On Feb 26th the presentation of the Queens Diamond Jubilee Medal took place at the Delta Hotel. This event involved medals being decorated on 13 Calgary Firefighters. The Calgary Fire Dept. hosted the event and Alberta Fire Commissioner Trent West presented the awards. It came as a surprise to me when my Nephew Jarrett Silliker who is a firefighter with Foothills Fire Dept. submitted my name for the award. When my name was called to come forward and be decorated, Jarrett also joined me and the presentation was made by the Commissioner. But it was not over. The medal was removed, handed to Jarrett and then he pinned the medal on me for a second time which was very special for him to be a part of the process. Lady Linda and I are very pleased to have been a part of this special occasion. (See p11) One other member who is also a Shriner and Firefighter to receive the award was Noble Larry Fisher. And yes I still have my dress uniform which felt a little odd after all these years of not wearing it once retired but it sure brings back memories, and it fits. So now we are into yet a new year and can’t wait for the snow to be gone so we can roll out our vintage cars to do it all once again. To kick off the season one vehicle was entered in the World of Wheels Car Show by Noble Ken Aylesworth who won Best in Class for the 49 Woody Ford wagon. And just to let you know if you’re looking to buy a car and join the AAVCC Ken told me it’s for sale. Also at the car show I found Noble Ronald Moore who does appraisals for those wishing to find out what that old beautiful car of yours is worth. So now we await the return of our snow bird members who are spread out all over the country mostly state side and they are on their way back north. Our first meeting will take place on the March 19th if you would care to join us; we meet at the Mounted Patrol Club House at 7PM. Noble Frank Silliker


Noble Frank Silliker with his Queens Diamond Jubilee Medal. Congratulations Noble Frank!

GREETER’S NEWS Our unit has been active in supporting the potentate. We attended the Potentate's Ball and made a $2,000 donation to the Shrine Centre Maintenance Fund. We were also involved with the East-West Shrine Hockey Game. It was a great experience and success enjoyed by all. Our next endeavour is our Annual Spring Fling to be held at the Shrine Centre on Wednesday, May 15, 2013. All are cordially invited. Our new executive for your information is: President – Rich Odland; Past President - Wes van der Lee; Vice President - Ill. Sir Gordon Berard; Secretary - Sean Staddon and Treasurer - Keith Leaper. We all look forward to promoting the Shrine and having a good time doing so. Rich Odland Greeters President

PATROL NEWS Greetings Nobles, I would like to take this opportunity to update you on the happenings of the patrol. We had our 101st Annual Installation and Investiture of the Officers for 2013, at the Shrine Centre on Saturday, Nov. 3rd. Thank you to everyone who attended and worked on making the evening a successful and memorable event Captain David Hochman 1st Lieutenant Andy Pokolinski 2nd Lieutenant Lynn Martin Secretary John Bradford Treasurer Jim Webber We hosted another great Children’s Christmas Party with Santa Claus and Breakfast on Sunday, December 2nd and a big THANK YOU to all of ”Santa’s Special Helpers”, the nobles who helped and of course Santa. We have decided to change our unit from a musical unit to a riding unit, with the purchase of 10 new Segway’s. We put on a demonstration at the Shrine Ceremonial on Saturday, October 13th, 2012, which was well received. We also had 2 Segway’s donated to us, one was from Noble Giles Wilderman and the other was from Noble Gale Stitt, thank you both very much for your generous donations. Our next big event is our annual 300 Club Dinner and Draw. There will be lots of food, fellowship, everyone has a chance to win some great prizes and we cordially invite you to bring your friends, neighbours and brothers, contact info is on p3. We have our meetings on most Monday nights, starting at 7:00p.m, if you are interested in joining our unit and learn how to ride a Segway, you are very welcome to drop in anytime. We are planning to participate in several parades this year and will be travelling to Lethbridge for the PNSA that Al Azhar is hosting on July 24 -27 and our unit is preparing one of our fabulous breakfasts on the Saturday morning before the big parade and we hope that you can all attend and make PNSA 2013 a great success. And a reminder that our next Quarterly Meeting will be held on April, 22nd starting with dinner at 6:30 and the meeting begins at 7:00p.m. I wish you all good health and a prosperous year. Kind Fraternal Regards, Noble David Hochman, Captain - 2013


MOUNTED PATROL NEWS On November 17th, 2012 the Al Azhar Mounted Patrol joined eight other units for a joint installation ceremony. An evening of dinner and dancing was enjoyed by all. The Mounted Patrol installed the following members: President Noble Ken Weller Captain Noble Jim Cascadden 1st Lieutenant Noble David Pope 2nd Lieutenant Noble Glen Hacke Treasurer Noble Warren Nelson PP Secretary Noble Gary Van Exan On December 12, 2012 the AMP held their annual Christmas Wine and Cheese Party at the Club House, hosted by Noble President Ken Weller and Lady Lorraine. The weather co-operated and this event was well attended by Nobles and their ladies. January 2013 saw the Mounted Patrol begin conditioning exercises in preparation of an anticipated busy ride season. Regular ride practices will begin in April. We were all saddened to learn of the passing of long-time Mounted Patrol member, Wayne Curtis Fox on January 16, 2013, at the age of 62. Wayne joined the AMP as a ride member in 1987. He was Unit President in 1993 and President of the International Shrine Horse Patrols in 2001. In 2003 Wayne was made INSHP Shriner of the Year. Wayne retired from the Calgary Fire Department in 2005 after 33 years of service. Wayne grew up on the family farm east of Crossfield. He is survived by his mother Marjorie Fox and his brother Bryan (Judy) Fox as well as many nieces and nephews and their families. Wayne will be missed by all whose path he crossed. On February 17th, 2013 the AMP held a Family Day BBQ and family get together. Delicious BBQ’d hamburgers and hot dogs with all the trimmings were served to our many guests, followed by toboggan rides (pulled by an ATV), skating and other outdoor activities on the Lake. We were pleased to see so many children in attendance. All-in-all a fun day was had by all. A Jiggs Dinner is planned for March 16, 2013 in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Corned Beef and Cabbage and all the trimmings are on the menu. This event has been a huge success in past years and we are looking forward to another good turnout of members, friends and family. -----------------------------------------------à

Several move-outs are planned for this summer, and the Mounted Patrol is looking forward to another successful ride season. Wishing all Nobles, Ladies and their families a very Happy Easter. THINK SPRING!!!!! Noble Roy Jardine DIRECTOR’S STAFF NEWS Greetings Nobles! This has been a great start to the year for the Directors Staff! We are meeting on Sunday, 24th of March to work on our unit building and move some of our equipment around. Come out and join us we could use the supervision and company! ;) The Directors Staff will be out parading this summer and look forward to many fun days in the sun. Our upcoming meetings will be March 28 and April 25, we would like you to join us! The 2nd section needs your creative input, you can help make a new Noble's ceremonial a memorable experience that they will not soon forget! Remember your 2nd section? I still remember mine… Be a part of a new Noble’s memories of the day they became a Shriner! This year we have a special ‘outdoor’ ceremonial and we’re looking for a couple of units/Nobles with ideas for outdoor themed stunts! Contact us to help out! I look forward to seeing you all at Swing into Spring, Movie nights, camping and on the parade route this spring/summer. Your continued support of Al Azhar’s events will allow our legacy in Southern Alberta to grow and thrive!

Working for Al Azhar and having fun, Kurtis Frederick Director 2012


CLOWNS NEWS Hi everyone from the Clown Unit, we are going to try to get an article in each of the Fez Sezs this year to let you know what we have done and are going to do. So far this year we recuperated from our Xmas rush of move-outs, then participated in that great event at the Saddledome. The East West Challenge game was a great success and our photo booth brought in about $300.00 for the cause. We had a great time doing this and the skits for the audience and we will sure be the next year as well. since then we have done one move out at Cardel place for Family Day where we did balloons for about 700 children of all ages. Now for those that might be interested we will be putting on a Pocket Magic and clown stuff seminar on April 28 at the Shrine Centre. This will be from 1:00pm to 4:00pm and is open to all interested persons at a cost of $10.00 per head. Please contact Phil Lunn or Kim Parkyn of the Clowns so that you can be registered in advance of the seminar. We are looking forward to a great season of parades this summer and, of course, the PNSA in Lethbridge in July. Here’s a little humour for this month; A Blonde joke you've never heard before “After becoming very frustrated with the attitude of one of the shopkeepers, the young blonde declared, 'Well, then, maybe I'll just go out and catch my own alligator and get a pair of alligator shoes for free!' The shopkeeper replied with a sly smile, 'Well, little lady, why don't you go give it a try?' The blonde headed off to the swamp, determined to catch an alligator. Later in the day, the shopkeeper was driving home, and spotted the young woman standing waist deep in the murky water, shotgun in hand. He saw a huge 9-foot gator swimming --------------à

rapidly toward her. With lightning reflexes, the blond took aim, shot the creature and hauled it up onto the slippery bank. Nearby were 7 more dead gators all lying belly up. The shopkeeper watched in amazement as the blond struggled with the gator. Then, rolling her eyes, she screamed in frustration ... "Sonofagun!! THIS ONE'S BAREFOOT, TOO!" Thanks Garry "PYRO" Saunders

LOST IN THE DESERT

If you have a current address or phone number for any of the

following please contact the Recorder’s

office

Name Last known location Hunter, Seth Elmer Kelowna, BC Konczak, Walter Okotoks Mackey, Douglas Trinidad & Tobago Owen, John G. Nanoose, BC Rowland, R.R. Qualicum Beach, BC Shapka, Steve Calgary Stephenson, George Calgary Van Wielingen, Gus Calgary

WILD ROSE SC NEWS The Wild Rose Shrine Club has been busy planning our 2013 year. Under the direction of President Ken Campbell and his executive, our meetings have produced a series of goals and objectives for the parade season, fund raising and social events. We eagerly await the results of the casino held in late December. We have added new members and again await the parade schedule and are looking forward to appearances with the wee busses. A most positive note is the news Past Potentate Larry McCook is returning to form and will be directing us this summer on the parades routes. We wish to send our thoughts and wishes -----------------------à cont’d p15


WILD ROSE SC NEWS cont’d to Lady June and Dick Buchanan as both have been dealing with serious health issues. Again not lots of activities due to the winter, however, once the spring does arrive the Wild Rose Nobles do like the bears come alive and get to work. See you on parade routes and many locations. 2013 Club Exec.: Ken Campbell, Pres.; Peter Proudlock, 1st VP; Bryan Williams, 2nd VP; Dale Hackinen, Treas.; Clay Bailey, Sec. Meetings: 1st Wed. at Nose Creek Museum, Airdrie; Social 6pm, Dinner 6:30, meeting follows; Ladies & guests welcome. Contact Peter Proudlock (403-804-5299) or Clay Bailey (403-948-0270) LIFE MEMBERSHIPS: In addition to Clay Bailey who has been Sec. since our founding in 2006, and who was made a Life Member last year, the following founding members were also recognized for their work, dedication and foresight in founding the Club, at a unanimous vote of the Club on Mar. 6, 2013: Nobles Dick Buchanan, Cam Clark, Hugh Hamilton and Ill. Sir Larry McCook. In closing our best wishes and congratulations to the McDonnell’s upon the arrival of a daughter to keep the two older brothers in line. Peter Proudlock, 1st VP, Chair Social Committee & Norm Brain

Divan members Gary Hodge & Bob Newman presenting

gavel to new 2013 Wild Rose Shrine Club President Ken Campbell





PETITION FOR INITIATION AND MEMBERSHIP

AL AZHAR TEMPLE

TO THE POTENTATE, OFFICERS AND NOBLES OF AL AZHAR TEMPLE, SITUATED IN THE OASIS OF CALGARY, DESERT OF SOUTHERN ALBERTA I, the undersigned, hereby declare that I am a Master Mason in good standing in __________________Lodge #_________located at ______________________________________________ ________________________________________ City Province Which is a Lodge recognized by or in amity with the Conference of Grand Masters of North America. Furthermore, I have resided at my current address for not less than 6 months, as required by the Bylaws of The Imperial Council. I respectfully pray that I may be made a Noble of the Mystic Shrine, and become a member of your temple. If I be found worthy, and my request granted, I promise to conform to the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws of The Imperial Council and the Bylaws and Ceremonies of your temple Birthplace ________________________________________________ Date of Birth ___________________________________ Were you ever a DeMolay? ______ If so, what was the Chapter name and Location ________________________________ Profession or occupation ___________________________________________________________________________________ Have you previously applied for admission to any temple of the Order? _____________________________________________ If so, what temple? ______________________________ When? __________________________________________________ Residence Address __________________________ _______________________________________________________ Street City _______________________________________ _______________________________________________________ Province Postal Code Business Address __________________________ _______________________________________________________ Street City ___________________________________________ ________________________________________________ Province Postal Code Business Phone _____________________________ Hat Size ________________________________________ Mail Address__________________________________________________________________________________________ Home Phone ______________________________________ E-mail Address ________________________________________________________________________________________ Wife’s name __________________________________________________________________________________________ Date _______________20_________ Signature _____________________________________________________________ Print Full Name Here __________________________________________________________________________________ Name in Full, initials not sufficient Recommended and Vouched for on the Honor of Noble _________________________________#_______________ Noble _________________________________#_______________

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