Volume 34, Number 2 Sarasota, Florida ... - Sahib Shrine

Volume 34, Number 2 Sarasota, Florida February 2015

Shriners

Having

Fun &

Helping

Kids

Shrine Club Directory, 12Shrine Club News, 12Shrine Unit News, 18Thursday Luncheons, 34Masonic Digest, 44Ladies Calendar, 51Officers, Appointees and Unit Leaders, 52Index of Advertisers & Shriners Info, 53Sahib Shriners Calendar, 54

February 1 Reporter Deadline King Pins Pancake Breakfast, 8:00 a.m., 35 7 Potentate’s Ball, 6:00 p.m., 16 10 Birthday/Anniversary Dinner Dance, 6:00 p.m., 6 14 Valentine’s Lobster Fest, 5:00 - 7:30 p.m., 27 15 Motor Corps Spaghetti Dinner, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m., 26 27 Brian Brenner Show, 7:00 p.m., 28March 1 Reporter Deadline King Pins Pancake Breakfast, 8:00 a.m., 35 5 Imperial Potentate’s Visit, 11:00 a.m. 7 Hillbilly Hoedown, 3:00 - 10:00 p.m. 17 St. Patty’s Day, 6:00 p.m., 29 17 Tampa Bay Downs, 10:00 a.m., 47

Christmas at the North Pole Handicap Children’s Christmas party

with Harold “Scrappy” Bell, Nik Wallenda, Butch “Sparky” Power and Al “Corny” Cobb.

Change is inevitable, Growth is optional!

Page 4 SAHIB REPORTER February 2015

The Official Monthly Publication of

Sahib ShrinersShriners International

600 N. Beneva RoadSarasota, FL 34232

Phone: (941) 366-4449FAX: (941) 366-8578

Email: [email protected]: http://sahibshrine.org

Editor-in-ChiefEd Firquin

Phone: (941) 366-4449 ext. 305.Email: [email protected]

Staff Writer Editor Emeritus

Gary SchweinshauptPhone: (941) 356-5381

Email: [email protected]

Staff PhotographersBob Rodd

Phone: (941) 776-0937Email: [email protected]

Editor EmeritusGary Schweinshaupt

Phone: (941) 356-5381Email: [email protected]

Staff AssistantWanda Firquin

The Reporter is dedicated to promoting the in-terests of Sahib Shriners, Shriners Hospitals for Children, Shrine Burns Institutes and the Sahib Shrine Clubs and Units and Freemasonry.

DEADLINE

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Text and images produced using computers may be submitted via email or on a PC-compatible floppy diskette or CD. Text should be submitted in ASCII format or in a commonly-used word proces-sor format. Photos, floppy diskettes or CDs from units or clubs will be returned to writer.

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All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or transmitted in any form without permission in writing from the publisher, except by other Shriner publications. Requests for reproduction should be addressed to Sahib Shriners. Copyright © 2014.

SHRINE HOSPITAL INFORMATION

For information or assistance in contacting the Shriners Hospitals for Children or a Shrine Burns Institute call:

National: (800) 237-5055 Florida: (888) 665-KIDS Sarasota: (941) 955-2494 Email: [email protected]

Chaplain’s cornerby Rev. Noble Dorè Patlian, Chief Chaplain, [email protected]

Photo on Page 1: Front page photo courtesy of Harold “Scrappy” Bell: Christmas at the North Pole Handicap Children’s Christmas party with Harold “Scrappy” Bell, Nik Wallenda, Butch “Sparky” Power and Al “Corny” Cobb. The Reporter: is published monthly (except in July), a subscription is included in our member’s annual Sahib Shrine dues of $100, by the Sahib Shrine Temple, Inc., 600 N. Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34232. Third-class postage paid at Manasota, FL.

Special Note - As most of you know, I have been elected to

the Divan as your High Priest and Prophet for 2015. I thank each of the nobility for placing your trust and confidence in me. I shall remain in the additional role of Chief Chaplain until a new Chaplain is named. One does not have to be a clergyman or even religious. What is needed is a dedication to Shrine Masonry and Sahib Temple, good speaking and writing skills and a sincere belief in Deity, however you celebrate it. Training will be provided. If you want to serve Sahib and the nobility in a unique, wonderful and powerful way, contact me at the email address above and I will forward your name for consideration.

The Month of Love - The month of February is the heart of winter; bitter cold in Western New York, New England and the Great Lakes region. It gets dark early and the days are blustery and short but February’s saving grace is that it is the month of love! Yes, February 14 is St. Valentine’s Day when we celebrate our highest and most selfless emotion - love.

Just who was St. Valentine? Historically, we really do not know. The Catholic Church believes he was Valentinus, the Bishop of Terni, a town in Umbria in Central Italy. He was arrested for teaching and preaching Christianity and while under house arrest developed dialogue with his Judge, Asturias. The legend tells us that Judge Asturias found Valentinus teachings and faith interesting and struck a bargain with Valentinus. If his faith could heal his blind daughter then he would escape execution and be freed. Valentinus laid his hands on the daughter’s eyes and her sight was restored.

The judge asked what he should do. Valentinus replied that he should break all the idols of the pagan Gods in the house and should fast and then be baptized. The judge

agreed and as a result freed all the Christian prisoners under his authority. So far so good, but once a preacher, always a preacher and Valentinus continued to proselytize which was very illegal in Third Century Rome and was taken before the Emperor himself and ordered to renounce his faith or die.

Valentinus refused, thus attain-ing martyrdom by strangulation on February 14, 269 AD. There is little fact in this official version but the lesson is the point. We really do not know who Valentinus was but his story is a lesson in faith, healing and love of others above self and fidelity to an oath. These are bedrock Masonic values and thus we learn from religious figures without necessarily practicing that creed or faith.

How did February 14, the legendary day of Bishop Valentinus’ death become St. Valentine’s Day? Moreover, why does it symbolize romantic love with cupids, hearts, gifts and greeting cards?

It is thought that it all began in Medieval England when Geoffrey Chaucer wrote of St. Valentine in his poem “Parliament of Fools” and extolled the delights of romantic love. The truth probably lies in the fact that February 14 is the deepest and coldest point in winter. In medieval times without central heat or electric blankets, it was darn cold in peasant huts and even in the Duke’s draughty stone castle. Cuddling was the favorite indoor sport of the time and the result was that February was the beginning of many a November birth. Without good old St. Valentine’s rowdy feast day on February 14, many a babe would not have been born. Thus, we associate him with regeneration of life, romance and love.

Isn’t February grand! It is cold up North, but perfect down here. We celebrate the good old Saint at the beach but for the young and young

. . .continued on page 36

We can’t grow, if they don’t know!

February 2015 SAHIB REPORTER Page 5

Potentate’snotes

Nobles and ladies,

Wow! I did not think, in my early years on the line, that it would be such an honor to be the Potentate of such a great Shrine. Sahib is the best place to be. Never any cold weather. When it turns warm by noon, it is time to put the shorts and short sleeve shirts back on.

The Potentate’s Ball is almost upon us; from what I hear there are some great guests coming from the Imperial. Imperial Sir Jack Jones and rumors that Imperial Sir Doug Maxwell may be here if he does not have other commitments. It will be a great time for Sahib and all their guests from other Shrines.

Be sure to call Marylou about your reservations for Valentine’s Lobsterfest at(941) 366-4449 ext. 320. Bring your sweetie to the Shrine for a great dinner and entertainment.

Hospitals Days will be this month and Sahib has always done a superb job in its effort for the hospital. Be sure to wear your Fez and bright yellow vest.

Respectfully,

Connie Jacobi, Potentate



SAHIB SHRINE Contributions Made to Shriners Hospitals

Total Year To Date

Shriners Hospital ........................ 2,720.00 $ 2,400.00 Shriners Hospital - IMO .......... 25.00 3,840.00

Total .......................................... $2,745.00 $ 6,240.00

Contributions Made to Sahib Shrine Donations to Sahib ....................... $1,715.00 $ 26,798.00Donations To Sahib – IMO ............ 220.00 3,462.00

Total ............................................ 1,935.00 $ 30,260.00

SAHIB SHRINERS“ST. VALENTINE’S DAY PRESENTED BY THE GREETERS”

LADIES NIGHT DINNER DANCE With Birthday and Anniversary Celebration

Tuesday, February 10••

•

20 - Patient visits to Shriners Hospital for Children in Tampa 2 - Patient visit to other Shriners Hospitals for Children

Participating Drivers & Assisting Nobles:Bill BalkwillGill BakerBen BlountDana CallananRon Conner

Ed CramerDon CowieFred EllisJim GatesJim Macdonald

Bob MartinPaul PanteJim PinsonDorwin PulfordBob Sanders

Rob RippnerDick SchmidtJoe SmedleyErnie SturgesFritz Wise

All nobles who are interested in taking part in the hospital transportation program are urged to contact Hospital Chairman Ken Clark, at (941) 313-9905.

Official Call

MARCH 2015STATED MEETING

THURSDAY NOONMARCH 12, 2015

• 11:00 a.m. Fun and Fellowship• 11:30 Band entertains• 12:00 Noon Lunch• 12:45 p.m. Meeting Opens Balloting• 2015 Dues card and Fez required• No short pants

SAHIB SHRINE HOSPITALDecember Transportation Report

Ken Clark, Hospital Chairman

Tickets: $19.50 per person, includes sales tax and gratuity

Purchase Ticket Reservations in Advance a Must!

Nobles – Fez, Jacket and Tie

Ladies – Commensurate attire

Music by “Mellotones”

No Ticket Sales after the Preceding Thursday

Box Office: 366-4449, ext. 320Proceeds are for the Benefit of Sahib Shriner’s Activities, Payments are not Deductible as Charitable Contributions.

Rock Cornish Game Hen w/Roasted Potato

or Coconut Fried Shrimp

Official Call

FEBRUARY 2015STATED MEETING

THURSDAY NOON

FEBRUARY 12, 2015• 11:00 a.m. Fun and Fellowship• 11:30 Band entertains• 12:00 Noon Lunch• 12:45 p.m. Meeting Opens Balloting• 2015 Dues card and Fez required• No short pants



Chief Rabban’s notesby Carroll G. Scribner, [email protected]

Recorder’s notesby Ed Firquin, [email protected]

As Installation of Sahib Shrine Officers and leaders of the fraternity are now completed, we are all looking

for an exceptional year in 2015. There will be many activities, social events and meetings where decisions for our beloved Shrine will need to be addressed. As in the words of an old rock song, “times are a changin.” Working together as a team will be our charge, as Ill. Sir Connie Jacobi will guide us. As Shrine Masons, let us step out on the left foot that leads us to the position of a Master Mason and lend a hand when needed. Thinking not what you can get from Sahib but what can you do to help Sahib Masonry continue in our community.

Social events will be abundant this year so let us get started in February. The Potentate’s Ball was a magnificent affair, the activities over the weekend were wonderful and the experience was first rate. There is a Stated Meeting on February 12 at 12:00 p.m. after the Luncheon, a Club/Unit Head Meeting scheduled for February 14 at 10:00 a.m. Presidents please attend or send a representing officer to the meeting. Our Shrine needs each club and unit president or officer at each meeting to advise and consent for direction of Sahib Shrine’s present and future.

The evening of the 14th finds the Valentine’s Day Lobsterfest in the Main Hall. I understand there will be unforgettable entertainment; it will be an incredible evening. Contact box office for ticket reservations.

The Motor Corps Spaghetti Dinner on February 15 is always an experience with great food and friendship, so buy your tickets and bring the family along with your friends. This month there are many Masonic Organizations using our facility: Grand Lodges of Maine and Indiana, Indianapolis Scottish Rite and Rhode Island Shriners. When you see these brethren welcome them to our facility and Shrine. Keep an eye out for entertainment coming soon.

The Sahara Restaurant and Lounge is a place to find the best food, drink and prices in the area. If you have not visited lately, Noble Ed Shauan and his staff are extending a personal invitation to try the cuisine. Prime Rib Friday Night with a full salad and soup bar with other specials on the menu are treats to behold. Monday night may find pizza soon, along with hotdogs and tacos. Special Wednesday Night Dinners. Thursday nights find Hillbilly Club members preparing the Hillbilly country fixings. Daily lunches are served during the week and specials are made from scratch by Head Chef Bob, Chef Kevin or Chef Phil. Sure to please any palate. Try the Sahara you will enjoy the fare. Remember to call for reservations for Wednesday and Friday nights so your experience will be the best it can be. I will see you at Sahib, remember that child within and let it out as often as possible. 6

Greetings to all. Once more into the gap. Another year, a new Potentate and renewed hope for an

active and involving year. If we all work together, we can begin a new era of progress and growth for Sahib. Lets all vow to join in support of our Potentate and Divan as they begin their new offices.

For your information, I am publishing a brief summary of the funding of the FEZtival of Trees income from all sources. A complete report is available on request. Income - $16,800; Expenses - $7,204; Net Profit - $9,596. Not bad for the first time out and no cost to Sahib.

Ill. Sir Connie Jacobi has approved the FEZtival of Trees for 2015 and we are currently building a team to make it happen. At this point, many of our tree contributors have signed on and we have most of our

craft tables signed up. My goal for this year is 40 trees and $20,000! We have discussed our plusses and minuses as we have met as a committee and we are adjusting our approach to correct these areas of weakness. I will need your support to pull it all together in November.

I will be working closely with Ill. Sir Connie this year and look forward to a well organized, planned and carried out program in all areas of Sahib needs. Our new Divan members are getting their feet wet with assignments in all areas of our operations. I know they will be a credit to you and Sahib.

Ill. Sir Connie Jacobi has planned a number of fun activities that should please all members of Sahib and I urge you to join in the fun! Enough for now. I will keep you posted as the year progresses. If I can help, give me a call at (941) 488 4363. 6



Assistant Rabban’s notesby Bill Balkwill, [email protected]

It is an honor to be your Assistant Rabban for 2015. Remember nobles we are all in this together. If there

is anything I can do during this year, please let me know and I will try to help in any way that I can. We must work together and make Sahib Shriners bigger and better for 2015. With Ill. Sir Connie Jacobi at the helm, I see some exciting and new beginnings for us.

February will be a very busy month. Pancake Breakfast, Potentate’s Ball, Birthday/Anniversary Dinner Dance along with Groundhog Day, Valentine’s

Day (nobles do not forget this one) and Presidents Day.

We need everyone’s support for the 33rd Annual Shrine Golf Tournament at Bobby Jones Golf Club on April 4. We will need door prizes, hole/cart sponsors and volunteers along with golfers. Let us all make this a big fundraiser for the Shrine. Contact Tom Cunningham, John Sholtis, Ed Firquin or myself. Let us have some fun! Remember support the Shrine and keep a child in your heart. 6

PRESENTATIONS (and other events) – January 2015

2014 Past Potentate Rocky Kearney presents2015 Potentate Connie Jacobi his gavel.

Ill. Sir Connie Jacobi and his Lady Deanie.



PRESENTATIONS (and other events) – January 2015

Ill. Sir Connie Jacobi being congratulated by his Lady Deanie.

Sahib Aides dressed in costume for installation 2015.

At the January Installation of Officers the 2015 Appointed Divan were installed (l-r): 1st Ceremonial Master Del Rawlinson, 2nd Ceremonial Master Jules Simon, Director of the Arch David Bruce, Marshal Ron Enger, Captain of

Guard Bud Glidden and Outer Guard Herb Mueller.

Sahib Aides dressed in costume for Installation 2015.

At the January Installation of Officers the 2015 Sahib Elected Divan were installed (l-r): Recorder Ed Firquin, Treasurer Ken Shipley, Oriental Guide

Dell Hyland, High Priest & Prophet Dorè Patlian, Assistant Rabban Bill Balkwill, Chief Rabban Carroll Scribner and Potentate for 2015 Ill. Sir Connie Jacobi.



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SHRINE CLUB DIRECTORY

VENICE SHRINE CLUBPresident: Jim Fahey – 223-6533

712 Grassy Oaks DriveVenice, FL 34293

Email: [email protected] at Left Coast Seafood Co.

US Hwy 41 BypassIntersection of Albee Farm Road & US-41 N

3rd Tuesday, 11:00 a.m.

NORTH PORT SHRINE CLUBPresident: Lowell McCarty – 625-2015

308 Comstock St.Port Charlotte, FL 33954-3627

Email: no emailMeets at The Olde World Restaurant

14415 S. Tamiami Trail, North Port, FLEvery Tuesday, breakfast served at 8:00 a.m.Stated Meeting, 2nd Monday at 11:30 a.m.

HILLBILLY SHRINE CLUBRaban: Roger King – 924-62505413 Creeping Hammock Drive

Sarasota, FL 34231-7313Email: [email protected]

Meets 1st Thursday of each monthat Sahib Shrine

Conference Room A - 7:30 p.m.

MANATEE SHRINE CLUBPresident: Jim Fletcher

Email: [email protected] at the Peridia Golf & Country Club

4950 Peridia Blvd., Bradenton 1st Friday each month - 11:00 a.m.

Social Events to be Announced

GULF SHRINE CLUBPresident: John Gardner – 479-4483

5208 15th St. W.Palmetto, FL 34221-5532

Email: [email protected] at American Legion Post 24, Bradenton

2nd Tuesday each month – 11:00 a.m.Ladies Night Dinner - 3rd Wednesday

each month – IMG & Academy Golf Club

ENGLEWOOD SHRINE CLUBPresident: Danny Holloway – 950-699-1652

12 Caddy RoadRotonda West, FL 33947

Email: [email protected] the 1st Tuesday of each month

at the Englewood Elks 11:30 am.Lunch 12 Noon

CLUB COUNCIL Sec./Treas.: TBA

MOTOR CORPS SHRINE CLUBPresident: Scott Steelman - 408-9811

1808 Batello DriveVenice, FL 34292-4626

Email: [email protected] the 3rd Wednesday of each month

at Sahib Shrine - 7:00 p.m.

DIRECTOR OF CLUBSTBA

SHRINE CLUB NEWSManatee Shrine Clubby Jim Fletcher, [email protected]

Happy New Year to everyone. It was good to visit friends over the holidays, to have family time and

see lots of great football.Our first meeting of the year was January 2 for lunch

followed by a nice Installation of Officers at the Shrine in the evening. We voted to give $1,000 to Sahib Shrine for the Car Show and purchased a pre-lit Christmas tree for the FEZtival of Trees for 2015.

We welcome new members. Our dues are only $15

and we meet at Peridia Golf and Country Club for lunch on the first Friday of the month at 11:00 a.m. for social and 12:00 noon for lunch. Our ladies meet at the same time. This is a great club!

We are planning a Picnic and other fun activities for this year. We hope you will join us and if you have not been in a while, we encourage you to come home. Hope to see you soon and God Bless. 6



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Meetings 1st Thursday of each Month at Sahib Shrine

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Motor Corps Shrine Clubby Giles Light (G-man), Secretary, [email protected]

It is February already. The Potentate’s Ball is only days away. However, we are also only two weeks from

Valentine’s Day. Did you know that St. Valentine’s Day began as a liturgical celebration of one or more early Christian saints named “Saint Valentine” Valentinus? Moreover, that the day was first associated with romantic love in the circle of Geoffrey Chaucer in the High Middle Ages, when the tradition of courtly love flourished. Not until 18th-century England, did it evolve into an occasion in which lovers expressed their love for each other by presenting flowers, offering confectionery and sending greeting cards. Actually, I have another way for you to express love for your sweetie, but I will get to that in a few paragraphs. You knew this was coming, didn’t you? First, some recent Motor Corps news.

First, we can report on our Motor Corps Member of the Year for 2014. The recipient of this year’s award is now Past President Scott Steelman (Gray Fox). He was recognized for this honor at our annual Holiday Party in December. Scott is a Pennsylvania native, having been born to a prominent funeral director in Honesdale. After graduating from Wilkes College, he joined the U.S. Army where he served in the Infantry and the Military Police. He retired after thirty-one years with the rank of Lieutenant Colonel. Scott then accepted a position as Supervisor of Budgeting and Accounting at the National Drug Intelligence Center where he met his wife Joni. He is a member of Venice Lodge No. 301 where he currently serves as Junior Warden.

He is also a member of the Tampa Scottish Rite and a Past President of the Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association. He has two sons, Scott and Jeffrey. When you see “Gray Fox” extend your congratulations to him for this well-deserved honor.

There were several other presentations to our members at the Holiday Party. In addition to his honor as Member of the Year, Scott also received his Past President’s Plaque. Wally Lacey (Red Dog), who is stepping down from his position of Treasurer of the Motor Corps for the past 12 years received a plaque for his loyal and devoted service. Incoming President Dave Bell (Jetfoot) was presented a membership in the Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels by Kosair’s Past Potentate Gary Fields (JP) who is also a member of the Sahib Motor Corps.

On New Year’s Eve Day, the Motor Corps along with several members of the Widows Sons Masonic Riders Association said goodbye to 2014 by holding the Second Annual Steve Weatherly Memorial Ride. The route to Sebring was planned by Road Captain Eric Bock (Speedtriple). Twenty riders and six passengers made the nearly 200-mile trip in overcast weather.

The Installation of 2015 Shrine Divan, Unit and Club Officers was held on Friday night, January 2. The Motor Corps was represented with the following officers being installed: President Dave Bell (Jetfoot) and Secretary Giles Light (G-man). Motor Corps member Ken Shipley (Doc) was installed as Sahib Treasurer for 2015.




North Port Shrine Clubby John Brophy, Scribe, [email protected]

How is this for an opener? I think it makes sense. “I thought a thought. However, the thought I thought

was not the thought I thought I thought. If the thought I thought I thought had been the thought I thought, I would not have thought so much.” If this does make sense to you then you are seriously in need of help!

Your Scribe has been out of town for two weeks so some information may not be included and this article may be somewhat shorter than usual. Do I hear cheering?

The Holidays have come and gone once again. North Port Shrine Club hopes all had very happy, healthy and safe celebrations. Next up will be Valentine’s Day. I hope for the sake of all nobles that you have procured the appropriate words of “amore” for your lady.

Our North Port Shrine Club Christmas Party on December 14 at Plantation Golf and Country Club was a smashing success. Beautiful venue, excellent food, beverages and entertainment by Bill Millner. All thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Kudos to newly elected North Port Shrine Club President Bob Somerville arranger and MC. Soon to be, Past Potentate Rocky Kearney was presented with an honorary membership in North Port Shrine Club. Noble B. John Ross was presented the Masonic Lifetime Award and he celebrated his 92nd birthday.

Not all news is good; some of our folks are ailing. Lady Betty Hamilton, Noble Larry Hedmark and Noble Joe Harrington are in our thoughts and we pray they will soon be back with us.

Incentive program: December 2 - Chris Depass, December 9 - Bill Long, December 16 - Dwight Ridgeway, December 23 - Bill Batten, non-winners. Each week

with no winners makes the pot bigger. Our incentive conductor Jack Watson is looking for a volunteer to take his place, not everyone jump up at once. By the way, did you notice Jack’s bandaged finger? At who or what was he pointing? Obviously someone or something that did not take kindly to being the pointee.

Still no new evidence has surfaced regarding the missing banner. Where is Sherlock Holmes when you need him? Somebody has to know something!

A hearty North Port Shrine Club welcome to new member Cliff Nicodemis, a retired PA, State Police Officer and member of Jaffe Shrine, Altoona, Pennsylvania. Congratulations to our member Mike Tirpak, W.M. - elect of North Port Masonic Lodge #406.

(Bits and Pieces) Really hungary? A London restaurant offers what it claims is the most expensive burger. The “Glamburger” is made with venison from New Zealand, Kobe beef, topped with Iranian saffron ($250 per ounce), white truffle from Italy ($1,500 per pound) Russian Beluga caviar ($3,000 per pound) and finished with a 24-karat gold leaf. Yours for a mere $1,800 each.

(Quotable Notable) As of this writing, no one identified Julia Child who said, “The only time to eat diet food is while you are waiting for the steak to cook.” For March guess who said “Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.” The first non-member who correctly names this notable and responds to the above email or calls (941) 426-0743 will receive a breakfast for two as guests of the North Port Shrine Club. 6

Bill Millner. Potentate Rocky Kearney and Noble Jack Watson.



Ladies’ Manatee Shrine Club 2015 Officers: L-R, Sunshine Lady Patti Kunkel,Chaplain Kathy Rodd, President Hobbie Trefrey, V.P. Wendy Littman,

Secretary/Treasurer Jeanette Hocking, Greeter Jean O’Hara.

Cortez Hi-12 Club welcoming new members: L-R Club President Jeff Davis,Jim Fleming, Bill Dunning and Installing Officer Bob Rodd PSP.

MC Bob Somerville.Potentate Rocky Kearney and Lady Wendy with North Port Shrine ClubHonorary membership.

Manatee Shrine Club 2015 Officers: L-R BACK ROW, Chaplain George Osganian, Secretary Bill Padelford, Director Jim Smith, Director Ed Cramer,

Treasurer Ron LeVene, Director Bob RoddL-R FRONT ROW, 2nd V.P. Jim Fleming, 1st V.P. Tom Willeman, President Jim Fletcher, Director Bob Trudel *Missing from photo is 3rd V.P. Russell Sexton.

Cortez Hi-12 Club 2015 Officers: L-R Back Row, Sgt. at Arms David Gardner,Chaplain John Sutterley Middle Row, Installing Officer Bob Rodd PSP, Secretary

Lewis Peter, Assistant Secretary Jean Campbell, Installing Chaplain David Hauraney, Installing Marshal Gene Black PSS Front Row (seated) Club President Jeff Davis.



Sahib Shriners

Request the pleasure of your company

At the 2015 Potentate’s Ball

Honoring

Illustrious Sir Connie Jacobi

And Lady Deanie

On Saturday, The Seventh of February Two Thousand Fifteen

Sahib Shrine

600 North Beneva Road ~ Sarasota, Florida

Cocktail Hour 6:00pm Dinner 7:30pm

Formal / Business Suit / Fez $60.00 per person



(Through month stated, μ = New or Renewed this month)

December 2019Everett & Evelyn Blount

(In Memory of Dick Reese)November 2019Margaret Lawrence

(In Loving Memory of Donald Lawrence)Sahib Golf Committee

August 2019Peggy Cloutier

(In Memory of Oscar Cloutier)Midge Jordan

(In Memory of Doug JordanDavid R. Magdalik

Kevin & Susan SapioMay 2019

Kenneth & Betty TerryberryDale & Donna LaBellHarold & Mary Stuver

March 2019Michael Clarke

February 2019Manatee Shrine Club

(In Memory of Robert Berlund) (In Memory of Preston Sturdevant, Jr.)

(In Memory of Earl Hadley) Laura Atz

(In Memory of Eugene Atz) December 2018 Bud & Carole Glidden

Ann LassigNyla Temple #152 Daughters of the Nile

November 2018Charles H. BurkeNancy Holmes

(In Loving Memory of George Holmes)August 2018

Jack & Marti BryantApril 2018

Ted & Anita MoltzFebruary 2018

Manatee Shrine Club(In Memory of Robert Everly)

Joe & Marion Mitchell(In Memory of Phil Mitchell)

January 2018Charles & Pauline Baker

(In Memory of Betsy Baker) September 2018

In Memory of Dr George & Dorothy Robinson

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May 2015The Builders Lodge No. 376(In Memory of Irene Krakow)

Donald & Audrey SchmittSahib Greeterettes

(In Memory of Evelyn Holland) April 2015

Harold BellJohn H. Brophy

(In Memory of Catherine F. Brophy)James & Caroyl Dunlap

Manatee Shrine Club(In Memory of Fred Rye)

(In Memory of Charles E. Slater)(In Memory of Fred W. Nason)(In Memory of Lowell L. Sutton)(In Memory of Joseph P. Kelley)

Doug & Joan Patterson(In Memory of Luther Bollman)

Bill & Stacey Lee ZurloMarch 2015

Bill & Gail BalkwillManatee Shrine Club

(In Memory of Dr. A. Edward O’Hara) Manatee Shrine Club

(In Memory of S. F. Perkins, III) Ginny Walter

(In Memory of Fred Walter)February 2015

Charles & Maryjane Hamilton Herb & Joanne Mueller Allen & Sherry Sorbie

December 2080 Robert & Ruth RiegelDecember 2056

Manatee Shrine ClubDecember 2033Sahib Golf Assoc.

(In Memory of James Ericsson)(In Memory of John Lewellen)

(In Memory of Bill Simon)Manatee Shrine Club

(In Memory of Austin Pickering)(In Memory of Philip Staples)(In Memory of Arthur Monson)

(In Memory of Oscar Cloutier, PP)April 2030

Charles S. Marston (In Memory of Anne M. Marston)

May 2029Desert Patrol

August 2027Fred & Marylou Ellis

March 2025John R. Holland

(In memory of Carl E. Hohlt)August 2024S. & B. Carter

December 2023Jerrit & Melinda Clayton

September 2023Volkert and Helen Smith

February 2023North Port Shrine Club

January 2023Manatee Shrine Club

(In Memory of Donald Chase, PPR)(In Memory of George Cumming)

April 2022Roy Winterbottom

(In Memory of Ed Luff) December 2021

Don and Joan PattersonDick and Jinny Warner

(In Memory of Luther Bollman)May 2021

Burton Chandler Jack & Iris Kwitchoff

March 2021Dr. Lawrence G. Schaeferle

(El Kahir-Iowa), North Port Shrine ClubOctober 2020Dolores O’Neal

(In Memory of Loved Shriners) Norris and Barbara Walker

December 2017 William & Maryann Adams

September 2017Marion Podewitz

(In Memory of Bill Podewitz)Manatee Shrine Club

(In Memory of Paul Tobias)August 2017

Manatee Shrine Club (In Memory of Philip Mitchell, PP)

June 2017Manatee Shrine Club

May 2017Margaret Hayes

(In Memory of Barry Hayes)Sahib Shrine Mariners

April 2017Manatee Shrine Club

(In Memory of Arthur Bieser)(In Memory of John Bohenkamp)(In Memory of Larry Swanson)(In Memory of Earl Woodring)

Roy’s Automotive(In Memory of Gerald Netzley - Egypt Shrine)

(In Memory of Danny O’Harold – Egypt Shrine)(In Memory of Austin Pickering - Sahib Shrine)

March 2017Christopher Weeks &

Barbara HersheyJanuary 2017

Charles & Suzanna KruegerNovember 2016

Lindy & Sandy NardoneOctober 2016

Patricia A. McLain (In Memory of BG John H. McLain)

August 2016Giles LightMay 2016

Manatee Shrine Club(In Memory of Al McKenzie, PP)

(In Memory of John Pinkley)(In Memory of Fordon Harris)

Evelyn Noe(In Memory of Frank Noe)

April 2016Col. M.G. Swindler

March 2016Jerry & Joyce Goacher

Dottie Pinkley (In Memory of John Pinkley)

Don and Elayne Sims



SHRINE UNIT NEWS

The New Year’s celebrations have come and gone, but the Clowns Unit would like to send best wishes

to our newly elected Divan and especially to our new Potentate Connie Jacobi for 2015 and beyond. In addition, we want to say thanks to our Past Potentate, Rocky Kearney, for a job well done for his leadership in 2014. The clowns had a very busy November and December starting with the Venice Christmas Parade on November 29. The Sarasota Christmas Parade was the next Saturday and the spectators lined the streets, sometimes six and seven deep, with lots of excited children waiting to see Santa. Of course, the clowns provided many laughs for the young and the old to help

the mood of excitement. Not to be out done, the North Port Parade was soon to follow with many people lining the streets excited about the season and the clowns with their bag of tricks were well received showing their Christmas spirit. Each year for the past twenty-eight years the clowns have participated in the “Flight to the North Pole” for area handicap children. It is a day of activities of all types for the children to view and participate. Of course, the clowns are there each year to help provide a few laughs and bring some smiles to these very grateful children. After pictures, face painting, HD hammer projects, pony rides, eating and here comes Santa

Clown Cornerby Ian “Checkers” Grant, [email protected]

Clowns prepare for Venice Christmas Parade. Back: Butch Power, Robert Mcooily, Al Cobb, Ian Grant, Myron Storch, Front: Harold Bell, Casey Jankowski, Chris Hagerem.

Clowns entertain the handicap at the “North Pole Christmas Party” featuring Santa. Pictured are Al “Corney” Cobb, Harold “Scrappy” Bell, Butch “Sparky” Power with

one of Santa’s elves.

Special guests at the Clowns’ Christmas Party. Pictured with “Sparky” Power are Ringling Clowns Jackie LeClaire (center), Chuck Sidlow and Chuck’s wife.

Manatee Sheriff’s Dept. awarding a plaque to Noble Ian Grant, President of the Sahib Clown Unit for all the Clowns’ help with the “Flight to the North Pole” for 2014.




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Florida Shrine Associationhttp://fla-shrine.org/

SunCoast Florida Freemasonryhttp://www.trowel.com/flamason



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Kentucky Colonelsby Col. Robert L. (Bob) Rodd, President, [email protected]

I do not know about you but to me each year it seems like the year is going by faster than the prior year. We

hope all that attended our January get-together enjoyed being back at the Tara Golf and Country Club after their months of renovations. We will be at Tara Golf and Country Club for most of our upcoming monthly get-togethers, which take place the 4th Tuesday of the month from September through May. However, our March get-together will be at a different location. I will let you know later where that will take place. Officers for 2015 are:President Colonel Bob Rodd (Kathy) (941)776-0937Vice President Colonel James “Jim” Fleming (Donna) (414)350-6061Secretary Colonel Charles “Bud” Glidden (Carole) (941)358-2285Treasurer Colonel Donald “Don” Clements (Mary) (941)755-3655Chaplain Colonel David Hauraney (Shirley) (941)750-6823 We would be very happy to have more of our current

Kentucky Colonels come to our monthly get-togethers. I know a few have some situations that prevent that and we appreciate that you still pay your dues and like to know what the unit is doing. If the reason you do not come is that of transportation issues, please let one of the officers know and we will try to remedy that. If you are a member of Sahib Temple and not yet a Kentucky Colonel please give me a call and come to one of our get-togethers. We only meet once a month, usually on the evening of the 4th Tuesday. For those of you who are already members of the Kentucky Colonels kindly think about your fellow Shriners. Be they from Sahib or elsewhere, be they residents of Florida or snowbirds and you believe they would be a great Kentucky Colonel and enjoy an evening of fun, good food, wonderful fellowship and superb entertainment. Be sure to invite them to join our festivities. That could be one of the reasons for joining Sahib. If you would like more information, please call (941)776-0937 or email me, or any of the other officers. Look forward to having you with us soon. 6



Wake up and smell the coffee! Just a reminder for all of you wanting a great Sunday breakfast.

There is hot coffee, hot tea and orange juice. Also eggs, sausage and of course all you can eat pancakes. Come and support our Kingpins Unit. Volunteers

are always greatly appreciated. See Del Rawlinson; he would love to put you to work. Breakfast is always on the first Sunday of the month from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. We look forward to seeing you. Until then, be kind to one another. 6

Kingpinsby Del Rawlinson, President, [email protected]

Proper Flag Retirement. Most Sahib nobles and their families know that the Sahib Legion of Honor has

for many years now had an ongoing project to accept USA flags and State/Military flags for proper retirement when your friend is torn, ripped or faded. But what happens to your old friend after you have dropped him off at Sahib Shrine Temple? Where does he go? What happens to him? How is he retired? We currently work with a group of South County funeral homes who accept such flags and own their own crematorium. Your flag to be retired is driven by me personally weekly to a collection point in Englewood, Florida and they transport your flag to North Port and their crematorium. Sahib Shrine is now known as a major contributor to their ongoing good work. Your flag will only be draped over the container of either an honorably discharged or an honorably retired male or female soldier of any of the USA’s five

military services or of an Allied Military Force. Your flag will join many other flags to completely cover the (normally heavy-duty cardboard box) of the (normally) not embalmed soldier. Your flag will cover and guard your unknown soldier in flames and temperatures of 1,400F to 2,100F degrees and depending on the weight of the soldier, the process usually takes ninety minutes to two hours, with larger bodies taking longer time. When all is said and done, your old friend will still be guarding the ashes of the soldier and will weigh approximately four pounds for an adult female soldier and six pounds for an adult male soldier. When the ashes of the cremated soldier are returned to the next-of-kin, your flag has been properly and legally retired and your flag will forever guard the ashes of an unknown soldier in honored rest and glory. Now you know! 6

Legion of Honorby Malcolm H. Van Dyke II, Commander, [email protected]



Marinersby Lacey Cross, Commodore, laceycross.net

Greetings and Happy New Year from your new Commodore. December leaves us with many happy

memories of time spent with other Mariners. I hope to see all the Mariners at the Installation of all the new unit officers on January 2. Dinner is at 6:00 p.m., followed by the Installation at 7:30 p.m.

Our Change of Watch will be January 10 at the Meadows Country Club. Cocktails at 6:00 p.m. and dinner at 7:00 p.m., followed by the Installation of Officers. Call Marylou at the Box Office or Bill McKown

at 474-7402 for reservations.Our January meeting will be January 14, bridge

at 5:50 p.m., dinner at 6:00 p.m. and meeting at 7:00 p.m. All Shriners are invited to join the Mariners Unit. Please call me at (941) 377-9491.

The Mariners are very proud, that one of our own members is Potentate of Sahib Shrine.

Congratulations to Ill. Sir Connie Jacobi and all the officers.

May your ship sail smoothly through 2015. 6

Oriental Bandby Jim Austin, [email protected]

I have finally figured it out. What you ask? Why we have about half of our little band of musicians either

from Germany direct or of German descent. Why, it is our love of beautiful music of course! Where else would you go to join, when all the great music is provided only by this group? Still, we have room for a few more great musicians. Come join our happy throng as we go into the New Year.

The Oriental Band has voted to abandon the old uniforms and go in another direction. We will no longer be Arabs but Chinese peasants starting the next time we perform for anyone. We are currently going through our options for dress uniforms and decorations for our float.

Our subject for this month is that great drummer, Richard Kramss. He was born in 1928 in Hanover, Germany. His father was a treasurer for Standard Oil. The family was transferred to Koenigsberg in 1936, and then moved to Cranz on the Baltic Sea. This is where he was captured by the Russians in 1945 and then was

sent to Siberia by train. It was summer and he was put to work in a coalmine. The Russians sent him to the gulag at Chelyabinsk to work as a machinist after a huge loss of life from typhoid fever in the Siberia camp. He estimates that about half of the population of that camp died that summer.

He worked in the Hanover area as a machinist for a while and then tried his hand at the Border Police. He applied for immigration here in 1956 and was accepted. He left Bremen aboard a liberty ship being used as a passenger vessel. They had a reputation as being rather flimsy so sure enough, a big storm came up and everyone thought they would not make it here, but they did, anchoring in Stamford, Connecticut. Tried a new job in sheet metal fabrication and rose to supervision while working at this for about twenty years. He married Erika in 1957 and moved to the beach here in 1992. As mentioned earlier, he joined the Oriental Band in 2006 and is helping in producing beautiful music wherever we go. Hoping all is well with you and yours.6

Each month we have Reporters go undelivered,

because YOU don’t let us know when

your mailing address changes!



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High Priest & Prophet’s notesby Rev. Noble Dorè Patlian, [email protected]

I want to express my appreciation to the nobility for electing me your High Priest and Prophet for 2015.

Being elevated to the Divan is the fulfillment of a dream and I do thank you all. Membership is a major focus of my role this year but I cannot do it without your active assistance. Each noble must become the de facto membership chairman in his neighborhood or community. You are the eyes and ears of Sahib in the greater Sarasota/Manatee area and Sahib will be depending on you to ask your friends and acquaintances who are good men and true to become Shrine Masons. Make sure you have petitions with you in the car and in your home so that you can offer one to a friend or neighbor whom you feel would be a credit to the Craft, to Shrinedom and to Sahib in particular. That which is not growing is dying. Sahib is not dying, we ended net even in membership for 2014 but we are not growing. The Greatest Generation, to which so many of our family proudly belong, (those who grew

up in the depression and fought WW II) one by one are being called Home to gather around the Trestle Board of the Great Architect in the Celestial Lodge. These nobles and Brethren made Shriners International the great fraternal and philanthropic organization that is known around the world and has become the “public face of Freemasonry.” We owe them a tremendous debt of gratitude. We continue to need their counsel and talents. Their work must continue for the children and for the perpetuation of the Craft in all its branches. Now the Boomers and the generations behind us must take up the baton and run the race. We can do it. I see in my mind a significant net gain for Sahib in 2015 and since everything that exists began in a mind, the Architect’s, or ours, it will happen with your help. See me or email me for petitions and let us get started! Are you on board? 6



December 2014

Noble Location Club/Unit Amount

Gene Kraus Shrode Jewelers VSC 62.00Leroy Leroy Hocking Hungry-Desoto Mall 41.72 Hungry-59th & Cortez 21.17 KFC-Manatee 13.46 KFC-63 & 15th St. 34.76Bob Dell Dry Clean America 27.48 Cakes and Cups 11.35Dick Schmidt KFC-Parrish 8.62 KFC-Rt 64 & I-75 29.66 Hungry- Ellenton 76.61Chickie Hillbilly Night 28.25Bob Sommerville Sparkle Brite Pools 18.50 Alvaro’s Restaurant 72.50Connie Jacobi Rosati’s Pizza Pub 76.52

If you have a canister placed, and want your collections listed in this monthly report, provide the Sahib office with the information. Sherri will be providing the collection amounts each month for the Reporter. We still have quite a number of these canisters out, and no information on where they are. Please help Sherri get the current information. 6

Clothing

Sales

Oriental Guide’s notesby Dell Hyland, [email protected]

As 2014 comes to a close, we reflect back at the year that has so quickly come and gone. We remember

all the joys and sorrows throughout the year and wonder where the time went. I hope that you had a great year and we now look to 2015. I want to first thank all the nobles for electing me as Oriental Guide as it is a great honor for Lady Sandra and me. It is going to be an honor to serve the nobility at Sahib Temple and the children in our hospitals. We look for many new and exciting things to happen in the upcoming year, as well as ensuring that the old ways always remain. I think that it is going to be a great year here at Sahib and look forward to serving in any way that I can. I also want to thank Noble Frank Albertson for nominating me. As we look to 2015 and the end of a great year by Potentate Rocky Kearney and his Lady Wendy, it will

be a tough act to follow. We want to thank Potentate Rocky and Lady Wendy for a great year and all your guidance. As we transition to Potentate Connie Jacobi and Lady Deanie, we will take the challenges of 2015 head on. We are looking forward to a great year and a major focus on growth and helping the hospitals and the children. I think you will continue to see some pleasant changes as the facelift on the grounds continues. I look forward to getting to know all of you more over the next year and please feel free to ask me anything. If I do not know, I will find out and we can learn together. I hope that I can be an asset here at Sahib and look forward to a great year. Lady Sandra and I want to again thank you for electing me. In addition, we want to thank all those for their time spent to help make Sahib what it is. Let us have a great year!6



Sahib Shrine Trust Fund“The Permanent Building Fund”Million Dollar Recognition Wall Fund

$ _______________ Cash, Check, or Money Order

$500 Cash, Check, or Money Order

$500 Cash, Check, or Money order.

Minimum ten payments over a one year period.

$2,500 Lump Sum Cash, Check, or Money order Other tangible items over a 5 year period.

$5,000 Lump Sum Cash, Check, or Money Order Other tangible items over a 5 year period.



Larger Amounts designated by Board of Trustees with wishes of donor considered.

Signature of Donor: _________________________________

Address: __________________________________________

__________________________________________________

Inscription to read: __________________________________

__________________________________________________Proceeds are for the Benefit of Sahib Shriners, Payments are not Deductible as Charitable Contributions.

We wish to thank the following who have given up to this point and those who qualifying will be engraved on the “Tree” in the appropriate manner.

Sahib Shrine Trust Fund Donor Recognition

Living Tree of Our Future

Florence Bollman...................................................$5,000

Eileen Jensen - In memory of James Jensen...........$500

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Sahib Shrine Building Fund Plate Descriptions $ 100 – A Brass Plate $10,000 – A Purple Plate $ 500 – A Silver Plate $20,000 – A Gold Plate $1,000 – A Red Plate $30,000 – An Orange Plate $2,500 – A Blue Plate $40,000 – A Black Plate $5,000 – A Green Plate $50,000 – A White Plate

Wouldn’t you like to see your name in one of these plates in the lobby of Sahib Shrine?

Donate today, to the BUILDING FUND and help our temple grow into the future.

Contributions to the Sahib Shriners Building FundSince last Reporter

Anyone that has contributed to the building fund, check the board in the foyer, if plaque is incorrect see the Recorder in the Sahib office.

BUILDING FUND DONATION FORMYes, I (We) want to have my (our) name (names) on the Brass Plate on the Building Fund Board in the lobby of Sahib Shrine, showing the desire to have a part in the great work of the temple. Please check the proper box:Here is my check in the amount of $ ________ to start the ball rolling, and I will give more as I am able on as nearly a regular basis as I can.Here is my check in the amount of $ ________.Please have the Brass Plate letters as follows:

(Please Print)Samples for lettering: 1. John F. Doe 2. John F. Doe and Lady Mary 3. Mary F. Doe in memory of JohnDate: __________ Signature: __________________________Address: __________________________________________City: _________________________ State: ___ Zip: _________Send and make checks payable to: Sahib Shriners (Building Fund),600 N. Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34232

The Sahib Shrine Building Fund is for the improvement, replacement and expansion of equipment, furnishings and

upkeep of the building and grounds.

How can you help?

We need funds for the aboveDo you know?

We can’t do any of these improvements until we have money!Do we need these improvements?

Look at our Shrine building. The answer is YES!

Please send your contribution to the Sahib Shrine Building Fund NOW!

Those of you who have contributed, we thank you and hope you will continue to do your part for this worthy cause.

—From TBA, Building Fund Chairman

Sahib Shriners Building Fund

Christian & Nancy Hansen $50.00Ken & Betty Terryberry $100.00Hans & Trudy Wessels $20.00

Edward & Edith Phillips $50.00Darrow Stenheimer $50.00

L.H. Behmer $50.00

Carl & Carolyn Fillmore $100.00Richard & Colleen Clubine $50.00

James & Helen Oakley $100.00



VENICESHRINE CLUB

ALL MASONS AND NOBLES WELCOME!

Meets 3rd Tuesday, 11:00 a.m.at the Left Coast Seafood Co.

US Hwy 41 BypassIntersection of Albee Farm Road & US-41 N

Contact: Jim Fahey President 223-6533

A portion of my commission will be donated in your name to Shriners Hospitals for Children.



Kentucky ColonelsUnder the Jurisdiction of Sahib Temple

SARASOTA, FLORIDA

We meet 4th Tuesday September - May at Tara Golf & Country Club. Ladies are always included. Col. Robert L. (Bob) Rodd, President

Phone: 776-0937 Email: [email protected]

Sahib MarinersDo You Enjoy Boating?Join us 2nd Wednesday – 6:00 p.m. Dinner 7:00 p.m. Meeting

AT SAHIB SHRINEDon Vos, PP Email: [email protected] Phone: 371-5757

Model “T’s” and Classic Cars

of Sahib Shriners Meetings Are Held 2nd MONDAY of the Month 7:00 P.M. “AT SAHIB SHRINE”

For Model Ts contact: Fred Ellis (941) 484-0089For Classic Cars contact: Ron Shrum (941) 961-0871

WE RIDE SO THAT CHILDREN CAN WALK

THE LEGION OF HONOR1st WEDNESDAY – 1900 HRS. – CRA

Legionettes meet same time in Sahara Room

Malcolm H. VanDyke II, Commander (941) 356-4614


Contributions to the 100 Million Dollar ClubSince last Reporter

It’s simple... Just indicate your desire to leave $100 (or more) in your will to this wonderful cause, or give $100 (or more) dollars now. I have previously made a will leaving a bequest to the

Shriners Hospitals for Children. I have added a provision in my will leaving a bequest to the

hospitals. I prefer to make a cash contribution at this time of at least

$100, which is tax deductible.

Please return application to:

Recorder’s Office Sahib Shriners600 N. Beneva RoadSarasota, FL 34232

Make your check payable to:SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDREN

I am a member of ___________________________ Shriners.

Signed __________________________________________

Address _________________________________________

City _________________ State ______ ZIP __________

Please have the certificate read:

_________________________________________________(Please print full name)

For More Information Call: (941) 366-4449

APPLICATION FOR MEMBERSHIP

100 MILLION DOLLAR CLUBfor the benefit of

Shriners Hospitals for Children

We Welcome Veterans!



BLACK CAMELOur beloved Brethren live on in a new and

more glorious life and service. We carry their influence in our lives and their memories in our

hearts. They are not forgotten.

Howard Shoup

James Jensen

Richard Menzak

SAHIB SHRINERS SPEAKER BUREAU NEEDS YOU TO HELP US TELL THE STORY

1. Schedule your clubs and organizations so we may educate more of the public about the Shriners Hospitals for Children.

2. Schedule your Masonic groups so we may speak about the Shrine, its hospitals and the importance of keeping our Masonic families united and growing.

Contact Chairman: Harold Eady

Phone: 351-7860 ü Email: [email protected]

SPEAKER BUREAU MEMBERS

Hugh Quigley; Edmund Campbell, Jr.; James Trefrey, Jr.; Bob Somerville; Anthony Vignocchi

In MemoriamRECORDER’S REPORT

by Ed Firquin – Recorder

DECEMBER 2014

Membership Status: Membership Reported to Imperial – November 2014 1,232Gains: Affiliated 1 Restored 1 Associates 2 Creations 0 Reversal 0

4 Losses: Demits 3 Expired 3 AMD 1 Suspended 31 Resigned 0

-38 1,198



SAHIB SHRINERS THURSDAY LUNCHEONSEvery Thursday at Sahib Shrine • 11:00 a.m. Camel’s Milk • 12 Noon Lunch

Interesting Speakers Weekly

First Ceremonial Master ...Del RawlinsonInvocations .......................Chief Chaplain Rev. Dorè PatlianOrgan Music .....................Gus Spurr

FebruaryMaster of Ceremony

2301 Ringling Blvd.Sarasota, FL 34237

Agents for Sahib Shriners and Araba Shriners

Phone: 941-366-7070 Fax: 941-953-4901

Contact Program Chairman: Harold Eady <[email protected]> with questions or program suggestions.(Programs are subject to speaker changes.)

February 5 TBA

February 12 Stated Meeting (no Speaker)

February 19 Canada Day Celebration

February 26 TBA

3% Discount to All ShrinersPlus a No Interest Finance Plan for your Roofing Needs

At Sahib Shrine same day and time as our

Sunday Pancake Breakfasts.

January March May September November

Villa Grande at Sarasota4 Maggie Lane (Corner of Fruitville & Beneva)Sarasota, FL 34232(941) 366-2200 Office

“Live Life... at Villa Grande at Sarasota

A new concept in senior living.”

www.VillaGrandeatSarasota.com

Bill BalkwillAssistant Rabban



Englewood Shrine ClubThe Friendly Club

Meets First Tuesday of each Monthat Englewood Elk’s Lodge

All Shriners Welcome

President: Danny Holloway Phone: 859-699-1652Email: [email protected]

Sahib Shriners Pancake BreakfastBy the Famous King Pins

FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Pancakes, Eggs, Sausage, Juice & Coffee$6.00 per Person – Ages 7 & Over

$2.00 per Person – Ages 3-7Children Under Age 3 FREE

Please Come – Bring Your Friends & NeighborsWe Always Use Our Best Dishes & Silverware

Proceeds are for the Benefit of Sahib King Pin Activities, Payments are not Deductible as Charitable Contributions.

Come and

Get It!

Monthly Meeting2nd Thursday

10:00 a.m.

Contact:Ron Enger, President

918-8713

Sahib Shrine - Every Tuesday10:45 a.m. – 3:15 p.m.

Early Bird Game – 10:45 a.m.Friendly Atmosphere

Jackpot – All Paper BingoElectronic Verifiers

Door Prizes - Annual Reward ProgramInstant Bingo (Pull Tabs) 25¢ 50¢ & $1.00

Free Coffee!Sandwiches & Snacks for Sale

Pay Double with Bingo in 5 Numbers or LessComplimentary 9-On for Your Birthday

(Registration or Photo ID Required)Get a Free 6-On When You Bring a New Player

Come Play Bingo with the Shriners Every Tuesday at 10:45 a.m. andSee For Yourself “The Most Unique Bingo in All of Florida”

(Proceeds for the Benefit of Sahib Shrine)



Ô . . .continued from page 4Chaplain’s corner

at heart the romance is just sweet and November is a banner month at Sarasota Memorial Maternity!

May we remember that love is our most noble and magnificent emotion. It takes us out of ourselves and raises our consciousness to higher things. We give just for the joy of giving. We love without keeping books and expecting return. We become our higher selves, the people we were born to become.

May the Great Architect bless you and keep you warm, happy and safe all the days of your life!

Do not miss the Lobsterfest on Valentine’s Day, February 14. If you like love, or love lobster, you do not want to miss this! Get your reservations at the box office now. 6

Ô . . .continued from page 13Motor Corps

The Motor Corps is currently selling raffle tickets on its booze wagon. Winning ticket gets the recipient a Harley Davidson wagon full of top-shelf liquor. Tickets are for sale at selected Shrine events. Drawing is Sunday, March 2 at the Pancake Breakfast.

Now, as to how you can show your love for your sweetie. How about taking her to the Motor Corps Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday, February 15 from 3:30-6:30 p.m. Tickets are $10 in advance or $11 at the door. We are expecting a big turnout, but are prepared to serve everyone. This is an all you can eat spaghetti and meatballs, our famous Italian salad, dinner rolls and wine. Wally Lacey (Red Dog) will once again be directing this year’s performance so do not miss this event. How many of you were planning to take your lady out for dinner with wine on that day anyhow?

Sahib Marshal Ron Enger has indicated he is looking forward to the Motor Corps participating in as many parades this year

as possible. Historically, the first parade of the year is the annual Arcadia Rodeo Parade. The date for this year’s parade is Saturday, March 14. If Sahib Shrine participates, we expect to have a good representation from the Motor Corps, even if the ride over and back is longer than the parade!

This article would not be complete without recognizing our members who have birthdays and anniversaries in February. We have seven members and ladies with birthdays this month: Lady Beverly Brown and Gary Fields (JP) on the 2nd, Al Dahlberg (Big Al) on the 4th, Lady Nicole Crimi on the 11th, Lady Rita Bell (Sweet Pea) and Giles Light (G-man) on the 16th and Steve Helin (Varmint) on the 25th. We have three anniversaries this month: Al Dahlberg (Big Al) and Lady Jan on the 2nd, Ken Shipley (Doc) and Lady Beatty on the 24th, Norm Cyphers (Stormin Norm) and Lady Amanda on the 26th. 6

Ô . . .continued from page 18Clown Corner

arriving with his helicopter. Then there is real excitement as Santa gives high-fives and prepares to give out presents to each of the children. The program is held at the airport fire station and sponsored by the Manatee Sheriff Association. It should be noted, that before 9/11 all of the participants actually took an airplane ride thinking that they were going to the North Pole. On December 21, the clowns closed their year in high fashion at their Christmas Party held at Heritage Oaks Country Club. During happy hour, the clowns and their guests were provided the opportunity to talk about happenings in 2014 and to view a display of the clowns’ past year books, previous pictures, old Ringling programs (one had a picture of a guest) and awards. The display was planned and set up by Butch “Sparky” Power. Speaking of guest, we had Gary Schweinshaupt Editor Emeritus and Lady Bobbi, Ringling Clowns, Karen Bell, Robin Eurich, Jackie Le Claire and Chuck Sidlow. Each of the clowns have a history

of clowning accomplishments that could fill a book. It should be noted that Karen and Robin work with our clowns as we prepare for the Shrine Circus. Each year we are entertained by our very own Faino Blevins and what a great job he did. He kept us clapping, singing and laughing with his country guitar and jokes. Do not ask Fanio what happened to his red nose! We could not close this party section without showing our appreciation to our clowns’ widows that mean so much to our unit and their attendance. Attending this year were Bessie Mitchell, Eileen Mackenzie, Hobbie Trefrey, Barbara Raesly, Jean Courtney, Peggy Cloutier and Terry Strickland. As we close 2014, we give thanks to our Boss Clown Ian Grant for a job well done. We look forward to our newly elected Boss Clown Rick Taylor for new and bigger things for 2015. He will give us leadership for our first scheduled project, which will be the Paper Drive. Until we meet again, remember the children. 6

Clown “Fanio” Blivens entertains at the Clowns’ Christmas Party.



Support Your Masonic Organizations

Wauchula No. 17 2nd & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m. Corner Hwy 17 & Main St. WauchulaManatee No. 31 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m. 402 15th St. E. BradentonPeace River No. 66 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. 909 North Oak ArcadiaBraidentown No. 99 1st & 3rd Tuesdays 7:30 p.m. 520 30th Ave. W. BradentonPalmetto No. 110 2nd Tuesday, 7:30 p.m. 402 15th St. E. BradentonBowling Green No. 121 2nd & 4th Thursdays, 7:30 p.m. Chester Ave. & Main St. Bowling GreenSarasota No. 147 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. 2160 Main St. SarasotaVenice No. 301 1st & 3rd Monday, 7:30 p.m. 118 E. Venice Ave. VenicePhoenix No. 346 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. 240 S. Tuttle Ave. SarasotaEnglewood No. 360 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. 265 Pine St. EnglewoodNorth Port No. 406 2nd & 4th Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. 5900 S. Biscayne Blvd. North Port

Sarasota SR Club 1st Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. 240 S. Tuttle Ave. Sarasota (On even numbered months – Dark in December) 2nd Friday, 11:45 a.m. Sahib Shriners for lunch Sarasota

(Every month, except dark in July, and observe the Ceremony of Remembrance in March on a date TBA each year.) Valley of Tampa 2nd Monday, 7:30 p.m., 5500 Memorial Hightway Tampa (Optional Dinner at 5:45 p.m.)

Visit a High Twelve Club (more detail at http://www.trowel.com/flamason/hi12.htm)Cortez Every Monday, 10:45 a.m. 6010 14th St. W. Bradenton (November through April) Duff’s Restaurant

Visit a Blue Lodge Near You

Visit Scottish Rite (more detail at http://trowel.com/flamason/scottishrite/index.html)



New Procedure for Divan’s Birthday WishNobles your birthday will now be listed in the Reporter. The Divan will provide you a birthday well drink or beer in the lounge any time during your birth month or within 10 days from the end of your birth month. Present your ID and receive your birthday card wish from your Divan. After you have read your card please return it while in the lounge for our records of redeemed wishes.

February

Marshall, Tim

Cipkala, JohnHumphreys, BillyFields, WM

Wheatcroft, DavidNewman, Edgar

Wolff, RichardFahrbach, ForestWtkins, ClarenceDahlberg, AlbertAsbury, Bruce

Neary, JonBerman, JayNardone, OlindoToale, Jeff

Marvin, WilliamKeslar, DennisEggers, Lloyd

Watson, JamesLevene, RonaldGarraus, JesusWatson, John

Larsen, RobertOrtt, Louis

Whiting, WrayLounsbury, EarlPebler, John

Suhr, FrederickHill, EdwardKing, JamesPapazian, PeterAsh, Myron

Robinson, KennethThompson, KennethFriedman, Morton

Salva, JorgeShoup, HowardArdrey, Fred

Wenninger, RaymondCrawford, BruceLongoria, ValentinMcCarty, LowellFerency, HaroldGoranites, DoucasDussan, Fernando

Bose, WilliamVlevins, WilliamLewis, RobertGiannini, FrancescoChurch, AlbertKrueger, CharlesFischer, WilliamHassler, WilliamLight, Giles

McDonough, Donald

Vos, DonaldBarthalow, GeorgeFarren, MaynardMueller, HerbertGrolemund, Roberto

Leone, PhilipClayberg, JamesNelson, WilliamSoto, Frederick

Nixon, VanburenDunlap, JamesMartini, CharlesKelley, ThomasJoly, David

Grubbs, RonaldLevitt, RobertClayton, CarlMcLelland, LeonardFleming, JamesPeters, Lester

Welch, JamesGustafson, Gary

Drymon, ArmisticeBlythe, RichardTucker, LeslieMcLeod, Donald

Bell, Harold

Helin, StevinSeberg, Lance

Petersen, Philip

Warman, Kent

Clements, Donald



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Queen Katherine A. Rodd, Shriners Hospital patient Cameron and Alicia Argiz-Lyons, the Development Director for the Shriners Hospitals for Children - Tampa.

Ill. Sir Rocky Kearney’s last speech as Potentate at the December 18, 2014 Sahib Luncheon.



Sar-I Court No. 79 - LOSNAby Liz Fox, High Priestess, [email protected]

Nyla Temple No. 152by Katherine A. Rodd, Queen, [email protected]

Ladies and nobles, I want to share with you all two very special occasions, which I had the privilege

of being involved. My first experience happened on December 17 when I had the honor of giving the obligation to a candidate who was in a rehabilitation facility. Judy Olson was to be brought into our Order at our November Ceremonial. She was unable to be initiated as she was admitted into the hospital. You can imagine her disappointment at not being able to be at the Ceremonial in which she would become a Daughter of the Nile. It was voted at our Supreme Session that in special circumstances that the Obligation to enter our Order may be given to the elected candidate. After Judy took the obligation, she commented to us that she had received the most beautiful Christmas gift. When I asked what it was, she stated, “I became a Daughter of the Nile today.” As you can imagine, there was not a dry eye in the room.

My second privilege was to deliver five large storage bags and one large box of toys to the Shriners Hospitals for Children - Tampa on December 23. There were so many children being processed through the outpatient area this day. A presentation was made to the Development Director of the Hospital, Alycia Argiz-

Lyons, with a very special patient at my side. Cameron was so happy to be with a lady who had so many toys with her and was wearing a fairy princess crown. After several photos, Cameron chose his special toy (a blue truck) that he would be able to take home. His smile just brought happy tears to all of us. His mom could not thank us enough for the help we have given by our donations from the Daughters of the Nile.

Through our help and that of so many Shriners, it has made it possible for Cameron to receive the much-needed treatment to enable him to walk. My year as Queen is coming to a close, I have so many beautiful memories of my year in office but I will remember these two forever.

Ladies and nobles, Daughters of the Nile is a Masonic related organization for women. We are dedicated to the children of the Shriners Hospitals and to supporting our nobles. Not a Daughter of the Nile yet? How about taking the step toward our organization. I include the nobles as they can encourage their ladies to join us. I have a petition in my handbag so give me the opportunity to complete it with your lady’s name. Let us work together for the children. 6

Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America started the New Year welcoming two new members to the class

of Graceful Swans. We are proud to have these ladies join in our goal of supporting the Shriners Hospitals for Children and our Sahib Shrine organization. Our ladies enjoy working in many ways to meet this goal through L.O.S. and the other groups that share our objectives.

Our annual Fashion Show will be on Valentine’s

Day, Saturday. February 14. Kay Neary has done a wonderful job of organizing the event. It will be held at Tara Country Club where a delicious luncheon will be followed by the showing of fashions from Damon’s and Draper’s Department Store.

I love this quote from Ophra Winfrey, “I define joy as a sustained sense of well-being and internal peace – a connection to what matters.” 6

A weekly email Webletter is sent to all subscribers of the Sahib Shriner’s Email List, it contains reminders and updates to content here in the Reporter and in

the area Shrine and Masonic calendars, to subscribe or to update your email address, send email to: [email protected]



Scottish Riteby Casey A. Fletcher, KCCH, [email protected]

Albert Pike’s lecture for the Fourth Degree, Secret Master, is a good follow-up to the theme of the Fellow

Craft Lecture. It discusses our duty to continuously learn and educate ourselves. In the Fifth Degree, Perfect Master, Pike advises us “to sleep little and to study much, to hear and to think much.” In addition, in the Fifteenth Degree, Pike tells us “knowledge is the most permanent wealth. Let thy books be thy best friends.” Ah, books and reading - in and around our commitments to our necessary vocations, families, spiritual and civic lives, not to mention numerous Masonic functions, we probably need to read more; to read the great books, to “take counsel with wise men,” as Pike counseled. What constitutes a great book? The late Professor J. Rufus Fears suggests great books challenge us to make value judgments. They have three characteristics: (1) they are concerned with themes and issues of enduring importance. (2) They are written in a noble language, a style that elevates the soul and simulates the mind. (3) They are universal, addressing the values and ideas of one age and transmitting a legacy to future generations. Great books endeavor, by conscious choice or omission, to provide guidance for one of four basic

concerns in life. First, what is the nature of the Divine and our relationship with Him? Secondly, why do things happen? Are we “victims of fate?” Is life predetermined or do we have the ability and free will to affect events? Thirdly, a great book will address questions of good and evil, right and wrong, morality and relativism, virtue and vice. Finally, we learn from great books how to live, individually and as members of society. Great books teach us about duty, virtue, good conduct, morality and responsibility. A book that helps address one of these enduring questions, in a noble language, will speak timelessly across multiple generations. Such books we call “great.” They are worthy of our attention. The themes of many great books have found their way into the ritual of the Blue Lodge and Scottish Rite. The great books of Plato, Aristotle, Cicero, Dante, Burke, Kant, Milton, Tennyson, Plotinus, Plutarch and Homer appear in those theatrical productions we call degrees. Notably, perhaps the greatest book, the Volume of Sacred Law, provides the founding legend of our fraternity. We can learn a lot from our degree work, but we all could read more. Great books? Our best friends can teach us a lot.

Masonic Digest

The month of December was a very busy one. The Florida Masonic State Association held their 52nd

Annual Convention. We inducted two new members Bill Dunning and Jim Fleming into our club. Learned from Brother Phil Billard a lot about collecting coins and paper money from around the world. Held our monthly auction and more. We also elected and installed our 2015 club officers. There is much coming up in January of 2015 but as I am writing this on December 29 of 2014, I cannot tell you all what took place but I can just about guarantee you would have enjoyed what took place. If you are already a member bring another Master Mason and his lady, if he has one, and let them see the enjoyment and fellowship that takes place. If you are not a High Twelve yet and would like to be part of Cortez Masonic High Twelve Club No. 538, please come. If you are a Master Mason, that makes you eligible to be a member of High Twelve. Also, please know that your lady is always invited to come with you. In addition, if a widow of a former Hi-12 member would like to attend she is most welcome. Also, you may bring your friends and relatives to visit with us, whether a Mason or not and maybe that will help prompt them to

join our great fraternity. Come, meet our members and see whom you already know as well as see new friends that you will be making. Several of our members come down for the winter from Canada. We meet most Mondays from November through April at Duff’s Original Buffet. Located at 6010 14th Street (Route 41) at the corner of Route 41 and 60th Avenue West in Bradenton, Florida. Arrival time is between 10:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. to socialize. Then we eat at 11:00 a.m., while continuing to socialize and then start the rest of the day’s program around 11:45 noon. We usually finish between 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. depending on what we are doing for the day. As we mainly are a social organization, there is no ritual to learn but we definitely have a purpose, in fact several. We support the three Masonic youth groups (DeMolay for boys, Rainbow Girls and Job’s Daughters for girls). We also support the Florida Masonic Home in St. Petersburg, Florida. Our main philanthropy is the Wolcott Foundation that supports graduate students who attend the George Washington University in Washington, D.C. and go into government service. Come and learn more about this great program. 6

Cortez High Twelve Clubby Rob Rodd, Past State President, [email protected]




Have a Fun Day at Tampa Bay Downs

On Wednesday, March 25, a “fun” day for Sahib Shriners, ladies and friends

at Tampa Bay Downs is planned. Buses will depart from Sahib at 10:00 a.m. for this event at the racetrack. The cost is $53.00 per person, which is inclusive of the following: transportation to Tampa Bay Downs, admission to the track, racing program, private betting window, enclosed private dining room overlooking the finish line and a fabulous “all you can eat grand buffet.

“The Brian Brenner Show”

On Friday, February 27 at 7:00 p.m., Brian Brenner will be returning to

Sahib Shrine with his “Ultimate Variety Show.” Brian, a native of Ohio, is touring Florida this winter and is receiving rave reviews across the state. This is a must-see show that is always evolving, so be sure to come and find out what is new. In case you missed his appearance last year, this is a wonderful opportunity to see a fantastic, one-of-a-kind show. Brian’s 2015 presentation features a great variety of music. Hits of the 50’s and 60’s, Classic Country, Las Vegas Legends and a unique Salute to Elvis. In addition to your favorite music, this fast-paced show has plenty to keep you entertained including comedy and audience participation. Plan on spending a fun and unforgettable evening with Brian Brenner. Tickets are $15 per person. This is one show you will be talking about for weeks. Bring your friends and family, arrive early for dinner and enjoy a great night out! 6

The Scottish Rite’s Degrees will next be conferred on April 11 and 18. Petitions are available at http://tampascottishrite.org. The Valley of Tampa regularly meets at its Center in Tampa on the 2nd Monday of each month at 7:30 p.m., preceded by a 5:45 p.m. dinner. On February 12, your writer will present an educational program at the Consistory Meeting. Casey Fletcher is Past Master of Tuscan Lodge No. 6 in Bartow, Florida. He makes new friends on each trip to the book store.6

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beashrinernow.com continues to attract quality candidates. To date, more than 1,200 men have inquired about Freemasonry or becoming a Shriner. While the numbers of those interested are impressive, we really need more mentors to ensure candidates receive the attention they need and deserve. Consider joining the more than 1,150 Shriners who are already virtual mentors.

As a virtual mentor, you will be paired with a candidate in your area who has similar interests. Communicating by phone, email or in person, you will have the opportunity to share your knowledge and enthusiasm about Masonry and about being a Shriner. You will answer questions or concerns, help find the Lodge best suited to the candidate’s interests, and help him with his journey to become a Shriner. You will also have the opportunity to make a new friend.

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Join the group this year and enjoy the day at the races. Contact Sahib Box Office at (941)366-4449 ext. 320 (Marylou Ellis) no later than March 6, the reservation cutoff date. Leave a message; you will be contacted by the box office for verification for your reservation. Please make your reservation for this event as soon as possible so we may plan transportation and advise Tampa Bay Downs of number attending the day at the races in the private reserved area. 6



SAHIB AIDES UNIT

DEDICATED TO MAKING SAHIBTHE BEST IN ALL OF SHRINEDOM

GULF SHRINE CLUB

MEETS 2ND TUESDAY 11:00 A.M.at American Legion Post 24

2000 75th St. W., Bradenton, Florida(except during June, July and August)

LADIES NIGHT DINNER3rd Wednesday at IMG & Academy Golf Club

For Information Call: John Gardner (941) 479-4483

Join the Prestige UnitCompliments of the

GREETERS

of Sahib ShrinersPhone – 366-4449

JOIN THE FUN UNIT!

Sahib

7:00 p.m. Wed. Nitesat Sahib Shrine

CONTACT:

Floyd LaDue, President(941) 725-0555

Compliments of

NORTH PORTSHRINE CLUBMeets every Tuesday morning at

The Olde World RestaurantBreakfast served at 8:00 a.m.

All Nobles and Masons Cordially Invited

Contact Lowell Mccarty, President – 625-2015

The Sahib Shriners Pipes and Drums

2:00 p.m.Every Thursday

Sahib ShrineCall John “Jack” McCall

941-460-8604

Sahib Shriners Mission Statement

To encourage and promote fun and fellowship for our Units and Clubs and provide the essential leadership that will guide them to accomplish the same.

Our prime focus at all times will be our philanthropic mission to support Shriners Hospitals for Children, a world-class network of specialty hospitals.

Sahib Motor Corps Shrine ClubShriners International

President Phone: (941) 408-9811 Scott Steelman Email: [email protected]

Meets the 3rd Wednesday of each monthat Sahib Shrine - 7:00 p.m.

Meets the 3rd Wednesday of each monthat Sahib Shrine - 7:00 p.m.

NATIONAL SOJOURNERS INC.SARASOTA CHAPTER 533

Monthly, contact Secretary for monthly schedule.President: Howard House

Phone: (941) 924-3823Email: None

Secretary: Chuck BarrettPhone: (941) 922-5514


Masonic Military Officers and Senior NCOs





Sahib ShrinersLadies Night

Birthday & Anniversary

Winners

January Anniversary WinnersChief Aide Jim and Lady Joann Smith

Dinner Dance

January Birthday WinnerLady Joann Mueller

Be a part of the team! Workers wanted each Tuesday. No experience necessary—just a sincere desire to help keep our Bingo program successful. We can always use more workers to allow flexible scheduling/split shifts, and for standby workers especially during the summer months. Units or clubs are encouraged to provide volunteer workers one week out of each month.

Contact the following ahead of time for details: Charlie Titus, (941) 896-8426, [email protected]

Bingo Office at 366-4449 Ext. 214 for:Substitute Bingo callerBingo sheet (card) sellersInk Dauber salesFloor workersPull tab sales

Help Wanted

Kitchen help in sandwich/coffee preparation(Two people 8-9 a.m. and one person 8-1:30 p.m.)

Serving of sandwiches/snacks/cashier(Three people 8-1:30 p.m.)(Either singles or couples are welcome)

Photos courtesy of Noble Bud Glidden



Donor Relationsby Robert L. (Bob) Rodd, Chairman, [email protected]

I want you all to know what an honor it is to be the Donor Relations Chairman of Sahib Temple having

a hand in raising funds for the Shriners Hospitals for Children - Tampa. As for the Shriners Hospitals for Children, I personally feel we, as Shriners, family members of Shriners, Master Masons, their families and friends as well as the businesses and merchants we do business with should be offered the opportunity to help our children. When I say our, I mean that all Shriner children are “our” children so we take care of the needs they have. Remember that regardless of the patients’ or their families’ ability to pay, Shriners Hospitals for Children will treat a child if it is something we do, such as orthopedic, burns, spinal, cleft palate, etc. Since I took over the Sahib Plaque Program, about three years ago, 56 Plaques have been issued and over

that time between $9,000 and $10,000 has been raised. Some of those plaques were started by businesses and some by our nobles, their ladies, Masonic organizations, etc. Some were in memory of a loved one or someone they wanted to honor with a Plaque knowing the funds received would be helping our Shriner children. Remember donations are fully tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. Get a Plaque started today by completing the form below, attach check and mail. Make checks payable to Shriners Hospitals for Children -Tampa and give it to me or drop it off at the Sahib Office. You can also send it to Sahib Temple, c/o Noble Robert L. (Bob) Rodd, Donor Relations Chairman, 600 N. Beneva Road, Sarasota, FL 34232 or mail it directly to me at my home address at 12527 25th Court East, Parrish, FL 34219. If you have questions, contact me by phone (941)776-0937 or email address above. 6

Plaque Program Donation Form

Name: _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Address: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

City/Town: ____________________________________ State: ____________________ Zip Code: __________________

Telephone: ___________________________ Email: __________________________________________________________

How you want name or names engraved?

______________________________________________________________________________________________________

Do you want it in honor or memory of someone?

If applicable, please check: In Honor of ____________________________ or In Memory of ________________________



Potentate Connie Jacobi and Lady Deanie


February 2015 SAHIB REPORTER Page 51 SAHIB SHRINE

LADIES CALENDARShriners Hospitals for ChildrenCollection Boxes

What are they?

A plastic cube with a slot in the top.

What are the boxes for?

To help collect donations, money for our Shriners Hospitals for Children to help relieve the pressure from the Hospital Days Fund Drive.

Where are the boxes to be?

In any store or business, preferably near a cash register. Within eyesight of customers making it easy for them to put their change in the box.

When are the boxes to be used?

All year round, so our friends can donate small amounts of cash at any time.

As most of you know, many businesses have some kind of collection boxes on their counters, so why not one of ours?

Call the Sahib Office at 366-4449if you can arrange a placement.

1 11:30am Jewels of Service 11:30am LOS Tigress Class-SL 3 11:00am Pirate Class - SL 4 7:00pm LOS-Greeters 7:00pm Legionettes-SL 6 10:00am LOS-Songbirds 8 8:00am Pancake Breakfast 10 1:00pm NYLA Template at Manatee Lodge No. 31 6:00pm Birthday/Anniversary Dinner Dance11 LOS-Swingers 12 11:00am Greeter-Ettes-SL13 11:15am Sar-I Court MH 16 12:01pm Diamonds in the Sky 7:30pm Clown Dolls-SL17 10:30am LOS-Merrie Makers-SL18 11:00am LOS-Orphan Annies-SL20 10:00am Oriental Dancers24 LOS-Precious Pandas

FEBRUARY

1 8:00am Pancake Breakfast2 11:30am Jewels of Service 11:30am LOS Tigress Class3 11:00am Pirate Class4 7:00pm LOS Greeters 7:00pm Legionettes 6 10:00am LOS Songbirds10 1:00pm NYLA Temple at Manatee Lodge #31 6:00pm Birthday/Anniversary Dinner Dance11 LOS - Swingers12 11:00am Greeter-Ettes13 11:15am Sar-I Court MH16 12:01pm Diamonds in the Sky 7:30pm Clown Dolls17 10:30am LOS Merrie Makers - SL18 11:00am LOS Orphan Annies - SL20 10:00am Oriental Dancers24 LOS – Precious Pandas

MARCH

The Ladies of Sar-I Court started in 1992 collecting and donating aluminum

pull-tabs to the “Wheel Chair Repair Fund.” As of August 31, 2014, they have collected 101,525 lbs., for a total of $53,232.02 for the Shriners

Hospital for Children in Tampa.

Call: Laura Burgess (941) 758-9196 or Marylou Ellis (941) 484-0089 or Chickie Johnson (941) 966-2678 or Connie Lawson (941) 758-8274 or

Help us collect TABS! It’s easy and it’s fun!Put out a milk jug at every picnic or party!

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PULL TABS

1. Why not collect the whole can? Collecting complete cans would require a great deal more storage space. You should go ahead and recycle the rest of the can in the normal way, in the dumpster behind Sahib.

2. How many tabs in a pound? 1,267.3. How many tabs will a gallon milk jug hold? About 5 pounds

worth.4. How does it work and where does the money go? The tabs are

delivered to the Sahib office (or almost any Sahib club/unit loca-tion) and then taken to the recycling center. The money netted from recycling goes directly into the “Wheel Chair Repair Fund” at the Tampa Shriners Hospital for Children.



SAHIB SHRINE Officers and Appointees

GENERAL APPOINTMENTSAudio-Visual Unit Chair .............................................................TBA Audio-Visual Unit Members .......................................................TBABlood Bank Co-Chairmen ................................. Fred & Marylou EllisBuilding Maintenance Co-Chairman ....... Ken Pederson, Ed Wallace Building Maintenance Committee .......................... Del RawlinsonChurch Service Chairman .................................... Lou Ortt, 33°, PPDirector of Clubs ...................................................................... TBADirector of Security ...................................................... Sam UptonFinance Committee (Elected) Chairman ....................Dale LaBell, PP Finance Committee (Elected) .....................................Bill McKown Anthony Vignocchi, Ron LeVeneGolf Chairman ................................................... Tom Cunningham, Golf Committee .........................................................John SholtisLegal Counsel ................................................. William B. PadelfordLibrarian ............................................................ John Mitchell, PPMasonic Relations Chairman ................................ Lou Ortt, PP, 33°Masonic Relations Youth Groups ........................... Lou Ortt, PP, 33°Membership Chairman ............... High Priest & Prophet Bill BalkwillParliamentarian ........................................................................TBAProgram Committee Chairman ..................................... Harold Eady Program Committee Co-Chairman ..........................................TBAProtocol Advisor ..................................................... H. “Bud” StuverProvost Marshal ..............................................................Ron EngerPublic Relations Director .......................................................... TBD Public Relations Committee ........................ Jim Lontz, Jim Smith, Anthony Vignocchi, Jeff YoungReporter Editor................................................................ Ed FirquinSpeakers Bureau ......................................................... Harold EadySunshine Committee Chairman ...................... Divan host for monthTicket Sales .........................................LOSNA - Marylou Ellis, PHPUnit Council Chairman .................................................Fred Phillips Unit Council Vice-Chairman ....................................................TBA Unit Council Secretary ..................................................Ron LeVeneWebmaster ...........................................Gary Schweinshaupt, KCCH

AIDESChief Aide ....................................................................... Jim Smith Assistant Chief Aide ......................................................Dave Joly Assistant Chief Aide ......................................................Don Sims Assistant Chief Aide ..................................................... Jim Smith Personal Aide .................................................................Fred Ellis Personal Aide ..........................................................Ken Pedersen Personal Aide ........................................................... Jack Watson Event Photographer .......................................................Bob Rodd Chief Aide Emeritus ................................................. Joe Pegoraro Executive Aide ............................................................ Tom Hardin Aides ...................................................Bob Bordner, Lacey Cross, Cub Dickerson, Brent Kruse, Ron LeVene,Ron Shrum,

Steve Spencer, Tom Willeman, Fritz Wise, Jim Yeo

DIVANPotentate .................................................... Connie Jacobi Chief Rabban .......................................... Carroll Scribner Assistant Rabban ............................................ Bill Balkwill High Priest & Prophet ..................................... Dorè PatlianOriental Guide .................................................. Dell HylandTreasurer .........................................................Ken ShipleyRecorder ............................................................ Ed Firquin

IMPERIAL REPRESENTATIVESRocky Kearney, Potentate Connie Jacobi, Chief Rabban Carroll Scribner, Asst. Rabban Bill Batten, Recorder EmeritusGlenn Walters, PP, Emeritus W. Bruce Steube, III, PP, Emeritus

PAST POTENTATES1981-82 * Howard Noble 1999 Curtis Toale1983 Glenn “Buck” Walters, ITL 2000 Louis H. Ortt, 33°1984 * Tom Bing 2001 * Kenneth R. Gerrard, Sr.1985 * Theodore S. “Ted” Barton 2002 * Patrick E. Baessler 1986 * Paul N. Jaworowski 2003 Ed Phillips 1987 W. Bruce Steube, III, 33° 2004 * Bob Goldenberg1988 Wallace “Bubba” Tervin 2004 * Philip Mitchell, KCCH1989 Walter Lander, KCCH 2005 Dwain Jones 1990 Lee E. Stewart 2006 Homer Cranmer1991 * William “Bill” Magill 2007 Dale LaBell 1992 * Al “Spuds” McKenzie 2008 John N. Mitchell1993 * Les Taylor 2009 * Oscar Cloutier1994 * Ralph E. Kaye 2010 Don Vos1995 * James Arendall 2011 Tom Millaway1996 * Philip Mitchell, KCCH 2012 Charles Levan, 33°1997 Al “Bear” Robinson 2013 William H. “Bill” Zurlo1998 Ken Terryberry 2014 Gary “Rocky” Kearney * Deceased

APPOINTED DIVAN1st Ceremonial Master ..............................................Del Rawlinson2nd Ceremonial Master ................................................Jules SimonDirector of the Arch ..................................................... David BruceDirector of Ritual ................................................ Barry D. Hart, 33°Marshal ......................................................................... Ron EngerCaptain of the Guard ................................................... Bud GliddenOuter Guard ............................................................... Herb Mueller

SAHIB TRUST FUNDChairman .......................................................................Art Littman Trustees .............................................Ken Pedersen, Jules Simon

OFFICE STAFFAdministrative Assistant .............................................Sherri CliburnFinancial Assistant ..................................................... Barbara Hays Event Coordinator ............................................... Linda GlendinningFood & Beverage Manager ............................................. Ed ShauanExecutive Chef ........................................................ Robert McClain

CHAPLAINSChief Chaplain ........................................Rev. Dorè Jacques Patlian Chaplain ...............................................................Chris Haberern Chaplain ..........................................................Elder Bill Arbuckle Chaplain .............................................................Lou Ortt, PP, 33°

HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTSDonor Relations Chairman ...........................................Robert RoddHospital Benefit Month Chairmen ................................Jules SimonPlaque Program Chairman .......................................Robert L. RoddBusiness Collection Buckets ....................................Dorwin PulfordHospital Chairman ..........................................................Ken Clark Asst. Hospital Chairman .......................................... Dick Schmidt

FUNDRAISING APPOINTMENTS100 Million Dollar Club Chairman ........................................... TBDBingo Chairman .............................................................. Jack IvinsCircus Chairman .....................................................Dale LaBell, PPCounty Fair Chairman ................................................. Fred Phillips County Fair Co-Chairman .................................. Cliff BloodsworthDog Track Chairman ................................................... Fred PhillipsFez & Clothes Sales ........................................................ Aides UnitJewelry Sales Co-Chairman ........................Tom Willeman, Jim Yeo Jewelry Sales Asst. Chairmen .....................Ron Shrum, Jim Duke Picnic Committee (Spring) .......................................................UnitsPicnic Committee (Fall) ............................................... Club CouncilSpaghetti Dinner ........ Motor Corps, 1st & 2nd Ceremonial Masters

AMBASSADORSChief Ambassador ..........................................................Sam Upton Asst. Chief Ambassador ...........Robert “Bob” Pedersen (Lodge 99) Ambassadors-at-Large ...................................John Stafford, 33°, Barry Hart 33° (Lodge 301,) William Merritt (Lodge 147,)

Dave Mills (Lodge 147,) Ray Perez (Lodge 99,) Stan Preston, Dorwin Pulford (Lodge 31,) Omer Quesnel (Lodge 346)

UNIT HEADS

Unit Council .............................................................................TBAAides .............................................................Bill Athas (925-4615)Band ...............................................C. Jarrett Miller, PP (756-1471)Banjo Band ...............................George Van Valkenburg (215-7086)Clowns ........................................................Rick Taylor (918-1175)Directors Staff............................................David Bruce (924-5157)Greeters................................................... Dick Menzak (378-8348)Kentucky Colonels ............... Col. Robert L. (Bob) Rodd (776-0937)King Pins .................................................. Ron Conner (925-5847)Legion of Honor ......................... Malcolm H. VanDyke II (356-4614)Mariners ................................................ Donald Vos,PP (371-5757)Marshal’s Staff ............................................ Ron Enger (918-8713) Model T’s .................................................. Ron LeVene (753-3769)Oriental Band ........................................... Floyd LaDue (725-0555)Past Masters .................................... Dwight Ridgeway (721-7792)Pipes & Drums ..............................John “Jack” McCall (460-8604)Provost Guard ............................................. Ron Enger (918-8713)Rituals ............................................. Barry D. Hart 33° (379-9147)Roadrunners ................................................ Ken Clark (313-9905)Temple Guards ........................................ Mike Swatek (749-1761)

TEMPLE EMERITUS NOBLESDon Albertson ....................................................Program ChairmanBill Athas ...................................................... County Fair ChairmanBill Batten .........................................................................RecorderRay Bell .............................................................. Event CoordinatorCliff Bloodsworth ................................................Hospital ChairmanBen Blount .................................................. Hospital TransportationCharlie Burke .............Membership Chairman, Bloodbank ChairmanEd Firquin ........................................................ Ceremonial DirectorGerald Goacher, 33° ...............................................................RitualArt Littman..................................................................... Trust FundHerb Mueller ...................................................Captain of the GuardJoe Pegoraro ................................................................. Chief AideHarold Schatschneider ................................................. Outer GuardGary Schweinshaupt, KCCH .....................................Reporter EditorW. Bruce Steube, III 33°, PP ...................................................RitualLee Stewart, PP ..................................................................DirectorBud Stuver ...................................................................... Chief AideEd Wallace .................................................................Personal Aide

COMMITTEE / UNIT / CLUB EMERITUS NOBLESMike Ash.................................................................................BandBill Athas .......................................Finance Officer, Legion of HonorJack Bryant (Chief Pilot) ............................................. Flying FezzesJ.D. Copher .................................................. North Port Shrine ClubRaymond Drury, Sr. ........................ Secretary, Manatee Shrine ClubHarry Falck ................................................................Oriental BandEd Gremp ...............................................................................BandDarwin Heinzman ............................................................ King PinsEarl Huntzinger ......................................Gulf Shrine Club TreasurerJim Macdonald ............................................ North Port Shrine ClubOtis Manchester .......................................... North Port Shrine ClubWilliam McKown .........................................................Past MastersJarrett Miller, PP .....................................................................BandGeorge Mitchell, KCCH ......................................................HillbilliesStanley Preston .......................................Chaplain, Gulf Shrine ClubGary Schweinshaupt, KCCH ........................................Desert PatrolP.W. Towsley ................................................ North Port Shrine ClubSam Upton (Flight Director) ........................................ Flying FezzesClint Van Tassell ........................................... North Port Shrine ClubEd Wallace ...............................................................Camel HerdersAlf Weidner .................................................................Desert Patrol

2015 DIVAN ADDRESSES, PHONES AND EMAILPOTENTATEConrad “Connie” Jacobi (Deanie)6333 Stone River Rd.Bradenton, FL 34203-7895(941) [email protected]

CHIEF RABBANCarroll“Scrib”Scribner (Sandy)155 Grand Oak CircleVenice, FL 34292-2434(941) [email protected]

ASST. RABANBill Balkwill (Gail)2151 Riviera Dr.Sarasota, FL 34232-3517(941) [email protected]

HIGH PRIEST PROPHETDore Patlian (Susan)8118 Villa Grande Ct.Sarasota, FL 34243(941) [email protected]

ORIENTAL GUIDEDell Hyland (Sandra)4611 Hollingsworth Ave.Sarasota, FL 34233(504) [email protected]

TREASURERKenneth M. Shipley (Betty)2909 Concord StreetSarasota, FL 34231(941) [email protected]

RECORDEREd Firquin (Wanda)5417 Creeping Hammock Dr.Sarasota, FL 34231(941) [email protected]



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ATTORNEYS AT LAWJack Wm. Windt ...................................... 19

BANKSIberia Bank, Jules Simon, VP ....................19

CPAsTerry L. Armentrout, CPA, PA ................... 23Bobbitt, Pittenger & Company, P.A. .......... 11Cavanaugh & Co. LLP ............................. 20 Albert A. Haab, CPA, EA ........................... 13

COMPUTER REPAIRCTS - Karl Krausse .................................. 19

CONTRACTORS - ELECTRICALElectricity of Sarasota, Inc. ................... 30

CONTRACTORS - GENERALD.R. Coffman Construction Co.. ............... 23

CONTRACTORS - HEATING & A/CJim McDonald Heating & Cooling ............ 30

CONTRACTORS - IRRIGATIONDon Vos Sprinkler Company ................. 20

CONTRACTORS - REMODELINGD.R. Coffman Construction Co.. ............... 23

CONTRACTORS - ROOFINGConway Roofing Co., Sid Conway ......... 34

DENTISTSMichael K. McRoyan, DDS .................... 13

DOCTORSDr. Kimberly Walters, DC Sarasota Chiropractic Centre ............... 21

FINANCIAL SERVICESHart & Hart Financial Svs, Barry Hart ....... 23 Strategies for Life, Stef Loisou ................ 55

FUNERAL HOMESToale Brothers Funeral Homes ............... 31

FURNITURE - SALESSleep King Inc., Bedroom Furniture ........ 19

GOLFPeridia Golf & Country Club ..................... 31

HOME INSPECTIONIndependent Home Insp. Srvs. ................. 19

INSURANCEPurmort & Martin. ................................... 34

JEWELRYDiamond Vault, Ali Chokr.. ........................ 2

MARINE PRODUCTSRhodan Marine/GPS Anchor .....................10

MASONIC ORGANIZATIONSNational Sojourners ................................ 46

OPTICIANSOptical Service ...................................... 34

ORTHOPEDIC MEDICINEAdvanced SportsMedicine Center ............ 19

PAINTING CONTRACTORSEric’s Painting & Decorating ................... 19

PLUMBERS & A/CAqua Services, Inc., Plumbing ................ 19

POOLSGalaxy Pools .......................................... 37

REAL ESTATERobbins Assoc., G. David Walters ............ 11Michael Saunders, Omer Quesnel ........... 31

RESTAURANTSSahib Shriners Restaurant .................... 39Terrace on the Green Restaurant ............. 31

SENIOR LIVING & CAREComfort Keepers ..................................... 33Villa Grande of Sarasota .......................... 34

WATER TREATMENTAqua-Soft, Roger King............................. 34

WELLNESS & BEAUTYL’Ural Spa ............................................... 21

SHRINE CLUBSEnglewood Shrine Club .......................... 35Gulf Shrine Club ..................................... 46Hillbilly Shrine Club ................................ 13Manatee Shrine Club ............................. 39Motor Corps Shrine Club ......................... 46North Port Shrine Club ........................... 46Venice Shrine Club ................................. 31

SHRINE SUPPORTERSPurmort & Martin .................................... 34

SAHIB SHRINE INFORMATIONBirthday/Anniversary Dinner/Dance ......... 48Hospital Transportation Report ................ 6Masonic Digest ....................................... 44Million Dollar Club ................................... 32

Officers (Elected & Appointed) ................. 52Recorder’s Report .................................. 33Reporter Advertising Rates ...................... 13Sahib Bingo ............................................ 35Sahib Building Fund ................................ 30Sahib Raffle ............................................ 25Sahib Unit leaders (w/ phone numbers) ... 52Sahib Unit News ..................................... 18Shrine Club Directory ............................. 12Shrine Club News ................................... 12Shriners Hospital Contributions ............... 6Stated Meetings .................................... 6Thursday Luncheons .............................. 34Trust Fund .............................................. 25

SAHIB UNITSAides ...................................................... 46Clowns ................................................... 46Greeters.................................................. 46Kentucky Colonels ................................. 32King Pins – Pancake Breakfast ............... 35Legion of Honor ...................................... 32Mariners ................................................ 32Model Ts / Classic Cars ........................... 32Oriental Band .......................................... 46Pipes and Drums .................................... 46Provost Guard ......................................... 35

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REPORTER DEADLINEFor March Issue

10:00am Grand Lodge of Indiana7:00pm LOH7:30pm Oriental Band5:00pm Bingo Appreciation Dinner

12:00pm Mens Luncheon5:00pm Hillbilly Dinner5:00pm Tea Dance

7:30 pm Clowns7:30pm Model Ts

10:00am Grand Lodge of Maine

11:00am BINGO-M/H2:00pm Band6:00pm Birthday Anniversary Dinner Dance

5:00pm Wednesday Night Dinner 5:30pm Mariners7:30pm Oriental Band

10:30am Greeters12:00pm Men’s Luncheon12;45pm Stated Meeting5:00pm Hillbilly Dinner5:00pm Tea Dance

10:00am Unit/Club Head Meeting6:00pm Lobsterfest

11:30am Scottish Rite Luncheon5:00pm Friday Night Dinner

7:30 pm Clowns3:00pm Motor Corps Spaghetti Dinner

11:00am BINGO-M/H2:00pm Band

5:00pm Wednesday Night Dinner 7:30pm Oriental Band7:30pm Motor Corps

12:00pm Mens Luncheon Canada Day5:00pm Hillbilly Dinner5:00pm Tea Dance

Tampa Hospital Benefit Days6:00pm Sahib Pipes & DrumsEgypt Shriner’s Potentate’s Ball

8:00am Indianapolis Scottish Rite Lunch4:00pm Divan /Finance Meeting7:00pm Past Masters7:30pm Clowns

11:00am BINGO-M/H2:00pm Band

5:00pm Wednesday Night Dinner7:30pm Oriental Band

12:00pm Mens Luncheon5:00pm Hillbilly Dinner

6:00pm Pre-Potentate’s Ball Buffet Dinner

10:00am Potentate’s Reception6:00pm Potentate’s Ball

Tampa Hospital Benefit Days5:00pm Friday Night Dinner

7:00am Rhode Island Shriners Lunch5:00pm Friday Night Dinner7:00pm The Brian Brenner Show

7:30 pm Clowns 11:00am BINGO-M/H2:00pm Band

8:00am-1:00pm Pancake Breakfast

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11:00am BINGO-MH6:00pm Birthday/Anniversary Dinner Dance

5:00pm Wednesday Night Dinner5:30pm Mariners7:30pm Oriental Band

10:30am Greeters12:00pm Mens Luncheon12:45 Stated Meeting5:00pm Hillbilly Dinner

6:00pm York Rite Spring Festival

10:00am Ohio Lake County Lunch5:00pm Friday Night Dinner

7:30 pm Clowns 11:00am BINGO-MH2:00pm Band6:00pm St. Patty’s Day Dinner

9:00am Ducks Unlimited5:00pm Wednesday Night Dinner7:30pm Oriental Band7:30pm Motor Corps

12:00pm Mens Luncheon5:00pm Hillbilly Dinner5:00pm Tea Dance

Azan Potentate’s Ball5:00pm Friday Night Dinner

7:00pm Past Masters7:30 pm Clowns

11:00am BINGO-MH2:00pm Band

Sahib Shriners Day at Tampa Bay Downs5:00pm Wednesday Night Dinner 7:30pm Oriental Band

12:00pm Mens Luncheon5:00pm Hillbilly Dinner

5:00pm Friday Night Dinner

4:00pm Divan Finance Committee Meeting7:30pm Clowns

11:00am BINGO-MH2:00pm Band2:30pm Nova Scotia Masons Dinner

10:00am Club/Unit Head Mtg3:00pm Hillbilly Hoedown6:00pm York Rite Spring Festival

5:00pm Friday Night Dinner10:00am Zenobia Shriners Lunch7:30pm Clowns

8:00am Pancake Breakfast8:00am-1:00pm Blood Mobile

11:00am BINGO-MH 5:00pm Wednesday Night Dinner7:00pm LOH-CRA7:30pm Oriental Band

11:00am Imperial Potentate’s Visit11:00am Imperial Lady’s Luncheon12:00pm Mens Luncheon5:00pm Hillbilly Dinner5:00pm Tea Dance

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