Reporter Volume 29, Number 6 Sarasota, Florida June 2010 Sahib Shriners A.A.O.N.M.S. The Shrine Club Directory, 8 Shrine Club News, 8 Shrine Unit News, 18 Thursday Luncheons, 30 Masonic Digest, 34 Ladies Calendar, 42 Officers, Appointees and Unit Leaders, 44 Index of Advertisers & Shriners Info, 45 Sahib Shriners Calendar, 46 June 4-5 Sahib Shriners Spring Ceremonial, 24 5 Club/Unit Head Meeting, 9:00 a.m. 6 King Pin Pancake Breakfast, 39 8 Birthday/Anniversary Dinner Dance, 6:00 p.m., 6 9 Stated Meeting, 7:30 p.m., 6 28-30 Sahib Closed (Bingo 11:00 a.m. on June 29) July 1-10 Sahib Closed (Bingo 11:00 a.m. on July 6) 4-8 Imperial Session – Toronto, Canada Shriners Having Fun & Helping Kids
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ReporterVolume 29, Number 6 Sarasota, Florida June 2010
Sahib ShrinersA.A.O.N.M.S.The
Shrine Club Directory, 8Shrine Club News, 8Shrine Unit News, 18Thursday Luncheons, 30Masonic Digest, 34Ladies Calendar, 42Officers, Appointees and Unit Leaders, 44Index of Advertisers & Shriners Info, 45Sahib Shriners Calendar, 46
June 4-5 Sahib Shriners Spring Ceremonial, 245 Club/Unit Head Meeting, 9:00 a.m.6 King Pin Pancake Breakfast, 398 Birthday/Anniversary Dinner Dance, 6:00 p.m., 69 Stated Meeting, 7:30 p.m., 6
28-30 Sahib Closed (Bingo 11:00 a.m. on June 29)
July 1-10 Sahib Closed (Bingo 11:00 a.m. on July 6)4-8 Imperial Session – Toronto, Canada
Shriners Having Fun & Helping Kids
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Appetizers ½ dozen Chicken Wings $3.95 Dozen Chicken Wings $6.95 served hot, mild or Bar B Q with celery and bleu cheese Onion Ring Basket $4.95 French Fry Basket $2.75 Steak & Cheese Taquitos $4.95 served with salsa sauce Chicken Tenders $7.95 french fries & honey mustard sauce Chicken Quesadillas $7.95 Cheese Quesadillas $6.95
Combos Low Calorie Plate $6.95 8 oz ground beef patty with cottage cheese and fresh fruit Soup and 1/2 Sandwich $4.75 Cup of soup of day and ½ sandwich tuna salad, chicken salad, sliced ham or sliced turkey Western Omelet $5.95
with fresh fruit Sandwiches 8 oz Burger on a Kaiser roll $6.95 lettuce, tomato, onion with French fries Cheeseburger $7.25 Turkey-Ham Club with fries $7.95 Ham and Cheese sandwich $4.95 with chips Chicken Salad Sandwich $4.95 with chips Tuna Salad Sandwich $4.95
with chips Liverwurst & Onion $4.75 ¼ Lb. Hot Dog with fries $3.95 BLT with chips $4.50 Grilled Cheese & Tomato $3.95 Tuna Salad Wrap $5.95 with fruit Chicken Salad Wrap $5.95 with fruit
Soup of the Day Cup $ 2.50 Bowl $ 3.75
Salads House Salad $ 2.50 Caesar Salad $ 2.00 Asian Chicken Salad Bowl $ 8.95 Chopped Chef Salad Bowl $ 8.95 Chicken Caesar Salad Bowl $ 8.95 Chicken & Tuna Salad Plate $ 6.95
06-03 Baked Chicken Legs & Thighs 06-10 Pot Roast 06-17 Ham Dinner 06-24 Meatballs with Linguini
Fried Fish, Potatoes, Beans, Hillbilly Fixins, House Salad, Rolls & Butter, Green Beans,
Fried Green Tomatoes, Dessert
Friday Evening 5:00 PM till 7:30 PM
All entrees are served with your choice of potato or rice, chef choice of vegetable, and soup or salad
Gulf Grouper Sandwich $8.95 Baby Back Ribs $13.95 Chef Specials Market Rib Eye Steak $13.95 Fish and Chips $8.95 Alaskan Pollack -all you can eat Chicken Quesadilla $8.95 with soup or salad Cheese Quesadilla $7.95 with soup or salad
Soda $1.00 Coffee/Tea $1.00 “Dinner Reservations Encouraged”
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Change is inevitable, Growth is optional!
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Chaplain’s cornerChaplain’s cornerChaplain’s cornerChaplain’s cornerChaplain’s cornerby the Rev. Noble Don Kerr, Chaplain
Thinking about the 4th of Julyyou might like to study a nice
crisp dollar bill. Don’t ever con-sider the number 13 as bad luck.Just look at all the 13’s on the backof a $1.00 bill, where you will seesome significant insignia that canremind us of what IndependenceDay can mean.
Look at the “Great Seal” on theleft and you see some Latin writ-ing from the poet, Virgil. It tells usa new order has begun, as a newnation emerges from a revolution.The other quotation, around thetop of the pyramid says, “He (God)has favored our undertaking.” Thepyramid suggests something Egyp-tian, referring perhaps to a timewhen people were emancipatedfrom slavery. At the top of the pyra-mid is a “seeing eye”—maybe Ma-sonic—a symbol of God’s watch overa new land of freedom. If you countthe blocks of the pyramid, you findthirteen of them, corresponding tothe thirteen colonies.
On the right side is a floralmedallion on top of the eagle.Within the medallion are again
thirteen stars and below the eagleis a replica of the American flag,which displays a vertical row ofthirteen stripes, emblematic of thethirteen original colonies.
The eagle, once considered thesymbol of America, holds in one ofits talons an olive branch, symbol-izing peace. The other talon holdseither a group of arrows or sheavesof wheat, symbols of military pre-paredness or growing industry.
Around the head of the eagleare the words, “E Pluribus Unum,”the characteristic motto of theU.S.A.—out of many, one nationunited. At the center are the com-manding words, “In God We Trust.”Words not written by chance. OnJuly 14, 1776 there was very littleone could trust. Times were un-settled with internal conflicts andpeople were anxious. It soundsfamiliar.
So, on our Day of Independence,let us celebrate with pride andhonor the grandeur of being a pa-triot and salute the flag of theUnited States of America.
I just got back from attending theMay Unit/Club Head Meeting
as I sit down to figure out what towrite here. The over-riding themeof the meeting was “we have a lackof communications!” It remindedme of a note I added to an articlepublished in the May 2001 Re-porter.
Editor’s Note: When I createdthe SunCoast Florida FreemasonryWebsite towards the end of 1995, Iplaced this phrase on the homepage, “This home page is dedicatedto the concept: If Freemasonry isto grow again, the outside worldmust know about us, as they did inthe first half of 20th Century. It’snot that we need to change who weare or what we do, it’s that we’vegot to let people know who we areand what we do. First, we need to
tell it to our own members!” At thesame time I placed a quote fromIll. C. Fred Kleinknecht, 33°, Sov-ereign Grand Commander, Scot-tish Rite – Southern Jurisdiction,“We can’t grow, if they don’t know!,”on that same home page and at thebottom of odd-numbered pages inthe Reporter! So this editor hasbeen heralding this concept nowfor almost five years (make that 10years)—the more things change,the more they stay the same! Bythe way, the even-numbered pagesin the Reporter have, “Change isinevitable. Growth is optional!”The world is, of course, changing,are we growing?
It seems that we are still notpaying attention to communica-tions, this is a two-way streetBrothers! Members and leaders!
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
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Potentate’sNotes
Nobles,
It is my honor to offer to you Noble Dorwin Pulford as Shriner of the Year.This is an honor for our Sahib Shrine. He is a humanitarian and a greatasset to Sahib. He is always willing to do what is necessary to help ourgreat fraternity.
I have been asked by our Bingo crew to ask all of our Shrine ladies to comeon Tuesday to play Bingo at Sahib. It is a lot of fun and you will enjoyyourselves. This is another way to help our Shrine.
We just got back from our cruise and what a cruise it was. If you didn’t go,you missed out on a lot of Shrine fun. The weather was wonderful; the seasnever got higher than 4 feet. Scotland and Ireland are two great country-sides; the ship had excellent food at all meals. I had the chance to seeNormandy shores and the Memorial. If you ever have the chance to see it,please go. You will never regret the opportunity. The Memorial is fantasticthe cliffs were huge; I don’t know how the rangers were able to climb upand do what they had to do. It truly was a great moment for us.
In London, we were given a tour of St Paul’s Cathedral, this is wherePrincess Diana was married, a very beautiful church. We were very fortu-nate to meet our friends Kaye and Ron Gibley who showed us London andspecial places of interest. They helped us to tour the Grand Lodge of En-gland, which was amazing. They send their love and greetings to all theirfriends at Sahib. Everything on this trip was of a special time in our lives.Lady Carol and I are very blessed to have had the opportunity of a trip ofthis magnitude.
Nobles, let us not forget our Ceremonial the first week in June and that weare all members of the Membership Committee.
God bless you all and let us not forget our Blue Lodges; this is where it allbegan.
Yours in the Faith,
Don Vos, Potentate
Change is inevitable, Growth is optional!
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SAHIB SHRINE CONTRIBUTIONSTO SHRINERS HOSPITALS
Total YearApril To Date
Memorials .................................... $ 285.00 $ 26,270.00Donations .................................... 25.00 1,303.00100 Million Dollar Club ............... 300.00 550.00Hospital Benefit Days * .............. 5,305.36 31,694.82
$ 5,915.36 $ 59,817.82
* $19,652.06 Retained for The Sahib Hospital Transportation Fund.
SAHIB SHRINE HOSPITALCOMMITTEE REPORTJesus Cabalo, Hospital Chairman
REPORT FOR APRIL
New Patients (YTD) ...................................................... 12 (55)Trips (YTD) .................................................................... 33 (138)Trips to other hospitals (YTD) ..................................... 5 (7)Clinic Appointments (YTD) .......................................... 143 (537)Admissions (YTD) ........................................................ 14 (27)
SAHIB SHRINERS“FREEDOM” PRESENTED BY THE MARINERS
LADIES NIGHT DINNER DANCELADIES NIGHT DINNER DANCELADIES NIGHT DINNER DANCELADIES NIGHT DINNER DANCELADIES NIGHT DINNER DANCEWWWWWith Birthday and Anniversary Celebrationith Birthday and Anniversary Celebrationith Birthday and Anniversary Celebrationith Birthday and Anniversary Celebrationith Birthday and Anniversary Celebration
Tuesday, June 8• Social Hour – 6:00 p.m. • Dinner – 7:00 p.m.• Dancing – 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. with “Notables”
• Choice of Entree:Tickets: $17.50 per person, includes sales tax and gratuityPurchase Ticket Reservations a Must!Nobles – Coat, tie and FezLadies – Commensurate attireNo Ticket Sales after the Preceding ThursdayBox Office: 366-4449, ext. 320
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There are some quiet days coming this month; sothey tell me. May was again filled with many
events. We started with the Miami Potentate’s Ball.Ray Perez and his Lady Cindy and Jim Jensen and hisLady Eileen travelled with us and we all enjoyed ourfun-filled weekend. We hope other nobles will thinkabout travelling with us to future balls. We were backfor a day or two and then we were off again to Ocalafor the Florida Shrine Association convention wherewe were able to renew acquaintances with manyShriner friends.
The Divan travelled to watch our units in compe-tition. The Model-T’s looked very sharp in their‘salmon’ shirts—at least that’s the color Ron and Fred
told me they were! Our Clown Unit looked great asusual and I’m sure they took their share of prizes;then we went to watch the Oriental Band in action.They blew away their competition; in fact, they wereso good that four other temples were trying to getthem to transfer!
Max and I were privileged to ride on the OrientalBand float for the downtown Ocala Parade. The crowdcheered and danced to the beat of the band. I wouldlike to encourage other units to perform at FSA—itwould be wonderful to see them next year at WestPalm. Until later, remember, “To have a friend, be afriend.”
If you did not go to the Tribute to Patsy Cline showApril 30, you missed a great show. We had some
local talent in the show who demonstrated theirdancing skills on stage.
The Do-Si-Do Twins, Ron LeVene and Ill. Sir DaleLaBell regaled the audience with their spinningmoves, while two clowns (not in face) Noble FredPhillips and Ill. Sir Oscar Cloutier danced and spundirected by “Patsy Cline”. It was a sight to behold anda very entertaining show. We are looking forward toattending the “Legendary Ladies” show in the fall.
With the Florida Shrine Association meeting nowhistory, we look forward to Imperial Session inToronto. But first we have a Ceremonial this month
to create new Nobles of the Mystic Shrine. Our Cer-emonial Masters Ed Jordan and Rocky Kearney havebeen working hard to make this a very successfulceremonial. The ritual casts have also been workinghard to present their portions of the program. All thishappens because everyone is working as a team atSahib.
Membership and money continue to be of greatconcern. We continue to welcome new associates andaffiliates, but the Grim Reaper takes as many or morethan we get. There are many Master Masons in ourarea who are not yet members of our Shrine. Some-times all it takes is to ask, and ask and ask again.
Sahib Recorder John Cooney, III, is currently hav-ing medical problems, and is unable to write his
article for the month.Potentate Don Vos has asked me to fill in for John
until a medical evaluation has been made as to hisprognosis. We will keep you informed as to his condi-tion, as we learn of it.
Early in June, Sahib will have a Ceremonial towelcome new nobles into our Shrine. This is always aspecial time for us, and if possible, plan on attendingthe ceremony. The Building of the Arch presentationis well worth seeing.
Many of our snowbird nobles have once more flownnorth. We truly miss them at our Thursday luncheonsand at our other events. These northern visitors playa big part in the success of our Shrine. We hope theyhave a pleasant summer, and return to our part of theworld soon.
As you know, there is no Reporter issued in themonth of July. Your Divan and other nobles will beattending the Imperial Session in Toronto early inthe month. This promises to be an interesting meet-ing, and we will no doubt see one or two new Shrinesfrom other countries accepted into the Shrine. Theremay be another one or two who will apply for dispen-sation at this session. It is good to see the number ofour Shrines expand in other parts of the world. Morewill be reported on this after the session.
In order to keep our restaurant and lounge operat-ing in the summer months, we need your attendanceand support. Past history indicates that we operateour Shrine at a loss for the months of June, July,August and September. Your help in assisting us tokeep our losses at a minimum this summer will beappreciated.
DIRECTOR OF CLUBSJim Jensen – (941) 739-9324 Email: [email protected]
Gulf Shrine Clubby Gilbert C. Pierola, Sr., President, [email protected]
It’s summertime, and the Florida weather and heatreminds me of each of our past travels in crossing
the Hot Sands.While those days of initiation have changed, it is
still extremely relevant that we all strive to attractnew members into our Blue Lodges and Shrine!
Many of our seasonal Shriners have traveled backnorth, and many of us are traveling our annual vaca-tions.
But, I encourage all of you; go visit your BlueLodge, or a local Masonic Lodge. The work and fellow-ship are second to none.
I want to thank each and every club officer, andour membership, as well as their dedicated ladies,
friends and family for a great year in fellowship andfun.
Gulf Shrine Club would never be as successful aswe are, without the generous time and efforts do-nated by our group. What a great testament to serv-ing mankind.
I wish each and everyone a very peaceful summer,travel and excitedly await your return to our meetings.
Our next luncheon will be Tuesday, September 14.Come out, join us and enjoy some of the best fellow-ship any Shrine Club and unit can have.
I am extremely proud to stand beside, walk withand work the many events that we do every year withthese outstanding men. God bless.
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
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Howdy, y’all! Here’s the latest from “Behind theOuthouse.”
Our snowbird cuzzins have flown the koop and thesummer season has slowed our volume, so we needYOU to come on out and have some great vittles for areal good price and a wonderful cause.
The Hillbillies will take a well-deserved breakJuly and August but we will resume on September 2.While the Hillbillies are takin’ a rest the Motor Corpswill invade the kitchun on Thursdays, to cook andserve up Buffalo wings, BBQ pork sandwiches, ham-burgers, hotdogs, fish sandwiches, fries and onionrings in addition to some other tasty things, Yee Haw!Come out and help support the Motor Corps!
The 2010 Imperial Hillbilly Convention will behosted by Clan #53 at Syria Shrine in Pittsburgh,Pennsylvania on August 4-8. We have our Raban anda bunch of cuzzins going up to support them and alsoto promote our 2011 Imperial Hillbilly Conventionright here at Sahib.
Hillbilly June Menu
June 3 Baked Chicken Legs and ThighsJune 10 Pot RoastJune 17 HamJune 24 Meatballs with Linguini
Be safe and stay well.
I seem to recall that not too long ago; I heard a lot ofcomplaining about the weather and wishing for the
return of the summer warmth. Well folks, I guess yougot your wish, and literally over night if you recall.
The warm weather is nice, except if you are ex-pected to parade and perform other functions astridea very hot motorcycle. So, if you have seen a lot lessof the big Motor Corps stallions parked out on theslab; that is more than likely the reason. Unless ofcourse, if it was between May 10 and 24, then most ofus were probably up in the mountains surroundingMurphy, North Carolina, enjoying the much coolerriding weather.
Now in all honesty, I can only speculate on that,because, as of this writing only a few of the Corpshave actually departed for the north. Some of thelucky ones are Wally (Red Dog) and Connie (Cooter)Lacey, Jay (The Badge) and Connie Spenla and Gary(Stumpy) Nickols. They are also preparing the wayand prepping Gary’s lovely River’s Edge RV Park forthe arrival of the rest of us for the long weekend ofThursday, May 20 through Sunday May 23. I willventure to say that if we have a tenth of the fun wehave had in past years, no one will go away disap-pointed. Now, that’s Gary’s promise, so don’t go hold-ing me liable for not having a good time should y’all
have decided to travel up for the festivities. And, as areminder, the weekend has always been open to allShriners and their friends.
The Corps members just use this time as an excusefor riding the great roads of the mountains during theday and then discussing the ride at night while relax-ing around the huge fire pit near the pavilion. Ofcourse, adult beverages are always welcome, as longas you are willing to share. Next month I will give youa follow-up report on all of the fun and sordid eventswhich took place—if I hear about them, that is.
Since my last article announcing the encroach-ment of Thursday’s Biker Billy Burger nights, servedby Beautiful Biker Betty Babes, I have noticed a lot offolks running around the Sahib lounge salivating.The lovely ladies tending our bar have also reporteda significant increase in the use of bar napkins bypeople just walking around in a daze wiping theirchins mumbling “burgers now, burgers now” or some-thing to that effect. Hmmm, maybe I should have heldoff announcing the dates for these events that starton July 15 through August 26. Oops, there I go again.Sorry. Hang in there, folks! It is just around thecorner and try wearing bibs the next time you are inthe lounge so that napkins do not become a major
expense for Sahib. We all have to do our part in thesedifficult times, ya know.
Okay then; as May and June are rather mundanemonths for activities, I will proceed to honor ourmembers with birthdays and anniversaries duringthe month of June. If I have omitted anyone, it is onlybecause I do not have your information, so pleaseaccept my apologies in advance and get the info to mefor additions or corrections.
On the birthday list, we have Debbie Hamilton,Wendy Streight, Suzy Lucas, Ken Shipley, Don andAnn Stuckey, Theo Vreuls, Jeff Young and GeriPaolini.
Temp and Debbie Hamilton, Wally and ConnieLacey and Tony and Rochelle Malinoskie are cel-ebrating anniversaries this month.
Thanks for reading this and I hope that June iseveryone’s greatest month of the year to date.
All nobles, ladies and guests have plenty of time tomake reservations to help us celebrate Father’s
Day at our summer dinner series on Saturday, June19 at Bobcat Trail. Menu choices are mahi-mahi w/rice, 8 oz. filet mignon w/baked potato, chickenparmesan w/noodles or California vegetable mix.Three or four dessert options are included. See Bob(now saved from being ‘Too Tall’) Somerville at ourTuesday morning breakfasts or phone him at 429-6433for your reservation and menu selections.
Three new members have joined us; CharlesBlockhurst, Ken Shipley and Stephanos Loisou, snow-bird from Aleppo Shriners, Wilmington, Massachu-setts. Each Tuesday 7:30 a.m., rain or shine, 52 weeksof the year, we breakfast at the Olde World Restau-rant in North Port for info, fun and fellowship. Recentguests included Cal Lamparter, Gary Burdahl, Rob-ert Ellison, and Ed Gintling and his wife Yvonne.
We invite any Mason or Shriner families to join usfor some friendly banter and hi-jinks! The same goesfor our June stated meeting at 11:00 a.m. MondayJune 14, also at the Olde World. As with the break-fasts, ladies gather informally in a separate diningarea to have more fun and avoid listening to thenobles’ boring stuff.
Fifty-six nobles, ladies and guests celebrated our“Thanksgiving in April” picnic at Dallas White Park.Chief Chef Jack Watson presided over preparationsassisted by Bill Shipley, Bob Nadeau, Dave Rubin,J.D. Copher, Jim Macdonald, Bob Humphrey, JimGates and Bill Fessler. Meanwhile, Ed Cornell andP.W. Towsley installed new fabric-backed vinyl pic-nic table covers made by Don Gothy and guests Johnand Pat Rozen. Clint Van Tassell conducted the pre-lunch Bingo games and the post-dessert camel races.Our honored guests were Sarah Surkan and 3-year-
old daughter Sahara whose leg was straightened atthe Shriners Hospital for Children in Tampa. What adelight to watch her running and playing with hermother and other children!
And our May 1 “End of Season” Mixer at the OldeWorld featured a surprise 50th Wedding Anniversaryparty for President Sam and Lady Marsha Cohencomplete with cake and champagne.
Sickness and distress: We are saddened to reportthe passing of Noble Don Smith back in Michigan andNoble Dan Hall here. Over 20 nobles and ladiesattended and participated in Dan’s celebration of lifeservice at North Port United Church of Christ. NobleBob Galloway continues his struggle with Alzheimer’sand Randy Anderson continues treatments for hisheart. Noble Jim Reynolds recently underwent sur-gery and Noble Chet Ray is on oxygen recovering frompneumonia. Please offer support to these familiesand keep them in your thoughts and prayers.
And as we go to press, no one has correctly identi-fied our May ‘Quotable Notable’ as Dave Barry whowrote, “It’s very common for people reaching middleage to turn into Republicans. It can happen over-night. You go to bed as your regular old T-shirt-wearing self, and you wake up in the morning withRalph Lauren clothing and friends named Muffy.”
So here’s our June quiz—concerning the newlyelected President of Brazil, who observed, “WhatLula wants for Brazil is what we used to call theAmerican dream. We in the U.S., by contrast, wherethe richest 1% now owns more financial wealth thanthe bottom 95% combined, are living in a society thatis fast becoming more like Brazil.” The first reader tosend the correct answer to the above e-mail addresswins a free Tuesday morning breakfast for two withthe North Port Shrine Club.
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
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Noble Al Hartly and Lady Dorthy Mercel enjoyed the May mixerat Olde World Restaurant in North Port.
Last month we complained about the unseason-ably cold weather. Now, early May, it’s beautiful!
This is the Florida weather we’ve come to know andlove!
The Black Camel seems to call more frequentlythese months. It’s inevitable with our advancingmembership age. The Venice Shrine Club lost a veryvalued and active member in April with the passingof Richard Bragdon. An orthopedic surgeon by profes-sion, he very enthusiastically solicited donationsduring Shriners Hospital Days. Always a “regular” atour monthly lunches, he handled the sales of clubshirts and caps until a few years ago when, due to
deteriorating health, he handed those duties off to hisson in law, Noble Evan Lebson. Venice Shrine Club’sChaplain, Louis Ortt, PP, 33°, fittingly conductedMasonic Funeral Services in Dr. Bragdon’s remem-brance.
The Venice Shrine Club meets for lunch at 11:00a.m. on the 3rd Tuesday of each month (except Julyand August) at the Venice/Nokomis Elks Club, 1021Discovery Way, Nokomis, Florida. All Shriners areinvited to join us. Please give President Bill Long acall a day or two in advance, if possible, at 408-7950.We look forward to greeting you.
While Nobles J.D. Copher, Jack Watson, and Bob Nadeau preparedthe beautiful deep fried turkeys for “Thanksgiving in April,”
Clint Van Tassell and Jim MacDonal looked on with approval.
Noble Ed Cornell and Lady June showed their guests through the buffetduring the April outing at Dallas White Park in North Port.
The May mixer was also a celebration of President SamCohen and Lady Marsha’s 50th wedding anniversary.
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Mark your calendars and start making plans now!
Shriners International Awareness Week is June 6-12, 2010, and nobles around the world are encouraged to participate in this exciting opportunity to celebrate the fraternity and recognize the day the Imperial Council was founded – June 6, 1876. The Imperial Council is the governing body of Shriners International.
June 6-12, Shriners everywhere are asked to wear their fez, if appropriate, or a hat, shirt, lapel pin or other item with the fraternal logo to help recognize fellow nobles and increase awareness about Shriners International. Many Shriners are also organizing special events at their temples and in their communities.
“Shriners International Awareness Week is the perfect opportunity for nobles to tell the world about our feztastic fraternity,” said Imperial Membership Committee Chairman George Mitchell. “It is also a time to join together as an organization and celebrate our many impressive accomplishments over the years. We have a lot to be proud of, and I think it’s important for us to recognize that and host events and activities that get people excited about us.”
Here are a few ways nobles can participate in Shriners International Awareness Week:
• Wear their fez on Shriners International Awareness Week when appropriate (during an official Shriners function).
• Show pride in Shriners International
OSQ210JTTC
This pocket-sized guide emphasizes the lighter side of the fraternity with an entertaining tone. It is an information-packed but easy-to-understand booklet about Shriners International and Shriners Hospitals for Children®, perfect to give to people who may not know much about the organization.
Celebrate Shriners International Awareness Week
by wearing a hat, shirt, lapel pin or other item with the fraternal logo.
• Organize an event at their temple or in their local community. Invite the public to participate in the event to increase awareness about the temple and Shriners International.
• Contact the Temple Recorder or Public Relations Chairman to order copies of the Shriner Primer. Hand out copies to neighbors, friends, family members and others who may be interested in learning more about Shriners International and Shriners Hospitals for Children®.
• Contact one of the Shriners Hospitals for Children® to schedule a tour. Organize a group tour for interested community members.
• Include information about Shriners International Awareness Week on the temple Web site and in the temple calendar, publications and electronic communications. Announce the date at temple and club meetings.
• Be sure that each and every noble knows about Shriners International Awareness Week and encourage them to participate.
This international week of recognition is an opportunity for Shriners to share information about the fraternity, its history and the benefits of becoming part of an organization dedicated to fun, fellowship and philanthropic support.
Dorwin PulfordSahib Shriners 2010Shriner of the Year
Dorwin was born April 5, 1935 in PortHuron, Michigan to Robert and Flo-
rence Pulford. He grew up with six sisters.He worked for many years in a dairy in PortHuron, moving in 1974 to Bradentonwhere he worked for severalyears at the Pet Dairy.
In 1994, much to thedelight of his father-in-law John Manning along time Mason andShriner, Dorwin andson Kevin joinedManatee No. 31F&AM. Soon afterboth joined the Scot-tish Rite and SahibShrine.
Dorwin is a mem-ber of the Model Tunit and enjoys par-ticipating in the pa-rades and competitionsas well as other unit ac-tivities. He served two yearsas president and ten years ashospital committee personfor the unit. He is also amember of the ManateeShrine Club. Dorwin andLady Clara also have adaughter, Shari.
Noble Pulford has shown to Sahib whata great volunteer has to offer, whether heis picking up a wheelchair, motorizedscooter or whatever is necessary. He is
always willing to provide the necessaryrequirements to help our great fraternity.
Here is a noble that has taken care of hislate father-in-law, late mother-in-law and
now his wife with great care andcompassion. He has shown
what great Masons do tofulfill their family duties
without any adverse con-sequences. He is trulya great humanitarian.He will do all he canto help a noble whoneeds a wheelchair,walker or other con-veyance. He will usehis truck to help pickup and/or deliveranything necessary.
When it comes toShriners HospitalDays, he always takes
on numerous shifts andhandles getting to that lo-
cation. We needed help onlast years fall days; he was the
first to volunteer and helpin the collections. Last butnot least, he helps with storeand other locations for ourTransportation Fund.
Noble Dorwin Pulford has shown him-self to be a wonderful Shriner and it is myhonor to know him and have him as afriend.
God Bless you, Dorwin.
Shriner of the year – Dorwin Pulfordsubmitted by Ill. Sir Don Vos
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
June 2010 SAHIB REPORTER Page 15
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Reporter BoostersReporter BoostersReporter BoostersReporter BoostersReporter Boosters(Through month stated, = New or Renewed this month)
December 2080 Robert & Ruth Riegel
December 2056Manatee Shrine Club
April 2030Charles S. Marston
(In Memory of Anne M. Marston)May 2029
Desert PatrolAugust 2027
Fred & Marylou EllisMarch 2025
John R. Holland(In memory of Carl E. Hohlt)
February 2023North Port Shrine Club
December 2019Everett & Evelyn Blount
(In Memory of Dick Reese)November 2019
Sahib Golf CommitteeAugust 2019
David R. MagdalikMarch 2019Michael Clarke
November 2018Charles H. Burke
September 2018In Memory of
Dr George & Dorothy RobinsonSeptember 2017
Marion Podewitz(In Memory of Bill Podewitz)
May 2017Sahib Shrine Mariners
March 2017Christopher Weeks &
Barbara HersheyOctober 2016
Patricia A. McLain(In Memory of BG John H. McLain)
June 2015Manatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of Michael A. Cipullo) (In Memory of Irene Krakow)
May 2015The Builders Lodge No. 376(In Memory of Irene Krakow)
April 2015John 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)
March 2015Bill & Gail Balkwill
Manatee Shrine Club(In Memory of Dr. A. Edward O'Hara)
Manatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of S. F. Perkins, III)January 2015
June C. HutchesonManatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of Carl Herman)Manatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of Scott Macaulay)Manatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of Edgar Sherrick)Edward & Jean O’Hara
(In Memory of Dr. Robert S. Nowicki)December 2014
John LewellenBill Simon
November 2014Margaret Lawrence
(In Loving Memory of Don Lawrence) Walter Reuter
October 2014Bill & Tally Hull
Ronald R. & Georgana J. LeVene(In memory of Robert "Bob" Lindner)
Marian Goldenberg(In Loving Memory of Bob Goldenberg, PP)
September 2014Jack & Barbara ScrofaniRon & Georgana LeVene
(In Memory of Robert "Bob" Lindner)August 2014
Giles LightManatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of Jim Arendall)Manatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of Ned Jaworski)June 2014
Dottie La Greco(In Memory of Husband Louis La Greco)
Ed & Jean O’Hara(In Memory of Stanley Nowicki &
Dr. Sigmund Nowicki)Col. Murray G. Swindler
May 2014Provost Guard
(In Memory of Passed Members)B. John and Roberta RossRobert & Audrey Rushing
(In Memory of Joan Winters)April 2014
Ray & Barbara StevensMarch 2014
Oscar & Peggy CloutierDale & Donna LaBell
February 2014Cabiri
January 2014Manatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of Bill Disney)John & Margaret Hodge
Manatee Shrine Club
(In Memory of Roy Rudolph)December 2013
Doug & Janie BohannonVirginia Chase
(In Memory of Harold Chase)November 2013
Ann Lassig(In Memory of Ken Lassig)
August 2013Nancy Holmes
(In Memory Husband George)June 2013
Kevin & Susan SapioMay 2013
Ed & Edie PhillipsJean C. Rudolph
Bill & Stacey Lee Zurlo
April 2013Ted & Anita Moltz
Joe & Sharon PegararoMarch 2013
Don & Joan Patterson(In Memory of Luther Bollman)
Dick & Jenny Warner
February 2013C. Ace Adams HP& P and
Ruth McAngell PHPRobert & Ruth Riegel
(In Memeory of Herman Dooley)December 2012
Knights of the Round Table, South(In Memory of Joe Porter)
George & Norma ShonerAugust 2012
T. Herman & Louise DooleyHarold Bell
May 2012Wallace & Audrey Clements
(In Memory of Our Son Mike Clements)Dave & Mickey Joly
April 2012Chester L Ray & Rose Guadagnino
Jerry & Berte HessFrederick Soto
Col. (Ret) M. G. Swindler & P.M. SwindlerMarch 2012
Donations are only $10.00 per year, you may prepay for multiple years. Your name will be listed each month in the Reporter for theperiod you are supporting. For example: for a $10 donation in January 2010, you will be listed through January 2011. If you donated$50, you would be listed through January 2015. Donations for the longest periods will be listed first.
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The band did a great job for the April Ladies’Luncheon concert with some very challenging
music.Our snowbirds are all gone, and we have a skel-
eton band of locals continuing to rehearse throughthe summer with Ill. Sir Jarrett Miller at the helm.Probably we’ll go into a German band format if wehave the proper instrumentation, as we did last sum-mer. There is a tentative German band gig on thehorizon for next season.
The concert band has decided to pursue gigs atlocal mobile home parks and the like to enhance ourtreasury for next season. Efforts must be made tosupplement the declining revenues from the Big Banddances. Hopefully we’ll be successful. We’d appreci-ate any help or suggestions from the nobility.
The Noblemen are dark until next October. Direc-tor Armand Olivera has returned north to a busyschedule in the New York area throughout the sum-mer. We pray that all our seasonal musicians have ahealthy and rewarding summer and return to usready to perform in the fall.
Finally, sadly, the Black Camel has come for awonderful Noble, Ill. Sir Ken Gerrard, PP 2001, whoI had known since the 1980’s and 1990’s while I wasa member of the Manatee Shrine Club. Ken was alsoa percussionist in the band and an all around greatguy. He will be missed by all who were privileged toknow him.
We had a nice short meeting on May 5 at theRoaring 20’s Pizza and Pipes as a joint dinner
meeting. They began with the Star Spangled Banner,followed by the songs of the five services. Very littlebusiness was done, but fun was had by all who at-tended.
Next meeting is 7:00 p.m. on June 2 after thecandidate cocktail party at 6:00 p.m. The SpringCeremonial follows on June 4 and 5. Don’t forget theparade of units at 10:45 a.m. Saturday in summeruniform and unit picture at 11:30 a.m. followed by theMoslem Feast at 11:45 a.m. Make reservations at366-4449 with Mary McQueen.
We have just passed Memorial Day, a fine time forall Americans to contemplate the cost of their free-dom. It is a sacred day to all veterans. The freedomswe enjoy were paid for with the lives of others thatfew of us actual knew. They came from all walks of life
and region of the country, but they all had one thingin common: a love of country and a loyalty to theirfellowman. As America’s older war veterans are fastdisappearing from society’s landscape, there are fewerand fewer standard-bearers left to carry the torch ofhonor and remembrance. Let us carry our flag withhonor and remember the more than 5,400 who haddied thus far in Afghanistan and Iraq and all thosewho paid the ultimate price for our freedom.
Membership is still a key word with both theShrine and Legion of Honor. We are still open for afew good men.
Have a great summer and plan to meet September1 in the upper room (CRA). Our ladies meet at thesame time in the Sahara Room. It is not the cost ofmembership; it was the cost of eligibility that makesthe Legion of Honor so special.
Walk a Little Slower Daddy“Walk a Little Slower, Daddy,” said a little child so small. I’m following in your footsteps and I don’t want to fall.Sometimes your steps are very fast; sometimes they’re hard to see, So walk a little slower Daddy, for you are leading me.Someday when I’m all grown up, you’re what I want to be. Then I will have a little child who’ll want to follow me.And I would want to lead just right, and know that I was true; So, walk a little slower, Daddy, for I must follow you!
— author unknown
The modern version of Father’s Day celebrationoriginated in the United States of America and
thereafter the tradition spread in countries aroundthe world. The world owes thanks to Ms. SonoraLouise Smart Dodd a loving daughter from Spokane,Washington, as it is because of her struggle thatFather’s Day saw the light of the day. The idea ofFather’s Day celebration originated in Sonora’s mindwhen she listened to a Mother’s Day sermon in 1909.Fairly mature at the age of 27, Sonora pondered ifthere is a day to honor mother then why not forfather? Sonora felt strongly for fathers because of theaffection she received from her own father William
Jackson Smart, a Civil War veteran. Sonora’s motherdied in childbirth when Sonora was just 16. Mr.Smart raised the newborn and five other childrenwith love and care.
Inspired by Ms. Anna Jarvis’s struggle to promoteMother’s Day, Ms. Dodd began a rigorous campaign tocelebrate Father’s Day in the U.S. The Spokane Min-isterial Association and the local Young Men’s Chris-tian Association (YMCA) supported Sonora’s cause.As a result, Spokane celebrated its first Father’s Dayon June 19, 1910. Though there was initial, hesita-tion the idea gained gradual popularity all over theU.S. and Father’s Day came to be celebrated in citiesacross the country.
Happy Anniversary in June to Leonard andMarlene McLelland on the 2nd, Charles and MaryJane Hamilton on the 12th and Russell and JaniceSexton on the 27th.
Happy Birthday to Liz Inglis on the 9th, CherrieLeverone on the 15th, Florence Bollman and JulioVega on the 20th, Shirley Schmidt and David Magdalikon the 21st and Rachel Poole on the 26th.
Have a wonderful Father’s Day, everyone.Remember, “we ride so that children can walk”
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
June 2010 SAHIB REPORTER Page 21
The month of May started with a bang. After a two-year hiatus for the Florida Oriental Band Asso-
ciation, we are again joining all other Shrine units forthat long awaited “Fantasy.” The great Sahib Orien-tal Band surely will not disappoint anyone with theplanned program. Fifteen of our bandsmen traveledto Ocala; this was also the first time that we wore ournew headgear, sash and accessories. Thanks to LadyTrudy and Lady Laurie for a great job.
On May 11, the Sahib Oriental band sponsored theBirthday/Anniversary Dinner Dance. We realize thatmany of our northern friends had already left forhome; but we sincerely thank all that attended andmade it a success.
On April 17, eleven of our bandsmen attended theCeremonial at Araba Shrine in Ft. Myers. It is theinteraction among our Florida Shrine, which keepsthat spirit alive. As always, our Director, Noble Floyd“whipped” everyone in shape for a stellar perfor-mance.
Also in April, two of our ex-bandsmen were calledhome by the Black Camel, Ill. Sir Ken Gerrard, Sr.,PP and Noble Ken Wiegman. We express our sinceresympathy to their families.
On behalf of all of us at the Great Sahib OrientalBand, I wish you all a healthy and safe summer.
REMEMBER: Support your Shrine, collect pull-tabs and keep a child in your heart.
Our Director Jerry Goacher managed to obtain avery informative DVD titled “Freemasonry and
the Fabric of America” which contains an address byLee Sherman Dreyfus, 33°, former Governor of Wis-consin, and hosted by Freemasons Lodge No. 363. Itwas so well received at our Master Mason’s Apprecia-tion Dinner that we decided to make several copiesand distribute them to each of the lodges in ourdistrict. We attended the Master Masons Association
meeting on April 22 hosted by The Builders & Cary B.Fish and gave a copy to each of the lodges repre-sented. If your lodge did not receive a copy of the DVDand would like one, please feel free to contact me andI will get it to you post haste. There are no secretsbeing divulged, which makes it the perfect conversa-tion starter to share with anyone interested in be-coming a Mason. If you haven’t seen this yet, then I
urge you to do so, I’m convinced you’ll find it veryenlightening and well worth the time.
Don’t feel like you have to wait for us to show upto your lodge before you can ask us to assist. Feel freeto reach out at any time. We are more than happy tooffer our assistance and experience to all lodges inthe 27th Masonic District whenever we can. So, ifyour lodge is shorthanded for an upcoming degree,you know who to call, and we will do our best to helpout. The combined knowledge and experience of ourmembers along with the willingness to offer support
to any brother or lodge, should prove to be quitevaluable.
I wish a safe journey to each of our Brotherstraveling home for the summer months, and I amlooking forward to seeing you again in the fall.
Take care, and God Bless.Note: Any Past Master who is also a member of
Sahib Shrine is eligible to join this unit. Please feelfree to call me on (941) 232-1494 or email me at<[email protected]> if you are interested or if youhave any questions.
This late winter and early spring has been one ofthe busiest I can remember. We have had the
Circus, Spring Baseball, County Fair and abbrevi-ated start and finish ( April 8 and April 9 ) to thesummer baseball games to be played by the PiratesClass A farm team, the Marauders.
The Divan and other nobles continued the work ofthe temple, meetings and Bingo durPing all theseworkdays. Many of us had foregone doctor’s appoint-ments and service calls to our homes. Now comes thecatch-up and various Shrine trips to other temples,clubs and units, Potentate’s cruise, FSA and vaca-tions to renew our commitments.
Our Recorder, John Cooney, had a physical setback during April and we all hope that by the June
Reporter that this trial will be behind John and isback on the road to recovery.
Money Mania is over; however, other projects arelooming large, such as Sahibs commemoration ofVeterans Day and Sahib’s Christmas Party for theShriners Hospital for Children patients, along withour second Ceremonial of this year.
Lady Stacey Lee and I hope everyone has a relax-ing summer with friends, family and returns to Sahibready for new adventures. The Zurlo’s will visit theirson and family in August, after journeying to SouthCarolina with the Model T’s at the SESA. See you allin the fall. Stay safe.
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
June 2010 SAHIB REPORTER Page 23
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Pause for a moment—think about the friends youassociate with in the real world. Those you enjoysharing the same hobby; attending a local ball gamewith; sharing meals together or attending religiousservices together. Those professionals who are trainedto study human behavior tell us that our friends aremore like us than not!!
Grab a piece of paper and write the names of yourfriends down in no particular order. Review the list
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Using your personal resources, you have just cre-ated a list of Potential Masons and Shriners! Calleach friend that is not a Freemason and set up a timeto discuss joining. Call each friend that is a Masonand is not a Shriner, set up a time to discuss joiningSahib Shrine. Call each Shriner that is not in yourclub/unit and ask them to join! Need assistance? Callor email me with your information and I will meetwith you and your friend to discuss the benefits ofBeing A Shriner! Let’s grow Sahib membership withthose we enjoy being around. I am ready for yourtelephone call.
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Moslem FeastNobles OnlyMain Hall
Saturday, June 511:45 a.m.
Baked ChickenBaked Beans, Cole Slaw
Rolls & ButterDessert
Coffee & Iced Tea
$7:00 per person
Ladies’ LuncheonSahara Rooms
Saturday, June 511:45 a.m.
Chicken Salad Crepesw/Sherry Supreme Sauce
Leaf Lettuce w/Sliced TomatoesArray of Fresh Fruit
Rolls / ButterBrownie A La ModeIced Tea / Coffee
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Call Mary McQueen for Reservationsat 366-4449
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Proceeds are for the benefit of Sahib Shriners activities.Payments are not deductible as charitable contributions.
FRIDAY EVENINGJune 4, (Coat & tie for men, smart casual for ladies)
6:00 p.m. Candidates class photos6:45 p.m. Nobility seated7:00 p.m. Oriental Band performs while candidates are
seatedAnnounce Class Honoree
7:15 p.m. First Section of Ceremony (open to the public)8:30 p.m. Fezzing Ceremony8:45 p.m. Closing
Refreshments to follow
SATURDAY MORNING and AFTERNOON,June 5, (Coat & tie for men, smart casual for ladies)
6:30 a.m. Candidates & ladies have coffee & danish7:00 a.m. Vehicle leaves promptly for Tampa Hospital
10:45 a.m. Parade of Units and Clubs11:45 a.m. Men enter Main Hall for Moslem Feast
Ladies enter Sahara Room for cocktails& luncheon
1:00 p.m. Hospital Patient introduced to Candidates1:15 p.m. Ladies will join Candidates for “Building of The
Arch”
Class HonoreeFred Phillips
Change is inevitable, Growth is optional!
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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.
Thomas PaxtonPresident 941-921-7668Bryan Senger Fax 941-922-7354Vice President EC0002285
Contributions to the Sahib Shriners Building FundSince last Reporter
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Anyone that has contributed to the building fund, check the board in the foyer, if plaque is incorrect see Jihn Cooney in the Sahib office.
BUILDING FUND DONATION FORMYes, I (We) want to have my (our) name (names) on the Brass Plateon the Building Fund Board in the lobby of Sahib Shrine, showing thedesire to have a part in the great work of the temple. Please checkthe 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 Mary3. Mary F. Doe in memory of John
Date: ___________ Signature: ____________________________Address: _______________________________________________City: _________________________ State: ___ Zip: __________Send and make checks payable to: Sahib Shrine (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 above
Do you know?We can’t do any of these improvements until wehave money!
Do we need these improvements?Look at our Shrine building. The answer is YES!
Please send your contribution to the Sahib Shrine BuildingFund NOW!
Those of you who have contributed, we thank you and hope youwill continue to do your part for this worthy cause.
—From TBA, Building Fund Chairman
Sahib Shriners Building Fund
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
June 2010 SAHIB REPORTER Page 27
Sahib Shrine Trust Fund“The Permanent Building Fund”
Million Dollar Recognition Wall FundPledge Card
$ _______________ Cash, Check, or Money Order
$500 Cash, Check, or Money Order
$500 Cash, Check, or Money order. Minimum tenpayments over a one year period.
$2,500 Lump Sum Cash, Check, or Money orderOther tangible items over a 5 year period.
$5,000 Lump Sum Cash, Check, or Money OrderOther tangible items over a 5 year period.
$7,500 Lump Sum Cash, Check, or Money OrderOther tangible items over a 5 year period.
$10,000 Lump Sum Cash, Check, or Money OrderOther tangible items over a 5 year period.
Larger Amounts designated by Board of Trustees withwishes of donor considered.
Signature of Donor: _________________________________
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 theShriners Hospitals for Children.I have added a provision in my will leaving a bequest tothe hospitals.I prefer to make a cash contribution at this time of atleast $100, which is tax deductible.
Please return application to:
Recorder’s Office Sahib Shrine600 N. Beneva RoadSarasota, FL 34232
Make your check payable to:SHRINERS HOSPITALS FOR CHILDRENI am a member of ____________________________ Temple.
Signed ___________________________________________
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President Phone: (941) 776-9996 John Hubbard Email: [email protected]
June 3 ................. Edward J. McCrane, Jr., Sarasota County Emergency Management ChiefJune 10 ............... Ryan P. Johnson, "Insurance Investing" (moved from May 20)June 17 ............... Cosmetic Surgery & Advanced Skin Care, Leonard A. Rubenstein, M.D.June 24 ............... Storms & Electricity, FPLJuly 1 & 8 ............ ClosedJuly 15 ................. Ostrich Farms of North America, Mary FletcherJuly 22 ................. Dolphin Aviation, Ron CiaravelaJuly 29 ................. Colonel A. Light, USAFR (Ret)
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Let’s take a look at something we take for grantedeach & every week. That is—our Thursday Men’s
Luncheon.We start off by saying welcome to the largest
weekly luncheon in all Shrinedom. We mention thisbecause we are proud of it. Many temples have triedand many have failed because they can only getapprox. 10-30 nobles together for lunch. We are fortu-nate to have this big weekly social event. Many of youare here in your seat by 10:30 a.m. to enjoy thecamaraderie and excitement. Ask Bill Mathis, who ishere early, if he enjoys being here! Rev. Bill Carterfrom our Chaplain Corps, driven here every Thurs-day from his living facility, ask him if he enjoys beinghere! I can know many more nobles who look forwardto being here on Thursday and others who wish theycould attend, but for many reasons are unable toenjoy the camaraderie.
The weekly luncheon program—only here at Sahib:(100+ nobles)
1) We start off by honoring our brother nobles,with a prayer and taps, who have recently beenvisited by the black camel.
2) A member of our Legion of Honor leads us inthe Shriners Pledge of Allegiance.
3) We sing God Bless America - led by PastPotentate Jarrett Miller.
4) We have the invocation given by a member ofour Chaplain Corps.
Think about it nobles, where can you take part in aweekly ceremony like this, with a 100+ nobles—yourfriends—brothers. When you take a moment to thinkabout it, it will give you a great feeling. There aremany who are not as fortunate to be here. I enjoygoing around before lunch and greeting as many ofyou as I can, because I know you also enjoy being apart of this special weekly event.
Another point: We start at noon and at approx.12:10 p.m., the waitresses start coming out of thekitchen with your lunch, that the kitchen has beenpreparing for the past 2½ hours, they will beginserving, the meal of your choice for lunch. Then ashort time later they will be back to pick up yourempty plates and silverware. They will return again,usually with a selection of cake, pie or sherbet fordessert. In the meantime, you have been enjoyingunlimited iced tea and coffee.
At approx. 12:40 to 12:45 p.m. (no matter howmany for lunch) the head waitress will alert theDivan (emcee) on stage that they are exiting the mainhall and we can begin our after lunch program. Theyhave served 100+ nobles and have cleared the tablesin roughly ½ hour.
Sahib Thursday Men’s LuncheonsPresented by Dale LaBell, PP (at our May 6 Luncheon)
. . .continued on page 32
Change is inevitable, Growth is optional!
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intention of appointing a new line noble candidate whois qualified and aware of expectations and who will beconsidered for future election. Our instructor startedwith the statement, “sacrificing what is necessary tofulfill your duties,” and concluded this session with thesame statement. Your five (5) years on the electedDivan should have your total attention and devotion,foregoing other obligations and offices of other Masonicbodies which impede your Divan duties. Read this bookoften to reaffirm your intentions and purpose.
Shriners Hospitals for Children – Donor RelationsThe Imperial Session of last July will be remembered asTHE DAY: “the Shrine World stood still, Shriners jumpedover dead bodies and Hell froze over.” Two pieces ofapproved legislations that will change the Shrinersmeans of providing children with special health careneeds forever. Third party pay systems are being devel-
. . .continued from page 37Imperial 2010Oriental Guide Seminar
That’s quite an accomplishment and it happensevery Thursday.
No other temple in the State of Florida and through-out most of the Shrine of North America, have whatwe have right here at Sahib. Many have tried andfailed to duplicate, what we take for granted everyweek.
To continue to enjoy this weekly event, we needevery one’s support; we appreciate your patience andunderstanding. It takes a lot of work to prepare andserve this many different meals in such a short timespan. If we error occasionally and didn’t live up toyour expectations for that particular day, I can onlyassure you it wasn’t intentional, everyone is doingtheir best to satisfy.
Why have we been successful with this weeklyevent? It’s because of our attitude, we are proud to bea Sahib Shriner. We are winners!!!!! Let’s continue toappreciate what we have. Thanks for listening.
. . .continued from page 31Sahib Thursday Men’s Luncheons
Greetersby Dick Menzak, Past President
Greetings from the Greeters Unit! The snowbirdsare gone and the summer heat will be coming
along soon. Our unit will be active this summer; wehave new creations in June, a parade around theSahib Shrine and parades in our local communities,along with supporting the Potentate and Shriners,when called to do so.
Birthdays for June: Bill Batten, Paul Leakey, BillMather, Francis Pills, Harold Ryman and MannySchonberger
Doug Jordan’s health is improving. Good news!Art Gioacchini is having health issues. Here’s hopingall our Greeters with health problems recover quickly.Keep them in your prayers.
Be a Greeter! Join the Prestige Unit! See anymember for an application.
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
June 2010 SAHIB REPORTER Page 33
Transportation Fund – Collection Canister ReportApril 2009 (Part of April reported last month)
Noble Club/Unit Amount Location
J. Bruce Siff $ 16.52 Last Chapter Café & Book Store-Arcadia 11.36 Pioneer Restaurant-Zolfo Springs 10.46 Paul's Restaurant-Wauchula
8.45 Taco Bell-Wauchula 13.10 Charlotte's Web - Ona
Gene Osborne Mariners 29.15 Hungry Howies-Rt 70 CreekwoodPaul Inglis 18.68 M & D Restaurant-Osprey
8.02 Scrambles RestaurantRon Levene 35.11 Grandma Yoder's - BradentonDorwin Pulford Model T's 64.85 Tasty Home Cookin' Rest. - Sarasota
TOTAL $ 1,178.80
If you have a canister placed, and want your collections listed in this monthly report,provide the Sahib office with the information. Mary will be providing the collectionamounts each month for the Reporter. We still have quite a number of these canistersout, and no information on where they are. Please help Mary get the currentinformation.
January 7 $200Logan Halladay
February 4 $200Clifford Bloodsworth
March 4 $200Les Ruggiero
April 1 $60Vette UnitBob TrudelGulf Shrine ClubJohn YoderProvost Guard UnitLarry JonesTed OliveiraJill UzellRon BarrettManatee Shrine Club
April 8 $60Mariners UnitTom PaxtonLloyd BehmerSusan MillerJohn A Ditmyer
Hillbilly Shrine ClubCharles LevanGulf Shrine ClubRob SchmidtVette Unit
oped, outsourced and prepared for utiliza-tion in the very near future. A new corpo-rate director of development was appointedwith several new initiatives underway toincrease the effectiveness of the donor re-lations program. Patients will NOT becharged for care received.
Shriners VillageShriners Village is a private Web commu-nity FOR SHRINERS ONLY! This Webcommunity is state of the art and is beingdesigned to be the Imperial communica-tions engine for all Shriners.
In addition, the MDS (Membership De-velopment Specialist) Membership & Mar-keting Support System and the new MDSDevelopment specialist are a powerful newcombination.
At Sahib, we are a step ahead of manytemples, with many of these programs inplace or ready to kick off. Don’t rest on yourlaurels, however. What have you done formembership development TODAY!
What to Do - What Not to Do
Shrine LawThis session covered challenges and op-portunities that each of us face as a TempleLeader. Touching on areas that have beentraditionally problematic and informationaimed at helping each of us in our role as aDivan Member. Shrine Law covered indetail items from Articles of Incorporationto General Order #1. Read and becomefamiliar, as most questions can be an-swered with Shrine Law.
Imperial Leadership PowershopThis was an eight-hour concentrated pre-sentation of Dr. John C. Maxwell’s 21 Irre-futable Laws of Leadership. Each law wasreviewed with the intention of improvingyour leadership ability. We were activelyencouraged to approach each day with en-thusiasm and the commitment to become a“Shrine Leader” not just a “Shrine Of-ficer.”
“Leadership Develops Daily, Not In ADay” Dr. John MaxwellThis was an excellent session,. Shouldanyone have a question on Imperial Lead-ership today and in the future, and itsextension to local temples, should pur-chase the book, study and refer to daily.
My hearty “Thank You” again, for thislearning opportunity.
Change is inevitable, Growth is optional!
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Masonic Digest
Around The Craft: Sahib Nobles Lead the Wayby Jerry Goacher, KYCH, KCCH, [email protected]
As in the past, many of our Sahib nobles continueMasonic leadership roles throughout the State of
Florida, as elected and appointed officers in the GrandLodge of Florida, Tampa Scottish Rite Valley, GrandYork Rite Bodies and more.
Our list begins with Noble Robert L. Rodd (Hospi-tal), President of the Florida State Association ofMasonic High Twelve Clubs, Inc. and Noble JohnWermann (Past Masters Unit) the installed Worship-ful Master of the Florida Lodge of Research for 2010.
This past January the following Sahib nobles wereinstalled in leadership roles in the four coordinatebodies of the Scottish Rite in the Valley of Tampa. Ill.Russell B. Glendinning, 33°, (Past Masters Unit), isthe Personal Representative of the Deputy for theOrient of Florida and Chairman of the ExecutiveBoard; Ill. Louis H. Ortt, 33°, PP (Chaplain Corps,Legion of Honor, and Past Masters Unit) is AssociatePrelate, Executive Committee Member and ReunionClass Director; and Ill. Sir W. Bruce Steube, III, 33°,Past Potentate, (Past Masters Unit) is Class DirectorEmeritus. In the Consistory of the Valley of Tampa,Gerald E. Goacher (Past Masters Unit), 32°, KCCH,is Master of Kadosh, Vice Chairman of the ExecutiveBoard and President of the Board of Trustees; Ill.Barry D. Hart, 33°, (Motor Corps and Ritual Unit) isthe Chancellor and Stephen F. Weatherly, 32°, KCCHis Captain of the Guard (both of these nobles pro-gressing through the line to the future position ofMaster of Kadosh or “Master (President) of theTemple.” In the Lodge of Perfection for the Valley ofTampa, John F. Wermann, 32°, is Senior Wardenfollowed by George D. Hernandez, 32°, (MarinersUnit and Legion of Honor) Master of Ceremonies; DwightN. Ridgeway, 32° (Legion of Honor) Expert; and Terry L.Armentrout, 32°, KCCH, Captain of the Host.
At the April 2010 Grand York Rite Convention,Ex. Comp. John F. Wermann was appointed Excel-lent Principal Sojourner of Grand Chapter of Royal
Arch Masons of Florida; Ill. Comp. John L. Horne(Legion of Honor) was appointed District DeputyGrand Master of the 2nd Cryptic District of Royal &Select Masters of Florida; Sir Kt. Eric B. West, KYCH,(Past Masters and Mariners Units) was appointedEminent Grand Sword Bearer of the Knights Templarof Florida; and Sir Kt. Gerald E. Goacher, KYCH,appointed District Instructor of the 2nd ChivalricDistrict of the Knights Templar of Florida.
Most recently, Sahib nobles receiving 2010-11appointments at Grand Lodge of Florida Communi-cations ending June 2, are lead by R∴W∴FrankAlbinson (Past Masters Unit) who is appointed ourDistrict Deputy Grand Master of the 27th MasonicDistrict representing M∴W∴ J. Dick Martinez, GrandMaster of Masons of Florida. R∴W∴ Russell B. Glendin-ning is reappointed to the Grand Lodge Committee onJurisprudence. Grand Lodge Zone 8 Chairmen appoint-ments go to R∴W∴ William L. Burris (Past MastersUnit), Committee on Work; and R∴W∴Gerald E.Goacher, Committee for Masonic Education.
R∴W∴Frank Albinson has appointed the follow-ing Sahib nobles as District Committeemen:W∴ Norman Cyphers (Hospital Driver & Past Mas-ters Unit), Masonic Education; W∴ Mike Cripps,Masonic Home Endowment Procurement; W∴ JohnHorne (Legion of Honor), Grand Master’s Charity;W∴ Allen Sorbie (Past Masters Unit), Fraternal Ad-ministrative Endowment Fund.
These eighteen nobles are dedicated to the work oftwenty-four important and demanding positionsthroughout our Masonic family and this list onlyscratches the surface of the Sahib nobility leadershipextending locally into our eleven Masonic lodges, twoScottish Rite clubs, five York Rite bodies, four Chap-ters of Eastern Star, two High Twelve Clubs, theNational Sojourners, and Order of Amaranth, all ofwhom may well serve as a basis for a future article for“Around the Craft.”
Sahibnobles
continueMasonic
leadershiproles...
No one knows with certainty how or when theMasonic Fraternity was formed. A widely ac-
cepted theory among Masonic scholars is that it arosefrom the stonemasons’ guilds during the Middle Ages.The language and symbols used in the fraternity’srituals come from this era. The oldest document thatmakes reference to Masons is the Regius Poem, printedaround 1390, which was a copy of an earlier work. In1717, four lodges in London formed the first GrandLodge of England, and records from that point on aremore complete.
Within 30 years, the fraternity had spread through-out Europe and the American Colonies. Freemasonrybecame very popular in Colonial America. GeorgeWashington was a Mason, Benjamin Franklin served
as the head of the fraternity in Pennsylvania, as didPaul Revere and Joseph Warren in Massachusetts.Other well-known Masons involved with the found-ing of America included John Hancock, John Sullivan,Lafayette, Baron Fredrick von Stuben, NathanaelGreene, and John Paul Jones. Another Mason, ChiefJustice John Marshall, shaped the Supreme Courtinto its present form.
Over the centuries, Freemasonry has developedinto a world-wide fraternity emphasizing personalstudy, self-improvement, and social betterment viaindividual involvement and philanthropy. During thelate 1700s, it was one of the organizations mostresponsible for spreading the ideals of the Enlighten-ment: the dignity of man and the liberty of the indi-
Who Are the Freemasons?from the beashrinernow.com Website (send prospective members there now!)
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
June 2010 SAHIB REPORTER Page 35
Scottish Rite – A Patron Saint of Masonryby Lou Ortt, PP, 33°, [email protected]
See new Sarasota Scottish Rite Club meeting schedule on page 43.
Sarasota Scottish Rite Clubby Stephen F. Weatherly, KCCH, Vice President, [email protected]
From the earliest time of Christianity, it was thecustom of all trades to have a patron saint, (e.g.
St. Clement for the hatters, St. Crispin of the shoe-makers.) The original patron saint for speculativeMasonry was St. John the Baptist, whose birthday wecelebrate on June 24. He was an itinerant preacherand a major religious figure that lived until 36 A. D.when he was martyred. He followed the example ofprevious Hebrew prophets, living austerely, chal-lenging sinful rulers, calling for repentance and prom-ising God’s justice. His baptism was a purificationrite for repentant sinners and was performed in liv-ing water (a running river) in accordance with Jewishcustom. The custom of baptism was also found in theearly Masonic constitutions and candidates weresprinkled with water after they were raised. This actof baptism was used by operative masons long beforespeculative Masonry came to be.
As the years passed, and after many arguments,the custom of baptizing after raising was stoppedbecause many, not knowing its origins, believed it tobe a Christian ceremony. If they had known or real-
ized the origin of the ceremony of purification bywater, they would have realized it was in existencelong before John the Baptist. It was common practicein all religions in ancient times to be purified bywater before undertaking any great or importanttask. To ancient man it was a glorified way of prepar-ing to pray to his creator. Man was cleansing himselfof all worldly sin, after which he considered himself anew man entering a new world.
John the Baptist knew this and used this methodof purification in his teachings. After purification,one became a follower of God.
Purification by water is still used as part of the14th degree in Scottish Rite. Come witness how manyother Masonic customs can be found in the ScottishRite.
The Tampa Scottish Rite will meet throughout thesummer on the second Monday at 7:30 p.m. A dinneris served at 6:00 p.m., for which reservations arerecommended.
Hope to see you there.
Things have gotten kind of quiet now that theSpring Reunion is behind us. It was great to see
so many of you over the two weekends. I can assureyou that the fellows that put on those degrees appre-ciate the support they get from all of the brethrenSouth Of The Bay (SOB’s).
On June 2 we’ll be putting on a degree at theScottish Rite Club at 240 S. Tuttle and on the secondFriday, June 11 we’ll have our monthly luncheon atSahib. Hope you can join us.
Speaking of S.O.B.’s, as we are referred to inTampa, that’s because we are south of the SkywayBridge; we have decided to start a club with in theclub called the SOB Club. Once you have qualifiedyou’ll receive a badge identifying you as an SOB thatcan be attached to your name badge. Here is how youqualify:1. Must be a member of Sarasota Scottish Rite
Club
2. Must be a member of Valley of Tampa3. Must attend a total of six Sarasota SR Club
events4. Must attend Valley of Tampa Scottish Rite
events requiring a minimum of six trips over theSkyway Bridge to Tampa Consistory which mayinclude: monthly meetings and Spring and FallReunions, degree practice in Tampa (not day ofConferral), Flag Day Ceremonies and TampaConsistory special events (numbers 3 and 4above MAY be accumulated from year to yearuntil totals are reached).
And finally a yearly commitment: To hold the honorand proud title of “S.O.B.,” you must donate to theScottish Rite Foundation of Florida every year.
This is an honor system participation. Keep yourown record.
Notify a club officer when you have qualified.
vidual, the right of all persons to worship as theychoose, the formation of democratic governments,and the importance of public education. Freemasonssupported the first public schools in both Europe andAmerica.
During the 1800s and early 1900s, Freemasonrygrew dramatically. At that time, the government hadprovided no social "safety net.” The Masonic traditionof founding orphanages, homes for widows and homesfor the aged provided the only security many peopleknew.
Today’s Freemasons are widely involved in a rangeof charity and community service activities. In fact,the Masonic Fraternity gives almost $1.5 millioneach day to both Masonic and non-Masonic charitieslocally, nationally and internationally. The causesthey support range from operating children’s hospi-tals, providing treatment for childhood language dis-orders, treating eye diseases, funding medicalresearch, contributing to local community service,and providing care to Freemasons and their familiesat Masonic Homes.
The only complaint we ever hear about living inFlorida is that when the snowbirds head home,
some off our mobile home parks and condo areas seemdeserted. We feel really alone. This is a good time tocall a fellow Shriner. There are homebound Shrinersand other interested Brothers, who would love to hearfrom you. Your Ambassadors’ Committee urges you totake the first step and call our Ambassadors or ourtelephone squad. It could be that someone else hasthe same problem as you and the two of you could helpeach other. A neighbor could be as close as yourtelephone.
Your cards, letters, flowers etc. were all appreci-ated during Al’s recent illness. Especially your
prayers, they really helped!The doctors can only do so much, and then it’s in
the Lord’s hands. He must have been working over-
Thank you allfrom Al “Spuds” PP and Eileen McKenzie, [email protected]
time for Al, because he is coming along very well.It’s slow, but each day is better and better.
We look forward to seeing all of you very soon atSahib! Again, our sincere thanks!
Telephone Squad:Bill Merritt 346-7803Bill Westerman 955-5663Chris Kellogg 497-5452Or you can call the Shrine at 366-4449 and tell
Mary you’d like someone to contact you.
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
June 2010 SAHIB REPORTER Page 37
First thing, I would like to thank, Ill. Sir Don Vos,the Divan and Sahib Nobility for allowing my atten-
dance at the Imperial Oriental Guide Seminar on March10-14. Although only four days in length; classes startearly and end late into the day. The seminars are mostinformative and networking with Imperial officers andinternational counterparts priceless. Even though eachDivan member attended this school, this seminar com-prised the most current thinking of Imperial; a briefsynopsis of topics will follow. In depth, conversation oftopics can be expanded, as desired. This seminar wasattended by 187 nobles and 125 ladies, the largestschool ever held by Imperial. A great deal of emphasiswas placed on the importance of your lady and herparticipation in Shrine events. Ladies had daily semi-nars outlining their responsibilities while a Divan Ladyand beyond. If the Shrine is going to grow, it must caterto younger candidates, placing emphasis on ladies andfamily. Imperial plans on going after the dot.com agegroup with programs introduced to all nobles.
Opening remarks were given by Imperial Sir JackJones, who attended many of the seminars, placingemphasis on the instructor’s material content. ImperialDeputy George Mitchell, along with Imperial Sirs AlanMadsen and Jeff Sowder mingled daily with OrientalGuides in seminars, breaks and evening networking.One evening was devoted to Florida Oriental Guides,who were given the space to further network.
Colorado and Iowa FundraisingTransparency and further transparency. All trans-actions should be open and available for review, fromthe Potentate to the newest noble. When events arescheduled to take place at the temple, the Potentateshould approve or not; the Divan should have a copy ofthe approved event request, anticipated profit and lossstatement (P&L) prior to the event and a final P&Lafter the event. By keeping the Divan informed of theevents in writing, they are aware of key nobles for theevent and additional pertinent information. Histori-cally, you have a trail of such an event to assist in futureplanning to repeat, build on or cancel such an event.
Temple Governance was a major topic early intothe seminar. What are your responsibilities as Poten-tate, Chief Rabban, Assistant Rabban, High Priest &Prophet and Oriental Guide? This was further extendedto include board of governors or trustees, current orpotential appointed Divan members, club and unitheads. All leaders must have the same goal of Hope,Growth, Purpose and insure all nobles Have Fun &Fellowship with Philanthropy. At local temples, a re-cruiting notebook for all future leaders should be devel-oped; stating duties and responsibilities of each position,so that nobles are aware of what is expected of themnow, and if they choose to progress, in the future. Byextending this type of recruiting at employee, club/unitofficers and Divan levels will ensure a more harmoni-ous leadership capable of accomplishing their particu-lar job duties.
In addition, strong language was paid, to GeneralOrder #1, early and often in the seminar. Additionaltopics included, Legal Department Notification, TempleGovernance, Shrine Circuses, Tours and Cruises,Fundraising Activities, Special Purpose Funds, ShrineHospital Patient Transportation Fund, CharitableFundraising-Approval-Reporting, Hospital Van Reso-lution.
Budget and FinanceThe importance of this topic is obvious and non-ending for every noble. Major topics covered included;Objectives, The Financial Team, Shrine Law, Regula-tions and other Resources, Budgeting, FinancialPlanning, Internal Control System, Investing TempleResources, Financial Reporting and Secured or LongTerm Obligations. Manuals for these topics can befound at www.shrinershq.org and click on BATSManual (Budget, Accounting, Taxes, Systems). Thenewest site, www.shrinersvillage.com was beingrolled out as the seminar took place. Check fre-quently, as it is being expanded and more toolsadded. All temple Divan members have been regis-tered by Imperial and can enter the site.
Emphasis was placed on understanding each budgetline item and every contract that is in effect while youare on the Divan.
Membership-Now is the TimeMembership must be the number one priority of allShrine officers and leaders. Officers need an under-standing of Member Recruitment, Retention and Resto-ration as well as current tools available. An excitingnew membership tool is beashrinernow.com. This sitecan be used by future Masons and Shriner’s alike. Aperson with fraternity interest can enter the site, com-plete the data page and will be directed to either how tobe a Mason or Shriner. Upon completion, letters aregenerated by Imperial for the inquiry, notification ofappropriate location temple, membership chairs andvirtual mentors who will stay in contact to bring thisperson into the fraternity. All Divan and membershipleaders should register as a virtual mentor (a contact)in order to build membership! Emphasis on this newsite should be prominent through out the temple, ontemple generated publications and temple web sites.
So You’re Going to Be a PotentateThis book should be used when recruiting potentialDivan candidates in conjunction with the previouslydescribed notebook, duties and responsibilities of eachofficer. Be up front and eliminate surprises! There isprotocol to be followed, so that each potential Divanofficer knows what is expected of him now and in thefuture. Avoid embarrassment! To the noble, the temple,and the Chief Rabban who appoints a new line noble,who is unaware of his expectations now and in thefuture. This book is eye opening and inclusive; with the
Nyla Temple No. 152Daughters of the Nileby Katherine Rodd, Queen, [email protected]
These ladies assisted with the Masonic Child ID Program at LakewoodRanch (l-r): Rita Labadie, Jackie Connor, Diane Albinson and Sami Phillips.
How exciting! I now have two new Bonnie Lassiesto welcome to Sar-I Court No. 79. Ladies Vir-
ginia Wheeler and Jeralyn Shelden are officiallymembers of our Court. The Ceremonial was beautifuland the entertainment by our Court units made theday very special for all. Ladies, thanks for a jobwell done!
On April 17, some of us volunteered to assist the27th Masonic District during the Masonic Child IDProgram at Lakewood Ranch. We had a great timelearning about the program and helping to process somany children. Photographs and fingerprints aretaken of the children and a CD or DVD is given to theparents. It was enjoyable reaching out and assistingthe Masons in this worthy endeavor.
I hope you all have an enjoyable summer. Don’tforget the half way through the summer luncheon atthe Rosa Fiorelli Winery in Bradenton on July 14; thecost is $27. It includes a tour and buffet Italianluncheon. Yummy! Please let me know if you areinterested by June 30.
Please call me (941) 922-9311 or <[email protected]>for information about joining our active organization.We have great fun while working hard for the chil-dren in our Shriners Hospitals for Children.
Dates to remember:Dark June, July and AugustJune 6 Pancake Breakfast ~ Merrie MakersJuly No Pancake BreakfastJuly 14 Half-way through the Summer Luncheon
Our youth of today are our future Masonic Familymembers for Daughters of the Nile, Eastern
Star, Ladies Oriental Shrine, etc. Princess Royal DianeNourse and I had the pleasure to attend Job’s Daugh-ters at the MasonicHome for their JuniorMiss and Miss FloridaJob’s Daughter. Beingin the Masonic Familyfor only a few years my-self, it was very inter-esting to be a part ofthis selection processfor Job’s Daughters. Itwas an honor to spendthe day with theseyoung ladies. Shouldyou have the opportu-nity to visit Job’sDaughters for any oftheir functions I encour-age you to attend. Theyare truly appreciativeof our support.
My Bon Voyage celebration was held in Sarasotaand hosted by Princess Royal Diane Nourse. Wow! Ifyou were unable to come, you missed a great time andwonderful dishes to sample. All were no calorie too! Ha!
Ha! A big thank youto you all for your con-tributions.
Bags are packedand I’m off to theSupreme Session,Grand Lodge, Inter-national Hi-Twelveand finally Imperial.Look for news on allof my travels in thenext article and inour newsletter.
We are in the pro-cess of planning oursummer activities.Stay tuned for de-tails.
Virginia (Ginger) Wheeler is the first“Bonnie Lassie” initiated on May 7.
Congratulations to the 2010 Job's Daughters Winners (l-r):Job’s Jr. Miss Reba Burrell; Katherine Rodd, Queen NYLA
Temple #152 and Job’s Miss Florida Ariel Harrell
Change is inevitable, Growth is optional!
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SAHIB SHRINELADIES CALENDAR
JUNE
1 11:00am Pirate Class - SL2 LOS-Greeters
7:00pm Legionettes - SL4 10:00am LOS Songbirds-CRA6 8:00am Pancake Breakfast7 11:30am Jewels of Service
11:30am LOS-Tigress Class - SL8 6:00pm Birthday/Anniversary
Dinner Dance9 LOS-Swingers
10 11:00am Greeter-Ettes-SL14 Flag Day15 LOS-Clowns
Call: Laura Burgess (941) 758-9196 orMarylou Ellis (941) 484-0089 orChickie Johnson (941) 966-2678 orConnie Lawson (941) 758-8274 or
The Ladies of Sar-I Court started in 1992 collecting and donatingaluminum pull-tabs to the “Wheel Chair Repair Fund.” As ofDecember 10, 2009, they have collected 65,743 lbs., for a total of$31,275.13 for the Shriners Hospital for Children in Tampa.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PULL TABS
1. Why not collect the whole can? Collecting complete canswould require a great deal more storage space. You shouldgo 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 location) and then taken to the recycling center. Themoney netted from recycling goes directly into the “WheelChair Repair Fund” at the Tampa Shriners Hospital forChildren.
Help us collect TABS! It’s easy and it’s fun! Put out a milk jug at every picnic or party!
Hospital Transportation FundCollection Boxes
What are they?A plastic cube with a slot in the top.
What are the boxes for?To help collect donations, money for ourHospital Transportation Fund to helprelieve the pressure from the HospitalDays Fund Drive.
Where are the boxes to be?In any store or business, preferably near acash register. Within eyesight of customersmaking it easy for them to put theirchange in the box.
When are the boxes to be used?All year round, so our friends can donatesmall amounts of cash at any time.
As most of you know, many businesses have some kind ofcollection boxes on their counters, so why not one of ours?
Call the Sahib Office at 366-4449if you can arrange a placement.
We can’t grow, if they don’t know!
June 2010 SAHIB REPORTER Page 43
Support Your Masonic OrganizationsMore on the SunCoast Florida Freemasonry Website: www.trowel.com/flamason
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 & 4th Mondays, 7:30 p.m. 520 30th Ave. W. 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. VeniceCary B. Fish No. 346 1st & 3rd Mondays, 7:30 p.m. 240 S. Tuttle Ave. SarasotaEnglewood No. 360 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. 265 Pine St. EnglewoodThe Builders No. 376 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. 240 S. Tuttle Ave. Sarasota
Sarasota SR Club 1st Wednesday, 6:00 p.m. 240 S. Tuttle Ave. Sarasota (On even numbered months – Dark in December)
1st 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 6:00 p.m.)
Visit a High Twelve Club (more detail at http://www.trowel.com/flamason/hi12.htm)
Cortez Every Monday, 11:00 a.m. 4848 14th Street West Bradenton (November through April)
Visit a Blue Lodge Near You
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SAHIB SHRINEOfficers and Appointees
GENERAL APPOINTMENTSAudio-Visual Unit Chair .................................. George Hernandez Audio-Visual Unit Members ................................................. TBABlood Bank Chairman ................................................... Dick HinesBuilding Maintenance Chairman ........... Phil Mitchell, PP, KCCH
Building Maintenance Committee .. Ken Pederson, Ed WallaceChief Camel Herder .................................................. John CooneyChurch Service Chairman ................................. Lou Ortt, 33°, PPDirector of Clubs .......................................................... Jim JensenDirector of Security ...................................................... Gene BlackFinance Committee (Elected) Chairman ...................... Art Littman
Finance Committee (Elected) ............ Ken Pederson, Paul TobiasGolf Chairman ................................................... Tom Cunningham
Golf -Co-Chairman .................................................. John SholtisHistorian .................................................. Phil Mitchell, PP, KCCHHousing Director ...................................................................... TBAInsurance Committee ...................... Bill Batten, Jesus A. Cabalo,
Richard A. Martin, William. B. PadelfordLegal Counsel .................................................... William PadelfordLibrarian .................................................. Phil Mitchell, PP, KCCHMasonic Relations Chairman .................................... Doug JordanMasonic Relations Youth Groups ................. Charles Levan, 33°Membership Chairman ................................... Oscar Cloutier, PPParliamentarian ........................................................ Ron MorrisonProgram Committee Chairman .............................. Don Albertson
Program Committee Co-Chairman ...................... Philip StaplesProtocol Advisor .................................................... H. “Bud” StuverProvost Co-Marshals .............................. Ron Enger , Don VokesPublic Relations Director .................................................. Bob Dell
Committee ......... Jim Lontz, Jim Smith, Leonard “Bull” DurhamReporter Editor ................................ Gary Schweinshaupt, KCCHSpeakers Bureau ............................................................... Bob DellSunshine Committee Chairman ............... 1st Ceremonial MasterTicket Sales ......................................................................... LOSNAUnit Council President ............................................... Jim Fletcher
Unit Council Secretary ............................................ Fred Phillips
AIDESChief Aide ........................................................ James (Jim) SmithChief Personal Aide ........................................................ Fred Ellis
Assistant Chief Aide ..................................... William (Bill) AthasAssistant Chief Aide ................................................... David JolyAssistant Chief Aide ..................................................... Don SimsSpecial Aide ........................................................... Joe PegoraroPersonal Aide ................................... Lacey Cross, Tom Hardin,
Connie Jacoby, Art Littman, Art Monson,Ken Pedersen, Ed Wallace
Aides ....................... Bob Bordner, Jim Duke, Forest Fahrbach, Vince Flow, Hal Fernecy, Bud Glidden,
Chuck Hamilton, Jack Ivin, James Jensen,Ron LeVene, Jim McNabb, David Moote, Hugh Quigley,Bob Ransford, Jim Trefrey, Tom Willeman, James Yeo
2010 DIVANPotentate ................................................. Don VosChief Rabban .......................................... Tom MillawayAssistant Rabban ............................ Charles Levan, 33°High Priest & Prophet ............................ Bill ZurloOriental Guide ........................................ Max MisemerTreasurer ................................................ Dale LaBell, PPRecorder .................................................. John Cooney
IMPERIAL REPRESENTATIVESDon Vos, Potentate Tom Millaway, Chief RabbanBill Zurlo, High Priest & Prophet Bill Batten, Recorder EmeritusGlenn Walters, PP, Emeritus W. Bruce Steube, III, PP, Emeritus
PAST POTENTATES1981-82 * Howard Noble 1997 Al “Bear” Robinson1983 Glenn “Buck” Walters, ITL 1998 Ken Terryberry1984 * Tom Bing 1999 Curtis Toale1985 * Theodore S. “Ted” Barton 2000 Louis H. Ortt, 33°1986 * Paul N. Jaworowski 2001 * Kenneth R. Gerrard, Sr.1987 W. Bruce Steube, III, 33° 2002 * Patrick E. Baessler1988 Wallace “Bubba” Tervin 2003 Ed Phillips1989 Walter Lander, KCCH 2004 * Bob Goldenberg1990 Lee E. Stewart 2004 Philip Mitchell, KCCH1991 William “Bill” Magill 2005 Dwain Jones1992 Al “Spuds” McKenzie 2006 Homer Cranmer1993 * Les Taylor 2007 Dale LaBell1994 * Ralph E. Kaye 2008 John N. Mitchell1995 * James Arendall 2009 Oscar Cloutier1996 Philip Mitchell, KCCH * Deceased
APPOINTED DIVAN1st Ceremonial Master .......................................... Ed Jordan, 33°2nd Ceremonial Master ........................................ Rocky KearneyDirector of the Arch .................................................... David BruceDirector of Ritual ............................................................ Ed FirquinMarshal ................................................................. Carroll ScribnerCaptain of the Guard .................................................. Mike SwatekOuter Guard ............................................................... Herb Mueller
SAHIB TRUST FUNDChairman ........................................................................ Art Littman
Trustees ....................................................... Oscar Cloutier, PP,Tom Millaway, Phil Mitchell, PP
OFFICE STAFF
Administrative Assistant ....................................... Mary McQueenFinancial Assistant ................................................... Barbara HaysEvent Coordinator ............................................. Linda GlendinningFood & Beverage Manager ................................ Gene BorkowskiExecutive Chef ...................................................... Robert McClain
Chaplain .............................................................. Rev. Bill CarterChaplain ................................................................ Rev. Don Kerr
HOSPITAL APPOINTMENTSDonor Relations Chairman ........................................ Robert RoddHospital Benefit Month Chairman ..................... Cliff BloodsworthPlaque Program Chairman ...................................... AmbassadorsBusiness Collection Buckets ................................ Dorwin PulfordHospital Chairman ................................................... Jesus CabaloScreening Clinic Chairman ..................................... Jesus CabaloHospital Transportation Chairman ................................ Ken Clark
FUNDRAISING APPOINTMENTS100 Million Dollar Club Chairman .......................... Harold RymanBingo Chairman ................................................................... Ed LuffCircus Chairman ........................................................... Bob TrudelCounty Fair Chairman ................................................. Ken Shipley
Jewelry Sales Co-Chairmen ........................ Jim Yeo, Jim DukePicnic Committee (Spring) ..................................................... UnitsPicnic Committee (Fall) ............................................. Club CouncilSpaghetti Dinner ... Motor Corps, 1st & 2nd Ceremonial Masters
AMBASSADORSChief Ambassador ........................................................ Sam Upton
Asst. Chief Ambassador ............................................ Dave MillsAmbassadors-at-Large ................................ John Stafford, 33°,
Gil Carlson, Dr. John Carlson, Dave Mills,Ray Perez, Stan Preston
UNIT HEADS
Unit Council Jim Fletcher ............................................. (807-2838)Aides ............................................................ Jim Smith (907-0746)Band ........................................................... Ed Gremp (355-0221)Banjo Band ................................................... Ray Lee (473-8374)Camel Herders ................................................... TBA ( )Chanters ............................................................. TBA ( )Clowns ................................... Charles “Butch” Power (371-6648)Directors Staff ....................................... David Bruce (924-5751)Greeters ..................................................... Bill Nelson (497-2968)Kentucky Colonels ......... Colonel George F.Cancro (792-8533)King Pins ............................................ Del Rawlinson (951-0033)Legion of Honor ..................................... Jim Fletcher (807-2838)Mariners .......................................... Paul Bekkenhuis (484-5188)Marshal’s Staff ................................. Carroll Scribner (488-4363)Model T’s .................................... James MacDonald (779-4302)Oriental Band .......................................... Tom McGill (755-3427)Past Masters ............................................ Allen Sorbie (342-3612)Pipes & Drums ....................................... Phil Staples (741-8215)Provost Guard .......................................... Ron Enger (918-8713)Rituals .............................................. Rocky Kearney (493-2586)Roadrunners ............................................... Ken Clark (379-8125)Temple Guards ...................................... Mike Swatek (749-1761)
Don Vos (Carol) Tom Millaway (Kaye)4488 Highland Park 2702 Dalhart Ave.Sarasota, FL 34235 North Port, FL 34286(941) 371-5757 (941) [email protected][email protected]
Charles Levan, 33° Bill Zurlo (Stacey Lee)164 Nightingale Cir. 407 White Oak WayEllenton, FL 34222-4254 Sarasota, FL 34237-6440(941) 729-1702 (941) 954-3013
Max Misemer (Cindy)8012 Indigo Ridge TerraceUniversity Park, FL 34201-2053(941) [email protected]
NEW MEMBERS ARE VITALto SHRINEDOM’S very existence!
New ABILITIESNew LOYALTYNew FINANCESNew DEVOTIONNew SINCERITYNew MANPOWERNew ENTHUSIASM
New MembersMean Much More
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RESTAURANTSSahib Shriners Restaurant .................... 3Miss JC Garden ...................................... 47Terrace on the Green Restaurant ........ 23
SHRINE CLUBSEnglewood Shrine Club ......................... 39Gulf Shrine Club ..................................... 40Manatee Shrine Club ............................. 39Motor Corps Shrine Club ....................... 30North Port Shrine Club .......................... 40Venice Shrine Club ................................ 40
7:00pm Bar Bingo - Lounge7:00pm Past Masters-CRA7:30pm Clowns - MH
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