El Riad Shrine Cactus, February 2023

ROCK ME IN 2023, WE DO IT FOR THE KIDS!

ow I can’t believe 2023 is here! I want to say how honored and humbled I am the nobility has given me this magnificent privilege of serving as your Potentate. I will work my hardest in maintaining El Riad’s awesome reputation as “The greatest Temple in all of Shrinedom” Lady Debbie and I look forward to our mission and will do our best to fully promote and advance the Shrine philanthropy and fraternity.

Let’s start by sending out a huge thank you and job well done to Illustrious Sir PP Jim Slater and his Lady Penny The amazing El Riad Divan is ready and able to move forward with the expectations set forth by the leadership and Nobility. A big welcome to our newest members of the Divan, Outer Guard Brian ‘Sticky’ Schultz (Lady Jill). Brian served as the Chief of Staff last year and did a marvelous job. Our Chief of Staff for 2023 is Todd Schmidt (Lady Laura), who served as Asst. Chief of Staff in 2022. We will welcome Chris ‘Morrie’ Morrison as the Chief Potes’ Aid, shepherding the hardest working wild bunch known to most as the Potes’ aids. Our new Public Relations Director is highly qualified Reid Jensen and back at his natural position of the finest Chaplain in the Midwest George Hamilton (Lady Becky).

The Shrine is moving towards more of a fun and family theme, still with our mission of the Hospitals and the kids. Keep this in mind as you think about joining in the fellowship on Wednesdays or anytime, we gather to celebrate this fantastic Philanthropy. Bring the family down to the shrine and show them the fun. Let’s all make an effort to be more involved, come to a dance, work the Circus, join a committee, or join a unit, maybe just visit a unit; they all welcome visitors. Bottom line lets just be involved, that is what the Shrine is all about.

I want to thank all who took part in the yearly meeting and the installation, what a great night. MSA Midwinter Session will be in Alexandria, MN February 23 through 25, with Imperial Session in Charlotte, NC July 2-6, 2023.

In the Faith. Fraternally,

Leo Baumgart 2023 El Riad Shrine Potentate

OFFICIAL CALL OF THE POTENTATE: NOBILITY OF EL RIAD MONTHLY

STATED MEETINGS

February 8, 2023

For the Purpose of Old and New Business

Your Attendance is Urgently Requested

WEAR YOUR FEZ — DOOR WILL BE TILED

Attest: John Whitelock, P.P., Recorder

Yours in the Faith, Leo Baumgart Potentate

IN THIS ISSUE

10 ISSUES A YEAR PUBLISHED IN THE INTEREST OF EL RIAD SHRINE DECEMBER–JANUARY ISSUE AND JUNE–JULY ISSUE ARE COMBINED

Shrine Office: 510 S. Phillips Ave., P.O. Box 1203, Sioux Falls, SD 57101-1203 (605) 336-1117 • Fax (605) 336-3059 • (800) 477-3574

Office Hours: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday

2023 EL RIAD SHRINE OFFICERS

Tony Bachman, Marshal Futures Comm., Big Bend Shrine Club, Twin Lakes Shrine Club, Highlanders, Blast & Cast Club, Blast & Cast North, Watertown Clowns

On the Cover...

On Saturday, January 14, El Riad Shrine installed all of our new Divan members, committee heads, unit and club leaders, and welcomed all of our families and nobles to the 2023 leadership team. Congratulations to Potentate Leo Baumgart and First Lady Debbie!

Doug Kristensen, Chief Rabban Exec. Divan, Circus, Membership, Futures Comm., Building & Entertainment Chair, Pote’s Party Chair, Football, Shrine Cup, El Riad ByLaws, 2023 Cactus, 2024 Cash Calendar

Mark Richard, Asst. Rabban Exec. Divan, Circus, Membership, Futures Comm., Pote’s Party Comm., Corn Palace Shrine Club, Oriental Band, Fife & Drum, Ritualistic Unit, El Riad By-Laws, 2023 Cactus

Scott Denney, High Priest & Prophet Exec. Divan, Hospital Comm., Futures Comm., Clowns, Roadrunners, Dance Club, Motor Corps, Sprint Car Unit, Gopher Shrine Club, 2023 Cactus, Sportsman Classic

John Whitelock, PP, Recorder El Riad By-Laws, Executive Divan State Donor Relations

Maury Richard, PP, Treasurer Executive Divan

John Schuety, Captain of the Guard Futures Comm., Brookings Shrine Club, Outhouse #1, Back 40 Boys

Brian Schultz, Outer Guard Futures Comm., Rosebud Shrine Club, Big Band

Todd Schmidt, Chief of Staff

MSA, Pote’s Aides, Parades, Asst. Chief of Staff, Ceremonials, Imperial pilgrimages.

Dave Murphy, Assistant Chief of Staff

Attend monthly COS meetings

George Hamilton, Chaplain

Fall Ceremonial – Necrology

Don Laurila, Temple Director Ceremonials – 2nd Section

John Archer, Membership Co-Chairman

Charles Brown, Membership Co-Chairman

Jeff Landborg, Circus Chairman

Rob Angerhofer, Circus Asst. Chairman

Matt Johnson, Football Chairman

Doug Schneider, Shrine Cup Co-Chairman

Ryan Simmons, Shrine Cup Co-Chairman

Ethan Serck, Sportsman’s Classic Chairman

Jeremy Swenson, Sportsman’s Classic Asst. Chairman

Paul Buriak, Shrine Hospital Chairman

John Whitelock, Donor & Sponsor Relations

Steve Haase, Oriental Guide Exec. Divan, Unit & Club Seminar Futures Comm., Lewis & Clark Shrine Club, Chanters, Horse Corps, Ski Club, Steel Drum Band, Shriner of the Year

Bill Thompson, 1st Ceremonial Master Exec. Divan/NV, Futures Comm., Spring Ceremonial, Classie Autos, Legion of Honor, Directors Staff, Culinary Unit, Family Day

Paul Berndt, 2nd Ceremonial Master Exec. Divan/NV, Futures Comm., Fall Ceremonial, Rickshaws, Parker Shrine Club, Provost, Shutterbugs, Worthington Shrine Club

Board of Trustees

David Neiman, PP, Chairman

Thomas Benz

Loren Eggebraaten, PP

Edward Anstine, PP

Charles Brown, PP

Doug Kristensen, Pote’s Party Chairman

Steve Haase, Unit/Club Seminar

Jim Dewey, Roadrunners President

Gail Gustafson, Roadrunners Coordinator

James Hoy, Masonic Relations

Reid Jensen, Public Relations Director

David Murphy, Stop Burns Chairman

Gail Gustafson, Front Office assistant

Kent Quail, Unit/Club Support

Shutterbugs & Pixels, Shrine Photographers

Designs by Liz – Liz Lambertz, Cactus Editor & Webmaster

Mark Richard, Cactus Advertising Sales

All articles or comments should be directed to the Editor at cactus@elriad.com and advertising matters to the advertising sales manager at advertise@elriad.com

For information concerning Shriners Hospitals for Children, call (800) 237-5055.

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Photo by Tom Anderson

Leo Baumgart, Potentate Executive Committee Chairman, 2023 Cactus

EL RIAD MOTOR CORPS

022, another year has come and gone with much to be thankful for. Our Unit leadership, Jeff Landborg, Jerry Hauff and Chuck Ihlen did a fantastic, collaborative job, along with our elected members at large, John Bayer, Gene Peska and Jeff Rentschler, leading this group through another fantastic year. Winning at Imperial and then a brand new 6 man team winning at MSA. Wow. Thanks to all of them for their commitment. We would also like to thank the Christmas committee for the Sprint Cars, A.J. Richard, Noah Richard and Jay Pifer, for putting together a great inclusive event. Fun was had by all. Well done guys. Looking ahead to 2023 we are blessed to have Jerry Hauff as our Vice-Commander, Lonnie Albers leading as our Road Captain and Chuck Ihlen with his steady hand on the financial accounts. The aforementioned members at large from last year will continue their leadership on the executive team.

EL RIAD CHANTERS

by Bill Thompson

We are in heavy planning for our Cash Raffle coming up March 24. Once again we will be selling 500 tickets in partnership with the Sprint Car Unit. The tickets are $100 each and can be obtained from any Motor Corp member. The grand prize is $10,000 cash (withholding tax already paid) 2nd $1000, 3rd $750 4th $500, 5th $250 along with a 50/50 drawing and games throughout the night coordinated by our emcee Past Potentate, Illustrious Sir Maury Richard. Food provided and fun for everyone. Doors open at 6:30. Lonnie Albers and Jerry Hauff will be representing our unit during MSA Winter Session in Alexandria. MN. This is a walk down memory lane for our Road Captain. This is his home town. Can’t wait to meet some of the locals in the summer to get some inside stuff on Lonnie…

Until next time and remember, Past Potentate Illustrious Sir Jim (Kid) Slater will keep the pickle until summer unless one of you try to move your bike around in the garage.

by Evan Brink

ecember has left us with an angry Mother Nature, if we get out from under all the snow she dumped on us, January could be a good month. Honestly, we can use the moisture. I don’t mind the cold but I am definitely over shoveling snow.

December was busy and we were able to make two of the three singouts at the retirement homes. We first went to Grand Living at Lake Lorraine then to Trail Ridge off Ralph Rogers. Unfortunately we were unable to make Meadow Stone because of road conditions. We had to keep telling Bob, Fez not fur.

2023 looks to be a good year and with the effort of all of our members support we hope to gain back some singers who for reasons of Covid and personal reasons were

unable to come sing in 2022. We are putting forth an effort this year to gain 3 new members. Please consider joining us on Tuesday Evenings at 7:00 P.M. in the Unit Room by the Office. We also invite past members to come back and sing. Remember you can’t sing with a frown on your face!

Bob, Fez not fur!

EL RIAD CLASSIE AUTOS

s the charter president of the Classie Auto Unit many of you have known me as a auto hobbyist and collector.

It seems there isn’t a year, make, or body style that I’m not interested in. From a 1911 Maxwell touring car to a vintage Jaguars or Crossfire sports car you will find me.

Ten years ago Motor Market did a story on some of my cars. The ending statement was a question what would you like to own next? My comment was a “L-29 Cord”, “A guy can dream can’t he.”

For several years I’d attend the Hershey, PA. car show,

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swap meet, and auto sale. Several years ago a couple guys put a 8x10 photo of a L-29 Cord under my pillow as I was always talking of owning one Someday.

Well this past summer my dream came true. I was able to purchase a L-29 Cord from a Florida collector. This is the first production front wheel drive car in the USA and thus allowed the car to be 10 inches lower than its competitors. Thus long, low and stylish. They are few in existence and the only one in South Dakota.

EL RIAD BACK 40 BOYS

e had a great time playing at a neighborhood Octoberfest party in Sioux Falls on Saturday, October 15. The weather turned out to be accommodating for the outdoor venue and we hope the event will work out for us again next year. Speaking of October, the Back 40 Boys once again opened up the Oriental Band’s Halloween Bash for Omaha’s party band, On the Fritz. It was again definitely one of the most fun gigs of our year and we’d like to thank Stan and Wayne Fritz for letting us plug into their equipment and for during our sound mixing. It was a well attended event and we are already looking forward to the same program next year! We will be

finishing up our year playing for the Oriental Band Christmas Party on Saturday, December 3.

We would like to thank Illustrious Sir, Jim Slater and the 2022 Divan for their leadership this year. We’d also like to wish everyone a lovely holiday season and a great 2023! Due to future scheduling conflicts, we are in search of a new drummer that is either already a Shriner or is willing to pursue becoming one. Please contact Clay Wilhelm at (605) 759-2966 with inquiries.

We love to see empty tables if the reason is that people are up dancing! Sorry for the poor resolution, but it was a bit chilly at Octoberfest and we just wanted some photographic evidence that we were troopers!

FEBRUARY 2023

MARCH 2023

MEMORIALS & CONTRIBUTIONS

TRANSPORTATION

FUND

In Memory of Martha Gallaher: Cornerstone Financial Soltions

In Memory of Keith A. Larson: Roger & Marjorie Larson

In Honor of Walt Leyse: Anonymous

In Memory of Stan Hoffman: Stanley Hoffman Living Trust

Deborah Dahme

Dianne & David Hoffman

Charles Jakober

In Memory of Wes Nelson: Bill Anderson

In Memory of John Edwards Kittelson: Bonnie Lindgren

In Memory of Elwood Truman: Lily Harms

In Memory of Jim Doyle: Bill Anderson

In Memory of Bob Nygaard: Bill Anderson

In Memory of Clifford Groseth: Lewis & Clark Shrine Club

BLACK CAMEL

WAYNE B. LANGLAND

Sioux Falls

Donation:

Global Polymer Industries

David Richter

Rudy Schmidt

Pamela Marburger

Sharla Janssen

Dick & Becky Neu

Anonymous (3)

HOSPITAL FUND

In Memory of Keith A. Larson:: Roger & Marjorie Larson

In Memory of Diane Lundquist: Bill Anderson

In Memory of Ava Sargent: Roger & Loa Coon

Donation: Roland Peterson

$100 MILLION DOLLAR CLUB

In Honor of Walt Leyse: Robert Hartman

In Honor of LeRoy & Vicki Uhrig: El Riad Sprint Car Unit

Donation:

Rollie Jensen

John Egan

Roland Johnson

May 1, 1939 – Mar. 20, 2022

Created: Oct. 8, 1983

DAVID W. MULLER

Windom, MN

Dec. 19, 1933 – Oct. 10, 2022

Created: Mar. 2, 2018

DONALD NICKEL

Mountain Lake, MN

Jan. 19, 1937 – June 22, 2022

Created: June 4, 2005

JOHN PUDWILL JR.

Rock Rapids, IA

July 28, 1930 – Dec. 22, 2022

Created: Nov. 3, 1984

ELWOOD L. TRUMAN

Beresford, SD

June 9, 1927 – Nov. 23, 2022

Created: May 20, 1978

We are sorry to say that Nobles sometimes pass away without our acknowledgement. As they are Brothers, they are due the recognition of their passing. Please assist in notifying the Temple when a Noble expires.

Phone 336-1117 or email office@elriad.com

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

022 was a solid year for El Riad membership. We were the top Temple in our Midwest Association for membership and recognized nationally by being one of only 21 Temples earning Gold status for membership. These achievements don’t just happen, they come with a lot of work by a dedicated group of El Riad Nobles. Each has an assignment in the categories of Mentoring, Recruitment/Retention, Unit/ Club Representation, Lodge Representation, and Public Relations. So, here’s a big shout out to those brothers who are helping to make a difference...They are: Bill Thompson, John Archer, Charles Brown, Tony Bachman, Dave Bangasser, Paul Berndt, George Hamilton, James Hoy, Reid Jensen, Terry Knutso, Aaron Neiman, Bruce Norton, Kent Quail, Jayson Strauss, Jeremy Swenson, and Bob Uecker. In different ways, at different times throughout the year, each of these high quality men have devoted their time and talents to the results noted above. Thank you is just not big enough for all they do.

Our year could not have succeeded at the level it did without the involvement and degree coordination of all three Sioux Falls Lodges. The leadership of the Lodges were absolutely stellar and must be commended. And how about the great success of the Masonic Festivals this past year!

Speaking of the Masonic Festivals , more thanks are due to Dan Nace, Aaron Zahn, Dane Bloch and the

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LODGE DEGREE SCHEDULE

• March 31 & April 1, 2023, Spring Masonic Festival

• May 6, 2023, Shrine Spring Ceremonial

• October 6 & 7, 2023, Fall Masonic Festival

entire Grand Lodge team for all the hard work and coordination of the Spring and Fall Masonic Festivals. Especially Tony Bachman, Paul Berndt and Bill Thompson for leading the Membership team, helping coordinate degree work, and working hard to manage prospective Masons/Shriner’s.

We also like to congratulate six new Nobles that went through our December Warm Sands: Chris Vanderwal, Wilmer Ohlendorf, Don Norton, Jeff Gould, Sinan Taskin, and Adam Cooper. Welcome these new brothers into our great fraternity when you get a chance!

Finally, we have a simple ask. Please commit to helping raise a new Mason and Shriner in 2023. You can contact any of the Nobles listed above for whatever help you may need and remember our two best resources are the 3rd Wednesday of each month Rush Party and the Membership section on the El Riad website. Now, here’s to a terrific 2023!

EL RIAD FIFE & DRUM

ow, what a year and what a terrific holiday party to celebrate our Fife and Drum brotherhood! Unfortunately, our outgoing Brigadier, Raybob Henry could not make it, but incoming Brigadier Scott Nepp handled things perfectly. Many thanks to our other officers, Dan Nichols, Left-Tenant, and Tim Voegele, our new Sargent-Major for all the work that goes into such a high quality event. Also, many thanks to the elite Chanter’s bar team for serving our refreshing beverages! Oh, and least we not forget thanking Potentate Jim Slater for helping to headline our party.

Many highlights to report, starting with our coFifers of the Year, Cory Gray and Randy Schilling. These guys really went over and above in their contributions throughout the year. This is very prestigious recognition of all they do, so congratulations to you both! Also, the Bungling Bugler Award is no longer a traveling trophy as Mike Archer earned this coveted award two years in a row. Mike did the right thing by blaming others for his “bungle”,

but we all know better!

Another highlight was the 90th birthday recognition of one of our three founding members, Walt Leyse. Hard to believe he started the Fife and Drum with two other Nobles over 50 years ago. We are lucky Walt stays involved even to this day. It was also great to see “old-timers” like

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Cliff Hicks and Kim Sigler on hand. Kim is really doing well and so wonderful to party with him again.

We hit the ground running again in 2023 by hosting February bar and our Johnny Holm party in February. Those are followed by our big St. Patty’s Day Bash in March. Hard to fathom this will be the 25th anniversary of our Johnny Holm event. Thanks to Cory Gray, we had 28 reserved tables sold by the first of January. Additionally, we’ve added eight “backers” who each donate $750 directly to Shriner’s Healthcare. Hard to be humble when we set the event success bar so high!

Thank you is not a big enough word for the commitment Ray “RayBob” Henry has poured into our group the last three years. As outgoing Brigadier, Ray will now join the elite group of brothers that have led our merry band of high quality men. We know Scott Nepp will be equally terrific and happy to see Tim Voegele join our officer ranks. So lucky we have these Nobles, along with Dan Nichols (new Left-tenant), to lead us in 2023.

Finally, we invite all Nobles to join us during February bar, and especially, at our Johnny Holm party (see our flyer for details). Being its the 25th Anniversary, this is a party you don’t want to miss!

Celebrating Walt at 90 years young!

Fifers of the year!

EL RIAD BIG BAND

appy New Year! We purchased the old Chanters trailer and rebuilt it just in time for the Parade of Lights at Thanksgiving led by Illustrious Sir, Jim Slater. Together with the Clowns, representing El Riad Shrine we won the Downtown Sioux Falls Award!

The Big Band is done with dances for 2022, but already requested for Dance Club in January and Last Call finished the year with two “gigs”. We played for the Abu Bekr (Sioux City) Shrine Christmas Party on Dec 17 and had a great time entertaining about 150 people. I heard a rumor we would be invited back! We also played at the Steel Drum unit New Year’s Eve Party, opening for the Ron Keel Band. We had a great time and the people danced!

The summer of 2023 is already filling up with requests for Last Call. Several are “repeat” performances. We have partnered with LLOYD Companies, beginning in 2023, to increase the amount we collect in our “tip” jar when we perform. Lloyds has agreed to match the year donations up to $5,000, so we will be able to present lots of money for the Children’s Transportation Fund at the 2023 Fall ceremonial. (Big thanks to Chris Thorkelsen, President of Lloyd Companies !) Our 2022 officers, John Bayer (Pres), Lloyd Schipper (VP), Ken Hoyne, (Treas) and Dave Rowe (Sec) have agreed to stay on for 2023!

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SHRINE PATIENT CHRISTMAS PARTY

PHOTOS BY TOM ANDERSON

PHOTOS BY SHELBY DEVRIES

Past Potentate Jim Slater and his Lady Penny celebrate with the Shrine patients!

PHOTOS BY TOM ANDERSON

EL RIAD 2023 INSTALLATION

Paul Berndt strikes a pose!

Tony Bachman improvises with his Lady!

PHOTOS BY TOM ANDERSON

Shriner of the Year, Jeff Gamber

LEGACY SHRINERS

t a recent birthday party for Dar Hurd (92). Dar and his son Tom Hurd show the framed Legacy certificates recognizing their status as Legacy members. Darin became a Shriner on May 14, 1988 and Tom more recently joined in December of 2021.

Being a Mason Doesn’t make you better than everyone else. It just makes you a better you.

by Lonnie Bayer, President

game to any eighth grade or under student in Brookings County. This has allowed us to raise tens of thousands of dollars over the years, which are used to support our Shrine efforts.

The Brooking Shrine Club and patients pose with the Jackrabbit.

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Sweethearts Ball Sweethearts Ball

2.10.23

EL RIAD SHRINE

7:30 - 10:30 p.m.

Whether you are new to dance or have danced before, drop by to dance and listen to popular tunes from swingin' big band to today on the spacious dance floor at the El Riad downtown.

• 6:45 p.m. – Beginners Rumba lesson revs up the evening.

• 7:30 p.m. – The DJ spins tunes to take it to the floor. Enjoy swing, ballroom & Latin lessons through the evening.

• Learn the "Cupid Shuffle" & Ed Sheeran's "Give Me Shivers"

Costs: $14 per person $7 with a student ID

Grab your sweetheart, friends & family and join us to celebrate Valentine’s Day!

Dressy attire, business casual or red & pink to celebrate Valentintes.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY NOBLES!

February 2023

Nathan Bachman - 2/1

David Ohayon - 2/1

Sinan Taskin - 2/1

Mike Archer - 2/2

Roger Braaten - 2/2

Chad DeVries - 2/2

Larry Hosmer - 2/2

Max Jamison - 2/2

Mark Johnson - 2/2

Tim Bachman - 2/3

David Hosley - 2/3

William O’Connor - 2/3

Lloyd Salisbury - 2/3

Christopher Thompson - 2/3

Curt Hopkins - 2/4

Donald Johnson - 2/4

Dennis Klein - 2/4

Les Kruse - 2/4

Merle Larson - 2/5

Steven Morgan - 2/5

Mark Neuharth - 2/5

William Rise - 2/5

Ivan Scharffenberg - 2/5

Ronald Ingalls - 2/6

Erwin Seidschlaw - 2/6

Lee Andersen - 2/7

Adam Long - 2/7

H Riley - 2/7

Matthew Buenzow - 2/8

Wayne Freese - 2/8

Timothy Hudson - 2/8

Jeffrey Steele - 2/8

Maynard Townswick - 2/8

Rick Brownlee - 2/10

Gregory Dubois - 2/10

Cecil Graham - 2/10

Nicholas Brink - 2/11

Herbert Crissman - 2/11

Charles Gilson - 2/12

Edward Meyer - 2/12

James Alan Miskimins - 2/12

Timothy Wieker - 2/12

Clayton Wilhelm - 2/12

Andrew Boyd - 2/13

Terry Embertson - 2/13

James Gruye - 2/13

Andy Harries - 2/13

Jarold Hauff - 2/13

Mark Hensley - 2/13

Aaron Zahn - 2/13

Rahn Lund - 2/14

Mark Halvorson - 2/15

Matthew Leiss - 2/15

Matthew Sowden - 2/15

Chris Wasmund - 2/15

Kyle Gustafson - 2/16

Larry Hemmer - 2/16

John Nordlie - 2/16

David Strum - 2/16

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The person who took the time to ask your name, introduce you around or show you the ropes? If we’re lucky, we have one person in our lives who made a positive impact personally or professionally.

Being a Virtual Mentor is your opportunity to make the same difference in the life of a man on his way to becoming a Master Mason and Shriner. All it takes is willingness, enthusiasm and time.

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Timothy Wingen - 2/16

Troy Anderson - 2/17

Tom Kucera - 2/17

Scot Mundt - 2/17

Todd Schneider - 2/17

Stephen Brown - 2/18

Jonathan Kennedy - 2/18

Jack Nelson - 2/18

Marvin Nofziger - 2/18

Russ Olson - 2/18

Jon Woods - 2/18

Lonnie Merriman - 2/19

Michael Parkhill - 2/19

Stewart Turnwall - 2/20

Steven Clark - 2/21

Todd Robert Loomer - 2/21

Richard Viehweg - 2/21

Zachary Else - 2/22

Robert Fitch - 2/22

James Hoy - 2/22

Dustin Vostad - 2/22

Donald Koepp - 2/23

Ryan Boyd - 2/24

Jason Holzwarth - 2/24

Sawyer Stevens - 2/24

Kerby Weets - 2/24

Stefan Szwarc - 2/25

Jon Benson - 2/26

Jerry Joehnck - 2/26

Gary Rasmussen - 2/26

Terry Spitzenberger - 2/26

Austin Turbes - 2/26

Joseph Wager - 2/26

Steven Cain - 2/27

Gary Fischer - 2/27

Gary Ohnstad - 2/27

Barry Ortman - 2/27

Ryan Tysdal - 2/28

We do everything we can to be present. And still be part of history.

Getting to the

THE CACTUS INTERVIEW

What keeps you in Sioux Falls? I work for a fabulous company, and that is a big part of why I am in Sioux Falls. The overall quality of life, and size of the city are also big to us. Not too big, but not too small. Sioux Falls has all the things larger metro areas can offer.

Who was your Masonic sponsor, when did you join, and why did you become a Master Mason? John Archer. John worked on me for several years, but I finally took the steps and wish I had sooner.

Who was your Shrine sponsor, when did you join, and why did you become a Shriner? Again, my sponsor was John Archer. John did a great job in enlightening me on what it is we as Shriners do and the Shrine Hospital system. I was singing in a classical group that same year and learned that the Shrine had a men’s chorus. I was sold! Helping kids and being able to sing with a terrific group of men has been a great experience.

What is your favorite part of being a Masonic Shriner? As said above, being part of an organization that does meaningful work on behalf of kids that need the help. The fellowship and fraternal interactions with my unit and the overall group of Nobles is fun and has made me a better person.

What units and clubs have you been and/ or currently are a member? Currently I remain active in the Chanters. I have also been a part of the Membership committee, golf unit, and Shrine Football Game committees.

Tell us about your time as Chief of Staff for Illustrious Sir Ken Steele, things that went well, what were the challenges, and what it meant to you: Ken was a great Potentate! One that really had a passion for our fraternity and the work we do. Being Chief of Staff for Ken was very rewarding. I became even more knowledgeable on all the workings of the Shrine. I had never regularly attended monthly Stated Meetings. As Chief of Staff, I attended all of them, and really found them to be a great way to stay informed and offer suggestions. We all as Nobles should make a better effort to attend the monthly Stated Meetings. The challenges were mostly with scheduling and timing, but the benefits of having served as Ken’s Chief of Staff far outweighed the challenges.

What committees and roles have you been a part of over the years? And what was your favorite memory? See above. Lots of many fun memories. The times when people stop me in a parade, or after any Shrine event and thank me for being part of an organization that helps kids are all “feel good” events!

What has been your involvement with the shrine and its units/committees meant to you? Getting involved helps me as a noble be more informed and updated on the happenings in the Shrine. I do not feel I am an effective member of any group if I do not stay involved and do all I can to stay informed.

How does your Lady feel about your Shrine involvement? She has embraced it what I am doing. We both can look

Dave Bangasser

back and honestly say that we have made lifelong friends due to my involvement.

Describe El Riad Shrine in five words: Meaningful, impactful, fun, fellowship, rewarding.

What would you tell shriners and their families about joining our family, fraternity and philanthropy? If you are looking for

an opportunity to be part of a wonderful organization, please consider the Masons/ Shriners. If you are like me, you will wish that you had found them sooner. If you are one that has been pondering the decision for some time, join! You will wish you done it sooner.

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Since the founding of Shriners Hospitals in 1922, about $5.5 billion has been spent to provide quality and compassionate medical care to more than 675,000 children with orthopedic problems, severe burn injuries or spinal cord injuries. Most of these services are paid for by the Shriners Hospitals for Children Endowment Fund.

Without this fund, Shriners Hospitals would not be able to ensure optimum and compassionate patient care. In order to meet the needs of thousands of children in need of the expert care Shriners Hospitals provide, the endowment fund must continue to grow during these times of increasing cost of medical care.

Since approximately 95 percent of the annual Shriners Hospitals for Children operating budget will be spent in direct support of the 22 hospitals, your gift to its endowment fund is a gift to one of the world’s “purest” philanthropies.

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CAMDEN DRESSES AS HIS FAVORITE CLINICIAN

amden is receiving specialized burn care at Shriners Children’s Boston. When Camden arrived for a recent appointment at Shriners Children’s Boston, employees thought they must be seeing double!

Much to their delight, Camden was dressed as Chief of Staff Robert L. Sheridan, M.D. His visit was right around Halloween and Cam wanted to mark the occasion with a holiday costume celebrating one of his favorite clinicians. Scrubs, a white coat and stethoscope completed the look.

Cam was 18 months old when he was burned after accidentally touching the hot engine of a push leaf blower while his family was working at their property. Cam’s parents, Erin and Jeff, knew that his hand needed immediate attention and took him to a local hospital. Clinicians there examined Cam’s injury, determined he would need specialized burn care, and arranged for a transport to Shriners Children’s Boston. When the family arrived, Cam’s care team was waiting in his room. After examining his burn injury, staff members debrided and bandaged the wound. Debriding a burn wound involves removing the damaged tissue, which helps with healing. The next day Cam was fitted for a hand cast and started physical therapy. Cam was in the hospital for three days, and then traveled to Shriners Children’s Boston from his home in Western Massachusetts every other day for about two months.

Now almost 5 and past the initial phase of his recovery, Cam returns to Shriners Children’s Boston for follow up visits every 4-6 months. His care team regularly assesses how well his hand is healing and closely monitors its range of motion. As a child grows, their burn scars do not grow with them and follow-up procedures are sometimes necessary to achieve optimum use. The degree of range of motion that Cam achieves with his injured hand will help determine future treatment.

As Erin reflected on the accident that injured Cam, she noted, “You never think this could be your child, that your baby could be hurt like this. However, there is a light to be seen through this grim event.”

Erin shared that, especially in the first few days after Cam’s injury, talking to other parents of children with burn injuries helped. “I will never forget going to the play area

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with Cam on the second day and talking to a mother who had been there for three months with her infant.” Erin recalls being struck by the progress the baby had made, as well as the child’s happiness and excitement. “It gave me hope that someday Cam too would be able to use his hands again as he once had,” she said.

The Shriners Children’s Boston child life specialists were very important in making Cam feel comfortable during such a scary time. Erin said that they were particularly impactful when Cam needed a skin graft last year. “I can’t imagine having gone through this experience without them,” she added.

Erin also shared how her family’s time at Shriners Children’s Boston has given them hope in ways they were not expecting. “Being at Shriners has given me hope in more ways than just with Camden. It has given me hope for our future society. Watching the children interact with one another, not judging each other, not letting languages be a barrier and immediately accepting each other as friends proved that there is hope for our world,” Erin said.

The family has many favorite moments at Shriners

Children’s, including attending celebrations around the holidays and participating in pet therapy. And of course, Cam has loved the Halloween celebrations. For parents of children who have sustained burn injuries, the journey toward healing and recovery can sometimes feel very long. For Erin and her family, it sometimes felt like they were in a dark tunnel. “But if you stop and think of the bright lights guiding you to the sunshine, you realize there are more than you can count. The doctors, nurses, therapists, security staff, child life specialists, administrative assistants and all other employees give you the willpower to stay strong for your child and for yourself,” she said.

For Cam, some employees in particular have really made an impression. “Cam’s physical therapist Aimee and his surgeon Dr. Sheridan have truly changed our lives. They both have been with Cam since day one. He asks for them every time we have an appointment in ‘my Boston’ as he calls it. They are our family’s guardian angels! He also adores Ernesto in patient registration. He loves to talk to him when we check in and out,” said Erin.

When Cam came in for that clinic appointment dressed as Dr. Sheridan, he made sure to visit with some of his Shriners Children’s Boston friends, who were touched by the creativity and thoughtfulness of his costume.

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EL RIAD SHRINE STATED MEETING

by John Whitelock P.P., Recorder

November 9, 2022 • El Riad Temple • Sioux Falls, South Dakota

he meeting was opened at 7:00 p.m. by Potentate Jim Slater. Noble George Hamilton gave the invocation. Potentate Slater then led the Nobles in the Shrine Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes of the Stated Meeting held on October 12, 2022, were, upon proper motion and second, approved as printed and distributed.

Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Maury Richard P.P. gave the Treasurer’s report for October 31, 2022. Upon proper motion and second, the Treasurer’s report was approved.

Building and Entertainment Committee Report: Chief Rabban Leo Baumgart announced the following matters addressed by the B&E Committee:

• The programming for the AV equipment should be completed on 11/10/22.

• The carpet and tile have been cleaned. The B&E Committee is investigating different flooring options to replace the carpet.

• The restroom remodeling project is going forward. The anticipated start date is 4/1/23.

• An exhaust fan has been installed under the dance floor and three vents cut into the floor in order to alleviate the high humidity under the floor.

• The B&E Committee has begun advertising for the venue sales position.

• The groom room will be cleaned out and furnishings ordered.

Upon proper motion and second, the Building and Entertainment Committee Report was approved.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Chief of Staff: Chief of Staff Brian Schultz reminded the nobility of the Nobles’ Party on November 12, the Capitol Christmas Tree lighting ceremony on November 22, and the Clown Unit Thanksgiving Party on November 23.

Membership: Co-Chairman Bill Thompson thanked all for their involvement in the Fall Ceremonial, where seven new nobles were created. He announced that there will be a Cold Sands ceremonial on December 7 at 6:00 p.m. Noble Thompson thanked the members of Minnehaha Lodge #5 and El Riad’s Captain of the Guard Tony Bachman for organizing degree work for eight

Masonic candidates at the Brookings Lodge.

Masonic Relations: Chairman Noble Jim Hoy provided to the nobility news of the Masonic lodges as follows: Unity stated meeting on November 10; Worthing stated meeting on November 10; Minnehaha participating in the Parade of Lights on November 25; Minnehaha holding a stated meeting and MM degree on December 1; Unity stated meeting on December 8; and Worthing’s Breakfast with Santa on December 10.

Circus Committee: Chairman Jeff Landborg announced that El Riad will begin taking credit cards at the concession and novelty stands at the 2023 circus, and that plans are being made to acquire the technology to do this. There is an increased need for ushers during all shows, and the committee will be meeting with the units and clubs to find more volunteers for those positions. There will be more meetings of the smaller groups of the various subcommittee chairs in order to focus on specific needs. In 2023, there will be no circus in Windom, MN, and that another show could be added to the Yankton schedule.

Communications: Public Relations chairman Rocky Hayes announced that Noble Ken Ward is auctioning six Minnesota Vikings tickets for their November 24 game in Minneapolis, and the proceeds of the auction will benefit the Shrine Football Committee. There will be a wine pairing event at the Shrine on November 29, hosted by Lady Penny Slater. El Riad’s social media is being noticed locally and nationally. Empire Magazine, based in Sioux Falls, has published two recent articles, which highlighted the Arkota Ballroom, and the annual Shrine football game. Three patient videos were made in 2022 for the ceremonials and the football game. Three patient ambassadors were our guests at the recent football game.

Hospital Transportation: On behalf of the ad hoc Hospital Transportation Committee and its members Leo Baumgart, Mark Richard, and Jim Burma, PP, Recorder Whitelock briefed the nobility on Board of Directorsapproved changes to components of patient transportation to Shriners Children’s facilities. These changes include providing a flat mileage rate for parent-driven trips; providing a meal allowance of $60 daily for the parent and patient; initiating air travel for patients from Sioux Falls

rather than Omaha, NE; insuring that our Roadrunners remain active in patient transportation needs; and reducing our van fleet from five vans to three vans. In the past two years, there has been a large increase in the number of parent-driven trips with a concurrent decrease in the number of Shrine van trips, and the changes noted are in response to the new trends. These changes are planned for implementation on or around 1/1/23.

Divan Reports: High Priest & Prophet Mark Richard reported on the Clown Unit, Motor Corps, and Sprint Cars. 1st Ceremonial Master Steve Haase reported on the Directors Staff, Classie Autos, the Legion of Honor, Culinary Unit, and the Patient Christmas Party. 2nd Ceremonial Master Bill Thompson reported on the

Rickshaws, Shutterbugs/Pixels, and the Provost Unit. Oriental Guide Scott Denney reported on the Steel Drum Band, Chanters, Horse Corps, the Lewis & Clark Shrine Club, and the Ski Club. Marshal Paul Berndt reported on the Twin Lakes Shrine Club, Watertown Shrine Unit, and the Blast and Cast Unit. Outer Guard John Schuety reported on the Big Band/Last Call Band. Captain of the Guard Tony Bachman reported on the Brookings Shrine Club, Back 40 Boys, and the Hillbillies.

There being no further business to come before the body, Potentate Slater thanked the Provosts for tiling the doors. A motion was made and seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:19 p.m. The motion was approved.

December 14, 2022 • El Riad Temple

he meeting was opened at 7:03 p.m. by Chief Rabban Leo Baumgart. Chaplain Paul Buriak gave the invocation. Chief Rabban Baumgart then led the Nobles in the Shrine Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes of the Stated Meeting held on November 9, 2022, were, upon proper motion and second, approved as printed and distributed.

Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer Maury Richard P.P. gave the Treasurer’s report for November 30, 2022.

Treasurer Richard thanked the units and clubs for their generous donations to the good of El Riad at the 2022 Fall Ceremonial.

Chief Rabban Baumgart introduced the first reading of the proposed 2023 annual budget to the nobility The budget was estimated very conservatively as there are many unknowns at this time regarding the various temple fundraising revenues. Upon proper motion and second, and following discussion, the proposed budget was approved by the nobility. The second and final reading of the proposed budget will be made at the Annual Meeting on January 14, 2023.

Upon proper motion and second, the Treasurer’s report was approved.

Building and Entertainment Committee Report: Chief Rabban Baumgart announced the following matters addressed by the B&E Committee:

The remodeling of the three restrooms will commence on or about March 25 and conclude by April 30. A general contractor has been hired. The estimated cost of the project is $89,000. Materials for the project have been ordered so that product is on hand and hopefully not affected by

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

supply chain issues. The only event booked during that time period will go forth, with priority put on completing the ladies’ and ADA restroom first.

Upon proper motion and second, the Building and Entertainment Committee Report was approved.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Chief of Staff: Chief of Staff Brian Schultz informed the nobility that he had no report as his work is done. Chief Rabban Baumgart thanked him for the hard work and organizational skills he displayed during his year as Chief of Staff.

Membership: Co-Chairman Bill Thompson thanked the membership team for a great year of work, and also thanked the nobility for recruiting new nobles. He announced that six new nobles were created at the cold sands ceremonial on December 7. Noble Thompson asked the nobility to look ahead to the Spring Masonic Festival on March 31-April 1, 2023. He also announced that Noble Reid Jensen will head El Riad’s public relations efforts in 2023, and Noble Rocky Hayes will keep charge of the Cactus and social media.

Sportsman’s Classic: Chairman John Schuety told the nobility that the final meeting of the group will be on December 21 to finalize the revenue numbers. He and Chief Rabban Baumgart thanked all who were involved in this event, whether working it or attending it. Noble Dustin Knutson, president of the Corn Palace Shrine Club, spoke via Zoom regarding their Sportsman’s Classic. He related that they had great attendance at their event and exceeding 2021’s revenues by several thousand dollars. Chief Rabban Baumgart thanked Noble Knutson and the Mitchell

nobility for the good work they do for the Shrine and for the funds they consistently donate to the fraternity and the philanthropy.

Masonic Relations: Chairman Noble Jim Hoy provided to the nobility news of the Masonic lodges as follows: Trinity stated meeting on January 2; Minnehaha stated meeting on January 5; Minnehaha conferring the EA degree on January 19; SD Grand Lodge winter meeting in Pierre on January 21; Unity conferring the EA degree on January 26; and Unity hosting a family night at Air Madness on January 28.

Divan Reports: High Priest & Prophet Mark Richard reported on the Clown Unit, Motor Corps, Sprint Cars and the Roadrunners. 2nd Ceremonial Master Bill Thompson reported on the Rickshaws, Shutterbugs/Pixels, and the Provost Unit. Oriental Guide Scott Denney reported on the Steel Drum Band, Chanters, Horse Corps, the Lewis & Clark Shrine Club, and the Ski Club. Marshal Paul Berndt reported on the Watertown Shrine Unit, and the Blast and Cast Unit. Outer Guard John Schuety reported on the Big Band/Last Call Band and the Rosebud Shrine Club.

Trip Reports: Chief Rabban Baumgart reported on the Capitol Christmas Tree lighting ceremony and

the pilgrimage taken by El Riad nobles and ladies to the event in Pierre. El Riad, Naja and Yelduz temples jointly sponsored the feature tree, decorated in festive Shrine paraphernalia, in the Capitol Rotunda for the 2022 Christmas season. The ceremony, hosted by Governor Kristi Noem and with Shrine patient Gavin and his family in attendance, was televised in South Dakota, and Shriners both locally and nationally received a great amount of recognition.

For the Good of the Order: Noble Jeff Landborg reported on the annual Patient Christmas Party. 30 patients and 75 family members attended, and 30 Shrine volunteers were present to work the event to the pleasure of the patients and families. Chief Potentate’s Aide Dave Murphy thanked the Pote’s Aides for their hard work in 2022 and presented each with a gift. Chief Rabban Baumgart thanked the nobles, units and clubs, and the Divan for all their hard work and dedication in 2022.

There being no further business to come before the body, Chief Rabban Baumgart thanked the Provosts for tiling the doors. A motion was made and seconded to adjourn the meeting at 7:42 p.m. The motion was approved.

2023 EL RIAD UNIT & CLUB CONTACT LIST

All cities are in South Dakota unless otherwise noted. (605) is the area code for all South Dakota phone numbers.

BACK 40 BOYS

President: Clayton Wilhelm (Holly)

1401 S. Lindenwald Dr., Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (605) 759-2966 clayton.j.wilhelm@gmail.com

(As Called)

BIG BAND

President: John Bayer (Janean)

1511 Riverdale Rd., Sioux Falls, SD 57105 (605) 360-1204 jbayer254@hotmail.com

(Unit Meets for Ceremonials)

BIG BEND SHRINE CLUB

President: Claude Olson

26959 Farmers Rd., Platte, SD 57369 (605)680-0728 claudeolson49@icloud.com

(Meeting dates as called)

BLAST & CAST

President: Kevin Wohlleber (Laurie)

1204 W. Whispering St., Sioux Falls, SD 57108 (605) 376-4337 absolutecomfort@sio.midco.net

(Meets 3rd Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

BLAST & CAST NORTH

President: Eric Caulfield (Jessie)

315 Bentley Ave., Bradley, SD 57217 (605) 237-6863 ecaulfield@itctel.com

(As Called)

BROOKINGS SHRINE CLUB

President: Robby Flint (Donna)

1703 Calumet Rd., Brookings, SD 57006 (605) 696-0143 donna.flint@sdstate.edu

(Meets 2nd Thursday, 6:00 p.m. @ Cubbies)

CHANTERS

President: Evan Brink (Jean Saunders)

2105 W. 16th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57104

(605) 212-4544 brinkster_e@yahoo.com

(Rehearsal every Tuesday @ 7 p.m., Social @ 8 p.m.)

CLASSIE AUTOS

President: David Wilson (Charyl) 2409 S. Sheffield Cr., Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (605) 413-5597 davwilson@sio.midco.net

(Meets 2nd Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

CLOWNS

Big Clown: Kevin Wingert 4601 E. Clark St., Apt. 2, Sioux Falls, SD 57110 (605) 730-0150 wingertk23@gmail.com

(Meets 1st Thursday @ 6:30 p.m.)

CORN PALACE SHRINE CLUB

President: Dustin Knutson (Amanda) 25021 402nd Ave., Mitchell SD 57301 (605) 630-0463 dustink@boydsgunstocks.com

(Meets last Thursday @ 6:30 p.m.)

CULINARY UNIT

President: Steven Hauff (Susan) 904 Ridge Rd., Sioux Falls, SD 57105-5047 (605) 376-2452 steve@dakotasportsonline.com

(Meets as called)

DANCE CLUB

President: Chris Karr (Erika) 7421 W. Luke, Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (605) 695-0391 ckarr@silveradostud.com

(Meets 3rd Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

DIRECTOR’S STAFF

President: Jeremy Reimer (Sheila) 7025 W. 56th St. #1, Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (605) 496-3890 jeremy.c.reimer@gmail.com

(Meets 3rd Thursday @ 7:00 p.m.)

FIFE & DRUM CORPS

Brigadier: Scott Nepp (Virginia) 301 N. Grange Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (605) 413-9044 scottnepp@gmail.com

(Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 7:30 p.m.)

GOPHER SHRINE CLUB

President: Michael Simon (Marlene) 47373 Co. Rd. 51, Windom, MN 56101 (507) 822-2500 simonmn@rrcnet.org

(Meets as called)

HIGHLANDERS PIPE & DRUM

President: David Wooters (Julie)

217 S. Country Club Ave., Brandon, SD 57005 (605) 261-3531 wootspad@alliancecom.net

(Meets 2nd & 4th Mondays @ 6:00 p.m.)

HILLBILLY OUTHOUSE #1

President: Matt Gage (Amy)

2420 S. 2nd Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105 (605) 251-9465 info@mattgage.net

(Meets 3rd Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

HORSE CORPS

Trail Boss: Cal Wheeler (Donnel)

229 N. Euclid Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57104 (605) 310-9185 calwheeler53@gmail.com

(Meets last Saturday @ 10:00 a.m.)

LEGION OF HONOR

Commander: Ron Hammer

3011 N Highland Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104 605-201-2682 hammerman6543@yahoo.com

(Meets 1st Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

LEWIS & CLARK SHRINE CLUB

President: Doug Kristensen

401 E. Grant St., Wausa, NE 68786 (402) 360-3492 boneskr@hotmail.com

(Meets 2nd Tuesday @ 6:30 p.m. Social/Eat; Mtg @ 8:00)

MOTOR CORPS

Commander: Bill Thompson (Kim)

2009 S. Firefly Dr., Sioux Falls, SD 57110 (712) 204-2827 bill.thompson.j13x@statefarm.com

(Meets 3rd Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

ORIENTAL BAND

President: Dan Altenburg

1412 S. Western Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105 (605) 209-3327 dan.j.altenburg@gmail.com

(Meets Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m.)

PARKER SHRINE CLUB

President: TBD

(Meets as called)

PROVOST

Chief: Bill Rise (Tami)

1000 N. 6 Mile Rd., Sioux Falls, SD 57110 (605) 360-7611 rise_william@hotmail.com

(Meets 4th Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

RICKSHAWS

Emperor: James Goering (Mandy) 704 Royal Ave., Crooks, SD 57020 (605) 370-3976 james.goering@hotmail.com

(Meets 1st Tuesday @ 6:00 p.m.)

RITUALISTIC

President: Thomas Lewis

4000 S. Homerun Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57110 (240) 274-8276 tlewis2002@comcast.net

(Meets as called)

ROADRUNNERS

President: James Dewey (Lisa) 7512 W. 58th St., Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (605) 731-9330 roadrunnershriner@gmail.com

(Meets as called)

ROSEBUD SHRINE CLUB

President: Richard Ringstmeyer (Janet) 27968-318th Ave., Winner, SD 57580-6441 (605) 840-0032 rjringstmeyer@goldenwest.net

(Meets 1st Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

SHUTTERBUGS

President: Tom Anderson (Jane) 47948 Copperwood Ct., Harrisburg, SD 57032 (605) 366-6238 roadwarriortma@gmail.com

(Meets last Wednesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

PIXELS

President: Shelby DeVries (Chad) 300 N. Pennsylvannia Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57107 shelbysundvold@gmail.com

(Meets with Shutterbugs)

PROVOST

Chief: Bill Rise (Tami)

1000 N. 6 Mile Rd., Sioux Falls 57110 (605) 360-7611 rise_william@hotmail.com

(Meets 4th Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

SKI CLUB

President: Paul Maxwell

2903 E. Bragstad Dr., Sioux Falls SD 57103, (605) 370-9920 paulcmaxwell@yahoo.com

(Meets as called)

SPRINT CARS

President: A. J. Richard (Kayla) 921 S. Conklin Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57103 (605) 940-7473 alexanderjamesrichard@gmail.com

(Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesdays @ 6:30 p.m.)

STEEL DRUM BAND

President: Bruce Wentzel (Bonnie Overweg) PO Box 91014, Sioux Falls, SD 57109 (605) 366-8137 tec_dist@hotmail.com

(Meets 2nd, 3rd & 4th Thursdays @ 7:00 p.m.)

TWIN LAKES SHRINE CLUB

President: Steven Walker (Betty) 916 N. Washington Ave., Madison SD 57042 (605) 270-9041 walkersb55@yahoo.com

(Meets 1st Tuesday @ 7:00 p.m.)

WATERTOWN SHRINE CLOWNS

President: Jeff Gamber (Annette) 805 13th St., Watertown, SD 57201 (605) 881-3974 jeff@countyfairwatertown.com

(Meets 4th Thursday, dinner @ 6 p.m., meeting @ 6:30 p.m.)

WORTHINGTON SHRINE CLUB

President: TBD

(Meets as called)

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Congratulations to Todd Nelson for being named to the 2018 Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors” list.

Todd was ranked #1 in the state of South Dakota.

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PARTING SHOT

The Shrine Patient Christmas Party would not be a success with out the many helping hands from our Shriners, their families and numerous volunteers!

PHOTO BY TOM ANDERSON