El Riad Cactus, June/July 2023

Parade

Twin Cities Hospital Board of Governors

And much more!

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

There are lot of events that make you think it is Spring. One of those is the El Riad Shrine Circus, and what a Circus it was. The Circus was a awesome show and it brought so many smiles to “Ladies and Gentlemen and Children of all ages”. I had the pleasure of visiting and helping work at the Chamberlain and Mitchell Circuses for a short period as well attending all 9 of the Sioux Falls performances and to see it takes a tremendous amount of work from all of the dedicated nobles and their families and friends to make these circuses the success we are so grateful for. Just for the Sioux Falls circus it takes 200-250 volunteers for everyone of the nine performances, I know of no other Temple that enjoys that dedicated participation from their Nobility and family and friends. The Yankton Circus is June 22-23 and the Winner Circus is June 24. A huge thank you to all of those who volunteered to bring all the smiles to the circus goers.

The units get the Motorcycles, Sprint cars, Stage coach & horses, Clown scooters and Drift Trikes among many other items out and serviced to make ready for the parade season. One of the mile stones for me is having that first Parade of the season, it was Sunday, May 7 and for the first time I sat on the side of the street and enjoyed the parade with First Lady Deb, my granddaughter - Charlee, her

friend DeLani, Rhonda Denney and Paul Berndt, it was great, although I think I ate too many tootsie rolls. The Steel Drummers even dusted off the drums, they must have worked in a little time for practice, they sounded fantastic. BUT it is hard to beat parading with your unit and seeing all of the smiling faces as you pass. Thank you to all of the units who participated in the Brandon Parade.

OFFICIAL CALL OF THE POTENTATE: NOBILITY OF EL RIAD MONTHLY

STATED MEETINGS

June 10, 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

Parading is a true indicator of spring yet we Nobles have a very important event we look forward to every spring, the 292nd Ceremonial of the 135th year of the El Riad Shrine Temple was celebrated on Saturday, May 6, what a huge success it was. Bill Thompson did a masterful job as 1st Ceremonial master. Due to all of the endless hours of work by the Membership Committee chaired by John Archer and Charles Brown, El Riad created 16 new Nobles as we added to our El Riad Shrine family. We hope to add another 5-7 in Cold Sand in the near future. This Ceremonial was dedicated to Noble Don Maxon, a very deserving individual created as a Noble of El Riad in 1999. Don is a long time member of the Circus committee heading up the Safety sub committee during the Circus performances and organizing of out of town ticket sales. Don is a long time active member of the infamous Oriental Band, presiding as President in 2008 & 2009, he also served as a Potentate’s Aid. Thank you Don for your contribution in making El Riad the outstanding Temple we are.

PHOTO BY STEVE HAASE

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

Leo Baumgart, Potentate Executive Committee Chairman, 2023 Cactus

UPCOMING EVENTS

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

On the Cover...

Potentate Leo Baumgart and his Lady Debbie celebrate the beginning of the Circus with an elephant ride! It was amazing to see the smiles on all the ladies and gentleman, boys and girls as they enjoyed the show!

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

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

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

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 Board of Trustees

David Neiman, PP, Chairman

Thomas Benz

Loren Eggebraaten, PP

Edward Anstine, PP

Charles Brown, PP

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.

Photo by Josh Jurgens

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Thank you to my wonderful wife, Debbie for the job she did with the ladies luncheon, she emphatically claimed it was the hard work of all of the ladies that helped her, she could not have done it with out their help, I was told some guy named “Mitch” played a huge part of the success.

Big Thank you to Chief of Staff, Todd Schmidt, Asst Chief of Staff,Dave Murphy and Chris “Morrie” Morrison and his band of “Potes AIDS”. Thank you to all of the Divan and their ladies and Past Potentate Ladies, and all of the dedicated people who helped make this fantastic day a huge success, what a phenomenal job done by all!

The Board of Governors Town Hall was May 18 and we had a big turn out to this wonderful opportunity Past Potentate and Vice Chair of the Midwest Region Hospital BOG has brought to El Riad. We learned a lot about the

Shriners Childrens Health System.

Looking forward to seeing you all at the Pote’s all unit Parade in Dell Rapids on June 24 with Oasis to follow parade.

The Imperial Session will be held in Charlotte, NC and El Riad will be taking a small voting contingent.

Shriners Children’s Twin Cities Gala is June 2 and El Riad will have a large contingent of Nobles and Ladies attending as a sponsor of the Gala.

That’s all for now, so let’s all go out and have some summer fun.

Baumgart

EL RIAD SHRINE BATHROOM REMODEL LOOKS GREAT!

Leo

Potentate El Riad 2023

CIRCUS SUPPORTERS

Our thanks to these Nobles for buying their circus coupons for the kids! It’s not too late to support our circus — our largest fraternal fundraiser. If you haven’t returned your coupons and donation please take a moment and do so now. Additional donors will be listed in the next issue of the Cactus Thank you for your support!

Richard Alick

Keith Backer

Jason Behrens

Kevin Boysen

Clarence Brown

Steve Burtis

Chad DeVries

Russell Dean

Timothy Dunn

James Ellis

Richard Johnson

Rocky Jones

Dennis Klein

Thomas Lewis

Gordon Marquardt

Charles Meyer

Grant Nehman

Todd A. Nelson

Duane Pingeon

Dieter Proehl

George Thielsen

Bill Schepeler

Fred Schilmoeller

Terry Spitzenberger

David Stoterau

Steven Webb

HONORARY RINGMASTERS

Special thanks to Robert Koletzky for his generosity in becoming “Honorary Ringmasters” for this year’s Shrine Circus.

CIRCUS...CIRCUS...CIRCUS!

Wow, where to begin?

Let’s start with Circus Days. What a tremendous opportunity to partner with Nyberg’s Ace and bring back Circus Days! I would like to thank Aaron Zahn and Reid Jensen for their invaluable help in planting the seed for the return of Circus Days. A special shout out goes to Marin Nyberg for making that seed grow! There was a short window of time to make all the arrangements but “we” were able to make it happen and happen it did! The effort involved to staff all FIVE Nyberg Ace locations did not take place without the help of several Shrine Units. A big Thank You goes out to; the Blast & Cast, the Clowns, the Culinary Unit, the Hillbillies, the Motor Corps, the Rickshaws, the Shutterbugs and Pixels, the Sprint Cars and the Steel Drums! Included in that Thank You are several members of the Circus Committee and other Nobles from El Riad too numerous to mention. You all did such a spectacular job that you get to come back and do it again next year, and the year after that, and the year after that! Noble Kevin Nyberg, was so impressed and enthusiastic that he wants to “…do it bigger and better next year.” Now, I don’t know

by Jeff Landborg, Circus Chairman

what that means but I am diffidently in favor of it!

On to the Circus! The 2023 Circus year kicked off with 4 shows in Chamberlain, SD on April 17 and 18. A big Thank You goes out to all the members of the Big Bend Shrine Club along with the Mitchell Shrine Club and all the other Nobles from the surrounding area. You all do an outstanding job of getting our Shrine Circus season off to a great start! Next up, starting April 20, were 9 shows over 4 days in Sioux Falls, SD. Since we didn’t have a Circus in 2020 and 2021 it was safe to say that we had some rust to knock off in 2022. There were NO signs of that rust in 2023. Great recovery, everybody! Our Novelties department (the Clowns) benefited from the purge that took place in 2022. For the most part, all of our old novelties were sold or disposed of and we started 2023 with fresh inventory.

During our first meeting of the year, the Circus Committee took a look at a couple of issues from the past few years. We had some great discussions and made some changes that we thought would work the best for everybody. This included earlier start times for the first two shows on Saturday. The earlier start times allowed us to get the crowds into and out the Arena in a timely manner,

clean up properly between shows, rally and then get ready for the next show. We also found a better and simpler way to mark our reserved seating areas. This went a long way improve the communication between our Ushers and our guests as to where the reserved seating and general admission seating began and ended. Speaking of Ushers, we made increasing the number of Ushers per show a priority this year. And that message was well received! I want to thank the Divan Liaison’s for all their help in spreading that message. I can’t remember the last time I saw so many ushers. It made a huge improvement on getting guests in into their seats and helping to start the shows on time. Let’s keep that momentum going!

The biggest curve ball that we had to deal with in Sioux Falls this year was the switching from the sale of fountain pop to bottles of pop. Unfortunately, we only had a one week notice to address the change. There are some definite positives associated with no more fountain pop like; no ice, no cups, no lids, no straws and the biggest positive was no spills and no sticky floors! I want to Thank all the Floor Mangers for dealing with this new logistical challenge. You guys didn’t lose your cool. You got to work and tackled this issue with the typical El Riad tradition of…just getting it done! To all the volunteers that worked the concession stands, thank you for also handling this new challenge as well. We now know what we are up against with the handling of pop bottles and will have a strategy in place for next year to keep all the stock cold and readily available.

Next up on the calendar was the Mitchell Shrine Circus. The Mitchell Shrine Club started their Circus season on April 24 with 5 shows over 3 days in the historic Corn Palace in Mitchell, SD. If you haven’t seen it, this year’s theme on the outside of the Corn Palace is the Shrine Circus. Mitchell’s own, Troy Magnuson (aka Pop Corn) is featured on one of the murals! What an

awesome and well-deserved honor. I recently found out (even though they have been doing it for decades) that Mitchell actually has 6 shows not 5. The 6th show is by invite only. The reason for the extra show is to service the need for handicapped seating of which the Corn Palace has a limited number. The Mitchell Shine Club mails out a special invitation to all the local nursing homes within about a 50-mile radius. The show will host nearly 300 Guests. The performance is moved to the center ring only and uses the two outer rings for seating. This awesome idea is typical of what we do as Shriners. The Mitchell Shrine Club would like to thank The Mitchell Technical Collage Nursing Class for their invaluable help in making this special show a success.

Finally, some well deserved rest before the Shrine Circus returns in June. The Yankton Shine Club will host one evening show each on Thursday and Friday nights starting June 22 at the NFFA Easton Yankton Archery Complex in Yankton, SD. The Yankton Shrine Circus will be moving from a 2-show day/night schedule over one day, to one show night/night schedule over two days. This is something new for Yankton and everybody expects in to be a very successful change. Last but not least will be the final show in the 2023 Shrine Circus year in Winner, SD. The Rosebud Shrine Club will host one show on June 25 at the Winner, SD Tripp County Rodeo Grounds. Please check out Shrine Circus dates and times at elriad.org

In parting, I would like to thank Rob Angerhofer for stepping up to be the Assistant Circus Chairman for this year and next year. Rob will take over the position of Chairman in 2025.

To the all the Nobles of El Riad, their Ladies, Family and Friends…AWESOME JOB! THANK YOU!

JUNE 2023

MEMORIALS & CONTRIBUTIONS

TRANSPORTATION FUND

In Memory of Dave Doeringsfeld:

John & Kelly Clark

Mary Ann & John Clark

Randall & Linda Zitterkopf

Mark Svartoien

Steve & Georgia Albrecht

Daniel & Karen Peterson

Vickie Anderson

Margaret Oliver

Garry & Gloria Scott

Mark & Karen Worner

In Memory of Robert Pfeifer, PP: Richard & Cindy Osvog

In Memory of Joe Rowa: Richard & Cindy Osvog

In Memory of Ralph Westergaard:

Sharon Ruiz

In Memory of Jim Halpin: Jean Halpin & Family

Enid Kinkead

BLACK CAMEL

NORMAN F. WESSELS

Luverne, MN

In Honor of Tristin Schlechter: Dick Schlechter

In Memory of Tim Albrecht: Warren & Corlynn Wilbeck

Donation:

Anonymous

License Decals: Jeremy Simon

Chuck Ihlen

Larry Narum

HOSPITAL FUND

In Memory of Clare O. Vollan: Bill Anderson

Donation: Laura & Chad Swier

Aug. 28, 1928 – May 17, 2023

Created: Nov. 6, 1976

WAYNE A. WETZBARGER

Madison, SD

Sept. 24, 1954 – May 5, 2023

Created: Nov. 2, 2013

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

EL RIAD BIG BAND

by Dave Rowe, Secretary

The Big Band played for Dance Club on April 14 and as of this writing, warming up for Ceremonial on May 5. We completed our trailer remodel during the winter, so it is ready to parade.

By the time you have received this, our trumpet section plus invited “everyone else’s trumpet” will have played “Taps Across America” on the sidewalk in front of the building on Memorial Day at 3 p.m.!

The Band has ordered new jackets. Yes, the tan, older jackets are giving way to new burgundy blazers that will almost match our fez color. Thanks to Steve and Jerry at Dakota Lettering/Sports for working with us on ordering and pocket patch design!! We will have them for fall ceremonial, but hopefully for a Dance Club gig this summer!

In other news, “Last Call” rock band is practicing some new tunes to add to our selection for the summer “gigs”. Our practice sessions are on occasional Sunday nights at 5:30 at the Shrine. “Last Call” has a full summer schedule and now working on some possibilities for the fall and into 2024. These “gigs” are all free, so welcome to join us anywhere. (Guess you might want to know someone at the private parties !)

Before I post the dates, here is some interesting “fun facts” about the 9 band members:

• 3 are current or former Military members representing Army, Navy and Air force

• 4 members belong to Peace Lutheran, 3 of which play in the church band and one of them is the Musical Director for the church!

• 2 are music instructors

• 4 members play more than one instrument

• 3 members are Pres, VP and Sec of the Shrine Big Band

• 4 are previous Lincoln High School band members.

We’d love to have Shriners in the crowd anywhere we go, so here is the confirmed list for this summer, in case you can join us. With the exception of the private parties, any of you and friends and family are welcome to join us and it is FREE!

We still enjoy putting out the “Tip Jar” which proceeds go to the Children’s Transportation Fund. Our good friends at Lloyd Companies have joined us in the promotion and will match any donations we get, during the year, up to $5,000! So…hopefully, we have a BIG check to hand Pote Leo at the FALL Ceremonial!!

SUMMER SCHEDULE

(Dates to be added as they get confirmed)

• June 14, 7-8:30, Beresford in the Park, Beresford, SD

• June 23, Wedding dance at the Shrine

• June 24, Midwest Honor Flight Reunion, Sioux Falls Arena

• June 29, 7-9:30 p.m., Thursday Night in the Park, Parkston, SD

• July 1, Afternoon Hours, Barefoot Bar, Lake Okoboji, IA

• July 2, Private Party, Lake Madison

• July 12, 6-9 p.m., Hot Summer Nights

(beginning of the Black Hills Corvette Classic) W.H. Lyons Fairgrounds, Free admission and hundreds of corvettes to look at!

• July 17, 7-8:15 p.m., Monday Night at McKennan Park (bring a lawn chair)

• July 22, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Nybergs Ace Car Show (downtown Sioux Falls)

• July 27, 7-11 p.m., Air Guard Air Show Hangar Dance, (Maverick Hangar) Come on out !

• July 29, 5-7 p.m., Private Party

• Sept. 4, 4-8 p.m.,Barefoot Bar, Lake Okoboji IA

• Sept. 9, WHS/LHS Joint Class of 1973

Reunion at the Shrine

EL RIAD CLASSIE AUTOS

At a recent Classie Auto meeting a member mentioned that he intended to drive the “Tail of the Dragon” while on an upcoming road trip.

The Tail of the Dragon is considered as one of the world’s best motorcycling and sports car roads. It also is listed as one of the most dangerous roads in the United States. This stretch of US 129 is located at the Tennessee/ North Carolina state line. For you race fans, it’s one hour thirty minutes South of Knoxville Raceway, the Sprint Car Capital of the World.

Tail of the Dragon…are you feeling brave?

Experienced drivers can take a scenic drive through the smokies to reach what the locals call the Tail of the Dragon, a curvaceous stretch of road that sports car enthusiasts and motorcyclists especially love testing their skills on. This road is a challenge for most drivers, as it features 318 twists and turns in the 11-mile journey. The speed limit is set at 30 miles per hour, mainly to keep you on the road.

Several days after that conversation our thoughts went to what famous roads do we have in South Dakota, that

by Matt Sowden

would compare to the tail of the dragon. That was easy… Iron Mountain Road located in the Black Hills of South Dakota, also known as US-16A begins outside of Keystone, South Dakota. From Keystone, the scenic drive takes the travelers, past Mount Rushmore to the top of Iron Mountain before winding back down toward Custer State Park and SD-36.

Iron Mountain Road is a demanding 17 miles scenic drive with 314 curves, 14 switchbacks, 3 tunnels and 3 pigtails (turns which loop over their own roads, allowing the road to climb rapidly.) This unusual and captivating road was specifically designed to limit the speed of the travelers to 35 miles per hour. Allowing the travelers to enjoy the beauty of the Black Hills.

Two great drives in this great country of ours. There are many, many, more great roads waiting for you to get your ride out and go on a road trip. The nice weather is here, you have the urge, the time is right, just do it.

The information used in this article was taken off the web.

EL RIAD SPRINT CARS

Parades have started. Our first parade was in Brandon on May 7, the unit had our annual social gathering at Todd and Stacey Long’s place. Well attended by the unit as we had 11 cars on the street with Moe Richard blocking with his hot rod.

We have concluded our updates to the trailer to include some additional storage and better organization in the front. This will help tremendously at parades.

Spring ceremony was thrilling with 16 new Nobles and for myself as my son Corbin DeVries joined our great philanthropy and has joined our unit as well. If you happen to see him, welcome him to our great family of brothers.

June will continue with at least 3 parades in Luverne,

by Chad DeVries

MN, Hills,MN and our Potes parade in Dell Rapids. If you get a chance come out and see what we do on the streets.

Competition team will start practicing this month and continue up until MSA in Alexandria MN.

That’s all for this month.

4 wheels on the street to get kids on their feet.

ACROSS THE DECADES

25 Years Ago, June 1998

Illustrious Sir Arlen Knutson took a few moments at the ceremonial on May 15 to tell the nobility the reasons why he chose to dedicate El Riad’s 240th Ceremonial to Noble Lowell W. Larson. “To begin,” the Pote said, Noble Lowell has worked every circus performance since joining the Shrine n 1983 including all the set-up and tear-down sessions.” Noble Lowell served as Potentate’s Aide in ’91, ’92, ’93, ’94 and ’96, has worked many hospital clinics both burns and orthopedics, has joined other nobles at several El Riad kids’ Christmas parties, has been involved with the Christmas tree decorations at Home Federal Bank, and spent untold hours of volunteer work at the Mosque. Noble Lowell holds memberships in the Provosts, Campers, Legion of Honor, and the Dance Club.

50 Years Ago, June 1973

The El Riad patient of the month for June 1973 is Kevin, 9 years old from Tracy, Minnesota. Kevin was accepted as a patient in July, 1966. When Kevin was 3 years old, he fell from a tractor and went under the wheel. This caused fractures and injury to the spine which resulted in paralysis of the lower spine and legs. His first admission to Shriners Hospital in January, 1967 was for evaluation of his condition and physical therapy. In April, 1969 he was again admitted to the hospital for surgery to his left hip and both feet to enable him to wear braces so that he could learn to walk. In October, 1969 Kevin was fitted with long leg braces attached to a back brace, which enabled him to walk with crutches. He can now attend school on a regular schedule and participate in many more activities. Kevin has been admitted to the hospital three times since his first fitting with braces. As he grows or the braces wear out, he

As reported in the El Riad Cactus and compiled by John Whitelock, PP

will be readmitted for new fittings until he is sixteen years old. He is a very bright, cheerful, active boy who enjoyed his school and Boy Scout groups at the hospital.

75 Years Ago, June 1948

The 132nd Ceremonial was, in several respects, the greatest put on by El Riad in many years. The class of candidates included 99 “Masons of high degree,” many of whom are outstanding in their respective fields of endeavor, men who would do credit to any organization. Director Caille is to be commended for his “direction” both as to the esoteric and the histrionic phases of the stage presentation. The ritualistic work was done in an exceptionally impressive manner and the Second Section was superb. The “stunts” worked, and the new white uniforms of the Nomads gave an air of freshness that combined to produce a most pleasing series of funny happenings that entertained both novices and nobles alike. The parade was a thrill to the townspeople who were gathered along the line of march, and a source of pride to the Nobility. The new uniforms and new flags impressed everyone with the glitter, glamour and grandeur of the Shrine – the “blue ribbon” organization among fraternal orders. 1,118 guests were served at the traditional ceremonial banquet, which was a sumptuous repast that made a deep and lasting impression for both its quality and quantity. Past Potentate Willy gave a comprehensive lecture on the history of the Shrine, the work of our hospitals and the organizational set-up of our Temple. The candidates were made conscious of the sort of fraternity they were joining, and many nobles “listening in” to the lecture learned much they had not known before.

CASH CALENDAR WINNERS

EL RIAD CHANTERS

Well we have successfully made it through the 2023 Shrine Circus. We took tickets at the door, supplied an usher for each show and sang the National Anthem at the beginning of each show. The circus was a hit with kids and adults alike, as the two seniors I talked to at the end of a show said “This was awesome, we haven’t been to a circus in 45 years and I want to come back next year.” My daughter volunteered at a couple shows and walked out with at least 4 bags of cotton candy. Has to feed the tapeworm in her legs who has a sweet tooth.

We continue to rehears weekly with new music and some that we sing at various outings. Please come and lend your voice when you can. We meet every Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. at the Shrine Temple. You are more than welcome to come sing to see if you would enjoy it. Later in June we will

by Evan Brink

begin our the month run of singing the National Anthem at a night at the Canaries baseball games. We also will be singing the anthem at the ABA convention. American Bankers Association.

A big Thank You to Potentate Leo Baumgart and the Divan for the Oasis Nights and the Meals. Much appreciated. I hope as many Chanters as possible make it to the Ceremonial that will be in May. Also the evening with the Imperial Potentate and Divan, Hospital Board of Governors and the Nobles from a potential 18 Temples. Hope you made it. This is a big deal!!

I’ll sign off now but remember you can’t sing with a smile on your face. I beg you to come and try it….

EL RIAD MOTOR CORPS

Kickstands up for the month of June. Our Road Captain Lonnie Albers has the Motor Corps in full swing. We have had a few parades already to knock the rust off us and are ready to put all the guys we can on the streets of Dell Rapids the 24 of June for the Potes Parade.

We want to thank all the guys and ladies in the Motor Corps Unit for their help making our month of May bars and food a huge success. It started with the Fish Fry where we served around 120 people and then enjoyed the fellowship that followed. Steve Hauff, Bruce Boegler, Dave Sieler and George Roberts from the Culinary Unit got us set up and guided PP Jim Slater and Steve Haase through the frying process. John Egan did the running of food to John Bayer, Chuck Ihlen and Lloyd Schipper for serving and Lonnie Albers, Chris (Chilly) Hahn, Tom Anderson and Jerry Hauff kept them hydrated…. May

by Bill Thompson

10 we ran the bar and passed the baton to the more than capable Watertown unit who put on one heck of a Mexican bar to feed us all before the Stated Meeting. Thanks Jeff Gamber and his team of food fanatics… well done guys. May 17 we had all hands on deck from the Motor Corps for our regular meeting and the Chicken Alfredo. The ride through the Loess Hills on the 20 of May was a special treat. The Widow Sons guys joined us and that’s for putting that together Todd Stoll. Thanks to all of you for coming out to attend all the activities in May. I also want to thank all the guys for the huge turn out at the Spring Ceremonial. Going on stage to present a check to the shrine with you guys was an honor. Short and sweet for this one because the sun is out and we have practice. Keep an eye out for the 2 wheeled road warriors and stay safe.

Saturday, April 22 we lost a great man, beloved brother, devoted father, honored Army Colonel and friend to all who knew him. “TACO” Tom Anderson and his lovely wife Margaret, took my wife and I, along with many of our Motor Corps members, into their home in Rapid City on a regular basis. They were quick with an open arm to welcome you in from a day of riding and long on the conversation at the breakfast table before we took off for another day of adventure. The breakfast table conversation was my favorite at the Colonels house. The stories would range from his daughter, Peggy and her hiking adventures to some back and forth about something happening in our country. The Colonel was a blessing to everyone he came in contact with and the world will not be as well off going forward after the passing of this man.

Safe travels Colonel Tom TACO Anderson, until we meet again.

Obituary for Thomas A. Anderson can be viewed at www.georgeboom.com/obituary/ thomas-anderson.

3.5” x 2”

BLAST FROM THE PAST TAPS ACROSS AMERICA

PHOTOS BY SHELBY DEVRIES

The Lewis and Clark Shrine Club was organized in 1946. The current animal unit was created from members of the Lewis and Clark Shrine Club. They have about 30 costumes, an animal cage trailer and calliope. They are always a favorite with children and adults alike.

Shriners and veterans salute as the Big Band trumpet section and others play tribute as part of “Taps across America” on Memorial Day. Thanks to members of Lincoln High School band and others for helping us out.

PHOTOS BY DARRELL GRIGGS

NOBLES FROM THE SPRING CEREMONIAL

PHOTOS BY DARREL GRIGGS

NOBLES FROM THE FALL CEREMONIAL

PHOTOS BY STEVE HAASE

PHOTOS BY SHELBY DEVRIES

PHOTOS BY SHELBY DEVRIES

Many thanks go out to all of our volunteers that helped makes this years Circus a success!

PHOTOS BY DARRELL GRIGGS

PHOTO BY MIKE OLAWSKY

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EL RIAD SHRINE CIRCUS

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HAPPY BIRTHDAY NOBLES!

June 2023

David Eiesland 6-1

Chad Goldsmith 6-1

Jayden Kettwig 6-1

Stuart Barns 6-2

Kenneth Gunderson 6-2

Ronald Tilstra 6-2

John Bayer 6-3

John Gunderson 6-3

Thomas Laird 6-3

Arvid Monson 6-3

George Rieken 6-3

Bruce Boegler 6-4

Todd Kuck 6-4

Jeffrey Landborg 6-4

Jordan Lipp 6-4

James Schumacher 6-5

Neil Hlebichuk 6 -6

Fred Schilmoeller 6-6

Clifford Groseth 6-7

Teryl Kelley 6-7

July 2023

Brian Broekemeier 7-1

Michael Huitt 7-1

Donald Laurila 7-1

Donald Norton 7-1

Douglas Costar 7-2

Jesse Huber 7-2

Jared Jankord 7-2

Aaron Barritt 7-3

Jeffrey Deutscher 7-3

Troy Helleloid 7-3

Bradley Kooiker 7-3

Jamie Miller 7-3

Steven Munro 7-3

Robert Bucknell Jr 7-4

James Collingwood 7-4

Eric Hagen 7-4

Michael Pickett 7-4

Randy Osmond 7-5

Michael Quinlivan 7-5

Craig Olson 7-6

Benjamin Brandt 7-7

Ron Brandt 7-7

Roger Coon 7-7

Bruce Duba 7-7

Noah Hughes 7-7

Brandon Manchester 6-7

Milton Mutch Jr 6-7

Jeffrey Sutter 6-7

John Gores III 6-8

Brian Schmidt 6-8

David Tronnes 6-8

Donald Webb 6-8

Lloyd Cleveland 6-9

Steven Graff 6-9

Todd M. Nelson 6-9

Duke Requist 6-9

Scott Simmons 6-9

James Slater 6-9

Robert Eichinger 6-10

Dale Tiggelaar 6-10

John Egan 6-11

Ryan Likness 6-11

Dale Miskimins 6-11

Rodney Scholten 6-11

Ralph Jessen 6-12

Bryan Liable 6-12

Douglas Papendick 6-12

Harold Schramm 6-12

Jeffrey Searles

Kettwig 6-20

Larry Schweigert 6-20

Chad Abbas 6-21

Don Dunham III 6-21

Darrell Griggs 6-21

David Lewis 6-21

Douglas McFarland 6-21

Derek Arment 6-22

Stanley Nelson 6-22

Arond Peil 6-22

Paul Richards 6-22

Dale Erickson 6-23

Howard Greer 6-23

Larry Narum 6-23

Larry Olsen 6-23

Louis Bergner 6-24

Guy Gibson 6-24

Dennis Kaarup 6-24

Nathaniel Streich 6-24

Paul Buriak II 6-25

Bryon Burke 6-25

Bruce Loewenberg 6-25

Randall

Stverak

Tilberg

Pifer

Renken

Thies

Vostad

McKenzie

Pratt 6-28

Ronald Smidt 6-28 Alan Brooks 6-29 Cal Wheeler 6-29

Adam Brink 6-30

Richard Gordon 6-30

Roger Risty 6-30

Tom Taylor 6-30

James Voigt 6-30

Robert Maher 7-7

Donald Maxon 7-7

Jared Schroeder 7-7

Richard Johnson 7-8

Tracy Johnke 7-9

Mark Leesch 7-9

Gordon Marquardt 7-9

Boyd McMurchie 7-9

Scott Hoy 7-10

Kelly Mergen 7-10

Brian Schultz 7-10

Kevin Storm 7-10

Daryl Anderson 7-11

Tyler Berg 7-11

Frank Weaver 7-11

Stuart Webster 7-11

Leon Brink 7-12

Troy Stavig 7-12

Jon Tveidt 7-12

Jerome McNary 7-13

Douglas Axelson 7-14

Kenneth Bashore 7-14

David Carroll 7-14

Monty Derousseau 7-14

Dennis Jensen 7-14

John Lust 7-14

Adam Ericsson 7-15

Richard Glanzer 7-15

Kerry Hofer 7-15

Laurence Breslow 7-16

David Cole 7-16

Rodney Harms 7-16

Allan Howard 7-16

Ebenhaezer Venter 7-16

Clay Wittmeier 7-16

Kevin Lease 7-17

Donald Bender 7-18

Todd Smith 7-18

Grant Thompson 7-18

Jared Vilhauer 7-19

Travis Breuer 7-20

Kieran Denney 7-20

Jeffrey Dresch 7-20

Jeff Gould 7-20

Robert A. Joyce 7-20

Dale Lofswold 7-20

Travis Oehler 7-20

Matthew Arnett 7-21

William Kratochvil 7-21

Nicholas Seliski 7-21

Kevin Tomshack 7-21

Jonathon Vermeulen 7-21

Brian Baker 7-22

Richard Baker 7-22

Jess Hamman 7-22

Bryan Richeal 7-22

Lonnie Albers 7-23

Jose Arreola 7-23

A. Donald Gass 7-23

Richard Klingaman 7-23

David Wilson 7-23

Duane Carr 7-24

Sam Nachtigal 7-24

Mark Sundvold 7-24

Robert Ulrich 7-24

Jerus Campbell 7-25

John Davis 7-25

Jason Klocker7-25

David Wegner 7-25

Richard Hoffman 7-26

Richard Holter 7-26

Daniel Roby 7-26

Jason Schlechter 7-26

Bruce Wentzel 7-26

John Wightman 7-26

George Beaudette 7-27

John Grieves 7-27

Roland Johnson 7-27

Christopher Larson 7-27

Maurice Richard 7-27

Josh Schuety 7-27

Everett Brandenburg 7-28

Randy Schilling 7-28

Harry Fleming 7-29

Steven Moeller 7-29

Adam Nash 7-29

Thomas Nelson 7-30

David Peterson 7-30

Arnold Appelt 7-31

Joseph Brown 7-31

Mark Ingalls 7-31

Corey Terwee 7-31

EL RIAD STEEL DRUM

Sorry, but I missed last months deadline by a day and my article didn’t get included in the May issue (actually I was just too lazy and unmotivated and couldn’t think of anything interesting to say).

But we are back! The STB has gotten back into practice mode which was evidenced by our stellar performance at the Scottish Rite Spring Clinic Party on April 13. We played to a packed house and chose to forgo our usual six figure fee, instead opting for a free dinner of hot dogs, pizza, nachos and rice crispy bars for dessert. I think we made the right choice. Everyone seemed to have a good time, especially the kids who had a seemingly neverending limbo contest to the accompaniment of the SDB and the Limbo Rock. A conga line was also had during our performance of Tequila. We then packed up the drums in the trailer and drove across the street and unpacked the trailer, followed by an abbreviated Thursday night meeting and fellowship.

by Steve Burtis

The following week found us at the circus where all of us could be found either diligently scooping sno cones and selling the equally nutritious cotton candy in a bag, or ushering circus goers to their seats, counting money in the money room or selling tickets. The SDB members have their collective fingers in the circus pie every year and are happy to do it.

In May we will be performing at our first parade of the year at the Brandon Loyalty Day Parade, which we have loyally attended for a number of years. Following the parade we will be retiring to Brandon Plumbing & Heating & BBQ for our annual post-parade feast of ribs and all the fixins provided by Keith “Dwain” Backer and Rob “Chip” Angerhofer! Next up in May will be our annual spring golf outing and steak feed (seems like most of our events include food, hmm) in Garretson on the 18th of May. We will also be hosting the Wednesday night social on the 24 and 31. That wraps it up for this edition of the SDB update. Be well and see you next month (unless I am lazy and unmotivated again).

EL RIAD FIFE & DRUM

Man, what a winter/spring 2023 season!!

Nothing but congratulations are in order to our officers: Brigadier Scott Nepp, LeftTenant Dan Nichols and Sargent-Major Tim Voegele for leading us. And of course, congratulations to all the Fife members for an extraordinary first four months. Our efforts resulted in a Spring Ceremonial donation totaling $18,250! $10,000 to El Riad and $8,250 to Shriner’s Healthcare from our backer program. That total along with $100 million dollar membership in memory of brother Mark Wolfe is nothing but incredible.

We kicked off April with our family bowling party and oh what fun it is. Kids everywhere and just terrific family fun and fellowship. This is a thank you party our officers hosted to thank Fife members and families for all their efforts. My grandson Ethan Bruyer is picture with a bowling ball almost as big as he is!

Then it was onto the Circus and the Fife’s adding Usher services to our pop selling responsibilities. We certainly experienced an 11th hour setback when the Arena announced before the Circus that only bottled pop would be allowed. Naturally, we didn’t have carriers for this, but that didn’t stop “Admiral” Darrell Griggs (pictured) from

by Bruce Norton

improvising his own way of carrying pop! And doesn’t Wade Carmen (pictured) look outstanding in his field? Thanks to all the Fifes that volunteered and to Dan Nichols for his excellence in scheduling.

Then it was on to the Spring Ceremonial. Our traditional moment in opening the Ceremonial was highlighted once again by what sounded like a bomb when Harland Danielson fired the gun during our signature “88” song. Great load Harland! Was great to note that past Potentate Dave Neiman helped march us in just days after delivering a baby hernia. We had 15 members participate and without a doubt, made an impression on the 15 candidates.

We have a fun summer season ahead of us with our appearance in the Memorial Day event and then on to Buffalo Days parade in Luverne the first weekend in June coming up. Hope to see everyone there that can possibly make these events.

MEMBERSHIP COMMITTEE

Gosh, what a strong spring season for membership, culminating in 16 new Nobles (pictured) at Spring Ceremonial. Congratulations to Bill Thompson and membership committee members for all their efforts in generating spring class of new members. This spring season also included a Masonic Festival that was highly successful, We can certainly say it has been a great first four months of 2023.

Our Ceremonials are such a wonderful time to celebrate our fellowship and the great fraternity we all enjoy. As past Potentate Keith Rose constantly stated,”But for the Shrine? and John Whitlock emphasized during his time as Potentate is where would any of us be without our fraternity? El Riad is one of the strongest Temples in the entire Shrine universe and this entirely due to the wonderful brotherhood we share. Take a few minutes

by Bruce Norton

LODGE DEGREE SCHEDULE

• October 6 & 7, 2023, Fall Masonic Festival

to consider what our fraternity and the philanthropy we support means to you. Then, consider a friend or family member you would like to share that with and discuss your experiences with them.

Be reminded of our Rush Parties held the third Wednesday of each month at the Shrine Center. Let one of the membership committee guys know of a candidate you have and they’ll help make sure their journey into Masonic and Shrine brotherhood is meaningful. Thanks in advance for including getting a new member on your list of things to do. It is simply the best way to pay it forward and give back to El Riad all that it has meant to you!

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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.

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SUNDAY July 23, 2023

EL RIAD SHRINE STATED MEETING

by John Whitelock P.P., Recorder

May 10, 2023 • El Riad Temple • Sioux Falls, South Dakota

The meeting was opened at 7:00 p.m. by Potentate Leo Baumgart. Noble Don Laurila gave the invocation. Potentate Baumgart then led the Nobles in the Shrine Pledge of Allegiance.

The minutes of the Stated Meeting held on April 12, 2023 were, upon proper motion and second, approved as printed and distributed.

Treasurer’s Report: Maury Richard, PP, Treasurer, gave the financial report for April 2023. Upon a proper motion and second, The Treasurer’s Report was approved.

Building and Entertainment Committee Report: Chief Rabban Doug Kristensen announced the following matters addressed by the Building & Entertainment Committee:

• The restroom remodeling project is complete.

• The groom room project will get underway as soon as the room is cleared.

• A point of sale (POS) system is being discussed for use at the bar.

• The fire alarm system is being updated.

• Roof vent repairs are being done.

• The carpet tiles will no longer be used on the dance floor.

• A volunteer is being sought to take care of the landscaping on the front of the temple.

• New policies will be implemented for the Peska storage building.

Upon proper motion and second, the report was approved.

Correspondence: Recorder John Whitelock, PP, notified the nobility of the passing of immediate Past Imperial Potentate William S. “Bill” Bailey, who served as Imperial Potentate in 2021-2022, and passed away on May 7, 2023. Imperial Sir Bailey was a member of Orak Shriners in Michigan City, Indiana. His father, Robert Bailey, served as Imperial Potentate in 1995-1996. Both of Bill’s sons are also Shriners.

COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Chief of Staff: Assistant Chief of Staff Dave Murphy reminded the nobility that units and clubs need to get their parade forms turned in for approval by the Potentate prior to attending the parade. The Yankton circus is on June 2223, and the Winner Circus is on June 24. El Riad will host

the SC-TC Board of Governors for a Town Hall event on May 18. The Pote’s Parade is in Dell Rapids on June 24. Units and clubs were reminded to have nobles complete the MSA registration forms as soon as possible in order to lock in the number of hotel rooms we need.

Membership: Co-Chairman Bill Thompson announced that 16 new nobles were created at the Spring Ceremonial. He thanked all who contributed in any way to the growth of the temple on that day. A cold sands ceremonial will be held on May 17 to create several new nobles as well.

Noble Corbin DeVries, created on May 6, 2023 and the son of Noble Chad DeVries, was present at the meeting and welcomed by 1st Ceremonial Master Thompson.

Masonic Relations: Ill. Sir Jim Burma, PP and Grand Secretary of Masons of South Dakota, told the nobility that despite the issues involving the suspension of the charter of Unity Lodge 130, all Unity members who were in good standing as a Mason remain a Mason. He announced that the Grand Lodge has created an app known as Grandview. This app can be installed on a smartphone, and from that app a Mason can view his membership card, Masonic history, personal information and can also pay dues. A Mason can also edit his personal information in the app. Ill. Sir Burma reminded the nobility of annual Grand Lodge Communication, to be held in Watertown, SD on June 15-17.

Divan Reports: High Priest & Prophet Scott Denney reported on the Clowns, Motor Corps, Sprint Cars and Dance Club. 2nd Ceremonial Master Paul Berndt reported on the Shutterbug/Pixels, the Provost and the Rickshaws. Assistant Rabban Richard reported on the Corn Palace Shrine Club, Oriental Band, Ritualistic Unit and the Shrine Cup Committee. Oriental Guide Haase reported on the Chanters, Steel Drum Unit, the Horse Corps and the Lewis & Clark Shrine Club. Captain of the Guard John Schuety reported on the Hillbillies, Back 40 Boys, and the Brookings Shrine Club. 1st Ceremonial Master Thompson reported on the Legion of Honor, Classie Autos, Directors Staff and Family Day. Outer Guard Schultz reported on the Last Call Band and the Rosebud Shrine Club.

For the Good of the Order: Noble John Bayer announced that he is seeking trumpet players to participate in the Taps Across America event on Memorial Day. This is a national event where taps will be played at 3:00 p.m. local time across America. Noble Bayer said that any Shriners or members of the public can participate by joining in at the front of El Riad at 3:00 p.m. on May 29.

Treasurer Richard thanked everyone who contributed in any way to the restrooms remodeling project, and especially thanked Captain of the Guard Schuety for leading us to the contractor who very successfully completed the job on time and on budget. Potentate Baumgart also thanked the Building & Entertainment Committee for a great job at coordinating the project.

Members of the Watertown Shrine Unit are hosting patients from SC-TC at the Joy Ranch camp near Watertown on August 6-9, and are looking for any help in welcoming the children from SC-TC. The Watertown Shrine Auxiliary hosted the Stated Meeting meal which was well received and always appreciated. It was noted that in 2022, the Auxiliary donated $16,000 to the SC-TC wheelchair fund.

Noble Bob Uecker told the nobility that the Chanters and the Fife and Drum will be at Mt. Rushmore on July 20 to support Noble Jeff Gould’s “America’s Story.”

There being no further business before the body, Potentate Baumgart thanked the Provosts for tiling the doors. A motion was made and seconded to adjourn the meeting at 8:00 p.m. The motion was approved.

Respectfully submitted,

John Whitelock, PP, Recorder El Riad Shriners

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 1st Monday, 5:30 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 tomlewis2002@hotmail.com

(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.

Nelson Wealth Management Group

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