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As I enter the fourth season of my tenure as your Potentate, and the evolution of organizational leadership begins to unfold once again, I shall look with anxiety to your future endeavors and competitions. Although the anxiety will be of still Nobler deeds achieved and even higher reputation won. Thus, I trust whenever I shall hear of Texas Shrine Masons in the future, I will think of the Alzafar Shriners of 2015 who dominated their own destiny, won nearly every 6WDWH DQG ,QWHUQDWLRQDO FRPSHWLWLRQ ZLWK FDVXDO FRQ¿ GHQFH and overwhelming class, and carried themselves with just a touch of swagger in their step.
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ASSISTANT RABBAN Gary Radvansky
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“Go to jail! Go directly to jail� was said with laughter, big band music and cheers from the casino were heard during our Roaring 20’s Hospital Gala.
Congratulations to Noble Ron Trine for being selected as Alzafar’s Shriner of the Month for October! Noble Trine was an instrumental part of this year’s Shrine &LUFXV ¿ OOLQJ LQ IRU WKH &LUFXV 'LUHFWRU *HQHUDO LQ his absence. Noble Trine exhibited great leadership, calm under pressure and worked tirelessly to ensure WKH VXFFHVV RI WKLV \HDUœV FLUFXV $QRWKHU ¿ QH H[DPSOH for us all to follow.
The room buzzed with excitement as we generated money for our Children’s Hospitals. We were honored to have two special guest speakers for the Gala. Our Patient Ambassador Braxton Czarnecki spoke about his multiple surgeries and treatments at our Shriners Hospital and how thankful he is for what Shriners do. You could hear a pin drop when Dr. William Norbury from our Galveston Hospital did an outstanding presentation about the amazing state of the art treatments currently being performed. Constant applause was heard when he revealed before and after photos of our children’s remarkable improvements.
On October 3rd, Camp Alzafar held its annual Masonic Picnic and Chili Cook-Off. The day was Âż OOHG ZLWK IRRG IXQ DQG IHOORZVKLS DQG LI \RX ZHUHQÂśW there, you missed one heck of a party. The Brethren of Kendall Masonic Lodge kicked off the day with an outstanding outdoor Master Mason Degree. It was IROORZHG E\ D SLFQLF XQGHU WKH WUHHV DQG D Âż HUFH FKLOL cook-off competition. The judging was very close and everyone joined in the spirit of competition. The results of the competition were:
Our title sponsor Dan Kruse Classics donated a 1989 Jaguar XJS Convertible which was the highlight of our live auction. We had over 150 total auction items, 10 packed casino tables and a jail bonding out violators of 1920’s law that all raised thousands of dollars for our hospitals. Everyone showed up in costume as we went back in time to the 1920’s. The big band sound of Vintage 15 ¿ OOHG WKH URRP DV WKH )ODSSHUV DQG *HQWV ¿ OOHG WKH GDQFH À RRU
• 1st Place – Noble Travis Elmendorf and his teammates • 2nd Place – the Brethren of Victory Masonic Lodge • 3rd place – the Nobles of Alkoran Shrine • People’s Choice Award – Alzafar Shotgun Unit • Showmanship Award – Alzafar Burning Sun Unit
Thank you to all our sponsors and donators who made the event possible and to everyone whom attended and showed their support.
Later in the afternoon, the Ritualistic Divan initiated QHZ 6KULQHUV DQG WKH GD\ ZDV Âż QLVKHG XS ZLWK D dinner, prepared by the Hot Sands BBQ Unit, and music and dancing at the pavilion. It truly was a beautiful day shared with wonderful people. A special thank you to Camp President, Hoagy Elmendorf, and to all who volunteered their time during the weekend. Without you, the weekend would not have been as successful as it was.
I would like to thank all the volunteers who came together to make this an outstanding event. There was so much work involved in the last four months but it came through wonderfully. All the hard work paid off in my eyes. We did it and we all did it together. What a team! Cheryl and I want to thank you for all you do for our children and our Shrine. Your support is so overwhelming and we are so proud to be by your side. It is truly an honor and a privilege to work for you. May God bless you all!
ATTENTION ALL POTENTATE APPOINTEES All Potentate appointments for 2015 will terminate at the end of the Shrine year.
STATED MEETING MENU November 12, 2015
New appointments will be made by the Potentate Elect at the beginning of the year.
A catered meal will be served starting at 6:00 p.m
This applies to all Ambassadors, Staff and other Appointees. 3
ORIENTAL GUIDE
If we want to make sure future generations of Shriners and their families are able to enjoy the brotherhood and camaraderie that we are so fortunate to experience, we must take on new and creative endeavors. Over the coming years, our Shrine has a lot of work to do. My challenge to you is to take all of the “You know what you oughta do‌â€? ideas, suggestions and advice and LPSOHPHQW D SODQ RI DFWLRQ )LUVW \RXU LGHD PXVW KDYH D UHDVRQ RU D JRDO )ROORZHG E\ D SODQ RI DFWLRQ VXFK DV who do we need to accomplish this goal and is it going to FRVW PRQH\ DQG KRZ PXFK 'RHV WKH EHQHÂżW RXWZHLJK the cost? Is it a one-time goal or is it something that is to carry on into the future. Every idea is worth an analysis. I invite you all to the round table meeting to discuss these ideas. Our members has so much knowledge and so many talents and no how, that there is nothing that we cannot accomplish. An idea will remain and idea if no one is willing to put forth the effort to put pen to paper, make a plan of action and implement that plan.
Eric A. DeWalt “You know what you oughta do‌â€?
It’s hard to believe that we are almost at years end. What an amazing experience it has been from the vantage point of Oriental Guide! I have strengthened old friendships; made new, lasting relationships; and have been given the opportunity to really take part in the day to day operations of moving this great organization forward. There are so many different aspects to this wonderful organization and so many ideas on how to make our Shrine the best that it can be. Our philanthropy, our fraternity, our family, all must to work together to sustain and grow our beloved Shrine. I am often approached by fellow Shriners that start the conversation with, “You know what you oughta do‌â€? who then offer some great ideas, sage advice and helpful suggestions. “You know what you oughta do‌â€? is a common phrase around Shriners. “You know what you oughta do‌â€? is always delivered as a useful suggestion; words of wisdom; or creative ideas that are intended to improve the Shrine or whatever project one is working on.
“You know what you oughta do‌â€? You oughta attend our round table meeting on the forth Thursday of every month. I look forward to seeing you.
TREASURER’S TWO CENTS WORTH
them, so please don’t stop giving me your views, even if they differ from those of your Brothers.
Stuart Simms, P.P. - OfďŹ ce: 210-659-1956
As you know, we have been going through the audit process for 2014, and a great deal of effort has been expended to improve our internal processes so that future audits will be easier to process.
In my last article, I expressed hope that we might make it to December without drawing on the investments. Unhappily, our costs exceeded our income during the last month and we did have to draw from the investments. Nonetheless, we have done that later in the year than in years past, and that is a good thing.
Let me, again address the issue of hospital fund raising account management. Clearly, we all want to do everything we can to raise funds for the children. We also have a duty to make sure that the funds we raise are properly protected and expended. Please understand that when I and the Board perform the oversight function with which we are charged, it is not personally directed to anyone.
, ZRXOG OLNH WR SDVV RQ WR \RX WKUHH UHDFWLRQV WR P\ EULH¿QJ at the last stated meeting. Given that I was presenting both the Treasurer’s Report and the Galveston Hospital Report, one comment was that the report was too long. A second comment was that I should leave the slides up longer and discuss them further, thereby lengthening the report. The third comment was that both reports together were about right. I always appreciate hearing what you want in the reports and how I can improve
As always, if you have questions or criticisms, please bring them directly to me. It is much easier to resolve these matters when we address them directly.
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Class A 3rd place. Provost Guard got awards for High New Shooter &KDUOHV )RUWXQH +LJK ,QGLYLGXDO 5LFN &RUELQ & 7HDP UG SODFH and D Team 3rd place. The Oriental Band received 1st Place Showmanship Medium Class, tied for 1st in Overall and the State Championship Banner.
RECORDER George Garza, Jr. As I have traveled throughout the country at Recorder Conferences, Texas Shine Association Sessions and Shrine International Imperial Sessions, one thing is clear and that is that Alzafar Shrine Center stand among the elite Shrine Centers in Texas and at the International level.
When traveled to the Imperial Session, Alzafar Shot Gun Unit, 1(018) 3DWURO %XUQLQJ 6XQV 0LQL :KHHOV DQG 2ULHQWDO Band all came back with awards. The Mini-Wheels came back as International Champions and the Oriental Band came home as Seven Time International Champions. Our Host team which does not compete was recognized as the IASMC Sportsmanship Trophy for outstanding Contributions in Hospitality.
When Alzafar travel to TSA in Corpus Christi in June of this year, Alzafar was recognized as being well represent by the number of Nobles, their Ladies and family that attended the Session. Alzafar Shrine did an outstanding job in competition-Golf Unit got 2nd place in team event, Patrol got 2nd place Drill Competition, 2nd place in Parade. Mini Wheels 2nd Place, Burning Suns 2nd place. The Alzafar Band got awards in German Band 1st place, Dixie Band 1st place, Dance Band 2nd place, Concert Band 1st place, Drum and Bugle 1st place. Shot Gun Unit got award in Trap Class A 2nd place, Trap Class C 1st place, Skeet Class B 3rd place, Skeet
$O]DIDU PDGH JUHDW VWULGHV LQ 0HPEHUVKLS +RVSLWDO )XQGUDLVLQJ establishing a Shrine of the Month Program and a Legacy Program. Our temple photographer, Noble Loera, was appointed by the Imperial Potentate Jerry Gantt, to the Imperial Photographers Committee. What an honor - Congratulations Noble Loera. That is how well Alzafar stands out over the rest.
ORIENTAL GUIDE MUST BE SELECTED WISELY :KHQ PHPEHUV RI D 6KULQH &HQWHU HOHFW D 1REOH WR WKH RIÂżFH RI Oriental Guide, they are virtually starting that Noble through the 'LYDQ RQ WKH DVVXPSWLRQ WKDW KH ZLOO SURYH TXDOLÂżHG IRU DQG ZRUWK\ RI DGYDQFHPHQW WR WKH KLJK RIÂżFH RI ,OOXVWULRXV 3RWHQWDWH +HQFH it is quite evident that the nomination for Oriental Guide should be based upon thorough and accurate evaluation of character, ability, prestige, interest, and experience.
RI )UHHPDVRQU\ HYHU\ZKHUH 7. He should be proud, yet humble. 8. He should have good Character and a past open to investigation. 9. He should be a leader, have good standing in his community, and EH LQĂ€XHQWLDO LQ LWV DIIDLUV +H VKRXOG EH ÂżQDQFLDOO\ VHFXUH 11. He should be in good health, full of energy, and vitality. 12. He should be able to devote ample time to his duties. 13. He should be a man who, when he appears anywhere in public, you will be proud of and not be apologetic for his shortcomings. 14. His wife should be able to understand his devotion to duty; realize that he is Potentate and not she; be able to dress and wear appropriate clothing, and be familiar with the social amenities. 5HPHPEHU VKH LV GHVWLQHG WR EHFRPH $O]DIDUÂśV )LUVW /DG\
A Noble can be a good fellow, a hard worker, and a loyal Shriner‌ DQG \HW ODFN WKH EDVLF TXDOL¿FDWLRQV ZKLFK PDNH D JRRG 3RWHQWDWH 8QOHVV D 1REOH LV IXOO\ TXDOL¿HG IRU WKH MRE KH LV XQIDLU ERWK WR KLPVHOI DQG WR KLV 7HPSOH LQ VHHNLQJ WKH RI¿FH RU LQ SHUPLWWLQJ KLV Nominations for Oriental Guide should be based upon thorough and fellow Nobles to support and promote his candidacy. accurate evaluation of character, ability, and interest. Remember, you are electing your spokesman and standard-bearer and the one Each Shrine Temple needs and requires able high-type leadership. who will represent you throughout the World. We have a great 7KH QRUPDO VWDUWLQJ RXW SRLQW RI WKDW OHDGHUVKLS LV WKH RI¿FH RI 2ULHQWDO Talent in our Temple. Let’s seek it! Let us be fair and sincere. Let Guide. The following checklist may prove helpful in evaluating us get the very best we can. SRWHQWLDO FDQGLGDWHV IRU WKH RI¿FH RI 2ULHQWDO *XLGH +RZHYHU QR thinking man would be so naïve or presumptuous as to believe that any one Noble could possibly embody all the virtues, talents, and TXDOL¿FDWLRQV ZKLFK DUH VHW IRUWK LQ WKH FKHFNOLVW 1HYHUWKHOHVV WKH list has practical value‌for self-evaluation by the Nobles whose XOWLPDWH DVSLUDWLRQ LV WKH RI¿FH RI ,OOXVWULRXV 3RWHQWDWHDQG IRU advance evaluation of candidates by the voting members. 1. He should have good business judgment. 2. He should be friendly and outgoing, a good mixer. 3. He should have the ability to express himself clearly in language that will make us proud of him, rather than apologetic. 4. He should present an imposing personal appearance. 5. He should be able to hold his own and advance the interest of KLV 7HPSOH DQG )UHHPDVRQU\ LQ KLJK SODFHV DV ZHOO DV DPRQJ WKH humble. 6. He should be a devoted Mason and constantly promote the interest
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NEKODAH TEMPLE NO. 44, DAUGHTERS OF THE NILE
HILLBILLY CLAN #152 By: David Boudreau
By: Queen Ann Teague
R meetin’s take place in tha room we’uns share with tha Roustabouts an tha Directors Staff. We meet ever other month on tha 2nd Sunday at 5PM with the unit providin tha meat, an tha cuz’ns provide tha appetizers, veggies an desserts.
In 1913, the wives of the Nobles of Nile Shrine in Seattle, Washington, met to form a ladies group to assist their husbands in their charitable work. Since 1924, Daughters of the Nile have contributed more than $54 million, second only to the Shriners themselves. Daughters of the Nile has only one charity – the Shrine hospitals and clinics.
We’uns have a lady cuz’n runnin fer “Possum Queenâ€? each year, in which she gathers donations, an at tha Sadie Hawkins 'DQFH LQ )HE HDFK \HDU D QHZ Âł3RVVXP 4XHHQ´ LV FURZQHG 5 dance an Silent Auction r tha only big fund raisers we have each year, with all tha proceeds goin directly ta tha hospitals an tha transportation fund.
Nekodah Temple No. 44 was founded in 1928 to assist the Nobles of Alzafar Shrine in their charitable work. Our temple has sewn clothes, dolls, bags, and other items to send to the hospitals. We also donate school supplies, toys, and other needed items.
We have a verrrry old truk named “ole Betsy� and if’n we kin git some of tha cuz’ns ta hep , we take her ta tha parades, where she’s a big hit.
Potentate J. D. Thomas asked for an essay on an important event this year in our organization. We have several things which might meet this request. The Supreme Queen of all Daughters of the Nile visits us each year. This event took place on October 26 this year. Probably the most important event of this and every year is the joy of sending items throughout the year to the children serviced by the Shrine Hospitals. On the third Tuesday of September, October, November, January, )HEUXDU\ 0DUFK $SULO DQG 0D\ ZH PHHW LQ WKH 3DUORUV RI $O]DIDU to work for the kids. Our Stated Meetings are held at the same time Alzafar meets, on the second Thursday of “schoolâ€? months. Those are the only months we have Stated Meetings though the men sometimes meet in the summer. Some of the items being made to send to the Galveston and Chicago KRVSLWDOV ZH GRQÂśW FKRRVH 6XSUHPH 7HPSOH DVVLJQV XV WR KRVSLWDOV DUH EDJV LQ GLIIHUHQW VL]HV IRU WRLOHWULHV EDQGDJHV DQG WR\V KDWV TXLOWV SLOORZV EHDQ EDJV DQG VXUJLFDO GROOV SODLQ GROOV ZKLFK WKH doctors use to explain procedures to the patients and their families). We also purchase and have donated to us gift cards, school supplies, VZLP VXLWV IRU WKHUDS\ WR\V FUDIW VXSSOLHV ERRNV XQGHUJDUPHQWV and CDs. We send gift cards and soda pull tabs to the hospitals to allow the workers to obtain items we don’t supply. We would be remiss if we didn’t thank the Hospital Corps of Alzafar for taking our donations with them in the back of the vans as they transport patients. This saves us a lot of postage money, which can be more wisely used for donations. If you are a Lady who would like to talk to one of us about becoming D PHPEHU RI WKLV JUHDW JURXS SOHDVH FRQWDFW &DURO LQ WKH RIÂżFH IRU contact information. We would love to explain more about us and how you can join.
ALZAFAR SENIORS By: Roger Hopkins The Seniors met in the Parlors on the 1st of October. IW ZDV GHFLGHG WKDW HOHFWLRQV IRU QHZ RI¿FHUV IRU ZRXOG WDNH SODFH during our November meeting and that we WILL HAVE a meeting in December even though it will fall on the same time frame as the Grand Lodge meeting in Waco. We’d like to invite any Shriner interested in becoming a Senior to join us for lunch and a program at our November meeting.
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We’uns still hav a whole bunch o’ Applications ta becum a +LOOELOO\ VR LI LQ\ ÀDWODQGHU ZXOG ODN WR EHFXP D +LOOELOO\ \HU lady is welcum ta join also) just show up at one of r meetin’s an ask us fer an application. We’uns promise, when we cum down out o’ tha hills, thet we’ll be right friendly. Pleze keep r Lady cuz’n Margaret Dunn in yer thoughts an prayers thet she continues ta mend, as well as cuz’n Bob Jones an cuz’n Hope Gamez, an pleze remember r armed forces, an keep them out of harms way.
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BLACK CAMEL Lloyd A. Stoops Paul R. Penrod Bill “Bo� Angell Borge A. Hansen Steven Daubenmire
THE DRUM & BUGLE CORPS By: Richard Wallace )RU PDQ\ \HDUV WKH $O]DIDU 6KULQH 'UXP DQG %XJOH Corps was the premier competition ensemble at the Shrine Center. Throughout the state of Texas, Shrine Drum & Bugle Corps have seen a serious decline. At this point in time, Alzafar is the only Shrine Drum & Bugle Corps in the State still performing at the annual All-State Competitions for the past three years. That of course, makes the Alzafar Shrine Drum and Bugle Corps the three times reigning state champions. We were very surprised this summer when we tried to enter the Imperial Competition in Houston only to ¿ QG WKDW LW KDG EHHQ FDQFHOOHG GXH WR ODFN RI LQWHUHVW Although there are still several Corps around the Country, evidently traveling for competition has become a real issue. The Drum & Bugle Corps will be putting together a new program for this next year’s All-State in Houston. If you would like to perform with us and have some input on the selections, we would be delighted if you would join us. Please contact Richard Wallace at 210-219-6861.
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to our collection including Rick Corbin’s High Marshall trophy. In June our unit took part in All State where our team was able to bring home 4 trophies including Rick Corbin as High Individual.
PROVOST GUARD By: Bob Green, P.P. As the year of 2015 draws to a close, the Alzafar Provost *XDUG FDQ ORRN EDFN RQ DQ DFWLYH DQG H[FLWLQJ \HDU )LUVW and foremost, we were able to welcome 3 new members to our unit this year and have prospects of several more by the end of the year. In keeping with our assigned duties, the Provost Guard provided the security for all major Shrine sponsored events throughout the year, ZKLFK LQFOXGHG WKH FKLOGUHQÂśV SDUWLHV DQG DOO RIÂżFLDO events of the Temple and the Circus.
7KLV IDOO PHPEHUV RI WKH 3URYRVW *XDUG WRRN SDUW LQ WKH )DOO Invitational in Corpus Christi. The teams not only were able to post 8 team shooters, but also brought back two 3rd place trophies and as usual, had the trophy for High Individual. )RU WKH ÂżUVW WLPH WKH 3URYRVW *XDUG /DGLHV DOVR KDG their turn. Three brave Ladies participated in the Ladies Competition and started what should be a regular event. Also, the year of 2015 saw one of our members elected WR D VWDWH RIÂżFH 1REOH 6WHYH $LNHQV RXU 6HFUHWDU\ ZDV elected to the position of Second Assistant State Marshal. This means he will become State Marshal in 2018 and ZKLFK DOVR PHDQV ZH ZLOO EH KRVWLQJ WKH )DOO ,QYLWDWLRQDO next September. Congratulations Steve and congratulations are in order to Noble Rick Corbin on the occasion of his marriage to the lovely Lin.
This year we were pleased to be a part of the Pulling for Kids Program by not only providing the security, but also having some of our members participate. As in the past, the Circus was the big event of the year. Our membership was able to provide the manpower for security as well as securing the assistance of several RI¿FHUV IURP ORFDO ODZ HQIRUFHPHQW DJHQFLHV 6HYHUDO RI our members were in attendance at every performance of this year’s circus.
Our Marshal David Hadley would like to express his appreciation to all our members for their assistance throughout the year. Your efforts and team work has done much in making this year a success. Thank you everyone and let’s do it again next year.
Other activities include the Midwinter meeting in March, where we were able to add 3 more trophies
a Temple if we only have sixty members attend the stated meetings. The same is happening to the unit meetings. We have a great organization of brothers that do a lot of good for our communities so what is the problem and why aren’t you attending the meetings?
DIRECTORS STAFF By: Charley “D� This year is almost gone and what have we done to be SURXG RI" )LUVW DQG IRUHPRVW ZH KHOG D YHU\ VXFFHVVIXO Second Section Ceremonial for about thirty Nobles. We hope they had a great time and enjoyed it as we sure had a great time putting it on. Secondly and importantly as well, was our own Past Director Ron Trine being honored as the Shriner of the Month for September. Ron took over for the Circus Director General who had a family crisis and did a great job handling the Circus duties.
)RU WKRVH RI \RX WKDW PLVVHG WKH DQQXDO +RVSLWDO *DOD \RX really shouldn’t have because it was really great. We had a great program, great food, great libations, great casino and a great band. There were lots of costumes with the ladies as ÀDSSHUV DQG WKH JHQWV DV ]RRW VXLWHUV RU PD¿D ¿JXUHV DQG DOO looking great. The Gala is held in lieu of standing on a street corner asking for money. It only happens once a year so your support is needed for it to be successful. Gary and Cheryl Radvansky did an outstanding job with the Gala.
$ IHZ UHPLQGHUV DUH WKDW ZH ZLOO KDYH HOHFWLRQ RI RIÂżFHUV at the November meeting and then on December 5th we will have our annual Christmas party jointly with the Roustabouts. It will be nice so everyone please plan on being there. Also on November 15th a Memorial service will be held for all of our departed brothers. It is a short but nice service and gives us the opportunity to give our respects to those that have gone to the Celestial Lodge above. We hope to see you there.
Our sick, lame, and lazy report is not bad as we are not aware of a lot of aches and pains. Bob Tucker seems to be on the mend with his knee, Past Potentate Bob Jones is also on the mend after heart surgery, Chuck Lianza had a stroke and is recovering and Ruth Barker has some issues. They all need to be kept in our prayers. Brother Shriners as well as friends, Bill Angell and Steve Daubenmire passed away recently and we ask that the Supreme Grand Master comfort their families in their time of sorrow. Happy trails to you until we meet again and may the good Lord above take a likin to you.
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successful event. Most importantly, we all bonded as a unit and as a large, extended family. As Colonel of the unit, I can’t tell you how proud I am of this amazing bunch of people; from the nobles themselves, to the wives, all the way down to the children and even friends of unit members who tossed in at this event and many more. We just recently enjoyed competing in the Chili Cook-off at Camp Alzafar where we took the trophy for Most Spirited. This group of men and their families go far beyond just making a showing. They always come to have a good time and raise awareness for our Temple and of Masonry. If you’re looking for somewhere to bring your family, have a good time, raise money for our hospitals, and meet a great bunch of Shriners, come to the Burning Sun unit where I’m sure you won’t be disappointed.
BURNING SUN By: James Stimson The Burning Sun unit is a motorized go kart unit that prides itself on its togetherness between its members. Not only do we come together as Shriners, Masons, a Unit and as Brothers, we also come together as a family. This year, there has been multiple occasions where our unit shined. We are proud to say that we attended TSA, TSMPA, and Imperial session this year along with numerous parades, the annual circus, and many shrine functions. But with all that’s happened, it’s hard to pick just one memorable moment. Burning Sun took two trophies in Imperial, two trophies in TSA, and with our children and our spouses riding with our amazing members, we were successful in taking multiple trophies in TSMPA. This alone would be something to be proud of, but it can only take a back seat to how we came together on multiple occasions this year to show our proud and thriving unit. $W )LHVWD IRU H[DPSOH ZH KHOG RXU DQQXDO VQRZ FRQH ERRWK ZKLFK if you got to see it, is a production in itself. There is a ton of work WKDW JRHV LQWR D PDMRU HYHQW OLNH )LHVWD DQG WKH PHPEHUV RI WKLV XQLW stepped up, put in long hours, and came together to make it yet another
So in closing, I can honestly say that the most memorable time of this 2015 year has been the togetherness of this unit throughout the whole year. I’ve been able to meet and hang out with some great families because of this unit. Our togetherness goes beyond the shrine and shrine functions. We are a unit outside the Shrine. We pride ourselves making this unit a family from BBQ’s at each other’s houses, to hanging out at Camp Alzafar, to being there during trying times. One might say that this unit is a great example of what shrinedom is all about.
HILL COUNTRY SHRINE CLUB
which will be on December 10th at the Callioux Theater in Kerrville. We anticipate great attendance.
By: Steve Burch
Through the generous efforts of our Nobles plus all these fundraising efforts, we expect the Shrine Club to be able once again to contribute, as its annual donation, a total of around $10,000 next year, which we will pass on to the Shriners Children’s Hospital and the Alazafar Hospital 7UDQVSRUWDWLRQ )XQG
The Hill Country Shrine Club started in 1949 and is still kicking! It PHHWV RQ WKH ÂżUVW 0RQGD\ RI HDFK PRQWK DW DP DW WKH ,QQ RI the Hills restaurant in Kerrville. We invite all Shriner Nobles and their wives to join us for our monthly meetings to enjoy fellowship and lunch. Some months we have the bonus of remarkable speakers.
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The Hill Country Shrine Club has been very busy during 2015. Our 38 club members sponsored our annual Bluegrass/Gospel Music Concert at the Callioux Theater in Kerrville. As in previous years, we had a superb turnout of approximately 350 people came to hear great music by The Marksmen Quartet in April. The club thanks all Shriners and residents of the Hill Country for their generous support for this concert, which was our biggest charity event of the year. The IHOP restaurant also sponsored an important annual fundraising effort for Shriners, generating around $1000 in March 2015.
On November 2nd, our club will have its next monthly meeting. During WKLV PHHWLQJ ZH ZLOO KROG WKH DQQXDO HOHFWLRQ RI RXU RIÂżFHUV DW WKH Inn of the Hills in Kerrville. Also during this meeting, we will make plans for our annual Hill Country Shrine Club and Hill Country Scottish Rite Club Joint Christmas party, which will be held December 12th at the Inn of the Hills restaurant in Kerrville.
We are currently making preparations for our annual Magic Show,
Our second fundraiser is a Bluegrass Gospel Show which we sponsor in the spring or early summer. The third is a Children’s Magic Show VFKHGXOHG IRU D ZLQWHU PRQWK 7KH SUR¿WV IURP ERWK VKRZV DUH DOVR dedicated to Hospital related activities.
THE BOERNE SHRINE CLUB By: Greg Tom 7KH %RHUQH 6KULQH &OXE %6& KDV VR IDU KDG DQRWKHU VXFFHVVIXO \HDU We have raised funds for the Hospitals and the Circus while enjoying monthly meetings with our wives and families.
The club has already supported the Pulling4Kids fundraiser and the 7UDQVSRUWDWLRQ )XQG ZLWK GRQDWLRQV WRWDOLQJ DV ZHOO DV KHOSHG both Alzafar and club operations by selling approximately $4,200 in Circus ads.
We meet on the third Wednesday of each month at venues varying from country club ballrooms to restaurants to backyards combining business with social camaraderie and fun. Hospital fundraising centers around three annual events.
We recently hosted more than 80 Nobles and their guests at a Labor Day Parade tailgate party. Pulled pork, beans, etc., as well as a selection of cold beverages hit the spot.
We work with Boerne’s Mayor and Kendall County’s Commissioners Court to proclaim and publicize one day a year as “Shriners Hospitals for Children Day.â€? On May 9th, assisted by the Divan, Clowns, and other Alzafar Nobles, we hit the local streets with fezzes in hand to solicit support. One hundred percent of the donations are passed on to $O]DIDUÂśV +RVSLWDO 7UDQVSRUWDWLRQ )XQG
Looking forward, we have the Children’s Magic Show scheduled for December 9th at Champion High School. Our Christmas Party and ,QVWDOODWLRQ RI 2I¿FHUV ZLOO EH RQ 'HFHPEHU WK DW WKH 6FHQLF /RRS CafÊ. All Nobles and their families are invited to join in our activities. We welcome new members to help in the noble cause of helping children.
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The Golf Unit was very busy during September and culminated E\ D JUHDW IXQ DQG JRO¿QJ ZHHN GXULQJ WKH *ROI 8QLW 3UHVLGHQWœV Trip to Galveston. As is expected in golf, there were winners and losers, but the food and fellowship was awesome. The Golf Unit Ladies were honored by an escorted tour of the Galveston Shriner’s Childrens Hospital.
By: Walt, the Sub-Scribe I was taught not to volunteer, but there are circumstances where you can’t refuse. Our Golf Unit Scribe, Bogey Buck, had to relinquish his duties due to an illness, so how could I refuse. Get well soon Brother Buck. )LUVW ZH LQFUHDVHG RXU PHPEHUVKLS E\ DQG ZH ZHUH LQYROYHG in over 90 activities, of these, 25 events included the Ladies. Other activities were 12 monthly competitions and 24 fun tournaments, Tri-City Tournament and we hosted TSGA this year. Our charity tournament at the TPC raised over $35,000.00 for our hospitals. :H DOVR KDG JROI FDUWV LQ RI WKH SDUDGHV DQG ZH DJDLQ KDG the curtain duties at the circus. Since we missed the date line for an article, perhaps a pinch of late bragging is in order. During WKH ¿UVW \HDUV IURP LWV FUHDWLRQ WKH *ROI 8QLW KDV UDLVHG RYHU $150,000.00 by selling Circus ads. This year, besides selling ads, 15 Golf Unit members worked 11 circus performances. Well done JX\V :H DOVR KHOG D 6XSHU %RZO 3DUW\ )LHVWD /XDX SDUW\
LAREDO SHRINE CLUB By: Miguel A. Inclan, Jr. 2015 has been a great year for the Laredo Shrine Club in many aspects. Our outreach clinics held by the Houston hospital staff at Ruthe B. Cowl Rehabilitation Center have been very rewarding and the improvements made by our patients have been tremendous and serve as a reminder to continue the hard work. Laredo has always been a generous city and this year has been no exception. Last night our bowling tournament raised a good amount of money for our local club and we are thankful for the community’s support and the work of the bowling tournament VXE FRPPLWWHH 2XU EXFNHW EULJDGH WR EHQH¿W WKH +RVSLWDOV ZLOO EH held on October 24, 2015 and we will be receiving the assistance of Nobles and Clowns from Alzafar Shrine who will make the trip down south for this great cause.
SHOTGUN UNIT By: Col Hoke, 1st VP The most memorable event of 2015, I have of our Shotgun Unit is our member participation. As I have previously stated, we are the newest founded unit, with most of our members belonging to PXOWLSOH XQLWV PDQ\ VHUYLQJ DV 2IÂżFHUV 1REOHV LQ RWKHU XQLWV We are also small in number with 25 active members but growing, 5 joined since Jan. 2015 and we will add 2 more by Dec. 2015. When the shrine has an event, we are present either as a shotgunner or participating in another unit’s work, all supporting the Jewel we know as Alzafar. There is no “Iâ€? in the word Teamwork. It takes all the units participating to have great events, such as IHOP Pancake Day, Stated & Special Meetings, Divan Elected & Appointed, 0LG :LQWHU 7666$ 3DUDGHV 8QLW 3UDFWLFH 3XOOLQJ )RU .LGV (DVWHU ,PSHULDO &LUFXV $FWLYLWLHV &DPS $O]DIDU 2SHQLQJ Maintaining, Masonic Day, Chili Cook Offs, relaxing with family
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Noble Todd is already working on the plans for the 2016 Golf Charity Tournament. He is directing a new approach, which appears primed to enhance the contributions for the Children’s Hospitals. Let’s give Bob our support. November 19th is the Golf Unit Toy Lunch tournament at the Alsatian. All toys donated will be taken to the Shrine Children’s Hospitals in Houston and Galveston. Let’s all plan to participate. 7KH $O]DIDU *ROI 8QLW ZDV FUHDWHG 1RYHPEHU 7KH ÂżUVW President was Noble Talley. We meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 pm. Âł0D\ WK\ EDOO OLH LQ JUHHQ SDVWXUHV QRW LQ VWLOO ZDWHUV´ %HQ Hogan) However, the most memorable moment so far this year in my opinion happened at one of our monthly meetings at Olive Garden. The discussion that night centered on whether we should cut costs by meeting at the Lodge instead of at a restaurant, but a Noble mentioned that meeting in a public place could increase our SURÂżOH DQG LQGLUHFWO\ LQFUHDVH PHPEHUVKLS QXPEHUV 0HDQZKLOH a little girl kept popping up from a booth adjoining our meeting URRP DQG NHSW SRLQWLQJ WRZDUGV P\ )H] 6HHLQJ WKH JLUO , GHFLGHG to let her play with it. I immediately heard her mom exclaim “Oh, it’s the Shriners!â€? while I returned to keep the discussion going. 8SRQ ÂżQLVKLQJ WKH GLVFXVVLRQ WKH JLUO DQG KHU IDPLO\ VWHSSHG LQWR RXU URRP DQG VKH KDQGHG PH P\ )H] XSVLGH GRZQ ,QVLGH P\ IH] I found a check, a donation made by the family and that was all we needed to know before taking a vote. Our meetings will be held LQ UHVWDXUDQWV DQG ZH ZLOO PDNH WKH HIIRUW WR LQFUHDVH RXU SURÂżOH not only to raise awareness and funding but also to perhaps excite the curiosity of someone who may end up becoming one of us, someone who will help a child have a better life.
& Closing), Gala’s, serving on Committee’s, Transportation, *UHHWHUV +RVWV DQG 8QLW )XQFWLRQV *ROI %DQG +LOOELOO\ 0LQL Wheels, Antique Carriage, Provost Guard, Rod & Gun, Burning Sun, Cabiri, Honor Guard, Red Roadsters, Nemnuf and Ladies Oriental), throughout the year. I sincerely hope I didn’t miss knowing or mentioning any of my Brothers involvement in other units. Please correct me, they will. We also enjoy our Unit Shotgun practices, hunting and our shotgun competitions both Masonic and civilian. Also with many serving in their Blue Lodges as well in Scottish or York Rite activities. Shriners are doers and have families that enjoy accomplishment in helping others. Our Installation/Christmas party will be 3 Dec at the Barn Door. We still have our two shotgun drawing going, so please ask any member for tickets. OBTW, our Assistant Rabban’s team put on a beautiful, well GRQH *DOD <,)
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By: Jason Triggs
By: Richard Wallace
When I look around at my life in the Shrine, Many things I cherish stand out in my mind. Hospitals for the children that can’t run and play, Brings hope to the families in so many ways. $ FULSSOHG RU EXUQHG FKLOG JHWV ÂżUVW UDWH FDUH And there’s never a charge for any child there. And I’m proud of our circus that’s part of the Shrine, It brings out the child in all of our minds. ,ÂśOO VWDQG ZLWK P\ %URWKHUV DQG VDOXWH RXU Ă€DJ Be it brand new or tattered and sagged. ‘Cause it’s heavily entwined in our Lodge of blue, It stands for our freedom and the religion we choose. We’re from many backgrounds and different lifestyles, But we never stand taller than when we stoop to help a child. Yes, I’m proud to be a Shriner and I love the parades, ‘Cause children’s laughter is what I get paid. **Ben R. Steen**
The Alzafar Shrine Band’s year typically starts with a performance at WKH 3RWHQWDWHœV ,QVWDOODWLRQ %DOO LQ )HEUXDU\ 7KH QH[W SHUIRUPDQFH is at the Alamo for the Grand Master’s Commemoration Ceremony followed by second performance for the Masonic Youth Brunch at WKH $O]DIDU 6KULQH &HQWHU RQ WKH ¿UVW 6DWXUGD\ LQ 0DUFK 6WDWHG Meetings on the second Thursday of each month provide the band with an opportunity to perform a variety of music including marches and patriotic music, German music, dance music, Christmas music, and selections for All-State Competition. $W WKLV \HDUœV $OO 6WDWH &RPSHWLWLRQ WKH %DQG HDUQHG )LUVW 3ODFHV LQ Concert, German, and Dixieland as well as Second Place in Dance Band. When we tried to enter the Imperial Band Competition, we found that it had been cancelled due to lack of interest.
(YHU\ WLPH , UHDG WKLV SRHP P\ FKHVW ÂżOOV ZLWK SULGH EHLQJ SDUW RI WKH JUHDWHVW SKLODQWKURS\ LQ WKH ZRUOG ,Q WKH ÂżUVW SDWLHQW ZDV WUHDWHG LQ WKH ÂżUVW 6KULQHUV +RVSLWDOV IRU &KLOGUHQ LQ 6KUHYHSRUW LA. Since then, nearly one million children have been treated at one of the 22 Shriners Hospitals for Children across the United States, and in Canada and Mexico. Is there a Shriner in you? Log on to www.beashrinernow.com or contact our Membership Committee at jrtriggs@sbcglobal.net and we can get you started on a very rewarding journey.
MOTOR PATROL By: Russ GrifďŹ th
We were also fortunate enough to be invited to perform at Camp Alzafar during Labor Day Weekend where we enjoyed performing a variety of music, which was well received by the Nobility and their families. The Alzafar Shrine Circus is the high point of the band’s year. During these performances, we invite local musicians to join us and they eagerly look forward to participating. At the Circus performance RQ )ULGD\ PRUQLQJ ZH KRVWHG WKH *UHJRU\ /XQD 0LGGOH 6FKRRO Longhorn Band. They put on an admirable show every year and everyone is amazed at their dedication. 7KH )UDQNOLQ 3DUN 5HWLUHPHQW &HQWHU DW 6RQWHUUD KDV VFKHGXOHG the Alzafar Shrine Band for a performance in November. This performance begins the band’s return to performing outside of the Shrine Center and collecting donations for the Hospitals.
This has been a good year for Shrine membership in the band as )DOO LV KHUH 2U VR WKH ZHDWKHU JX\V WHOO XV 6R DOO \RX KDUG FRUH well. We had two new members join and another is progressing bikers, who have had your bikes in the garage safely out of the hot through his Blue Lodge Degrees and will be joining Alzafar soon. sun, can get them out now. Don’t forget to check all the normal LWHPV ¹ WLUH SUHVVXUH RLO IUHVK JDV DQG EDWWHU\ PLJKW QHHG D ELW of a charge). Also, pack a rain suite and jacket. I know – it’s still in the 90s, but I’m just saying – it actually could get cool and might even rain. This is normally the season for some of our best By: Tom Gilbert riding days. Hope to see many of you on the road soon. The Canyon Lake Shrine Club met on October 12, 2015. There Our meetings are the third Monday of each month at 7 PM in were 35 people in attendance. Noble Steve White, President, 5RRP )RU PRUH LQIRUPDWLRQ DERXW RXU XQLW SOHDVH FDOO PH DW welcomed everyone. The meal was served at 7:00 pm. The new 210-771-7335. business was discussed.
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Noble Bob Todd told about plans that are being made to have a Texas Shrine Children’s Golf Classic with all proceeds going to the Texas Shrine Hospital. He will keep us informed in how our club can help in this effort.
OFFICIAL CALL OF THE POTENTATE Annual Election of OfďŹ cers 1RWLFH LV KHUHE\ JLYHQ WKDW WKH $QQXDO (OHFWLRQ RI 2IÂżFHUV ZLOO EH held at a Stated Session of Alzafar Shriners at the time and place shown below. Attest: George Garza, Jr. Recorder
Our guest speaker, Mary Jurewicz, independent tour guide, gave an informative talk about places to see and things to do in San $QWRQLR )UHGHULFNVEXUJ DQG $XVWLQ ZLWK D TXHVWLRQ DQG DQVZHU session.
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Thursday, December 10, 2015 7:30 pm Alzafar Shrine Center 901 N. Loop 1604 W. San Antonio, TX 78232
All Shrine members and ladies and guests are welcome to our next meeting which will be on November 9, 2015 at the Canyon Lake Lakeside Golf Club. Social time is 6:30 pm and meeting at 7:00 pm. Contact Tom Gilbert, Secretary at 830-899-4839 or email tngilbert75@gmail.com for more information.
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ALTRUI COURT NO. 89, LADIES’ ORIENTAL SHRINE OF NA By: Lady Nicole Squyer It’s been a wonderful year and with the holidays upon us, the Ladies of the Oriental Shrine of North America are geared up to enjoy the festiveties! We started off with the 2015-2016 Installation RI 2I¿FHUV WKDW ZDV KHOG 6DWXUGD\ 0DUFK LQ WKH $O]DIDU Shrine Center’s Terrace Room. With a tremendous show of support from our Ladies, as well as friends and family, we welcomed Lady Roberta Ensor as our new High Priestess. With so many blessings DQG D IHZ OLJKW VDEHUV WKH FHUHPRQ\ ZDV D GHOLJKWIXO VXFFHVV Afterwards, the celebration continued with refreshments and food in the Parlors and everyone had a marvelous time! Another memorable moment was the memories and laughter shared at Grand Council! The performance held for our High Priestess Lady Roberta was a success and for many of the newer members, the experience was a great learning tool for the what, when, where and hows of our wonderful organization.
1RZ OHWœV QRW IRUJHW WKRVH IXQGUDLVHUV :HœYH KDG JRRGLH EDJV WKLV one is still on the table), so purchase a ticket and you’ll have the opportunity to win a beautiful purse. Not only will the winner enjoy a beautiful purse, but it will also contain $100.00. We also had our Puttin’ on the Glitz event that was a tremendous success! Everyone had a wonderful time and we’d like to thank everyone involved in helping make it a great success. Then came the circus! Words cannot express how grateful we are for everyone involved in this event. Not only is it one of the Shrine’s most successful fundraisers as a whole, but it unites all members as a family! Please contact any member of LOS for more information regarding any of these fundraising events.
This year, we were blessed to have our very own Lady Charlene Carpenter, PGHP, selected as the United Way 2015 Volunteer of the Year, for her ongoing service to the Wilford Hall Surgery Dept. 6KH ZDV FKRVHQ IURP RWKHU ÂżQDOLVWV UHSUHVHQWLQJ DOO GLIIHUHQW categories of community service. Prior to this, in a separate
If you know of Lady who is interested in becoming a “Lady Shriner� with Altrui Court No. 89, or for more information in regards to upcoming projects and parties, please contact any member for details. Hope to see each of you at our next meeting. If you need to contact Lady Roberta Ensor, High Priestess, her number is 210.601.3079 and e-mail is outthink@aol.com.
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THE ANTIQUE CARRIAGE UNIT By: Bud Martin
By: Roger Hopkins
We are still waiting for that cold weather called autumn with some winter. I hope that we have some of it before this issue comes out in November.
During our September meeting, the nominating committee announced the candidates for Vice Commander for 2016. Elections will be held at our November meeting and ,QVWDOODWLRQ RI 2IÂżFHUV ZLOO WDNH SODFH LQ WKH 3DUORUV RQ December.
Most of the parades have passed by already. Unless I am wrong, we have two left for this year. The Veteran’s Day Parade in San Antonio will be on Sat. 7 Nov. The meeting place is usually at or near the Scottish Rite Temple on Avenue E near the Alamo. We have not received the word as to where we will meet yet. The Lineup time is 10:00 AM and the start time is 12:00 Noon. Believe it or not that is it for the month of November.
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Everyone has enjoyed all the times that we have had together. At our next meeting on the third Tuesday of October, we will be QRPLQDWLQJ FDQGLGDWHV IRU RXU RIÂżFHUV IRU WKH \HDU RI 2XU RIÂżFHUV WKLV \HDU KDYH GRQH D JUHDW MRE 3UHVLGHQW 7RP <RXQJ 9LFH President George Wilson, Treasurer elect, Hermon Colegrove, who has replaced Bob Elmendorf, because he lost his battle to cancer WKLV \HDU +H ZLOO EH PLVVHG YHU\ PXFK DQG 6HFUHWDU\ )UDQN .LQJ Thank you for a job well done. This time, I am going to leave you with two words of wisdom. One, “The happiest people don’t necessarily have the best of everything. They just make the best of everything.â€? Two, “Never does a man stand so tall as when he stoops to help a child.â€? Until next time, God Bless.
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Attendance at our “Ladies Night Potluck� has increased markedly since we’ve been meeting at the Shrine instead of local eateries. The consensus is that the food is better and the atmosphere more conducive to friendly conversation. This is a trend that will be continued in 2016. The number of drivers has increased this year even though the numbers of trips has not. We look forward to continuing our growth in both trips and drivers in 2016. Our participation in the Laredo Clinic continues to be strong and we anticipate this will continue through 2016 as will our attendance in the YDULRXV SDUDGH ZKHUH WKH )(= LQ YLVLEOH DQG UHFRJQL]HG E\ the crowds. We look forward to supporting our upcoming Potentate and Divan in their numerous endevors.
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Nobles one and all, it is hard to believe that we are coming to the close of DQRWKHU \HDU $V ZH DSSURDFK 'HFHPEHU ZH DUH WDNLQJ WKH WLPH WR UHÀHFW on all that has occurred. I can think of a more appropriate way to begin this article than to give a huge thanks to our Illustrious Sir JD Thomas and his beautiful wife Valerie. Under his leadership and guidance we have ÀRXULVKHG DV D 7HPSOH DQG FRQWLQXH WR SXVK IRU H[FHOOHQFH LQ DOO ZH GR Our unit had the pleasure of traveling to Houston to participate at Imperial’s International Association of Motor Corps competition. We are happy to report, as we have done in the past, that the Mini Wheels are your 2015 Drill International Champions and won 3rd place in the obstacle competition. Before competing at the International level, members of our unit participated in the annual Texas Shrine Association completion in Corpus Christi. We are very proud to report we placed 2nd in drill. Not only do we keep busy with all that we do for our Alzafar family, but we also have plenty of members staying more than busy at their blue lodges. Gilbert Rangel is the Worshipful Master at Harlandale Lodge for the 2nd time. At Helotes Lodge, Carlos Stanigar is the Senior Steward, Guillermo Naranjo is Tiler, James Vaughn is the Marshal and Robert Norman is the Worshipful Master. Thank you gentleman for keeping our blue lodges going. Last but certainly not least, we would jut like to extend a huge thank you to each and every person that helps the Mini Wheels going and supports us. Thank you to our beautiful Mini Mates and pit crew, without our family’s support we would not be able to experience so much success. 2015 has turned out to be an amazing year; we are looking forward to riding that momentum into 2016.
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ALZAFAR ORIENTAL BAND By: Neil Elliott 2015 – The year began in Grande Style when Alzafar’s 100th Potentate, Ill. Sir J.D. and his Lady Val Thomas invited the Oriental Band to participate in the opening ceremonies of their beautiful Pote’s Ball. Enhancing the OB performance was the accompaniment by the splendid Daughters of the Nile Dance Troupe.
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Week-by-Week – Band director Jim W. choreographed a really cool presentation. The OB was relentless in the weekly practices with two goals: State Championship and on to capture the International Championship. And it paid off ‌. DID IT EVER!
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The September rally was held at the Peach Country RV Resort in Stonewall, Texas. This rally was the last one this year where we met with the Ben Hur Shrine. The park in Stonewall is a quiet peaceful place. The club house has a large covered porch with several great rocking chairs, Many of us sat and rocked the GD\ DZD\ DQG HQMR\HG WKH FRPSDQ\ RI IHOORZ 6KULQHUV )RU WKRVH that like adventure, Stonewall is situated in the heart of the hill FRXQWU\ÂśV ZLQHULHV , FRXQWHG EHWZHHQ )UHGHULFNVEXUJ DQG Johnson City. We had a very good pot luck dinner and breakfast
Hot Sands BBQ Unit By: Dennis Stevens We are pleased to introduce one of the newest units to the Alzafar family! Hot Sands BBQ Unit is a competitive BBQ unit that will work closely with the Membership Committee to promote Alzafar Shriners and our philanthropy throughout the community. You may have already seen us in action at the Ceremonial and Masonic
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The next Alzafar rally will be in Rockport, Texas, October 22nd through the 25th at the Lagoon’s RV Resort. We love to rally at the coast. Our November rally will be at the Canyon Trail RV Resort in San Marcos, Texas, November 19th through the 22nd. If you have a RV and want to have a lot of fun in a relaxed atmosphere with Brother Nobles and their Ladies, come out and rally with us. I know you will have a great time. Call Wagon Master -DPHV .HHOH RU 6HFUHWDU\ $GG\ $GGLQJWRQ 931-9707) for information about the next rally.
Picnic, and we’re looking forward to many more events. We are just getting up and running, but are looking forward to our competitions and fundraisers, talking membership, and of course, creating some awesome BBQ! The founding members are Nobles Carlos Stanigar, %UDG %HVHWK 0DUFR =XQLJD 5REHUW 1RUPDQ DQG 'HQQLV 6WHYHQV :H FXUUHQWO\ PHHW WKH ¿UVW 7XHVGD\ RI WKH PRQWK DW SP DW WKH 3DYLOLRQ VQDFNV PHDO DW SP 6R LI \RX HQMR\ JRRG IHOORZVKLS don’t mind putting in a little work, love BBQ and Alzafar, reach out to any one of us to get more details. Until then, keep it low and slow!
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