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January 2020 Edition 3443 South Galena St., Denver, Colorado 80231

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Bobby Marner

Nobles, Ladies and Family of El Jebel Shrine:

December is a month filled with joy and excitement.

The many Holiday gatherings come to mind and the clo-

sure that the year is ending is always present. Lady Lisa

and I were on the go nonstop all month with El Jebel hav-

ing fun and fellowship. The RV Roamers comingled

many units together and had a great Christmas party at

Mt. Vernon. A great time was had by all without excep-

tion. El Jebel’s participation is up and the sky is the limit!

For the first time since moving in “The Offices of El

Jebel Shrine” were holiday decorated. What a great job

done by the decorating team! If you would like to help

out next year, contact Ken Jones to get involved.

The annual Children’s Christmas party at Highlands

Lodge was very well attended. Assistant Rabban Ron and

his lady Robyn had a team of dedicated holiday helpers in

place that did not disappoint! Santa and his Elves made

everyone big or small smile with excitement! Thanks to

all, you did a great job!

The El Jebel Shrine annual elections were held and the

2020 officers were elected. Potentate- Joe (Tater Tot)

Kent, Chief Rabban- Ron (Mashed Taters) Williamson,

Assistant Rabban- Ken (I’ll see what I can do) Jones,

High Priest and Prophet- Grady (Well OK then) Carter,

Oriental Guide- Jim (If you need me then I’m there) Daw-

kins, Treasurer- P.P. Jim (Checks and Balances*) Stewart

and Recorder- Jay (You got it) Bobick. You have a team

in place that will offer clarity for all, where questions are

always welcomed and answers are always found. The ap-

pointed officers will be announced at the stated meeting.

Moving into January you have the Presidents and Secre-

tary’s meeting on the 11th. This meeting outlines a lot of

next year’s planning and is considered very important.

The 2020 “Potentate’s Trip” presentation is also sched-

uled to follow later on this day. The 13th will be the In-

stallation of officers and stated meeting. National Western

Stock Show “Shriners” night is on the 17th and tickets are

still available at the office call 303-455-3470 for more

information.

The Panorama Management Company is doing a great

job for us managing our building. We now have an Oper-

ations Summary including Banking, Financial Statements,

Accounts Receivable Activity and Accounts Payable Ac-

tivity report. Clarity and accountability is a very wel-

comed addition to El Jebel Shrine.

The Building Trustees did a great job for us on this en-

deavor. Many hands have made for great work here!

1st Lady Lisa and I have enjoyed this year with all of

you. You participated with us and showed us support sec-

ond to none. Hopefully you feel more in tune with El Jeb-

el (as this was our intent). Remember “Memories remind

us that nothing lasts forever. Time is precious and should

not be wasted. Enjoy life and remember, don’t count the

days, make the days count.” Amen

Yours In The Faith,

Bobby Marner Potentate El Jebel Shrine 2019

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Jay Bobick

THE NEW YEAR IS HERE

Welcome Nobles and families to the 2020 El Jebel Shrine! It

is a new year, new leadership, and a new outlook for your El

Jebel under the leadership of Illustrious Potentate Elect Joe

Kent. We had a great, no a magnificent 2019 with our immedi-

ate Illustrious Past Potentate Bobby Marner leading a multitude

of accomplishments that improved our Temple and our mem-

bership. Now, soon to be Illustrious Joe has paved the way for

and set our sights to not only continuing but raising the bar for a

great El Jebel 2020. This is our 2020 leadership elected and

appointed:

The above elections and appointments were accomplished at

our Monday, 9 December Stated Meeting that began at 6

o’clock with a lasagna dinner. Sixty-five Nobles were there

with ladies and family members. Potentate Bobby Marner

opened the evening with a welcome to all and asked our Chap-

lain Jim Oliver to give an opening prayer. After dinner, Joe

Kent introduced our dignitaries attending beginning with the

Illustrious Past Potentates; Dick Williams, Amer Plaisted, Jim

Fitzpatrick, Ron Cosens, Tony Dattilo, Dennis Proctor, Matt

Raia and Rich Silver. Also there were; Past Imperial Chaplain

Greg Rindone, Denver Scottish Rite Secretary Matt Raia, York

Rite Bodies Treasurer Steve Hubbard, Tom Leahy from India

Temple and one of our new members Lee M. (Hoss) Monse-

broten.

Illustrious Sir Bobby asked our Chaplain Jim Oliver to come

forward for our annual “In Challa.” This Ceremony is the time

we have a Memorial Service to Honor our deceased Nobility.

Thirty-nine names were read and prayers said for them and

their families. It is always proper and needed to keep the mem-

ories of our departed brethren ever in our hearts as, with all, a

time will come for us to join them.

After dinner, the ladies adjourned to their meeting that was

highlighted by a “Sock Exchange.” Each lady

brought a pair of socks filled with a wide variety of goodies

that were exchanged with all attending. The ladies had a fun

time and all went home with their goodies. The formal part of

the evening for the nobles opened at 7:45 pm in due form pre-

sided by our Potentate. Noble Ed Richards, Legion of Honor

Commander, led in our Pledge of Allegiance followed by the

Chanters singing the National Anthem. Chaplain Jim Oliver

gave the invocation.

The Treasurer’s Report was given by Joe Kent, Chief Rab-

ban, who also gave a brief comment concerning the 2020

Budget that will be presented for approval at the 13 January

2020 Annual Meeting. The Potentate then called Illustrious

Tony Dattilo to conduct the 2020 Officers’ Election. Before

the election, Tony thanked Potentate Bobby for all that he had

accomplished in 2019 and also thanked all who attended the

Children’s Christmas Party where he again represented Santa

Claus. The election process progressed without any concerns

electing those officers listed above. The newly elected Poten-

tate then nominated and those elected for Imperial Representa-

tives and CSSA Representatives were Joe Kent, Ron William-

son and Ken Jones.

At this point, while there was no old business, there were two

items that required Noble approval. They were the 2020 Poten-

tate’s Jamaica Trip and the 2020 Sportsmen’s Raffle that will

be held on 3 October 2020 at Highlands Lodge. Both items

were heartedly approved without discussion.

Our new Potentate Elect said that it was an absolute pleasure

serving as Chief Rabban and thanked the Potentate for a great

team effort. He commended the Divan for their continued ef-

forts to make our Temple great. Joe said we are heading to a

bright future and wants all nobles to get active and asked all to

bring in new members. Then, our Potentate Elect thanked

again all Nobles and their families.

In closing, the Potentate said it was a fast year and the in-

volvement of all was fantastic. It was a real team effort. There

are a few clouds out there but, we will prevail. Bobby then

thanked his Chief Aide Steve Hubbard and thanked the Cabiri,

Past Potentates for their guidance throughout the year. He stat-

ed that the best was being out there and having fun. Then he

thanked Wayne Livermore for making the long journey from

Kansas to be with us for the elections and celebrations. With

that Illustrious Bobby closed his final meeting at 8:50 pm,

peace and harmony, in deed, prevailing.

Fraternally Submitted,

James C. Bobick. Recorder

El Jebel Shriners

Elected Appointed

Potentate, Joe Kent 1st Ceremonial Master, Ron Dunsmore

Chief Rabban, Ron Williamson 2nd Ceremonial Master, Perry Mittler

Assistant Rabban, Ken Jones Marshal, Joel Roche

HP&P Grady Carter Captain of the Guard, John Titterington

Oriental Guide, Jim Dawkins Outer Guard, Bill Brassette

Treasurer, Jim Stewart Director, David Dorn

Recorder, Jay Bobick Chaplain, Jim Oliver

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EL JEBEL SHRINE

Phone (303) 455-3470 Fax: (303) 458-8849

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THE RED FEZ

Desktop Edition 2020-1

Bobby Marner

Illustrious Potentate

ELECTED DIVAN

Joe Kent Chief Rabban

Ron Williamson Assistant Rabban

Ken Jones High Priest & Prophet

Ron Pitcock Oriental Guide

Jim Stewart, P.P. Treasurer

Jay Bobick Recorder

APPOINTED DIVAN

Gary Loberg 1st Ceremonial Master

Perry Mittler 2nd Ceremonial Master

Joel Roche Marshal

John Titterington Captain of the Guard

Bill Brassette Outer Guard

Ron Dunsmore Director

Jim Oliver Chaplain

LIVING PAST POTENTATES

Robert G. Van Male (1988)

Thomas D. Palmer (1989)

Jack D. Patten (1990)

Steve Tucker (1991)

Richard E. Williams (1993)

Amer Plaisted (1994)

Dr. David Powell (1997)

Jim Lear (1998)

Michael G. Severe (1999)

Jim Fitzpatrick (2000)

Ron Cosens (2003)

Richard Karns (2004, 2005)

Clint Dexter (2006)

Tony Dattilo (2007)

Fred Taylor (2008)

Jim Stewart (2009)

Ed Rendon (2010)

Dennis Proctor (2011)

Jim Long (2012)

Matthew Raia (2013)

Phil Hause (2014)

Michael Trevathan (2015)

Larry Clark (2016)

Rich Silver (2017, 2018)

PUBLICATION STAFF

Susan Boles, Editor

Jim & Judy Taylor , Photographer

Tony Dattilo, P.P. Feature Writer

Subscriptions are available to members. Call the office

303-455-3470 if you would like a copy mailed to you each month for an annual fee of $15.00

There was a friend whose heart was good

He walked with men and understood

His was a voice that spoke with cheer, And felt like music on the ear

His was a smile men loved to see; His was a hand that asked no fee for friendli-ness or kindness done. And now that he

has journeyed on, His is a fame that nev-er ends, He leaves behind uncounted

friends

Passed thru the Unseen Portals

In Memoriam

“Our beloved Brethren live on in a new and

more glorious life and service. We carry

their influence in our lives and their memo-

ries in our hearts. They are not forgotten.

Ronald V. Hayden

H. Rolland Murher

Ronald E. O’Hair

Frank M. Yoritomo

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Membership Report

Total Membership (with Associates)

951

1– Affiliation

3—Demits

3- Suspended

4- Expired

Calendar of Events

January

11 Presidents/Secretaries Meeting

11 Jamaica Trip Presentation

11 Al Kaly Installation of Officers

13 Installation of Officers & Stated Meeting

17 Stock Show

16/19 East West Shrine Game

23-25 Grand Lodge

February

9 El Mejdel Mystery Dinner

10 Family Meeting—Valentine Day Party

15-16 WCSC Installation—Grand Junction

25 I-HOP

March

9 Stated Meeting/Ladies Program

14 St. Patrick’s Day Parade & Lunch

21 El Mejdel Installation

El Jebel Shrine emails

Recorder—recorder@eljebel.org

Treasurer——treasurer@eljebel.org

Accounting—director@eljebel.org

Susan Boles/Red Fez—office@eljebel.org

Calendar—office@eljebel.org

Points—points@eljebel.org

Donations

Shriners Hospitals for Children In Memory of

Dick Welle Monthly Donation

Greg & Kendy Cusick-Rindone Shirley Akridge

Fran Blackman Bob McCullough

Farrel & Duane Vikman Wayne Litten

David & Iris Krogh Shirley Akridge

Robin & Stanzi Lucy Shirley Akridge

Mike & Robin Terry Ron Hayden

Ellen Tye Gwen Roepke

Jim & Judy Taylor Donation

Transportation Fund In Memory of

Gay & Sandy Blackmore Howard Grossenheider

Farrel & Duane Vikman Donation

Fred Dare Donation

Sam & Mary Wittner Donation

Robert Patten Donation

Cars Helping Charities Donation

Operating Fund In Honor of

Don & Karen Myers Josephine Myers & Richard Schmittou

Building Fund In Memory of

Duane & Eileen Hess Sue Wright

Duane & Eileen Hess Shirley Akridge

SHC-SLC In Honor of

Castle Rock Bible Church Bob “Fuzzy” Kerr

Operating Fund In Memory of

Greg & Kendy Cusick-Rindone Bob McCullough

Claude Akridge Bob McCullough

Larry & Barbara Bedlan Bob McCullough

Farrel & Duane Vikman Donation

El Jebel Directors Staff Bob McCullough

Myer & Judy Sussman Shirley Akridge

Dan & Sonja Kamunen Shirley Akridge

Englewood Shrine Club Donation

Mr. & Mrs David Dearth Shirley Akridge

Diana Fulford Shirley Akridge

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Potentate

Elect

Joe Kent

Let me wish everyone a Happy and Prosperous New

Year. Thank you for having the confidence to elect me as

Potentate for 2020.

Karri and I are excited about the upcoming year. There

will be parties and events throughout 2020. A complete

calendar and parade schedule is posted on the website.

Our 2020 Divan is:

Ron Williamson – Chief Rabban

Ken Jones – Assistant Rabban

Grady Carter – High Priest and Prophet

Jim Dawkins – Oriental Guide

Jim Stewart - Treasurer

Jay Bobick - Recorder

Ron Dunsmore – 1st Ceremonial Master

Perry Mittler – 2nd Ceremonial Master

Marshal– Joel Roche

Captain of the Guard – John Titterington Jr.

Outer Guard – Bill Brassette

Director – David Dorn

Chaplin – Jim Oliver

There will be a Presidents and Secretaries meeting on

the 11th of January at 9:00 at the shrine, a light breakfast

will be served. Following the meeting there will be a

presentation on the Potentate’s trip to Jamaica which will

be April 7th to April 11th.

El Jebel installation of officers will be January 13th dur-

ing our regular meeting. Units come out as we will also

install your officers for 2019 during this meeting as well.

Tickets are available now at the office for the Shrine

Night at the Stock Show on January 17th. We are plan-

ning on having a Shrine Child ride in the wagon with us

at the beginning of the Rodeo.

Let’s keep the fun and fellowship that we have experi-

enced throughout this past year going as we move into

2020!

Ken Jones – Assistant Rabban Elect

I would like to thank the Nobility for their continued

support. Lady Marlene and I are looking forward to

the events and fun in the upcoming 2020 Shrine year.

We are hoping to meet more of our Shrine family so

please attend monthly meetings and participate in

events.

A focus on membership retention, creation and pro-

specting is key to our survival and growth. I encour-

age all of you to join us in supporting our Membership

Committee. We can all assist by providing a ride to a

Noble who needs one, attending Blue Lodge regularly

and inviting prospective Brothers to our family events.

Lets us all support our Illustrious Potentate Elect, Joe

Kent in making 2020 a year of fun and growth.

See you at the next Shrine event!

Fun and Fraternity,

Ken

Continuing the

Vision of Caring for Kids

in 2020

Thank you to the nobility for the vote of confidence to

assume the role of Oriental Guide. I look forward to serv-

ing El Jebel in caring for our children and fostering broth-

erly fellowship!

Jim Dawkins

Oriental Guide elect

2020 El Jebel Shrine

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December 5, 2019

TO: TEMPLE DIVAN LEADERS

You may have recently received an email communica-

tion from Masonic Medical Research Institute (“MMRI”).

As Shrine Masons, we are aware of and proud of the

charitable work performed by Grand Lodges and appen-

dant bodies. As related to research, Masonic organiza-

tions also make tremendous contributions in that area as

well, specifically including the Knights Templar Eye

Foundation, Inc.

As part owner of Shriners Hospitals for Children, you

should know that Shriners research has already had a tre-

mendous impact on the provision of care throughout the

world. That research footprint continues to expand both

in terms of breadth and depth of unique, cutting edge re-

search projects.

Shriners International is currently involved in an un-

precedented number of collaborative partnerships with

Grand Lodges and appendant bodies. We recognize that

more can be done by working cooperatively, than through

more limited unilateral efforts. While we are pleased that

the Masonic MMRI, the Knights Templar Eye Founda-

tion, and other Masonic groups are involved in funding

research, Shrine temples should be extraordinarily proud

to fund Shriners Hospitals for Children research projects

exclusively.

General Order No. 1, Series of 2019-2020, states on pag-

es 42 and 43:

“2. Fundraising for Charitable Purposes:

No Noble (in his capacity as a Shriner), club,

unit,

organization of Nobles or affiliated or appendant

corporations shall engage in any charitable fun

raising activity other than for Shriners Hospitals

for Children.”

While temples are generally not able to solicit charitable

gifts with restricted purposes, Shrine temples, clubs and

units are able to do so with regard to funds designated for

research. See Special Purpose Funds for Research on

page 46 of General Order No. 1. Therefore, Shrine or-

ganizations should be particularly proud of, and encour-

aged to support, their own charitable research efforts.

Unfortunately, it has come to our attention that, from

time to time, Shrine entities are making charitable contri-

butions to organizations other than Shriners Hospitals for

Children. Due to the tremendous impact our charity con-

tinues to have, it is difficult to understand why Shrine

organizations would choose to support a charity other

than our own, particularly when doing so violates Gen-

eral Order No. 1 and our covenant with one another to

support Shriners Hospitals for Children. See Shriners

Creed, 210.2 of the 2019 bylaws of Shriners Internation-

al. Please understand that this letter is not sent in opposi-

tion to the research efforts of MMRI, Knights Templar,

or any other Masonic organization. Rather, it is intended

to remind and encourage Shrine temples to support solely

the research efforts of the “World’s Greatest Philanthro-

py,” Shriners Hospitals for Children.

A new file is available for you to download from the

Fraternal Communications boardroom at Shriners Vil-

lage.

John Piland Letter – To Temple Divan Leaders (MMRI

communication)

https://boardroom.shrinersvillage.com/Files/Details.aspx?

id=33b1a84c-a5ac-4029-b13b-

e8fbf2b8e445&objectld=a9b2fbbd-17ba-4572-a622-

561f9faa95f0&boardroomld=28

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Tri-County: At our November meeting at Viva Mexico

in Montrose we had our election of officers for 2020. Our

President will be Scott Krebs, VP Fred Carson, Steve Isle

stepped down as Sec.- Treas. as he has a full load to carry

with all his other stuff going on so we elected Gary

Weiszbrod to the office and Sky Fairlamb is our Captain

for 2020. Fred Carson also won the 50/50 cash prize

which he is going to invest in food futures.

We will be dark in Dec. as there is lots going on with

lodges and holidays and all. We meet again Jan. 25th at

Daveto's at 1pm in beautiful downtown Delta.

Hope y'all had a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Western Colorado Shrine Club had their annual Christ-

mas party at Grand Vista Hotel Saturday Dec. 14th and

Michael Briscoe and his lady Janine did another great job

lining this up and Michael doing the MC work. It was a

great meal and then entertained by a 6th grade choir

group to top it all off.

Western Colorado Shrine club

By Steve Thomas

Western Colorado Shrine Club's December meeting was

called to order by President Gary Weiszbrod at 11:45am.

Blessing by Roger Phillips and Pledge was led by Bill

Hirt. Minutes were approved and mailed.

Secretary Andrew BE had questions about turning in

points for things other than meetings. Discussion fol-

lowed and it was noted that El Jebel, a few years ago had

the unit members elect a points chairman, each appointed

Chairman (as Parade, Christmas party, activities director

Etc.) register with El Jebel points chairman and turn in

their points earned.

Andrew would also like to have your e-mail address so

he can maybe save the club a little on mailing and it is

much faster than snail-mail.

Yearly dues are now to be paid $20.00 for WCSC.

Petitions: I understand we may have at least one and

maybe 2 petitions. I have a Mason in Montrose who has

asked for one but then he has come down sick. New fees

from El Jebel are:

New Shriner- $400.00 first years dues, Initiation, new

Fez and WCSC dinner for 2 and $350.00 for

a gently used preowned Fez.

They have used Fez cases for $20.00, new ones for

$30.00 and Fez stiffeners for $6.00 El Jebel yearly dues

are $135.00

Old business: Michael Briscoe has all under control for

our annual Christmas Party and is working on the Instal-

lation Party in Feb.

Hospital Coordinator: Gary Brown has some can tabs

he'd like to get to Salt Lake Hospital if anyone wants to

go and see the hospital.

Ceremonial Team are working hard for the Installation

and induction of new Shriners Feb. 15th

Sickness and Distress: We've had the Black Camel

come around again. WB Ron "Sparky" O'Hair has passed.

He was past president of the Clowns, very active until his

health started going down and will be missed by all.

Sparky helped me a lot all though my WCSC clown expe-

rience. Ron was Past Master of Gunnison Masonic Lodge

he was also Western Colorado Shriner of the Year in

2004.

He was a state electrical inspector and had a electrical

business of his own at one time. Ron was an Air Force

veteran, enlisting in 1956.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to Doni and his family.

Clowns: entertained a lot of Scottish Rite Kids with

Santa in Grand Junction and Montrose.

Scooters: plan a party in January. Contact Linn Arm-

strong for details.

Some of the crew at Grand Junction Veterans parade. Left to right Gary "Zeke" Weiszbrod, Bill Brassette, David Van Dyke, Tim "Timbo" Quealy,

Michael "Bubbles" Briscoe, Fred "Scooter" Carson Steve "Mugsy" Thom-

as, Bill Hirt, Chris Giesler and Linn Armstrong.

Submitted by Steve Thomas journalist extraordinaire!

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Vintage Iron Patrol

By Bobby

The V.I.P.’s had a great December Meeting / Social at

Mickey’s Steakhouse. The holiday spirit was alive and

well. Phil Covarrubias and Lady Gloria did a fantastic job

organizing the team for the day’s events.

Wayne Covert along with Lady Vivian graced us with

their attendance. In case you didn’t know Wayne has been

laid up for quite a while with leg surgeries (plural).

On January 11th El Jebel will have its annual President’s

and Secretary’s meeting. This meeting outlines the 2020

year’s Parades and protocols. Stay tuned for all the up-

dates!

The annual Installation of officers meeting is on January

13th. You should plan on attending and supporting the

new 2020 El Jebel Shrine Divan.

Membership is the key so remember to be on the

“lookout” for new members! What qualifies? You have to

be: Light hearted, Fun loving, Motivated, Auto Enthusi-

asts!

Remember, Rubber side down and Shiny side up!

Pipe Band

By Kent Burns

The holidays are over. I hope everyone had the best of

the holiday season. Now we get to settle down to the

long, cold, dark days of winter. Brrrrrr!

For the Pipe Band thus starts the season of road trips,

mostly to or through the mountains. The second Saturday

in January we will be “appearing” with the cadets from

the Air Force Academy at the annual Winterskól celebra-

tion in Aspen. This is one of our most looked-forward-to

performances every year. Now that Bill Smith is no long-

er the director of the Drum and Bugle Corps down south

of us we have only one chance to play with the cadets as

Red, Plaid, and Blue – and this is it. (When Bill was

around we had ample opportunities to perform and we

took advantage of everyone we could.) Then in February

we will be heading to Cheyenne for a table lodge, to

Snowmass for Mardi Gras, and to Grand Junction to make

sure the officers of the Western Slope Shrine Club are

installed with proper ceremony. (More about these expe-

ditions right here in next month’s installment of the Fez.)

Ceremony and tradition are important to all organiza-

tions, especially these of ours. While we may not

“officially” call some things “protocol,” nonetheless that

is what we follow. Generally. The Pipe Band broke said

protocol this last month and had our annual Christmas

party at the home of one of our members. Of course, it

was not the usual home with living room, dining room,

and kitchen. Rather it is the domicile of Cindy and John

Harris and is somewhat reminiscent of something one

would expect in Casablanca. First of all it faces Wash-

ington Park. And you expect Allan Quartermain to come

strolling through, complete with jodhpurs, safari hat, and

pipe. It is a virtual forest of palms and ferns and plants all

from the savannah and/or jungle. The floors are covered

with animal skins of all kinds and the expected African

art is everywhere. (Cindy’s father was a missionary in

Africa for many years and provided them with a few

[wink, wink] objets d’arts over the years.) And to com-

plete the illusion, you will occasionally hear the screech

of a bird – they have a wonderful pet cockatoo named

Tattoo who thinks the sun rises and sets on John. She is a

beautiful bird, albeit a bit of a recluse when confronted

with a whole bunch of strangers! So the Harris’s played

host and hostess for our annual mistletoe meal which was

followed by the usual toasting line. But instead of imbib-

ing and retiring, the Band had another “first” with a white

elephant gift exchange, much to the delight of all. The

whole thing was such a success that this may become our

new “normal” for a few years to come. Or at least one

more time next year.

If anyone is interested in all this fun, we are looking for

a few good men. So come on down almost any Thursday

evening at the Shrine at 1900 (or 7:00pm for the uninitiat-

ed) for the fun!

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Caring Ladies

By Jeanne Thompson

The Caring Ladies of El Jebel held their social-only

meeting at the Chalet Restaurant on December 11. We

were graced by the presence of El Jebel Chaplain Jim

Oliver and Most Illustrious Grand Commander John

Zeaphey and his lady Margaret. Since there was no busi-

ness conducted, the time was spent in conversation,

laughter, and enjoying good food.

We are the widows of Shriners and Blue Lodge Masons

who meet the second Wednesday of each month for ca-

maraderie and good times. Our meetings are open to all

widows of Free Masons and we encourage these ladies to

join us. If you desire to come, please call Kay Bell at

303-430-9001 for a reservation, or just come on about

11:30 am and pull up a chair. We meet at the Chalet

Restaurant, 7340 West 38th Avenue, Wheat

Ridge. Dress is casual. Order from the menu for good

food and excellent service, share your news and observa-

tions with us. There is a lot of laughter and good times,

so please join us.

Sandblasters of El Jebel

by Matthew Madrid

The Sandblasters held their Annual Meeting on No-

vember 27th, 2019 at the Golden Corral Restaurant and

10 members and guest Grady Carter were in attendance.

Discussions for the yearly winter trip continued. The

winter trip is still planned for February 19th thru Febru-

ary 26th at the San Marcos Golf Club in Chandler, Ari-

zona. The winter trip has always been a nice get-away

when the weather in Colorado is cold and miserable.

There is still space available for any Sandblasters, their

family, or guests. If you have interest in the trip please

contact President elect Larry Bangert (303-947-9600) or

Vice President elect Matthew Madrid (915-760-7446)

for more information.

In regards to health please keep our brother Claude

Akridge’s wife Shirley in your thoughts. Shirley passed

away earlier this month and prayers during this difficult

time for Claude and his family are most appreciated.

The Sandblasters meet on the last Wednesday of each

month at the Golden Corral at 11:30 AM on West Hamp-

den Ave. (River Point shopping complex). If you have

any interest in golfing or joining our group, please come

visit us. Guests are always welcome.

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HAPPY NEW YEAR, EVERYONE!

Hope all of you enjoyed the holidays with family and

friends and are now ready to begin a New Year!

In December, lots of holiday parties filled the month

and kept us busy; many people out of town enjoying a

cruise or just visiting relatives for the holidays.

This month, El Mejdel Temple celebrates its birthday

with a luncheon, Unit performances and a Ceremonial.

We always welcome new members and are looking for-

ward to our candidate’s initiation.

We do have some important events coming up the first

part of this year. At our February Session, a Memorial

Service will be presented under the direction of Pr. Chap-

lain, Kris MacPherson. This will be in honor of those

members who have passed during the 2019 year.

The El Mejdel Mystery Dinner Theatre is sched-

uled for Sunday, February 9th from 2:00-4:00 pm at High-

lands Masonic Lodge. Reservation deadline is Monday,

February 3rd. A flyer is enclosed with this issue of the

RED FEZ. Tickets are going well, so time is of the es-

sence.

Of course, our Open Installation of New Officers is

scheduled for Saturday, March 21st at 1:00 pm at the

Highlands Masonic Lodge. A Flyer is enclosed with the

information. We hope you will be able to attend.

Stay warm during these cold months.

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Arab Patrol

Joan Shaffer

Band

Ken Pearce

Clowns

Don “Rusty” Rushton

Dune Buggy Patrol

Ron Budzitowski

Cathy Villhauer

Ron Dunsmore

Ron Williamson

Jeffco Shrine Club

Herb Schillereff

Legion of Honor

Ed Richards

Jim Fitzpatrick, P.P.

Provost Guard

Ron Dunsmore

Ed Richards

Amer Plaisted, P.P.

RV Roamers

Donna Driver

Chris Weymouth

Radops

Harold Bethune

Milt Bonham

Ron Budzitowski

Jeremy DeBard

Sameen DeBard

Jim Fitzpatrick, P.P.

Cathy Villhauer

Sports

Judy Cosens

Amer Plaisted, P.P.

Jim Fitzpatrick, P.P.

Lynda Wingate

T-Nobles

Bobby Juchem

Frank Morrison

Chris Weymouth

VIP’s

Randy Penn

Don Rushton

Children's Christmas Party

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December 2019 meeting of the December 2019

Northeast Colorado S. C. Meeting of Colorado Outpost #1

NORTHEAST Colorado Shrine Club

by Jerry Wardrip, Secretary

We started our meeting with a prayer and the Pledge, and then

moved on to report on some of the community projects we are

working on with our other Masonic bodies. We had our first

weekend of assisting Santa with the workshop and pictures at

Home Depot on the 7th and 8th. We had about “

one hundred and fifty kids participate building some Christmas

toys and getting a picture with Santa. We will do it again on

the 14th and 15th. It only takes up 4 or 5 hours and is a lot of

fun helping kids build simple little toys. We had a good turnout

at the Sterling Parade of Lights, we had about 20 men women

and children assist us with the float. We had riders and walkers

(we cannot throw candy from the float) handing out candy

along the parade route. We only go about 8 blocks all lined

with people and lots of kids. We made short work of about 200

lbs of candy.

We have more projects coming in the first months of 2020,

such as the Burns Night in January and Sweetheart dinner and

gathering in February and our big Chili Cook-off in March. We

have a lot of projects in the works and it takes all of our Mason-

ic Brothers help to pull them off, so out here in Northeast Colo-

rado Masonry is a multi body cooperation to get things done.

We will also be doing some degree work as we have some

Brothers ready to move on gathering more light.

As you can see Masonry is alive and well out here in North-

east Colorado. You are welcome to meet with us at 6:00 AM

and have a hearty breakfast the 2nd Monday of each month at

the Overland Trail Café at the Atwood interchange on I 76 and

State highway 63.

Santa's Workshop

Merry Christmas Everyone

Parade of Lights

OPTARS

By J & J Taylor

On Tuesday, December 3, 2019, the Optars did not

hold their annual Christmas dinner at the Homestead

Grille in Lakewood. Instead, the Optars accepted the RV

Roamers invitation to enjoy the Brunch at Mt. Vernon

Canyon Club on Sunday, December 1.

There were eight Members present. There was no Optars

business.

Divan – With six Divan members present, Joe Kent

reported the 2020 Potentate’s trip will be to Jamaica on

April 4-11 and Ron Williamson talked about IHOP Pan-

cake Day on February 25th, 2020.

The Computer Club and Optars Units took and print-

ed pictures at the Children’s Christmas Party on Decem-

ber 7. We had five people and the Computer Club equip-

ment. $54.00 has been deposited in each club’s accounts.

Optars will be taking pictures of the Divan on January

13th before the dinner and installation of new officers.

We will be using a backdrop and Ed Hamm will be using

his camera.

The next Optars meeting will be held on January 7th,

starting at 5:30 at the Citron. The program around 7:00

at the Shrine, will be looking at making a book cover or

some kind of advertising brochure for the zoo, restaurant,

wildlife magazine, etc. Come and join us! Guests are

always welcome.

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For RV Roamers

by J. & J. Taylor

Wow! 2019 sure flew by fast! We hope you have had a

good healthy one, and will have a healthy 2020. Other

than a few blips along the way, ours turned out pretty

good!

On December 1st, Roamers’ “Inning” met at Mt.

Vernon; Talkingtons were the “hosts”. They invited other

units and “dignitaries” (Bobby and his bunch) to join

them in a most delicious brunch. There were 54 Shriners

and their guests; they met upstairs for the meal and got to

see new beautiful and interesting views of the hills, val-

leys and city.

President Jim first announced that Judy was in the

hospital with a kidney problem (now recovering) then

called the meeting to order after they were done grazing

and eating the brunch. Introductions of the Past Poten-

tates, Tony Dattilo and Larry Clark, were made, along

with Ill Sir Bobby Marner and one Roamers Past Presi-

dent, Kent Eckley. The minutes were approved as pub-

lished via email. Richard (thanks, Heidi!) gave a Treasur-

er’s report.

On the “Not Well” list, are Marylyn Hepp, Judy

Taylor and Nicole Potter. Also, the Kohlweys’ daughter

was in the hospital, and neither Dave nor Arlene felt well

enough to attend the Roamer’s “Inning”.

Old Business – Dues are due ($25)

New Business – Next meeting, Jan 19 – Malone’s

– Tony & Ellen Dattilo will be our hosts. The 2020 ros-

ters for Roamers were handed out.

Future Events – May 17 – Candlelight Dinner

Playhouse – “Curtains” – Jim is taking names anytime up

to April 15, 2020. June 26, 27 – Chatfield – Sign up for

loop D Starting 12/25 or 26.

Introduction of Guests – Because we had a total

of 54 people attend our Brunch and Meeting, Jim elected

to have each table’s diners stand up separately and intro-

duce themselves.

Good of the Order – Drive safely going home.

Divan Rep – Ron Williamson

12/7 – Children’s Christmas Party.

12/ 9 – El Jebel Elections.

III Sir Bobby Marner – A wonderful year with

great activities. He totally enjoyed his term as Potentate.

Thanks to all who joined the Roamers this year

for a fun and memorable occasion. You’re welcome to

join us in 2020 on December 6th – we hope to be here

again at Mt. Vernon!

DUNE BUGGY BLAST

By Don Weiser

December has come and gone, and the New Year has started.

Here’s hoping that you have survived the holidays and are

ready to begin a new year with El Jebel Shrine and your

Dune Buggy Patrol.

Since it’s winter, and we haven’t any parades for a while, I

suspect that all our buggy’s are in hibernation for the winter.

Hopefully we are resting up and thinking about the improve-

ments we will make to our beloved rides before next parade

season. I’m also hoping that we are giving serious thought to

doing some traveling in 2020.

Imperial session is in July, in Kansas City. Since its so close,

it would be a shame to not have a good representation for

competition from the Dune Buggy’s. Competition is on Sat-

urday, July 4th, at Arrowhead Stadium. CSSA is in Spring-

field, Mo., from September 2nd to 5th. It would be wonder-

ful to have our Dune Buggy’s well represented in competi-

tion also. If you haven’t been to CSSA, it’s a great time, with

lots of Shrine fellowship. Please think about these events,

and let Don Weiser know so he can do the planning for hous-

ing.

January Events:

January 8 Dune Buggy Patrol Meeting

January 11 Jamaica Trip Presentation

January 13 Installation of Officers and Stated Meeting

January 17 National Western Stock Show and Rodeo

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Mark your Calendar to “Save the Date”

President/Secretary/Treasurer’s

Meeting

January 11, 2020

El Jebel Shrine

8:00AM

Western Colorado Shrine Club

GRAND JUNCTION

INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS

FEBRUARY 15-16, 2020

See ad on page 13

Jamaica Trip Presentation

after the

President & Secretary’s Meeting

January 11, 2020

Clearwater, FL

January 16-19, 2020

Al Kaly Shrine Temple

Cordially invites you and your lady to attend the

Installation of our 2020 Potentate, Brian Carter

January 11, 2020

Pueblo Convention Center, 320 Central Main St, Pueblo CO

2:00 – 3:30 PM - Hospitality Room open

4:00 PM - Installation

5:00 – 5:45 PM Social and Photos

6:00 PM Dinner

Entrée’s Bourbon Maple Pork Chop and Chicken Florentine

7:00 PM Stated Meeting for Nobles

7:00 PM Entertainment for Ladies and Guests

$50 per person Formal Dress Attire

Hospitality Room open until 11 PM after Potentates address.

RSVP by January 5th, 2020 with check or credit card to Al

Kaly Office. Mail checks to P. O. Box 193, Pueblo CO 81002

or phone with credit card information to 719-544-0658. Please

notify us of any dietary restrictions.

For those who desire, a light breakfast will be served at 3945

Sheffield Lane, Pueblo CO, from 9 AM – 11 AM on January

12, 2020. Please RSVP when making installation reservations.

Hotel rooms available for $99 per night at

Courtyard by Marriott, 110 W City Center Dr, Pueblo CO

Call 719-542-3200 for reservations.

Mention Al Kaly for discount.

Mark your calendar

I-HOP

February 25, 2020

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El Jebel Computer Club

By J & J Taylor

The December 2019 Computer Club meeting was held

on December 1 at Mt. Vernon Canyon Club at 11:30.

The event was the RV Roamers annual December Inning

at which the Computer Club was invited to attend. There

were 7 Members present. There was no Computer Club

business.

The Computer Club and Optars Units took and printed

pictures at the Children’s Christmas Party on December

7. We had five people and the Computer Club equip-

ment. We received $135 for extra pictures; however after

purchasing some GAF tape, we accounted for $108 in

extra pictures and donations. $54.00 has been deposited

in each club’s accounts.

The next meeting will be at the Shrine on January 14

at 1:00. The lunch location will be at Wendy’s at 11:30.

Ed says we will discuss “Security Cameras” including

“Ring”. We’ll have confirmation on this next month.

Divan – With six Divan members present, Ron Wil-

liamson was chosen to give the Divan Report: Joe Kent

reported the 2020 Potentate’s trip will be to Jamaica, and

Ron talked about IHOP Pancake Day on February 25th,

2020.

All Shriners are invited to join our club; dues are

$12.00 per year. Wives, guests, and curious people are

always welcome.

If you have any questions, please contact Jim Taylor,

303-795-3278, jimta1@msn.com.

Ron Williamson

Chief Rabban

Elect

Nobles:

I am the Chief Rabban

elect for the year 2020.

I have been a Shriner for

27 years and I am extremely

proud of the work we do as

Shriners in our Hospitals.

My goal for the coming years is to share the amazing life-

changing work we do as Shriners and encourage others to

join us.

My wife, Robyn, and I have been married for 51 years.

We have 2 children. Our daughter Michele and her hus-

band Phil have 2 children Sydney and Austin and our son

Bryan and his wife Colleen have 1 child Finley. When

we are not busy with Shrine activities we are busy going

to hockey games, soccer games or school activities.

When I joined the Shrine, I wanted to be involved in the

Jeep Patrol. Since then we have been in the Shabab Unit,

the Dune Buggy Patrol, Directors Staff and both Robyn

and I are involved with the Medical Staff. We enjoy

working with and visiting with all the units.

I retired from Xcel Energy after 38 years in the power

plants and retired as Maintenance Unit Manager at Chero-

kee Power Plant in Denver.

As we leave behind the old year and welcome in the

new, we would like to wish everyone a Wonderful Holi-

day and a Happy New Year.

Fraternally, Ron DECEMBER ELECTIONS & STATED MEETING

Englewood Shrine Club makes a presentation to the Operating Fund

The

winning

bid went

to….

Mary!

The ladies

enjoyed a “Sock” exchange

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Submitted by

Feature Writer

Illustrious Sir Tony Dattilo

Christmas Eve was quiet at our home. I watched

Ralphie in "A Christmas Story" for the umpteenth time,

now a personal tradition not to be missed.

This movie best recalls with vivid accuracy, many of my

childhood memories of the 40's - almost like someone

closely followed our family and recorded our lives as the

script for the movie.

I remember well, the cold winters of Ohio that brought

its long standing ice and snow with temperatures that

chilled to the bone despite the best efforts of our furnace

that belched black smoke from our attempts to keep its

hungry maw filled with coal.

My "job" was to transfer the coal when the "Coal Man"

dumped a new load of coal at the street side curb. I

moved the black rocks of coal, shovel by shovel from the

curbside through the open window of the basement coal

bin. Each day, the same coal shovel was used to remove

the burnt coal ashes and "clinkers" from the furnace until

the wooden bushel baskets in the basement were filled and

then carried them up the stairs to be placed back at

curbside in time for the "Ash Man" to collect the ashes

and leave the "empties" for refilling for his next collection

day. The dust, smoke and smell of those duties still linger

in my senses, refreshed by Ralphie's Dad in the movie's

"furnace" scene.

The relief of Christmas time off from school was wel-

comed as the bully from another school would not be pre-

sent along the way as I walked to our church each morn-

ing to serve as an altar boy for the daily 6 o'clock Mass, or

to sing in the boy's choir on Sunday mornings.

The "bully" was a 'big' seventh grade kid, completely

replicated in the movie with the taunting voice, coonskin

"Davey Crockett" hat, and braces on his yellow teeth. He

loved taking our lunch boxes and books away and throw-

ing them into the curbside openings of the sewer. My new

"Lone Ranger" lunch box met that fate, as did those that

belonged to my third grade friends.

My family in Ohio may remember the visits to the

downtown Lazarus "department store" that beautifully

decorated their windows with stunning displays of Christ-

mas lights and scenes of interest to all, always including

the Nativity setting which brought "life" and reverence to

the birth of Christ with no hesitation of violating the

"political correctness" nonsense of today.

Real Christmas trees were purchased from one of vari-

ous vendors, carried home on the roof of our car and deco-

rated by our family, each of us having specific tasks that

changed each year as we kids grew older and more

"responsible". It was exciting to graduate from carefully

placing tinsel on the tree to placing the fragile glass orna-

ments and later "bubbling" candlelight's on the tree.

My folks were adamantly against my wishes to augment

my Lone Ranger cap pistols with a new Red Ryder lever

action rifle that actually fired bb's with enough power to

"put your eye out".

That wish was satisfied by our next door neighbor who

convinced my folks that he would buy one and let me be

his "pigeon exterminator" of the dozens of birds that

sought his attic as their home. Our neighbor, Mr.

Ramey, was an assistant warden for the Ohio State Pris-

on, but to me he was Santa in disguise as I received his

gift of the Red Ryder special. Many pigeons were

"harvested" to be repurposed as "squab" - a table delica-

cy savored by those who enjoyed the esoteric fare of

baked or roasted "gutter chickens".

We didn't visit the "Store Santa's", but as young chil-

dren, we were treated to the appearance of "Santa" at our

family's gatherings, usually at my grandparents' home on

"Cleveland Avenue" (as consequentially referred to in

the movie), and portrayed by either my Dad, or my Uncle

Joe, in homemade costumes of a red bathrobe (courtesy

of my Aunt Rose), and white beards fashioned from cot-

ton.

For us kids, Santa was real but somehow "familiar", but

for the adults, 'Santa' was received by continuous shrieks

of hysterical laughter. We little ones just assumed that

laughter was happiness that was appropriately attributed

to Santa's presence. I can still hear my Aunt Rose's

laughter as she wiped the joyous tears from her eyes. My

serious grandmother was also caught up in the fun with

her rarely heard giggles.

The era depicted in the "Christmas Story" movie was in

great part, my childhood - the 1940's..so long ago, so

vivid in it's street scenes, vehicles and their problems, the

modes of dress, hair styles, and situations of life back

then. My recall of those days bring with them the shock-

ing reality that most everyone in our family who lived

those days are now gone from this life, but stay present

in the thoughts and hearts of we few who remain here to

carry on some of those traditions with much love and

reverence.

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Grady Carter

High Priest & Prophet

elect for 2020

To begin with I feel deeply honored

and humbled by the Nobility for

electing me to the Divan for 2020. I

pledge to do my best for El Jebel

Shrine and all its Nobility. Lady

Kim and I look forward to interact-

ing with everyone this coming year, so when you see us

please say “Hello”. We plan to attend this coming years

fun filled events and build on the team effort that has em-

braced us.

We encourage everyone to participate with Potentate

elect Joe Kent and the rest of the 2020 Divan. The focus

on membership and communication during this coming

year is paramount. Working together as a team we can

continue to grow, prosper and thrive. Let’s be active on

Face book and don’t forget to submit those articles about

your inter bodies to the Red Fez. Remember your Blue

lodges and be mindful for potential new members. Bond-

ing together as a team will lead to success and fun.

Fraternally,

Grady Carter

Attached is the year-end letter of Salt Lake City's

Chief of Medical Staff Dr Kristen Carroll. This report

is a few of our Hospital's 2019 activities.

Submitted by John Seebeck,

Board of Governors SLC

Happy Holidays 2019

and Joyous Wishes for the New Decade~202o!

Greetings SHC-SLC!

This year I had the pleasure of being invited to a number

of fund raising dinners, and our patient ambassador cele-

bration. When I talked with patients and their families,

the love and appreciation for our hospital and staff was

overwhelming. Over and over again, I heard how much

our families appreciate that they are ‘seen’ and ‘known’

by the staff. It means the world to them that folks know

their names and welcome them to our hospital at each

visit. Many families said it felt like a second home to

their kids; not scary, but nurturing. This is thanks to all

of you-every single one.

Surgery:

This year we did nearly 900 cases in the OR, for a total

of 1,985 procedures. Our staff did 61 Spine surgeries-

five for the Pasadena Unit for their Mexico population.

Pharmacy:

As noted above with the Epidural use by 131 patients (all

solutions mixed by our pharmacy staff), our Pharmacy

was busy this year! They verified over 19,500 orders

for accuracy, 620 done afterhours by our on call

pharmacist.

Wheelchair and Seating:

Matt Lowell and his group once again worked their mag-

ic this year. Nearly 230 donated wheelchairs were re-

furbished with over 1400 repairs and growth adjust-

ments- for a donation of nearly $420,000.

Research/Outcomes:

Speaking of Research, this year has been one of our most

productive ever. We hosted two medical students this

year-both funded- for summer research appointments.

Education:

SHC-SLC hosts a LOT of students, from many different

disciplines. This takes an incredible amount of coordina-

tion to stay safe and compliant for the patients we treat.

Outpatient Clinic, Radiology and Dietary Services:

This year our clinic saw over 9,300 clinic visits. We

saw over 1,700 new patients and helped our clubfoot

population have expanded services; We ran a total of

412 clinics, and booked over 760 surgeries.

Language Services/Care Coordination:

All these kids need coordination-and a place to stay! In

addition, as we have so many Spanish speaking patients,

interpretation is integral to our care. The Ronald

McDonald house provided housing for over 325 fami-

lies.

Therapy Services:

In addition to helping with the Halloween WC clinic-

therapy was busy on its own. They saw over 5,180 vis-

its combined. Speech saw 550 visits, Occupational

Therapy had 914 visits and Physical therapy had 3710

visits. Over 1,200 individual children were assisted in

all.

Revenue Cycle:

We will bill over $40 million in charges this year, with

the work done in the OR, clinic, anesthesia and pedi-

atrics all adding in. We are one of the top hospitals in

the system on return, at roughly 21%. Net Revenue

this year should be roughly $8 million which is 1 mil-

lion over our goal. The addition of PA and anesthesia

billing alone accounted got $350,000 of the net total.

This is very helpful in offsetting our draw on the endow-

ment.

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T-N-T

Tux—N—Trikes

Contact Jim Oliver

303-716-1380

Add a little class without using gas!

Director’s Staff Sign Shop

Badges and Signs

The Director’s Staff Sign Shop is open for business!

We can make name badges and/or sign(s) for most of

your Shrine units as well as most Masonic organizations

(ex. Blue Lodge, York Rite, OES, Amaranth, Daughters

of the Nile, Demolay, Jobs Daughters, Rainbow Girls,

etc.),

In the window conference room in the member’s lounge

(2nd floor) of El Jebel Shrine, in the bottom mail boxes

are request forms for the name badges and signs. Please

fill out the request forms with the requested information

and place the completed form in the bottom right side of

these mail boxes.

The mailbox is checked regularly for requests and then

they are scheduled for completion.

Upon completion of your request for badges or signs, you

will be notified and arrangements can be made for the

pickup of your order and you will receive an invoice for

payment along with your completed order.

Any questions or comments may be directed to Don

Douglass at drdouglass@live.com or 303-639-5481. If

you chose to telephone and I am not there to answer your

call, please leave me a message. And I will return your

call as soon as possible. I will also respond to your email

as soon as I can.

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January 2020

Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1

2

Pipe Band

3

4

5

6

7 Optars

8 Band

9

Pipe Band

10

11 Unit Officers

Meeting

Jamaica Trip Presentation

Al Kaly Installation

12

13

Stated Meeting & Installation of

Officers

14 Computer Club

15

Band

16

Pipe Band

Medical Staff

17 Stock Show

18

19

20

21

22 Band

23

Pipe Band

24 25

26

27 Radops

28 29 Band

30 Pipe Band

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East/West Shrine Game

Grand Lodge