Sands The Official Publication of Egypt Shriners Tampa, Florida Volume 73 Number 4 April 2015 The Potentate’s Message As another month is drawing to a close we can look back and see what was accomplished and what still needs to be accomplished. The repairs on the building are progressing well and when this is completed a large headache will be put to rest. The Task Force, to replace our tenant in A La Carte, is progressing well and the light at the end of the tunnel is shining brighter. By working together WE can accomplish great things and move our beloved Fraternity forward. As WE look forward lets enjoy the upcoming events and functions on our agenda. The Easter Bunny will be hop, hop, hopping around Hooper’s Hollow shortly and the little people will be grabbing up the eggs in record time. The Military, Police and Fire Appreciation Day honoring our First Responders and Military and this year a car show to go along with it will be a highlight of the month. Anyone who has a car they would like to display, contact the Oriental Guide, Denny Hardy or Illustrious Sir Tom Robinson and they will give you the “how to do it” information. And last but not least, IT’S CIRCUS TIME! Anyone that can come out and help with the set up and tear down, of the area, your efforts will be greatly appreciated. The dates and times for these, work times, are in the calendar book, or you can check the calendar of events in the front of this publication. Also come out and enjoy the Circus with us. Parade Season is in full swing, with a couple under our belts and more to come. This is a GREAT way to showcase our beloved fraternity and let the public know what we do and why we do it: “All About Kids.” To look back for a moment, another big THANK YOU to all the Nobles and Ladies who had a part in putting on the Potentate’s Ball. What an elegant evening. My Lady and I thank you, as do our family members, who were in attendance, and my, 93 years young, Mother had a great time seeing and talking with friends she had not seen in years. That made the whole evening worthwhile. Remember you only get out of anything what you put into it. Come out and get involved and have a GOOD TIME with us. Yours in The Faith, Luther Luther G. Baker, Jr Egypt Shriners Potentate 2015 “ALL ABOUT KIDS” Egypt Shriners Clubs and Units Meeting Dates Ambassadors Shrine Club....................... 2nd Wednesday Brandon Shrine Club.................................... Last Monday Citrus Shrine Club............................................ 2nd Friday Classic Car Club....................................... 1st Wednesday Cracker Jacks.................................................. Last Friday DeMolay Unit.................................................. 1st Monday Director’s Staff............................................. Last Tuesday E.S.C.A.P.E. (RV Club).......................................... On Call Fun N’ Frolic............................................. 3rd Wednesday Greeters................................................... 3rd Wednesday Hernando County Shrine Club................. 4th Wednesday Highlanders................................................... 3rd Tuesday Highlands Shrine Club.............................. 4th Wednesday Honor Patrol................................................... 3rd Monday Humidor Club........................................... 4th Wednesday Keystone Kops............................................. 1st Thursday Lakeland Shrine Club.................................... 4th Tuesday Legion of Honor.............................................1st Thursday Midget Motors...............................................2nd Thursday 2 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 Motor Corps..................................................2nd Thursday Motor Patrol...............................................3rd Wednesday New Port Richey Shrine Club.......................2nd Thursday Oriental Band............................................3rd Wednesday Past Masters....................................................1st Monday Pharaohs.......................................................2nd Tuesday Pinellas Shrine Club......................................2nd Tuesday Provost Guard...............................................3rd Thursday Ritual Team...........................1st Thursday (April/October) Showmen’s Shrine Club...........1st/3rd Monday (Nov-Mar) Sun City Center Shrine Club....................2nd Wednesday Tampa Cabiri Chapter...............................2nd Wednesday Technical Staff...............................................1st Thursday Tin Lizzies.................................................3rd Wednesday Trike Patrol................................................1st Wednesday Wheels Association........................................2nd Monday Y.E.S. Shrine Club.....................................1st Wednesday Zephyr Shrine Club.........................................3rd Monday April 2015 Monthly Planner Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday 1 Thursday 2 3 6:00 PM Membership 6:00 PM Leadership Development 7:30 PM Council Meetingt 5 6 7 8 Friday 4 Oasis Game Night 9 10 7:30 PM Stated Meeting Saturday Oasis Dinner & A Movie Night 10:00 AM Easter Egg Hunt 11 Military / Police / Fire Appreciation Day Scottish Rite Spring Reunion 12 13 14 7:00 AM Circus Setup 7:00 PM Wheels Association Meeting 19 20 Circus 1:30 / 4:30 PM 15 11:30 AM Men & Ladies Luncheon Sands 16 4:00 PM Building & Grounds Mtg Circus 4:30 / 7:30 PM 18 Circus 11:30 / 3:00 / 7:00 PM Circus 4:30 / 7:30 PM May Deadline 21 17 Egypt Shrine Circus 22 23 Circus Tear Down 24 25 Oasis Karaoke with Tom & Liz Circus 26 27 28 29 30 7:30 PM Council Meeting for May Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 3 May 2015 Monthly Planner Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 1 Saturday 2 Greeters FR Potentate’s Trip 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 11:00 AM Director’s Staff Corn Boil ESA Sahib Potentate’s Trip 10 11 12 13 7:00 PM Wheels Association Meeting 14 15 16 22 23 Sands June Deadline Potentate’s Trip 17 18 19 20 11:30 AM Men & Ladies Luncheon 24 25 26 27 7:30 PM Stated Meeting Grand Lodge Orlando 31 4 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 21 4:00 PM Grounds & Building Meeting 28 Oasis Dinner & A Movie Night 29 30 Centennial Parade Clearwater Egypt Sands Magazine Table of Contents Egypt Sands Magazine is published Monthly (12 issues per year) by: $100 Million Club...............30 Hospital Tour Guide News....7 Book of Gold.....................30 Oasis Activities..................10 Egypt Shriners Calendars......................3-4 Pathway of Honor...............35 Circus News......................10 Potentate’s Note..................2 http://www.egyptshrine.org [email protected] Club News....................12-15 Sands Ad Rates.................37 Deceased Members............6 Sands Booster Page..........38 Phone Hillsborough........................................................(813) 884-8381 Phone Pinellas...............................................................(727) 443-7597 Fax.................................................................................(813) 884-7412 Hours..............................................Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Egypt Sands Editor.......................................................Keith “Dash” Blair Editors Notes.....................37 Tree of Life.........................31 Flyers........6,8,9,11,29,32 Unit News.....................16-20 4050 Dana Shores Drive Tampa, FL 33634-7499 Egypt Shrine Office Directory Ext # Operator..................................................................................300 Nancy Harper....................................................................................302 Alicia Pickard....................................................................................305 Treasurer (Tom Colestock)................................................................301 Recorder (Frank Dyer)......................................................................303 Potentate (Luther G. Baker, Jr)..........................................................304 Divan - Chief Rabban (Dwight E. Brown)...........................................231 Divan - A.R., H.P.&P., O.G................................................................309 Hospitals Services (Patricia Chillura)...............................................311 Oasis Lounge....................................................................................314 Press Corps......................................................................................313 Rentals (Eileen Taylor)......................................................................308 Circus Office.....................................................................................307 Alicia Pickard: Dues, Membership Patricia Chillura: Office Administration, Hospitals Services Nick Paull: Staff Photographer Egypt Sands Magazine A publication devoted to promoting the interests of Egypt Shriners, Clubs and Units in particular, and Shrinedom in general. Send all information, pictures and contributions to be considered for publication to [email protected] no later than the fourteenth of the month prior to the desired publication month. i.e. January 14th for the February issue, etc. All content subject to Potentate and editor approval as well as space availability. MEMBERSHIP My fellow Nobles, This year, all of us are part of the Membership Team at Egypt Shriners. Membership is our Future! We all are making a difference keep up the good work. Our numbers are showing it. Keep the membership ball rolling TEAM ! Egypt Shrine 2015 Divan Potentate..................................................................Luther G. Baker, Jr. Chief Rabban...............................................................Dwight E. Brown Assistant Rabban.................................................................James Lich High Priest and Prophet.....................................................Reggie Guier Oriental Guide...................................................................Dennis Hardy Treasurer Emeritus...............................................D.T. “Tom” Colestock Recorder................................................................Ill Sr. Frank Dyer, PP Remember the exciting new 5 for 5 achievement program: Sponsor 5 new Nobles who remain active for 5 years, and receive a perpetual membership in Egypt Shriners. See full page ad for details. 2015 Appointed Divan 1st Ceremonial Master...................................................Thomas Bishop 2nd Ceremonial Master.........................................................Dean Dileo Director..............................................................................John Buchan Marshall..........................................................................Earl F. Finch, Jr. Captain of the Guard....................................................Richard Whitford Outer Guard.................................................................James E. Thomas Chaplain........................................................................Richard Fellows Assoc. Chaplain..............................................................Fred Basehore Assoc. Chaplain.........................................................Walter L. Friedlein Dean DiLeo, Egypt Membership Team Chairman [email protected] - 813-281-8148 If you have any membership questions or concerns, please contact me. DID YOU KNOW YOU CAN PAY YOUR EGYPT SHRINE DUES ONLINE WITH PAYPAL? GO TO THE EGYPT SHRINE WEB SITE UNDER “CURRENT MEMBERS” TO REGISTER. IT’S FAST AND EASY! Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 5 In M Memoriam emoriam Passed wwithin ithin the Unseen T Temple, emple, Life three.e. L iffe is a storyy iinn vvolumes olumees three The The past, pastt, tthe he present, yet to bbe.e. The first away. rsst we’ve written and laid aw way. The we’re reading The ssecond econd we e’rre re eading dday ay by dday. ay. The third last volumes third aand nd la astt off the volu umess tthree, hree, is is lockedd from from ssight. igght. God God keepeth keepeth tthe he kkey. ey. We need your help. When you are ill or facing hospitilization, we want to know. If one of our fellow Nobles dies, we need to know. Please call the Egypt Shrine office and speak with Rosa at extension 305. She will make sure our Chaplain is informed of the situation. Thank you. (813)884-8381 Hillsborough (727)443-7597 Pinellas 5 for 5 Membership Program Guidelines ‘The Noble’ is the top-line signer (T.L.S.) for FIVE New Candidates who become EGYPT Shriners and each of whom remains current in their payment of dues for a period of FIVE years. The TLS must have remained current in paying HIS own dues for that same period and not have been suspended during that same period for non-payment of dues. Egypt Shriners LEGION OF HONOR Meets the 1st Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM in LOH Unit Room at the R.S. “Stu” Lang Activities Building A ‘new noble’ must remain Egypt Shriners for at least one year prior to transferring membership to another Shrine Center to qualify under the program. Should any of the ‘new Nobles’ resign their membership or be suspended for non-payment of dues, that ‘new noble’ will no longer be included in this incentive program. The TLS must nominate a new candidate and that replacement candidate must remain a Noble as described above for 5 years, as well as the TLS’s other candidates. When the TLS has nominated five Shriners who remain current in the payment of their dues for five years, he will receive a Life Membership at a stated meeting. This program will commence January 1, 2015. It is NOT retroactive! 6 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 George P. Fenno III Commander Jack Kempster Adjutant SHRINER MILITARY VETERANS WELCOME Hospital Tour Guide News By Noble Frank Harmon, Chief Tour Guide The Shriners Hospitals for Children in Tampa specializes in pediatric orthopedics and because of that, Radiology has a critical role in the patient care and treatment plan. Since the Hospital specializes in care for children, we strive to have a “kid friendly” environment in order to help to reduce any anxieties the children may have. Happier children have less stressed parents and when everybody is relaxed it is good for all. in height and has a floating tabletop making it easier to transfer wheelchair dependent patients as well as aiding in positioning them quickly. The table is situated so parents or the techs have full access around the patient as needed. After taking the x-rays the images are available for the medical staff to review on any hospital computer. We also have x-ray systems used in the operating rooms similar to these in the pictures. These systems are used to assist the surgeon during the patients operation ensuring the best possible surgical outcome. Let’s take a look at one of our typical exam/ treatment rooms. The X-ray technologists work together to create a warm friendly atmosphere for the children. They are well trained to accommodate a wide variety of patients who range from infants to young adults, patients with physical disabilities and those who have never had an X-ray who are here for treatment of their first broken bone. The technologists ease these fears by singing songs, using an I pad or by simply lowering their voices which relaxes the patient. The goal of the department is to obtain quality images for the physicians, and to create an enjoyable experience for each child and parent. The waiting room has framed x-rays of many types of animals and items for the patient and families to look at and try to guess their identity. The patients can watch the Disney channel on the TV or take a few minutes to color while waiting to be called into the exam room. We have two x-ray rooms, both of which can be used in many different applications. Our most colorful of the two rooms is decorated with Winnie the Pooh and all his friends. This can often distract the child in a positive way, while making the entire x-ray taking procedure easier to perform. This room is equipped with an overhead lift track system which is used if necessary to lift a child to the table top. Our other room has the very latest technology. “Digital x-ray image capture” which means the image is available for the technologist to see within seconds of taking. The room also has a state of the art table and generator. The table is fully adjustable Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 7 EGYPT SHRINERS $$$$ CASH BASH WEEKLY SUPER DRAWING TWO TICKETS DRAWN WEEKLY FOR $100 EACH (beginning week of Mar 1st & ending week of Dec 27th) SWEET HONEY MONEY DRAWING OF $250 EACH ON: SHUMATE TRUCKS & VANS CelebraƟng 54 years in business 4820 N. Dale Mabry Hwy. Tampa FL, 33614 813-877-6638 FLORIDA’S LARGEST SELECTION OF TRUCKS & VANS MOTHER’S DAY & FATHER’S DAY 7.3 Liter Diesel 4X4 BONUS DRAWINGS FOR $500 EACH ON: APRIL 15TH TAX DAY JULY 4TH INDEPENDENCE DAY SEPTEMBER 7TH LABOR DAY NOVEMBER 26TH THANKSGIVING DAY JANUARY 1ST, 2016 NEW YEAR’S DAY Large SelecƟon 11-18 Feet (10 in Stock) 12-15 Passengers Check out our inventory www.shumatetruckcenter.com Sincerely, The Shumate Family Marvin, Mark & Kate 50 Vans In Stock 100 Pickups $20.00 PER TICKET (see Barry Williams, Emory Brantley or Tom Bishop) All winning tickets go back into the drawing All proceeds are for the benefit of Egypt Shrine and are not tax deductible. Previous Winners Week of March 1st Lenny Tarrago & Laura Lang Week of March 8th Ill. Sir Joe Osbourne & Marilyn Jones 8 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 Handicap Accessible Several In Stock Dumps/Flatbeds/UƟliƟes Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 9 April is here and the 50th Jubilee Shrine Circus and Carnival is coming to town. Circus Hollywood, with the big Circus tent, Animals, and Circus acts are ready to entertain us. We need all the Shriners, Ladies, and friends to be at the Raymond James Stadium parking lot on April 16-17-18-19, 2015 to help support our Shrine Center and provide another Egypt Shrine Circus for our community and the children. As you enter the Circus please sign in with the Greeters and receive your 2015 Circus Patch and get your assignments to help. We need ticket takers, ushers, and extra Nobles with a fez to help welcome the public. Ad Protection and Circus Ad Deadlines have passed and the next key date is for your Club and Unit Commission Deadline of June 8, 2015. Thank you for all your support and help in putting on another great Shrine Circus. Dinner And A Movie Night April 10th May 22nd "Lucy" "3 Days to Kill" Oasis Lounge 4050 Dana Shores Drive - Tampa, FL 33634-7499 10 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 EGYPT SHRINE LADIES LUNCHEON Hosted by: CRACKER JACK LADIES Wednesday, April 15th, 11:30 am R.S. “Stu” Lang Activities Center $15 per Person Reservations or cancellations must be made by Monday, April 13th Hillsborough: 813.884.8381 Ɔ Pinellas: 727.443.7597 Email: [email protected] Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 11 Egypt Shrine Club News Brandon Shrine Club By Noble David Jones G ti Greetings Nobles, N bl February F b was a very good d month for the Brandon Shrine Club Shriners. We had a successful spaghetti & meatballs fund raiser dinner at our clubhouse. It was well attended and all the delicious dinners were sold. Thanks to Noble Sherman Hendry for preparing the meals with the assistance of Noble Steve Landers Jr. and Lady Carolyn Tedder. The club also held a social with our Ladies which was very enjoyable. Our new club President Miguel Viruet cooked a wonderful dinner with the assistance of Noble Joshua Vargo and Lady Carolyn Tedder. Nobles, are invited to attend the Brandon Shrine Club which meets the last Monday of the month: 6:00 p. m. cocktails, 7:00 p. m. dinner. The club is located at 125 Skywood Drive in Seffner, 33584. On even numbered months a social is held with our Ladies. On the odd numbered months a business meeting is held. Nobles only. Citrus Shrine Club By Noble Robert “Slim” Owen 33° Since our last meeting, Noble President Jim Furtado was in a “Fender-Bender”. He is doing OK, but not quite up-to-par as yet. Say a little prayer for him. While in that mood, say one for Noble Chuck Bradley’s Lady Betty who is in rehab recovering from a fall she took last month. Lou & Barbara Irizarry were among the notables. Our Club Director, Lt. Colonel Wayne Reedy, who was just named “Mason of the Month” by his Blue Lodge, and his Lady Barbara were on hand as were President Jim Furtado and his Lady Charlotte. With warmer weather coming, we will be utilizing our outdoor pavilion more as it gives us more room to spread out, what with the sun setting later every day and the popularity of our socials growing, we can use it. We received notification that we are now the proud owners of a “Brick” in the “Pathway of Honor” and we are also Boosters for the Sands. Next time I go down to Tampa, I’ll get a “pic O’ the Brick” for the website. Citrus Shrine Club plans to make a donation in April to the Transportation Fund from our recycling efforts. Aluminum Cans and old newspapers do add up to cash. We have been quite successful over more years than I can count and as time goes by, our methods change and revenue increases, enabling us to help EST in their efforts to help those who need it more than we do. District No. 19 had their annual Out-Door-Degree on March 14 in which many Shriners participated, among the notables were MW James Ford, RW Mike McCool, RW Rick Hoover, RW Gene Hagan, W Don Cowart along with several local Shriners, total attendance 94 Masons, including our two candidates, Brothers Sam Strom and Ghasan Hasan who are possible candidates for the next Shrine Ceremonial, June 6 is just around the corner. Hernando Shrine Club By Noble Artie Lent Our March Social, thank goodness, did not have Corned Beef and Cabbage. I like Corned Beef and Cabbage, but not seven nights in a row, if you know what I mean. Good old Chicken and Dumplings, yeah; and the desserts, and the finger-food – magnifique! Once again, Ill. Sir Rich Leger and Lady Toby with 12 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 On March 3rd we had our Board and General meeting with an excellent meal prepared by Larry Spaulding. Everyone seems to really enjoy these dinners prior to the General Meeting. Thank you Larry! George Knauer is continuing to replace the ceiling tiles in the hall which is greatly improving the appearance for rentals. Thank you Larry! The paper days have been successful. Thank you to the volunteers. The MARCH social was a St. Patrick’s Day celebration. Everyone was Irish that day! Tony was playing some Irish music along with his regular dance tunes. We served Corn Beef and Cabbage as our meal to keep with the tradition. We welcome back Sally and Roy at the next social in April. They always put on a great show. Highlands Shrine Club By Noble Jerry Higginbotham Greetings from the Ridge. Wow! March was a busy month for the club with our St. Patrick’s social. Many Nobles, ladies & guest displayed their green for the occasion and needless to say a good time was had by all. Also, we had our annual Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser which was again very successful. Thanks to Noble Jim Keaveny who chaired the project and all the nobles and ladies that worked to make this event a success. We are very appreciative of all our northern nobles and friends who continue to support our weekly activities of Saturday Morning $5.00 Breakfasts, flea markets, and shrine stores operations, Tuesday Cards, Wednesday morning coffees, Friday Darts and Bunco the 4th Tuesday of the month. access, let us know and the newsletter will be mailed. Many organizations have started to use the internet for their newsletters as the internet is the best way to get information to members promptly. Also, Nobles and Masons don’t forget if you are traveling to or thru Highlands County with a motor home or RV, please keep the Shrine Club in mind for an overnight stay or longer if you prefer. We have 4 spaces with electricity and water located on our grounds in shaded areas. These accommodations are reserved for Nobles and Masons only, at a very nominal donation. So nobles and brothers, set your GPS in our direction. We are located at 2604 State Road 17, Avon Park, and Fl. For more information, call our club at 863 382-2208, leave your name & telephone number and we will get back to you shortly. In closing, we urge all of our Nobles and Ladies to plan to support your club more in 2015 by helping with activities and attending the socials, business meeting, special activities, etc. These activities are planned for you but your support is needed to have a successful year. Remember, this is your club. Isn’t it great to be a Shriner! Until next month, Happy Easter and God Bless. Humidor Club By Noble Joseph A. Sipos PP Our April Social will be on Saturday, April 11th. Check the newsletter for the theme for April. One thing for sure, it will be a really fun night so make your reservations right away if you have not already done so. Call the Shrine office and leave your reservation on the answering machine at 863 382-2208. As any adult cigar aficionado can attest, there is nothing worse than having one’s perfectly good cigars get dried-out and become un-smokeable. First, knowing a precious cigar was potentially ruined because of forgetful negligence is a hard pill to swallow. Secondly, actually holding a dry cigar is depressing. However, depending on how long the cigar has been dried, all hope is not lost. Take a look at your dried-out cigar. If the wrapper remains intact and there is no cracking or peeling, the cigar is salvageable. If it has begun to unravel, just throw it away, as the smoke will be altogether unpleasant. Also, in an effort to cut cost, the newsletter is now on the internet. If you have not been on our website, go to www.highlandsshrine.com. This will get you on the club website and then click on the HSC newsletter and select the month. If you do not have internet The most important thing to have when rescuing dry cigars is patience. Most techniques take several weeks to work, so remind yourself – this process takes some time. Place the cigars in a humidor that hasn’t been recharged lately and let the cigars Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 13 absorb what is left of the humidity (a hygrometer is particularly handy here). After a few days, recharge the humidifier and reintroduce the cigar to a full humid environment, ideally 70% humidity. The slow moisture absorption is key here. Putting a dried-out cigar in a freshly charged humidor causes moisture to be absorbed too quickly. This can cause the dry leaves to split open and ruin the cigar. After about four to six weeks, the cigar may be ready to be smoked. The formerly dried-out cigar may taste a little more bitter than it usually would and burns quite hot, but it’s perfectly smokeable and enjoyable. Lakeland Shrine Club By Noble Roy “Woody” Woodside The Lakeland Shrine Club continues to stay busy with 26 trips to the Shrine Hospital in February. All of those that transport the Shrine Children to their appointments express the joy they experience as they witness the transformation’s being made to these children by the great work the hospital does. To watch a child go from a wheelchair, to crutches, to eventually walk without help is truly a blessing in disguise. We invite you to come join us and experience firsthand the work we all help to support. I would like to thank Anthony Gordon at Jarrett Gordon Ford in Davenport for making a donation to Shriner Children by helping us obtain a 2014 Ford Van to replace our old one. Because he was so generous we were able to upgrade our van so we now don’t have to worry about the safety of our Shrine Children during transport. Some of our members helped out with the Sam Swope Memorial Charity Ride that took place at Bahia Shrine on March 8th. This ride has raised close to 1 and ½ million dollars in the last 6 years that was all donated to the Tampa Shrine Hospital. Sam Swope, a very generous philanthropic man who donated a large portion of the money raised, passed away in December. This year’s ride was dedicated to him and was a great success. We look forward to presenting the hospital another large check on April 27th. We had another well attended meeting in February and welcomed two new members. We meet at 14 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 the Golden Corral on 98 N in Lakeland on the 4th Thursday of the month. Everyone is welcome to join us. Bring your ladies for a meal at 6:30 and stay for the meeting at 7:30. We would love to see some new faces. New Port Richey Shrine Club By Noble Ron Bart The origin of St. Valentine’s Day as a celebration of love is lost in history. In fact, the origin of St. Valentine is also lost. Valentine was a very popular name in Roman times and three priests qualify as the “real” St Valentine. On February twelfth in New Port Richey there was very little concern about who the real St Valentine might be. As the first meeting in our new facility, the concern was for the quality of the food and the skill of the bartenders. Fifty Shriners and their ladies, which included six couples from Canada, showed up for the event, so the pressure was on the club to provide a party worthy of the occasion. The meal choices were roast turkey breast or fried fish and both were judged to have been excellent. In honor of the day all of the ladies were presented with a rose and a box of candy. The consensus was that the party was a great success however there was a request that the ladies be presented roses and candy at every meeting. Our decision to change meeting places was proven correct, in that our previous meeting room would not have been big enough or as comfortable for the number of people attending this event. Our speaker on that day was Carol Sue Roberts (last name is not really necessary) and her main topic was the Ladies of the Oriental Shrine. As usual her presentation was very informative and well done. Many of the guests were surprised at the interaction of the LOS with the Shriners hospitals not just in terms of money raised but also knit goods, etc. Carol also gave descriptions of the Daughters of the Nile and other organizations that included active roles for women. Make sure that your chaser is not a trooper. Here’s to you Walt. Pinellas Shrine Club By Noble Doane N. Wright This is our first contribution of news for our club even though we have been organized for over a year. Our officers for 2015 are Noble Jay Dingman, President; Noble Trace Meek, Vice President; Noble Chas Jordan, PP, Secretary; Noble Bill Sundquist, Treasurer. By forming this new club this group of younger Shriners have breathed new life into Pinellas Shriners who have seen several of the older Pinellas clubs go away because of lack of interest. We must say they are doing a fine job Our club is the fastest growing shrine club connected to Egypt Shrine. Six new members were voted in at the February Meeting Noble Dingman just happens to own the Barley Mow Brewing Company of Largo FL. He recently purchased a commercial property to expand his brewing operation and has graciously given us space in the building for a new Club Room. Nobles Ray Jordan, Mel Roberts and Ray Terepka along with other volunteers have generously donated furniture, memorabilia, a new club banner, carpentry and painting expertise to complete the renovation of the space. As of this writing renovations to this space are taking place and the writer is sure that this facility will be the envy of every Egypt Shriner. Past activities have included Noble Dingman providing beer for the Block Party in Ybor City for the Shriners and the Knight Parade. Our Nobles also participated at the Shriners Fair Day. The club also had a bar setup at the Tailgate Party for the East West Shrine Game in January. So you can see we are trying to make ourselves a valuable part of the Egypt Shrine Activities. We would like to encourage all Shrine Nobles to check us out at our new Club Room on the Second Tuesday of each month at 521 Commerce Dr. W. Largo, FL 33770, 7:00 PM. Sun City Center Shrine Club By Noble Don Churchill APRIL, for our Club means PANCAKE Brunch Time. Street sales at local supermarkets, planned by Gene Welper and Bob Harris, get our Nobles lined up with signs, tickets, aprons and smiles to collect donations and sell tickets for the Pancake brunch. For the actual brunch, George Banes leads the kitchen crew in making enough pancakes to feed the 1,500 people expected. Past & Current Potentate, Divan members and members of Showman’s club can be seen working along with our Nobles cooking the pancakes and sausage. Rich Leger has been known to slip a few blueberries into some lucky customers pancake. The dining room at the community Hall only holds 400 customers at a time and our Nobles, wives, DeMolay boys and Mom’s help set up, clean up and reset tables so all enjoy their meal. In addition others help serve seconds on coffee, pancakes and sausage. When the clean up is over and everything is put away for October; tired smiles are exchanged and our old bones go home for a nap knowing we do this for a great cause: Shiner Hospitals and the kids they serve. Monday will get us up and ready to do our part for the Egypt Circus by ushering in the Big Top on Friday for the two performances. For others it will be working with Units to at the Circus. For me, I become “Nibbles” the clown and will be meeting and greeting kids and families when they enter the circus grounds. Then it’s off to perform a skit under the Big Top with the Fun & Frolic Clowns. April; What a month for Shriners. We look forward to raising money for the Shriners Hospitals and the transportation fund; finding new members and to everyone’s mission of Love to the Rescue. Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 15 Egypt Shrine Unit News Director’s Staff Legion of Honor By Noble Scott Sandoval By Noble Rick Grant The Director’s Staff enjoyed a wonderful month in March. The Director’s Staff was proud to participate in the Zephyrhills and Chasco Parades this past month. This month also brought the memorial service in which we paid tribute to our fallen brothers. We are finally nearing the Shriner Circus, so please take the time to come out and support our Temple. Also please remember our Corn Boil is coming up fast on May 3rd! We are looking forward to these great events and we hope you are too! Fun N’ Frolic By Noble Keith “Dash” Blair March was a great month for the clowns with lots of parades. I hope you’ve had a chance to get some rest because this month will certainly not be a time for slowing down. It’s the time of year again when we get our chance to do what we do best in an environment tailor made for Fun N’ Frolic! Welcome to the 50th edition of the Egypt Shrine Circus fellow clowns. Four days of clowning out and entertaining kids and adults under the big top. Make sure to watch the weekly newsletter for information about the nitty gritty details of the events to come from Boss Clown and the officers. Let’s try to get as much participation as we can. Last year we did great, let’s do even better this year! Remember if it isn’t fun, don’t do it! 16 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 The Legion of Honor had their Change of Command Ceremony on February 5, 2015, and the Stu Lang Activities Center, at the Egypt Shrine. The Change of Command Ceremony is an aged old tradition in the military signifying the passing of command from one the outgoing Commander (Nobel John Kimmel) to incoming Commander (Nobel George Fenno III). The evening started out by Commander Fenno and Lady Sheila putting on an amazing dinner with nearly 70 people in attendance. The Leigonetts helped get the tables, set up and decorated and assisted in serving the food. The Hall looked great and the stage was set for the Change of Command to begin. The procession was led by Illustrious Sir Luther G. Baker Jr. and was trailed by the incoming and outgoing Commanders, the Color Captain (Nobel John Kueny), and the elected officers. The Executive Officer (Nobel Jack Kemster) was the narrator for the ceremony, and after taking their places the Unit Standard were passed from the Outgoing Commander to the Incoming Commander. This was done for two reasons; first to show confidence to the troops the leader (in this case the Potentate) has confidence and trust that the incoming Commander will care for, and provide leadership to the members of the unit, and secondly to give the members of the unit a rallying point to gather in times of trepidation. After the ceremony the elected officer had their rank pined on: Lieutenat Colonel – Tom Bishop, Major- Jim Thompson, Captain John Kueny, First Lieutenant Dale Perry, First Lieutenant Mike Penlan, First Lieutenant Mark Maxey, First Lieutenant David Hobbs, Sergeant At Arms Chett Tomas. The evening ended with a few words from the outgoing Commander John Kimmel, and the incoming Commander George Fenno whose goal it is to continue to provide support to the Shrine, and to work with the other groups in the Shrine in attempts to grow closer. Commander Fenno also emphasized the need to get our younger members involved and they are well represented in the up and coming leadership within the Legion of Honor. After the remarks by the incoming Commander there was a Special Presentation made to a veteran of WW II, Joe Varsalona. Joe Varsalona was drafted into the Army Air Corps on December 26th, 1942 and served until June 1945. He was assigned to the Army Air Force 483rd Bomb Group, 15th division, and was stationed in Foggia, Italy as a bombardier on B-17s flying over fifty combat missions between April 1944 and April 1945. While assigned to the 483 Bomb Group, Joe’s Unit was responsible to hitting targets such as factories, oil refineries, marshalling yards, storage areas, airdromes, bridges, gun positions, and troop concentrations in Italy, France, Germany, Poland, Czechoslovakia, Austria, Hungary, Rumania, Yugoslavia, and Greece. On July 18, 1944, and again on March 24, 1945 the group received a Distinguished Unit Citation for bravery in action. Joe left the military without having received commendations that were earned by him or his unit. Tom Bishop presented Joe with the Presidential Unit Medal, Victory in Western Europe Medal, WWII Victory Medal, two miniature medals, and the Outstanding Unit Ribbon. The LOH was proud to have been able to recognize one of the unsung heroes from WW II, who was finally recognized for the contributions they made to this country. competition and parade unit that has fun helping support Egypt Shrine, International Shrine and especially the children in our hospital system.” Visit us on Facebook, group page “Egypt Shrine Motor Corps.” We post Motor Corps pictures and videos. The pickle is now riding with Andy Foster. Yes, the pickle has changed hands quite frequently over the last few months. Feel free to ask Andy his story. We all have one. If you guess what happened, I (he) will buy you a drink or at least owe you one. Motor Corps enjoyed participating with the other Shrine Motor Cycle Riders to lead off the 2015 Gasparilla Night Parade. Everone had a wonderful time. FASMC Mid Winter was a great success. Everyone is looking forward to another fantastic FSA and FASMC event in Sarasota this year. If you have never attended a FSA convention take the time and come down for a great weekend. Anyone can attend any of the banquets. Just ask. The Motor Corps has had several wonderful rides. The weather is getting cooler. We have several exciting rides coming up. All riders are always welcome to come out and enjoy the fellowship. Please visit us at “Egypt Shrine Motor Corps” group page on Facebook for future events. Our regular Sunday morning practices have started. Visitors are always welcome. We start at about 9:30 am every Sunday. FSA is coming up May 7 th to 10th 2015. FASMC competition will be Friday May 8th. Please remember that FSA is open to anyone. The FASMC Banquet will be Saturday evening May 11th. Ask any member of the Motor Corps for information about attending. Come enjoy a wonderful weekend in Sarasota. Motor Corps By Noble Mike Richards Ride safe, stay alert and enjoy the freedom of the open road. Egypt Shrine Motor Corps: “A motorcycle Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 17 Oriental Band Provost Guard By Noble Robert E. Stihler By Noble Tom Edwards PP Looking at the April 2015 calendar, I noted that on Saturday, April 4th, is the Easter Egg Hunt. I fondly remember during “days of yore”, when the Oriental Band escorted the Easter Bunny to Hooper’s Hollow. Things just don’t seem to stay the same anymore... May 7-9, 2015, will be the Florida Shrine Association/Florida Shrine Oriental Band Association Convention at Sahib Shrine Center in Sarasota, FL. Egypt’s Oriental Band Tong #54 is planing to present a Mandarin Degree on Friday, May 8th. Although the Degree is presented by the Oriental Band - a reminder, that the Degree is open to any Shriner so those Nobles of other Units are invited and encouraged to “Meet the Mandarin” and enjoy the “Masonic mysteries of the East”. There were no Lady Birthdays in March, however April finds a double-header with Lady Nancy Kuncis on the 1st, and Lady Christine Martin on the 11th. HAPPY BIRTHDAY! Pharaohs By Noble Jim Rocha President James Griffin requests your assistance during the kids’ Easter Egg hunt on April 4 and the Military/Police/Fire appreciation on April 11, both in Hooper’s Hollow. And don’t forget our April 14 meeting - all Shriners are invited as guests. We have drill practices on the following dates: April 12, 19 and 26 at 11 AM. Bring your radios – and don’t forget the new batteries. Peace be with you. 18 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 Thanks to all the Guard members and ladies who supported the February Fair Day at the Florida State Fair. We had a great time escorting buses, serving hot dogs and cokes, covering rides, and arranging for the children to enjoy the Fair. The Guard helped make this a special day for those children and adults. That’s what we are all about! Have you ever taken the time to look at the back of a dollar bill? It should remind us of the freedoms we enjoy as Americans. The “Great Seal” on the left and the Latin words tell us a new nation has begun as it emerges from a revolution. Another quotation around the top of the pyramid says “He (God) has favored our undertaking.” The pyramid suggests something of Egypt slavery. At the bottom is a “seeing eye” – a symbol of God’s watch over a new land of freedom. There are thirteen blocks of the pyramid to correspond to the thirteen original colonies. On the right hand side is a floral medallion with an eagle on top. Thirteen stars can be seen and the eagle is a replica of the America flag with a vertical row of thirteen stripes emblematic of the thirteen colonies. The eagle once considered the symbol of America holds an olive branch in one of its talons, the symbol of peace. The other talon holds either arrows or sheaves of wheat, symbols of military preparedness or growing industry. Around the head of the eagle is written “E Pluribus Unum” meaning out of many one nation. At the center are the words “In God We Trust” which are words not written by chance. If you missed the March 19th Provost Guard Covered Dish Dinner and Meeting you missed a great night out. Green was the color of the night. The Marshal and Lady Jean had fun and the room looked great. Thank you to all the Provost Ladies for their favorite dish! And a special “Tip of the Fez” to Chef Brent for a great meal. It will be a busy April with Council Meetings, Easter Egg Hunt, Appreciation Day, Lodge Visits, and the 2015 Shrine Circus April 16-19. And mark your calendars for the Florida Shrine Association (FSA) Meetings at Sahib Shrine on May 7-10. We will hold our regular P.G. Meeting at the Circus on Thursday April 16th. Remember our commitment to Membership and get those petitions into the office for the Spring Ceremonial. The Guard’s challenge is to get new members for the Shrine. Let’s go Guard! All Nobles in good standing are welcome to join with the Egypt Shrine Provost Guard. We meet on the third Thursday of each month at 7:30 P.M. in the Unit Room. Come out and join with us. worthwhile for all Nobles, and their Ladies, and it is a great opportunity to get together and celebrate the new Potentate while dancing the night away. Just watching the Director’s Staff entrance was worth the price of admission! March is full of parades, and the biggest of all is the Chasco Fiesta Parade. This parade takes place annually in New Port Richey, and has the potential of attracting over 75,000 spectators each year. There is a lot to do after the parade, and it is a great family event; if you missed it this year, please add it to your schedule for next year. The Shriner’s active presence in this parade not only promotes our cause for our children, but could possibly attract new Blue Lodge members into our fraternity. The goal is to always have fun, look sharp and promote a positive image for our Temple. As Brother Roosevelt once stated, “The only man who never makes a mistake, is the man who never does anything”. Don’t forget the upcoming Scottish Rite Reunion on April 11th and 18th. Tin Lizzies By Noble Rodney Kohler As the Tin Lizzies roll along into March, we are preparing for the 50th Egypt Shrine Circus in April, and working on perfecting the critical maneuvers required for capturing a victory at the upcoming FSA meeting in May. We are also discussing the introduction of using sophisticated video production techniques to record our drills. We will then use the footage for review and improvement, which should then propel the unit into the ranks of the elite NASCAR drivers on the cup circuit. March Madness is back and so is the Hoops for LOVE™ challenge, a campaign to raise awareness and funds for Shriners Hospitals for Children®. As you cheer on your favorite college basketball team, you can also continue to support the Tampa hospital. The game is simple… Make your Hoops for LOVE gift today to your favorite hospital and encourage your friends and family to get involved. Visit HoopsforLOVE. org to donate. Join the team, recruit your friends and help all the patients at Shriners Hospitals for Children win big this March. If any Noble is interested in membership into the Tin Lizzies, please stop by our unit room prior to our meeting (the 3rd Wednesday of the month, 6:30-6:45 pm) to discuss availability. We would love to train interested and willing new Nobles. On April 7, 2015, the hospital that has received the most donations during the challenge will win the prestigious FEZ CUP. Our 22 hospitals are all on the same team when it comes to helping kids, but when it comes to the FEZ CUP, our competitive side comes out. Last month, the Tin Lizzies were successful in securing prime seating for the Potentate’s Ball, and a grand time was had by all. This event is So let’s go for the slam dunk and win this thing. Make your donation today! With your help, we can continue to transform the lives of children. After all, they are the real winners. Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 19 Temple Bylaws with Proposed Changes Nobles: Below please find the proposed Bylaws that will be presented to the nobility at the Stated Meeting on April 8, 2015 for approval. The changes include but are not limited to: Article 2, section 2.5 Article 3, sections 3.1 (a.) & 3.1 (b.) Article 4, sections 4.8 (a.) & 4.8 (b.) Article 6, section 6.7 You are encouraged to read the Temple Bylaws in their entirety and attend the April Stated Meeting prepared to vote. BYLAWS OF EGYPT SHRINERS Preamble This temple is governed by the articles of incorporation and bylaws of Shriners International, an Iowa corporation, and the following bylaws not inconsistent therewith. ARTICLE 1 Name, Seal & Jurisdiction §1.1 Name. This temple shall be known as Egypt Shriners. It was granted a charter on June 6, 1918 by Shriners International. §1.2 Location. It shall be located in the community designated in its charter. §1.3 Seal. The seal of Egypt Shriners shall consist of two concentric circles between the circumferences of which are the words Egypt Shriners, Tampa, Florida. An impression and facsimile shall be deposited with the Imperial Recorder. §1.4 Flag. The official flag of this temple shall be as described by the bylaws of Shriners International. §1.5 Jurisdiction. The territorial jurisdiction of this temple is governed by the provisions of the bylaws of Shriners International. ARTICLE 2 Temple Membership §2.1 Prerequisites. Membership in this temple, including a candidate’s petition and balloting thereon, is governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. Every candidate for initiation must be proposed by at least two (2) Nobles of this temple at a stated meeting, and if no objection is offered, the petition shall be referred to a committee of investigation consisting of three (3) Nobles of this Temple, who shall be at liberty to report immediately or at the next regular session of the Temple, as the Potentate shall designate. If the candidate is rejected or if any elected candidate fails to present himself for the initiation, the initiation fee shall be returned. No Master Mason shall be initiated a member of this Temple until he shall have a ceremony conferred upon him creating him a Noble of the Order, paid the fee, and subscribed to these bylaws. §2.2 Affiliation. Affiliation into this temple is governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. A petition for affiliation 20 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 must be accompanied by the petitioner’s demit from the Temple of which he was formerly a member, and the ballot shall be taken in the same manner as a petition for initiation. §2.3 Associate Membership. Associate membership in this temple is governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §2.4 Retention of Membership. Retention of membership in this temple is governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §2.5 Demit. The demit procedure is governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §2.6 Suspension or Termination of Membership. Suspension and termination of membership in this temple are governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §2.7 Life Memberships. Life memberships in this temple are governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. Life Membership will be granted to any Noble, who has been a continuous member of this Temple for fifty (50) years and no future dues will be required, only fees required by Shriners International for meritorious service. (a) Prepayment of Dues. The Life Membership fee will be no less than a sum of twenty (20) times the current dues and appropriate per capita and hospital levy to Shriners International. A Noble may apply for his Life Membership to be paid in installments. A two hundred dollar ($200.00) non-refundable down payment will accompany the application. The term of these payments shall not exceed five (5) years from the date of acceptance by the Recorder. The Noble shall be responsible for his annual dues until the Life Membership has been paid in full. Dues paid in that period will not be credited toward the balance of the Life Membership fee. The Fund for the Prepayment of Dues is governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. (b) A Memorial Life Membership may be purchased by any person, Club or Unit for a deceased Noble of Egypt Shrine by paying a minimum of two hundred dollars ($200.00). (c) An Honorary Life Membership may be purchased by any person, Noble, Club or Unit in honor of a living or deceased Noble by following the regulations concerning Honorary Membership. The minimum fee shall be two hundred dollars ($200.00). (d) If a Life Member is suspended and is subsequently restored to good standing, his Life Membership shall be restored. §2.8 Honorary Membership. Honorary membership in this temple is governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §2.9 Discipline. The discipline of a member of this temple, for any cause other than nonpayment of dues, is governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §2.10 Complaints to Imperial Potentate. Complaints or correspondence to the Imperial Potentate are governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §2.11 Copies of Temple Bylaws and Shriners International Bylaws. Each member of this temple shall receive a copy of these temple bylaws; and the recorder of the temple shall allow each member access to a copy of the Shriners International bylaws so that they may be read and understood. ARTICLE 3 Temple Meetings & Ceremonials §3.1 Stated Meetings. A stated meeting shall be held on the second Wednesday of each month (except the Annual Meeting). The exact hour of all meetings, including the annual meeting, shall be designated by the Potentate. (a) Annual Meeting. The annual meeting shall be held on the second Saturday in January. §3.2 Ceremonial Sessions. Ceremonial sessions may be called by the Potentate at any time. Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 21 §3.3 Special Meetings. Special meetings may be called by the Potentate at any time, but notice must be given to each member stating the business to be considered and no other business than that specified in the call may be transacted. §3.4 Sunday Meetings. No business meeting or ceremonial session shall be held on Sunday, except upon special dispensation of the Imperial Potentate for good and sufficient cause. §3.5 Place of Meetings. The place of all meetings shall be determined by the Potentate except as may be otherwise required or restricted by the bylaws of Shriners International. §3.6 Notice of Meetings. At least one week’s notice must be given of the time and place of all meetings and ceremonial sessions. The notice may be given in the official temple publication or by letter. §3.7 Rules of Order. Unless otherwise provided by the bylaws of Shriners International, the temple bylaws or resolution, parliamentary procedures shall be governed by Robert’s Rules of Order. §3.8 Admission. A Noble may not be admitted to this temple unless he exhibits to the temple an official Shrine card for the current year. §3.9 Quorum. A quorum consists of seven members of the temple entitled to vote, one of whom must be the Potentate, Chief Rabban, Assistant Rabban or a past Potentate of the temple. §3.10 Order of Business. The order of business shall be as follows: (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) (f) (g) (h) (i) (j) (k) Opening ceremony Reading of minutes of previous session Reading of communications Reading financial statements Reading of petitions for membership Balloting on candidates Reports of standing and special committees Unfinished business New business Conferring the ceremonial Closing ceremony The order of business may be changed or suspended whenever it is in the best interest of the temple. ARTICLE 4 Officers §4.1 Officers. The officers of this temple are those listed in the bylaws of Shriners International. No person may hold more than one of the offices at the same time. §4.2 Nomination. Candidates for elective office and Representative must be placed in nomination from the floor. There shall not be more than one nomination speech for a candidate and the speech may not exceed five minutes. Seconding speeches are not required or permitted. A majority vote of the members present shall determine all questions not already provided for in these bylaws, or the statutes of the Shriners International. For an election, if there are three (3) or more candidates for an elected office and no majority is obtained on the first ballot, the two (2) candidates with the highest number of ballots shall remain and a second ballot be cast to determine the winner. §4.3 Election and Appointment. The election and appointment of officers are governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. 22 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 §4.4 Duties. The Potentate or these temple bylaws assign the duties of officers not governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §4.5 Enthronement and Installation. The enthronement and installation of the temple officers are governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §4.6 Vacancies. The existence of a vacancy and filling a vacancy are governed by the provisions of the bylaws of Shriners International. §4.7 Delivery of Records. Each officer shall deliver all books, papers and other property of the temple in his hands to his successor in office, or to such person and at such time as the temple may direct. §4.8 Board of Directors. The composition and duties of the board of directors are enumerated in the bylaws of Shriners International. The board of directors has these additional duties. (a) Leadership Search Committee. The board of directors shall appoint a Leadership Search Committee as allowed by the provisions of the bylaws of Shriners International. (b) Temple Holding Corporation. The affairs and business of this corporation shall be managed and conducted by a board of directors consisting of eight in number, seven of whom shall be the persons who occupy the position of the official Divan of Egypt Shriners and one of whom shall be the immediate past potentate of such temple, and their designation as such officers in Egypt Shriners shall constitute them the board of directors of this corporation. ARTICLE 5 Initiation Fees, Dues, Per Capita, Hospital Levy §5.1 Initiation Fee. The initiation fee shall be determined at a stated or special meeting of the temple after notice has been given to each member stating the proposed amount of the initiation fee. It must be paid in full prior to initiation. The fee for initiation is $125, which includes the current year dues, except in the fourth quarter the fee for initiation is $175 which includes the current year dues and the succeeding year dues. §5.2 Dues. The annual dues shall be determined at a stated or special meeting of the temple after notice has been given to each member stating the proposed amount of the annual, dues. The annual dues shall not be less than prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International. The annual dues do not include the hospital levy or the annual per capita tax required by the bylaws of Shriners International, each of which shall be added to the annual dues. This temple may, by affirmative vote, remit dues of a member for good cause shown either to the temple or a committee selected for that purpose. The annual dues for regular members are $105 plus the hospital levy and the per capita tax; the dues for associate members are $30. (a) Suspension for nonpayment. A member who is one year in arrears on his dues is suspended, pursuant to the procedure recited in the bylaws of Shriners International, unless this temple votes to remit his dues. (b) Restoration. A member who has been suspended for nonpayment of dues may be restored to membership pursuant to the procedure prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §5.3 Life Memberships. A member may be granted a life membership in this temple as prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §5.4 Per Capita Tax. Each member of this temple, other than life per capita members and associate members, shall pay Shriners International per capita tax as prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International. Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 23 §5.5 Life Per Capita. A member may pay the sum prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International and, thereafter, be exempt from the annual per capita tax. §5.6 Hospital Levy. Each member of this temple, other than Permanent Contributing Membership purchasers, shall pay the hospital levy as prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International. This temple may remit the hospital levy of a member whose dues have been remitted because of hardship and so advise the Imperial Treasurer. §5.7 Permanent Contributing Membership. A member may purchase a Permanent Contributing Membership in the Hospitals as prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International and, thereafter, be exempt from the hospital levy. §5.8 Assessment. The temple may levy an assessment on its members as prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International. ARTICLE 6 Fiscal §6.1 Fiscal Year. This temple must arrange its books of account, annual report and audit to conform to the calendar year. §6.2 Budget. This temple must adopt an annual budget, which must be in accordance with the Uniform Charts of Accounts prescribed by Shriners International. Its preparation, inspection, presentation, adoption, appropriations, amendments, temple reports and Imperial Recorder filing are governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. There shall be no expenditure of funds except as authorized by the budget. §6.3 Review. This temple is required to have its financial statements and those of its affiliated and appendant corporations, including Shrine club holding companies, reviewed, unless an audit is required pursuant to Shrine law, by a certified or chartered public accountant, or the equivalent in the state in which the temple is located, selected by the temple at the close of each year. A copy of the accountant’s report and accompanying financial statements must be filed with the Imperial Recorder. §6.4 Personal Benefit. No part of the assets or funds may inure to the benefit of individuals personally except in payment for services actually received or performed. §6.5 Checks and Payment or Transfer of Funds. Transfers of funds and payment of obligations of this temple shall be made into and from depositories approved by the board of directors, pursuant to procedures adopted by the board of directors, and as otherwise governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §6.6 Required Signatures. Signatures are required to transfer funds and pay obligations of this temple, in accordance with a resolution adopted by the board of directors, and as otherwise governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. One of the authorized signatures must be the treasurer. All checks and payments must be supported by vouchers or requisitions. §6.7 Annual Reports. Each Noble, committee, unit or other organization of this temple that is authorized to incur indebtedness or to disburse or collect funds, shall make a detailed financial report, accompanied by receipts or vouchers to the board of directors annually and at such other times as may be required. §6.8 Construction Program and Secured or Long Term Obligations. Prior to commencing a construction program or incurring a secured or long-term debt, as defined by the bylaws of Shriners International, this temple must follow the bylaws of Shriners International. §6.9 Sale of Temple Assets. Prior to this temple, or any of its affiliates, selling, leasing, exchanging, mortgaging, pledging or otherwise disposing of all or substantially all of its property or assets, it must follow the bylaws of Shriners International. 24 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 §6.10 Fidelity Bond. The temple must procure a corporate fidelity bond as prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §6.11 Insurance. The temple must procure insurance policies, and the Potentate must appoint an insurance advisory committee, as prescribed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §6.12 Indemnification. The official divan, committee members, officers and employees shall be indemnified by the temple for all expenses reasonably incurred by them in defending themselves from any proceedings instituted or threatened against them provided the temple votes that they have acted within the scope of their authority and are not guilty of misfeasance or malfeasance. §6.13 Reserve Accounts. The Temple will establish a designated facility reserve account for the sole purpose of maintaining, repairing, or replacing Egypt Shrine buildings, grounds and equipment therein or thereon. This account is known as the “Building Fund” and contributions can be accepted from anyone wishing to make donations to the account. All expenditures from this account will require a majority approval of the Egypt Shriner’s Board of Directors and a majority vote of the Nobility at a stated meeting. ARTICLE 7 Committees §7.1 Leadership Search Committee. This temple shall have a Leadership Search Committee. Its appointment and duties are governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §7.2 Insurance Advisory Committee. This temple shall have an Insurance Advisory Committee. Its appointment and duties are governed by the bylaws of Shriners International. §7.3 Finance Advisory Committee (optional). This temple may have a Finance Advisory Committee. (a) Composition. It shall consist of four at-large members of this temple. Two of the four at-large members are to be elected each year at the annual meeting for a term of two years. (b) Duties. It shall: (1) Analyze and make recommendations as to the financial affairs of the temple. (2) Examine the proposed major financial obligations and expenditures before such obligations or expenditures are incurred or made. (3) Review all necessary current expenses. (4) Examine whether any officer, department, committee, organization, unit or individual having authority incurs expenditures that exceed the appropriations set out in the budget. (5) Examine the system under which the financial affairs of the temple, and every subordinate body thereof, are administered and make such recommendations from time to time as may be deemed for the good of the temple or any subordinate body thereof. (6) Review any bill for travel, hotel or entertainment expense of any officer or representative to determine if it is reasonable and necessary and within the budget. (7) Have access to all financial books, papers ad accounts of the officers and review them on a periodic basis, and recommend certified public accountants for examination and audit. Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 25 (8) Review the financial institutions in which the funds of the temple are to be, or already are, deposited. (9) Investigate suitable investments and investment institutions for the funds of the temple. (10) Evaluate the proper coverage and limits of the bonds for the treasurer and recorder, and any other officers required to be bonded. (c) Reports. This committee shall issue its findings, recommendations and reports to the board of directors of this temple. (e) Quorum. Three members of this committee shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. §7.4 Emeritus Committees. This temple shall have an emeritus committee. (a) Permanent Emeritus Membership may be conferred upon a Noble of Egypt Shrine by a majority vote of the members present at a regularly scheduled temple meeting provided that Noble has served for ten (10) years in the same appointment or elected office. (1) A credential’s committee, appointed by the Potentate, shall first certify the eligibility of any Noble prior to his being elected to Emeritus status. (2) Anyone serving a portion of the tenth (10th) year in the same appointment or elected office shall be considered as having served ten (10) full years in that position for his designation. §7.5 Management and Planning Committee (optional). This temple may have a Management and Planning Committee. (a) Composition. It shall consist of thirteen (13) members of the Temple, consisting of the Board of Directors, and six (6) members from the Nobility. The Board of Directors will select six (6) members. Two (2) of the members selected will serve a three (3) year term. Two (2) members will serve a two (2) year term and two (2) members will serve a one (1) year term. Subsequently, members whose terms have expired will be replaced as follows: the incoming Board of Directors will appoint two (2) members to the Management and Planning Committee in December of each year. These members will serve a three (3) year term. The remaining term of a committee member who might by his death, resignation or other reason creates a vacancy, shall be filled by a replacement Noble, who will be appointed by the Board of Directors. No member shall succeed himself more than once. (b) Duties. It shall: (1) Develop a comprehensive Five Year Plan for the development and improvement of Egypt Shrine, its membership, and its buildings and grounds. This plan would be updated in December of each year, and it could be presented to the membership at a temple meeting during the first quarter of each fiscal year. (2) Make recommendations to the Chief Rabban by October 1 for his use in preparation of the Temple operations for the ensuing year. (3) Report the Committee’s advice of the financial management of Temple’s affairs for the current year, including any significant variances during the past year from the Five Year Plan and the approved annual budget §7.6 Other Committees. The Potentate shall appoint such other committees as may be required for the operation of the temple’s affairs. Their duties and responsibilities shall not conflict with any provisions of the bylaws of Shriners International or these bylaws. 26 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 ARTICLE 8 Prohibited Practices §8.1 Unlawful Activities. It is unlawful for this temple, or any unit or club under its control, or any group of its members, or any member acting for or on behalf of the temple, to promote or take part in any engagement or enterprise prohibited by the law of the land. §8.2 Shrine Law. A Noble may not violate Shrine law. The provisions of Shrine law are found in the articles of incorporation and bylaws of Shriners International and any general or special orders at the time in effect. §8.3 Alcoholic Beverages. The consumption of alcoholic beverages during parades and ceremonials is forbidden by those Nobles participating therein. ARTICLE 9 Temple Units & Shrine Clubs §9.1 Approval. No temple unit or shrine club may be organized, or continue to exist, without the express written approval of the Potentate. §9.2 Bylaws. No temple unit or shrine club may be organized until its bylaws have been approved in writing by the Potentate. No amendments to such bylaws are effective until approved in writing by the Potentate. The Potentate may direct such modifications of the bylaws as he deems appropriate. §9.3 Membership. (a) Units. Temple units must be composed solely of members of this temple. The fez of the temple must be worn at all appropriate times except for such units which do not normally wear fezzes. (c) Clubs. Temple shrine clubs may include Nobles of other temples. All members of the shrine club who are regular or associate members of Egypt Shriners are eligible to hold office. (d) Election of Officers. The temple units and shrine clubs shall elect their officers for the ensuing year no later than December 10. The list of the elected officers is to be presented to the Recorder of the temple by the last day of December for approval by the incoming temple Potentate. §9.4 Records. The temple units and shrine clubs shall keep such financial records and inventories as directed by the Potentate. §9.5 Funds. The assets of shrine clubs and temple units belong to this temple. However, in the discretion of the Potentate, he may allow assets to be in the custody of shrine clubs and the temple units. Moneys in the custody of shrine clubs and temple units shall be deposited into accounts in the names of the shrine clubs and temple units. §9.6 Financial Reports. The shrine clubs and temple units must prepare and submit to the board of directors all financial reports required by Shrine law. The financial reports shall bear a certification that they are true and correct and that no money or property is held for the benefit of the reporting organization. Funds being accumulated for any shrine authorized purpose shall be identified as being reserved for that purpose in the financial reports. §9.7 Government. The temple units and shrine clubs are governed by the provisions of the bylaws of Shriners International and these bylaws not inconsistent therewith. §9.8 Organization of Nobles. An organization of Nobles meeting as such, as defined in the bylaws of Shriners International, are governed by such bylaws. Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 27 ARTICLE 10 Temple Publication §10.1 Official Publication. Unless otherwise provided in Shriners International bylaws or these bylaws, a magazine or newsletter may be established as the official publication of this temple. It shall be proper to publish all official calls and notices therein. The official publication of this temple shall be called the “SANDS”. §10.2 Advertising. All advertising accepted for the official publication shall be non-offensive and in compliance with the bylaws of Shriners International and these bylaws. §10.3 Staff. The Potentate shall appoint the editor and approve the appointment of staff members by the editor. ARTICLE 11 Amendments §11.1 Amendments. These bylaws may be amended as provided by the bylaws of Shriners International. §11.2 Inconsistencies. In the event of an inconsistency between these bylaws and the bylaws of Shriners International, the bylaws of Shriners International supersede these bylaws. CERTIFICATION I, _____________, Potentate of Egypt Shriners, certify that the attached resolution relating to bylaws (amendments to bylaws) was submitted in writing at a stated meeting on _____________________________, 2015. The resolution was laid over to the next stated meeting (a special meeting called for action thereon). On __________________________, 2015 a notice of meeting to be held on ______________________, 2015, was sent to every member of the temple and it recited the text or substance of the proposed bylaws (amendments to bylaws). There were ______ members of the temple present at this duly warned meeting and ______voted in the affirmative and _______voted in the negative to adopt the proposed bylaws (amendments to bylaws). They were approved by at least two-thirds of the members present and voting. A copy of the notice of the duly warned meeting and three copies of the bylaws (amendments to bylaws) are attached. A copy of the temple’s current bylaws are enclosed. I certify that the bylaws (amendments to bylaws) were adopted. Dated this ________day of _______________, 2015. ____________________________________ - Potentate Attest: 28 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 ____________________________________ - Recorder Sands Magazine - April 2015 • 29 30 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 Tree of Life Donation Categories $500......... Engraved Leaf on Donor Recognition Tree $2,500...... Engraved Small Bronze Stone $5,000...... Engraved Large Bronze Stone $7,500...... Engraved Small Brass Stone $10,000.... Engraved Large Brass Stone Larger Amounts - Engraved Custom Design All stones will be mounted on the wall at the trunk of the “Tree of Life” Donor Recognition Tree located in the main hall of the Shrine Center for all to see and enjoy. Egypt Shrine Tree Of Life Endowment Fund Pledge Card I, ___________________________________, pledge the following to the Egypt Shrine Tree of Life Endowment Fund: $500 lump sum by cash, check, or money order $500 ten monthly payments of $50 each $2,500 lump sum by cash, check, money order, stock, jewelry, or any other item of tangible value* $5,000 lump sum by cash, check, money order, stock, jewelry, or any other item of tangible value* $7,500 lump sum by cash, check, money order, stock, jewelry, or any other item of tangible value* $10,000 lump sum by cash, check, money order, stock, jewelry, or any other item of tangible value* Signature of Donor:_____________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ Inscription to Read: (Please print or type) ________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________ *(Payment may be made in equal amounts over a maximum five year period) All proceeds benefit Egypt Shrine and are not charitable tax deduction. 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What are the boxes for? A plastic cube with a slot at the top. To help collect donations, money to help our transportation fund for our Shriners Patients going to out of state Shriners Hospitals. Where are the boxes to be? In any store or business, preferably near a cash register, within eyesight of customers making it easy for them to put their change in the box. When are the boxes to be used? All year round, so our friends can donate small amounts of cash any time. Many businesses have some kind of collection box on their counter, so why not one of ours? If you can arrange a placement, please call our Hospitals Services office at 813-884-8381 x300. 36 • Sands Magazine - April 2015 Mark Your Calendars Now! Imperial Council Sessions July 6-10, 2015 Houston, TX July 3-7, 2016 Tampa, FL July 9-13, 2017 Daytona Beach, FL Florida Shrine Association May 6-9, 2015 Sahib Shriners Sarasota, FL May 2016 Bahia Shriners Orlando, FL May 2017 Mahi Shriners Miami, FL Southeastern Shrine Association August 5-8, 2015 Al Menah Shriners Nashville, TN August 2016 Mississippi August 2017 Alabama Good luck to all of the Competition Teams. Have FUN and bring home the trophies! 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This is to allow all Egypt Shrine nobles the opportunity to review the bylaws and proposed changes in order to make informed decisions when voting on them at the April stated meeting. With the many pages of bylaws included something had to get cut and unfortunately it was many great pictures taken by our Press Corps. All is not lost however. If you’ve been reading the Sands recently, you already know I’m posting all photos I receive online at our web site. This seems like a great opportunity to remind everyone that we would love to have your photographs of any Egypt Shrine related events. Our Press Corps photographers do a great job but they can’t be everywhere all the time. If you’ve got some photos you’re willing to share please contact me at egyptsands@ egyptshrine.org and I’ll be happy to include them. As a reminder you can reach the photo gallery at the following web address - http://gallery.egyptshrine.org Until next month, have a safe and wonderful April. 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