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Marys Peak Trek - August 21 & 22
Philomath Rodeo Fairgrounds
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Al Kader OASIS
Published Monthly
Al Kader Shriners A.A.O.N.M.S.
25100 SW Parkway Ave.
Wilsonville, Oregon 97070-9600
Phone 503-682-4420
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email [email protected]
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ELECTED DIVAN
Potentate...Cecil Hammer
Chief Rabban...Greg Jenkins
Asst. Rabban...Warren Gray
High Priest & Prophet...Bill Newhouse
Oriental Guide...Dave Johnson
Treasurer...Robert Keller
Recorder...Hap Baldwin
Asst Recorder...JB Dick
APPOINTED DIVAN
1st Cer. Master...Tom Bland
2nd Cer. Master...Donald Stapleton
Director...John Nerski
Marshal...Bernie Stanfill
Capt. of the Guard...Ray Glass
Temple Outer Guard...George Hueth
Chaplain... Noel Keister
Asst. Chaplain…Carson Bailey
Outer Guard...Richard Crist
Outer Guard...Bryan Braun
Outer Guard...Fred Wendt
Outer Guard...Bill Quier
Outer Guard...Vic Morton
Outer Guard...Carey Huckaba
Outer Guard...Gary Dentinger
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Executive Aide - IS Dan Moyer, PP
Chief Aide - Pete Ohlman
Aides - Bob Brown, David Cramblett,
Tom Chappelle, Jim Conner,
Steve Dunn, Wayne Felder,
Fred Hardin, Ed Jud, Mearl Kroker,
Keith Leamon, Bill Spencer, Dick Unruh,
Claude Weldin, Chris Woolcock
A/V Coordinator…David Cramblett
TEMPLE UNIT STAFF
Director of Units...Gib Thonstad
Assisitant…BobTimm
TEMPLE STAFF
Temple Attorney...Richard Lee
Temple Auditor...Brad Henry
Facility Manager...Jelmer Blum
Hosp. Transportation...JB Dick
EMERITUS
Ken Jubb - Temple Photographer
Roy Armentrout...Recorder
OASIS
Publisher...Cecil Hammer, Potentate
Editor...Dave Johnson
Photographer...Art Thompson
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Nobles and Ladies,
The Tillamook (Dairy Days) parade was outstanding this year.
We had 90 plus Nobles in the parade and more Nobles on the
sides. I was looking back when we turned the corner downtown. I could see four blocks back and all I saw were Al Kader
Units. What a showing, and thanks to all that participated! The
weather was impressive too, clear blue skies and cool.
As you know, the Calliope Corp was invited to Waterfront
Village this year. This was an Al Kader event, not a Calliope
Corps event. The Calliope Corps was invited when a Rose
Festival organizer saw them outside at the Portland Circus, and
Cecil Hammer
wanted the Shriners there. This was a great opportunity to show Potentate 2010
off the Shriners, promote the Rodeo and sell Mustang tickets. We were in need of volunteers to
man the booth and some responded, but we were short of volunteers. The Calliope Corps
made no money off this event. Tony Mortensen had to make two trips after the event, plus the
Al Kader van, to get our property picked up. Many thanks to Tony.
We would like to form a Transportation Unit. We need truck drivers--working or retired--or
someone with experience pulling trailers to get the Units’ trailers and vehicles to the parades.
Call me at 503-329-4352 for more details. We also need them to drive the Units’ trailers and
vehicles IN the parades. I have never spoken with anyone who did not love a parade.
We worked to get the Portland Metro Shrine Clubs on the East West Football Committee. The
Portland Metro Shrine Clubs have players from the local area. For years the North Clackamas
Shrine Club has had a dinner meeting, and it is a good time for everyone, including the players
and their families. Yamhill Shrine Club had a player dinner this year, and Gresham Shrine Club
is planning a player dinner next year. The problem is the sale of ads for the program. We ALL
must support the game, and program ad sales are important to the revenue of the game.
The Shrine Picnic at Oaks Park is coming up (August 29th). Dues cards are required at entry,
or be vouched for by a Shriner. Family members are always invited but if they are not coming
the same time as the member, the sponsoring Shriner must come to the gate for their admittance. The kids’ bracelets for the rides will be $5.00.
It’s free and it entertaining. Mary’s Peak in Philomath Frolic Rodeo Grounds at 502 South 13th
street in Philomath on August 21st and 22nd is the most fun you can have (for free). The kids
are from the Northwest Youth Rodeo Association and it is their finals. The kids range in age
from 3 to 18. These kids give it their heart. The Mary’s Peak Association Shrine Clubs also
have a Salmon or Roast Beef feed on Saturday night. Come and mingle with the contestants
and their families. People with RV’s are welcome and the cost is $7.00 per night.
Big Opportunity! I met Mike Conn and Duane Caseday
at the Furniture Connection Car Show they had in May. I told
them the Shriners have a Classic Car Club, and that we are
interested in joining the Multnomah Hot Rod Council. These guys
do the Portland Roadster Show. They told me we could join the
Multnomah Hot Rod Council. We would need a copy of our
bylaws; also we would need at least 5 members to join at $20.00
per couple or $15.00 each person. They would have to come to
one of our meetings. This gives us a lot of exposure that we don’t
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Al Kader OASIS - August 2010 - Page 2
64th Annual Marys Peak
Shrine Trek &
Northwest Youth Rodeo
Association Finals
Philomath Rodeo Fairgrounds
Saturday & Sunday
August 21 - 22, 2010
10:00 AM
Food
Saturday and Sunday:
Cowboy breakfast
Pancakes, egg with little
smokies or ham, coffee
and juice - 7:00 - 10:30 AM
Burgers/hot dogs, corn-onthe-cob and Sno-cones
11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Sunday Only
BBQ Chicken - 11:00 AM
Raffle
Tickets - $1.00 from
Trek Shriners
Net proceeds from raffle
benefit Shriners Hospitals
for Children.
Not tax-deductible.
Northwest Youth Rodeo Association
opening ceremonies each day will be at
10:00. Participants will be ages 3-18. The
NYRA is made up of four age divisions in
which the kids compete in traditional
events from barrel racing to bull riding.
Directions
In Philomath, turn South on 13th and West
on Cedar. RV parking and electrical
hook-up is available for a nominal fee.
The Trek Social
There will be an oasis for Shriners on
Saturday, August 21st in the “Grove” at
the Divan parking area - 5:00 PM,
with dinner to follow at the “Pavillion”.
A full dinner is offered with the
choice of either Salmon or Roast Beef.
No “pot-luck” dish.
The cost is $15.00 per person, and
the rodeo folks will be invited.
There will be a choice of either Hot Dog or
Hamburger for the kids, with chips
and a soft drink for $5.00
Come and join us!
NYRA Dance
Following dinner on Saturday, Shriners are
invited to a“live band” dance. The dance is
sponsored by, and benefits, the Northwest
Youth Rodeo Association. The cost is $7.50.
Director’s Corner
by Noble Gib Thonstad, Unit Director
Nobles, GOOD THINGS HAPPEN when good
people band together and work for good
causes. This was my closing comment for
July. What I should have said was “GREAT
THINGS HAPPEN WHEN LOTS OF GOOD
PEOPLE BAND TOGETHER AND WORK
FOR GOOD CAUSES. I want to emphasize this statement again,
GREAT THINGS HAPPEN WHEN LOTS OF PEOPLE BAND
TOGETHER. So which is it for the Shrine, good people or LOTS
of good people? Is it good results or GREAT results? I am
writing this after having completed our late June and early July
Parade Schedule. The results have been less then GREAT. At
this point I am not prepared to say that they have even been
good. But opportunities still exist for us to rebound. For those of
you who do not go to Joseph, get out and support our Shrine
Rodeo. LOTS of good people working together will get GREAT
results and the Rodeo will be successful. The East West Shrine
Game and Parade in Baker City is upon us. If you are a Shriner
then you can participate. I encourage everyone to come out to
the game and make it an even GREATER event.
Remember that our next Unit Head Meeting will be August 26th
and will be a BBQ with the wives invited at the Shrine Center. We
have a few parades left to talk about and of course some up
coming socials. We will be critiquing the spring Ceremonial.
What can we do to improve our next Ceremonial? What would
each unit like to change? How do we want to participate? Bring
your ideas and your thoughts so we are able to do some positive
planning.
Transportation has become an issue for most of the units and we
are looking for help. It has been suggested we start a “Truckers”
unit. Those Nobles who are willing to drive and or pull equipment
for the units would make up this group and they would volunteer
to assist in these duties. If anyone is interested in helping, or has
a vehicle that can pull heavy loads to Parades please contact the
Shrine Center.
Remember …….. Together we are better.
Membership Committee
by Warren Gray, Assistant Rabban
I have been asked several times in the past
month or so how to become a Virtual Mentor.
Nobles first you have to follow the steps
below to sign into Shriners Village
The steps are as follows: 1.Go to this web
site: http://www.shrinersvillage.com; select
your Temple name from the drop down list of Temples. 2. Enter
your member number and last name. 3. Click “Verify your
Identity”. 4. Enter the information requested. 5.Click Create your
Account”.
To become a Virtual Mentor follow these steps: 1. Login to
Shrine’s Village. 2. Select Membership from the top menu bar. 3.
Select Virtual Mentor Program from the left navigation bar. 4.
Read the information then click “Sign up Now”. 5. Verify and fill
out the screens and press Submit. 6. Receive email welcome
message from the Imperial Potentate.
Several members of the Divan and Past Potentates who were at
the Imperial Session registered on line at the Membership table to
become Virtual Mentors. Please join us in becoming Virtual
Mentors so we have enough Virtual Mentors to go around for our
new membership requests.
The next question I’ve been asked are what are the duties of a
Virtual Mentor. The duties are basically the same as coaching a
new candidate through the Masonic degrees. Once a Candidate
is assigned to you please contact him within 24 hours of the
assignment. He will have questions about what is involved in
joining a Masonic Lodge and then becoming a Shiner. Please
maintain contact with him throughout the degree process. You will
want to provide him information as he goes through each of the
degrees and attend each of the degrees. You may or may not be
asked to be his coach. Once he has completed his Masonic
Proficiency he will petition the Shrine for membership. You will
most likely be his top line signer on his petition to join the world’s
greatest philanthropy. After he joins us you may want to recommend a unit or club for him to join. Please maintain contact with
him to insure he becomes involved and has someone he knows at
social events.
If your new Candidate is a Master Mason already you will be his
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What’s Inside This Month
Pote’s Message
Marys Peak Trek
Director’s Corner
Membership Committee
Mustang Raffle Update
Recorter’s Report
Tillamook Parade
Unit News
Summer Santa/Imperial Session
Imperial Potentate/Editor’s Desk
Club News
Poet Laureate’s Corner
Black Camel
History Display
Hospital Happenings
Ladies News
Wine Tasting Social
Motor Escort Poker Run
Proofreaders Contest
Al Kader Picnic
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Mustang Raffle Update
by Noble Greg Jenkins, Chief Rabban
To all Nobles and Ladies; thank you for the
great job you are doing. As of July 15, we
have banked over $13,500.00 in Mustang
raffle sales. The Motor Escorts had the
Mustang at Sheridan and even though it was
a small car show, the sales were good. At
the Tigard Festival of Balloons, there were over 200 cars in the
show; the day was very hot and so were the sales. We had
planned on having the Mustang at the Molalla Buckaroo, but since
it was a Dodge sponsored event we couldn’t show it or sell
tickets. I would like to thank all of you who volunteered to help at
the Molalla Buckaroo. The presence of the Shriners and their
Ladies was well received and greatly appreciated by everyone.
The Mustang will be at the Shrine Rodeo on July 23rd and 24th.
Thanks to all the volunteers who have offered to step up and help
at this event. The Mustang will be at Dallas on the 31st. On
August 6th and 7th we will be at Molalla for the Ross Coleman
Bull Riding event and on the 8th we will be at Bob Browns for the
2nd Annual Classic Car Show. The Calliope Corps will have the
Mustang at the Beaverton Big Truck Show, and then we plan on
having the car at the Marys Peak Trek in Philomath.
We have been giving Masonic and Shrine information out at most
of the shows, and people are asking how to become part of this
great origination. Make sure you have some Grand Lodge and
Shrine information flyers to hand out if anyone asks. Try and get
their name and phone number so you can personally check back
with them to follow up and see if they are really interested in
joining. Blue lodge and Shrine applications are a good thing to
have with you at all times.
I would like to hear from any Noble, Unit or Club who has an
event where they would like to have the car, or if they want to help
sell tickets. All help is greatly appreciated. Thanks to Greg
Armstrong’s Lady Sharon for her ticket sales for Lincoln County
Shrine Club and thanks to Bob Brown for his sales also. The year
is going by so fast and the time is getting shorter to sell the tickets
and have them turned in before November 6th. Thanks to all of
you who are working hard to make this a successful fund raiser
for Al Kader this year. Call me at 503 474 7449 or e-mail
[email protected]
Pote’s Message - continued from page 2
presently have, and I am sure more Shriners will be interested.
Let’s get behind the Classic Car unit and support them at Al Kader
Classic Car Cruise-in.
Imperial Session is complete, and as a result we have two new
Shrine Centers. We have a Shrine Center in Puerto Rico and in
the Philippines. There are 193 Shrine Temples!!!!! The first “one
plus” hour--one hour--of the Imperial Parade was made up of
Rameses Shrine Temple. One of the items on the “call” that
passed was that “Aahmes Shriners and Hillah Shriners will have
concurrent jurisdiction in the county of Del Norte in the State of
California. Also passed was a motion to change our name to
Shriners International.
Noble Bob Timm II and the Convention Center Auto Body
finished the repair the Al Kader Van. Take a look at the van, it
looks great. Again, many thanks to Noble Bob Timm.
Git-R-done!!
The Recorder's Report
by Noble Hap Baldwin, Recorder
I hope the August issue of the Oasis greets
you in good health, on a sunny but not too hot
a day, and with a few shekels in your pocket.
My job as Recorder is to gently nudge Al
Kader’s membership into paying their dues. A
lot of members are able to pay the full amount
when their dues notice comes in October and
some are not able to. We want to make it easy and not embarrassing for any of our members to be current with their membership dues. So, if you find yourself in a situation where the only
way you can get your dues paid is to break it up, don’t feel bad,
sad, or not worthy of your Shrine membership. Listen up, here
what the Recorder says:
Could you be a Shriner for $7.50 a month, or $22.50 every three
months, or even $44.50 in October and the other $44.50 in
March? That is all it would cost if you paid using the payment
plan. Our membership dues are still $89.00, we haven’t had to
raise them for several years, however, everything else continues
to go up in cost and our cost to operate is escalating and we may
need to do something in the future.
You can pay on-line by credit card at your leisure, or, if you come
by the Shrine Center you can pay by check or cash money - - we
take that as well.
We are still in precarious times but if we stick together we’ll all
make it with our organization no worse for these times, perhaps,
even stronger. This is the time people depend on their friends
and maybe even encourage their friends to join such a great
organization just to enrich their circles of acquaintances and have
fun along the way.
Let us know if you need help with your membership dues. We will
sure try and do our best to help our members.
I hope to see you at the picnic.
Al Kader OASIS - July 2010 - Page 5
Tillamook
It was a beautiful day in Tillamook, and there were Shrine Nobles and Ladies everywhere. From the Director of
Units’ official count, there were, in the parade: Motor Escort, 4; Al Kader Patrol - Flag, 4; Shurtah, 1; Divan, 3;
Classic Cars, 1; Oriental Band, 16; Cyclowns, 4; Flag Patrol, 8; Kader Klowns, 2; Concert Band, 19; Desert
Patrol, 9; Renegades, 3; Al Kader Patrol - Jeep, 3; Shrine Club, 4. There were several Nobles selling Marys Peak raffle tickets
on the sidelines, and our Ladies were there to cheer us on. The Caravaners took 8 RV’s (by my count) and set up camp at the
Tillamook Fairgrounds, where we enjoyed an oasis and pot-luck dinner on Saturday. Altogether, a great time!
AL KADER PATROL
by Noble Bill Harris
Summer arrived just in time for the Sandy Parade on July 8th.
With this parade being an early evening event, and the
temperature reaching triple digits, the Patrol had to cancel the
Color Guard due to concern over the potential health issues in
walking the parade route. Hopefully, the weather will be cooler
next year.
The Patrol will be selling the 2011 Entertainment Books again this
year. The books will be delivered to the Patrol the week of August
16th. Contact Noble Jim Nielson, (503) 775-0991 or Noble Bill
Harris (503) 625-5143 to reserve your copy.
Patrol Nobles and our Ladies were busy July 23rd and 24th
selling Mustang raffle tickets and assisting at the Shrine Rodeo in
Molalla. We still had time to be the Color Guard at the Newberg
Parade on July 24th.
The Patrol, with our People Hauler, will be in Baker City for the
East-West Shrine Football Game and Parade.
After our July 5th meeting, our Patrol Ladies prepared a picnic
theme dinner with several types of hot dogs with all the trimmings.
The food and the fellowship which followed were great.
Looking for a Shrine Unit to join? You and your Lady are invited to
our August 2nd meeting at the Shrine Center. Attitude adjustment
5:30 PM, meeting 6:00 PM. Ladies Project 6:00 PM. Potluck
dinner and fellowship after the meeting.
CONCERT BAND
by Noble Clem Norton
On Saturday, June 12th, the Wilsonville Shrine Center was filled
with expatriates from the state of Oklahoma for the Okie Social.
The Band, under the direction of Noble Gorden Mallory, played
the title song from the 1943 Rodgers and Hammerstein musical
"Oklahoma!" as well as the Merle Haggard classic, "Okie From
Muskogee," and other selections during a forty-minute concert
before dinner.
We traveled to Tillamook on June 26th for the annual Dairy Days
parade. This is always a very well-attended event, with the
bystanders three and four deep along both curbs cheering us on
as our Bandwagon rolled along the two-mile route. We thank
Noble Fred Hardin for being our driver, and we also thank the sun
for shining on us.
The Shrine Family Picnic is scheduled for Sunday, August 29th at
Oaks Park in Portland. As in the past, the Band invites all those
who play a standard band instrument to sit in with us. This
includes spouses, kids, grand-kids and family relations who are
instrumentally inclined. The music is not hard, and the musical
camaraderie is first rate. Gates open at noon, and we begin
playing very shortly thereafter, so come early. Bring a music stand
if you have one; if not, you can share with a fellow player.
The annual trip to Baker City for the parade and football game is
coming up, and these and other activities will be reported upon in
next month's OASIS. Fine for now.
DESERT PATROL
by Noble Bob Timm & Lady Nora
The Desert Patrol has participated in parades nearly every
weekend recently. Tillamook had 9 participants, Molalla had 7. In
the Molalla parade the guys had fun making circles around the
carful of Ladies Oriental Shriners. The Sandy evening parade 8
managed to make it through the heat and went to a BBQ
afterward provided by the Master of Sandy's Lodge. Thank you
Dave and Kristina Williams for your hospitality! 3 participated in
the Philomath Frolic. Troutdale parade was well attended and 6
rode in Joseph again this year.
Noble Phil Strother's son, Andy (Andy's Auto & Truck Repair in
Sherwood), has tuned up several of the bikes so they run like new
again.
If you read (new) Noble Steve Heller's article last month, you will
see how much he is enjoying his membership in Al Kader and
having lots of fun in the Desert Patrol. There are still a few
available ATV's for sale. We are always looking forward to
meeting someone who would like to have an excuse to have way
too much fun riding with our group. Give Director of Units Gib
Thonstad a call for more information 503-786-9961 or 503816-1919. He joined our group a couple years ago and loves
being a part of the Desert Patrol. If you can't reach him, call IS
Dan Moyer ‘08 at 503-661-5627.
Al Kader’s Desert Patrol
Announces
CELL PHONES ONLY
TO BE RECYCLED.!
No More Computers, Printers,
Scanners, Etc. Please!!
Thanks for your support!
The Desert Patrol.
Items may be left in Recorder’s Office at
Al Kader Shrine Center or call: 503-684-4420
to arrange for pickup.
KADER KLOWNS
by Freddieee
Where is Gleneden Beach?
Ask a Kader Klown and they will tell you this is
a town that loves a parade and clowns. This
was the 5th year we were invited to attend their parade. It is a
doozy--not long, but well attended starting with a pancake
breakfast all you can eat ending with the biggest block BBQ with
all the trimmings after the parade. Is all you need to bring if you
are a clown is yourself as the community provides everything
else. To top it off they have donated over $300.00 each year to
the Kader Klowns. Now this is cool, making money for the
hospital, travel expenses and get treated like kings.
This was a special year with two clowns going (Never been
before) to see what it was all about. Punkin and Ronee, were not
treated any less. Friday night we started at the local Shack
(Tavern) and did what clowns do best, bring a smile or two
including a belly laugh over a beer. We cannot forget the great
host, Ronee’s daughter. She just happens to have a little cottage
and wanted all of us to come to her house for a BBQ with all the
trimmings Saturday. Friday night bless her heart she took her dad
and all the clowns out to dinner at one of her favorite places to eat
and would not accept to money. Bless her heart again. Ronee you
have a wonderful daughter, not because of her generosity but her
love for life.
For another story a new clown the day before a gig. He said yes I
want to have some fun. Mikke and I put a nose, outfit and face on
Chewy. Both live here in the Dalles. We were asked by a local
church (First Christian Church) to come down town The Dalles
(They closed off main Street for 8 blocks to have a party.) All three
of us are Christian clowns and of course representing the Shrine
as well played with the crowd. We did a couple of Christian
performances (About 10 minutes) and mixed with the crowd.
Chewy liked it a lot, I thing we snagged him. You will be seeing
more of him in the near future.
If you want to bring a smile to someone contact me below, we will
show you how.
Motto: “Your Love is Where Your Heart Is”
See you down the road. Take care,“Freddieee” 541-298-4163
MOTOR ESCORT UNIT
by Noble John L. Nerski, Captain
The weather finally arrived!! No rain in Tillamook, Molalla,
Independence or Sandy!! Tillamook, as always, was a great
parade. We had four bikes there and a good time was had by all. I
forgot my hat so Tom Bland loaned me his so I wouldn’t burn the
top of my pointy little head and blind every one with the glare from
the sun bouncing off it. We attended the Molalla parade for the
first time in recent history and had a great time. The parade was
very long and warm and the bikes got hot. But, there was a huge
crowd that attended the parade and cheered as the Shriners
passed by. We also had one lone bike attend the Independence
parade, another long and arduous one, but fun none-the-less.
Dick Norcross traveled from far distances over hill and dale (well,
he might have hit one hill but no dale) to get to the Independence
parade. By all reports he was well received and represented us in
the fine fashion we have become accustomed to in Noble
Norcross.
Tom Bland and Lady Kathy helped with the Molalla Buckaroo
rodeo on Saturday July 3rd in the evening taking tickets and so
forth. Richard Eiden, Tom Bland, Lady Kathy, my wife Lady
Patricia and I all helped out after the parade on the 4th of July at
the rodeo, again taking tickets and selling drink tokens for their
event. We hope that this is a preview of the attendance to the
Shriner’s rodeo on July 23rd and 24th and we got some much
needed experience in helping the Buckaroo Rodeo Association.
One last reminder to everyone that we are having our 2010 Poker
Run fund-raiser on August 14th starting at Latus Motors in
Gladstone. We will have a great ride developed by then, prizes
and a BBQ at the end location, which is the Tigard/Orenomah
Masonic Lodge. Look for the flyer in the Oasis.
The Oasis is now
on-line! Go to:
www.alkadershriners.org
ORIENTAL BAND
The Al Kader Patrol Presents:
All The Fun at Half The Price
by Noble John P. Smith
Traveling Nobles:
Our caravan spent the night at an oasis. When we awoke, one
camel was missing. On the horizon and atop a dune, was a lonely
black camel – that of John Sinden. We will miss Johns outgoing
enthusiasm and person. He was one of the most friendly, helpful
and welcoming leaders in our Oriental Band caravan..
WASOB and the MANDARIN DEGREE can be seen atop a
distant “dune”. However, we can honor Al Kader and Scot Duncil
best through early preparation. Our plodding beasts will get us
there sooner than we wish. All Al Kader Nobles are challenged by
Master Egg Fu Yung to support our Hospital by joining Tong #2
and taking the famed MANDARIN DEGREE.
MANDARIN DEGREE - TONG #2
Noble Mandarins and commoners:
His Greatness, Emperor Mandarin, Egg Fu Yung,
demands your presence at the ceremony of the
Mandarin Degree, Tong #2. Emperor Yung has
commanded that The Western Assoc. of Shrine
Oriental Bands (WASOB) will host the ritual of the
Tong, with the help of Asiya Mandarins. It is to be
held Friday (24th) night at the Al Kader Shrine
Center in Wilsonville, Oregon.
All initiates and Mandarins are welcome. Humble
initiates will get to record their names in the
official “Mandarin Book” as evidence of their
transformation. Mandarins, bring your caps but
don‛t bring your Fez; candidates, come Fezless but
bring your money ($20 donation to the Ladder of
Smiles).
Emperor Yung seeks non-Mandarin money to assist
this noble charitable cause. Your generous
donations will allow more of those in our Hospitals
to lead more “normal” lives and, one-day, maybe, be
Mandarins too. More than 1000 Shriners are
Mandarins, raise funds for our Hospitals and utter
the secret Mandarin words. Become a Mandarin.
Only
$25.00
2011
The Entertainment Book is now on sale, and it is
filled with hundreds of half-off and two-for-one
coupons. The Entertainment Book is the best
way to save money on travel, dining, shopping,
attractions and much more!
Contact: Jim Nielson 503-775-0991 or
Bill Harris 503-625-5143
Net proceeds benefit Al Kader Shrine
Patrol, not tax deductible
See you in
Baker City!
An All-Shriner Master Mason
Degree Team
Most Blue Lodges have a difficult, if not impossible,
task of conferring the Master Mason Degree.
Al Kader has formed an All-Shrine Degree Team;
one that performs both sections of the Master
Mason Degree when called upon.
Any Lodge needing the assistance of the Shrine
Degree Team should call Ken Jubb.
Any Shriner who is interested in being a part of this
Master Mason Degree Team, please contact Ken.
Ken Jubb
503-253-1410
Tee Times for Charity!
Do you like to golf? Do you use an online site
to book your golf tee times? Would you like to
help your favorite charity, Shriners Hospitals
for Children — Portland?
Tee Times for Charity, along with their partner Golf Channel Solutions has a special place
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AND donate towards Shriners Hospitals for
Children — Portland. Golfers can reserve tee
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at highly discounted green fee rates AND
make donations to Shriners Hospitals for
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to donate too.
Those using the site will receive a discounted
greens fee with a portion of the discount
being donated to the hospital.
All booking and payment is done at a secure
online site. To review which courses throughout the United States are available, go to:
http://www.teetimes4charity.com/charity.php?
charity_id=299 (no space between ? and c)
Live at the Shrine
Crab Louis Dinner
Presented by the
TUALATIN VALLEY SHRINE CLUB
Raffles, Wheels of Chance
and Entertainment
Sunday, September 19, 2010 at
Al Kader Shrine Center
Wilsonville, OR 97070-9612
Doors Open: 4:00 PM
Cost: $20.00 per person
Cash Bar
Contact any officer of the Tualatin
Valley Shrine Club for tickets or you
may call Herb Richardson at
503-691-6711 or email at
[email protected]
Net Proceeds for this Dinner are for
the benefit of the Tualatin Valley
Shrine Club and are NOT deductible
as a charitable contribution.
Live at the Shrine
Spice Up Your Summer!
Enjoy "Live Dance" Music with the John Bennett Swing Band
“Gentleman” Jim Buchmann Joins John on
Sunday, August 22nd from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM:
The band features Wayne Travillion, Cornet/Trombone/Music Coordinator and the
“Worlds Most Dangerous Rhythm Section” -- Jack Dawes, Drums;
Dave Duthie, Bass;and Dave Johnson, Guitar
Al Kader Shrine Center 25100 SW Parkway Ave., Wilsonville I-5 to #286 Exit
(North of Elligsen Road and Super 8 Motel)
No Host Bar & Light Dining Menu - Door: $10 per person
Net proceeds will go to support the Shrine Oriental Band.
Come Support the People Who Help the Kids and Join the Fun and DANCE* to Live Music!
*To Dance: To Move One's Feet and Body Rhythmically!
(OK, you can just hold on to each other and Sway.)
Santa?
Imperial
Andersen Construction crew members, currently on the remodel to the Shriners Hospitals for Children were treated to a cool
snack by Nick Martell. “I feel a little like Santa,” Nick said when one of the workers asked about his handing out the cool snack.
The Group waiting for transportation from Toronto Airport. President Ralph Jubb of the ASOB with Lady Janelle and Megan.
Dinner with MWB Ed and Lady Judy. Imperial Sir Jack Jones dubbed a Knight of the Order of the Garter by the “Queen?”
George A. Mitchell
Imperial Potentate
Rameses Temple
During the 2010 Imperial Council
Session, held in Toronto July 4-8,
George A. Mitchell of Jordan
Station, Ontario, Canada, was
elected the Imperial Potentate of
Shriners International, making
him the highest-ranking Shriner in
the world. In this role, he serves
as President of the Board of
Directors for Shriners International and Chairman of the Board of Directors for Shriners
Hospitals for Children®.
Mitchell is the president and owner of Mitchell’s Bunsmaster
Bakery and Deli and Maple Leaf Investments, and was involved in
the motel business and real estate development for several years.
He attended St. Catharine’s Collegiate and Vocational School and
majored in business at Niagara College. He is a member of St.
Catharine’s Business Club and a Kentucky Colonel of Niagara.
Mitchell served as the Potentate of Rameses Shriners in 1997
and is a life-member to several Shrine clubs. He is an emeritus
member of the board of governors of Shriners Hospitals for
Children® — Erie and is a former Chairman of the Membership,
Budget, Investment, Protocol, Insurance and Ritual committees.
He has also served on the Special Purpose Funds/Fundraising
Evaluation Committee and the Strategic Planning Committee.
His Masonic affiliations include Adanac Lodge #614, the Scottish
Rite and York Rite bodies, Knights Templar, the Cabiri and the
National Sojourners, Milwaukee Chapter #27. He is a Past Master
of the Lodge of Perfection #616 and a member of Seymour York
Rite College #185. Mitchell is also an honorary member of the
Order of International Supreme Council of DeMolay International.
Mitchell and his wife, Deanna, have two sons, a daughter and four
grandchildren.
Portrait of a Leader
by Noble Warren Gray, Assistant Rabban
On July 7, 2010 the Al Kader elected Divan and their Ladies along
with Past Potentates Rene Johnson and Lady Doris, Bob Walliker,
Mel Hervey and Lady Kathy, and Dan Moyer and Lady Jennifer
witnessed the installation of Noble Ralph Jubb as President of the
Association of Shrine Oriental Bands (ASOB). Noble Ralph was
installed by Imperial Sir John Cinotto and was fezzed by Megan
Johnson. He has set a lofty goal for fundraising this year.
Noble Ralph served as Master Counselor of his DeMolay chapter
and has received the honor of Chevalier. He joined Eastgate
Lodge No. 155 at age 22 where his father Ken is also a member
as are his two sons Ken and Spenser. Noble Ralph joined the
Oriental Band in 1992 and has
been a member continuously
since that date. He has also
been a Past President and
President of the Western
Association of Shrine Oriental
Bands (WASOB).
Ralph is a past president of the
Order of Quetzalcoatl
Multnomah Teocali and a past
president of the Pacific Northwest Quetzalcoatl Association
(PNQA) covering the states of
Oregon, Washington, and the
Provinces of British Columbia and Alberta. It was at the PNQA
Association annual meeting in Lincoln City that Ralph demonstrated his fund raising prowess. Ralph conceived the idea of
having his head shaved if the members present would pledge
$2,000 to be raised over a three day period. He also convinced
Warren Gray to join him and a member from Nile Temple. Over
the three day period, in excess of $5,000 was raised and four of
us had our heads publicly shaved. I think Ralphs grew back in
about a month. Warren's took more like six months.
Noble Ralph served two Potentates as Personal Aide and Chief of
Staff for IS Bud James ‘03 and IS Mel Hervey ’07.
Since 2000 Noble Ralph has volunteered as a driver at the
Portland Shrine Hospital with Noble Herb Richardson. In 2008
Noble Ralph was elected to the Board of Governors of the
Portland Shrine Hospital for Children.
Noble Ralph's father Ken is also a member of the Oriental Band
and one of the leaders of the Shrine Degree Team. Noble Ken is a
past Associate Grand Guardian of Jobs Daughters. Lady Virginia
is a member of Eastern Star. Noble Ralph has been married to
Lady Janelle for over 30 years.
Next time you see Noble Ralph please congratulate him and ask if
you can help with the Ladder of Smiles Charity.
From the Editor’s Desk
by Noble Dave Johnson, Oasis Editor
The Al Kader Oasis is greatly enriched by the contributions of articles and photos. While the authors are
usually identified along with their writings, we are not
so diligent at acknowledging our photo contributors. First among
them is our Temple Photographer, Art Thompson. Others whose
photos we have used recently include Noble Don Stapleton,
Noble Carson Bailey, IS Bob Walliker ‘06, Lady Jennifer Moyer,
Noble Melvin and Lady Loretta Frye, and Freddieee.
If there are others that I have missed, I apologize. Thanks to you
all, and remember that, at the end of the year, we will have the
Photographer of the Year Award. Keep them coming!
COLUMBIA COUNTY SHRINE CLUB
SALEM SHRINE CLUB
The CCSC did not meet in July but our officers have been
networking to develop a plan for the annual turkey donation to the
SHC in November and the St. Helens Children's Fair in October.
The annual projects for the Club change in their requirements
yearly.
We welcomed back Past President, Noble Lu Novotny, & his Lady
Margaret. Sadly, they had been in California, for the funeral of her
daughter.
by Noble Ron Ellenson
Club Treasurer, IS Rennie Johnson ‘99, key founder and Club
charter member, attended the 136th Imperial Session at Toronto,
Canada in July and completed his fifteenth year as an active
Imperial SHC Board Member on the Board of Directors of the
Colorado Corporation. He plans to attend the Imperial Session at
Denver in 2010 to receive the formal presentation of Emiteritus
recognition.
IS Rennie received the Emeritus reorganization from the SHC
Portland Unit, for his nine years of service as a Board Member
last spring. Thank you IS Rennie and Lady Doris for your
unselfish dedcation to our Shriners philanthropy.
Our next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, September
13th at the Club building in St. Helens.
GRESHAM SHRINE CLUB
by Noble Don Slezak
It is time to start thinking about the festive fall season of socials
and other exciting activities. Our first social will be September 15,
2010. It is to soon to know what we will have for dinner or who the
speaker will be. You will have to read all about it in the September
Oasis.
There are still many parades to go to and of course you don’t
want to miss the 65th Annual Al Kader Golf Tournament on the
27th or the Al Kader Picnic on the 29th.
The Golf Tournament is not just for Shiners but is open to all. Ask
your wife to come and play with you or get your golfing friends
and make up a team. You will be surprised how much fun you will
have.
Be on the lookout for new Shiners and Masons. There are lots of
Masons that are not Shiners and don’t know what they are
missing. Get them to join. If they are not Masons yet get them to
join and then become Shriners. We need new members.
by Noble Ron Orlebeke
The Club is looking into various moneymaking activities. One of
the more intriguing ideas is a series of "mud drags." Past President, Noble Don Denton is investigating and will report his
findings next month..
MARK YOUR CALENDARS for our annual club hosted steak fry
picnic. The date is Thursday August 26th at 12 noon. It will be
held at "Hee Hee Illahee" a relatively new RV Park, which is
located at 4751 Astoria St. NE, Salem, Or. The park has 48 seats
undercover, with 2 BBQ's & inside restrooms. Directions--going
north on I5, take exit 258, north on Portland Road, left at 2nd light
onto Astoria St. The park is on your left just past the Rodeway
Inn. Coming south on I5, take exit 258, left over the freeway &
then right on Portland Road, to Astoria St. Reservations are
required; call Club President Earle Beesley @ 503-580-8289, or
503-391-2897
Poet Laureate’s
Corner
by W. Dale Burkett
August
It's August and we know the season
We try to beat the heat
Lemonade and iced tea
and ice cream can't be beat.
Open up the windows
and let the cool air in
Don't try to fight the summer heat
Just face it with a grin
So relax and face the music
There's nothing it is true
Ole man summer rules the roost
No matter what we do.
Reservations for the September social can be made by calling
Donna Dennis at 503 665-3955 or Betty Stowell at 971 645-1967.
You can make your reservations anytime between now and
September 13th but you DO need to make them.
Remember to wear your fez whenever possible as it pays to
advertise.
SNAKE RIVER SHRINE CLUB
by By Noble Bill Blankinship
Snake River Shrine Club had a busy spring with dinner meetings
including both Idaho and Oregon Club members and Ladies in
attendance. The April meeting was held at the Holiday Inn in
Ontario to honor our Shrine football players and coaches. About
60 Shriners, their Ladies, players and families, coaches and
families met for dinner and entertainment. The guest speaker for
the evening was Bob Beiler, “The voice of the Broncos”, who
entertained us with his experiences broadcasting Boise State
Football. Shrine players were able to participate in replays of BSU
football games with “color” comments along with play-by-play
from Beiler. The six area players and alternates were presented
with polo shirts with Shrine logo and their names embossed.
Our June meeting was held at the “Double Diamond Bar and Grill”
in New Plymouth, where we enjoyed Western entertainment and
food. Guests at the dinner included IS Gary Adams, Potentate of
El Korah Shrine and his Lady Joyce. Asst. Rabban Stan Garrett
and High Priest and Prophet Ron Lester, and their Ladies,
represented the El Korah Divan. Roger Hood, Snake River Club
football representative gave an update on the Baker City festivities. Due to the heavy activities in July, including many parades
where our clowns participate, the Club voted to hold the July
gathering at Baker City RV park.
Our next summer dinner meeting will be August 23rd at the
Farmers Mutual club room in Fruitland, ID. This will be our annual
steak fry under the direction of Jay Garrett, the club secretary.
The meeting will be for both Nobles and Ladies.
TILLAMOOK COUNTY SHRINE CLUB
by Noble Carey Huckaba
ROCKAWAY BEACH GETS FEZED
The 2010 annual fourth of July parade in Rockaway Beach was
proclaimed the biggest and best parade they ever had. Seven of
Shrinedon’s finest fez wearers from Tillamook County Shrine Club
just may have been the reason this years parade was the best.
Well, it was the first time Tillamook County Shrine Club has ever
participated in the parade, so if it was the best ever, it must have
been because of our entry in parade.
The Shrine Parade Float was an artfully decorated dory towed by
a pickup truck with a 4’x 6’ “Tillamook County Shriners” sign on
the front, “Shriners Having Fun Helping Kids” on both sides and
seven handsome Shriners proudly wearing their Fez, filled the
dory.
Since no parade is complete without music, Noble Jonathan Dyk
touched the hearts of the sideliners with his accordion rendition of
“it’s a small world” and other old favorites..
One thing was evident, during the entire two mile parade route,
the group that got the most applause, the loudest cheers, and the
broadest smiles were the Shriners. It’s great to be a Shriner
having fun and helping kids.
TUALATIN VALLEY SHRINE CLUB
by Noble Herb Richardson
Well gosh and gee whiz, here we are in mid-summer already. This
is the month for our annual Tualatin Valley Shrine Club picnic. We
are all set to convene at Cook Park in Tigard on Wednesday,
August 18th at 5:00 PM. As has been mentioned on numerous
occasions, the Club will be providing all of the hamburgers,
hotdogs and fixens for your eating pleasure. I am hopeful that our
wonderful Ladies will be able to provide a few side dishes.
Anyone willing to bring some potato salad, baked beans, or
coleslaw? Let me or President Bob Strong know what you can
help with. Oh, and the Club will be providing the liquid refreshments.
As you may recall we voted to not have a meeting in September
as we will be hosting our annual Crab Louis Dinner at the Al
Kader Shrine Center on Sunday, September 19, 2010. Just a
friendly reminder for everyone to mark that date on your calendars. We still have an agreement with the Oriental Band to host
the food preparations and serving and they will also be operating
a cash bar. We'll need help in all areas so be prepared to get
involved. There will be raffles and games of chance so if you have
any of those unopened bottles of liquor just sitting around the
house that you never plan on using, consider offering them as
raffle items on the wheels of chance. Other new, unopened items
worthy of being raffle prizes would also be much appreciated.
If you want tickets for the Crab Louis dinner for yourself, family,
neighbors, friends, associates, etc., let me know and I'll get them
in the mail to you right away. They are $20.00 each. The tickets
are also available through the Al Kader Office and can be charged
to a major credit card.
Although we are now dark there are still lots of things to do
throughout the summer and, as always, I will attempt to keep you
posted here in this column as best I can.
Our next business meeting will be at the Peppermill Restaurant,
17455 SW Farmington Road, (Intersection of Farmington and
Kinnaman Road), Aloha at 6:00 PM on Wednesday, October 20,
2010. If anything changes between now and then I’ll let you know
by mail, email or phone call. Hope to see all of you there.
See you at the picnic.
Membership - continued from page 4
top line signer on his petition to join the Shrine, help him become
involved in a Club and a Unit as well as social events. You will
have gained a friend for life and helped make our fraternity
stronger.
Please remember to talk with one new man a month about
becoming a Mason and one Master Mason a month about
becoming a Shriner.
The Temple needs your assistance in talking to your lodge
members who are not already Shriners about the positive benefits
of becoming a Shriner, taking part in both blue lodge degrees,
helping with the Rites degrees and membership. These locations
along your Blue Lodge and Shriners Village represent the
locations we will find our new members.
Each Al Kader Shrine Club and Unit should have a membership
chairman assigned to become a Virtual Mentor and work to
increase your club roster by 5%. Let us also not forget our
members who may not visit the club or unit very often as they are
part of our membership. We need to check up on them and make
sure they are okay.
Membership in our Temple is everyone’s responsibility. Our two
new Temples added over 400 members each last year. We at Al
Kader can do the same.
We are looking to start a new unit helping with Transportation. If
you have a larger truck or would be interested in driving one of
the floats please contact our potentate at 503-682-4420. The
Ritualists need help with setting up the stage for our ceremonial.
I’m looking for people who can help with marketing our Temple’s
fund raisers. Do you have social media skills? Would you be
interested in forming a dog owners club, a golf club or some other
group? If you are a musician we have three groups who would
like to talk with you. Please contact me at 971-235-4366 or at my
email address: [email protected].
Al Kader History Display
by Noble John Smith, Historian
WHERE DID THEY GO?
Did it sink? Did it run into a Columbia River iceberg? Why did the
Al Kader Yacht Club sail off into the sunset? A monogrammed
drink-chip is the only artifact we have representing that Unit. We
know little about that Unit. Send/deliver your Yacht Club donations
or information to Al Kader Shrine Center c/o “Al Kader History”.
There was a Bowlers Unit. It was official in 1959. But where did it
roll off to? Help us “pin” down its story. Send your donations/
information to the address above.
Our Shriners Hospitals for Children® -Portland has touched the
lives of thousands of children in its nearly 90 years. Looking
forward to providing quality care for the next 90 years, Shriners
Hospitals for Children®- Portland has proudly added 66,000
additional square feet of patient care space. The phase two
remodel project has begun which makes excellent re-use of the
existing space. Coupled with the building project, the acceptance
of health insurance to offset rising healthcare costs has created a
bright picture for the future.
Friends and family of a Noble, not Shriners themselves, continue
to be the most prolific donors/supporters of Al Kader History. It is
them we have to thank for many of our history items. Thank you
friends and families.
Until we talk again next month remember the fun of being a
Shriner and helping to make childrens’ lives better though support
for our hospital system.
Merle E. Greenstein
7/1/2010
Tualatin
William M. Larson
7/2/2010
Portland
Elbert "Fuzz" H.
Ragsdale
7/3/2010
Monmouth
William A. Bourne
6/27/2010
Vancouver, WA
John J. Sinden
7/2/2010
Washougal, WA
Eric A. Wiskoff
7/12/2010
Portland
HOSPITAL HAPPENINGS-PORTLAND
by Lady Pat Grennan, Director of Community Affairs
As the 2010 summer moves forward, a number of activities are
scheduled that will keep the Shriners Hospitals for Children® Portland patients, staff and volunteers busy. On July 10th, the
Freedom Bowl Classic in Vancouver was held to benefit the
Shriners Hospitals for Children. Only July 31st, the East West
Shriners All Star game will be held in Baker City, OR to showcase
the talents of the football players from throughout the state of
Oregon. Smooth jazz musician Kenny G, with special guests Patti
Austin & Stephanie Mills, will play a benefit concert for the
hospital on Saturday, August 21st at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert
Hall in Portland, Oregon. Tickets for this special event are
available at Ticketmaster.com.
BUILDING UPDATE
Hospital departments have moved into their new areas in the new
areas of the building. This includes our inpatient unit, surgical
services, motion analysis lab, care coordination, and the orthotics
& prosthetics lab. Renovation of the existing building has begun in
earnest; the first three floors of the building will see a significant
change by the completion date of late spring 2011. At that time,
we will have new reception lobby, an outpatient clinic, larger
dining area and more family guest rooms along with added
amenities for the families such as a laundry facility. With the
renovation and newly opened expansion project, there have been
some challenges in finding your way about the hospital building. A
great number of volunteers have stepped up to the daily role of
escorting families through the building; making sure they find their
way to their destination within the building. We thank these
dedicated volunteers for their commitment and assistance!
IN OTHER NEWS
At the time of this writing, we have implemented the program to
begin billing the patients’ insurance companies for services
performed at the hospital. For those patients without insurance,
the care provided at any Shriners Hospitals for Children will
remain at no financial obligation to the family. For those families
with insurance, effective July 1st, the hospital has begun billing
the insurance companies for services rendered by the hospital.
Any co-payments or deductibles will be covered by the hospital,
thus continuing to provide that outstanding medical care for
children in your communities at no financial obligation. Important
note: There is a new patient application form that should be used.
The new application has in the lower right hand corner this
information: “Form 1036 Rev 05/11/10”. Please use this new
application form for any referrals you may make from your
community or with any screening clinics you may hold. The new
form may be found online at
http://www.shrinershq.org/Hospitals/Main/Admission.
wing of the hospital but they are also replacing the building’s
siding and windows which keeps the workers hoisted along side
the building in this hot weather. One such day in the Pacific
Northwest where the weather finally moved from cool, cloudy
days to one filled with summer heat, these workers were treated
to a cool snack by Nick Martell.
“I feel a little like Santa,” Nick said when one of the workers asked
about his handing out the cool snack. “This hits the spot, it’s not
only hot but a little dusty up there,” commented one of the
workers.
We hope your summer has been a happy time; the autumn
months will be upon us before we know. Safe summer travels to
everyone!
Al Zahrah Court #58
Ladies Oriental Shrine
by Lady Marjorie Burgher, PHP
Greetings from Al Zahrah Court #58
All the Ladies of Al Zahrah Court #58 are very excited about the
Official visit of our Grand High Priestess, Lady Jennie Crawford.
She’ll be in Portland on August 4th, for a tour of the Portland
Shrine Hospital for Children. On Thursday, August 5th Al Zahrah
Court #58 will host a dinner for Lady Jennie at 5:00 PM, followed
by a regular Court meeting at 7:00 PM. The meeting and the
dinner will be at the Scottish Rite building in downtown Portland.
Every LOS member is encouraged to attend our August meeting.
Al Zahrah Court’s Tri-Mountain Busy Bee’s will be hosting an
Applebee’s Breakfast on Saturday September 11th, between 8:00
and 10:00 AM at 12717 SE 2nd Circle, (right off Mill Plain) in
Vancouver. Tickets are available from any Busy Bee member, or
you can call me at 360-609-1511, and I’ll make sure you get a
ticket.
The ticket price is $5.00 per person. (Please note the reduction in
price!!). Everyone is invited, so please join us for good food and
fun in September.
This year we will be kicking off the Christmas season with a
Potluck lunch at “Sleighbells” in Sherwood, Oregon on Sunday
November 7th at 2:00 PM. This is always a wonderful way to start
the season, great food, good company and you can do some
shopping as well. Please join us. Tickets will be available at the
door.
If you have any questions regarding any event or just want
information about the Ladies Oriental Shrine of North America,
please feel free to call me at 360-609-1511.
Crew members of Andersen Construction Company are working
on the phase two portion of the hospital’s remodel project. The
workers are not only working to remodel the inside of the south
Wine Tasting Social
We tasted wines from Apolloni, Adea, Plum Hill and Purple Cow. We had Chicken, Pork and Steak entrees
prepared by Noble Joe Moore (shone here with Chief Aide Pete Ohlman) and his Lady Kathie and Salmon
prepared by the Amaranth. The event was very well organized by Noble Gib Thonstad, Director of Units,
who also arranged the band--which also included his son. You missed an excellent Social!
Al Kader Shriners
Motor Escort Unit’s
2nd Annual
Poker Run
Saturday
August 14, 2010
Rider Fee $20 Passenger Fee $10
Registration Begins at 9am
Latus Motors Gladstone
1st bike out 10am
BBQ at Rides end
Tigard Masonic Lodge
Ride, Have Fun, Win Prizes
Contact Person: Tom Bland
(503) 876-6220
Web site: http://www.alkadermotorescort.org
20th Anniversary B.U.L.L. Session
by Lady Pat Grennan, Director of Community Affairs
Raffle tickets are available for this year’s 20th Anniversary
B.U.L.L. (Business, Union and Labor Leaders) Session Dinner
and Golf Tournament. The dates are September 13th and 14th
and Shriners Hospitals for Children - Portland is one of the 9
charities that benefit from this event.
In support of this year’s event, which has raised a significant
amount of money specifically for Shriners Hospitals for Children Portland, the Community Affairs department is selling B.U.L.L.
Session raffle tickets for $20 each.
Contact Mandy Kruger at 503-221-3466, Kay Weber 503-2213463 or Pat Grennan at 503-221-3458 to purchase the tickets.
Four Raffle Prizes:
1. Azumano Travel Voucher
$1,000
2. Thriftway Gift Card
$500
3. Nordstrom Gift Card
$500
4. A set of Five $100 Gift cards to Target, Trader Joe’s, Macy’s
Starbucks and Shell Gas Card
The drawing will be held at 6:15 PM on September 14th at the
Reserve Vineyards and Golf Club. You do not need to be present
to win…just need to have the raffle ticket stub in hand to redeem
your prize.
Now for the fine print: The benefitting Charities receive 100% of
the Net Proceeds from this Raffle. No more than 1,200 ticket will
be sold. Cash or check accepted for raffle tickets.
http://www.bullsessioncharity.com/whoweare
Salem Shrine Club
Screening Clinic
Here it comes again, the call to arms.
The annual Salem Shrine Club screening clinic for
the Shriners Hospital for Children-Portland will
be October 23rd, 2010 at the Salem Hospital.
Bob Barrowcliff is asking again for all the help he
can get--all the regular Shrine Clubs, our regular
Klowns, our escorts, our interpreters-and our
loyal Ladies that keep of us in line.
I will take any suggestions as how to get
our people from the parking to the screening
area in the hospital. This is a once a year event
and we would like to make it great.If I do not
make a personal call please forgive me and call
me.
I will have the posters and fliers available
on time. Again please feel free to call me.
Costumes not mandatory!
65th ANNUAL
AL KADER GOLF TOURNAMENT
AUGUST 27, 2010
HURRY! HURRY! HURRY!
You have only a few more days to get your entry
in!
The price is only $65.00 per person in honor of
the 65th annual tournament and for this price you
get greens fees, cart, lunch from Buster‛s BBQ, 2
drink tickets, logo balls, tees, and a door prize
ticket. There are team prizes for low gross for
both Shrine and guest teams. Two (2) or more
Shriners in a foursome make up a Shrine team.
The long drive competition is by age and there is
something to win on each of the par threes. Golf
balls are awarded for team birdies and eagles with
a limit of 12 balls per team.
It is a Scramble format with a shotgun start. The
tournament is open to all Shiners, Masons, Ladies
and anybody else who likes golf. Where else can
you have so much fun for the price. Oh, did I
mention that the weather is always perfect?
The tournament is held at the Oregon City Golf
Course located at 20124 S. Beavercreek Road in
Oregon City. Just take the Molalla exit off I-205
and turn left on Beavercreek Road at the top of
the hill. The course is located just east of the
Oregon City High School on the North side of the
road.
The shotgun start is at 7:30 AM with check in at
7:00 AM. Coffee and doughnuts are provided in
the clubhouse. The prizes will be awarded after
the catered lunch from Buster‛s BBQ.
Remember we are limited to 144. Entries are
processed on a first come first served basis. You
must send money with your entry form.
YOU DON‛T WANT TO MISS OUT
ON THIS FUN TOURNAMENT!
Entry forms are in the Oasis or you can get one
from the Shrine Center by calling 503-682-4420.
Any questions you have will be answered at this
number also.
The Greeters have a raffle for additional prizes.
All net proceeds are for the benefit of Al Kader
Shrine. Not tax deductible.
Al Kader’s 65th Annual Golf Tournament
August 27, 2010 Oregon City Golf Course
20124 S. Beavercreek Road, Oregon City
Scramble Format – Shotgun Start - 7:30 AM
Limited to first 144 players – 36 Teams
$65.00 per person - $260.00 per team
Entry fee includes 18 holes of golf, cart, 2 drink tickets,
lunch and raffle tickets. Everybody is
welcome. Prizes and trophies awarded for
Low Gross, KP’s and Long Drives.
2010 Al Kader Shrine Golf Entry Form
Put the Captain’s name first.
1. Name ______________________________ Shriner Yes
No
Phone #__________
Address_____________________________ City_____________ State____ Zip_______
2. Name ______________________________ Shriner Yes
No
Phone #__________
3. Name ______________________________ Shriner Yes
No
Phone #__________
4. Name ______________________________ Shriner Yes
No
Phone #__________
Full amount due with your entry form.
Deadline for entries is August 20, 2010
Please make checks payable to: Al Kader Golf or Visa or Master Card
Visa/MC Number Number _______________________
Expiration Date: Month: ______ Year ______
Take or mail your entry to: Al Kader Shrine Center,
25100 SW Parkway Ave Wilsonville, OR 97070-9600
All net proceeds are for the benefit of Al Kader Shrine.
The entry fee is not deductible as a charitable contribution.
For additional forms call 503-682-4420.
LATE ENTRIES ARE $80.00 per person.
Proofreaders’ Contest
Nobles Clem Norton and
John Bennett and Lady Rita
Nielson were the only proofreaders having their names
entered this month for the finals
of the drawing.
July is now closed, but there are a few new
errors in this issue, just for your pleasure.
Remember, the chances of winning depend
on whether you choose to play, or not!
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The Jennings McCall
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of aging adults. We offer a comprehensive range of care services.
Assisted Living at Jennings McCall includes amenities, choices and services to
suit individual tastes and needs. We support your choices, enhance your dignity,
and ensure your privacy and individuality.
Independent Living at Jennings McCall provides
a pleasant life with independence, confidence and
freedom.
• Now accepting Medicaid Waiver residents.
2221 Oak Street
Forest Grove, Oregon
Call 503-357-4133
for a free lunch & tour
www.jenningsmccall.com
Call for information on valuable move-in incentives.
Some restrictions may apply.
Al Kader
Family Picnic
Sunday, August 29, 2010
Oaks Park, Portland
Games - Rides - Prizes - Music
and
Lots of Good Food & Fun
Directions
Schedule
11:00 AM- Gates Open
Children’s Games Start
and Bingo for the adults
Introduction of the
Potentate and Divan
Welcoming remarks
followed by music from
Al Kader’s Award-winning
Oriental Band
and the Concert Band
(who invite you, your family
member or friend to bring your
standard band instruments
and join them)
12:00 Noon - Picnic Served
Menu - Hamburgers, Hot Dogs
Salads, and all the fixings
Park Closes around 4:00 PM
Thanks for Coming, and
have a safe trip home!
Oaks Park is near the East end
of Sellwood Bridge. Travel West
on S.E. Tacoma to S.E. 6th Ave.
Turn Right onto S.E. 6th. Turn Left
onto S.E. Spokane St.
Look on their website
(http://www.oakspark.com)
for the best way to get there
from your location.
-----Free to the Nobility
-----Ride bracelets for kids 12 and
under will be $5.00
-----Suds and Soft Drinks will be
served all day long - along with
Ice Cream bars
-----Fun with the Kader Klowns
------
Raffle tickets are free. Raffles
and prizes throughout the
afternoon for kids and some adult prizes.
------
Note if bringing adult guests please
arrange for them to arrive with you for
ease of admission. Also, please call the Center
(503-682-4420) with the count of
kids 12 and under.
CHANGE of ADDRESS
Al Kader Shrine
AAONMS
City ______________State ___ Zip ______
NEW Address ______________________
City ______________State ___ Zip ______
25100 SW Parkway Ave
Name _____________________________
Old Address ________________________
NON PROFIT
ORGANIZATION
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
PERMIT NO. 497
PORTLAND, OR
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CALENDAR OF COMING EVENTS
Please note that all dates and events shown here are subject to change without notice
August 2010
Sunday, August 1
E-W Post Game Meeting - Baker City
Saturday, August 7
Parades - Astoria & Silverton
Sunday, August 8
Classic Car Show
Saturday, August 14
Eugene/Springfield Picnic
Motor Escort Poker Run
Tillamook SC Steer Auction
Saturday - Sunday, August 21-22
Marys Peak Trek - Philomath
Thursday, August 26
Unit Head Meeting - 6:00 PM
Friday, August 27
Al Kader Golf Tournament
Saturday, August 28
Parade - Aumsville
Sunday, August 29
Shrine Picnic - Oaks Park
September 2010
Friday-Saturday, September 10-11
Burns Weekend
Saturday, September 11
Pendleton Roundup and Parade
Parade - Sublimity
Tuesday-Wednesday, September 14-15
Canby Circus - 4:15 & 7:30 PM
Friday, September 17
The Dalles Circus - 4:15 & 7:30 PM
Saturday - Sunday, September 18-19
Redmond Circus
Monday, September 20
Stated Meeting - 5:30 PM
Thursday, September 23
Thursday-Sunday, September 23-26
WASOB - Wilsonville
Holiday Inn and Conference Center
Pass the word to
your Blue Lodge Brothers!
It’s fun and rewarding
to be a Shriner!
October 2010
Saturday, October 2
Potentate’s Ball
Saturday, October 16
Wild Game Dinner
Saturday, October 23
Eastern and Central
Oregon Food Caravan
Sunday, October 24
East-West Football
Committee Meetibg
Thursday, October 28

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