ALI GHAN SHRINERS
RED FEZ
March 2017
Join us at our Memorial Service on
Sunday, March 5, 2017 at 2:30pm in the
Ballroom to honor our fallen Nobles:
FROM THE POTENTATE’S DESK
Spring is fast approaching and with it will come new growth and warmer days.
The active participation of Ali Ghan Shriners will also generate new growth
and brighter days for our Temple.
The Ace of Clubs drawings have continued on Wednesdays, and soon someone
will pull that special card. The birthday dinner and Temple meeting were
well-attended. The family and patient, Ethan Yamashita, spoke at dinner.
Thank you to Jack Haines for facilitating their visit. The Temple meeting was
informative for those Shriners in attendance.
Noble Donald “Boo” Shaffer, P.P.
Hyndman, PA
Noble Jack W. Whittington
Cumberland, MD
Noble Richard Budd
Dallas, GA
Noble Robert “Lou” Hite
Hyndman, PA
Noble Francis “Butch” Elliott
Frostburg, MD
Noble Kenneth Growden
Hagerstown, MD
Noble Robert B. Young, Sr.
Cumberland, MD
Noble William D. Kaylor
Cumberland, MD
Noble Harlis H. Davis
Hagerstown, MD
Noble Charles S. Kaizer
Mount Airy, MD
Noble Elvin H. Blumberg
Hagerstown, MD
Noble Robert L. Alkire
Lonaconing, MD
Noble Owen “Nonie” Williams
Cumberland, MD
The allotment for rooms has been sold out for the Alaska cruise in June,
however Boscov’s Travel is now accepting new reservations until March 10th.
The fall trip to Gatlinburg is filling up. The deadline for reservations and
deposits is April 28th. Information is available at the Ali Ghan Recorder’s
office.
Noble Earl E. Miller
Clearville, PA
Your continued support of Ali Ghan is greatly appreciated.
Noble Robert D. Warnick
Cumberland, MD
Yours in faith,
Noble William D. Newkirk
Williamsport, MD
Noble Walter C. Keifer, Jr.
Hagerstown, MD
Noble Harry G. Kesecker
Rawlings, MD
Noble Walter C. Growden
Cumberland, MD
Noble Doran Walker
Berlin, PA
The generosity of a few Ali Ghan Shriners is becoming apparent. Some
Benefactor contributions have started coming in. Continued support of this
program will enable us to specifically pay off old debt and replace a long
overdue roof.
Several members of the Divan attended the Classic Car Club and Screening
Clinic for Children that was held at the Valley Mall in Hagerstown. Thank you
to the members of Sayara Unit who supported this activity. Several members
of the Divan also attended the Frontier Shrine meeting and installed their
officers for 2017. The Winter Rendezvous was held on February 25, attendees
had the opportunity to visit and shop at over 20 vendor displays.
E. William DuVall II
Potentate 2017
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March 4 — Regional Meeting in Ballroom
March 5 — Memorial Service in Ballroom
March 31 — Nat. Kidney Found. Fundraiser in Ballroom
April 2 — Daughters of the Nile Installation in Ballroom
Great food provided by Noble Catering
offering a variety of menu choices!
Every Wednesday night
In the dining room
April 16 — Children’s Easter Egg Hunt
April 20 — Dinner Theatre in Ballroom
April 22 — Potentate’s Ball in Ballroom
May 5 — Cinco de Mayo Celebration in Sultan Bar
May 26 — Birthday Dinner/Temple Meeting
4:00pm-9:00pm
Drawing is at 8:00pm
Bring your family and friends out to Ali Ghan for fun
festivities and a delicious meal!!!
We welcome members and guests!
RED FEZ SUBSCRIPTION ONLY
$ 20.00
RED FEZ BOOSTER ONLY
$ 20.00
RED FEZ SUBSCRIPTION AND BOOSTER
$ 40.00
Proceeds from this activity are not for the benefit of Shriners Hospitals for Children and
are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for Federal Income tax purposes.
Name:
________________________________________
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Mail to:
Ali Ghan Shriners
P.O. Box 1416
Cumberland, MD 21501
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Sunday, April 16th
2:00 pm
Ali Ghan Picnic Grounds
Further details to follow in
the April Red Fez
Thursday, April 20, 2017
Ali Ghan Shrine Ballroom
6:00 PM
Buffet Dinner
Featuring
Fresh Salad Greens
Chicken Marsala & Lasagna
Roasted Red Potatoes & Glazed Carrots
Dessert—Coffee & Tea
7:00 PM
Show
Tickets: $25.00
Please call the Temple office at (301) 722-5970
to make your reservation by April 14, 2017.
Proceeds from this event benefit the
Ali Ghan Transportation Fund
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Proceeds from this activity are not for the benefit of Shriners Hospitals for Children and
are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for Federal Income tax purposes.
Call 1.800.782.5605 or 610.779.8640 or email [email protected]
Invitation to re temple no. 118, D.O.N.
Open installation of officers
Date: Sunday, April 2, 2017
Time: 2:00 p.m.
Place: Ali Ghan Shrine Club
13100 Ali Ghan Road, N.E.
Cumberland, MD 21502
Reception to follow the installation
Nobles and Guests are welcome to
attend the Installation and Reception.
Reservations for the Reception are due by March 26, 2017 to:
Past Queen Marilyn B. Adam
Phone: (301) 722-2492
E-mail: [email protected]
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Pigeon Forge/Gatlinburg, TN Trip
Monday, October 2-Thursday, October 5, 2017
Package Includes:
Transportation
Lodging (3 nights “Country Cascades”)
Meals
Shows:
 Dolly Parton’s “Dixie Stampede”
 Comedy Barn, Motown Show
 Hatfield & McCoy’s
 Smoky Mountain Opry
Attractions:
 Titanic Museum
 Old Smoky Moonshine Distillery—Tour/Tasting
 Guided Tour of the Great Smoky Mountain
 Step-On-Guide Service
 Bush’s Baked Bean Museum Tour & General Store
Baggage Handling
Gratuity on Included Meals
Price Per Person:
Single: $760.00
Double: $620.00
Triple: $570.00
Quad: $520.00
****1/2 per person amount required when making reservations****
Contact Tammy or Roger Mullenax at
(301) 724-5289 to make your reservations!
First come, first serve basis
**AS OF 02/21/2017 THERE ARE 25 SEATS LEFT!**
Reservations and deposits due no later than Friday, April 28th, 2017
Proceeds from this activity are not for the benefit of Shriners Hospitals for Children and
are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for Federal Income tax purposes.
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Proceeds from this activity are not for the benefit of Shriners Hospitals for Children and
are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for Federal Income tax purposes.
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Nobles,
A meeting of the Past Masters Unit was held on February 12, 2017 at
the Ali Ghan Shrine Club with 11 and 11 ladies present.
Present Past Master David L. Hall welcomed the Past Masters and their
ladies with a “Valentine’s Day Every Day” greeting and then called the
meeting to order at 1:05 p.m. The Pledge of allegiance was given and an
invocation by Past Master Gary Durr.
Unit Representative Past Master Roger Mullenax reported on the progress of the pavilion and picnic grounds. Onion sale now going on, see
him for order forms.
Under unfinished business it was reported that there are four seats left
for the Past Master Unit’s sponsored bus trip to greyhound races & casino in Wheeling, WV on April 15th and plans are under way for the
Cinco De Mayo event on Friday, May 5th.
For new business Past Master Jim Ward shared the idea of the Unit
laying wreaths for holidays on the veteran’s graves at the Rocky Gap
Veteran’s Cemetery. It would involve paying for the wreaths and then
laying on the graves at the cemetery. PM Bruce Whitaker will look into
a contact for the cemetery and how many veterans graves are there. PM
Jim Ward will find out the cost for the wreaths.
Under the “Good of the Club”, President Past Master David Hall introduced Past Masters Bob Dawson (Potomac Lodge No. 100) and Bruce
Whitaker (Queen City Lodge No. 131) and their ladies. He stated the
Unit was glad to have them here today.
Potentate William DuVall thanked the Unit for helping at his installation and spoke about upcoming Shrine events.
As Spring and warmer months approach, the mowing season
for our lawn at Ali Ghan will arrive. The need for volunteer
manpower will also be a necessity, as will covering expenses
for gas, oil, repairs, etc. If you can volunteer, please contact
me or the Shrine office at (301) 722-5970.
We are also in need of a storage shed for our mowing and
trimming equipment. If you can help, please contact me.
Thank you,
Noble Tom Paxton
Vidalia Onion Sale
10 pound bag for $10.00
Orders taken through May 1, 2017
Order in Recorder’s office or contact any Unit
Arrival Date approx: May 13
Delivered Fresh!
Lady Nancy Hite and Lady Norma Shaffer thanked the Past Mater’s
Unit for the ladies brunch this afternoon.
In closing the President thanked his wife for the ladies table favors and
table decorations and Lady Pat Graham for the door prizes and assistance in notifying members for the February meeting.
He then announced our next meeting would be held on Sunday, March
12, 2017 at noon for those who wish to eat brunch at the Club and the
meeting will being at 1:00 p.m.
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Proceeds from this activity are not for the benefit of Shriners Hospitals
for Children and are not tax deductible as charitable
contributions for Federal Income tax purposes.
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At Re Temple No. 118’s February stated session and
ceremonial the Degrees of the Order were conferred upon
Joyce Minnich and Karen Winebrenner.
The current fundraising event is our Origami Owl
opportunity for the month of March. Prizes will be daily at
a minimum value of $25.00 and the daily winner is based
on the Maryland Pick 3 Evening Lotto. There are 250opportunity tickets at a cost of $10.00 each with 4 numbers
on each tick. Contact Pr. Latricia Ryan for tickets and more
information at (301) 697-5247 or [email protected].
The next stated session will be held on March 16, at which
time there will be election of the 2017 officers, the Queen’s
annual report and year-end reports. The drawing for the
“Coach bag and wristlet” will be drawn after this stated
session. Members are reminded to turn in their
opportunity tickets and monies for the Coach bag by the
March stated session.
Dues for 2017 should be paid by March 31st. Make checks
payable to “Re Temple No. 118” for $28.00 and sent to Pr.
Recorder Judith Hall, P.Q., 8 Richard Way, LaVale, MD
21502-7524.
Judith A. Hall, P.Q.
Friday, April 7, 2017
at 7:00PM
Ali Ghan Shrine Ballroom
Come enjoy an evening
creating an original painting!
An artist will provide instruction and all
needed art supplies will be included in the
cost of $35.00 per person.
Participation is limited, so please call
(301) 722-5970 to reserve your space
Reservations and payment are due by April 3, 2017
Pr. Recorder
Proceeds from this activity are not for the benefit of Shriners Hospitals for Children and
are not tax deductible as charitable contributions for Federal Income tax purposes.
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Illustrious Potentate Bill DuVall and Lady Darcy
and Princess Royal Trish Ryan—Daughters of the Nile and
Noble Ray Ryan cordially invite you to a:
Reception and Dance
Saturday, April 22, 2017
6:00PM Appetizers and Cocktail Hour with Open Bar
(at 7:00pm cash bar available the rest of the evening)
7:00PM Dinner
Choice of Entrée: Chicken Chesapeake or Sirloin Steak
8:00PM-12:00AM Dance
Cost: $85.00 per couple ($45.00 single)
In the spirit of Earth Day, “recycling and reusing”
evening wear is suggested.
Gentlemen — Tuxedo or Suit & Tie
Ladies — Cocktail dress or Gown
Please RSVP with payment by April 17 to (301) 722-5970
Out-of-town guests may call SLEEP INN (next door to
Ali Ghan) at (301) 759-0270 for overnight
accommodations at a rate of $74.00 a night.
To all Railroad Unit Nobles and Ladies,
Another month in the books for 2017 and spring cleanup is
fast approaching which means that we will need to pitch in
and prepare the unit for the upcoming train season which will
begin with the picnic ground rentals and then starting next
month our spaghetti dinners will start with the first one on
April 3rd. We would like to thank everyone who attends our
dinners for the continued support and hope to see you on
April 3rd.
So I hope all Railroad Unit members can help get our unit
ready for the upcoming Railroad Unit season. We will try to
set a date for a work party at our March 2nd meeting.
I just received notice that our first parade will be in Sharpsburg on May 27th and also just received notice of the 2017
Vidalia onion sale. Orders will be taken through May 1st,
2017. Arrival date of the onions will be approximately May
13th. Order forms are available in the Temple office. For further information contact the Temple office Monday thru Friday from 8:30am to 3pm.
We at the Railroad Unit take this opportunity to wish the 2017
Divan success throughout the year and offer the help of the
Railroad Unit.
Thanks again,
Wayne D. Robertson Sr.
Proceeds from this activity are not for the benefit of Shriners Hospitals
for Children and are not tax deductible as charitable
contributions for Federal Income tax purposes.
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President, Ali Ghan Shrine Railroad Unit
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RED FEZ BOOSTERS
March 2017
Richard & Janet Pyles
Fred M. Novak
Eileen Poland in memory
of Charles B. Poland
Art Isom in memory of
James Kreiling
James G. Jones
Glen J. Michael
James A. Poland
Everett A. Spiker
Ronald Brubaker
Leona Smelser
LeRoy Dziuk
Keith Thomas in memory
of Robert R. Golden
D. Craig Radcliffe
Joseph W. Kyle
Betty Thomas in memory
of Charles E. Thomas
April 2017
Phil & Lois Handley
In memory of Charles F.
Schelble
May 2017
Joan Evans in memory of
Donald F. Evans
Joan Evans in memory of
Raymond and Anne MacDonald
June 2017
Ronnie & Helen
Middleton in memory of
Betty & Ted Beckman
Don and Geneva True
August 2017
Norma Bosley in memory
of Harry S. Bosley
Alda Wade in memory of
Sheriff Donald Wade
October 2017
Jack Lawson
Bill & Virginia
McKenzie
Rosie Skidmore in
memory of Randy
Skidmore
November 2017
The Mason Family in
memory of Donald Mason
Shirley Brinkman in
memory of Les Brinkman
Gene Mason in memory
of Grace Mason
January 2018
Irene Brant in memory of
Harold, Pete, Brant
Neil Yommer
Barbara Rice in memory
of Ronald L. Rice, P.P.
February 2018
Ronnie and Helen
Middleton in memory of
Susie and Bus Mowen
Norma Shaffer in memory
of Donald, Boo, Shaffer
P.P.
March 2018
Jane Heavner in memory
of Roger Heavner
Emajane Marks in
memory of Lewis Marks
Ralph and Erma BuserJanet Stutzman in
memory of Marlin “Bud”
Stutzman
April 2018
Bob & Marion Alkire
Nancy Hite in memory of
Lou Hite
Donald Shives Jr
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May 2018
Shirley McGregor in
memory of
George McGregor Sr.
John H. Clark
March 2019
Wilma Thompson in
memory of Vince Thompson
G. Clifton Loar in memory of
Louise Loar
May 2019
Margaret Seaber in memory
of Francis R. Himmelwright
September 2019
Bill and Darcy DuVall
January 2020
Irene Brant In memory of
Harold “Pete” Brant
May 2020
Lollie Fridinger in memory of
Jack Fridinger
September 2020
In memory of Mary Jane
Kershner
March 2021
Pam Shirk in memory of
Allen Shirk P.P.
November 2023
Walt & Irene
Growden in memory of
Sgt. Vernon Growden
October 2027
Roy Pepper
Winner
Date
No.
Amt.
Russell Stott
1/01
#585
-150.00
Roy Garlitz, Jr.
1/02
#974
-25.00
Pam MacDonald
1/03
#257
-25.00
Cot Harris
1/04
#405
-25.00
Skip Harclerode
1/06
#119
-25.00
Amy Wilson
1/07
#757
-25.00
Jeff Davis
1/08
#582
-25.00
Butch Robertson
1/09
#080
-25.00
Russell Stott
1/10
#585
-25.00
Tim Delosky
1/11
#115
-25.00
Bob Fike
1/12
#271
-25.00
Jenna Gorgol
1/13
#822
-25.00
Cora Fazenbaker
1/14
#962
-50.00
Bruce Opel
1/16
#493
-25.00
Juliek Smith
1/17
#808
-25.00
Robert Grabenstein
1/18
#154
-25.00
Ronald Shambaugh
1/19
#498
-25.00
Vickie Sanders
1/21
#672
-25.00
Nate Ranuer
1/22
#627
-25.00
James Lemmert
1/23
#726
-25.00
John Staky
1/24
#326
-25.00
Marlin Lawson
1/25
#049
-25.00
Ronald Shambaugh
1/26
#498
-25.00
Ray McKee
1/27
#550
-25.00
Justin Schelllhaus
1/28
#884
-50.00
Stephanie Wageley
1/29
#969
-25.00
J.R. Guthrie
1/30
#223
-25.00
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Shriners on the move….
Wednesday, Friday and Saturday
Members of the Divan attended the Children’s Clinic hosted by
the Car Club in Hagerstown on Sunday, February 5th.
Left to right: Mark Puffinburger, George Witherington, Jr.,
Larry Gerber, Jason Nicol, Bill DuVall, Mike Kerns, Stephen
Kemmet, Pat Hogbin, Roger Douglas and Major Warren.
Wednesday:
Specialty Smoked Meats
Thursday: closed until further notice
Seafood Buffet
Saturday: Home Style Buffet
Sunday: Brunch Buffet 10:00a-3:00p
Friday:
Call (301) 268-4999 or (301) 722-5970 for further details!
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Black Velvet Band playing on the Ali Ghan stage for the ‘Winter
Whiplash Band Bash’ held on Saturday, February 18, 2017.
Proceeds benefited the Shriner’s Hospitals for Children.
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PERMIT NO. 932
CUMBERLAND, MD
PAID
US POSTAGE
NON PROFIT ORG.
Vendors setting up for our Winter
Rendezvous Vendor Show and Membership
Drive. Held on Saturday, February 25 in the
Ballroom.
301-722-5970
Cumberland, MD 21501
P.O. Box 1416
Ali Ghan Shriners
Members of our Divan attended the Installation of
officers at the Frontier Shrine in Frederick,
Maryland to Install the officers of their 2017 Divan.
Held on Wednesday, February 22, 2017.
PLEASE SEND ALL NEWSLETTERS TO
[email protected]
Approx. 20 local small businesses attended!
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