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John LoutzenhiserOsman Shrine Officers2012DivanJanuary 2013 Volume 128 • Number 1Donald Harmsen (Terrie)Potentatedtharmsenfrontiernet.netRalphBergRoger Berge (Jennifer)Chief Rabbanrberge2@yahoo.comDirectors Staff, Winona Area Shrine Club, Crown JewelJeffrey Olsen (Julie)Assistant Rabbanjjolsen12@gmail.comOsman Cycles, Pipe Band, St. Paul ZagalasBruce Thomas (Terri)High Priest & Prophetpartsxpress@charter.netDrum & Bugle, East Central Shrine Club, Friendly Valley Shrine Club,Mighty MitesRich Purcell (Sharon)Oriental Guidepurcellrs@aol.comBlooming Prairie Shrine Club, CannonValley Shrine Club, Clubs & Units, ProvostRussell Christofk (Pauline)Treasurerrchristofk@comcast.netTom West (Rose)Recordertwest212@hotmail.comMike Nehm (Sandy)1st Ceremonial Mastersmnehm@comcast.netAustin Oriental Band, Austin AreaShrine Club, Clowns, PatrolAnders Haugen (Adriana)2nd Ceremonial Masterajhaugen@gmail.comSt. Cloud Go-Karts, St. Cloud Shrine Club,St. Cloud Zagalas, Legion of HonorLarry Norte (Audrey)Marshalmn442man@yahoo.comChanters, Hi-Hats, Mankato Shrine Club,Mankato T-Birds, SheiksSean Gardiner (Tracy)Captain of the Guardsean.gardiner@stigardiner.netAlexandria Shrine Club, Alexandria Calliope/Four Wheelers,Nomads Club, Cigar ClubMark Galloway (Lori)Outer Guardmarkgalloway65@yahoo.comAlbert Lea Shrine Club and Cars, Rochester Cycles, Rochester Dragons,Merry Medics, Rochester Shrine Club, Rochester ZagalasArtPavlishRichJohnsonDeanBrownLady Pauline andRuss ChristofkDonNelson

Pote’s NotesWe sure are lucky to be ShrinersFirst, I want to express my heartfeltthank you for electing me as yourPotentate for 2013. This is not aresponsibility I take lightly. I will workevery day to keep Osman as one of thebest Shrine Temples in all of ShrinersInternational.I’ll be honest with you and let youknow I am a little afraid about how I willdo. But I think a little fear is good. I hopeit keeps me on my toes. I’ve got some bigshoes to fill, with FrankSpeavak becoming thenewest member of the PastPotentate’s Club. Osman hasreally benefitted from hisleadership and I know noone has benefitted morethan me. If I had a nickelevery time I would ask him“Hey Frank! Now what do Ineed to do?” I’d have a lot ofnickels. I’m glad he and Joanhave become such goodfriends with Terrie and me.I’m sure I will still be saying,“Hey Frank, now what?”The theme for 2013 isWe sure are lucky to beShriners. I really mean that. Whenever Igo out to an event that is non-Shrine ornon-Masonic related, all I think about ishow much more fun we have at ourevents. I always tell the uninformed thatnobody has more fun than Shriners. Terrieand I have planned and are still planningwhat we hope will be funevents.That leads up to my nextitem. This year I am going tomake every effort to helpOsman improve in gettingmembers — not only getting newmembers but retaining current members.Recently Mike Nehm and I attended themembership seminar in Tampa. It was mysecond time and Mike’s first. After theWe won’t soon forget the incredible Dancing Divan, whoentertained at the Rochester Christmas Party, and can be seen athttp://www.jibjab.com/view/jVH_0XfPSVGuOUMZ8OXYCg?utm_campaign=URL+Copy&utm_medium=Share&utm_source=JibJab&cmpid=jj_urlseminar Mike and I came home and wewere all excited and we feel like we got alot of great information and could hardlywait to get going. We are going to startputting together agreat membershipteam. Currently themembership team is theappointed Divan with the 1stCeremonial Master as theChairman. While this hasworked in the past, a point thatwas made in Tampa is that themembership chair should not be amember of the Divan.I hope you all saw my “want ad” in thelast Osman paper. I know it sounded alittle like a joke but I can assure you thatmembership is no joking matter.While in Tampa, we learned thatfor the first time since the early1900s Shriners International willdrop below 300,000 members.That is unacceptable. The boardof directors informed us that ifwe want to keep this greatorganization and our wonderfulphilanthropy alive it will be up tous. So I will continue to put thewant ad in our newsletter until Iget someone to take membershipand really give it their all. As thead stated, no experience needed.We will do everything possible tomake the job and the chairman asuccess. As I said earlier, failure isnot an option.Again thank you for your support andjust remember, we sure are lucky to beShriners.Es Selamu AleikumDon Harmsen, Potentate 2013In This Issue . . .Oh, Those Christmas Ties! - 2New Outer Guard- 4Potentate’s Reception - 4C&U Seminar - 5Winter Carnival Parade - 5Big Tent Event pics - 6 & 32From the Ticket Booth - 7Hospital Report - 8Stated Meeting Minutes - 8Parade to Glory - 10Club & Unit Reports - 12Me Pitcher Taker - 25January Birthdays - 25Osman Womens Auxiliary - 26Patient Referral Process - 27Daughters of the Nile - 28Paper Supporters -29Calendar -30Kids Christmas Party pics - 31Official Monthly Publication of Osman A.A.O.N.M.S.2750 Sibley Memorial Highway, St. Paul, MN 55121(651) 452-5660 • Fax (651) 683-0231osmanshrine.org• E-mail: doreen@OsmanShrine.orgAll communications regarding editorial content or advertisingshould be addressed to the Editor at the address above.Published in the interest of Osman Shrine.Osman Shrine Office StaffDoreen LynchOffice ManagerEllen MaineAssistant Office ManagerDoreen@OsmanShrine.org Ellen@OsmanShrine.orgJ a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 3

Welcome Outer GuardMy Grandfather was a member of St.Paul, Montgomery Lodge #258, I canremember him talking about the Mason’sorganization in 1972. I was too young to bea member, but the seed was planted. After Icompleted my tour of seven years with theUnited States Air Force, Air NationalGuard, and completing my college degree,it was time to settle down. Now my planwas to start a family before I was too old. Inthe mid to late 90’s I revisited the invitationto become a Mason and took my degreesfrom Hazel Park Lodge # 312.Unfortunately my grandfather was not aliveto see me take my degrees.To gain more light in masonry, I becamea member of the Saint Paul Scottish Riteand participated in the Rose Croix. Thetwo people who were my mentors andhelped me learn the craft were RussellMeister and George Carlson. My ambitionSunday,January 131 – 3 pmat the Osman Event Center.was now to become a member of OsmanShrine Temple. When I joined the Shrine, Ihad to go through the ceremonial the oldway. I was picked as a primary person forthe hot sands, thanks to my sponsor TedVeilleux. Because of the brain damagecaused by the hot sands, I decided tobecome a member of the Osman ShrineClowns and quickly learned how to make afool of myself without anyone knowingwho I am.I became the Treasurer of the board oftrustees for Hazel Park Lodge # 312 andthen became the Master of the lodge in2000. The year after I was Master of HazelPark Lodge # 312, I was elected to be thePresident of the Osman Shrine Clowns. Iparticipated in both the Blue Lodge and theShrine when I had some spare time.As a clown, I participated in more than100 parades. I participated in the OsmanYou and your Lady are invited to join Donald Harmsen and his ladyTerrie, as he celebrates the beginning of his year as Potentate ofOsman Shrine.Nobles wear your Fez. Club or Unit uniform or suit & tie is theappropriate attire.Shrine Circus,Alexandria ShrineCircus, and themonthly ShrineHospital parties asa clown. AfterGeorge Dixonmoved to Arizona Mark GallowayI organized someof the shrine clown hospital parties. Myclowning activities also expanded to severallocal communities; by teaching clowning atthe National Girl Scout jamborees, at localclown alleys, clowning at communityfestivals, county fairs, and church rally days.I participated in the mid-west conventionsand won a few clown competitions.The Shrine hospital is very important tome. I promoted the Shrine Hospital at theChisago County Fair and organized ahospital screening clinic in Rush City. Theclinic had 2 children apply for services andboth were accepted to the Shrine Hospital.Due to Brian Beerman‘s commitment tomove up in the Grand Lodge line to be theGrand Master of Minnesota, he could notcontinue to be the Osman Shrine Circusnovelty chairman anymore. John Davenportasked me if I would be interestedin taking that position for thecircus. I accepted the invitationto be the novelty chairman and all ofthe challenges that it brought. Runningthe novelties was not an easy task at first,but with a lot of work, it became lessstressful and simpler to run.I was asked by Don Harmsen to take theposition of President of the Clubs & Unitsand accepted the challenge. With the helpof Marvin Felderman Jr. and Jim Gratias,we were successful in updating the clubsand units by-laws.I am presently working for the City ofSaint Paul – Finance & Management / RealEstate and have worked there for the past25 years as a certified facility manager. Ispend most of my time at homemaintaining a hobby farm in Rush City.I was honored to be asked by DonHarmsen to be member of the Divan. Bothmy lovely Lady Lori and I will work hardand do the best we can to make the OsmanShrine Temple strong and successful foryears to come.P a g e 4 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Club & Units Officers SeminarSaturday,February 2nd,20139 am – 2 pm+Shriners Hospital forChildren • 2025 East RiverRoad, MinneapolisRolls and coffee will be servedat 8:30 and the Seminar willstart promptly at 9:00.Door Prizes will be given outthroughout the day.We are requesting you send someoneto this important event. This is one ofthe most important events of the yearfor Club and Unit officers. Whether you are a newofficer or have held an office for years, you will notwant to miss the information covered in this year’sseminar. Members of your Divan as well as other keyOsman personnel will be there to assist you with yourquestions and concerns.Agenda8:30–9:00 — Check-In9:00– 9:10 — Pledge/Prayer/Opening Remarks - DaveTabor & Rich Purcell9:10– 9:35 — HospitalInformation and Patients -9:35 –9:45 — How to ProposePatients & Hospital Clinics -PP Roger Robinson9:45–9:55 — Ladies Auxiliary -Rose West9:55–10:05 — Daughters of theNile - Judy Moon, Queen orPQ Jane Larson10:05–10:15 — Coffee Break10:15–10:30 — Membership -Mike Nehm & AppointedDivan Members10:30–10:40 — Ceremonials -John Davenport & PP HankPaulson10:35–10:55 — 2013 OsmanCircus - Roger Berge & JohnDavenport10:55–11:05 — Midwest &Imperial Sessions - Chief ofStaff, Mark Sandstrom11:05–11:15 — Discussion:Temple Parades & Events -Mark Sandstrom11:15–11:25 — Etiquette - BruceThomas11:25–11:35 — Newspaper -Mike Nehm, Anders Haugen,Nancy Fish11:35–11:45 — InsuranceInformation: Club & UnitResponsibility - Jeff Olson &Brett Bolter, Ins. Agent11:45–11:55 — Club & UnitAnnual Reports - Tom West& Dan Flicek11:55–12:00 — Club & UnitRepresentatives - RichPurcell12:00–12:10 — Mail ChimpCommunications - SeanGardiner12:10–12:30 — State of OsmanTemple - Potentate DonHarmsenLunch to follow seminarconclusion. Tours of Hospitalavailable for those interestedSt. Paul Winter CarnivalGrande Day ParadeSaturday, January 26 • Kick off 2:00 pmThe Oasis will be at Scottish Rite Temple on Plato starting at10:00 AM. Parking will be no problem and the Directors Staffwill shuttle the Nobles to the start of the Parade.J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 5

Osman welcomed 13 new Nobles at the Big Tent Event December 8. Left to right, (with first linesigners in parentheses): Glenn Kiecker (Douglas Campbell); Robert Brown (Sean Gardiner); ShawnCarrick (Sean Gardiner); Adam Price (Jerry Pineau); Edward Endres (Robert Misner); PotentateFrank Spevak; Russell Lane (Sean Gardiner); Steven Johnson, Junior Grand Steward, GrandLodge (Brian Beermann); Dale Clark (Art Pavlish); Eric Jokinen (Tom West); Richard Allee (RogerBerge); Daniel Nash (Charles Brust); David Tompsett (Gary Winter); David Singewald (ScottOsterberg)Doug Brick, Dale Clark and Art PavlishDean Brown with Lady Patty, Paul Kuehlwith Lady Sharla.Richard Allee and Daniel Nash withRoger Berge.Glenn Kiecker carving some dinner.P a g e 6 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

New Year, New LeadershipCary H. Mielke, M.D., has been appointed as theInterim Chief of Staff at Shriners Hospitals for Children— Twin Cities. He joined the Twin Cities team in 2004 asAssistant Chief of Staff after completing his orthopaedicsurgery residency at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN and afellowship in pediatricorthopaedic surgery atShriners Hospitals forChildren — Salt LakeCity and the University ofUtah.Dr. Mielke initially planned to become a spine surgeonuntil he realized how passionate he was about treatingpediatric deformities. Over time, Dr. Mielke’s area ofgreatest expertise is in the management of patients withcerebral palsy and other neuromuscular conditions. Hegets a great deal of satisfaction in seeing a patient’s walkingimprove after multiple, simultaneous lower extremityprocedures. He also enjoys performing both foot and hipdysplasia surgery.A note from Dr. Guidera: It’s hard to realize that todayis my last official day at SHC-TC. I have certainly enjoyedour time together and appreciate how much each of youdo for our patients and hospital. This is a wonderful andcaring team; keep up the good work and team effort! It’sthe people who make the difference and I believe we haveone of the greatest care teams available. I have been proudto work with you and now, in my new position, I willcontinue to watch over our hospital. I will continue toassist with physician recruitment, the permanent Chief ofStaff selection, a few clinics and surgeries and outreachclinics. I ask each of you to continue to work together anddo whatever you can to increase patient volume; it’s up toeveryone to address this issue.I believe I leave the hospital in better shape than in2004, and most of that is due to your efforts. Keep up thegood work, and have a Happy and Blessed holiday season.Thanks, KenA note from Dr. Mielke: I am having a hard timefinding the proper words of appreciation for all that Dr.Guidera has done for our hospital and staff over the lasteight years. He came here amidst a sea of uncertainty, andhe has “righted the ship” and put us on the right track forthe future. I will always appreciate what he has done. Iknow the Twin Cities hospital will always be near and dearto his heart. As Dr. Guidera said, we need to work togetherto expand our ability to take care of the children we serve.We all wish you well on your new journey as the ChiefMedical Officer.Thanks for everything, CaryCongratulations to Dr. Guidera and Dr. Mielke.Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication toShriners Hospitals for Children — Twin Cities.Stated Meeting -December 4, 2012Open Meeting preceded Stated Meetingn Open Meeting called to order:Illustrious Sir Frank Spevak III called the meeting to order at6:35 PM. Pledge recited, invocation given by Chaplin GeorgeCarlson.n Introduction of Past Potentates:PP Fay Hassie, PP Peter Ekholm, PP Richard Thompson, PPJohn Perkins, PP Jim Berg, PP Roger Robinson, PP JerryPlachecki, PP Rahn Lund, PP Mike Awada.n Hospital Report PP Dick Thompson reported that Dr.Guidera will be moving to Tampa, FL. The Hospital Board hasinterviewed two current Shriners Hospital physicians, one fromToronto and one from Lexington. They are currently in theirresidencies at those Shriners Hospitals.There are now 8 accredited physicians from the Mayo HospitalSystem on staff at Shriners Hospital for Children – Twin Cities.This is a great addition for our Hospital.Dr. Ludke and Dr. Crandle are expanding their time at theHospital to help fill the vacancycreated by Dr. Guidera’s departure.As always, we still need morepatients at our Hospital. PP Dickexplained that there is no longer anapplication at the Hospital. Parentscan call directly to the Hospital andmake an appointment. There is nopaperwork necessary prior tomaking an appointment at theHospital. We will continue to trackShriners who are sponsoringchildren for admission to ourHospital.Dr. Guidera called PotentateFrank Spevak and asked him toPP Jim Berg with Davidextend his thank you to all theTabor, C&U PresidentNobles at Osman for their supportduring his 10 years at Shriners Hospital for Children – Twin Cities.n Circus Report: Roger Berge and John DavenportJohn stated that the Circus Office has created a special circuspostercommemorating our90th Osman ShrineCircus Anniversary.Osman Shrine Circusis the longestcontinuously runningShrine Circus in theUS. John haspennants, color booksand tickets available.He reminded all theHP&P Jeff Olsen with Captain of the GuardLarry Norte.P a g e 8 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Fifty year pins were awarded to Ron Olsenand Warren Nelson.Elmer Schultz and PP Fay Hassie receivedtheir 60-year pins and certificates.Nobles that all advertising and pennantsthat Shriners sell will net 20% back to theindividual or the Shiner’s Unit.n Black Camel Report given by RogerBergeTheodore Berven, Ray Wheeler, LylePotentate Frank Spevak presented theTemple Jewel Award to Rich Johnson.Jones, Allan Goldberg, Warren Iversen,Donald McLuckie, Samuel Bates, RoyWatson, George Kosin, Donald Lemke,Glenn Johnson, Donald Dexter, P.P. JohnBrockman, Ralph Wiehr, Morton Geller,Daniel Peloquin, John Whittles.A stirring video produced by AmeliaGolde, commemorating PP JohnBrockman, was shown. Amelia is thedaughter of Brion Golde, a member of theAlexandria Shrine Club.n Good Cheer Report: Marshal AndersHaugen gave the good cheer report.These Nobles are now or have recentlybeen ill: Matt Overmoen, George Kosin,Mike Yankovec, Chris Christensen, JerryWrubel, Mark Hughes, HowardSwanlund, Travis Roether, P.P. JerryPlachecki, Don Leslie, P.P. Frank Peterson,Eddie Smith and Dick Tiede.n Pote’s Notes: Illustrious Sir Frankreminded everyone about the ThirdDegree and Joint Ceremonial performedby Osman, Zuhrah, and Aad to be heldon Saturday, Dec. 8. The Degree workand the Ceremonial will be held at theScottish Rite Temple in Minneapolis.There will be a bus shuttling peoplethroughout the day back and forthbetween the Osman Shrine Center andthe Scottish Rite Building starting at 7:15AM. Parking is very limited at theScottish Rite Temple. Arrangements havebeen made to allow Masons and Shrinersand guests to park their vehicles atDunwoody. There will also be a buspicking people up at Dunwoody. Dinnerthat night will be held at the OsmanEvent Center. Please, make yourreservations tonight with Tom West,Recorder. Walk-ins may not get food.Illustrious Sir Frank stated that it shouldbe a great day for the Fraternity.Illustrious Sir Frank invited everyoneto the Kids Holiday Party on Dec. 9, from1:00-3:00 pm, the New Year’s Brunch onJan.1, from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm.n Recognition: Illustrious Sir Frankpresented 25 year pins to DelbertBauernfiend and John Davenport. Fiftyyear pins were awarded to Warren Nelsonand Ron Olsen. Ron Olsen gave a stirringrendition of My Old Red Fez. Sixty yearpins were awarded to Fay Hassie andElmer Schultz.Illustrious Sir Frank explained theCrown Jewel Award and recognized SeanGardiner as the newest recipient of theCrown Jewel. Illustrious Sir Frank alsorecognized all the other Crown Jewelmembers in attendance. Illustrious SirFrank proceeded to explain the TempleJewel Award. He then awarded theTemple Jewel to Rich Johnson.n Parade to Glory followed (See pages10-11)Open Meeting Closed at 7:30 PMDelbert Bauernfiend and John Davenportreceived 25 year awards from Ill. Sir FrankSpevak.Sean Gardiner received the Crown Jewelfor Membership.Osman Stated MeetingDec. 4, 2012: Stated Meeting opened at7:45 PM. Minutes from Stated Meetingon Sept. 4, 2012, were approved aspublished in the Osman.n Treasurer’s Report: Treasurer RussChristofk gave the Treasurer's report. Amotion was made to accept the report asgiven. The motion passed.Continued on page 10J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 9

n Trustee’s Report: Trustee Jim Gratiasgave the report. Motion made to acceptreport. Motion passed.n Oriental Guide Report: BruceThomas reported the following demits:James Decker, Madison Overmoen Jr.,Alan Tuntland, Hillard Ward, DeanThompson, and Gregory McGee. Brucealso reported on the suspensions.n Chief Rabban Report:Chief Rabban Don Harmsen reportedon the associations: none; affiliations:Dayton Berg; restorations: none; newcreations: Richard Seppala, Ted Johnson,and Kenneth Russ and new candidates:Shawn Carrick, Eric Jokinen, DavidTompsett, Edward Endres, DavidSingewald, Adam Price, Dale Clark,Steven Johnson, Daniel Nash, RichardAllee, Charles Pope, and Michael Kauss.White ballot was held and all wereapproved.n Membership Report: FirstCeremonial Master Rich Purcell thankedthe appointed Divan members for theirhelp with membership this year. Richreminded everyone to talk about theShrine in their Blue Lodges.n Chief of Staff Report:Chief of Staff Gary Winter reportedthat on Dec. 8, there will be a MasonicThird Degree/ Shrine Ceremonial/Dinner. The Third Degree and the ShrineCeremonial will be at the Scottish RiteTemple in Mpls. The dinner will be at theOsman Shrine Center. There will be a busgoing back and forth between the OsmanShrine Center and the Scottish RiteBuilding.The Children’s Holiday Party will beon Dec. 9, from 1:00-3:00 PM at theOsman Event Center. Bring the wholefamily, kids, grandkids and friends to thisevent.Jan. 1 is the New Year’s Brunch from10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the OsmanEvent Center. The brunch is free toNobles with a paid-up 2013 dues card.The cost for the Noble’s Ladies is $10,family and friends $20, kids $8. PleaseRSVP to Doreen by Dec. 21.The Osman Shrine Annual Meetingand election of officers will be on Jan. 8,2013, beginning at 6:30 PM.Rose West and Linda Johnson from the OsmanWomens Auxility accept a check from Steve Davis,Osman Cycle Corps.Reception for the new Potentate willbe at the Osman Event Center on Jan. 13,2013, from 1–4 pm,The Annual One Day to Masonry willbe on Jan. 19 at the Scottish Rite Temple.Plans are underway for the 2013Grande Day Parade on Jan. 26, at 2:00PM. More details will come later.n New and Old Business: DonHarmsen presented his budget for 2013.Budget was voted on and passed.Don also presented his Potentate’s tripthat will be to Las Vegas from October 23– October 28, 2013. Motion made toaccept the trip, motion passed.Treasurer Russ Christofk stated thatexpenditure from the Pilgrimage Fundneeds to be made to fund the 2013 Mid-Winter Session. Russ made the motionthat there shall be appropriated from thePilgrimage Fund the sum of $9,000 or asmuch thereof as is necessary, for theDivan, the Nobility, and the seven electedMidwest Representatives to attend theMidwest Winter Session in Duluth, MN,February 7-9, 2013.n Good of the Order:Illustrious Sir Frank Spevak thankedthe Nobles for their patience tonight andstated that he appreciated that the familiesand Ladies were involved in the openmeeting.llustrious Sir, Frank Spevak III,recessed Osman Shrine at 8:15 PM.Respectfully submitted,Tom West, RecorderTim Gangnon from the Mighty Mites.SHRINERS HOSPITAL –TWIN CITY UNITDirectors Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . $250.00Rochester Zagalas . . . . . . . . . . $900.00St Cloud Go-Karts . . . . . . . . . $850.00Mighty Mites . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500.00Mankato Shrine Club . . . . . . $250.00Mankato T-Birds . . . . . . . . . . $250.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,000.00OSMAN ST. CLOUDWOMEN’S AUXILIARYSt. Cloud Go-Karts . . . . . . . . $525.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $525.00Mike Yankovec from St. Cloud makes apresentationP a g e 1 0 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

There was quite a lineup for the Parade to Glory. Clubs and Units work very hard to earnthese donations, and they are very much apprciated.HOSPITAL CHILDDEVELOPMENT PROGRAMMerry Medics . . . . . . . . . . . . . $300.00Rochester Dragon Patrol . . . . $500.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $800.00HOSPITAL OUTREACHPROGRAMMerry Medics . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200.00Rochester Dragon Patrol . . . . $500.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $700.00OSMAN WOMENS AUXILIARYAlbert Lea Shrine Club . . . . . $1,000.00Alexandria Shrine Club,Calliope & 4-Wheelers . . . . . . $500.00Austin Oriental Band . . . . . . . . $500.00Austin Shrine Club . . . . . . . . . . $500.00Cannon Valley Shrine Club . . . . $500.00Director’s Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00East Central Shrine Club . . . . . $100.00Mankato Shrine Club . . . . . . . . $250.00Mankato T-Birds . . . . . . . . . . . . $250.00Merry Medics . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,000.00Mighty Mites . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500.00Osman Clowns . . . . . . . . . . . . . $300.00Osman Cycle Corps . . . . . . . . $1,350.00Provost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00Rochester Cycle Patrol . . . . . . $1,000.00Rochester Dragon Patrol . . . . $1,900.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $9,850.00OSMAN BUILDING FUNDRochester Dragon Patrol . . . $1,000.00Osman Pipe Band . . . . . . . . $2,500.00Austin Oriental Band . . . . . . . $100.00Austin Shrine Club . . . . . . . . $100.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3,700.00OSMAN SHRINE NEWSPAPER . . .Alexandria Shrine Club,Calliope & 4-Wheelers . . . . $35.00Provost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00Austin Oriental Band . . . . . . . . $25.00Austin Shrine Club . . . . . . . . . $25.00Legion of Honor . . . . . . . . . . . $25.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $210.00DAUGHTERS OF THE NILE . . . . . .East Central Shrine Club . . . . $100.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00Don Danielson presents the Clown checks.100 MILLION DOLLAR CLUB . . . .Rochester Dragon Patrol . . . . $100.00Rochester Zagalas . . . . . . . . . . $100.00Rochester Cycle Patrol . . . . . . $200.00Austin Shrine Club . . . . . . . . $100.00Austin Oriental Band . . . . . . . $100.00Provost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $700.00TRANSPORTATION & AID FUNDDirector’s Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . $250.00Osman Shrine Clowns . . . . . . $300.00Rochester Zagalas . . . . . . . . $5,000.00Merry Medics . . . . . . . . . . . $1,000.00Rochester Dragon Patrol . . . $5,000.00Austin Oriental Band . . . . . . . $500.00Austin Shrine Club . . . . . . . . $250.00Rochester Cycle Patrol . . . . $1,500.00Legion of Honor . . . . . . . . . . $275.00Mighty Mites . . . . . . . . . . . $1,000.00Sheiks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500.00Albert Lea Shrine Club . . . . $1,000.00Mankato Shrine Club . . . . . . $500.00Mankato T-Birds . . . . . . . . . . $500.00Alexandria Shrine Club,Calliope & 4-Wheelers . . $1,000.00Provost . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $700.00Winona Area Shrine Club . . $2,000.00St Cloud Go-Karts . . . . . . . . . $525.00Blooming Prairie Shrine Club $100.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $21,900.00OSMAN FAMILY PICNICSheiks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00TOTAL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $100.00Grand Total . . . . . . . . . . . $41,585.00Larry Norte from the Rochester Zagalas.J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 1 1

Club & UnitThe Chief’s CornerHappy New Year to everyone. With2012 over and 2013 upon us, we lookforward to a busy year. We will start outwith the Annual Meeting on January 8thand the election of officers. ThePotentate’s Reception is on SundayJanuary 13th at the Osman Event Centerfrom 1:00pm to 3:00pm.Directors StaffHappy New Year Nobles,As we close out 2012, we want tothank Illustrious Sir Frank Spevak andLady Joan for their great leadership, andwe welcome our new Potentate, Sir DonHarmsen and his Lady Terrie.Our Holiday party was held atCasper's Sirloin Room and was wellattended. Chief Rabban Don Harmsenswore in our new officers for 2013. Theyare as follows; President, Ron Clarstrom--Vice President, Kent Swedberg--Treasurer,Patrick Gillespie--Secretary, Don Leslie.We had three special guests joining us.They were Bernice Graupe, Peggy Kane,and Ted Veilleux's granddaughter, Kelly.Hope you were able to attend the NewTedVeilleuxand hisgranddaughterKelly.Congratulations to our 2013Potentate, Illustrious Sir DonaldHarmsen. I would personally like to thankIllustrious Sir Frank Spevak for having agreat year and allowing me to be his Chiefof Staff.Again this year there will be the OneDay to Masonry at the Scottish RiteAl and Lady Shirley KauppiDirectors Staff newofficers for 2013 wereinstalled at the Holidayparty. L to r, Ill. Sir FrankSpevak, President RonClarstrom, Chief RabbanDon Harmsen, VicePresident, KentSwedberg, Treasurer,Patrick Gillespie and 2ndCM Mike Nehm.Secretary, Don Leslie(not pictured).Year's Day brunch at the Lost Spur. Itwas a nice way to start the new year. Ourup-coming events include the annualmeeting on January 8th, the Potentate'sReception on January 13th, Dinnermeeting January 15, 6:00 pm at Guldens(ladies always welcome), One Day ofMasonry on January 19th, and the WinterCarnival Parade on January 26th.Remember, the circus is less than 3months away.Keep on rollin' with theDirector's Staff — Kent SwedbergTemple in Minneapolison January 19th.Plans are underwayfor the Winter CarnivalParade to be held onJanuary 26th at 2:00Gary WinterPM. The Oasis will be atScottish Rite Temple on Plato starting at10:00 AM. Parking will be no problemand the Directors Staff will shuttle theNobles to the start of the Parade. TheTorchlight Parade will be on February 2ndstarting at 5:30 PM. This Parade is for theClowns and Directors Staff.Club and Unit Seminar is SaturdayFebruary 2nd at the Shriners Hospitalfrom 9:00am to 2:00pm with lunch andtours to follow after the Seminar. Pleasecome to this important meeting.MSA Winter Session is to be heldFebruary 7th -9th in Duluth.The Summer Parades are beginning tobe scheduled and we will share thisinformation with you as soon as we can,so the units can schedule other parades. Itis important that we turn out as manyShriners as possible for our TempleParades. This is our opportunity to behighly visible in these communities. Thereis an Oasis after each Parade.I would to thank all the Nobles formaking this year a great one. I could havenot done it without your help andcooperation.As always, any question or suggestions,please feel free to let me know.Fraternally yours,Gary Winter, Chief of Staffgwwinter@comcast.netCell 651-278-8060Phone 651-484-1763Chris Christensen and Lady MargeP a g e 1 2 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Legion of HonorWe've had awonderful 2012, and arelooking forward to afabulous 2013. Weended the year with ourannual holiday party/installation of officers asMancini's. We had aRique Beslin great turnout, and eventhough the room was abit on the snug side for all of us, we all hada great time. We learned that Frank wasnot counting down the remaining meetingshe needed to attend, but rather wascounting down the number of dinners heand his lady Joan had left to attend thisyear! We also had a fantastic time at theChildren's Christmas time, even with thefoot of fresh new snow!We added 3 new members to theLegion of Honor in 2012. We'd love todouble that number in 2013! So if you donot yet have a unit or just want to knowmore, please contact me for moreinformation.Many of us will start off 2013 with ourfellow Osman Shriners at the annual NewYear's Day brunch at the Spur. Always aAdjutant, Todd Swedberg; Treasurer, Jim Smeby; Vice Commander, Jim Moore; andCommander, Rique Beslin, Jr. were sworn into their offices and congratulated by Divanmembers Sean Gardiner, Bruce Thomas, Mike Nehm and Potentate Frank Spevak.great way to start off your new year.Our January meeting will be held atTom Reid's on West Seventh Street in St.Paul, and the February meeting will be heldat the VFW in Mendota Heights. TheWinter Carnival Parade will be January26th. Please see the Osman for moredetails, or ask one of us for more details.As I sit writing this article, I find myselfreflecting on the tragic events of this weekin CT. I am reminded just why exactly wejoined this organization - for the kids. Inthe case of this week's events, these are kidsthat the Shrine cannot help; but we shouldall be reminded that there are those that wecan, and that we will!!With Pride and Honor,Rique Beslin, CommanderLady Frances and Jim Smeby handledreservations for the Christmas party.Lady Marjorie and PP David Park.Todd Swedberg and Lady Tara.Lady Marge Scherzer and Marv Wolf.Lady Heidi and Harris Haugen.Chuck Carroll and Lady Pat.J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 1 3

St. Cloud Zagalas2013 Stated MeetingsAll Meetings are subject tochange. Ladies arewelcome!Wednesday, January 2,2013 – (note change)Tuesday, May 7, 2013Tuesday, August 6, 2013 PP Roger– family picnic at the Robinsoninfamous Tiki BarTuesday, November 5, 2013 – AnnualMeeting and ElectionsRoger Robinson, P.P.,Road Master, St. Cloud ZagalasMike Yankovec and Ill. Sir Frank Spevak.Jerry Payne and Jeff Knorr.Officers for St. Cloud Area Shrine Club and Unit are sworn in by Ill. Sir Frank Spevak andDivan Rep Mike Nehm. Left to right, they are Curt Richter, Wade Geisler, Dan Mueller,Roger Robinson and Mike Yankovec.St. Cloud AreaShrine Club2013 Stated MeetingsAll Meetings are subject to change. Ladiesare welcome! All meetings at Michael’s;Social at 6:00 pm, Dinner Meeting at6:30 pmWednesday, January 2, 2013 – please notechange of day!Tuesday, February 5, 2013Tuesday, March 5, 2013Tuesday, April 2, 2013,Tuesday, May 7, 2013Tuesday, June 4, 2013Tuesday, July 2, 2013Tuesday, August 6, 2013 (family picnic atthe infamous Tiki Bar)Tuesday, September 3, 2013Tuesday, October 1, 2013Tuesday, November 5, 2013 - Annualmeeting and elections for 2014December Holiday party to be decidedBob Kugler and Lady Jewel.Roger Nordeen and Curt Richter.Wayne Longwell and Lady Carla, Dan Ochocki and Lady Deb and Bruce Christoffersonand Lady Judy.The Hoheisel family, Cheri, Jason andAddie were special guests at the HolidayParty. Their daughter has been a patientat Shriners Hospitals for many years.P a g e 1 4 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

ProvostProvost Meeting/Dinners for Monday,January 21st will beheld at the LittleVenetian Inn. Wewill also have theFebruary meeting atThe Little Venetian inLittle Canada. Socialhour is at 5:00pm,dinner at 6:00pm andmeeting at 7pm.Provost 2013Dues are still only$15.00 and are dueJanuary 1st.New Year’s Brunch at the OsmanEvent Center on January 1st at 10:00am,Nobles with their 2013 Osman Dues paidare free, will need some Provost forparking duties.Osman annual meeting on January 8that the Osman Event Center, Captain Garyis requesting all Provost that can attendplease do, If tradition prevails, ProvostNoble and Chief Rabban Don Harmsenwill be the next Potentate for 2013, pleasecome and show support. Will also needsome Provost for tyling and ceremonialduties.Ill. Sir Frank Spevak, Chief Rabban Don Harmsen, Paul Kuehl, Erik Seavey, Mark Sandstrom, Alan Christofk,Gary Winter, Mike Brady and Bruce ThomasPotentate’s Reception on January 13that the Osman Event Center, Captain Garyrequests all Provost able to attend, pleasedo, will also need help with parkingduties.Osman annual Club & Unit seminar ison February 2nd at the Shriners Hospitalfor Children starting at 9am, this is anexcellent class for new officers, but is opento all Nobles.Todd Edwards, 651-238-1207mastyr@msn.comLady Janice and Mike Brady.Lady Kay and Dan Skoog, VincentPeterson and Chief Rabban DonHarmsen.Lady Joyce and Daryl Hirschel, with John Ahlbom and Lady Luanne.Yummy! Christmas Cake!Richard N. Purcell, Divan Dennis W. Boom PP Earl J. HolcombJ a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 1 5

Rochester Shrine ClubGreetings Nobles andLadies,I hope you had a greatChristmas and I wish allof you a great andblessed 2013.Larry NorteRASC CHRISTMASBALL - We held ourannual Christmas Party at the RochesterEvent Center this with nearly 100attending. Installation of Club and UnitChief Rabban Roger Berge with PP LadyAnn Koenig.Rochester Area Shrine Club2013 ScheduleFebruary 6th - Sweetheart Night Nobles/LadiesMarch 1st and 2nd - Herberger Community DaysMarch 6th - RASC Board meetingClarion Inn Shrine RoomApril 10th - Father Daughter/Son BanquetMay 1st - Sink Your Ship Party (May Day)June 7 - Cookout - Hosted by DragonsJuly - No MeetingAugust - No MeetingAugust 15th - 17th Midwest Shrine Convention inDuluthNote: Shrine Club meetings are at 7:00 pm the first Wednesdayof each month at the Clarion Inn Shrine Room unlessotherwise noted (in the monthly newsletter).Officers wasperformed byIllustrious SirFrank Spevakand Divanmembers. Thedinner by theCanadianHonker wasvery enjoyableand theentertainmentwas excellent.Russ Billingswas selected asthe “Shriner ofthe Year” forRochester. Avery deserving honor for Russ, and thankyou to last year’s recipient Art Pavlish forpresenting it.The Units had a wonderfulpresentation of the Parade to Glorychecks. It was a very good parade seasonfor all the Units this last year, and the kidsgot the benefits of all our hard work at theParade to Glory. Great job Nobles.It was a truly enjoyable evening offellowship, charity, entertainment, and aclosing to great year for the Rochester AreaShrine Club. Please visit our website andselect the Christmas Party button to seethe pictures of the event.Officers from the Rochester Shrine Club and the four Units in Rochesterwere sworn in at the Christmas Party. Back row, Art Pavlish, Bert Aikens,Bob Gregor, Dan Rasmussen, Doug Brick, Ryan Colligan and PatrickJohnson. Front row, Russ Billings, Scott Hippert, Larry Norte, ChrisKoenig and Jake Rasmussen.I would like tothank Nobel BobGregor for acceptingthe RASC VicePresident position.We have lot of greatBrian BeermannJackie Beermannembracing andassistingpositive changeJackie: (651) 379-2823Brian: (651) 379-2822Fax: (651) 379-2821Brent Kisro being thanked by PotentateFrank Spevak, Auxiliary Chair Rose Westand Auxililary Outreach Chair LindaJohnson for the Rochester Dragon Patrol’sdonation to the Parade of Glory.things planned for 2013 so please try toattend whenever you can. "Tip of the Fez" is a monthlyacknowledgement to those that continue tosupport our Shrine. This month I wouldlike to recognize Noble Art Pavlish andKELLERWILLIAMSINTEGRITY REALTY ®email:beermannpartners@kw.comwww.beermannpartners.comP a g e 1 6 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Lady Ann and Lad RoeringLady Donna. Art, with the help ofDonna, has been the President for theRochester Area Shrine Club for the lasttwo years. While I have some pretty bigshoes to try and fill as the president for2013, Art has given me his notes, plansand contacts; so I think this year will runsmoothly, I hope. So if it does runsmoothly make sure you thank Art whenyou see him. We appreciate all of NobleArt and Lady Donna’s ongoingcommitment of time and hard work forthe Shrine. Thank You!RASC January Meeting - WednesdayJanuary 2nd. The Shrine Club will meetwith a Director meeting at the Clarion InnShrine Room at 7:00PM. All members arewelcome to attend. Wewill select Officers,Directors and set anestimated budget.RASC February Meeting– Sweetheart NightWednesday, February 6th.2013 Dues Cards AvailableSecretary/Tressurer RussBillings has the dues cardsfor 2013 available. Duesare due on January1st, thecost is $15.00 per year. Iwish all of you a prosperousand healthy 2013.Fraternally,Larry Norte,RASC PresidentLady Carol and Dick Tiede.Glenn Prehn and Lady Sharon Copeman with JerryWrubel and Lady ShirleyShriner of the Year Russ Billings iscongratulated by PP’s John Perkins and AlKoenig.Recorder Tom West with Lady JenniferBerge.Shriners of the Year gathered for a group photo. Left to right, Bert Aikens, Roger Berge,Dick Tiede, PP Rahn Lund, Bruce Thomas, Chris Koenig, PP John Perkins, Russ Billings,PP Al Koenig, Marv Ramsay, Art Pavlish, Ernie Flury, PP Dick Thompson and Don Nelson.Alexandria Shrine Club& Four WheelersALEXANDRIA, MNMeeting the Third Tuesday of Every MonthNeeded: A few good men to provide a Color Guard for allOsman official parades and ceremonials. We are also a socialgroup and work at the Circus. Call Jim at 651-455-3110.J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 1 7

Nomads ClubThe Nomads are theclub designed to bring newOsman Shriners and theirLadies into a social clubsituation and give themopportunities to participatein the fund raisingactivities of Osman Shrine.Bob GolderWe further plan to presentprograms that will let ourmembers know about the events andactivities of other clubs and units.Our December meeting was held atAngelo’s Pizza in South Saint Paul, socialhour from 6 – 7 pm and the meetingstarted at 7:00 p.m. The wait staff was greatand the food was great.Attendance: Bob Golder (President),Carol Golder, Joe Kivens (Sec/Tres), Dave& Becky Boguslawski, Ed & PaulineWitter, Kerry McKnight, Jeff Olsen(Divan), Scott Osterberg, Mark Hughes,Gale and Marilyn Campbell and DaveSingewaldAnnual report for 2012 has been alreadysubmitted to Osman office.Officer election: Bob Golder wasnominated and there was a second toOsman Cycle Corpsbecome the President. Motion passedJoe Kivens was nominated and there wasa second to become the Vice President.Motion passedScott Osterberg was nominated andthere was a second to become theSecretary/Treasurer. Motion passed.Jeff Olsen (Divan, High Priest andProphet) installed the three new officers.Motion and second for the Nomads totake over the memorabilia booth at theCircus. Going forward the Nomads willsupply manpower for the booth.Next meeting will be on ThursdayJanuary 10 at 6:00 pm social start time.Location of this meeting will be AngelosPizza in South Saint Paul.Please always make sure to check theOsman for information about the Nomadsand all other events.All new Osman Shriners areautomatically considered to be members ofthe Nomads. First-year dues are free tothese new members and are minimal toother members of Osman Shrine. NewNobles attending the meetings receive ourNomads membership card.Bob Golder, PresidentPatrolThe well attendedannual dinner meetingand election of officersfor the Osman Black LitePatrol was held onDecember 4, 2012 at theLost Spur Event Center.Officers elected andinstalled are:GeorgeCarlsonCaptain: . . . . . . . . . . . .George CarlsonAdjutant: . . . . . . . . . . .Michael WerthLieutenants: . . . . . . . .Russell Boogren. . . . . . . . . . . . . .& Richard HolmstenSecretary/Treasurer: . .Dale CarmichaelQuartermaster: . . . . . . . . . .Jerry PayneCaptain Carlson reviewed events ofthe past year and thanked Jerry Paynefor his services as Assistant Pote’s aidand all his work with the circus andMichael Werth, Pote’s aid andManpower Chairman for the 2013circus. Patroller pledged again for fullsupport in their ushering and toyassembling duties to this year’s circusleader.Introduced as Past Captains were JimAwada and Jerry Dietrich, as PastPotentate Michael Awada. Introducedas Old Timers were Warren Nelson,who received his 50 year membershippin and Curt Bergman back from thesunny south.Patrollers we have been going since1908, so let’s have another good yearand remember “the easy road in lifeoften leads to a ditch!” Always lookingfor a Drill Master to come forward fordrill instructions!George Carlson, CaptainOsman Cycle Corps presented Ill. Sir Frank Spevak with his own leather vest with theCycle Corps insignia. Left to right, Steve Davis, Frank Spevak, Dennis Sherwood andJohn Stolte.See no evil, speak no evil, hear no evil.Divan members Bruce Thomas, SeanGardiner and Mike Nehm might haveattended one too many holiday parties.P a g e 1 8 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Austin Area Shrine Club & Oriental BandNobles and Ladiesmet for the annualHoliday / Installation ofOfficers Dinner onDecember 20th at theAustin Country Club.We were honored tohave Illustrious SirFrank Spevak and LadyJoan, Roger Berge, BruceThomas and Lady Terri, and Rich Purcelland Lady Sharon join us. In spite of thewinter storm that hit Southern Minnesotaon December 19-20, we made it and wethank everyone for attending.Installation of officers took place,withthe following Nobles taking office for2013: Brad Stout, President; BradMcBeain, Vice President; William Newell,Secretary; Norm Hecimovich, Treasurer;and Neil Hanson, Business Manager.Noble Max Pecht II, outgoingPresident, presided at the meeting andreviewed some of theaccomplishments of the cluband band during 2012. TheShrine Club experimentedwith a new project by“waiting tables” at PizzaRanch on two occasions.This produced 10% of thereceipts for the evening plusany tips. The club alsoparticipated in the Younker’sCommunity Day Couponevent that takes place in theSpring and Fall. In addition,they have done an excellentjob of selling Circus bannersand plaques.The Band participated inNeil Hanson19 parades and purchased, with the helpof Osman Shrine, an 18 passenger busthat will be used to transport members toevents and pull the trailer during parades.Also, the band participated in the jointCeremonial on December 8th. What agreat experience for the new Nobles.Members of both the Club and Bandparticipated in the Salvation Army RedKettle Campaign again this year bycollecting $4,000.00 on the first Friday ofDecember. A grant was submitted toMinnesota Masonic Charities for a matchof this amount.Otto Volkert plays a fulloctave higher than thescore!The Oriental Band played for the Big Tent Event Ceremonial at the Minneapolis ScottishRite. “Play for my guests,” quoth the Ceremonial Master. “Play well.”Donations from the club and band inthe amount of approximately $4,000.00were presented by Treasurer NormHecimovich to variousShrine and local entities.Door prizes and tablefavors were given to thoseattending and an auctionof several donated itemstook place. We thank thosepresent for participating inthat part of the evening.Also, gift certificates for aone year membership toKSMQ-TV, the PBSStation in Austin, weregiven to the following:one of our guestsfor the evening.The eveningconcluded withcomments fromIllustrious SirFrank SpevakAgain, thankyou to everyonewho attended andhelped make theevening special. Aspecial thank youto Noble MaxNobles MalcolmMcDonald and BruceThomas, and Ann TolandActing band director Forrest Miller chatswith Zuhrah band director David LarsonPecht II who served as President in 2012and congratulations on your upcomingyear as you serve as Worshipful Master ofFidelity Lodge in Austin.Neil Hanson, Business ManagerThe Osman Shrine Cycle Corps is a precisiondrill team made up of Shrine Masons with apassion for riding and performing.If you’re interested in joining us, call the office 651-452-5660or Jerry Schmidt, gnbschmidt@aol.comJ a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 1 9

Albert Lea Shrine Club and Albert Lea CarsGreetings Nobles, Ladies andFriends. Happy New Year! Out with theold and in with the new. Our ShrineChristmas / New Officer Installationparty was wonderful. It was truly awonderful evening and an honor tohave Potentate Frank Spevak and hisLady Joan, Outer Guard SeanGardiner and his Lady Tracy in ourpresence. Also a BIG Thank You toTracy for entertaining us with thatbeautiful voice.Recently Jerry Pineau and AdamPrice, our newest Shrine member,met with Rose West at the Shriner'sChildren's Hospital. Jerry said it was apleasure andhonor asrepresentatives ofthe Albert LeaShrine Club topresent a gift oftoys, pull-tabsand a blanket.Our clubmembers workedvery diligentlythroughout theyear to makethat specialmomenthappen. Aspecialthank youto Jenie Foss (Paul’s lady) forcollecting 3/4 of our pull-tabsand for that beautiful2013 Officers: Noble Greg Morfitt – Secretary/Treasurer, NobleClarence Schroeder – President, Noble Jerald “Jake” Loper – VicePresident, Noble Gerald “Jerry” Pineau – Director, Noble Lynn Davis– Director were sworn in by Sean Gardiner and Ill. Sir Frank Spevak.Our newest member, AdamPrice, gives OrvinDrangstveit a lift!Orvin Drangstveit, Adam Price, Jerry Pineau, Bob Hahn, and Jake Loper presenting acheck to the Osman Womens Auxiliary president Rose Weststitched blanket. Also for NorietaRippentrop's (Don’s lady) three-year oldneighbor child, Addyson who donatedtoys.Also note that Jerry Pineau, OrvinDrangstveit, Jake Loper, Bob Hahn,newly raised member of the ShrineAdam Price, presented a check for$1000.00 for the Womens Auxiliary.Jerry states that it was truly an honorand hopes the Club can continue toparade and raise funds for the WomensAuxiliary and other vital branches of theOsman Shrine. Thank you, Rose and allthe members of theLady Tracy Gardinerright, sang for hersupper at theAlbert LeaHoliday PartyAuxiliary for all your dedication andhard work. What a great way to end ouryear!UPCOMING EVENTS:Jan. 8th – Osman Shrine AnnualMeeting 6:30 Osman Shrine CenterJan. 13th – Potentate’s Reception 2PM-4PM Osman Shrine CenterJan. 19th – One Day To MasonryJan. 19th – East-West Shrine GameJan. 26th – Winter Carnival ParadeFeb. 2nd – Club & Units OfficersSeminar 9am-2pm“Happy and Blessed New Year”Greg Morfitt, Secretary, ALSCP a g e 2 0 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

ChantersChanters, their Ladies and guests gathered for a holiday portrait at the Christmas party.Christmas has come and is nowgone for 2012. We hope everybody hada very Merry Christmas and a HappyNew Year. Lots of parties with familyand friends. Great fun!What a great New Years Day brunchat the Osman Shrine building. Bigcrowd and good food. We were there enmasse. Sure is great to be together on aspecial day like that.Jeff Keehn, above, hits all the notesWe sang a Christmas concert onas he attempts to direct the groupDecember 15 in South St. Paul at thein a rollicking rendition of theDakota Heights facility. Went out to Twelve Days of Christmasdinner afterwards at Joseph’s.After New Year’s we had an election of DonHarmsen as the new Potentate of Osman Shrine.Let’s all show up and wish him good luck in2013. We have a Potentate’s reception in Januaryon the 13th at the Shrine Center 2:00 – 4:00.Let’s get all officers out to the Club and Unitseminar February 2 at the hospital. This is a veryimportant meeting for all the officers. Lots ofinformation for you to use in 2013.May your troubles be lessAnd your troubles be moreAnd nothing but happinessCome through your door.Es Selamu AleikumThe Scribe Lady Marcella and Dean Strand.John Drake and Lady Pat.Diane Hobot shows the beautifulgift plate given by outgoingPresident Dean Strand and LadyMarcella.Dan Skoog won theteeniest stocking forhaving a birthdayfarthest fromChristmas.Dean Strand, Bobby Meyer and Ray Hobot being sworn in by Anders Haugen.J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 2 1

Dave McKinnon and Don Harmsen check out the sample single maltscotches at the Smoker.Art Lemke and Wally LarsonGrand Master Brian Beermann buys araffle ticket from Dave PrzetyckiGrateful Past PatientLeft: Bob and Jim McNamara on their visit to the hospital.Right: Jim at 18 monthsJim McNamara and his brother Bobvisited Shriners Hospitals for Children—Twin Cities and brought a generousdonation of $10,000.Mike Ordorff and Zuhrah’s WHOOSITJim was a patient in1925 when he was 18months old. He grew upin Hastings, MN andwhen his parents realizedthat he had bowed legs,his mother insisted that hewas seen at ShrinersHospital. It was at theTwin Cities hospital thatdoctors broke his legs andput him in casts tostraighten them out. Jimfeels that without the care he received atShriners Hospital, he never would havebecome a U of M Gopher football player(brothers Bob and Richard also hadKay Moss and Mike Horn.outstanding football careers).Jim has spent many years of his lifedonating to Shriners Hospital. When hewas 5 he collected aluminum foil from gumwrappers and cigarette packages and mailedit to the hospital.Jim bravely served in the US Army for23 years. He fought in World War II and inKorea. He retired from the Army as a Majorand spent the rest of his career in bankingand home building.He currently resides in Santa Ana, CAwith his wife, Oralee. Together they havefour grown children, 6 grandchildren and10 greatgrandchildren.P a g e 2 2 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Alexandria Shrine Club and 4 WheelersOfficers for the Alexandria Shrine Club and 4 Wheelers include, l to r, Jim Bridenstine,John Phillips, Brion Golde, Jim Gratias, Mike Denke, Dale Graff, Mike Pray.Osman Womens Auxiliary chair Rose Westgratefully accepts a bag of toys from JimBridenstine.Outer Guard Sean Gardiner with AmeliaGolde, daughter of Brion and Brenda, whoproduced several videos that were shownat the Christmas party.Old fashioned carolers from the HighSchool entertained the group.Ralph Tvrdik and Wayne BeckerLee Johnson andFrank PetersonMike Denke and Loren Van WyckJ a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 2 3

CLUB & UNIT HEADSOFFICERSPresident:Dave Tabor651-206-8574happydavet99@hotmail.comVice President:Mike Yankovec320-493-0776mikeyanko@gmail.comSecretary/Treasurer:Brent Metcalf651-739-3653brent.metcalf@comcast.netCLUBS & UNITSALBERT LEA SHRINE CLUBALBERT LEA CARSClarence Schroeder, President507-373-2778clarenceschro@yahoo.comALEXANDRIA AREASHRINE CLUBMike Denke, President320-491-8381madsmdbdjd@hotmail.comALEXANDRIA CALLIOPE &FOUR-WHEELERSJohn Phillips, President320-762-0474donnajohnphillips@charter.netAUSTIN AREA SHRINE CLUBAUSTIN ORIENTAL BANDBrad Stout, President507-433-8294bradstout1957@hotmail.comBLOOMING PRAIRIE SHRINE CLUBAndrew Weiss, President507-528-2533CANNON VALLEY SHRINE CLUBDennis Monroe, President507-789-6399CHANTERSJeffrey Keehn, President651-774-3677j.keehn@comcast.netCIGAR CLUBMike Ordorff612-919-0475anawesomecarpenter@yahoo.comACACIA PARKCEMETERYA non-profitperpetual care cemeteryserving all faithssince 1925.Stop by to viewour picturesque grounds,the old stone chapel and our impressiveVeterans Memorial.You’ll like our majestic view.2151 Pilot Knob RoadMendota Heights, MN 55120-1198651-452-1555acaciapark@aol.com • Fax 651-452-2986CLOWNSDon Danielson, President952-445-7234DIRECTORS STAFFRonald Clarstrom, President763-754-5547rcclarstrom@gmail.comDRUM & BUGLE CORPSDave Tabor, Captain651-206-8574happydavet99@hotmail.comEAST CENTRAL SHRINE CLUBMike Carroll, President320-358-4354mcarroll@genesiswireless.usFRIENDLY VALLEY SHRINE CLUBJim Smith, President651-459-8320psmith8320@msn.comHI-HATSDoug Pope, President651-453-0636douglaspope1@comcast.netLEGION OF HONORWilliam Beslin, Commander651-322-4562e-mail riquebeslin@gmail.comMANKATO AREA SHRINE CLUBSteve Igou, President507-546-3827tbirdsigou@yahoo.comMANKATO T-BIRDSMichael Meyer608-395-7609meyerauctions@aol.comMIGHTY MITESTim Gangnon, Crew Chief651-439-9311timgangnon@comcast.comNOMADSBob Golder, President651-777-3781Email curlerbob@aol.comOSMAN CYCLE CORPSDennis Sherwood, Captain952-937-5054dennis@hometechniques.comPAST POTENTATESJames Berg, President651-260-9333jim@twincitiesmagic.comPATROLGeorge Carlson, Captain651-774-7793PIPE BANDGreg McGee, President651-222-6437mcg226@comcast.netPROVOSTGary Winter, Captain651-484-1763gwwinter@comcast.netROCHESTER AREA SHRINE CLUBLarry Norte, President(507) 250-1855mn442man@yahoo.comROCHESTER CYCLE PATROLJerry Dohrn, President507-380-0445ROCHESTER DRAGON PATROLDoug Brick, President507-254-6715dbrick@rclbus.comROCHESTER MERRY MEDICSRyan Colligan, President507-250-2730colliganman79@gmail.cometST. CLOUD AREA SHRINE CLUBRoger Nordean, President320-230-3495rogernordean@aol.comST. CLOUD GO-KARTSMike Yankovec, Captain320-493-0776mikeyanko@gmail.comSHEIKSSteve Hoyer, Captain651-487-1089steve.hoyer@thermofisher.comWINONA AREA SHRINE CLUBRobert Stedman, President507-454-7209rdstedman@yahoo.comZAGALAS – ROCHESTER CHAPTERSteve Groteboer, President281 467-9333steve@groteboer.comZAGALAS – ST. CLOUD CHAPTERRoger Robinson, President320-420-8142rrobinson@global-continuum.comZAGALAS – ST. PAUL CHAPTERDavid Gagnon, President651-436-6765dd.gagnon@hotmail.comAttention Clubs & Units: Make sure you have a person appointed tomake a monthly report to The Osman. Return your report by thedeadline (usually around the 15th of the month) todoreen@osmanshrine.org or mail to2750 Sibley Memorial Highway, St. Paul 55121(651) 452-5660 • Fax (651) 683-0231P a g e 2 4 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Me pitcher takerClowns pay their respect. Visitors to thewake and funeral of Hudson resident RobertAhrens (March 17, 2003) may have beensurprised when they stopped to pay their respectsat the side of his open casket. At his request, hewas buried wearing his clown costume andmakeup. His character, Kurlie the Clown, was apart of his life for 40 years. As co-founder of theShriners Clown Club, he was honored by fellowpast presidents who served as casketbearers at theservice. In the front row, from left, are AlFellerman “Alzie,” Dave Williams “Pinkie,” BobHoffman “Woodie,” John Zima “Huggie’ and,not visible, Ron Harmon “Harmonie”; back,Dick Ruckmar “Ruckie; Don Danielson“Wallie,” Bob Boesen “Bozie” and Chuck Strain“Chuckie.” Ahrens had in the past served as aclown casketbearer for another club member, AJAnderson. A photo from that funeral ended upon the front page of the Pioneer Press and laterin the movie “Larger than Life” starring BillMurray.The photo in last month’s Osman of the old fez with “Me pitchure taker” on itstirred up some more memories. Al Fellerman brought in this clipping fromanother funeral, for Robert Ahrens in 2003.JANUARY BIRTHDAYS:Jon Adams • Bert Alexander Jr. • Peter Anagnos M.D. •Alfred Anderson MD • Alan Beeler • Dennis Boom • ChristopherBoyce • John Brewer • Paul Bridenstine • Jack Brown • Martin Capp •Dale Carmichael • Shawn Carrick • Elliot Christensen • Ronald Clarstrom •Nick Dacloush • Paul Demuth • Michael Denke • Milton Dennis • CharltonDietz • Randy Dohrn • Thomas Eineke • Michael Featherston • AlfredFellerman • Lawrence Furman • Steven Genz • Chester Gordon • LarryGustafson • Robert Hansen • Ronald Harmon • Lamoine Hatton • RobertHawkinson • Donald Heggedahl • Todd Henderson • E William Henry • SteveHinck • Gary Hoven • Raymond Jewison • Allen Johnson • Eric Jokinen • JamesJudisch • Louis Kaplan • Jerome Kellogg • Warren Kemp • David Allen Koenig •Ronald Larson • Brian Lauber • Sven Lindquist • Charles Linnell • WayneLongwell • Russell Loomis Jr. • Fahy Lowrie • William Mackey • John Maddox •John Milne • James Moody • Kay Moss • Daniel Mueller • Ronald Nelson •Rudolph Nelson • Warren Nelson • Patrick Olawsky • Marshall Oreck • PaulPaulos • Gregory Pepin • Frank Peterson • Robert Andrew Pieper • AllenPorter • Glenn Prehn • Kenneth Reinhardt • Casey Saunders • RichardSchubbe • Scott Spaeth • Stuart Steinman • Brad Stout • John Streit •Johnnie Timm • George Toby • Robert Tracy • Dr. James Tuorila •Frank Turchin • Theodore Veilleux • Louis Wagner • RichardCraig Wagner • John Watson • Robert Watson • Andrew Weiss• Marnie Will • Troy WillettGOODnMen’s Suits/Tuxes/Blazers/Sports CoatsBLACK CAMELn Roger H. Busdicker 6/2006CHEERJoe BurnhamDr. Ken GuideraBob HoffmanIf you know or hear of a sick or deceased Noble,please call Doreen at the Shrine office651-452-5660 Email doreen@osmanshrine.orgor send a fax 651-683-0231.J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 2 5

Dear Auxiliary Members and Friends ofthe Auxiliary,I hope everyone enjoyed the holidayswith your family and friends. As webegin the New Year, the Osman WomensAuxiliary wants to congratulate our newlyelected Potentate, Donald Harmsen andOsman Womens Auxiliary2013 OfficersChairman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Rose WestPast Chair/Hospital Parties . .Marjorie ParkTreasurer/Membership . . . . . .Kathy FlicekGifts/Memorials/Honoraria . . . . . . . . . .Elizabeth EkholmRecording Secretary . . . . . . . . .Betty PorterCorrespondingSecretary . . . . .Kimberlee Remus BuckAuditor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sandy SimpsonCommunity Outreach . . . . .Linda JohnsonHistorian . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Betty PorterRemembrance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Sue DotyReservations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kay SkoogJerry Pineau, President Albert Lea Shrine Club, Rose West, Adam Price, new Shriner andmember of Albert Lea Shrine Club delivering toys, blanket and pop tabs to the OsmanWomens Auxiliary at the Hospital.his Lady Terrie. We wish you a great year,and we are looking forward to workingwith you in 2013.Thanks to all of you, the children atShriner’s Hospital – Twin Cities receivedstockings filled with toys donated byAuxiliary members, Shriners, Shriners’Ladies and other contributors. You knowyou have made a difference when you seethe smiles on the faces of those childrenwho received those stockings. InDecember, Jerry Pineau, President of theAlbert Lea Shrine Club, and Adam Price anew Shriner and member of the AlbertLea Club, delivered many stuffed animals,a beautiful handmade blanket and manypop tabs to the Auxiliary for the childrenat the hospital. Jerry said that he started apractice at their Shrine Club that eachmember brought astuffed animal toeach meetingthroughout the year.By the end of thePlease print or typeq Memorial Giftyear, they had quite a collection. He alsosaid that it has been decided that they willcontinue this practice next year. We reallyappreciate all of these contributions.Linda Johnson, Osman WomensAuxiliary Outreach Coordinator, and Iattended the Osman Parade to Glorymeeting on Dec. 4, and the RochesterArea Shrine Club Holiday Party on Dec.21. Once again, the Osman Nobles havebeen extremely generous by donatingapproximately $10,000 to the OsmanWomens Auxiliary. We know the Clubsand Units work very hard to earn thismoney and we very much appreciate yourcontributions to the Womens Auxiliary.With an annual wheelchair budget of$300,000.00, your gifts go a long way inq Honorarium GiftMade by___________________________________________________________________________________________________In Memory of In Honor of (circle one)_____________________________________________________Send acknowledgement to:_____________________________________________________Name_____________________________________________________AddressScott Hippert - Service Dept.Direct: 507-424-1957 scotthi@lupient.com4642 Hwy. 52 North Rochester, MN 55901Make checks payable to: Osman Womens Auxiliary. Send checkalong with this form to: Elizabeth Ekholm, Memorial Chairman.1703 Lilac Lane. Mendota Heights, MN 55118P a g e 2 6 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Elizabeth and PPPeter Ekholmselling raffle ticketsfor the OsmanWomens Auxiliaryat the Children'sHoliday Partypreliminary plans for 2013, we wouldexpect our attendance to continue togrow. Please watch for the specifics foreach of these events.Again, it is a pleasure and honor toserve as your Chairman. If you have anyquestions or concerns, please contact me.Rose West, Chairmanrwest330@hotmail.com651-459-3813Michael Ordorff and family were thewinners of the Wolves raffle package.helping provide these wheelchairs, free ofcharge to the children at ShrinersHospital – Twin Cities. We appreciate allyou do year round to support us.Our Board is busy planning anotheryear of great Auxiliary events for 2013.Please save the following dates on your2013 calendars: April 20, May 18, June13 (an evening event), Sept. 14, Oct. 12,and Dec. 14. More details will follow inthe next issue of the Osman. We werevery pleased with our attendance at ourluncheons in 2012, and based on ourRose West presents the grand prize, anautographed photo of Adrian Peterson, toMark Sandstrom.J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 2 7

Mat-Sha Temple No. 62, Daughters of the NileJudy Moon,QueenA PROUD HISTORY,A BRIGHT FUTUREHappy New Year! Iwould like to give aspecial thank you toPotentate Frank Spevakand his lovely lady Joanfor all of the courtesiesthey have extended toour Ladies of Mat-ShaTemple this past year.You included us in many fun andinteresting events. Our very own PrincessJoan worked tirelessly to make each ofthem unique and exceptional. It will be avery special chapter in our book ofmemories for all who had the privilege toparticipate.As I reflect on 2012, I cannot begin tothank the Ladies of Mat-Sha Temple forthe magical year you have given me as yourQueen. I am surrounded by capable,confident and positive women who livetheir lives serving others while offeringsupport to one another. We make adifference in the lives of the preciouschildren at the Shriners Hospitals. ThisCupid Calls$5 or 3 for $10You write a short message and chose a song,we will sing and relay the message.A great Valentine’s Day Surprise.Sara Mobroton and Sara Malewitz sellingnuts at the Big Tent Event.past year our Twin-Cities Shriners Hospitalreceived $100,000 from Daughters of theNile Foundation.If you are looking for an organization tojoin that promotes these ideals, or if youknow someone you would recommend,contact Princess Recorder Jane Larson at(651) 636-5473. We are open to women18 years of age and older who are relatedby birth or marriageto a Shriner, MasterMason or Daughterof the Nile or is amajority member ina Masonic-relatedorganization for girls.As I give thanksfor the blessings of2012, it is time towelcome 2013 withrenewed dedicationand zeal to continueto help our Nobles inStated SessionSaturday, January 19, 201310:00 am • Luncheon 11:30 amFeaturing SnowflakesMasonic CenterStated SessionSaturday, February 1610:00 am • Stated Session andCeremonial, Luncheon 12:30 p.m.Memorial Service • Bring a Valentinethe greatest philanthropy on earth,Shriners Hospitals for Children®.Enjoy this Holiday Season,Judy Moon, Queen, Mat-Sha TempleFrom Princess Royal Sara MalevitzThe Candy and Nut sale is aboutdone. Contact Pr. Sara Malewitz (651-459-6787) for more of those yummysnacks.Nile Night out- January 24th Tinucci'sRestaurant, Newport, 6pm.Cupid Calls- Contact Sara Malewitzto order Cupid Calls for your friends,family and that special someone. Youwrite a short message and chose a song,we will sing and relay the message. It willbe a great Valentines Day Surprise. Cost is$5 a call or 3 calls for $10.February 24th Oscar Party! Everyone iswelcome, more information to come.Professional Servicewith a Personal TouchQueen, Daughters ofthe Nile Mat ShaTemple 2009-2010Real Estate, Business,Estate Planning, ElderLaw, Probate MattersSuite 801, Rosedale Towers1700 West Highway 36Roseville, Minnesota 55113651-636-5473 • Fax: 651-636-0437jane@janejlarson.com • www.janejlarson.comSara Malewitz and Heather Krastins Lambert at the nut tableduring the stated meeting Dec. 4.P a g e 2 8 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

2013 OSMAN PAPER SUPPORTERSMEMORIALSSUPPORTERSWarren & Doreen LynchIn Memory of P.P. Mike Hildebrand,Dick McNary, P.P. Tom Huppert & DorisPlacheckiLeonard SchradeIn Memory of Carole SchradeWayne LongwellIn Memory of Jerry Longwell &Richard K. BrownOsman Cycle CorpsIn Memory of Dale RobergeKathleen FosterIn Memory of Jim FosterJerry & Nancy PayneIn Memory of P.P. John BrockmanSt Cloud Shrine ClubIn Memory of all departed St. CloudShrinersMarvin Felderman Jr.In Memory of Lon Levitz, BillyPinnell and Dick McNaryRochester Zagalas SCIn Memory of P.P. John BrockmanTom & Rose WestIn Memory of P.P. Lloyd F. West ofEl RiadTrudy HarperIn Memory of Oscar OlinKent & Karen SwedbergIn Memory of Kenneth SwedbergBill & Bonnie NewellIn Memory of Heidi & CarterNewellRuss, Ralph & Alan ChristofkIn Memory of Joe Christofk, Father& GrandfatherTom HuppertRay & Dianne HobotDennis & Elaine Boom St. Cloud ZagalasP.P. John & Pat Perkins Heather Krastins LambertPeter & Dolores Kloskowske Daughters of the NileArthur & Janice Lingo Mat-Sha Temple # 62Neil & Mary HansonCannon Valley Shrine ClubLeonard HislopP.P. Frank & Bev PetersonEdward & Audrey Highum Mike HildebrandP.P. Peter & Elizabeth EkholmHONORARIAJerry & Nancy PayneIn Honor of 2012-13 QueenJudy Moon Daughters ofthe Nile Mat Sha Temple#62Jerry & Nancy PayneIn Honor of Rich Johnsonfinally being awarded theOsman Temple Jewel by Ill.Sir Frank SpevakEach month, Osman publishes a list of memorials, honorariaand paper supporters. We add to the list each month, and yourlisting appears for the entire year.Take a minute to get your 2013 listing in. It’s a great way toacknowledge the passing of a Shriner friend, give recognition toa special accomplishment, or just show that you enjoy theOsman paper. Fill out the form on the right, or call the office at(651) 452-5660 • Fax (651) 683-0231 •doreen@osmanshrine.orgThanks in advance!The newspaper committeeHonoraria and Memorials are $35.00 and a Supporter is$25.00. Send to: Osman Shrine Paper, 2750 SibleyMemorial Hwy., St. Paul, MN 55121Your name as you want it listed________________________________________________________________q In honor of: ____________________________________________________________________________q In memory of: __________________________________________________________________________Help WantedMEMBERSHIP CHAIRMANNo experience necessary, will train.Long hours, no pay.Great rewards in watching Osman grow.Contact Don Harmsen for further details:Home (651) 322-1492, Cell (651- 470-3831, Work (952)953-2580email: dtharmsen@frontiernet.netJ a n u a r y 2 0 1 3 P a g e 2 9

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday SaturdayDecember 20121 New Year's Day 2 3 4 5S M T W Th F Sa12 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12 13 14 1516 17 18 19 20 21 2223 24 25 26 27 28 2930 316 7 8 9 10 11 1213 14 15 16 17 18 19Potentate’sReceptionJANUARY 2013New Years Brunch10 am-1 pmANNUALMEETINGDirectors StaffRASC Board MeetingRochester Zagalasnoon lunchSheiks ChristmasParty20 21 ML King Day 22 23 24 25 26Merry MedicsChristmas PartyOne Day toMasonryMighty MitesHoliday PartyBoard Meeting27 28 29 30 31Dragon Patrol XmasPartyWinter CarnivalParadeFebruary 2013S M T W Th F Sa1 23 4 5 6 7 8 910 11 12 13 14 15 1617 18 19 20 21 22 2324 25 26 27 28Thank you,photographers:Photos are what make this magazinefun to look at.Thanks toadditionalphotographers thismonth: Art Pavlish,Rose West, Greg Morfitt,Neil Hanson, KimBeslin, Kent Swedberg, Dee HobbieUpcoming EventsFEBRUARYClub & Unit Seminar 2ndMSA Winter Session 7th – 9thMARCHStated Meeting 12thAPRILCircus Set Up 1st – 4thCircus 4th -7thFrom page 7MAYClub & Unit Meeting 14thHospital Day 17thJUNEStated Meeting 11thAlexandria Circus 21stJULYImperial Session 1st-4thAUGUSTMidwest Summer Session 15th –17thSEPTEMBERStated Meeting 10thPotentates Gala 14thThe dashing young speedster onthe Go-Kart is none other thanAlyn Dull, who also happens to bea past Grand Master of Masons inMinnesota. He’s pictured at leftwith his bride, Lady Anna.If your Club or Unit would like youractivities listed on the calendar pleasecontact the Osman Shrine office 651-452-5660, Doreen@Osmanshrine.orgP a g e 3 0 J a n u a r y 2 0 1 3

Above: Rique Beslinand his daughtersBecca and Stephanie.Left: PotentateFrank Spevakwith the cookiedecoratingwinner,Alex Ouradnek.Bob Boesenwas busy allafternoonpaintingfaces.Magician Star Newmanhad the kids (and theadults) mesmerized ona snowy DecemberSunday.R O O F I N G . S I D I N G . S H E E T M E T A L . B C 6 3 1 3 8 2Snow and ice damn removal,steep slope or flat roofs.Mike Nehm PROJECT MANAGER651.269.2826 651-795-8875ADVANCEDDESIGNCONTRACTINGLLC.COM

2750 Sibley Memorial HighwaySt. Paul, MN 55121651/452-5660CHANGE SERVICE REQUESTEDNon-Profit Org.U.S. POSTAGEPAIDTwin Cities MNPermit No. 264BIG TENT EVENTRichard Armstrong, new ShrinerSteven Johnson and Lady Lynette withLady Flo Armstrong.Shawn Carrick is admonishedby Scott PaulsonRussell Lane and Robert BrownJerry Pineau “fezzes” new Albert LeaShriner Adam Price.BywordsPRINTING651/457-7576gofish9876@aol.comWhat can we do foryour business?Scott Osterberg, New Shriner DavidSingewald, Lady Jessica and PatrickGillespieDale Clark keeps an eye onDoug Brick’s carvingtechnique.COMMITTED TO OUR COMMUNITY: Proud sponsor ofKaposia Days KidStuff, South St. Paul, for fifteen years;Grand Marshals for Kaposia Days 2009; Nancy was RiverHeights Chamber of Commerce 2011 “Visions of Excellence”award winner and 2005 Chairman; board chair of localcable TV; Small Business of the Year 1999; Special ServiceAward 2006 for 25 years work with Minnesota NurseryLandscape AssociationCOMMITTED TO OSMAN: Jerry is recipient of Osman TempleJewel, Assistant Chief Potentate’s Aide, Scottish RiteK∴C∴C∴H∴, Ushers at the Circus (Section 19 rocks!),Members of Auxiliary; Nancy is a Daughter of the Nile andshe received a special award from Ill. Sir Roger Robinson;Auxiliary Golf and Car Show Sponsor, taking lots of picturesand we are very proud to be producing the national firstplace Circus coloring book and the Dromedary-Award-Winning (two years in a row!) Osman newspaper!Grand Master Brian Beermann,Lady Jackie and Jerry Oliver.Nancy’s Favorite Pictures:And they say there’sno Santa Claus!