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SHRINERS

Who are the Shriners?

A brotherhood of men...dedicated to fun and fellowship...but with a serious purpose. 

Shriners are distinguished by an enjoyment of life and a commitment to philanthropy.  We support what has been called the "World's Greatest Philanthropy." Shriners Hospitals for Children is a network of 22 pediatric specialty hospitals, operated and maintained by the Shrine. All children, up to 18 years old may be eligible for treatment at Shriners Hospitals if they, in the opinion of the hospital's chief of staff, could benefit from the specialized care available at Shriners Hospitals. Eligibility is not based on financial need or relationship to a Shriner.

We and our ladies also enjoy parades, trips, dances, dinners, sporting events and other social activities.

In order to become a Shriner, a man must first be a Mason. The fraternity of Freemasonry is the oldest, largest and most widely known fraternity in the world. It dates back hundreds of years to the time when stonemasons and other craftsmen gathered in shelter houses or lodges. Over the years, formal Masonic lodges emerged, with members bound together not by trade, but by their desire to be fraternal brothers.

Sun City Shrine Club -- a unit of the Ben Hur Shrine Temple based in Austin    http://www.benhurshrine.org

Current Hot News and Events -- click here to be taken directly to more detailed information

14th Annual "Gift of Life Golf" Tournament Results -- The Gift of Life Tournament was held October 4th -- We had 102 players and 36 of them are residents of Sun City.  Preliminary figures show that we netted just over $20,000.00 for the hospitals.  A special thanks go to Don Hewlett Buick/Chevrolet, Austin Infiniti and Lexus of Austin for there support.

We also received strong support from the members of the Sun City Shrine Club and the Ben Hur Shrine Golf Unit.  Other businesses that Supported us are Catfish Parlor of Georgetown, Texas Sun & Shade, J. R. McCracken, Attorney, Town Square Floors, Market Place Smiles, Ace Fire Equipment, Charlotte Hohensee-RE/MAX Centex Associates, Ray Bethke- Re/MAX, Dr. Kevin Miller of Georgetown Dermatology and Skin Cancer Center, Premier Mazada of Georgetown, Merrill Lynch of Georgetown, The Stacy Group, Guaranty Bank, Franklin Bank, Ron Isgitt of Hill Country Associates and David's Barber Shop of Georgetown.
 
In addition to these sponsors, we had a number of Units and Clubs from Ben Hur, as well as individuals, that were also sponsors of the golf tournament.
 
Pictures will be posted in the "Photo Gallery" on this site.
 
Annual Sun City Holiday Lighting -- Our date to start installing the Holiday Lights for Sun City is the Monday after Thanksgiving, December 1.  We will start at 8:30 am, meeting at the visitor's tower at the Williams Drive entrance.  A sign-up sheet for the various projects has been circulating at the last two Shrine Club Meetings and will be available again at the November 18 meeting.  We need more volunteers!!  Bring your coffee, gloves and wire cutters.
 
For more information, contact Lou Gibson (864-1542), Stan Brandenburg (864-1678), Saadi Ferris (931-0707), or Bob Campbell (863-9563).
 
Christmas Poinsettia Flowers Sale --  The Ruh Nub Daughters of the Nile are holding their annual Sale of flowers to decorate our homes.  Flowers will be available in Red, Pink, White, and Marble Colored; foil pot covers w.ill be available in Red or Gold.  Proceeds from the sale benefit the Ruh Neb Temple No. 64 General Fund.
 
The Poinsettia pik-up date is 6 December at the Ben Hur Shrine Center and will be in conjunction with Ruh Neb's Breakfast With Santa Claus.  Come in and join the Festivities and have a great Breakfast -- all in one morning!
 
An order form is available by clicking here .  Or you may contact Princess Tirzah Ann Davis at 512-663--0995 or 877-341- 2708, e-mail diamondannie756@gmail.com

"Tabs for Kids"

2009 Officers Elected

At the October 18 Shrine Club meeting the officers for 2009 were elected.  They are:

  • President:           Tom Hauss
  • Vice-President:   Jim Burden 
  • Treasurer:           Ron Ferreri
  • Secretary:           Al Scholin

Note that Secretary is a new office, being split out from Treasurer/Secretary per the revised by-laws proposed, voted upon, and approved earlier this year.

New Members (see the Club Roster via the Members Only menu item for their particulars)

Current Members -- Please keep us up-to-date regarding address, phone number, and e-mail changes.

 

Meetings

Business & fellowship meetings are held at the County Seat Cafe, on the Square in Georgetown, Texas. Meetings start at 5:30 p.m. with dinner at 6:00 p.m.

The next meeting is December 16.

 

Other activities and fundraising events occur throughout the year:

IHOP (Int'l House of Pancakes) Day

WalMart "Shake the Bucket" Day

Tent at the Red Poppy Festival - Georgetown

Shriners Night at Round Rock Express Ball Game

"Gift of Life" Golf Tournament

and more.... 

 

Officers to Contact

Keith Johnson, Pres.                           864-0678                   wkeithjohn@juno.com

Saadi Ferris, V.P.                               931-0707                   saferris@suddenlink.net 

Lou Gibson, Sec/Treasurer                  864-1542                    lougreyfox@verizon.net

Al Scholin, Webmaster/Scribe             864-9493                   ascholin@verizon.net

 

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