September - October 2019 • Volume 12, Issue 5 Shriners International • Ziyara Shriners • Whitesboro, New York BUGLE NOTES An official publication of Ziyara Shriners

Shrine Office: 315-732-5328 www.ziyarashriners.com Shrine Park Centre: 315-768-1340 PO Box 40, 8209 Halsey Road • Whitesboro Office Hours: M - Th 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Friday: Closed

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Born in Shanxi, China, Mahlia was severely burned in a house fire as an infant, leading to the September 15th loss of both her feet. At the Sportsman Raffle age of 3, she was adopted by her loving parents, Erienne Drawing Party and Kevin, who soon made Shrine Centre the choice to bring her to 2:00pm Shriners Hospitals for Children — Springfield for prosthetic services. September 19th Mahlia has an incredible connection with her prosthetist, Brock Candidate Night McConkey, because he is skilled in knowing which prosthetics are Shrine Centre going to be accommodating and “in fashion” for a growing girl. Each of her prosthetics caters to her lifestyle and liking. Whether it is 6:30pm patterned with butterflies, flowers, chalkboard, you name it, she has had it. To this day, Mahlia still reminisces about her favorite pair of prosthetics, which included a split toe design, allowing her to wear September 26th her favorite flip-flops. Since her first appointment, Mahlia has had one revision surgery and nearly 23 pairs of prosthetics. Stated Meeting and Ceremonial When she is not crushing sprints with her running blades at track Shrine Centre meets, Mahlia is fulfilling her competitive spirit through gymnastics, 6:30pm skiing, cheerleading or her all-time favorite sport, sled hockey.

Mahlia’s care at the Springfield Shriners Hospital has allowed her to walk to the best of her ability and live her daily life with little to no November 23rd - trouble at all. She is thriving as an athlete, is a big jokester, and has December 1st a zest for life by finding enjoyment in each person she meets and experience she encounters. Mahlia is an aspiring photojournalist who FEZtival of Trees wants to travel the world. Masonic Care Community message from the potentate Nobles and Ladies, it has been a busy and productive summer!

On June 30th, 42 nobles, ladies, and family members traveled to Nashville for the 2019 Imperial Session. Everyone had a fun time making incredible memories! We participated in the parade, toured the sites and enjoyed the fellowship during our Ziyara dinner gatherings. We concluded our week by viewing the largest 4th of fireworks display in the United States.

On July 27th, we had our Ziyara Family Picnic at the Shrine Center. We had perfect weather for the day. Over 65 Nobles, family and friends attended. The kids, young and old, enjoyed the bounce house and water balloons. We had plenty of food and fellowship. The evening ended with several families camping out with a camp fire, fireworks, and cocktails. Thank you to all who supported this event!

Our most recent event was the Potentate’s Ball held on August 24th at Aqua Vino, in Utica. This was more than just a Ball to celebrate myself or Ziyara. We were there to celebrate you and all your superpowers that you bring to the Shrine. It was a wonderful evening with colorful attire, a great buffet, delicious desserts, and dancing. Steve Armstrong was the Master of Ceremonies for the evening with Mark Alvarado as the DJ. The evening continued past the scheduled time as many enjoyed the dancing and just couldn’t stop! On behalf of myself and my Lady Carolyn, we extend a heartfelt THANK YOU to all who joined us and helped us make a memorable night!

We have concluded our parade season for the year. We attended the Do-Dah Days Parade in Ilion, the Honor America Days Parade in Rome and the Woodsmen Parade in Boonville. We had good showings for each of these parades and I would like to thank all who took time out of their busy personal schedules and participated.

Fall is on our doorsteps and we need to turn our attention to the Sportsman Raffle.Tickets and posters are still available in the office. We have about a week left to sell tickets. Please continue to sell right up to the drawing day! The Sportsman Raffle drawings will be held on Sunday, September 15th. This is our 2nd biggest fundraiser of the year and we need your help supporting it.

We have a membership candidate night scheduled for September 19th, at 6:30pm. Please bring any prospective candidates to meet the Shriners to find out more of what we are about. This is a good time to get petitions in for this Fall Ceremonial. Light refreshments will be provided. Our next Stated Meeting and Fall Ceremonial is scheduled for September 26th at 6:30pm. We hope to see the attendance grow from the last stated meeting, which was wonderfully attended.

Unfortunately we have to cancel the /Super Hero party scheduled for October 26th due to scheduling conflicts.

Please remember that our final and largest fundraiser of the year will be here before you know it. The FEZtival of Trees! The dates for this are November 23rd thru December 1st. Further information regarding the opportunities to help with this event will be coming soon.

Enjoy the cool weather, changing leaves, pumpkin and apple everything! Thank you for your continued support! Tickets are available at the office

Ziyara ShrinerS 2019 SportSman raffle

All prizes provided by

Each prize valued between $225.00 and $1,500.00 **BASS PRO SHOP CREDIT AVAILABLE IN LIEU OF ANY PRIZE** Tickets: $20.00 each (Cash, Check or Credit Cards Accepted) Drawing Party to be held on Sunday September 15th, 2019 from 2:00pm to 5:00pm at Ziyara Shrine Center • PO Box 40, 8209 Halsey Rd. • Whitesboro, NY 13492 Prize Value

1) Benelli Super Black Eagle 3 Camo 12ga $1,500.00 2) Ruger Precision Rifle 6.5 Creedmor or .308 $1,200.00 3) Browning Hells Canyon Speed Assorted Calibers $875.00 4) Tikka T3X Superlite Assorted Calibers $775.00 5) Henry Long Ranger 6.5 Creedmor $775.00 6) Winchester SX4 Black Shadow $700.00 7) Sig Sauer P320 with Romeo Sight $650.00 8) Kimber Micro9 STG $475.00 9) Henry Silver Boy 22 lr or 22 mag $450.00 10) Smith & Wesson M&P Shield Assorted Calibers $450.00 11) Remington 870 Home Defense $350.00 12) Remington 700 ADL Varmit $375.00 13) Thompson Center Compass Assorted Calibers $300.00 14) Bear Cruzer G2 Bow $300.00 15) Remington 870 Pump, 12 ga. or 20 ga. $300.00 16) CVA Wolf Stainless Muzzleloader Combo $300.00 17) Yeti Tundra 65 Cooler $275.00 18) Ruger LCP 2 .380 $250.00 19) Henry Survival Rifle 22 lr $225.00 20) Center Point 270 Cross Bow $225.00 Tickets available from any Shriner, calling our office at 315-732-5328. Additional tickets will be available at the drawing. Need not to be present to win. Proceeds benefit Ziyara Shriners and are not tax deductible. Winners responsible for all federal and state tax as applicable.

Ziyara Shriners Present The FEZtival of Trees th st November 23 – December 1 2019 Hosted by:

Start this year’s Season with the area’s most GRAND TREE “EXTRAVAGANZA” ______Bring your Friends & Family to see a new twist on a “GREAT” Community Event ______See the “SPECTACLE” WIN a uniquely decorated tree adorned with a variety of themed gifts & delights ______Admission Adults - $2 Children 12 & Under - FREE Raffle Tickets - 25 tickets for $5

EVENT LOCATION : Masonic Care Community What is it? 2150 Bleecker St. Utica, NY 13501 The FEZtival of Trees is a weeklong public event (Closed on Thanksgiving) where Saturday Nov. 23rd 10am — 8pm local businesses & organizations donate fully decorated Christmas Trees (artificial) that are displayed and raffled off one by one to the public. Sunday Nov. 24th 10am — 8pm

Each tree winner will receive their very own uniquely decorated Christmas Monday Nov. 25th 12pm — 8pm Tree, PLUS all the gifts contained under the tree. Values will range based on Tuesday Nov. 26th 12pm — 8pm décor and gifts chosen by each Tree Sponsor. Other raffles will also be available. Santa and the Zany Elves will be present on some nights for fun and Photos. Wednesday Nov. 27th 12pm — 8pm Food & Beverages will be available for purchase. Friday Nov. 29th 9am — 8pm For more info: Call 315-732-5328 Saturday Nov. 30th 9am — 8pm Visit: UticaFEZtivalOfTrees.com Sunday Dec. 1st 9am — 5pm Email: [email protected] Drawings begin 5:00 pm on Sunday Dec 1st Winning pick-up on Monday December 2nd Order online at www.ziyarashriners.com today! DONATIONS

Patient Transportation Fund

In Memory of Anthony Collea By: Chestnut Hills Condominium Properties Black Camel In Memory of Bonita Nagy By: Ziyara Drum and Bugle Corp David J. Champion • 5/24/19 Edward J. Chapin Jr. • 5/26/19 Shrine Park Centre Richard E. Wire • 5/31/19 William R. Capanna • 7/10/19 In Memory of Noble William R. Capanna By: Ill. Sir Louis Leogrande Jr., PP

In Memory of Mark Steckler To refer a patient to By: Ill. Sir Louis Leogrande Jr., PP Shriners Hospitals for Children call the patient referral line at 800-237-5055. You can also email Springfield Hospital [email protected] to begin the referral process. Patients do not need to In Memory of Sam Diskin By: Ill. Sir Louis Leogrande Jr., PP be referred or sponsored by a Shriner.

In Memory of James Mowat By: Ill. Sir Louis Leogrande Jr., PP Mosqueteers Pull Tabs We cordially invite all widows of Shriners By: Bruce and Sondra Coe By: Denti School to join us for lunch at Castlewood, 1307 By: J D George Elementary School Champlin Ave, Utica, NY at 12:00 pm on the By: Solsville Hotel By: American Legion Post 232 second Thursday of every month. By: Lori M. Dutcher For more information call Marilyn Kane at 315-732-3991 or Fraternal Items By: Noble Richard Lawler Joyce Ebensperger at 315-793-3199

Name: ______Address: ______City:______State: ______Zip: ______

 I would like to include Ziyara Shriners in my trust or estate plans  I have already included Ziyara Shriners in my plans  I would like to make a contribution to Ziyara Shriners. Please find enclosed: $ ______

For more information please contact Ziyara Shriners. PO Box 40 Whitesboro, NY 13492 315-732-5328 [email protected] Ziyara Shriners P.O. Box 40 8209 Halsey Rd. Whitesboro, NY 13492

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The Bugle is produced by the Ziyara Shrine Office Ill. Kenneth R. Williams, Potentate • Paul Towne, Recorder Ill. Norm Jeche PP, Treasurer • Ross V. Stoltz, Temple Editor

ZIYARA SHRINERS OFFICIAL NOTICE OF STATED MEETING AND CEREMONIAL To All Members of ZIYARA TEMPLE Notice is hereby given that a Stated Meeting and Ceremonial will be held Thursday, September 26th, 2019 at the Shrine Center beginning at 6:30pm Dress: 2019 Divan Outfit for Divan Nobles: Sport Coat or Suit

The purpose of this meeting is to conduct any business which may come before the Temple. Your attention is called to the mandate of the Imperial Council Bylaws, that in order to gain admission to this or any other meeting of the Temple during the 2019 you must show your 2019 dues card.

A t t e s t : Fraternally P a u l T o w n e Ill. Kenneth R. Williams R e c o r d e r Potentate