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Kora SandsKora SandsVolume 34, No. 4 Winter 2019-2020

THANKSGIVING WEEKSaturday, Nov. 23: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. ~ Sunday, Nov. 24: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 25 to Wednesday, Nov. 27: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. ~ Thursday, Nov. 28: CLOSEDFriday, Nov. 29: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. ~ Saturday, Nov. 30: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

FEZtival of TreesFEZtival

Kora ShrineKora Shrine14th Annual

KORA SANDS WINTER 2019-2020

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ELECTIVE DIVANIll. Potentate ........................................................................ Richard HersomChief Rabban ............................................................ Gerard “Sonny” JutrasAssistant Rabban ...................................................................Brent TanguayHigh Priest and Prophet ................................................. Robert McKinleyOriental Guide .......................................................................James BennettTreasurer ..................................................................................Barry Gates P.P.Recorder ....................................................................................John Knox P.P.

APPOINTIVE DIVAN1st Ceremonial Master ........................................................... Paul Gardner2nd Ceremonial Master .................................................Kenneth GotreauCeremonial Director ........................................................... Jim HennemanMarshall............................................................................................. Barry IrishCaptain of the Guard ........................................................ Michael ZubiateOuter Guard ............................................................................ Ryan ShermanChaplain .......................................................................Charles “Russ” Thayer

HEADS OF UNITSUnits Colonel ...................................................................... Bernie McAllisterUnits Lt. Colonel ........................................................................Robert DoyleAides ......................................................................................................Al SmithAmbassadors ................................................................................... Ed DodgeArab Patrol ...............................................................................Frederick FieldBand .........................................................................................Thomas NelsonBuccaneers ...........................................................................Eugene TanguayCrazy Cops ..................................................................................Michael KlickCycle Corps ............................................................................... Daniel JordanDrifters .......................................................................................... Bernie FortinFacts and Figures ..........................................................................Glenn ColeFlags ............................................................................................... Bruce FifieldFunsters .................................................................................... Adam TanguayGreeters ....................................................................................Crawford PerryHighlanders ......................................................................Chester MatthewsKarts ..............................................................................................Chris BartschKlowns ................................................................................................Jay PoirierLegion of Honor .........................................................................Tony PerkinsLog Rollers ................................................................................... Dana BrownMedical Unit .............................................................................David SaphierMini Racers .................................................................................... John MellorMopeds ..........................................................................................Jim FairfieldMotor Corps ........................................................................... Thomas BudekOriental Band .......................................................................... Steve CappersProvost ..........................................................................................John DumasRenegades ................................................................................. Edward BealsSecond Section ........................................................................ Robert Taylor

E-MAIL ADDRESSESPotentate (Richard Hersom) [email protected] (John Knox, P.P.) [email protected] Manager (Kate Hansen)… [email protected] (Marc DeBlois) ................. [email protected] Sands .......................................................... [email protected]

HOSPITAL INFORMATIONBoston Burns Hospital ........................................................ 617-722-3000 Member Board of Governors .......................................David SaphierSpringfield Hospital ........................... 413-787-2000 or 800-322-5905 Member Board of Governors ............................................ Tim Luttrell Associate Member ..................................................... Stephen Morgan

HEADS OF CLUBS/OTHERAndroscoggin County Shrine Club ..................................... Tom ViningATV Club .................................................................................. John HutchinsBrewers Club .......................................................................Scott AinsworthCash Calendar Club ................................................................Robert DoyleCircus ......................................................... Glen Lalumiere, Michael KlickCommunications Committee..............................................Marc DeBloisCumberland County Shrine Club ...........................................Barry IrishDonor Relations ......................................................................... Tim LuttrellFeztival of Trees .................................... Marc DeBlois, Bernie McAllisterFoundation ................................................................................... Barry Gates Hillbilly Club ................................................................Christopher DiSottoHospital Committee ................................................................. Tim LuttrellInsurance Committee ................................................................Dick AlbertKampers .................................................................................. Dan BeardsleyKare for Kids Ride-In ........................................................... Brent TanguayKennebec Valley Shrine Club ............................................Calvin YeatonKora DeMolay Council ...................................................Peter ProvencherKraftsman ............................................................................Brian FarringtonLobster Bowl .............................................................................. Joe HersomMembership .............................................. Paul Gardner, Ryan ShermanMidcoast Shrine Club .............................................................Craig CooleyOxford County Shrine Club ............................................. Adam TanguayTrustees .....................................................................................Randy Murray Western Mountain Shrine Club ........................................... Glen GibsonWidows Club ................................................................................Eileen FalesYork County Shrine Club ...................................................Ronald Bolduc

KORA SANDS DEADLINESJanuary 15th, 2020 ~ to cover March, April, May

April 15th, 2020 ~ to cover June, July, August

July 15th, 2020 ~ to cover September, October, November

October 15th, 2019 ~ to cover December, January, February

Please e-mail articles and photographs to:[email protected]

KORA SHRINE CENTER11 Sabattus Street

Lewiston, Maine 04240Fax: 207-782-2870

Kora Sands editor: Joline Cloutier, Central Maine GraphicsPublished four times a year by Kora Shrine Center

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A ProclamationEs Selamu Aleikum

The call of the muezzinCries out to all

Ye poor sons of the desertIt is the will of the Potentate

That the Election of 2020 officers

of Kora Shriners,Shriners International

Be held at The Kora Shrine Center on

Saturday, December 7In the year of our Lord 2019.The meeting will commence

at 2:00 p.m.Elections will immediately

Follow any other necessary business

Aleikum Es Selam

Ill. Richard E. HersomIllustrious Potentate

325.11(a) Electioneering. A candidate for an elected office in a shrine

temple may print, publish and circulate during the year he is seeking the elected office, a resume consisting of his educational background, his vocational history, and his Masonic and Shrine record. Except as provided in the prior sentence, the printing, publication, circulating or distribution of resolutions, letters, telegrams, tickets, email or other devices by a unit, club, Noble, or group of Nobles, suggesting, recommending, opposing, or containing the names of proposed candidates for office in the temple is prohibited.

(b) Expenditures Prohibited. The expenditure of money for gifts, favors, or entertainment on behalf of a candidate for elected office is prohibited.

(c ) Violation. For any violation of (a) or (b), the Imperial Potentate may suspend any offending Noble, and he may declare the election of the officers void and order a new election.

(d) Notice. At least one week prior to the annual meeting or any election, the temple recorder shall mail to each member a notice thereof containing this section.

HELP WANTEDThe Oxford Couty Shrine Club

is looking for volunteers to help at Sunday River

to staff tables and drive buses at our Feztival,

December 13th, 14th, and 15th. If you are interested please email

[email protected]

DO YOU SHOP WITH AMAZON?Consider using Amazon Smile! Every time you shop at smile.

amazon.com, Amazon gives right back to charity. Shriners Hospitals for Children recently received a quarterly donation of $20,973.06 thanks to customers using the program!

To date, AmazonSmile has donated a total of $133,555.84 to Shriners Hospitals for Children.

SHRINE CLUBSSome members may not be aware of the presence of

local shrine clubs in Koraland. Shrine clubs for years have been a way to further extend the fellowship of our fraternity. Clubs are localized to certain communities, making it more convenient for our nobles and their ladies to gather and socialize on a more frequent basis. Membership is open to any noble; you are welcome to join any shrine club you wish regardless of your home location. Shrine clubs generally meet in the Fall, Winter, and Spring, moving functions outside for the summer months. Membership is extended to brand new nobles for no dues assessment during their first calendar year as a shriner. Many newer members do not get the opportunity to experience all that the fraternity has to offer, these club meetings are a great way to meet fellow nobles and ladies.

This article should stand as an open invitation to all nobles not currently a member of a shrine club to seek out their local group, contact the person listed in this article and join in the camaraderie. See page 2 for a list of active clubs and contacts.


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FROM THE RECORDER’S DESK………by John R. Knox, P.P., Recorder

Greetings Nobles:As we rapidly approach the end of the

Shrine Year, I can truly say “Time Flies……especially as one gets older”. Serving in the office of Recorder for Kora Shriners is an honor

and privilege. Our Nobles and Ladies are committed to serving the organization in support of the fraternal activities, and in the

FROM THE DESK OF THE POTENTATE

by Illustrious Potentate Richard Hersom

MEMBERSHIP RAMBLINGSBy Paul Gardner, Membership Chair

Parade season may be over, but there is still much to keep us very busy. Your Membership Committee has been hard at work, and at our Fall Ceremonial we welcomed six new Nobles to our Kora family. We also recognized several nobles who have dedicated 50 years of service to Kora. As in the past, we will continue to have Cold Sands ceremonies when needed, so that new nobles can become active as soon as possible.

Membership numbers are looking good for the year so far. It looks like we will exceed the numbers for last year, not only in creations, but also restorations. Projected NPD suspensions are below last year as well. There are still quite a few Nobles who are “lost in the desert.” We haven’t heard from these folks and they are at risk of being suspended. Perhaps you are aware of one? Encourage them to contact the membership committee or the Kora office.

There are still tickets available for the Membership committee’s “Rifle Raffle.” You could be the lucky winner of a Henry Shriner’s Tribute edition .22 rifle. Don’t be left out! See a committee member or the Kora Office to get your tickets. Whether you are a shooter or not, this is a really nice addition to any Shriner’s collection. Since only 300 tickets will be sold, odds of winning are pretty good.

Imperial Sir Jeff Sowder’s membership campaign is picking up speed. “Just One.” A simple but powerful idea drives this initiative: If every current Shriner commits to recruiting or restoring “Just One” noble to our temple, the ranks of our brotherhood will swell tremendously.

Back in January when I was tasked with the Potentates position again I knew this would be a challenge. I had been away from the Kora Divan and units for the past 4 years and I really didn’t know what to expect. I am happy to say that throughout this year I have seen great strides made within Kora. The units and clubs, the event committees, and all the ladies have come together as a community. This is how Kora should be and by coming together as a unit, many more things can be achieved.

All the events so far this year have ended on a positive note and I know this will continue throughout the coming years. Your incoming Divan has proven to be capable and willing to support all the Nobles of Kora. Please welcome them and use them as a resource.

Lady Liz and I would like to thank you for all your support and for making our job easier. We have all worked hard this year and it shows. I would like to again thank you all for a great 2019. Best of luck to you all your endeavors.

FaithfullyIll. Richard Hersom 2015 & 2019

support of our philanthropy, Shriner’s Hospitals for Children, as evidenced by results of our fundraising activities throughout the year. Great job!

One important aspect of our ability to continue to have successful events is always to be working on MEMBERSHIP. Imperial Potentate Jeffrey Sowder has focused on membership with his “JUST ONE” campaign – if each member brought in “JUST ONE” new candidate, think of the positive growth we could experience. It is entirely possible and doable.

I would urge all Nobles and Ladies to be active in the upcoming events – the Feztival of Trees – both in Lewiston and a new satellite location at Sunday River Ski Resort in December, as well as the end of season and end of the year Unit and Club events.

Invite a Master Mason to one of these events and let him see first hand that ours is a fraternity of fun, fellowship, and philanthropy.

A final note, please be sure to submit your dues payments before the end of the year. You will need your 2020 Membership Card to participate in events in the New Year – and if you have not yet submitted your 2019 payments, please do so as soon as possible. If there are extenuating circumstances that may impact your immediate payment, please contact the Recorder – there are means available to assist Nobles to get through a challenge. Don’t hesitate to let me know – we do not want to lose any Noble for non-payment. Assisting a Brother in need is a vital tenet of our organization.

Stay safe and stay healthy in the upcoming Holiday Season!Fraternally, John R. Knox, P.P., Recorder



KORA SHRINE CENTER FOUNDATIONA 501 C 3 Corporation by Barry Gates, PP, President

MissionThe mission of the Kora Shrine Center Foundation is to raise

funds to preserve, protect, and maintain the historic Kora Shrine Center and its significant artwork.

The Foundation will raise capital to help underwrite the real estate related costs associated with maintaining and preserving the Kora Shrine Center. All donations to the Foundation are tax deductible under IRS Code 170. Donors will be entitled to declare their contribution as a charitable gift. Please consult your tax advisor.

The Foundation welcomes gifts of cash, invested securities such as stocks and bonds, real estate, collectables, and life insurance proceeds. Multi-year pledge-giving is also an option for donors. Please consider the Foundation in your estate planning. Example: pledge-give $1,000/year for the next 5 years, payable in lump-sum or installments. Representatives of the Foundation are anxious to meet with Nobles, and/or their families, to discuss these and other giving-options. Contact Rick Olfene or Barry Gates for more information.

Kora Shrine Stated MeetingWednesday, December 4, 2019

Members OnlyAGENDA

5:00pm Unit Rooms Open for Refreshment LEGION OF HONOR5:50pm Invocation 6:00pm Dinner ** BUCCANEERS AND CRAZY COPS6:30pm Welcome / Pledge Allegiance6:35pm Roll Call a. Moment of silence for our fallen brothers, friends and family b. Report of the Recorder c. Report of the Treasurer d. Hospital Happenings f. Membership g. Trustees j. Feztival of Trees 2019 k. KORA Foundation l. Unit Directors Surveys o. Question from the floorClosing Remarks: Colonial Bernie McAllister ILL. Sir Richard HersomMeeting Adjourns

Next Stated Meeting ~ 2020 - TBD

If you know of a Master Mason who would like to join our ranks, get them a petition, or drop us a line at [email protected]. Remember, any Noble who is the first line signer for two or more new Nobles will get next year’s dues paid. It’s easy to send in a referral by going to beashrinernow.com/referral. They will help get things moving and make these men Masons and Nobles.

~~~~~ CELEBRATING 50 YEARS ~~~~~

Shown with Illustrious Rick Hersom, 50 year members who were present on September 27. (L to R) Duncan Webster, Wayne Whitney, Robert Steele, Lloyd Cushman, Charles Ridlon.

At the Fall Ceremonial on September 27, Illustrious Rick Hersom presented 50 Year Membership Certificates and Pins to a distinguished group of Kora Nobles. A total of 23 Nobles will reach their 50 year milestone in 2020 – 5 of them were able to join us for the evening. Those attending were: Lloyd Cushman, Charles Ridlon (Past Grand Master of Maine), Robert Steele, Duncan Webster, and Wayne Whitney. Others not able to attend include: Vernon Bean, John Bond, Sr., Charles Coffin, Thomas Cushman, Richard Elliott, Glenn Foster, Kenneth Fryover, Robert Miele, Arnold Moore, Sheridan Nickerson, Robert Plummer, Elton Powers, Harold Snow, Erlon Varney, John Wilbur, Dennis Wilson, Leslie Knapp and Alan Snow. Pins and certificates will be presented to these Nobles in person where possible, or mailed per their request. If they contact the Recorder with the preferred method, we will be sure they are delivered.


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DECEMBER 2019

Lobster Bowl Mtg Arab Patrol MtgKora Band Meeting/Rehearsal

Second Section Christmas PartyFeztival of Trees at the Jordan (Sunday River)

Kora ProvostCycle Corp MtgKora Mini Racers MtgKora Karts Mtg

Kora Highlanders MtgProvost Mtg

Buccaneers Mtg York County Shrine ClubAndroscoggin County Shrine ClubFeztival of Trees Mtg

Crazy Cop Mtg Divan MtgLegion of HonorKora HighlandersOxford County Shrine Club

Springfield Board Meeting Kora Band Meeting/Rehearsal

Kennebec County Shrine Club

Boston Hospital Meeting

Kora Klowns

Kora Stated MtgKora DriftersKora Highlanders

NOVEMBER 2019

Kora Band Meeting/RehearsalCircus Meeting

Kora Provost Stated MeetingLobster Bowl MtgFeztival Safety Mtg

Arab Patrol Mtg Kora Highlanders MtgKora Drifters

Cycle Corp Mtg

Kora Mini Racers MtgKora Karts Mtg

Kora ProvostKora Highlanders Mtg


Feztival of Trees Set-upBuccaneers Mtg

York County Shrine ClubAndroscoggin County Shrine ClubFeztival of Trees Mtg

Crazy CopsKora Highlanders Kora Legion of HonorDivan MtgOxford County Shrine Club

Feztival of TreesKora Highlanders

Feztival of TreesKVSC

Feztival of TreesKora Klowns

Maine DeMolay – Honors & Awards – Port Masonic HallKora Provost

Feztival of Trees Feztival of Trees

Feztival of Trees

Feztival of Trees

ACSC Turkey Smoker

Feztival of Trees Set-up

Feztival of Trees Set-up

Shriners Night at Maine Nordiques at 7PM

Grand Assembly of MEMaine Rainbow Medievel Theater Banquet

Feztival Clean-up

Breakfast with Santa Feztival of Trees at the Jordan (Sunday River)

Feztival of Trees at the Jordan (Sunday River)

Election of Officers

Cumberland County Shrine CLub




JANUARY 2020

Kora HighlandersKora Drifters

Kora Band Meeting/Rehearsal

Lobster Bowl Mtg Arab Patrol Mtg Kora HighlandersKora Provost

York County Shrine ClubCycle Corp MtgKora Mini RacersKora Karts


Kora Highlanders Oxford County Shrine ClubLegion of Honor


Buccaneers MtgYCSCACSCFeztival of Trees Mtg

Trustees MtgDivan MtgLegion of Honor MtgKora Highlanders Mtg

Unit Officers Installation Kora Highlanders Mtg



Kora Klowns

Anah Installation

FEBRUARY 2020

Lobster Bowl Mtg Arab Patrol Mtg Kora HighlandersKora Drifters

Cycle Corp MtgKora Mini RacersKora Karts

Kora HighlandersDivan Meeting

Buccaneers Mtg Crazy Cop Mtg

Kora HighlandersKora Provost


Legion of Honor MtgKora HighlandersOxford County Shrine Club

Kora Klowns

Springfield Hospital MeetingKora Band Meeting/Rehearsal

Kora Fun Night

Kora Installation of Officers

Crazy Cops

Kora Band Meeting/Rehearsal


Circus Mtg

Anah

KVSC Potentate Reception

KVSC

Robbie Burns

Aleppo visitation Aleppo visitation


Circus Mtg

YCSCACSCFeztival of Trees Mtg

Valentine Dinner and Dance


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Please join Ill Richard Hersom and his Lady Liz for the

2019 Business Meeting and Election of Officers

Followed by a Buffet Dinner and Entertainment

Saturday December 7, 2019

AGENDA

2:00 PM Business Meeting for nobles and election of officers

2:00 PM Ladies Program in the Oasis

4:30 PM Social hour with appetizers in the Oasis

5:30 PM Dinner catered by Ice Box Catering

6:30 PM Dessert, Coffee, and Entertainment in the Ceremonial Hall

Price is $25.00 per person. Register online at Korashriners.org

or call the Kora Office at 207-782-6831

Merry Christmas to All!

Have you been naughty or nice?



A ProclamationEs Selamu Aleikum

The call of the muezzinCries out to all

Ye poor sons of the desertIt is the will of the Potentate

That the Annual Meeting of Kora Shriners

And the Kora Building Association,Shriners International

Be held at The Kora Shrine Center on

Saturday, January 11In the year of our Lord 2020.The meeting will commence

at 3:00 p.m.Installation of 2020 Officers will

Commence at 6:00 p.m.

Aleikum Es Selam

Ill. Richard E. HersomIllustrious Potentate

NEW NOBLES RECEIVED INTO KORA

From left to right: Clady Clarisa and Noble Bruno Salazar-Perea, John Gailey, PP and his sponsor new noble, David Gleason,

Noble Todd Burnett and Rob McKinley, HPP, Lady Doreen and Noble Skip Harvey, Noble Dennis Weightman and Lady Patricia

and Noble Forrest Genthner and Lady Molly. Welcome!

September 27 was a special night for 6 new Nobles who joined the ranks of Kora Temple. The Kora Kraftsmen and the Second Section conducted both the First and Second Sections of our Ceremonial Ritual for the 6 new Nobles. Illustrious Rick Hersom opened the hall for the first portion of the Initiation to the assembled Nobles and Ladies, which was well received by the guests. The hall was then secured for Nobles only as the work progressed into the signs, words and tokens, as well as the Second Section.

The new Nobles joining us are: Carlton “Skip” Harvey and Lady Doreen, Dennis Weightman and Lady Patricia, Bruno Salazar-Perea and Lady Clarisa, Todd Burnett, David Gleason, and Forrest Genthner and Lady Molly.

All the new members and their ladies expressed how welcoming the Nobility was for the evening. They also enjoyed watching the several 50 year members receive their special recognition. We are looking forward to these new Nobles and their Ladies as they become involved in the activities and events we have to offer.

$$ Pot Of Gold $$ The 2019 Divan has decided to do a pot of gold starting with the April stated meeting. That evening each noble will be given a ticket, at some point during the evening we’ll draw a winning ticket. A lucky noble could go home with a crisp $100.00 bill. But, if we draw a blank ticket, it rolls over to next

stated meeting which would be worth $200.00. Every stated meeting we’ll add $100.00 to the pot if no winner is picked. But you must attend stated meetings to get a ticket. Let us all bring the fun back and keep Kora strong. Good luck to all.

TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE 2019 Divan

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Annual Meeting & Installation Saturday, January 11, 2020

Schedule of Events 11:30 AM Ladies Luncheon - $20 PP - See flyer on page 12 1:00 PM Opening of the Temple 1:30 PM Business Meeting for Nobles 2:00 PM Units Assemble for Presentations 3:30 PM Temple at Recess 3:45 PM Social Hour and Reception 4:45 PM Buffet Dinner - $25.00 PP - See menu on page 11 Auction of Centerpieces - First Ladies Project 6:30 PM Introductions Necrology service Installation of 2020 Officers Remarks by Ill. Rick Hersom Presentations Closing the temple 8:00 PM Dessert and cocktails in the Dining Hall Hospitality in the Oasis

Please register by December 27th - See Registration form on page 11

A block of rooms has been reserved at the Hampton Inn, Lincoln St., Lewiston, ME A special deal at $ 99.00 per night plus tax, including breakfast. Call the Hampton

Inn at 207-344-1000, for reservations, tell them you are with the Kora Shrine

Bus service will be provided from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM to and from the hotel and to and from the Ladies Luncheon



Annual Meeting & Installation Saturday, January 11, 2020

Ladies Luncheon Menu Choice of 2 Soups

Fruit Platter Vegetable Platter

Meat & Cheese Platter 2 Salads

Assorted Bread **Bus Service will be provided to and

from the Ladies Luncheon**

Buffet Dinner Menu Roasted Garlic Potatoes Honey Teriyaki Chicken Chef Carved Top Sirloin

Seasonal Vegetables Dinner Rolls w/Butter

**Coffee and Dessert Bar to

follow Installation**

Please register by December 27th

Kora Annual Meeting & Installation Registration Form

Noble:____________________________ Lady:____________________________

I’d like ______ Ladies luncheon tickets @ $ 20.00 PP $______ I’d like ______ Buffet Dinner tickets @ $25.00 PP $______ Total $______

Mail form to Kora Shrine Center, 11 Sabattus St. Lewiston, ME 04240 Credit card payments: Kora office at 207-782-6831 or go to korashriners.org


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All Ladies are invited to the

2020 Kora Shriners

Ladies Luncheon

Saturday, January 11th, 202011:30AM - 2:00PM

The Carriage House1119 Lisbon Street, Lewiston, Maine

MENU• Choice of 2 Soups• Fruit Platter• Vegetable Platter• Meat & Cheese Platter• 2 Salads• Assorted Bread

$20 per personPlease register by December 27th. See registration form on page 11.

Bus service will be provided from 11:00 AM to and from the Ladies Luncheon.



SHRINERS HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN BOSTON

Kenia's story

Kenia, 21, came to the Boston Shriners Hospital from El Salvador when she was only 12 years old after suffering severe burns from an accident involving loose wires at the mall. Even though it was many years ago, she remembers the event and the experiences that followed quite vividly.

Upon her arrival at the hospital, Kenia was rushed into surgery for an emergency amputation of her arm. Her mother remained glued to her side the whole time. “Of course, as mothers are, she tried to protect me and wrapped a blanket around me, so I couldn’t see [my amputated arm]. But when they moved me from one bed to the other, the sheet fell off and I saw myself. So in the beginning, I didn’t want anyone to talk or look at me — only my mom,” Kenia shared. Kenia felt she would be ostracized as a result of her injury.

Kenia’s mother was also severely impacted by the accident, as her sadness made her almost unrecognizable to her daughter. Kenia’s bravery, however, kept them both strong through the journey. Another supportive figure in this difficult time was Kenia’s doctor, Joseph Upton, M.D. Dr. Upton was there every step of the way during her treatment. Every time she would cry, he would find a way to reassure and comfort her.

“I have really developed and progressed since the accident. I didn’t think I’d be able to live in the same way, or do the things I loved anymore like basketball or dance. I stopped riding my bike. I didn’t think I’d be able to drive on my own, put on makeup, or dress myself. But now, I can do all of that,” said Kenia. Relearning and adjusting to functioning was a challenge, but with practice and

From the left: Sandy Barrett, care manager; Miriam Kearns, interpreter; Richard Ehrlichman, M.D., surgeon; Taya Cloonan, care manager.

her support system at Shriners Hospitals for Children — Boston, she has grown stronger than ever.

Having just completed her first year of college, she reflects on how receiving a prosthetic changed her life. Even though she’s only 21, Kenia has many big dreams for the future, including working at a hospital so she can one day help other children reach their goals and progress through treatment, just like she did.

“From the bottom of my heart, I’m so grateful for everyone at Shriners,” Kenia said. “They returned my life back to me. At first I couldn’t walk, and now I can. I came here with my body incomplete, and they fixed and reconstructed me.”

SPRINGFIELD HOSPITAL HAPPENINGSA Valuable Part of the Team

Paws is the lovable canine mascot for the Valley Blue Sox, a New England Collegiate Baseball League team based in Holyoke, Massachusetts. Always a fan favorite, he never shies away from a photo opportunity or chance to dance. But fans may not realize that the person bringing Paws to life at many home games is Irvin, a 14-year-old with cerebral palsy.

When Irvin was diagnosed at age 3, his family brought him from Puerto Rico to the United States in search of the best care

for his condition. He came to Shriners Hospitals for Children — Springfield, located in Massachusetts.

“When he began treatment as a patient in the neuromuscular clinic, Irvin had limited movement on the right side of his body,” said Irvin’s mom, Isabel. “Bracing, physical therapy and participation in the hospital’s BFit power-based exercise and cycling programs improved his mobility and gave him the confidence and endurance he needed to pursue mascot acting,

which is very physically demanding.” Irvin admits that the job of mascot isn’t easy. “It can be hard

to wear the costume for long periods of time while dancing and performing,” he said. “But the best part is having the opportunity to interact with people of all ages and entertain them, and making the audience a part of my mascot world.”

Chris Weyant, general manager of Valley Blue Sox, explained that Irvin is a valuable part of the team. “Irvin is the definition of a team player, always willing to help at the ballpark at every turn,” he said. “The job of being a professional mascot is not an easy one, but he is always able to leave Blue Sox fans with a memorable experience when they meet Paws.”

Irvin and Mom

Paws


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When 18-year-old Chloe, a longtime patient of Shriners Hospitals for Children, saw the Barbie® Fashionista™ #121 doll with a prosthetic leg, she was more than excited. “I really was like oh my gosh, oh my gosh, finally a doll representing that segment of the population!”

As a teen with a prosthetic leg, Chloe didn’t have a doll that looked like her while growing up, so she knew this would mean a lot to others with limb differences. She decided she wanted to collect as many of the dolls as she could for other kids at Shriners

Hospitals for Children — Springfield in Massachusetts, where she has received prosthetic services since she was a toddler.

Chloe’s mom, Cindy, took to social media to ask friends and family to purchase the dolls as they found them, offering to pay. The request went viral and eventually Barbie herself got word of their efforts and replied to a tweet from Chloe’s brother who shared the story on Twitter. “The world needs #MoreRoleModels like Chloe. Sending a little something your way, @shrinershosp,” said the Tweet from Barbie. Donations poured in, filling Chloe’s dining room. No one asked to be reimbursed.

On Monday, Chloe and her mom delivered more than 400 of these special Barbie dolls – collected through family and friends – to the Springfield Shriners Hospital. Mattel, Inc., maker of Barbie, sent an additional 200 dolls to the hospital. Chloe was able to present one of the dolls to a fellow patient during her visit, and she says she hopes her donation will help other kids and teens with limb differences feel more confident.

SPRINGFIELD HOSPITAL HAPPENINGSShriners Hospitals for Children receives hundreds of Barbie dolls

with prosthetic legs from teen patient and Mattel

The donated dolls will serve as tools in therapeutic education and medical play for kids facing amputation – and their siblings – to help explain their situation, says Brock McConkey, CPO, manager, Pediatric Orthotic and Prosthetic Services (POPS) — Northeast, LLC. McConkey is the prosthetist who has fabricated and fitted Chloe with her legs for most of her life, and the person she says inspired her to make the donation.

This generous gift will be shared with Shriners Hospitals for Children’s 16 POPS locations around the U.S., where our teams design and customize orthotics and prosthetic devices that are tailored to the unique needs of each patient.

We are very grateful to Chloe, her mom, and the friends and families who supported these efforts, and to Mattel for their donation and their inclusive range of dolls to inspire kids like Chloe.

National Patient Ambassador Visits Springfield Shriners HospitalThe Springfield Shriners Hospital welcomed

Madelyn, one of the 2019-2020 National Patient Ambassadors for Shriners Hospitals for Children and her family to our facility on August 1. Madelyn is an aspiring occupational therapist attending Maryville University in St. Louis, Missouri, and had the opportunity to shadow Mary Ellen Brown, one of our OTs, during a session. Madelyn had a blast interacting with patients, and they learned a lot from each other!

The family loved meeting staff and patients throughout the course of their tour, and said that although they have been to 10 other locations, Springfield, MA is by far their favorite and most memorable!



The Shriners Tribute Edition is built on the award-winning Golden Boy platform featuring a 20″ blued steel octagonal barrel, American Walnut stocks, and fully-adjustable sights.

The right side of the receiver cover features an engraved Shriner shield in 24K gold plating and a banner scroll with the words “Fun, Fellowship and Philanthropy,” the core values of Shriners International.

Henry – Shriners Tribute Edition 22 Rifle Drawing to be held December 7, 2019

$20 per ticket, only 300 tickets will be sold! Winner need not be present to win

Sponsored by the Kora Membership Committee FMI: [email protected]

Tickets available from the Membership Committee or at the Kora Office

THIS IS A FRATERNAL FUND RAISER TO BENEFIT MEMBERSHIP AT KORA SHRINERS AND IS NOT DEDUCTABLE AS A CHARITABLE DONATION

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If so please send an email to [email protected] or call Kate at 207-782-6831.

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JUST ONE Referral Cards Every members has the opportunity to become part of this “Just One” Program. Ask a Divan member today for a referral card, return it to the office, and the Membership Team will get the ball rolling with information to your referral. OR use the one in this copy of the SANDS. TOGETHER, we can make this happen!

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Shriners Night at Maine Nordiques !!!

Kora Shriners have been invited back to the Androscoggin Bank Colisee for a hockey game between

the new NAHL team in town, the Maine Nordiques and the Johnstown Tomahawks from Pennsylvania.

Let’s fill the rink to show support for our hometown venue and these

young hockey players as they continue their pursuit of the National Hockey League.

Bring your FEZ so that the Shriners are noticed as an active part of the

community.

Wear your Unit or Kora shirt / jacket to stand out in the crowd.

$5 tickets will be available for purchase in the Kora office for this game until

November 8th.

Bring your families and friends !!!

Game date : Friday, November 15, 2019 7 pm game time (doors open at 6 pm)

Come on out and enjoy the new NAHL hockey team in Lewiston.


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KORA’S BREAKFAST WITH SANTA

December 8, 2019 8am – 11am

Kora Temple

11 Sabattus St, Lewiston

Make Christmas crafts

Decorate cookies

Have your picture taken with Santa

Breakfast $5 for adults Kids eat free



Live Entertainment

NewRaf le Room

50/50

$500 Maine State

LotteryTree

Photos with SantaCraft FairFood Court

THANKSGIVING WEEKSaturday, Nov. 23: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Sunday, Nov. 24: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Monday, Nov. 25 to Wednesday, Nov. 27: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Thursday, Nov. 28: CLOSED

Friday, Nov. 29: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.Saturday, Nov. 30: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

*Drawings of winners and awarding of prizes presented at 6 p.m. Need not be present to win.

ADMISSION ONLY $2.00 ADULTSCHILDREN UNDER 12 FREE

For more details contact Kora Temple at 782-6831 or visit us at

www.korashriners.org

11 Sabattus Street, Lewiston

*The net proceeds from this FEZtival of Trees are for the benefi t of Kora Temple. Payments are not deductible as charitable contributions.*

14th AnnualFully

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For more information or to reserve your space contact:

Dube Travel (207)784-2916 and ask for Terry or Erin

or email Terry at [email protected]

Itinerary July 30—Flight departs from Portland or Boston to Seattle

Arrive in Seattle and transfer to hotel July 31—Morning at leisure then transfer to ship at 11:30 am

Ship departs port at 4 pm August 1—day at sea August 2—Cruising Inside Passage in the morning

Juneau from noon to 9 pm August 3—Skagway from 7 am to 8:30 pm August 4—Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier from 7 am to noon August 5—day at sea August 6—Victoria, British Columbia from 8 am to 6 pm August 7—Back in Seattle at 6 am - pick up at port for 1/2 day

City tour and drop off at airport for flight home

EXPLORE “America’s Last Frontier” Join Chief Rabban Sonny Jutras and Lady Diane as they travel to see wondrous wildlife and marvel at theglaciers. On this cruise you will see some of Alaska’s top attractions including the Inside Passage, Juneau, Skagway, Victoria British Columbia, Endicott Arm & Dawes Glacier.

Pricing is based on double occupancy:

If air is from Portland cost is: Inside cabin—$2776 per person Oceanview cabin—$3006 per person Balcony cabin—$3426 per person

If air is from Boston cost is: Inside cabin—$2831 per person Oceanview cabin—$3061 per person Balcony cabin—$3481 per person *pricing includes bus to Boston roundtrip

**Single, triple or quad pricing available upon request

**Want a different cabin category ask us we will price it for you. Other categories available are Spacious Oceanview, Balcony cabin with larger balcony, Obstructed Balcony cabin and Jr. Suite

Kora Shriners Chief Rabban Sonny Jutras and Lady Diane invite you tojoin them on a cruise to Alaska

On Royal Caribbean’s newest ship Ovation of the Seas

July 30 to August 7, 2020

Pricing includes: -Estimated roundtrip air from Portland or Boston-all transfers-1 night pre in Seattle-1/2 day city tour of Seattle-7 night cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Ovation of the Seas-Shipboard gratuities-Entertainment on board the ship-All meals and snacks on board the ship-All port charges and taxes

Payment Schedule: -Deposit of $400 per person due with reservation form-A second payment of $400 per person is due October 25-A third payment of $400 per person is due January 25

Final payment being due no later than April 15, 2020

*Want a monthly payment plan let us know and we willget that set up for you.

Dawes Glacier

Endicott Arms

There's still time to sign up!


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HHeeaarr YYee!! HHeeaarr YYee!!

The Kora Shrine Highlander’s Announce their 11th Annual

RRoobbbbiiee BBuurrnnss NNiigghhtt To be held Saturday, February 1st at the Martindale Country Club, 527 Beech Hill Road, Auburn Maine. This event is open to Nobles, their Ladies, Family and Friends. The social hour will begin at 5:00 to be followed by the traditional parading and address to the Haggis after which a buffet dinner will be served consisting of a tossed salad, carving station with Black Angus Top Round of Beef, Baked Haddock with Lobster Sauce and Chicken Cordon Bleau as main entrees along with a scrumptious array of side dishes, assorted finger deserts and coffee or tea. A cash bar featuring top shelf liquors will be available throughout the evening. A traditional Robert Burns Night Program featuring toasts and songs, pipes and drums, a few traditions of our own and some not so traditional surprises will round out the evening. Attendees will receive a complimentary souvenir shot glass that will be filled for toasting. There will be a magnificent basket raffle and a chance to win some great, but not wonderful prizes in our ever-popular Robbie Burns Quiz. All this for the wee sum of $39.00 per person. Advance ticket purchase is required and reservations will be strictly limited to 100. No tickets will be sold at the door and all reservations must be received before January 22, but don’t wait, the event sells out every year. Checks should be made payable to Kora Shrine Highlanders and sent along with the slip below to Scott Ainsworth at 365 Wilson Pond Rd., North Monmouth, ME 04265. Your ticket(s) will be held for you to pick up at the door. If questions, give Scott a call at (207) 512-6127 or Email him at swainsworth @ twc.com ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Name(s)_________________________________________No. of persons______Check Amount $________ Address_____________________________________________________________Phone______________



Save the

Date

Wine & Roses Ladies Appreciation

Dinner & Dance

Saturday, February 15th

$25per person

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Kora Circus Kick-Off Party

Open to all Nobles and families

Where: Kora Temple When: Friday, March 20th

5:30 pm Social 6:30 pm Spaghetti Dinner

Cost: free RSVP to Kate in the Office by March 17th with

number of people attending.

Everyone is invited to come to pick up posters and

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Thank You

Our Committee would like to thank everyone who helped make the 2019 Kora Kare for Kids Ride-In and BBQ Competition a huge success. We especially thank the Hillbillies for organizing a fun corn hole tournament and bringing the train and outhouse for rides around the grounds, the York county Shrine club for cooking some awesome turkey legs and the Kora Brew Club did a great job with the Friday night chicken dinner. The Kora ATV club organized a great trail ride for the riders while the Widows Sons Grand Chapter led an awesome Motorcycle ride and the Log Rollers organized the Car Show. Also a big thank you to Amy Doyle for capturing all the fun with over 1500 great photos! It was so awesome to see so many Units, Clubs, and Nobles working together, having fun, and helping kids for this Shriners Hospital fundraiser!

One of the highlights was certainly Kechi Okwuchi, her powerful story of recovery and her very talented singing voice was a very special treat that we all will surely never forget. There were so many wonderful parts of the weekend that all enjoyed, but one of the best parts was our Kids BBQ contest with six Shriners Hospital patients who teamed up with Professional BBQ Pit Masters to compete in the kids Turkey burger contest. It was a great positive experience for both the patients and the pro teams!

Save the date for next year’s Ride-In and BBQ competition August 21-23

Thank you for your support!

Kechi with our Hospital Patients that participated in the KIDS BBQ Competition

Save the date

for next year’s

Ride-In and BBQ

competition

August 21-23, 2020!

Thank you for your support!



Balloon Festival Parade

Buckfield Parade


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Casco Days Parade

One Hip Night



Wilton Parade ~ Many Kora Units!


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Kechi and her mom enjoying Lobster during their visit to Maine in August - Also in the picture is Lady Suzi Nadeau

and Springfield Shrine Patient - Olivia.

Kora Kare for Kids Ride In and

BBQ Competition



Calling All Shrine LadiesGo to korashriners.org/ladies

to find current information on upcoming events and to sign up for the weekly

Kora Ladies Konnection emails.

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Western Maine Potentate Reception

York Shrine Club Lobster Bake



It is a fall night in October and the trees were beautiful today. Anne and I drive to Augusta this afternoon to look at the foliage. Kora had a very busy summer and early fall and a lot of successes. As we move towards

the Election of Officers on December 7, 2019, it is also a time for us to reflect on the past and look forward to the future of Kora Shrine.

It is also a time in which change happens and this year is no different. With the changes of members of the Divan, there will also be new Directors of Units and Clubs for 2020. I want to thank the Directors for 2019. For those stepping down, I thank you for your support of Kora Shrine, some of you for many years.

As many of you may know, I announced in the Fall Sands, that I would be stepping down as Unit Colonel at the end of this year. I want to thank the many Nobles, Directors, and Divan members past and present, that have made my experience as Unit Colonel very rewarding. As a member of Kora Shrine since 1982, I have had many rewarding experiences as a Shriner of Kora Temple. Being Unit Colonel although can be very time consuming, I do not regret a minute. It is not my intention to simply not be around at Kora Temple, but rather to offer some of my time and talent to other areas within Kora Shrine. After all isn’t that what we as Shrine-Masons are supposed to do.

It is not my responsibility to select a replacement, but I would be remised if I did not thank Noble Mike Higgins and Noble Bob Doyle, both of whom served Kora Shrine as Lt. Colonels and did a fantastic job during my tenure. I would also like to thank my wife Anne who on many occasions supported me during the last 7 years as Unit Colonel. I know Anne would want me to thank both Pat and Amy for their friendship during this period of time.

We have much to be proud of here at Kora Shrine. I think it is important for every Noble to look at how they have supported Kora Shrine and to commit to even more support in 2020. As the Unit Colonel, I know all to well the significant roles that Units and Clubs play in the success of Kora Shrine and I want to wish all of you well in 2020.

I have asked all Unit Directors to resign their positions before the Election of Officers meeting. This will allow those that want to be considered for a leadership position of a Unit to communicate that to the Chief Rabban their desire or recommendation to whom should take over the Unit.

There will not be a Stated meeting in January prior to the Annual Meeting.

On January 11, 2020 at the Annual Meeting, I would ask that this year like those in the past, that all Units honor Ill. Potentate Rick Hersom with a large attendance of Unit Members on the floor in the Ceremonial Hall in the afternoon. This is also an opportunity for Unit/Club Members to share with others all the work and donations that you have made to Kora Shrine and our hospitals during the year. Please make every effort to have your parade uniform on, as we honor Rick one last time.

As we move into the Holiday Season, Anne & I and Lt. Colonel Bob & Amy Doyle wish you all a Marry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Well the parade season has all but wrapped up, it has at least for us. After 15 wonderful parades this year, we have begrudgingly stowed away the trikes for the winter. Reflecting on the year it really is truly amazing how much we have learned, and how much fun we’ve had in the process. Our first practice we struggled to maintain control let alone coordinate any maneuvers. But countless hours of seat time and the unerring dedication from our members gave us the confidence to start our first parade with two tires sideways.... That’s a good thing, trust me . We are not the same group we were back in May. After a while it becomes second nature and you develop a feel for these machines. Every new member to a motorized unit, I’m sure goes through this process of figuring things out. We had 6 guys all figuring it out for the first time, what an adventure!

DRIFTERSby Dan Guilmette, Scribe

UNITS COLONEL CORNERBy Kora Units Colonel Bernie McAllister

CRAZY COPSby William Brochu, Scribe

Hello all. Well it is safe to say Summer 2019 is in the rearview mirror. The leaves have shown us great color and beauty. They as well will soon yield to old man winter. But wait, not so fast. The Holidays are near and fun with family is dear.

Thanksgiving is a big travel holiday. Just ask me, because I will be in the mountains of NC. Not so much for the turkey and fixin’s, but for family. Around the same time, the big annual event happens again. That’s right…FEZtival of Trees. The many volunteers and helpers make this event feel magical. So much fun to watch the children placing tickets into the candy canes of their favorite tree. Yes of course the Matchbox tree, obviously.

Check the Kora calendar for the all the activities taking place at the Shrine. The Crazy Cops are excited to support and be involved in many of the events. We hope you all can come out take part of the fun and spirit that make the Shrine such a special place.

Seriously, the Crazy Cops wish everyone the best as 2019 draws to an end. Stay safe our friends. See you in 2020.

As much as we hate to pack things up for the year, we have so many other events to look forward to. The fall Ceremonial was a blast, welcoming in new Nobles to Kora Temple. We can’t wait to help with the Feztival of Trees and all the activities happening that week. And we are super excited to be sponsoring a tree at Sunday River and wish all the best of luck to the Oxford County Shrine Club in their endeavors with that event. And of course, the Kora Christmas Party should be a hoot as it always is.

October 26, we had our last shindig of the year at the Fortin compound with games for all ages and a hearty meal and refreshments. Even though we were short one member (we missed

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FLAG UNIT by Bruce Fifield, Flag Unit Director

you Joe), we had a blast. Bernie and Jen do such a fine job hosting these get togethers and making us all feel like a part of the family, even going so far as to make sure we all get our daily servings of veggies; I'll take that “Crown and Kale” Jen and drink it too!

2019 was an incredible year. We are thankful to everyone here at Kora Temple who made this such a fun organization and have supported our little unit. We can only hope to bring as much value to Kora as we have received over the last year. Merry Christmas to all and have a wonderful New Year.

FUNSTERS by Adam ‘Simba’ Tanguay, Director

HIGHLANDERS by Chet Matthews, Chief Highlander

Greetings from the Flag Unit. As I write this, it is my sad duty to announce the closure of this proud and long standing unit which was officially folded in August of this year.

On August 6th, five members of the Kora Flag Unit, Units Colonel Bernie McAllister, III. Potentate Richard Hersom and Chief Rabban Gerald “Sonny” Jutras met at the Offshore Restaurant in Rockport. The members voted in favor of splitting the financials 4 ways: The Boston Burns Hospital and the Springfield Hospital, The Kora Shrine Center Building Fund, the Transportation Fund, and The Scholarship Fund.

Through the years, this proud unit supported and promoted Kora Shrine Center, the Masonic Fraternity, Shrinedom, and good fellowship amongst its members. I was sincerely honored to be a part of this group of fine men.

In parting, I want to sincerely thank the remaining 7 members (and their supporting wives) for their unselfish devotion and tireless energy in participating in all the authorized Kora Parades through the years. The 7 members are: Russell Fish, Robert Newbert, Robert Farrington, Louis Metcalf, Frank Mitchell Jr., Lawrence Wildes, and Arthur Kiskila. Peace and Happiness to all of you.

Well it’s the end of another year for the Funsters with only a few events left. The parade season was good, if not as well attended as I would have liked, but in all went well nevertheless. My hope is that next year we can have more participation and more fun, by trying to bring back what the founders of the Funsters used to do.

But until next year, we have our Christmas Party and the Upcoming First Annual Oxford County Shrine Clubs Feztival of Trees in the Jordan Hotel at Sunday River. The Funsters are co-sponsoring the Lottery Tree with the Buccaneers. I hope to see a lot of you up to Sunday River either supporting us through volunteering or just checking it out.

La’ Math (good day) Noble Lads & Lassies, A little Highlander History would seem to be an appropriate

subject for this writing as it’s been forty years since the Highlanders were just a gleam in the eye of a few Nobles.

That’s right! Forty years ago in 1979 a small group of Kora Nobles envisioned putting together a Pipe and Drum Corp. The group, not yet a KORA unit, held their practices on Wednesday nights at the

A Blast from the Past. Anything can Happen at Robbie Burns NightDoooon’t Miss it!

U.S. Army Reserve Center (Armory) in Auburn, Maine. In June of 1981 the groups then Adjutant Russ McCrum wrote to the Kora Executive Committee requesting to be accepted as a KORA unit and in September of that year the Highlanders, still not knowing of their acceptance as a KORA unit, were given permission to perform before the Nobles at the Fall Ceremonial. They were greeted with a warm and loud welcome when they began their performance, a standing ovation when the performance was over, and then Potentate Ralph Hodkins announced that the Highlanders were the newest unit of KORA….And hundreds of performances later, and with tens of thousands of dollars raised to support the Shrines good work we are still going strong!

Along the way the Highlanders while remaining true to the traditions of a Scottish military style pipe and drum corps, and never forgetting that out primary purpose is to spread the word about and support the Shrine's good work, have established a few traditions of our own. The best known is perhaps our Annual Robbie Burns Night extravaganza. This will be the eleventh year we will celebrate this uniquely Scottish remembrance of Robert Burns, the venerated Bard of Scotland’s birthday, with all the traditional pomp and circumstance and food and drink in abundance required of a Robbie Burns Dinner along with what has become our own traditional and not so traditional additions. We are pleased to once again invite Nobles and their families and friends to join us for this fun filled evening which will be held once again at the Martindale Country Club on Saturday February, 1st. See the ad with details of this unique event in this issue of the Sands. We must limit attendance to 100 guests so reserve your place soon.

And after 40 years the Highlanders still meet most Wednesday evenings to practice. Only the place and time have changed since then. Practices are now held at 6:30 PM at the Kora Shrine Center and we invite any Noble who would like to learn more about us to visit us or contact Chief Highlander, Chet Matthews (207) 841-2474, [email protected] or any Highlander.

You just might be a potential Highlander if…The sound of the pipes and thunder of the drums make you stand a little straighter or makes the hair of your neck stand up. Or if… you have always had a secret desire to have intimate knowledge of what’s worn under the kilt. Or you may just be a potential Highlander if… you’d just like to learn something new while helping to support the Shrine and our Hospitals and have a hell of a good time doing it. No musical background? No worries, we will provide lessons.

Until next time, Slainte mhath (good health) and Sealbh math dhuit (good luck).

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LOG ROLLERSby Ron Guptill, Scribe

The parade season is over. We had a rough start of the season but we finished strong. Trucks are ready to rest for the winter.

Lots of work to be done in the spring before we start in 2020. We would like to say congratulations to Wayne Whitey and all

the other members of Kora Temple that received their 50 year pin. We had our end of the year party at Arthur Jordans' home on

Oct. 26. We had good weather that day. Last year we had freezing rain so a lot of our members were not able to attend.

We are getting ready to have our tree at the Feztival of Trees. We have some decorations donated from a lady that works with my wife.

Tabs that were dropped off at the Temple from a number of Log Rollers.

CASH CALENDAR CLUBby Cash Calendar Club Members: Bob Doyle, Rob Madore,

Pete Provencher, Carl Pinkham, Ken Goutreau, Gary Robinson

We trust that everyone has enjoyed their summer and fall full of sun, parades, barbeques, family, and friends. During the summer months, we have enjoyed paying out winnings everyday to some great supporters of the Kora Shrine.

It is hard to believe, but we are headed into our fourth year! With your support we have able to pay out almost $30,000 in winnings and we were also able to present checks for donations to The Kora Transportation Fund, The Boston Shriners Hospital, The Springfield Shriners Hospital, and Kora Temple projects in excess of $20,000! We are already planning for the work we can perform with the proceeds from 2020 and are anticipating another successful year.

With that being said we are already ramping up for our 2020 Cash Calendar!! We currently have tickets on sale and we encourage you to visit our Facebook page for more information (www.facebook.com/KoraCashCalendar/). If any Noble wishes to assist in selling tickets, we are offering a free ticket for every 10 tickets sold. Sell 100 tickets and earn yourself 10 chances to win all year long!

So thank you all, please like our Facebook page and feel free to share posts to increase awareness of the Kora Shrine and Shriners International.

KORA KAMPERSby Bonnie Perkins, secretary

Kora Kampers held their fall meeting for 2019 on September 7, 8, and 9 at Bayley’s Camping Resort in Scarborough. We had 42 members in attendance and added 3 new families. We had 3 guests this weekend, David Saphier’s parents and Alan Collins' son, Nathan. Nathan helped with the Chinese auction. David’s mom enjoyed driving David’s golf cart around the camping resort with Lisa Saphier as her co-pilot.

Some members arrived early to relax and visit around and have campfires. On Saturday inclement weather chased us around so the Chinese auction, meeting, and barbeque were moved to the afternoon; evening campfires were rained out. (So, we missed out on our s’mores and mountain pies).

We discussed additional camping trips in summer of 2020.Always looking for new members to join the Kora Kampers –

open to any Shriner in good standing and his immediate family; you do not need a camper as Bayley’s Camping Resort rents campers and cabins. If you wish, come for just a day or weekend as visitors; to see how much fun we have. You are welcome. If you wish to become a member there is a $5.00 application fee, and dues are $15.00 a year to be paid at the spring meeting in May.

Spring meeting is May 15, 16, 17, 2020 at Bayley’s Camping Resort. For more information e-mail Tony Perkins at [email protected]. Hope to see you around one of our campfires.

Happy holidays to all!

A proud Grandfather!Tony Perkins, Director

of Kora’s Legion of Honor, and Lady Bonney are the proud grandparents of a star athlete.

Maddie Perkins, a sophomore at Winthrop High School, is leading her field hockey team in scoring, and her goal has been the Junior Olympics.

Winthrop won the State Class C championship last year, with Maddie scoring 39 points and 12 assists. This past summer she was invited to the U16 Futures Championship in Lancaster PA, and was one of 75 players invited to the AAU Junior Olympics in July. “It was definitely a different experience than what I have been doing in my whole life” Maddie said. She was one of two Mainers at the U16 Junior Olympics this year.

Her coach, Jess Merrill, says she knew Maddie was going to be outstanding from her past performances. She has continued to increase her skills by playing “up” with older players during her training sessions. “It’s nice to have that type of skill level that we can use, and have her knowledge on the field”, said Merrill.

Needless to say, Noble Tony and Lady Bonney are extremely proud of Maddie’s accomplishments – and we look forward to hearing about her in the future.

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201914th Annual Feztival of Trees

The 2019 Feztival of Trees will be in the history books of Kora Shrine. The Committee wants to thank the Community & Kora Shriners and their families for their continued support. From our crafters, to our trees sponsors and our many corporate sponsors we could not have done it without YOU! The Committee would also like to recognize our many committee members and some of our anonymous elves helpers that work tirelessly to make KORA FEZTIVAL THE PREMERIER HOLIDAY EVENT IN MAINE!

THANKS TO ALL !

2019Don’t forget to Support the

1st Annual Oxford County Shrine Club

Feztival Of Trees December 13-15, 2019

See You ThereThe Jordan Hotel, SUNDAY RIVER!

Newry, Maine


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In July of 2019, the Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic celebrated its 30th Anniversary. Many thanks go out to all those who volunteered their time and effort into not only the “premiere high school sporting event in the State of Maine “, but also a very important and successful hospital fundraiser that continues to grow each year. This year’s event, marked by

triple-digit temperatures on the field at Hill Stadium on the grounds of Thornton Academy in Saco, ME, resulted in a final score of 60-14 in favor of the West squad. The score, however, no indication of the tremendous effort put forth by the over 150 selected participants from across the State of Maine, on and off the field.

“Lobster Bowl Week” kicked off on Saturday, July 13th, with the 14th Annual MSLBC Golf Tournament which was held at Natanis Golf Course in Vassalboro, ME. On Sunday, participants reported to their respective training camps. Foxcroft Academy hosted the football players and coaches while Thomas College hosted the cheering squads. The week was filled with fun activities such as bowling and a beach trip, but also many team building exercises and practice sessions. The annual MSLBC Awards banquet on Friday was hosted by Anah Shrine Temple in Bangor and featured keynote speaker, Mike DeVito, former offensive lineman of University of Maine Black Bears, as well as the NFL’s New York Jets

MAINE SHRINE LOBSTER BOWL CLASSICby Joe Hersom, President MSLBC

and Kansas City Chiefs. All of the week’s hard work and preparation provided a great Game Day on Saturday, and although the score may not have reflected the effort put forth by both squads, the 30th Annual event concluded as a huge success.

“Adversity” was a common theme throughout the week as temperatures were extreme to say the least. The pride and determination of this year’s players, cheerleaders, coaches, and training staffs to make the MSLBC a success was second to none. The MSLBC Board of Governors applauds and offers tremendous kudos to all who assisted in the preparation, collaboration, and execution of participants health and safety efforts throughout the entire week. We would also like to offer a special “Thank You” to following: Thornton Academy, Foxcroft Academy, Thomas College, and Natanis Golf Course, for their hosting and support; Kora and Anah Temple’s Divans, Units, Clubs, and Nobles for the many tasks and duties that are completed and the support they provide each year; Mike Devito for his inspirational and motivational keynote address and support of Shriners Hospitals for Children and the MSLBC; The countless volunteers, sponsors, and contributors who sacrificed their time, money, and energy towards our success; the 2019 participants and coaches, who, because of their effort, affords the 2019 Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic the honor to provide a donation of $50,000.00 to the Shiners Hospitals for Children of Boston and Springfield, MA.

We look forward to 2020 and encourage any Noble who wishes to become a part of this great event to contact [email protected].

“Strong Legs Run … So that Weak Legs may Walk.”



ONE YEAR BOOSTER RATESOne line (single name or Mr. & Mrs.) is $20.00. If you want your name and your Lady’s name on separate lines, it is $30 for two lines.

Make check payable to: Kora Shrine Center11 Sabattus StreetLewiston, ME 04240

If you have enrolled as a Kora Sands Booster and your name has not been listed, please notify the Kora office and the situation will be corrected.

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FOR INFORMATION ON BECOMING A MASON, CONTACT:GRAND LODGE OF MAINE

P O BOX 430, 1007 MAIN RD., HOLDEN, MAINE 04429

207-843-1086

[email protected]

WEBSITE: www.mainemason.org

FOR INFORMATION ON BECOMING A SHRINER, CONTACT:

KORA SHRINERS11 SABATTUS ST., LEWISTON, MAINE 04240

[email protected] or

[email protected]

WEBSITE: www.korashriners.orgThe Black CamelJanuary through October 2019

Donald E. Brooks – 01/06/2019Charles A. Bartlett, Jr. – 01/06/2019

Sumner S. Holbrook – 01/08/2019Douglas M. Clark – 01/09/2019

Thomas R. Roberge – 01/09/2019Lloyd L. Lothrop, Jr. – 01/25/2019Raymond Moreau – 01/28/2019Larry S. Castner – 02/06/2019John D. Dickens – 02/22/2019

Harold J. Shapiro – 02/23/2019John W. Carrier, PP – 02/28/2019Roland H. Douglass – 03/11/2019

Willis H. Webber – 03/15/2019Newell H. Farrington – 03/19/2019Norman A. Gosline – 03/23/2019

David L. Tripp – 04/06/2019Richard S. Harris, Jr. – 04/12/2019

George R. Farris – 04/30/2019William W. Seaward, Jr. – 05/08/2019

Dennis C. Curtis – 05/16/2019Rocco J. Ferrante – 05/16/2019

Bradford H. Johnson – 05/03/2019Gordon S. Bragg – 05/18/2019

Ernest W. Mains, Jr. – 05/30/2019Richard E. Parsons – 06/17/2019Gordon A. Benner – 06/18/2019Maynard E. Craig – 06/21/2019

Harold B. “Pop” Gilbert – 06/30/2019Robert H. Eastman – 07/17/2019Richard B. Carrier – 07/25/2019Dana E. Hodgkin – 08/05/2019

Milton J. Gustafson, Jr. – 08/06/2019Frederick A. Jones – 08/15/2019Wayne L. Crowley – 08/15/2019

Rodney C. Jennings – 08/25/2019Robert E. Shapleigh – 09/03/2019Kenneth L. Murray – 09/28/2049Robert P. Grondin – 10/09/2019

Randolph M. Jezowski – 10/09/2019W. James Foote – 10/09/2019

“DEATH IS A BLACK CAMEL THAT KNEELS UNBIDDEN AT EVERY GATE.”


207-782-683138

KORA SHRINE BOOSTERS

AAgathos, Mr. & Mrs. Richard 9/19Allen, Lonnie and Beverly 9/20 In Memory of Laurence S. Allen, Sr.

BBibber, Dick and Pat 6/23Birrell, Michael 8/19 In Memory of E. Lorraine BirrellBonney, Charley & Sharon 09/21Boucouvalas, Steven & Michelle 03/20Boyer, Tom & Allie 04/20 Bragdon, Wally 11/19 In Memory of his wife, DollyBraley, Michael & Tanya 3/20Brooks, Edward & Shirley 5/20Burke, Aaron & Ellen 3/20Burns, Gerry & Prudy 05/20

CCarlin, Kenneth C. 11/19 In Memory of Doris Groves CarlinCollay, Nicholas T. 08/23Colson, Ralph E. 3/20 In Memory of My Wife, Frances R. ColsonCoombs, Lloyd & Collette 8/20Cooper, Doug & Mary Ellen 07/19Cote, David & Donna 5/23Crane, Bill & Ruth 06/20Crane, Bob & Diane 06/20Crowley, Wayne L. 11/19Cullen, Kevin D. 01/22

DDickerson, Dan 11/20Drouin, Claude R. 06/21Duquette, Rosaire A. & Monique 01/20Durgin, David & Lisa 04/21Dussault, Armand & Janice 12/19

EEllis, Pat & Hobie 04/21

FFales, Eileen M. 08/20Fales, Thomas H. 12/20Feyler, Jay 5/20

GGailey, John & Phyllis 12/21Gardner, Paul & Michelle 04/21Gellatly, Joan 01/23 In Memory of Oriel F. “Bud” GellatlyGilbert, Pop & Norma 9/20Goding, Bob & Glenda 4/20Gowen, William F. 11/20 Grafton, George & Ruth 05/25Grant, Alden & Jane 4/21

HHaines, Helene O. 12/19Heavisides, Robert & Sally 07/20Hersom, Larry & Libby 09/20Hersom, Rick & Liz 10/19Hussey, Roy & Marian 04/22

IIrish, Claire 2/20 In Memory of Richard “Dick” IrishIverson, Ken & Kathy 11/20

JJordan, Robert & Harlean 12/19

KKearley, Mr. and Mrs. Roland 1/20Kinnear, Claudia 07/20Kiskila, Arthur & Susan 05/20Kora Cycle Corp 01/20

LLewis, Richard & Diana 8/20 Libby Jr., Avon K. 10/19Lord, John & Barbara 9/21

MMacomber, Alden & Peg 12/22Macomber, Bruce 12/19 In Memory of Viola MacomberMadore, Robert & Amy 11/20Maine Shrine Lobster Bowl Classic 10/19Maloy, Bob 8/20McKenna, Bob & Jean 04/21 In Memory of Newell H. Farrington McWilliam, Robert & Karen 11/19Melvin, David B. 12/22 Mitchell, Frank & Ruth 4/20Moore, Eleanor 9/19 In Memory of Carleton MooreMorgan, Robert & Marilyn 10/20Morin II, Edward J. 10/20

PMr. and Mrs. Laurence Perkins 4/21Perry, Crawford & Kathe 4/20Poussard, Roland & Mary Jane 05/20 In Memory of Noel & Pauline PoussardPreti, Noble Robert F. 5/21 In Memory of Noble Frank P. Preti

QQuist, David 12/19

RRidlon, Chuck & Sally 04/20Robbins, B.J. 12/20Robbins, Brian & Robin 12/20Roy, Michael & Tracey 09/27Ryan, Dave 05/19Ryan, Thomas & Jackie 08/24Rybeck, Peter & Jackie 3/20

SSantos, Rod & Gail 06/21Saunders, Jim & Diane 08/20Sawyer, Ann 5/21 In Memory of Hiram A. Brown Senter, Everett A. 12/20Simmons, Jim & Priscilla 05/20Spear, Dick & Dot 12/19Sprague, William & Elizabeth 6/21Starbird, Al & Lois 12/20

TTrundy, Earl & Ina 05/20

WWelch, Jr., Mr. & Mrs. Frank P. 12/20Wellman, David and Karen 06/20 In Memory of Jerry BrooksWhite, Lawrence In Memory of Virginia P. White 5/19Whitten, Janice M. 6/22

Kora ShrinersA.A.O.N.M.S.

John Knox, P.P., Recorder11 Sabattus Street

Lewiston, ME 04240-7090

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