ST JOHN'S DAY 2008
Another wonderful celebration of Masonry and The Masonic Home for
Children at Oxford is in the books.
This event could not have been made possible without the help of a lot
of volunteers, giving their time, money, and dedicated effort! Please
check out our “Special Thanks”
page recognizing those that made St. John’s Day possible!
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ST.
JOHN’S DAY WEATHER
For more information call the Home at 1-888-505-4357! Or visit
www.mhc-oxford.org/StJohns.html
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SPECIAL THANKS
– St. John’s Day 2008
SPECIAL THANKS
St. John’s Day is about more than
parades, food, and entertainment; it is about people and without
them, this day would not be possible. Our Home, staff, Board of
Directors, alumni and residents would like to recognize the
following groups and individuals. It is only through their support,
funds, hard work, time, dedication and care that we can continue
this decade’s old tradition, honoring Masonry and our Masonic Home.
Please note these groups and individuals and their contribution to
the day. And a special thanks to all who participated in St. John's
Day 2008.
www.amranshriners.us
www.sudanshriners.org
www.oasisshriners.org
PARADE DIRECTOR – BEN
HARMON PARADE DIRECTOR
– BUDDY SHAW PARADE DIRECTOR –
ROGER
ROSENBERGER
CHIEF
JOHN WOLFORD & THE OFFICERS OF THE OXFORD CITY POLICE DEPARTMENT
SHERIFF
DAVID SMITH & THE DEPUTIES OF THE GRANVILLE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
THE
MEMBERS OF THE GRANVILLE COUNTY EMS
MR.
RUSSELL RAGLAND AND RAGLAND PRODUCTIONS
1-800-473-6499
– DONATED ALL RIDES FOR THE DAYS CELEBRATION
OFFICIAL FOOD PROVIDER OF ST. JOHN’S DAY 2008:
FOR JOINING US AND PARTICIPATING IN ST. JOHN’S DAY PAST AND PRESENT:
The Best Country Around - 98.3
MR. BILL
THORNTON AND THE VOLUNTEERS OF THE TOM JOSEPH MEMORIAL RIDE
MR. BOB
CRITCHER OF THE GRANVILLE COUNTY SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT
MR. BUNK
MIZELL, MR. THOMAS STEPHENSON, AND THE MEMBERS OF THE SUDAN, AMRAN & OASIS
CONVERTIBLE UNITS
LITTLE
MISS NC QUEENS 2007-2008
MR. CLAY
KIRSHNER OF SUDAN TEMPLE, DIRECTOR OF ENTERTAINMENT FOR ST. JOHN’S DAY 2008
CHARLES
BOYD GM OF HENDERSON, NC
RALEIGH
LODGE NO. 500 – 3RD ANNUAL MASONIC PIG JIG
CENTRAL
CHILDREN’S HOME AND THE AMERICAN LEGION PARADE ORGANIZERS
GRANVILLE
COUNTY BUS GARAGE
AL SANDLING GOLF CART SALES
TED
WHEELER CATERING
SPECIAL THANKS TO OUR MASONIC VOLUNTEERS
MR.
GEORGE SUMMERS, III OF OXFORD LODGE NO. 122
MR. HARRY
E. RICHARDSON, JR. OF KAZIM TEMPLE, ROANOKE, VA.
MR. SCOTT
ROSE OF GREEN LEVEL LODGE NO. 277/ORPHANS LODGE NO. 761
MR. AL
JONES AND MR. DUSTIN LONG OF UNVERSITY LODGE NO. 408 AND MOSAIC LODGE NO.
762/MR. ZACH HANDERSON NO. UNIVERSITY NO. 408
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SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
– St. John’s Day 2009
COMING SOON!
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NEWS
– Recent News Articles for St. John’s Day 2008!
4th Year
of Tom Joseph Ride Planned for St. John’s
Bill Thornton will once again
ride into town on his bicycle carrying with him the support of hundreds of
Masons, corporations, co-workers and friends and family. For a fourth
year, Mr. Thornton will ride his bicycle from Winston-Salem to Oxford, a 135
mile journey, raising money for the Home along the way. It is a ride that
has generated over $25,000 in its short existence and has seen its purpose grow
as an inspiration to others wishing to raise funds for the Home. “We had a
Mason walk from Morehead City last year to raise money for the Home. I
believe he was inspired by Bill and his ride,” stated Chris Richardson, Director
of Financial Development at MHCO. “Bill involves other Lodges,
individuals, co-workers and even his employer, getting matching funds from R.J.
Reynolds, through their employee giving program,” stated Richardson. This
year’s ride is the fourth edition of the Tom Joseph Memorial Ride, honoring Mr.
Tom Joseph, a member of Forsyth Masonic Lodge No. 707 and one of Bill’s biggest
and best supporters when he started the ride. Bill has ridden in charity
rides before in South Carolina, Florida, and North Carolina and used that
experience to create this special fundraiser for the Home. “I hope this
year others will join me, to help the Home and contribute even more donations.”
Bill Thornton will arrive from Winston-Salem on St. John’s Day prior to the
parade to present this year’s gift to the Home. For more information or to
donate to this year’s ride, contact MHCO at 1-888-505-4357 or via email at the
2008 St. John’s Day website -
www.mhc-oxford.org/StJohns.html.
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98.3 FM Comes to
Campus
The crew from
Oxford’s own best country 98.3FM will be on campus as part of St. John’s Day
2008. The mid-day crew will come to the Home with promotions and chances
to win prizes. For more information visit their website at
www.bestcountryaround.com/home.asp.
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Lancaster’s BBQ to
Provide Delicious Food, Ragland Productions Great Fun for the Kids
For the fifth
year in a row Lancaster’s BBQ of Garner, North Carolina will provide delicious
food, available to please any appetite. Vendors from around the regional
will join culinary legend Jim Lancaster and his nationally known BBQ to provide
delicious options for the day. Funnel cakes, BBQ, Chicken, Hot Dogs,
Hamburgers, and other options will be available and ready to purchase at 10am
the day of the parade. For more information visit Lancaster’s website at
www.lancasterbbq.com.
Ragland Productions is a
great friend of the Home and has once again, generously supported St. John’s Day
by providing free rides for kids visiting St. John’s Day. A rock climbing
wall, bounce house, and other inflatable headline the rides available without
cost to those visiting St. John’s Day. Ragland Productions is the premiere
provider of party options for the Home and can outfit any party needs you many
have. To find out how Ragland Productions can make your next outing great
visit
www.raglandproductions.com or call
1-800-473-6499.
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ABOUT OUR ENTERTAINMENT
MR.
CRAIG WOOLARD & THE CRAIG WOOLARD BAND
After twenty-seven
years singing with The Embers as one of North Carolina’s Official
“Ambassadors of Beach Music”, he is now on his own!
Craig has won many
awards with The Embers, and is proud of his tenure with the group as lead
singer. A veteran of the music industry since he was 14 years old, Craig has
performed for Presidents, governors, and ambassadors (Including Elizabeth
Dole’s and former President Clinton's inaugurations); appeared on stage with
famous groups as The Four Tops, The Temptations, the Beach Boys, Percy
Sledge, Archie Bell, and Alabama. He has played such events as the 100th
Celebration of The Wright Brothers at Kitty Hawk. His music has been heard
from the Caribbean, to New York, to California, Chicago, Atlantic City and
as far away as Hawaii and Europe. For the past 2 years, he has co-hosted the
acclaimed the Carolina Beach Music Awards (affectionately known as the “CAMMYS”)
held each November at the Alabama Theatre in Myrtle Beach. And once again,
Craig was the GRAND MARSHALL for the ever so popular SOS parade held each
spring at Myrtle Beach, SC.
With
the classic style of Ray Charles, the dynamics of Marvin Gaye and Rod Stewart,
the Soul of James Brown, the vocal prowess of Steve Perry of Journey, combined
with the passion of Sam Cook and Michael McDonald, you have “The Soul Man of
Beach Music”, Craig Woolard.
As the ambassador of
Beach Music, Woolard has enjoyed a stellar career as the front man of one of
Carolina’s premiere bands, the Embers. After 27 years with his former group.
Woolard has taken on a new persona in what is claimed to be the South’s
number one Beach Music, R&B, Top 40, Motown, 70’s & 80’s, and Rock & Roll
Party Band….Craig Woolard is The Real Thing!
As for Woolard’s new band, The Craig Woolard Band, they are the “hottest
band this side of the Mississippi! Their first year out in 2005, they were
honored as ‘GROUP OF THE YEAR” , while Craig walked away with Entertainer of
the Year, Male Vocalist, Best Smoothie Song, and Song of the Year. Their
arrangements are exciting and ever so danceable. And of course, one may
think “The Shag” and “Beach Music’ were invented just for them. (The band
does a variety of music so all ages and styles can be covered – “What you
WANT is what you GET with The Craig Woolard Band”).
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THE
PIZAZZ BAND
The Pizazz Band
is able to entertain a wide range of ages and musical preferences by gearing
their extensive play lists to their audiences-heavy on the beach and funk
for the private parties, top 40 and rock for the clubs, and a little bit of
everything for the many festivals and corporate functions that they do
during the year. Costume changes, audience participation, and
crazy antics keep audiences on their toes.
On stage, front man
and co-leader Kent Zimmerman is huge in talent. Slick dance
moves and a wide vocal range provide endless entertainment for audiences.
In constant motion, Kent works the stage and the audience all night.
Guitars heat up in the hands of transplanted Californian Mark Davidson.
Combined with his gravelly vocals, Mark brings the rock to the band and the
crowds to the stage! On drums, South Boston, Virginia’s Chip
Johnson’s
smooth licks and high vocals add depth and consistency. As the newest
member of Pizazz!, we know our fans will make him welcome! Bass
guitarist
Kenny Hancock brings over 30 years experience to the band-experience
he gained while playing with such names as The Coasters, Clifford
Curry, and The Royal Kings. The band’s beach fix comes in
the form of Rick Sander’s and his keyboards. Rick has played
with such beach music greats as The Band of Oz and The
Entertainers. While with Billy Scott and the Prophets, Rick
released “Long Legs All The Way Up” which climbed to number three on the
beach music charts. And, though he started playing guitar in a band
when he was 15, Robbie Franklin keeps everybody sounding and looking
good on sound and lights in the back of the room for Pizazz.
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DIRECTIONS
From I-85 – North or South –
Take Oxford Exit 204, then highway 96 North (Linden Ave.) Right onto
Williamsboro, then left onto College St. MHCO ¾ of mile on the right.
From 96 South –
Continue on Highway 96 into Oxford (Linden Ave.) Right onto
Williamsboro, then left onto College St. MHCO ¾ of mile on the right.
From 158 – East –
Continue 158 East into Oxford. At stoplight, (House of Ribeyes/Exxon
on left) right on College Street. Parking area and campus immediately
on left.
Or Visit our
INFORMATION Page for Map and Driving Directions at
www.mhc-oxford.org
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FOR OUR SHRINE UNITS
The Parade
will line up and start from:
- The Top of Bell Street and Intersection of Spring to Military (Parade
Line-up ends here this year)
- Proceed down Bell Street,
- Onto a left on Williamsboro Street,
- Then Right onto College Street;
- Concludes inside the Masonic Home for Children at Oxford grounds.
Shrine Units – Please click here for
details and directions related to the St. John’s Day Parade.
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