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The Sheridan Police Department has announced Main Street will be closed downtown for a short period of time during the morning of Oct. 22, 2022 in order to safely accommodate the Kalif Shrine’s ceremonial parade.
According to the SPD, historically, the department has provided a police escort for the parade. As a matter of safety, the City of Sheridan, in partnership with the Kalif Shrine, have determined a road closure is the best avenue to ensure the safety of the parade participants.
The SPD is requesting that residents do not drive around barricades as they will be in place for the safety of all involved. below is a map of the parade route and street closure area. Street barricades will be erected at approximately 10:30 a.m. and will be taken down at the conclusion of the event.
The Kalif Shrine said they are happy to announce their Bi-Annual ceremonial parade from 11 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 22.
In an official statement made in conjunction to the street closure announcement, the Kalif Shrine wrote that this is their opportunity to introduce new members to the Sheridan community.
The Kalif Shrine is inviting everyone to the parade, stating this tradition has lasted 115 years and with the help of the City officials they are able to continue with this tradition.
The Kalif Shrine thanked the City Administrator, The Sheridan Police Department, and The Public Works Department for their continued efforts to keep another tradition alive here in Sheridan.
Through fundraising efforts, the Shriners International hospitals help 23,000 children from around the world annually. Legacy Kalif Shrine member Joe Swatrz told listeners of Sheridan Media’s Public Pulse program how the experience of being a Shriner has changed and enriched his life.
J. Swartz
The Kalif Shriners fraternity is for Masons, based on the tenets of Freemasonry but with the added elements of fun and fellowship as well as philanthropy.
One of the primary fundraisers for the Kalif Shriners is the annual Tunnel of Terror. The haunted house is organized and located in the tunnel system of the Kalif Shriners Temple at 145 W. Loucks St. in Sheridan.
The Tunnel of Terror opens Oct. 27, and will provide scares through Oct. 29. Cost is $5 per person or $20 for a family.
Swartz told listeners the best way to join the Kalif Shrine is to speak directly to a Kalif Shrine member.
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Last modified: October 18, 2022