A Message from Our President

A Message from Our President
My Fellow Fagowees,
For many of us the new year is a time for reflection. Since my birthday falls at the end of
the year this is especially true for me. Between
the time I write this and the time you read it I
will hit the big 5-0. For many of you that
makes me a youngster, but people tend to
make a big deal out of it so it makes me even
more introspective.
For me 2013 was a great year. Not only did I
become a real skier, I became president of a
great ski club. I have to admit it was a bit
scary at first and it turned out to be even more
work than I feared, but it’s one of the most
rewarding things I’ve ever done. I’m having
fun with it and plan to keep doing so for a
while if you’ll let me.
We all go through a lot of changes in our lives.
I know I have. Fagowees Ski Club will be 47
this year. The club has gone through many
changes in that time and will go through many more. We will always be a ski club first
but we will also have lots of other things going on year round.
In 2013 we stopped our printed newsletter. In 2014 I want to make sure we really increase
our online presence to make up for it. We will still have the newsletter but we will be
building a new website that will be more dynamic. We will be moving into the 21st century with online payments for dues, trips and other events. We will need to be more active
on social networks like FaceBook, Meetup and Twitter - or whatever the next big thing is.
We find new ways to attract and keep members. We have not had a publicity chair for a
year now and that is really hurting us. I would really like to find someone to fill that role
but if no one wants to do it on their by themselves I plan to form a committee and split the
work up like we are doing with the race committee. If anyone is willing to help with this,
or if you have ideas on what we should be doing, please let me know.
I’m looking forward to a happy, healthy, snowy new year for all of us.
Your Prez,
Bill
P.S. I gotta give a shout out to the big
guy in the red suit. He gave me my
wish and came through with some great
snow. We’ve had some really good
conditions this year and it looks like it
will continue through the season.
Thanks Santa!
January 2014
The Newsletter of the Cleveland FaGowees
FaGOWEE MEETING INFORMATION
The Fagowees ski club is a proud member of the Cleveland Metro Ski Council
www.fagowees.org
Club Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the Month
Doors Open at 7:00 P.M. - Meeting Starts at 8:00 P.M.
AMPOL HALL - 4737 Pearl Road Cleveland
$6.00 Members - $8.00 Guests
Beer, Wine, Pop and Munchies
Moving?
Let us know!
Send your new address to:
Cynthia Daniels at
[email protected]
Greeting you at the door will be...
January 7
Regular Meeting
Dave M. & Evan P..
January 21
Regular Meeting
Cynthia D. & Laurie M.
February 4
Regular Meeting
????? & ?????
February 18
Regular Meeting
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46 Years of Fun
And Games On Week Ends, Especially Skiing
2013—2014 Executive Board
President
Bill Wolohan
440-201-9656
[email protected]
Vice President
Wes Gussler
[email protected]
216-372-8372
Secretary
Laurie McCombs
440-986-0880
[email protected]
Treasurer
Tony Tomsic
440-225-5035
[email protected]
Auditor
Dave Mitzel
330-573-1441
[email protected]
Summer Social
Race Committee
Mark Pillon
216-214-9083 Renae Delvito
216-221-4559
[email protected]
Larry Foote
216-244-4340
Mike Kupiec
216-382-7284
[email protected]
Assistant Summer Social
John Giba
440-941-5829
[email protected]
CMSC (Metro) & Int’l Rep
Pat Murphy
216-382-7284
[email protected]
Membership Chair
Cynthia Daniels
330-723-6999
[email protected]
Publicity Chair
[email protected]
Trustees
Jeff Branske
440-476-3452 Elections Chair
Al Feronti
440-258-6848 Beverly Tomcho
440-523-1717
Mike Gumbish
216-433-0071 [email protected]
Larry Foote
216-244-4340
Mike Kupiec
216-382-7284 Merchandise Chair
[email protected]
Donna Brown
440-313-8690
[email protected]
Happening (newsletter)
John Molnar
216-299-0115
Joe Benek
330-422-0854
[email protected]
Website
Mike Popik
216-447-1698
[email protected]
Assistant Website
Evan Pierce
440-258-6024
[email protected]
Past President
Sharon Eckhardt
216-362-7470
Master and Chief Tier-Upper
E. L. James
Winter Social
Lisa Damato
330-620-9137
[email protected]
NOTICE: Executive Board Members' phone numbers are printed in The Happening and in the Directory. Members having any suggestions, questions, or problems are invited
to call us. However, members' phone numbers and addresses are for the sole use of the membership of the Fagowee Ski Club. No one may use this information provided in
the directory for business use of any kind. Unauthorized use of our directory can result in disciplinary or legal action. Read more about our constitution, by-laws, and code of
conduct at www.fagowees.org.
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Congratulations
to the
Fagowee of the
Month!
Our January 2014 Fagowee of the Month is a long time active member
our club. He is a respected and much teased person that is always fun to
be around.
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He has served in many positions over the years on the Board, run numerous trips, always willing to help out if needed.
He currently stepped up to fill out a very important board position last
year because of a resignation. He also is serving on the CMSC Board
this year as well. Can’t hurt our cause there!!
He will help out anyone needing help skiing, and he does ski tuning
demos at meetings. Sure at some point people have seen a big cow skiing down the hill too.
Please stop and thank him for everything he has done for the Fagowee’s
over the years. A big congratulation goes out to our January 2014
Fagowee of the Month…
Mike K.
2014 CMSC Race Schedule
Jan. 4
Jan. 5
Jan. 8
Jan. 18
Jan. 19
Jan. 25
Jan. 26
Holiday Valley (GS, SB)
Holiday Valley (SL)
Qualifier @ Boston Mills
Swain 1 (SL)
Swain 1 (GS, SB)
Kissing Bridge (GS, SB)
Peek’n Peak (SL)
Feb. 1
Feb. 2
Feb. 8
Feb. 22
Feb. 23
Mar. 1
Mar. 2
Snow Trails (SL, SB)
Boston Mills (SL, SB)
Holiday Valley (Duals, SB)
Swain 2 (GS, SB Combined)
Swain 2 (SL, SB Combined)
Bristol Combined (Super G, GS)
Bristol Combined (SL)
For further info go to skicleveland.com
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Save the Dates!
Winter Social Announces Plans for the
Winter Season
Winter Events (as of 10-11-13) for Fagowees Ski Club 2013-2014
January 1
Holimont JIFFI
January 4-5
Lodging for Holiday Valley Race Weekend (Kelley’s)
January 8
Test Fest @ Holimont: JIFFI with Village Ski
January 10
Seven Springs 1-day bus trip
January 18-19
Swain I (hold the date for bus/lodging details)
January 24-26
Kissing Bridge/Peek-n-Peak race weekend bus trip
February 7-12
Copper Mountain trip
February 19
Holimont 1-day bus trip
February 22-23
Swain II (hold the date for bus/lodging details)
February 22-March 1
Breckenridge JIFFI
February 28-March 2
Bristol Combined race weekend bus trip
March 5
Demo Day @ Holimont: JIFFI with Village Ski
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HOLIDAY VALLEY
RACE WEEKEND
JANUARY 3rd - 5th 2014
We are staying in Ellicottville at the Kelly House Lodge, which is located on
Washington St. a short distance from the bars. We are offering lodging only for
this trip, and we have space for 25.
COST FOR TWO NIGHTS LODGING:
MEMBERS: $145
GUESTS: $170
Minimum deposit is $50 with balance due by the second meeting in December.
This will be a drive up trip and lift tickets are not being provided. A full breakfast
can be purchased from Kelly House from 8 to 10:30 am Saturday and Sunday for
$5 each day.
For further information contact Mike K. or Pat M. at 216-382-7284. Email:
[email protected]
If mailing checks, make them payable to Fagowees Ski Club and send to:
Mike Kupiec
4190 Silsby Rd.
University Heights, OH 44118
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Letters to the Editor….
Dear fellow Fagowees,
As you know, each month the Happening staff is inundated with mail commenting on the many activities of our club. In many cases the readers have questions that, in the past, have been answered directly
thru “off-line” methods. However, some of the questions are of general interest and can be answered in a
more public forum. Here is a sampling of this month’s correspondence:
Dear Happening,
I are a racer. Last year I bumped my noggin on a tree limb while soaring over a cliff.
As I prepare for this year’s season, I can’t remember the finer points of racing. Could you
please refresh my memory and give me some tips? Hurry your answer, Sochi is just 50 days
away.
L.V.
Dear L.V.,
The Race committee (AKA “The Gang of Three”) has reviewed your question and
come up with a list of the most important things for a racer to know. These pointers have
been culled from their extensive experience and wishful technique. Here they are:
1. Always start at the top of the hill and ski down.
2. Ski fast and try not to fall. It can affect your time.
3. If you are not screaming in terror all the way down, you’re not trying hard enough.
4. If you ski sober, it’s time to reevaluate your racing style.
5. Your wardrobe is more important than your equipment.
Dear Happening,
I just signed up for my first bus trip as a Fagowee. What can I expect? How should I
dress? What is the proper etiquette?
Desperate to Avoid a Social Blunder
Dear “Desperate to Avoid a Social Blunder”,
The first thing you need to know is that the bus is divided into the front and the back.
Think of the front as civilization and the back as a small third-world country with more
booze then morals. In the front of the bus you will find the genteel, well-mannered, and ever
-so-proper members of the club. They will also have the coffee and the donuts. In the back
of the bus you will find the “others”. We try not to say too much about the back of the bus
(you can never tell when someone from Homeland Security will find this publication), but
suffice to say they have the boom-box and speakers (the volume is set high to drown out any
low-flying jet aircraft), the coolers and the alcoholic beverages, and a code of conduct that
borders on outright mischievous!
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(Letters continued…)
In the morning, you should dress for a day on the slopes. Layering is very important.
Also wear clean underwear in case your skiing style results in a trip to the local medical center. Please be advised that while under garments from Victoria’s Secret are always appropriate, many of our male members have complained about a lack of selection in their sizes.
In the evening, the front of the bus will always dress for dinner. Think Downton Abbey. Gentlemen can never go wrong with white tie although some of our more frivolous and
playful members have been known to wear black tie or even a dinner jacket! Ladies, please
don’t forget your elbow length white gloves with your gown. Last year one of the ladies
wore gloves with plastic instead of the traditional seed pearl buttons. The embarrassment
that ensued resulted in her having to join another club this year. Remember, the serving staff
will be circulating with drinks and hors d’oeuvres and it is important to set a good example.
In the back of the bus, things are a little different. Indeed, we are happy if they remain
dressed in any fashion. Please be aware that the rumors of a hot tub and a tattoo parlor in the
back are not true. However, children and small animals are expressly prohibited from entering the back of the bus.
Hope this helps.
And, one last letter,
On a more personal level, to the person who wrote in about the ménage-a-trois. We
are not quite sure whether your question centers upon the flexibility of the human body, or
whether this is a simple question about what is allowed or prohibited by local and natural
law. We have referred your question to a young lady in the club who has the most experience with this type of encounter. She told us that she will contact you personally to discuss
your dilemma, and she is sure that she and her twin sister can resolve your concern with a
little private coaching.
That’s all for this month, Keep those cards and letters
coming!
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The Racers would like to thank all those who donated time, effort,
and contributions to the Bake Sale and the Slave Auction. Our
deepest appreciation for all that you’ve done to help.
Bake Sale
Tom K oreo balls & carmelitas , Renee S Mammo-grahams, Footie eggs & cookies, Pat M & Kupiec
pierogies, Lori M & Bill W car bomb cupcakes, Eric R Apple Pie, Phil D Apple turnovers, Lisa G pound
cake , Renae D Pumkin Bread, and A.D. muffins.
Slave Auction
Mike K., Laura P., Tom K., Ralph P., Mark P., Brian W., Ted D., Cynthia D., Renae D., Donna B., Chip S.,
Lisa G., Stacy S., Mike G., & Larry F.
If we missed your name, please contact the Happening to be recognized in the next edition.
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“Hello Boss? I’m S.O.O.O.O Sick”
Call in sick and join the Fagowees at
Holimont
A private ski area in New York
Wednesday February 19, 2014
West side pick up Bus leaves 5:30 A.M (Sharp)
Lakefront Bus lines-13315 Brookpark Rd., Cleveland (Across from Malleys)
East side pick up Bus leaves 6:00 A.M (Sharp)
Lakeland Community College Park-n-Ride Lot, 7700 Clocktower Dr. Kirtland
(Exit 193 for Rt 306 South off I-90)
Members: $79, Guests: $84 Lifts Only $40
DEPOSIT DUE $35
NO REFUNDS AFTER 01/13/2014 UNLESS SPOT CAN BE FILLED!
Includes
Bus, Lift Ticket, Continental Breakfast Coffee, Juice, Beer, Wine, Bloody Mary’s, Munchies
Contact: [email protected]
Trip Leaders: Tony T. (440-225-5035)
Chris S. (216-389-5316)
AD J.
(440-835-0993)
PLEASE MAKE CHECK PAYABLE TO: FAGOWEES
Send To: Tony Tomsic, 113 Shakespeare Ln, Avon OH 44113
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MEMBERSHIP CORNER
Welcome Back!
Peter W. (Summer converted to Fulltime)
Welcome to the club! Remember that membership is only until September 30th. Every member renews
their membership in the month of October, no matter when they join.
Name Badges:
Do you have your name badge? Have you picked it up from the membership area? If not, please do so.
There are WAY too many unclaimed name badges. If you lost it, there is a $5 charge to replace it.
New Fall 2014 members – your badges are in! Please come to pick them up at the January meetings.
2013-2014 Directory Corrections:
New directories will be re-done after January, 2014.
Is your information printed correctly in the 2012-2013 directory? Please double-check it & email Cynthia at [email protected] if there is a mistake
Membership Renewal is now over!!
If you have not renewed your membership, yet, “NEW MEMBER” pricing now applies (Single $35/
Couple $40). All payments MUST be accompanied by a completed membership application form. In order to qualify for a “couples” membership, the couple must be living at the same address. All new 2013
summer members must pay for a renewal membership, at the renewal prices (Single $25/Couple $30).
All applications and payments received at this point will be posted as a “NEW” member thus the “NEW
MEMBER” pricing will apply.
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What Could Bring 39 Fagowees and Friends
Together?
A Christmas Story, The Musical
Yes, there were really 39 theater goers at the Near West Theater’s presentation of A Christmas
Story, The Musical. Somehow, a script that included a family, a few friends, a nasty neighbor
dog, a teacher, policeman and the staff of a Chinese restaurant turned into a cast of 65 energized actors and a great orchestra that was hidden in the rafters. The show was full of spirit
and enthusiasm and was enjoyed by all of us. Prior to the theater almost all of us joined at Bar
Cento for a dinner and a few spirits of the adult type. Pizzas were great and other items were
reported to be excellent. The Vegan menu seemed to be non-existent after checking, but Frank
and Karen made do with a liquid meal instead. The weather put us in the mood and the performance sealed the deal. An après theater drink at Johnny Mangos closed the evening and all
went home with visions of sugar plums dancing in their heads.
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More Memories from
The Finger Lakes
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FAGOWEES stands for Fun and Games on Week Ends Especially Skiing, and is pronounced Fuh-Gow-eez. Your part of a 21 and over club
that does a lot! Together we organize events and trips throughout the
year. As a matter of fact one of the main purposes of our club is to Promote organized ski trips, social functions and other group activities
on a non-profit basis, consistent with the desires of the active membership. It’s all about YOU….
Do you have an idea for a social function or some fun group activities?
Let your Seasonal Social know about it. Contact Your Summer Social
all events May through October & Winter Social for all events November through April
Let’s Get Started Now!!!
First of all DON’T WAIT. You got a good idea for a Fun time contact your appropriate Seasonal Social
Chairman. DO IT NOW planning ahead is very important to ensure a successful event. For some of the bigger $$$ Out West or International trips you need to plan ahead A YEAR OR MORE. Most trips you will
need at least 3 to 4 MONTHS lead time to ensure the process runs smoothly as possible. 1st Our Trustees
Must Approve You as a trip leader. 2nd the Board Must Approve Your Trip before it can be announced. Finally your trip will need to be advertised & sold. DON’T WORRY you’re not alone. Your Social Chairman
will make sure you understand the entire process from start to finish.
We have a very diverse group, everyone knows of a cool place to go, maybe there is a fun activity you have
done in the past, share it with the rest of us, that’s why we’re here lets have some fun.
IT ALL Starts With YOU. Just a brief description of your idea
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Your Contact Info
(See next page for more info)
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Euchre Tournaments
IN BETWEEN RACE WEEKENDS, LET’S PLAY!!
Saturday, March 8th, 2014
Cynthia D.’s house in Medina
YOUR house in ???
Saturday in April or May
Interesting in hosting in one of these months? Please see Cynthia & choose the date that works best for you
RULES OF PLAY:
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Arrival: 5:30 p.m. until 6:15 p.m. to eat, drink, & socialize
Be ready to play: 6:30 p.m.
SHARP!!
BYOB
Entrance fee: $3.00 (1st & 2nd place winners take the cash!)
Bring a side dish or dessert
Bring a sleeping bag . . . just in case! lol
RSVP: [email protected]
Contact Cynthia ([email protected]) to be added to the E-mail list for the latest updates!
We need hosts & hostesses for a euchre party at your house!
Check out pogo.com if interested in learning how to play or want to brush up on your euchre skills – play against
the “robots”/computer!!
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For Sale/Swap/Rent
It is not too early to reserve your ski get-away at Snowshoe Mountain!
Snowshoe, WV: Mountain Lodge Unit 254 for rent. 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo. (Sleeps 4) 30 yards from
the top of Ballhooter lift. Great views. More information at www.home-away.com listing # 3471809.
Need more units: see www.snowshoeskicondo.com.
For Rent or Sale:
Snowshoe, WVa., Mountain Lodge Unit #116- 3 Bdr, 3 Bath 1250 Sq.Ft condo on 1st Floor facing Ballhooter Lift. Sleeps 8 w/ 2 master suites, 2 twins, and sleeper sofa. Steps from lift, village and Unit 254.
Other units are also available. To plan your visit and see photos of the unit, use these links:
www.vrbo.com/373069 or http://www.snowshoeskicondo.com/.
For Sale two new snow Boards never used. No bindings
Salomon Ace 156 length Intermediate level $50.00
Zuma 158 length Intermediate level $50.00
Contact Turk 440-442-5614 [email protected]
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2014 New
2014 Renewals
Totals
Men
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67
79
Women Couples
1
4 (12)
42 104 (52)
43 108 (67)
Total
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213
230
Total membership = 230
Welcome new members Rob G., Joel H., John “Clay” O., Andrew P., Kathleen R., Len S., Alexe V., & Peter W.
Fagowees send their condolences to
Frank Houdek
on the loss of his Father
And
Dana Yatsko
on the loss of her Grandmother
Please keep them in your thoughts during
this difficult time.
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COMING ATTRACTIONS
Go to Meetup.com and Fagowees.org for the most current info
January Events
1/1/2014
1/3-5/2014
1/7/2014
1/8/2014
1/8/2014
1/10/2014
JIFFI - Holimont
Holiday Valley Race Weekend
Regular Meeting
Race Qualifier
JIFFI - Holimont
Seven Springs
1/14/2014
1/18-19/2014
1/21/2014
1/24-26/2014
Summer Social Planning Party
Swain I
Regular Meeting
Kissing Bridge/Peek-n-Peak race weekend
Future Events
2/1/2014
2/2/2014
2/7-12/2014
Race (SL, SB)
Race (SL, SB)
Copper Mountain Trip
2/8/2014
2/19/2014
2/22-23/2014
2/22-3/1/2014
2/28-3/2/2014
3/5/2014
3/8/2014
4/26/2014
Race (Duals, SB)
Holimont
Swain II
JIFFI - Breckenridge
Bristol combined race weekend
JIFFI - Holimont
Euchre Tournament
CMSC Racers Banquet
Contact [email protected] for more info
Contact Pat M. or Mike K. at 216-382-7284
Ampol Club
Boston Mills
Test Fest with Village Ski
Contact Renee S. (216-224-4883) or
Joe B. (216-515-8640)
Tony K’s Bar & Grill, 841 Bagley Rd.
Hold the date for bus/lodging details
Ampol Club
Contact Mark P. (216-701-5747) or
Or John G. (440-941-5829)
Snow Trails
Boston Mills
Contact Mike G. (216-798-1944)
or Lisa D. (330-620-9137)
Holiday Valley
contact [email protected]
Hold the date for bus/lodging details
Contact Al F. (440-258-6848)
Contact [email protected]
Demo Day with Village Ski
Contact Cynthia at [email protected]
Contact Debbie S. (440-734-0611)
Happy Hour!
1/30/2014
The Tradesman Tavern
5746 State Rd.
Parma, OH 44134
(For Sale/Swap/Rent Column located on page 21)
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A Member of the Cleveland Metropolitan Ski Council
January Birthdays
Stacy
Brian
Richard
Robert
Dennis
Tracy R.
Debbie
Patti
Tom
Ivette
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