Newsletter First Quarter 2015

JANUARY-FEBRUARY-MARCH 2015
What's Up Phlock
The Arizona Parrot Head
Club Newsletter
From The President
2015 started out fast and furious! In the first three months of the year, we had four
Happy Hours, three BOD meetings, a Club Meeting, Mardi Gras Party, the Salsa
Challenge, participated in the Phoenix Heart Walk and volunteered at a pet adoptathon
for PACC911. That was a lot of activity and the rest of the year looks like it will be
at that same fun filled pace.
Our experience at the My Nana’s Salsa Challenge stands out to me as the highlight of
the quarter. Major kudos to Jan and Julie Lockwood for their super-efficient running
of our booth. The years of being stuck chopping for hours are no more. They had every
gallon ready almost before the event started. They, and our team of volunteers,
rightly deserved the Best Booth and People’s Choice rewards that we received.
Our Margarita Mix-Off results during the Salsa Challenge were off the hook! Barb and
John Young with their helpers of Michael “The Goat” Bauman and Rick “Pirate
Captain” Dudley brought down the house with a record bid of $10,000 for our
Margarita entry on Saturday. You can read more of the details in this issue’s article
but our team brings a lot of heart and soul to the event and deserves major accolades.
Your Board of Directors and Committee Chairs are working on filling the calendar while
balancing fun and charity. If you haven’t been out to see us in a while, I encourage you
to check your emails or our website for something to attend.
We would love to see you!
Kathy Pfister
Arizona Parrot Head Club President
PHiP Western Region Co-Communicator
http://cheesehead-ramblings.blogspot.com/
PACC911 Adopt-A-Thon
As reported by: Tammy “Queen” Bauman
Our charity for the 2nd Quarter is PACC911 (a group that works with many animal rescue
groups) and they asked for 6 volunteers to help with their Adopt A Thon on March 29th at
Fountain Hills.
Pat Watt, Dave Seaholm, Judy Churchill, Tammy Bauman, Karen and Adam Lyons volunteered
for this mission (it gave them an excuse to go look at all the cute little furry kids!)
It was a very warm day (95 degrees); they ended the event an hour early for the safety of the
animals and humans. The good news is we did raise money for PACC911 selling raffle tickets,
and the best news: 73 fur babies found new homes!
Of course after being in the heat for a few hours; we had to debrief across the street at the
American Sports Grill. Great food and drinks.
Check them out at PACC911.org and shop at their charity boutique on 40th Street and
Thunderbird; Rescued Treasures.
SALSA CHALLENGE/MARGARITA MIX-OFF
Barb Young
March 7 marked the return of the Parrot Heads to the My Nana’s Salsa Challenge &
Margarita Mix Off. We hadn’t participated since 2011 but we got right back in the saddle
quite easily! Thanks to Jan and Julie Lockwood, the Chairpersons of the event, we got a prime
location and had lots of volunteers, all dressed in their Parrot Head finest attire. We had a
“triple wide” booth right at the entrance and made the best Shark Bite Salsa ever! Our booth
got two awards – Best Booth and People’s Choice. We brought in $1,700 in “vote” money – all
of which goes to the sponsor, the Arizona Hemophilia Association.
The Margarita Mix Off was another story. They really were very happy to have us back
because our record of $2,500 for an auctioned Margarita still stood! So John and I concocted
a Kiwi/Strawberry Margarita for the contest. Once again we were last on-stage to compete
because they know the Parrot Heads BRING IT! And bring it we did – beads and koozies for
the audience, John and Goat in their grass skirts with lime and seashell bras, and a huge
blinged-out Margarita glass for the highest bidder. Rick Dudley added some Parrot Head flair
parading around the guitar on stage and of course, Tammy Bauman and Kathy Pfister were
taking pics. Our prize was a red Fender electric guitar, autographed by Roger Clyne and Little
Steven of Bruce Springsteen’s E Street Band. And the Hemophilia Association added a couple
of items to sweeten the auction pot – like a 7 day stay at a Club Med! I gotta say, Chris
Parker’s emcee/auctioneer talents are extraordinary! After a long battle between a couple of
bidders, we definitely broke our record…….the Margarita sold for $10,000! Yep – NFL LongSnapper, Nick Sundburg won. This made the Hemophilia people so happy, the asked (maybe
begged) us to come back on Sunday. We hadn’t planned on it, had no prize for an auction, but
what the heck? John and I threw together a strawberry/banana Margarita and the Hemophilia
folks gave us a prize package. We competed Sunday and got a paltry sum of $3,500 for our
concoction! Not bad for no prep!
Total for the weekend donated to the Arizona Hemophilia Assn through the Arizona Parrot
Head Club’s efforts was $15,200! Thanks to all the volunteers and especially Jan and Julie
for all their hard work in putting this together. No fingers were lost in the chopping tent, so
I guess that’s a good thing! We’ll be back next year for sure!
Too blingy??!!
Nick the NFL guy – he wanted John’s lime
bra with his $10,000 bid and Rick’s shark hat!!
That’s emcee Chris Parker on the left.
Choppers! Sonja, Rose, Woody
and Karen.
John and Goat…….no words.
Chairpersons Julie and Jan
Lockwood with our awards!
Mardi Gras
King
Mike
Finnegan
and
Queen
Paula
Masiulewicz
Crime Dog and Woody (1/2
of Desert Island Band)
Mardi Gras Party 2015
By: Barb Young
Feb 14, 2015 marked the return of the Parrot Head Mardi Gras party! This year, Mardi
Gras shared the spotlight with Valentine’s Day, so it ended up being the Sweetheart Mardi Gras event! We
enjoyed live music from Woody and Crime Dog, one half of the Desert Island Band. I think they had the most
fun of all singing and playing for us. Might have been that bottle of whiskey that was full when they arrived and
conspicuously empty when they left.
The Sweetheart theme ended up being appropriate because Mike Finnegan and Paula Masiulewicz found the
babies in the cup cakes and were crowned King and Queen of Mardi Gras!
The Club took advantage of Margaritaville Foods’ offer again this year and had Volcano shrimp (jalapeno
stuffed). And, of course, the shot of the night was John’s Washington Apples. We did have quite a few Jello
shots, too, thanks to Jello Shot Queen Tammy and a few others.
On a sad note, this was the last official Parrot Head Club party Phred Parrot attended. When he joined some
Club members (no names will be mentioned, KATHY PFISTER) on a trip to Belize, he decided to leave the party
life of the Parrot Heads and live somewhere in the trees of Belize. A concerted effort was made to find him,
but to no avail. And although he’s gone, he still remains in the hearts of all AZPHC members. Fly on, Phred!
Thanks to everyone that attended the party. We were very excited to host it at our newly-remodeled
Surfboard Bar in Our Back Yard! Hope to see you next year!
16th Parrot Grande
August 28-30, 2014
Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs
Come Party With A Purpose!
PARROT GRANDE
AUGUST 28 – 30, 2015
We are proud to announce this year’s charity partner for Parrot Grande!
USO Arizona will benefit from our “Party With A Purpose” weekend.
For more than 70 years, the USO has been the only private, non-profit organization that supports our troops and
their families throughout their service, from the moment they join, through deployments and as they transition
back to their communities. USO is the way America says “Thank You” for their commitment to serve our
country.
They accomplish their mission by delivering highly valued programs; morale-boosting services and engaging
entertainment that help them feel appreciated for their service. The USO is a 501(c)(3) organization established
in 1941, and depends on the generosity of the American public to accomplish their mission of lifting the spirits
of America’s troops and their families.
In Arizona, the USO serves these brave men and women through the USO Center at Phoenix Sky Harbor
Airport and through critical military community outreach. In 2014, troops and their families were served more
than 50,000 times through the USO Arizona Center and other statewide programs. USO Arizona is a military
hospitality suite for active military members that features friendly, helpful volunteers and a contemporary,
relaxing environment. It maintains a café stocked with complimentary snacks and non-alcoholic beverages, a
video gaming area, computer bays with Internet access, printing and fax capabilities, as well as a children's
playroom. Service members can stop by for a bite or to put up their feet before or after their flight. There are
many other programs and events throughout the year that USO sponsors to support the troops and their
families.
And what a theme for the Saturday night with Jimmy and The Parrots party!
Tropical Prom Night! We have an
actual photo booth so dress your
prettiest and have your picture
taken professionally. We’ll have a
King and Queen of the Prom, too,
so start planning your outfits
now. Ladies, who doesn’t want to
win a lovely tiara?! Guys, if you
can’t be King of the house, at
least you can reign over the
Parrot Grande Prom!
Registration is now open
at: www.parrotheads.org
BIRTHDAYS
Pholks who celebrated another trip
around the sun this quarter.
JANUARY
FEBRUARY
MARCH
Tina Metzger
Jan-4
Dave Seaholm
Feb-2
Louie Jandro
Mar-1
Doug Murray
Jan-6
Karl Winkelman
Feb-2
Kevin Andrews
Mar-2
Vicki Sykes
Jan-16
Patti McClements
Feb-3
John Young
Mar-5
Claudia LaClair
Jan-20
Deb Zinn
Feb-6
Carol Metivier
Mar-9
Tom Gilluly
Jan-21
Gina Nohl
Feb-12
Matt Zinn
Mar-10
Toni Soderman
Jan-26
Jim Poole
Feb-23
Norene Norris
Mar-12
David Briant
Feb-24
Mary O'Malley
Mar-15
Michael Williams
Feb-26
Rachel Baderman
Mar-16
Jan Lockwood
Mar-16
Sam Rainwater
Mar-18
HAPPY BIRTHDAY EVERYONE!
Now then –
While you are out there celebrating, there is always something
you can be doing to help the club.
We are collecting pop/beer tabs and this will be an ongoing
thing for Ronald McDonald house.
When you recycle cans, pull of the tops and take them to the
Queen.
Notes from regarding Phred

Where in the world is the Most
Interesting Parrot?
You have probably heard by now that
Phred Parrot is missing. There are
two theories as to how this could
happen. The first theory is that the
Parrot Heads in charge of Phred
One of the last Phred images…
during a day of drinking at the Palapa
Bar in Belize overserved themselves
and either left him at the bar or in
the back seat of a cab. The second
theory is that Phred decided to make
his
own
adventure
and
become
another Gringo in Belize. There are
reward posters all over San Pedro
with his picture on it. Personally I'm
waiting to see him photo bomb
someone's picture who is in Belize.
Phred last seen for sure at La Palapa Bar
At the very least, he could send the
Queen his address so she can ship all
his 'stuph' to him! Enjoy the journey
Phred!
IS “PHRED PARROT”
your Friend on FACEBOOK??
Phred is our Mascot and is in charge of ALL OUR CLUB EVENTS! ONLY if you are
his “FRIEND” – will you be invited to any Club Events on Facebook! Believe me
– you don’t want to miss out on ANY of the upcoming fun!
2015 Board of Directors
HAPPY HOURS
 BOD meetings
 President: Kathy Pfister
CLUB MEETINGS
Will rotate around the Valley.
Please look to your club emails
orparrotheads.org to get the latest
information.

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First Quarter 2015 Charity:
Arizona Hemophilia Association
Treasurer's report
As of March 31, 2015
ASSETS
Checking/Savings
M&I Bank/ checking
M&I Bank/ Savings
PayPal-online
12,547.12
597.45
2,331.55
Total Checking/Savings
$15,476.18
Total Current Assets
$15,476.18
LIABILITIES & EQUITY
Opening Bal Equity
Unrestricted Net Assets
Net Income
Total Equity
7,348.36
-3,621.14
4,506.68
$15,476.18
TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY
$15,476.18
[email protected]
 Vice President: Dave Seaholm
[email protected]
 Secretary: Tammy Bauman
[email protected]
 Treasurer: Sandy O’Grady
[email protected]
 Member at Large: Elaine Jordan
[email protected]
 Member at Large: Woody Joyner
[email protected]
 Member at Large: Barb Young
[email protected]
 Member at Large: Karen Lyons
[email protected]
 Member at Large: Bob Rohn
[email protected]
 Charity Chair: Barb Young
[email protected]
 Membership Committee:
o Tammy Bauman
[email protected]
o Cathy McDonough
[email protected]
o Sonja Schroder
[email protected]
o Marisa Molinari
[email protected]
Upcoming Events
at a glance
May 9th - BOD/HH Location TBD
“PARTY WITH A
PURPOSE”
May 15-17 – PTTW
May 24th -Party/Fundraiser/DIB at Robert &
Penny's 2pm - ?
June 13th - BOD/HH/Club Meeting/Bowling
July 11th - Mike Broward House Concert at the
Bauman Party Palace
July 18th - Christmas in July
Aug. 28-30 - 16th Anniversary Parrot Grande
at Pointe Hilton Tapatio Cliffs
Golf Resort
November 14th - Memory Walk
Email Entire Board:
[email protected];
[email protected];
[email protected];
[email protected];
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
General Email:
[email protected]
Snail Mail:
AZPHC
P.O. Box 16093
Phoenix, Az. 85011-6093
480-423-5504
www.parrotheads.org
The Arizona Parrot Head Club is a Non-Profit Corporation for people interested in
Jimmy Buffett’s music and tropical spirit.
The Club’s purpose is to assist in community outreach programs and to provide
members with a means of social interaction