Gerry 5 VFA Spring Fever!
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Gerry 5 VFA Spring Fever!
Gerry 5 VFA APRIL 2014 EDITION WWW.GERRY5.COM Spring Fever! "April is a promise that May is bound to keep!" ~Hal Borland Mother Nature has a way of making us wait. She likes to tease us for a while and then make us wait just a little bit more. March came-in-like-a-lion-and-left-almost thesame-darn-way. Below average temperatures, gray days, snow and snizzle with a few flashes of Spring pretty much sums up March. Cabin fever/Spring fever is running rampant! With the change to Daylight Savings Time we were really looking forward to warm days and outdoor activities. Gardeners are itching to dig and plant, others look longingly at their boats, and the sweaters and long sleeves of Winter are getting quite boring! We know we should be patient but after this winter it is getting difficult! Despite the weather and winter doldrums we had a good month at the Club. The Meat Raffle/Trivia Contest was another fun afternoon with great attendance. We do appreciate your participation and support of the Scholarships and Charities Funds. We have another entertaining afternoon scheduled for April 19th with a special treat for attendees (see article below). The St. Patrick's Day Feast was once again a good bit of craic with delicious food and camaraderie. The Gerry was represented at the MDA Firefighters Cooking for a Cure fundraiser and it was a huge success (see article in this newsletter). "April hath put a spirit of youth in everything." ~William Shakespeare. We hope this is true this year. We've got a packed calendar for April. Read the announcements and see the Calendar of Events in this newsletter for an "at a glance" look. NHL playoffs (Go Bruins!), the Masters Tournament, NBA playoffs, and don't forget the Red Sox are back with regular season play. This plus NASCAR, pool, and always good company and interesting conversation present many opportunities/excuses to join your friends here at the Club. GERRY 5 VFA NEWSLETTER Remember to check for event updates in your email or on the web site throughout the month. "“Isn't it appropriate that the month of the tax begins with April Fool's Day and ends with cries of "May Day!"”~unknown Member of the Year Honored Congratulations to Carol McHugh, our 2013 Member of the Year. Carol was selected as by the Board after being nominated by a fellow member for her tireless efforts in the kitchen, assisting with musters, and participating on various committees. We thank Carol for your continued dedication to the Gerry. Without the efforts of Carol and other members like her, we would not be the great Club we are. Thank Carol and other volunteers the next time you see them. Bar Tap Upgrade Complete "Variety is the spice of life that gives it all its flavor." ~ William Cowper. ...and we aim to please! We recently upgraded the bar from the six-tap system to a ten-tap. This means more varieties of draft beer for our patrons to enjoy. We've added Harpoon, Blue Moon, Newburyport Pale Ale, and Bud Light. The upgrade also includes a new glass chiller and glass beer cases. Next time you're at the Club check out the new equipment. We look forward to serving you! Roll up your Sleeves! Special Blood Drive - April 17th As a special assist to the American Red Cross and the VFW, we will be hosting a Blood Drive on Thursday, April 17th, 1 - 7 p.m. in the Function Hall. You may make an appointment by call 1-800-RED-CROSS or on-line at redcrossblood.org. Walk-ins are welcome. All donors will receive John's Famous Clam Chowder as a thank you from the Gerry. Thanks to our Blood Drive Chairperson, Arlyne Campbell, and member, Janet Brings, for organizing this special drive. A Special Thank You to Ian Bernier, member and employee, for crafting and installing the new bar shelf next to the pool table. It makes great use of a small space and looks good as well. It wasn't installed for more than a couple of hours before the first beverage found its new landing space. Firefighters Cooking for a Cure Exceeds - A message from the President A Gerry 5 Sponsor Spot April Meat Raffle and Trivia Contest Join us this month on Saturday, April 19th, at 3:00 p.m. for the monthly Meat Raffle and Trivia Contest. We feature an assortment of meats featuring seasonal favorites. The meat is from New England Meat Market. You don't want to miss this! This month we will also have Darvy's famous clams available during the Raffle/Trivia. If you've had them, you know to get there early. If you haven't, then you don't know what you're missing! The rules: four meat raffles, - three of which you must buy into. Tickets are 6 for $5.00 for each of the first three raffles. All losing tickets are automatically entered into the fourth raffle,- the losers raffle. There are no losers! Multiple prizes are awarded for each raffle. You MUST be present to win. Trivia starts with the first raffle and is FREE to play! There are three rounds of 20 questions. Prizes are awarded to the team with the most points in each round and a Grand Prize is awarded to the team with the most overall points. Think April events for this month's theme plus some general trivia. It's fun, sometimes informational, and a great way to spend your afternoon. All proceeds go to the Gerry Charities and Scholarships Fund. Attendees may bring snacks for themselves or to share with others. See you here!! I would like to thank the following people for their help preparing and participating in the 6th Annual Firefighters Cooking for a Cure at the Danversport Yacht Club on Saturday, March 22, 2014: Ryan Glavin, Jay Smidt, Bill Moynihan, John Blaney, Karen Rogers, Dirk Martin, Terry Raustad, Cheryl Raustad, Erik Smith, Jennifer Mitchell, Carol McHugh, Robb Macomber, Mark Lausier and our resident Firefighter Retired Rick Bartlett. I would also like to thank member Vin Conte for helping procure some very special ingredients for the event and member Dave Martin for helping gain access to the Mason's kitchen to cook some of the food. All of the above helped to make this a very successful event and it was a real pleasure working with them! Although we didn't win, we represented the Gerry 5 with pride. Thank you, Mike Butler, President, Gerry 5 VFA www.joegreenagency.com 781-631-5000 A Gerry 5 Sponsor Spot is $25.00 in advance. Dinner will be served 5:30 6:30 p.m. (Choices are steak tips and fries or chicken fingers and fries.) Dinner tickets must be purchased by Wednesday, May 14th. Cash bar, 21 and older. Attendees may bring snacks. Ask about reserving tables when you purchase tickets. Tickets may be purchased in person or by calling 781-631-5214. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Show starts at 7:00 p.m. This event is open to the public. A Gerry 5 Sponsor Spot Gerry Giggles Comedy Night Coming May 17th You asked, we deliver! It's going to be a great night at the Gerry - one to tickle your funny bone and relief all the stress of our daily routines. We proudly present a night of comedy on Saturday, May 17th. Featuring three very popular comedians, we invite you to join us for lots of giggles, laughs, and guffaws! Mike Prior, a familiar name to many of you, has been making people laugh since his school days when a bully threatened to beat him up for his lunch money. Mike has crowds in the palms of his hands. He has performed with national recording artists as well as touring with Al Yankovich. For more information on Mike, see his web site @ mikepriorcomedy.com. Paul Keenan is best described as a twelve year old boy trapped in a 6'4" adult body. He is a regular performer in the Boston comedy scene. For more information on Paul, see his web site @ paulkeenancomedy.com. Patty Ross is one of the most sought after personalities on the national comedy scene. Her charming sarcastic wit and no-holds-barred prospective on life's problems coupled with her unique persona make her a tough but lovable character. She has performed on national TV and in films (Grown-Ups 2). For more information on Patty, see her web site @ comedianpattyross.com. We offer two ticket packages for this event. Comedy only is $15.00 in advance or $20.00 at the door (if space available). Comedy & Dinner Special Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament Set to Tee Off Organizer Steve Shepard announced the 2014 Gerry Scholarship Golf Tournament will take place on Friday, June 6, 2014 (rain date is June 20th) at The Meadow in Peabody, MA. The format is a scramble (four person team). The entry fee is $125.00 person or $500.00 per foursome. The fee includes golf, cart, steak and shrimp dinner and prizes for all entrants. If you would like to enjoy a day of golf with friends and contribute to our many scholarships, please come and play in this year's tournament. After a rousing day of golf, players will be treated to an evening at the Gerry with hors d'oeuvres at 4:30 p.m. followed by dinner at 5:00 p.m. and awarding of prizes. Sign-up forms are available at the Gerry or on the web site (www.gerry5.com). Tee times will be awarded on a first come, first serve basis. Mail or bring the entry form to the Gerry along with your check. Please make checks payable to Steve Shepard, NOT the Gerry. All proceeds go to the Gerry Scholarships Fund. Golf Tournament Holes Looking for Sponsors This year we are seeking sponsors for the 18 holes in the Annual Scholarship Golf Tournament on June 6th. Sponsorship is $100 per hole. Those interested in sponsoring a hole, please contact Mark Lausier at 781-844-9386. All proceeds go to the Gerry Scholarships Fund. 2014 Muster Schedule Approved The NESVFL has approved the following muster dates for 2014: July 5 - Bath, ME, July 13 Wareham, MA, (Sunday) July 19 -Topsham, ME, July 26 - Newbury, August 2 - Salem Willows. There may also be a muster in Winchendon. We will update the schedule as appropriate. Check the web site for the latest information (gerry5.com). Schedule is posted at the bottom of the home page. Passages Barbara Cash, wife of member Phil Cash, passed on March 15, 2014. Born in Salem and raised in Marblehead, she and Phil were married for 43 years. Barb worked at the Marblehead Community Store for over 35 years and was bookkeeper for her husband's business. A devoted wife and mother she also was a staunch member of the Tuesday Night Book Club. Barbara was 68. We extend our deepest sympathy to Phil, the family and friends. Douglas Melanson, stepson of member Dennis Rozumek, passed on March 13, 2014 in Beverly Hills, FL after a lengthy illness. Doug was a developer and contractor in Massachusetts before relocating to Florida. Doug enjoyed family time and providing a loving, fun-filled home life to his children and wife. He was close to his entire family and will be deeply missed by all. We extend our condolences to his family and friends. Members Voted in at April Meeting The following re-applicants were voted membership at the April meeting: Kevin Conley, Joseph Cross, Cassandra Milmore, Anthony Paciulli of Marblehead, and Douglas Forsyth of Danvers. The following new applicants were voted membership at the April meeting: Geno Alissi, Paul Duffy, Amy Elwell, Andrew Ernst, Amy Gagne, David Kolodny, Angel Nunez of Marblehead, William Frost, Janice Palumbo, John Walsh of Salem, and Daniel DeVellis of Swampscott. The following applicants were held over: Pat Bernato, Mark Bernato, Alex Brooks, Dan Brothers, Miles Greenway, and William Karademos of Marblehead. New Applicants Read at the April Meeting (to be voted on in May) .June Alberino, David Bolognese, Shelley Michaels Kamin, Charlene Publicover, Keith McDonald of Marblehead, and Tim Hurley of Swampscott. Re-applicants Read at the April Meeting (to be voted on in May) Jac Bentley and Dean Oliver of Marblehead, David Keefe of Beverly, and Matt Brogna and Lee Chouinard of Swampscott. Reminder! At least one sponsor is required to be in attendance at the meeting in order for a candidate to be voted on. We also ask our sponsors to please ensure the applications are legible when submitted. The winner of the 50/50 was #32 (again). A Gerry 5 Sponsor Spot Gerry Member Classifieds Now Available We offer, as a service to our members, classified ad space in the newsletter (both print and electronic editions), the web site, and on G5TV. The cost is $20 per ad per month. The ad should be short, concise and legible and include the seller's name and contact information. A classified ad form is available at the Club. Be sure the form is filled out and submitted to the Secretary for publishing when payment is made to the Manager or Bartender. We look forward to helping you while you help us! Please contact the Manager or Secretary with any questions. Women's t-shirts - pink with red logo...............$15.00 Women's t-shirts - dark heather w/red logo......$15.00 Sizes 2XL and larger cost an additional $2.00 for tshirts or $3.00 for sweatshirts and hoodies. We will special order embroidery items for you, though a minimum order is required. Look for sample embroidery items including a Charles River vest, baseball caps and knit beanies at the Club in the display case Don't forget - these make great gifts any time of year. See the bartender, manager, or Secretary to purchase. A Gerry 5 Sponsor Spot Looking for a Gift Idea? How about a Gerry 5 Gift card?! Gift cards are available for purchase at the Club. A Gerry 5 Sponsor Spot Gerry 5 Member Business Sponsorships Available [email protected] A Gerry 5 Sponsor Spot Gerry 5 Logo Apparel Available for Purchase We have t-shirts and sweatshirts with the Gerry 5 logo for sale. We have a few colors to offer with screen print logo front and back. NOW IN STOCK! Hoodies - black with white logo......................$30.00 Sweatshirts - black with red logo.....................$20.00 Sweatshirts - khaki with red logo......................$20.00 T-shirts - dark heather with red logo................$15.00 T-shirts - rusty bronze with white logo.............$15.00 T-shirts - stone blue with black logo.................$15.00 Long-sleeve t-shirts - dark heather with red......$17.00 Advertise your business or skills! We offer sponsorships to members for the monthly newsletter, both electronic and print editions. This includes all event updates, the Gerry website, and G5TV. The prime positions within the body of the newsletter have been sold. Remaining spots are available in the members services section at the end of the newsletter for $50 per year. Size is limited to that of a standard business card. Please fill out a sponsor form with contact information and attach a business card or similar information. Contact the Manager, Art Dodge, or Secretary, Kathy Tankersley. Please Pay Your Bar Tabs! All patrons are reminded to please pay your bar tabs. Remember there may be a penalty to pay. Payments are due the 1st of each month but No Later Than the 1st Wednesday/Member Meeting. You may use credit cards to pay your tab! Please check the status of your tab with the bartender before charging to make sure you haven't reached the limit of $50.00. Members with overdue bills will be contacted for payment. April 17 Special BLOOD DRIVE April 19 Meat Raffle/Trivia Contest 3:00 p.m. NBA Playoffs begin Sound Bites "So can I have a glass of water?" "No but you can have a glass of vodka." "OK then." "It's like a pyramid." "It's the original Ponzi scheme!" "What people don't understand is the Gerry is our playground." " Quality time. It's what matters, not quantity." "If I stay, she might burst into flames!" April 20 EASTER CLUB CLOSED 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. NO FAMILY FRIDAY! May 2014 May 3 Kentucky Derby May 6 Orientation 7:30 p.m. May 7 Board Meeting Member Meeting 7:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. Secretary May 9 Muster Fry Moved? Changed your e-mail address or phone number? Please let us know! We need to keep our May 10 member records as up to date as possible. Leave your information at the Club or e-mail [email protected] or [email protected] with changes. Thank you! Marblehead Garden Club Plant Sale 9:00 - 11:00 a.m. Meat Raffle/Trivia Contest 3:00 p.m. May 11 Mother's Day Breakfast FUNCTION HALL RENTAL - Remember the Function May 17 Hall is available at reduced prices for members - parties, meetings, dances, celebrations, funerals, weddings, dinners...Contact Art Dodge at 781-631-5214. Preakness Comedy Night May 21 Board Meeting May 24 Bags Tournament........................2:00 p.m. May 26 MEMORIAL DAY - CLUB CLOSED Thank you for reading! ~Kathy Tankersley, The Gerry 5 VFA newsletter is published monthly in both hardcopy and electronic formats. Deadline for submission of information is Thursday following the member meeting. Calendar of Events April 2014 April 4 Red Sox Home Opener 2:05 p.m. March Madness Semi-Finals April 5 ANNUAL BANQUET 6:00 p.m. April 7 March Madness Championship April 7-13 Masters Golf Tournament April 11 Muster Fry April 16 Board Meeting NHL Playoffs begin Officers President- Mike Butler Vice President- Dirk Martin Treasurer-Dennis Nelson Secretary-Kathy Tankersley Foreman-Allan MacMillan Asst. Foreman-Jim Foss Board of Directors Joan Champlin Ray Gauthier Ryan Glavin Mark Lausier Steve Shepard Manager: Art Dodge 7:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. GERRY MEMBER SERVICES www.sirspeedybostonmass.com DJ, Karaoke, Live Band - Any Type of Event Have Music, Will Travel [email protected] www.bedrockmusic.net GERRY CLASSIFIEDS www.NewEnglandMoves.com/Andrea.Dodge www.kilgoreinsuranceagency.com FOR SALE - EXCESS TOOLS Black & Decker 3/4" SDS rotary hammer drills, Model 5014 w/steel carrying case. Multiple drill bits ranging from 3/16" to 5/8"; various lengths. $50.00 each. Kango spline drive electric demolition hammer. Steel case w/multiple drill & chisel bits. $350.00. Milwaukee Sawzall in case w/various blades. $70.00. Black & Decker Drill Sharpener $70.00. Dayton bench mount grinding wheel $50.00 Black & Decker 4 1/2" hand grinder $60.00 7 1/4" Skilsaw $80.00 1/2" electric impact drill w/sockets & case $90.00. Sioux 60 degree angle screw guns/drills (3 available) $50.00 each. Step-up folding scaffold 4' high $90.00. 3 ton cast hydraulic floor jack $90.00 Dayton band saw mounted on wheels; 5 1/2" cap. 100 electric $150.00. Craftsman table saw $100.00. Contact Dave Morse @ 781-631-2585 FOR SALE - Snap-On eight (8) drawer mechanic's tool chest. Good condition. $450.00 Photos available. Contact Neil Rossman at 617-571-3300 or 978-717-5701; email: [email protected]. FOR SALE - Delta band saw. 12-inch throat with stand. $350.00 Photos available. Contact Neil Rossman at 617-571-3300 or 978-717-5701; email: [email protected]. FOR SALE - Two (2) 150# mushroom moorings w/wo shackles, w/wo chain, w/wo pennent. $150 for mooring. Rest is negotiable. Contact Neil Rossman at 617-571-3300 or 978-717-5701; email: [email protected]. THIS COULD BE YOUR AD DISPLAYED HERE! Notice: It is the policy and objective of the Gerry 5 Veteran Fireman's Association (Gerry 5 VFA) to provide a pleasant, inviting, and safe social facility to all who enter. The Gerry 5 VFA welcomes, and will not tolerate discrimination against, applicants, members and guests on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or marital status.