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Proposed Bylaw AmendmentYour current Board of Directors is proposing an amendment to the Bylaws in an effort to improve the financial future ofthe Club. Over 90% of our membership dues are spent to provide trip credits for your nine Board members. Theamount allocated in 2013 for this purpose was 13,300 (however most current Board members have donated back tothe Club, so the actual amount is less than 2,500) This amendment would substantially decrease the burden ofthe trip credits on the Club.Under the current bylaws, in 2013 all elected Board members except the Member at Large receive a trip credit with acalculated value of 1,661 for 2013. Appointed Directors receive a trip credit of half this amount. This amendmentwould reduce the trip credit received by most Board members to 500, with the exception of the President and PastPresident who would receive none. Also this amendment would officially allow a Board member who declinesaccepting the trip credit to designate how that money should be spent for the good of the membership – with Boardapproval.If you vote for this amendment, you will not have to spend 14,000 on free trips for the Board of Directors and thesefunds will be used to benefit the membership. If you vote against this amendment, you will pay 14,000 for free tripsfor the board.After Board approval, the next step is to notify all members, by reasonable means, of the proposed changes at least 30days prior to the open discussion, which is the purpose of this email. Hard copies of this Proposed Amendment willalso be mailed to all members who choose to pay for the newsletters to be mailed to them and again as part of theApril Gator Tales which includes proxy ballots for the candidates seeking election. Copies are also available on theclub's website: www.gatorsnowskiclub.com, and at the General Membership meeting on February 13th. Copies mayalso be requested by contacting the Secretary, Tammy Walkoff, at nuwithu@aol.com or 772.237.5562.This Proposed Amendment will be discussed at the March 13th General Membership meeting, and voted on at theApril 10th General Membership meeting in conjunction with the election of officers. All Additions are printed in Boldand any deletions are crossed through. Please plan to attend the March meeting to express any comments orquestions that you may have. Note that you must be present at the April meeting to vote on this significant and definingamendment.The following is the actual amendment:Amendment - Reduction in Amount of Trip Credit Benefits for Board of DirectorsCOMES NOW the Gator Snow Ski Club. Inc., a Florida Not for Profit Corporation formed by its original Articles ofIncorporation filed with the Department of State of Florida on January 24, 1977 Amended in theFirst Amended and Restated Articles of Incorporation and By-Laws filed with the Department ofState of Florida on April 12, 1991, and August 10, 2006 and April 10, 2014 and now provides acomplete restatement of Club Articles and By-Laws dated August 10, 2006 April 10, 2014. Thiscomplete restatement of Club Articles and By-Laws has been duly adopted by the Directors andMembers. The complete restatement of Club Articles and By-Laws restate and integrate and thereis no discrepancy between the Articles of Incorporation and the Amended and Restated Articles ofIncorporation and By-Laws other than the inclusion of amendments adopted pursuant to Section617.1002, Florida Statutes.
ARTICLE IX- Section 4:BENEFITS TRIP DISCOUNTSExecutive Committee and Appointed Directors (a) Executive Committee - All members of the Executive Committee, with the exception of thePresident and the Past President, during their year of service shall be entitled to go a 500discount on one trip, either a ski or non-ski trip, with the following limitations:(i) If the benefit discount is used on a ski trip, said member of the Executive Committeeshall be entitled to go cost free a 500 discount to be applied to the trip, including, but notlimited to airfare, lodging, lift tickets, and other activities included in the trip package thatis offered to Club members, with the maximum value of the benefit being the calculatedaverage amount of the upcoming ski trips not exceeding eight nights. The list of trips andcosts used shall be as of December 1 of each year. Trip extensions shall not be used in theabove described benefit calculation. The member of the Executive Committee may chooseany ski trip for which to apply their benefit if they pay the difference between the averageski trip cost and the cost of the trip they choose. If a ski trip valued less than the calculatedaverage 500 is chosen, the participant shall not receive the difference, or any partthereof. In times of financial need, the amount of the benefit trip discount can be adjustedin an emergency by the Executive Committee and the Member at Large.(ii) If the benefit discount is used on a non-ski trip, the maximum value of the benefitdiscount shall be as calculated stated in Section 4(a)(i) above.(b) Directors - All Appointed Directors during their year of service on the Board of Directors shall beentitled to a fifty percent 500 discount on any Club trip. The benefit for an AppointedDirector shall be fifty percent of the calculated average ski trip for an Appointed Directorshall be fifty percent of the calculated average ski trip described in Section 4(i) above. If aski trip valued less than fifty percent of the calculated average 500 is chosen, theparticipant shall not receive the difference, or any portion thereof.Section 5:Benefit Trip Discount Limitations – Any member of the Executive Committee, Trip Leader, AssistantTrip Leader, or Appointed Director will be entitled to choose only one trip to which the benefitdiscount will apply within the Club fiscal year. In other words, the benefit discount may not be splitin half and applied to two different trips. Upon approval of the Executive Committee, a member ofthe Executive Committee or Appointed Director may defer the benefit trip discount for up to oneyear.Section 6:Donation of Trip Discount Funds – If a member of the Board chooses not to go on a trip, thatmember may designate how the unused funds are to be used for the good of the membershipwith Board approval. The member may not receive any personal benefit from the funds.Effective Date: These amendments shall take effect on August 10, 2006 June 1, 2014.
PAGE4FEBRUARYEvents PlanningCommittee: Meets theSECOND MONDAY of eachmonth FROM NOW ONCheck us outon FacebookJoin Betty and Connie theSECOND Monday of eachmonth at 7 PM at Tall Tales atGander Mountain in Palm BeachGardens.2014Look for our Mascotat Happy HourLook for our Gator sign andthe alligator head full of candy,seen here at the December6th happy hour at Tall Tales.Create yourown freeFacebookaccount, thensearch forGator Snow SkiClub. You canjoin the groupor just "like us".GATORJoin Us at Our EventsRoberto and Mariann Bruno,Ed Scheer, guest and BenSmith enjoy the Gator Happy Hour at the Tiki Bar onDecember 13th.TALESParticipate in Community ActivitiesGators on the Social and Special Activities Planning Committee at our Decembermeeting. We plan many kindsof events. We need volunteers & invite you to join us!
PAGEFEBRUARY52014Our New Website is UPTake a tour of our new website. Wehope you like it ! It features:Event Information: on ski trips and allsocial activities.Blogs: each of your Board Members cankeep you up-to-date on the news from theirarea of responsibility.Event Registration: register online and pay with credit card (or checks).Join/Renew: your membership online.Members Only Area*: a password protected area with a searchable Directoryand other content.Forums: where members can discuss topics of interest with other members.Surveys: where members can vote on preferences.Customizable Member Profile: You can add a head shot of yourself, and setyour privacy settings (what information would you like to share and what to keepprivate).Photo Albums: pictures taken at our events.are you there?*In order to access the Members Only area, your membership for the currentfiscal year (June 1, 2013- May 31, 2014) must be current, or the system will not letyou in. If you need to join or renew your membership, you can do so online. Yourlogin is your e-mail. Each member needs a unique e-mail.If you are logging in for the first time, click "Forgot Password" and a password willbe e-mailed to you, from webmaster@gatorsnowskiclub.com. If you do not see thee-mail shortly, check your spam/junk folder.If you have joined/renewed recently via check, and you cannot log in, your checkmay be being processed. Otherwise, we may be missing your e-mail or there maybe a typo in it.Please contact Estela Basso webmaster@gatorsnowskiclub for help.GATORTALES
PAGE6FEBRUARY2014From your VP Ski Trips, Sheri AgnewWe are on the slopes!!!By the time this hits the Newsletter, Snowmass will havecome and gone with 62 skier’s that enjoyed the “Power ofFour” and everything that the great Aspen / Snowmass resortarea has to offer! Thank you Everett & Cheryl for all yourhard work! Can’t wait to see the pictures!!Following on their heels is our shorter, budget friendly trip toKeystone that has been sold out for quite some time withTrip Leader Chris McArdle and 35 Skiers! This trip takes offFebruary 2-7, 2014! Rich Ruvido was lucky to be able toplan a “back to back” trip doing both Snowmass & Keystone!Marie York & Kathy Salata have signed up 55 Skiers for FSC-Park City with Deer Valley & the Canyons thrown in, heading out February 22, 2014, with a very active wait list. Socheck in with them and see if you can go!Spring Break at Arrowhead in Beaver Creek also has theability to add on with Trip Leaders Evie Houston & TerrySussman!! Soooo if you’ve been sitting on the fence on thisone, jump OFF and sign UP!Speaking of being active .we are actively looking for clubmembers to step up to a leadership position and sign up as atrip leader or an assistant. When was the last time you led atrip? Or have you yet? There is a lot of reward in being apart of great memories with your friends, and new systemsimplemented are making it easier. Included in this newsletteris a two-page Trip Leader Application. Qualifications include 2 year membership for leaders & 1 year for assistants.All our trips are online, so working with our website, Facebook and email, plus abilities to work with excel reports andword are requirements.Also included in this newsletter is a two-page Trip Surveythat we are asking YOU the member to complete & return.The Ski Season is about YOU and where YOU want to go let us hear from YOU!!! GROUP TRAVEL what does that really mean? Weare a Group of Club Members that enjoy skiing together and as such our Club offers “Group Travel”. With GroupTravel comes many, many perks: Discounted Air, Discounted Lodging & Discounted Lifts are the 3 major componentsof our “Group Packages”. Because of this we get to stay inLodging that, by ourselves we would not be able to afford ORwould pay A LOT more for! The same goes for our Air Fare& definitely our Lift Tickets. That is the PLUS side of GroupTravel.Unfortunately there can be down side as the * at thebottom of your Trip Application indicates. What arethey? When it comes to Air, which is booked 9months in advance by the Tour Operator to be ableto block large amounts at a reasonable rate, we areat the Airlines mercy. They at any point in time canchange our flight times, add on fuel surcharges, extend our layovers, or in the worst case scenarioeliminate our flight all together. That has happened!!When it comes to Lodging, every resort and everyproperty is different. And the majority of units areprivately owned, with the management companieskeeping track of inventory. This means that at anypoint in time an owner can pull their unit from theblock and all the nice bedding arrangements that thetrip leader worked diligently on must be redone. It isalso very important to be aware that “bedding is notguaranteed”. We are contracted with a “Block” ofrooms, but we are not guaranteed the bedding.However most resorts work very hard to be sure weare accommodated and all are happy. And usuallythey will offer you an upgraded option if you are willing to pay for it. If you are a Single going on ourtrips, it is very important for you to know how manysingle beds are blocked, as not all resorts areequal. Your Trip Leader is educated in that numberso be sure to ask them!Therefore if getting a great vacation, skiing withyour friends & family, at “group rates”, and recognizing that anything could change, works for you, thenwelcome to Group Travel! Have fun and stay safeon the slopes!!Stay tuned as we formulate another great GroupTravel Season for 2015!Until next time, Gator Mates,Sheri AgnewVP Ski Trips, (561) 371-1153;gatorskivp@gmail.comGATORTALES
PAGEFEBRUARY72014Snowmass/Aspen, Colorado – Ski TripJanuary 25 to February 1, 2014The Florida Ski Council trip to Snowmass/Aspen is on the slopes! We had some lateadd-ons and we are now 60 strong! EverettBarber and Cheryl Barnes are leading a greatbunch of Gators who are enjoying some fantastic Colorado skiing and partying!Our race captain this year is Rich Ruvido andhe is very excited about our chances tobring home the gold, the coveted FloridaCup! We signed members up for the race atour pre-trip party and have a great team.tion for a 6th day. We enjoy the FSC après skiparty, the theme party (Fabulous Fifties is thetheme) and help compete for the coveted FSCFlorida Cup team trophy. Feast at a Gators onlydinner party at a great restaurant in Aspen! Thislucky group is skiing and partying with old andnew friends, members of our terrific ski club!If you have any questions are need additional information, please contact Everett Barber, TripLeader at 561-215-8704 or e-mail him at barbever@msn.com.Here is a recap of what our Snowmass crewis experiencing! We flew from PBI to Eaglevia either Delta or American with a shortground transfer to the lodge. We ski in/skiout from the Crestwood Condos at Snowmass or take a short shuttle bus to ski Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands or Buttermilk Village. Five day lift ticket with an op-Keystone, Colorado — Ski TripFebruary 2 - 7, 2014Hey skiers! Do you want to get away and skiinexpensively at one of Colorado's premierresorts? Do you want to ski with SHORTweekday lift lines and NO holiday traffic?If that sounds good to you, then come joinus at KEYSTONEAfter a quick one hour bus ride we will arrive atThe Inn at Keystone and your skiing dreams willcome true! Our package for flight, hotel at TheInn at Keystone, bus and baggage transfers, fourdays of skiing and pre-trip party is only 999.00! We are sold out but have a waiting list.Where on Earth can you find such a deal?And if all of this isn't good enough for you, your liftticket to Keystone also includes the other premiGATORTALESere ski resorts of Breckenridge and Vail.Breckenridge is a short 40 minute free shuttle away, and Vail is only slightly longer.Please contact me, the trip leader for moreinformation: Chris McArdle, 561-575-5587,cell 561-267-5820, or email me at cmcardle0152@gmail.com. Come on and joinus for a great four days of skiing!
PAGE8FEBRUARY2014Park City, Utah - Ski TripPark City FSC Skier's Choice Trip!Feb 22 – Mar 1, 2014Just in!! Gator Snow Ski Club's FSC Park Citytrip has immediate opening for a single—a femalewho doesn't mind sharing a condo with 3 otherguys (will have room to herself), or aSingleMale. Ski Park City, Deer Valley andCanyonswith various ski lift packages. 5 DAY 1,812. Includes FSC Events and Club Dinner &Apres Ski.Park City trip leaders are taking names on standby so if you want to ski three exciting mountains:Park City, The Canyons and exclusive Deer Valley resort, please let us know. The historic town,home to the Sundance Film Festival, has amazingnight life and restaurants. Our Shadow Ridgecondominium is a short walk to the main lift areaas well as Après ski hot spots and ski storage. 1759 (4 day lift tix); 1812 (5 day lift tix)—Skier’s Choice— to ski Park City & Deer Valley& Canyons. You choose!Trip includes: 7 nights lodging at Shadow Ridge Condos(just across from the lift) Roundtrip air from PBI to Salt Lake City Transfers to the resort (a short 35 minute ride) Two FSC dinners/parties Party is"Beach Theme" Gator dinner in historic Park CityContact Marie York, Trip Leaderlifecoach@yorksolutionsLLc.com or KathySalata assistant trip leader kathymsalata@gmail.comBeaver Creek, Colorado — Spring Break Ski TripMarch 15-22. 2014Beaver Creek Mountain! A dream toski! And Arrowhead Village, deluxe condominiums offering Ski In/Walk Out! You willlove the quaint town of Beaver Creek! Andthe price of this trip at 1890 in a 2 BR condounit or 1845 in a 3 BR is amazing for SpringBreak Season!! We have room now for asingle male. Otherwise, if you don't wantto miss this opportunity, sign up on our activewait list, as you never know what mightchange!! Also, your lift ticket package includes Vail, Breckenridge & Keystone! Andthere is so much to do even if you don't ski!Beaver Creek is known for its fine dining,shops and of course the breath taking scenery!And where else can you go, and get hot chocolate & chocolate chip cookies served to you atthe end of the day? Wow, that is worth italone! Come join me and Terry Sussman forwhat will be a fantastic week in Beaver Creeknext March! Trip Leader: Evie Houston (561)762-2628; sgjewelers2@aol.com Asst. Leader: Terry Sussman (772) 873-0525.GATORTALES
PAGEFEBRUARY92014GATOR SNOW SKI & ACTIVITIES CLUB2014 – 2015 FSC Trip Leader & Assistant ApplicationNAME:ADDRESS:HOME PHONE: ( ) CELL PHONE: ( )EMAIL:Current Club By-law requirements: “Trip Leaders shall have been members of the Club for at least two (2) years,and have participated in a prior trip of similar complexity as an Assistant Trip Leader.An Assistant Trip Leader shall have been a member of the Club for at least one (1) year and have participated in aprior Club Trip”.Please respond to the list of questions below relating to experience & qualifications. As we progress with on-line registrations & social media it is an expected requirement that you or your assistant will be involved with these areas.1. Computer with 2003 or newer Operating system & email. Yes No2.Email checked daily during selling season. Yes No3. Download & open word doc; excel worksheets; pdf file attachments. Yes No4. Create documents in word doc.; excel; pdfs. Yes No Other Software:5. You have a Facebook Page. Yes No ; You are a member of the Gator Facebook Page?Yes No . What other forms of Social Media do you participate in (Twitter, FourSquare, Pinerest)?6. Can you create a flyer and other sales materials? Yes No7. If you have answered NO to any of the above please explain why.8.Are you planning any extended trips for business or pleasure (over 7 days) during the selling season of the skitrips? Yes NoIt is very important that a Trip Leader attend the General Meetingsduring this time to sell & promote your trip, and must have someone, i.e. their assistant to cover should you haveto miss a meeting. Extended periods of time of absence without phone or email are a hindrance to selling yourtrip.9. Will you be accessible by phone and email to accept and answer any questions during this time. Yes No10. How many years have you been a member of the Gator Snow Ski & Activities Club?GATORTALESPAGE1 OF2
PAGEFEBRUARY10201411. In your own words, what makes you a Great Trip Leader or Assistant:12. Are you willing to attend Trip Leader Training Sessions? Yes No13. List of FSC Trips for 2014-2015:a. Telluride, JAN 24-31, 2015b. Crested Butte, FEB 21,-28, 2015c. Madonna, Italy, MAR 6-14, 2015 or MAR 13-21, 201514. List your choice of the above resorts you would like to lead to:a.b.c.15. List below recent Gator ski trips taken and leadership role if applicable:YEARDESTINATIONTRIP LEADER / ASSISTANT?16. List any other Gator activities, committees, or other trips that you have assisted with. Also, list any leadershiproles you have been involved with outside the Gators, plus any additional information that indicates yourqualifications to lead or assist on a k you for volunteering to help the Gator Snow Ski & Activities Club! Please return your application to:Sheri Agnew, VP Skis, Gator Snow Ski & Activities Club. Email: gatorskivp@gmail.com or mail to 1030 US Highway One, #310, North Palm Beach, FL 33408 (561) 371-1153.GATORTALESPAGE2 OF2
PAGEFEBRUARY112014GATOR SNOW SKI & ACTIVITIES CLUB2014 – 2015 Ski Trip SurveyDear Member,The Ski Program is the backbone of our Club. Without YOU there is no Ski Program or Ski Season!Therefore a Ski Program that you have a voice in is important this is YOUR Club and YOUR Program!We would like to hear from you! Where do you want to go? Please take a few minutes of your time to respond tothis survey. After completing, please email to me at gatorskivp@gmail.com or mail to me at 1030 US Highway 1,#310, North Palm Beach, FL 33408. Thank you for supporting your Club!!Sheri Agnew, VP/Ski Trips, Gator Snow Ski & Activities Club.Favorite Destinations that you enjoy skiing & why:1.2.3.4.5.Destinations, if any that you do not enjoy & why:1.2.3.4.5.Types of trips you like to go on (Please circle or highlight):1. Large group or small group?2. Short “Get Away’s” (5 Day Trips); Standard Trip (Saturday/Saturday or Sunday/Sunday) or “Back To Back” tripsgiving you more skier days?2. Premium lodging (Ski In/Ski Out); Deluxe lodging (close to lifts) or Standard (budget friendly)?3. Flexibility with Lift Packages (2 or 3 or 4 or 5 or 6 Day) or Standard 5/6 Day Lift Package in the price?4. “Party Package” currently added to the price of the trip (Club Dinner plus 1 or 2 Apres’ Skis) or “Club Dinner Only” or No Party Package.GATORTALESPAGE1 OF2
PAGE12FEBRUARY20145. Would you like the flexibility to “Build Your Trip” with the components you want? Or do you want a “OneSize Fits All Trip”?Please take a moment to give us any suggestions not listed above that you feel is important to a successful SkiProgram.(Optional)NAME:ADDRESS:HOME PHONE: ( ) CELL PHONE: ( )EMAIL:Thank you for your participation!!Sheri Agnew, VP Ski TripsGATORTALESPAGE2 OF2
PAGEFEBRUARY2014GATOR13TALESSpecial Activities From VP of Special Activities, Connie FlowLEISURE BIKE RIDE - Feb. 8Boca Raton/FAUThis is a new ride.and new guest leader, Eileen Long. Meet 10AM at Yamato road and I-95 at the Tri-Rail station parking lot. Lookfor Gator sign on brown van and familiar faces. Ride will be onpaths and light traffic roads, maybe 10 miles @ 8-10 mph. There isa tunnel under I-95 to FAU. Afterwards eat lunch at Boca AleHouse 1 mile west of starting point. Bring water, sunscreen, bikelock and .Don't forget your Gator shirts and beads and nametags.Eileen's notes: I estimate that the whole bike ride would be 10.5miles. Points of interest are:· Biking on the El Rio Trail (2.5 miles each way with most of the ridewithout traffic, except for crossing Spanish River Blvd.) includesgoing south from the Tri-rail station and following the canal throughPBSU Boca Raton Campus and FAU.· Biking around the FAU campus - the brand-new FAU Stadium ison the ride around the perimeter of campus (2.5 miles around campus).person. For more information, contact Betty.GRANT SEAFOOD FESTIVAL Feb. 28–Mar. 1Bill Lobb is leading a weekend event trip to the GrantSeafood Festival in Grant, Florida near Palm Bay. Thisfeatures a discounted stay in the Best Western in Sebastian and a Friday night pub crawl. On Saturday, visit thefestival with free admission, free parking, over 100 crafters exhibiting, live continuous entertainment, along witha scrumptious menu of succulent seafood. If you can’tmake it Friday night, join us on Saturday 9 AM to 7 PMat the festival. For more information, please contact Billat billgolf2020@yahoo.com or 561-703-7551.FLORIDA PANTHERS HOCKEYGAME - April 12· Biking through the Technology Park to the Boca Raton Library andsmall lake, then to Boca Ale House for lunch and beer, and thenabout 1 mile back to the Tri-rail station.The Gator Snow Ski Club has chartered a bus to the Panthers vs.Blue Jacket Hockey Game. Departs from the Double Tree Hotel(PGA and 95) Parking Lot At 4:00 PM. An additional stop in Lantanamay be added if required. For more information, please contact Billat billgolf2020@yahoo.com or 561-703-7551.Eileen cell 561 214 -3063 John 267-312 8697 Ben 561 7753481A TASTE OF ITALY - June 8-22, 2014LEISURE BIKE RIDE & CAMPING Feb. 14-15The Gators will be heading for historic, picturesque Italy next summerwhere we will visit 4 major attraction areas with minimal travel/bustime while in Italy. Price is 4,250 (approx.– Early Bird discount is nowover) for flying out of Miami to Europe. For more information, pleasecontact Walter Marussich at 561-768-6368 orgsscmem@comcast.net. We are still looking for a trip leader, butthere will be no compensation for this work. If interested, pleasecontact Connie.The weekend Lake Okeechobee Full Moon Bike Ride will be held at10 AM on Sat., Feb. 15. Optional camping is available at theKOA at 4278 S US 441 in Okeechobee City. They have17 cabinsand numerous RV and tent sites (tent camping should not be windylike Pahokee).tent area #315-321. 9 hole golf course, tennis,bocce, pentaque, adult only pool, hot tub, campfires and the ShantyLounge with live music and dancing. There is a 4 per day use feeif not staying there. Reservations: call 800-562-7748 to reserveor visit http://koa.com/lodges-cabins-cottages/ for KOA CampingCabins & Deluxe Cabins Rentals at KOA Campgrounds.Please book now as every time Ben talks to them they have lesscabins available!!! Also there are some motels on Hwy 441 near thecampground.DAYTONA 500 - Feb. 21-23Betty Williams is leading the Daytona 500 Race Weekend.This includes race tickets, welcome party and 2 nights at thePlaya Resort. We have 6 rooms left. The price is 295 perSOURDOUGH & WINE TRIP - September 19-24, 2014Want to travel with the Gators to San Francisco and Sonoma Valley?We are planning a great trip for you pending Board approval! We willvisit California wine country starting with a 5 night stay in San Francisco on Fisherman’s Wharf followed by 2 days in wine country viachartered bus with 5-6 wine tastings and tours. If interested, pleasecontact Connie at 561-329-0122 or vpgatorconnie@yahoo.com.ConnieVP Special ActivitiesCome to our Social and Special Activities Planning Meeting:Monday, February 10th (Date Change) at 7 pm at Tall Tales (inside Gander Mountain)
P A G E 14FEBRUARYSocial Activities2014UPCOMINGFrom VP of Socials, Betty WilliamsHAPPY HOURSHello Fellow Gators,Tall Tales- Happy HourIt's been a great month. Thanks to everyone who participated in the NewYear’s Eve party — we had a blast! Our happy hours have been fun, and I encourage you to come and join us. Please check our website for pictures of allour events.31 Jan 2014We have a lot planned for the season, starting with our social committeemeeting on February 10th at Tall Tales. This has been permanently moved tothe second Monday of the month so we can get the private room.Tiki Bar - Happy HourOur Valentine’s Day Dance Party is coming up on Friday, February 14th 7 PM 12 AM at the American Legion Hall in Tequesta. Tickets are 20 for membersand 25 for non-members. Please see the flyer in this newsletter. I need volunteers to help decorate the hall starting at 1 PM.What better way to experience the excitement of the Daytona 500 RaceWeekend than to join the Gators on Feb. 21-23! We are staying at the La Playa Resort and the cost is 295 per person. This includes race tickets and awelcome party. We have 1 room left. Please see the flyer in this newsletter.Coming up in April will be our weekend at Disney. Please contact me.We’ve had a wonderful month. I am looking forward to many more with yoursupport and enthusiasm. Come and enjoy all the fun.Best Regards,I need volunteers! If you wouldlike to help, please contact me.Betty WilliamsPhotos from Social Events 1 off drinks 5-7 pm100 Gander Way,Palm Beach Gardens 334037 Feb 2014Drink specials until 6:30 pm200 East 13th St.Riviera Beach, FL 33404Valentine’s Day Dance - NoHappy Hour 14 Feb 2014 20 for membersIncludes dinnerInexpensive cash barAmerican Legion775 U.S. 1,Tequesta, FL 33469(561) 746-9070Blue Lagoon - Happy Hour21 Feb 2014Drink specials and freeappetizers until 7 pm1447 10th St.Lake Park, FL 33403Paddy Mac’s - Happy Hour28 Feb 2014Drinks half price until 6 pmBetty at New Year’s Eve Partyholding LRC diceNew Year’s Eve Party - Mariann & Roberto Bruno and Jovana Pahl10971 Military Trail,Palm Beach Gardens 33418Come to our Social and Special Activities Planning Meeting:Monday, February 10th (Date Change) at 7 pm at Tall Tales (inside Gander Mountain)GATORTALES
FEBRUARYPAGE2014Valentine’s Day DanceFriday, February 14th7 PM—12 AMAmerican Legion Hall - Tequesta775 U.S. 1, Tequesta, FL 33469(561) 746-9070 20 Members, 25 Non-MembersDinner included.Cash bar (drinks inexpensive, i.e., beer approx. 2)Register online (no penalty) or mail acheck to the event organizer:Betty Williams15780 74th Ave NorthPalm Beach Gardens FL 33418(561) 389-8353GATORTALES15
FEBRUARYPAGE2014Daytona 500 Race WeekendFebruary 21st - 23rdGATORTALES16
FEBRUARYPAGE201417Grant Seafood FestivalFebruary 28 - March 1Join the Gators for a weekend event that includes a pub crawl on Friday night andthe Grant Seafood Festival on Saturday. If you can’t make it Friday night, join us onSaturday 9 AM to 7 PM at the festival. We will stay at the Best Western in Sebastianacross from Capt. Hyram’s. The pub crawl will be at the 3 ba
Gander Mountain in Palm Beach Gardens. Look for our Mascot at Happy Hour Look for our Gator sign and the alligator head full of candy, seen here at the December 6th happy hour at Tall Tales. Roberto and Mariann Bruno, Smith enjoy the Gator Hap-py Hour at the Tiki Bar on December 13th.
