annual club picnic · the bonfire, a favorite beverage, a hearty appetite, and snacks to share....
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AUGUST 2017 • GMSKICLUB.ORG • FOUNDED 1957 • VOLUME LX, ISSUE VIII
ANNUAL CLUB PICNIC
Early Bird
Pricing
Saturday, August 5 • 12:00pm Stony Creek MetroPark
We will be at Winter Cove Shelter A (next to lake)
On/Before Aug 1st: $15 Members
$20 Non-Members
VOLLEYBALL • BOCCE BALL • EUCHREWATER BALLOON CONTEST
Make check payable to “GM Ski Club” & mail to: Stan Sawicki, 35767 Hatherly Place,
Sterling Heights, MI 48310
Picnic Contact: Stan Sawicki at 586-808-3406 or [email protected]
NOTE: Picnic will double as the August General Meeting
CATERED MEAL AT 3:00PM Featuring BBQ Pork by Chef Paul and drinks.
(Does not include park admission, $5 for seniors.)
Kayak Outing at 10am (at watersports rental area) & Bike Ride (later)
After Aug 1st: $20 Members
$25 Non-Members
AUGUST BIRTHDAYSAug 1 Chuck Katko Jr. Aug 9 Linda Frassetto Aug 11 Shannon DukeAug 13 John LeGros
Shirley TreshAug 19 Anthony MiriAug 21 Eric AllmanAug 28 Tim Boyd
Kathy ZalewskiAug 30 Bill GivenAug 31 Darrell Ahlberg
Kathy O’Driscoll
BOARD OF DIRECTORSPRESIDENT: Darrell Ahlberg
[email protected] 586-899-8203
VICE PRESIDENT: Joe Yoblonski 248-852-6561, [email protected]
TREASURER: Dan Boyd, [email protected]
SECRETARY: June Siehda [email protected], 586-383-4267
NEWSLETTER: Sherry Letavis [email protected]
WEBMASTER: Kathy O’Driscoll [email protected]
PUBLICITY: Dennis Dembiec, [email protected]
PAST PRESIDENT: Stan Sawicki [email protected], 586-808-3406
MDSC REP: Chris Luhrs [email protected]
ACTIVITIES: Ken Phillips, [email protected]
SPORTS & SKI INSTRUCTION: Stan Sawicki [email protected], 586-808-3406
HOSPITALITY: David Haglund [email protected], 586-275-0208
MEMBERSHIP: open
TRIPS COORDINATOR: open
The GMSC is a member of the MDSC. As such we are
allowed to attend other MDSC Clubs’ advertised
trips at their member fee. There are also discounts and many other benefits.
www.mdscski.org
Special Summer MembershipNew members can join now for only $10! Valid now through October 1. Download a membership appli-cation from our website and mail it in with a check or sign up at any meeting or club event
Hello once again, everybody. Summer just keeps moving on. And along with it, many great events have taken place. I hope you are enjoying your share.
One of the best events of the summer is just a few days away. Our Annual Picnic at Stoney Creek is happening August 5th. Please RSVP to Stan Sawicki if you plan to attend. We think this will be one of the best picnics yet. We got on the stick right after the first of the year to get this particular shelter reserved so we could enjoy the best location in the park. And once again, Chef Paul will be doing the catering. So if you haven’t signed up yet. Please so now.
We have a couple new events recently added to the calendar:
Sun 8/13/2017 PAWS IN THE PARK - Dog Walk and Family Picnic Dodge Park. This will be a fundraiser and awareness event for animal rescue. Background music will be provided by yours truly. So come on out and say hello.
Fri 9/22/2017 ANYTHING GOES - Village Players Inc, 34660 Woodward Ave, Birmingham
Fri 9/29/2017 ART PRIZE WEEKEND - Art Prize - Grand Rapids weekend
Thu 10/12/2017 MEETING - Bahama Breeze, 539 E Big Beaver Rd, Troy, MI 48083, USA
Fri 11/10/2017 JEFF DANIELS AT MACOMB CENTER - Macomb Center for the Performing Arts
Hope to see you soon.
– Darrell Ahlberg, President, GM Ski Club
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Utica Ball GameThursday, Aug 10 • 7pm • $12
Jimmy John’s Field, Moscone Dr, Utica
Let’s meet at the ball park for an enjoyable (and cheap)
minor league game: Eastside Diamond Hoppers vs the
Birmingham-Bloomfield Beavers. It’s a classic clash of east vs west and rich vs poor (well that’s a stretch). It’ll be Thirsty Thursday – get an 8 oz. beer for a buck & free peanuts. Buy your own
ticket. We’ll gather before 7pm and sit together in the grandstands (look for the GM Ski Club sign). Or meet at Danny J’s Brick Tavern on Auburn Rd
at 5:15pm, then walk 4 blocks to the stadium. Free parking off Auburn Rd.
Contact: Ken, [email protected] or text 586 242-2003
Paddle, Pontoon & PartySaturday, Aug 12 • 12pm
$15 members, $20 non-members
4693 Forest Ave, Waterford
Our Second Annual Paddle & Party at a private home on Watkins Lake. We will have a water toys
vendor on site for you to try out (2pm to 5pm) various floating devices like two person canoes,
one person kayaks, two person kayaks and stand up paddle boards (SUP). Take one out, bring it
back, try something else. Also pontoon boat rides.
Burgers & dogs provided, bring a dish to pass. BYOB.
Contact: Colleen Karallis, 586-504-3401 (call or text), [email protected]
SKI TRIP OPTION: Although the Club is not running a trip next winter, there is interest in a trip going Feb. 3-10, 2018 to Park City, Utah. Information will be available at our Club Picnic. A deposit of $250
is needed by August 15th. Trip includes a one day bus trip to either Snowbird or Alta.For more information email trip leader Pam Gustairs, [email protected]
Tiger vs Yankees – In Style!
Wednesday, August 23 • $54.95 5pm Bus Leaves • 7:05pm Game Starts
Join us for a special evening of Tiger Baseball with Luxury Party Bus transportation to Comerica Park and admission to the Members Only Tiger Club. Enjoy the ultimate in luxury travel: Lighted dance floor, bar, and a premium sound system.
Meet inside Chili’s Bar & Grill. (402 W 14 Mile Rd, Troy, 48083) park in rear lot behind Chili’s.
Optional Tiger Club Gourmet Buffet Dinner for 34.95 + tax & gratuity. Pay your own tab.
No walk-ins (advance notice required).
Payment is required before sign-up is considered complete. Mail check payable to
GM Ski Club to GM Ski Club, 40377 Kraft Dr.,
Sterling Heights, MI 48301
Contact: Darrell Ahlberg, 586-899-8203 (call or text),
Terry’s Terrace & Metro Beach Concert
Sunday, August 13 • 4:30pm36470 Jefferson Ave. Harrison Twp.
Terry’s kitchen is filled with talented chefs of quality. Voted #1 Fish &
Chips and Best Seafood by Macomb Daily. 50 beers on tap. Cost: Your Tab.
After dinner it’s a short drive to Metro Beach to enjoy the Sunday concert from 6:30pm-9:30pm. Featuring GQ Jazz & Dance Band, playing jazz
standards, Latin, and swing, with a touch of R&B. This event is well attended. Bring a lawn
chair and your own beverages/snacks. Park fee: $10 per car or $21 for season pass.
Contact: Dennis, 248-318-1491, [email protected]
Paws In The Park - Dog Walk/Family Picnic
Sun, Aug 13 • 12pm-4pm (rain/shine)
Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Rd, Sterling Hts
Includes: Goodie bag, picnic lunch, kids tent, entertainment, adoptable cats/dogs, sweets shack of baked goods/deserts, raffle, silent
auction. Cost: $12 donation.
Contact: Darrell, 586-899-8203 (call or text)
Wed, Aug 9 7:30pm
Freedom Hill
Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill in Sterling Heights. Lawn tickets are $30.
Purchase on your own at the Freedom Hill box office, or by phone from the Palace box office
($5 surcharge). Contact: Sharon Rose, 586 899-6845 for time
and location of group meet-up.
Selfridge Air National Guard Base
Harrison Twp
August 19 & 20 Celebrate the 100th Anniversary of Selfridge Air National Guard Base. Gala open house and air show. Static aircraft displays start at
9am. Air show from 11am to 4:30pm, featuring the renowned Thunderbirds, plus the Trojan Horsemen P51 Demonstration Team (WWII
vintage). They are expecting huge crowds. Bring a chair, sunblock, food and water.
Email [email protected] if you wish to go so we can coordinate meet-ups and car pooling.
Harsen’s Island Bike Ride
Watermark Bar with Moon Rise
Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival
Saturday, Sept 9 • 9am • $99 pp
• RT Motor Coach from Troy Transit Ctr • Delicious Picnic Lunch en route• Free St. Julian Vineyard Tour • Admission to Beer & Wine Tents • 10 Tickets for Beer & Wine Samplings• Live Bands & Entertainment all the day• The Grape Escape Classic Car, Truck
& Motorcycle Show• Arts & Crafts Fair and Antiques Show• The Grape Escape Marketplace• A Gift for all plus door prizes and more!This festival offers something for everyone
– it’s one you won’t want to miss! Depart at 9am from Troy Transit Ctr, 1201 Doyle
Dr, Troy (free parking). Return at midnight. Cost: $99. Make check payable to GM Ski Club. Mail to 40377 Kraft Dr., Sterling Hts, MI 48310.
Contact: Darrell Ahlberg, 586-899-8203 (call or text), [email protected]
Paint Creek Trail Sunday, Sept 3
10:30amRochester Hills Library,
500 Olde Towne Rd, Rochester
Meet at the library 10:30am–11am. We will take a leisurely bike ride to
Lake Orion, arriving around 12:15pm for lunch at the Sagebrush Cantina. We’ll return to the library
around 3pm. Cost: Your tab.
GM Bike Ride
Friday, September 22 • 8:00pm34660 Woodward Ave, Birmingham
Village Players performance of the famous Cole Porter musical. Ticket info to come. We will try to get a group rate for a limited number of tickets. Optional early dinner at Rojo’s in Birmingham.
Email [email protected] if you are interested in attending.
Annual Corn Roast
Saturday, September 16 Arrive after 3:00pm • Dinner 5:30pm
JoAnn Mok’s, 53870 Fairchild Rd, Macomb
Dinner includes world-renowned, freshly picked Macomb County corn, quality meat, sides and dessert. Bottled water, condiments, plates and
flatware provided. Guests should bring a chair for the bonfire, a favorite beverage, a hearty appetite, and snacks to share. Covered outdoor seating –
come rain or shine.
The property features a spacious backyard with a large pond. Games like bocci ball, ladder ball,
bean bag toss and more will be set out, plus euchre decks available on the tables. There will be karaoke music and dancing too. NO PETS.
Cost: $15. Make checks out to JoAnn Mok. Mail checks to: Ann Enghardt, 35403 Cathedral
Drive, Sterling Heights, MI 48312
RSVP by September 12th: JoAnn Mok or Bill at 586-749-3540 or [email protected]
Note: This is a combined event, open to the GM Ski Club, Sailing Singles, & Five Star Singles.
TOURNAMENTEuchr�Euchr�
AMENITIES INCLUDE:• 6 Cabins (sleep six each),
all have electricity • Heated restrooms &
showers (with hot water)
• Several inside & outside outlets
• Fireplace & heat in the lodge• Fire pit, 13 picnic tables, 6 grills• Trail system: 2 miles long & includes a
“right before your eyes” nature interpretation signage system. Note: There is one large set of stairs near the Marsh Boardwalk.
October 6 - 8 3799 Bald Mt Rd, Auburn Hills
It’s our 2nd year for the Weekend Cabin Campout. We have the entire
campus of six cabins in a community circle and the Lodge all weekend long.
COST OPTIONS (based on six per cabin)One Night: $20 • Two Nights: $25
Saturday Daytime: $8Want a cabin for you and your group?
$100 for the weekend. (Split cost amongst your group.)
All options include lunch & dinner on Saturday.
Contact: Les, 248-877-1794, [email protected]
Whether you’re coming up for the day or spending the night, join us. This is bound to be
the most fun Euchre Tournament ever!
Cost: TBA (in addition to your chosen cost option, to be used for prizes)
Saturday • 8:00pm - ??
More details to come.
We have the enti re campus!
Golf ScrambleSunday, September 17 • 1pm – 5pm
Myth Golf & Banquets850 Stoney Creek Rd, Oakland Township. Nine holes with cart. All levels welcome.
We will eat afterwards at RJ’s Pub on Tienken, west of Rochester Rd. Cost: About $20, pay at
the course. Please RSVP by Sept.15th.Contact: Ken,
[email protected], or text 586 242-2003
Square Dance & DinnerSaturday, September 23
6:45pm Dinner • 8pm Dancing5080 19 Mile Rd, Sterling Hts)
This is not an event of skill. It is a night of fun. Jim Tait will once again be the caller and
beginners are welcome. Square dance attire is optional, but encouraged. Bring a lawn chair for
picnic style dinner and afterglow bonfire. Cost: $25 Dance & Dinner, $15 Dinner only.
Includes beer, wine, limited liquor, pop, munchies.RSVP to: Tim or Jan Pfannes, 586-726-0033.
GM SKI & TRAVEL CLUB UPCOMING EVENTSEVERY SUNDAY - 10am • BREAKFAST CLUB – Jimmy’s Coney Grill, 37246 Dequindre, Sterling Hts. No RSVP needed, just show up! 12:30pm • WALLYBALL - Warren Racquetball & Fitness. $6-$8 per person. 29901 S Civic Center Blvd, Warren. Contact: Michael, [email protected] 4TH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH - 4:30pm • Grace Centers of Hope 35 E Huron St, Pontiac. Contact: Susan Walker, [email protected], 248-660-5329
FULL CALENDAR AVAILABLE AT WWW.GMSKICLUB.ORG
Sat, Aug 5 • GMSC Annual Picnic - Stony Creek Metropark, Winter Cove Shelter A. Time: 12pm $20 members, $25 non-members (park entry fee additional). Contact: Stan, [email protected], 586-808-3406. NOTE: Picnic will double as General Meeting. No meeting at River Woods in August.
Wed, Aug 9 • Santana Concert - Michigan Lottery Amphitheatre at Freedom Hill, 14900 Metro Pkwy, Sterling Hts. Time: 7:30pm. Cost: $30 lawn ticket. Contact: Sharon Rose, 586 899-6845
Thu, Aug 10 • Utica Ball Game - Jimmy John’s Field, Moscone Dr, Utica. 7:00pm. Buy your own ticket, meet near grandstand before 7pm. Contact: Ken, [email protected] or text 586 242-2003
Sat, Aug 12 • Paddle, Pontoon & Party - 4693 Forest Ave, Waterford. 12pm, $15 members, $20 non-members. Bring a dish, BYOB. Contact: Colleen, 586-504-3401, [email protected]
Sun, Aug 13 • ROM: Terry’s Terrace & Metro Beach Concert - 36470 Jefferson Ave. Harri-son Twp. Time: 4:30pm. Cost: Your Tab. Afterwards Metro Beach concert at 6:30pm. Bring lawn chair, snacks. Park fee: $10/car, $21 season pass. Contact: Dennis, 248-318-1491, [email protected] Paws In The Park - Dog Walk and Family Picnic - Dodge Park, 40620 Utica Rd, Sterling Hts. 12pm-4pm (rain or shine). Cost: $12 donation. Includes: Goodie bag, picnic lunch, entertainment. Contact: Darrell Ahlberg, [email protected], 586-899-8203 (call or text)
Aug 19-20 • Selfridge Air Show - Selfridge Air National Guard, Harrison Twp. Celebrating 100 years. Email [email protected] so we can coordinate meet-ups and possible car pooling.
Wed, Aug 23 • Tiger Baseball In Style - Luxury Party Bus transportation and admission to the Membership-Only Tiger Club at Comerica Park. Cost; $54.95, payment due by July 20. See ad for details. Contact: Darrell Ahlberg, 586-899-8203 (call or text), [email protected]
Sun, Sep 3 • GM Bike Ride - Paint Creek Trail. Meet at the Rochester Library at 10:30am. Ride to Sagebrush Cantina for lunch (around 12:15pm). Return to the library around 3pm. Cost: Your tab.
Sat, Sep 9 • Paw Paw Wine & Harvest Festival - Cost: $99. Make check payable to GM Ski Club. Mail to 40377 Kraft Dr. Sterling Heights, MI 48310. Depart at 9am from Troy Transit Center, 1201 Doyle Dr, Troy. (Free parking). Contact: Darrell, [email protected], 586-899-8203 (call or text)
Thu, Sep 14 • GMSC Meeting - Mexican theme - River Woods Park, 300 N Squirrel, Auburn Hills. Time: 6pm, Announcements at 7:15pm. Tacos, burritos, sides and beverages. Wear your favorite sombrero. Cost: $5 Members, $7 Non-Members. Contact: David, [email protected], 586-275-0208
Sat, Sep 16 • Corn Roast - 53870 Fairchild Rd, Macomb. 3:00pm. Cost: $15. Includes corn, meat, sides, dessert. Bring a chair for bonfire. Mail checks (made out to JoAnn Mok) to Ann Enghardt, 35403 Cathedral Drive, Sterling Heights, MI 48312. RSVP: JoAnn, 586-749-3540 or [email protected]
Sun, Sep 17 • Golf Scramble - Myth Golf, 850 Stoney Creek Rd, Oakland Twp. 9 holes with cart. Eat afterwards at RJ’s Pub. RSVP by Sept.15. Contact: [email protected] or text 586 242-2003
Fri, Sep 22 • Cole Porter’s “Anything Goes” - Village Players, 34660 Woodward Ave, Birming-ham. 8:00pm. Ticket info to come. We will try to get a group rate for a limited number of tickets. Optional early dinner at Rojo’s. Email [email protected] if you are interested in attending.
Pool Party RecapOur third annual summer pool party at Ken Phillips’ house on July 15th featured weather and water warm enough to swim. Darrell’s All Star Karaoke brought forth guest appear-ances from Whitney Houston, Donna Summer, Gladys Knight and the Pipettes, and the Supremes. Over 25 folks attended. We finished the night with a bonfire during which many of the country’s problems were discussed, but sadly remain unsolved.
Pool Party
Dick O Dows & Shain Park ConcertOn Wednesday July 28 GM Skiclub members and Fun &Fitness members met for dinner at Dick O Dows in Birmingham. As you can see in the photos After dinner we spent two wonderful hours under the Stars remembering so many Beatles tunes we listened and danced to back in the 60’s. it was a perfect night as the weather was great. The energy level at dinner and at Shane Park was high and people mingled to enjoy so many memories of our youth. There are numerous other summer events to enjoy and hope you join us throughout the summer.
Music In The Park
MDSC Clinton River Dinner Cruise RecapA fun time for all! The brief rain was short lived and we pulled away from the dock at 6:30pm with clear skies and a beautiful evening. A great time to reminisce with skiing buddies from other MDSC clubs and make new friends. Dinner was great, with beautiful views from upper and lower decks and a dance floor that was rocking. The DJs kept good music going and dancing continued after we docked. Thanks to Pam and Lani, MDSC board members, for putting this event together.
www.gmskiclub.orgMember of the Metropolitan Detroit Ski Council
www.mdscski.org
Supporting Member: US Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame
General Meetings2nd Thursday of every month
River Woods Park • 6:00pm300 N Squirrel Rd, Auburn Hills
Cost: $5 Members, $7 Non-Members
River Woods Park
No Meeting at River Woods
in August
Art Prize WeekendSept 29 - Oct 1 • Grand RapidsArtPrize is an international art competition in Grand Rapids – a hub for design, public art,
urban development, and craft beer.
Weekend accommodations will likely run about $200 per person for 2 nights (double occupancy)
including breakfast and parking. A side trip to Meijer Gardens is optional. You will make
your own reservations once we determine our preferred lodging. Carpools can be arranged.
If interested in attending, please email Ken, [email protected] by August 13.
Jeff Daniels ConcertFriday, November 10 • 7:30pmMacomb Center for the Performing Arts,
44575 Garfield Rd, ClintonTwp.An evening of songs by noted Michigan actor and
singer-songwriter-guitarist Jeff Daniels, with the Ben Daniels Band. Jeff has authored over 400
songs, many of them are comical. We have reserved 16 prime Golden Circle tickets
close to the stage at $40 per ticket. We may gather after the concert at
Freddy’s Bar on Garfield, north of 17 Mile. They have good food and a live band
with dancing.Deadline to purchase is October 1. Make check
out to: GM Ski Club. Mail to: Sharon Rose,
28359 Aline Drive, Warren, MI 48093.Contact: Sharon,
586 899-6845 (call/text), [email protected]
Blues Cruise