Weekly Poop 1/21/26

Roost #44 Poop

Frank’s note: All items subject to change/cancellation

From the Prez:

Dates to Remember:

• 2/3/26 - February Roost Meeting/Swearing in of Officers

• 3/3/26 - March Roost Meeting

• 3/14/26 - St. Patrick’s Day Parade

• 4/7/26 - April Roost Meeting

• 5/28 - 5/31/26 – Ravens Roost Convention

Membership:

I will continue collecting dues for the 2026 year. Dues are still $40.

Susan

Convention:

It’s not too soon to be thinking about this year’s convention, which is scheduled for May 28^th – May 31^st. The theme for this year’s convention is “Purple Waves & Island Days”. The Council has added light food and live music to Thursday’s activities, something new from years past.

Here's the convention schedule, and a sign up sheet will be provided at the February meeting.

Parade:

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Saturday, March 14, beginning 12pm @ 60^th Street. As is our tradition, we will meet prior to the parade at the parking lot at Beach Copy on 59^th Street bayside. Tailgating begins 10am - BYOB. Members, you can bring your family and friends to march as well – the more the merrier!

This is a parade that is all about fun – no competition – We’re not worried about winning any prizes. We have music and stuff to throw to the folks lining the parade route. Wear something festive – we have our purple vests to wear over top so we look somewhat together.

The parade runs from 60^th Street to 45^th Street, so it’s best to park somewhere close to the end of the parade route so you’re close to your vehicle when we finish.

Afterwards, we plan to meet at the Tavern on Rt. 54 in Selbyville. All marchers are welcome. The Roost will provide food for everyone who marched. The Tavern has reasonable prices for drinks to purchase.

A sign up sheet will be available at the February meeting. I’d like to have as many people sign up in February because I will not be at the March meeting.

Apparel:

The on-line store is currently closed and will reopen in February with March shipping.

For new members the link to the store is: ravensroost44.itemorder.com

Note you can only access the site when the store is open.

Entertainment:

• Entertainment mtgs will be at 6:30 before every monthly Roost mtg.- Please consider joining so we can plan more fun things to do in the coming year.

• Any ideas, text Donna 410-627-7697.

House:

Our permanent meeting host is the American Legion Post 166 located at Coastal Hwy and 23^rd Street. At the request of the Legion, meetings will now be on the first Tuesday of each month.

Roost members please enter through the handicap door on the 23^rd street north side.

Be sure to sign in at the table at the door.

The general membership meeting starts promptly at 7:30. There may be some committee

meetings going on before that. However, members are invited and encouraged to arrive as

early as 6:00 to enjoy drinks and food specials The Post kitchen stays open until 7:30 on

our meeting nights to accommodate us. This is a great time to enjoy the facility and engage

with other members. The Post accepts cash only.

Ron

AGH Penguin Swim:

Scholarship Golf Tournament:

Constitution and Bylaws:

• Bylaws are available at our website ocravensroost44.com. They will be updated soon to reflect the monthly meeting change.

Game Bus:

Elections:

• Elections … It is that time of year again! Here are the nominations.

Newly elected leadership members will be sworn in the February meeting.

• President - Bob Monroe

• Vice President - Jim Brown (filling Bob’s role a VP)

• Sergeant at Arms - Wayne Johnson

• Board Member #3 - Two-year engagement - Sara Brown

• Board Member #5 – Two-year engagement - Michele Sardelis

• Add’l Board Member - One year engagement - Tony Chaplinski

Thank you to all who were nominated and to those that accepted their nominations!

Football Sweepstakes:

Ticket Exchange:

Good of the Roost:

Ravens Poop

• Good daily dose of Ravens news notes and nuggets here. I can hardly stand ESPN, but you can go here to stay up to date with all of the AFC North news.

• Follow all the Orioles news @ MLB here, and on MASN here, from columnist Roch Kubatko.

• Into Maryland Terrapins basketball? Get your Terps fix here.

Local Poop

• More Events HERE.

Funny Poop

The father of five children had won a toy at a raffle.

He called his kids together to ask which one should have the present.

"Who is the most obedient?" he asked. "Who never talks back to mother? Who does everything she says?"

Five small voices answered in unison. "Okay, dad, you get the toy."

Etcetera

• Got Poop? Let me know! I’m going to try to get this out every Wednesday so if you get it to me by Tuesday, I’ll try to include it. Your input is appreciated.

• Be sure to visit our website - www.OCRavensRoost44.com or go to our blog @ http://ravensroost44.blogspot.com/ for the latest news, notes and nuggets.

• Life is short. Focus on the good.

Frank

Baltimore Ravens, let’s go

And put that ball across the line

So, fly with talons spread wide

Go in and strike with Ravens pride

Fight! Fight! Fight!

Ravens dark wings take flight

Dive in and show them your might

For Baltimore and Maryland

You will fly on to victory

Weekly Poop 1/15/26

Roost #44 Poop

Frank’s note: All items subject to change/cancellation

From the Prez:

Dates to Remember:

• 2/3/26 - February Roost Meeting/Swearing in of Officers

• 3/3/26 - March Roost Meeting

• 3/14/26 - St. Patrick’s Day Parade

• 4/7/26 - April Roost Meeting

Membership:

I will continue collecting dues for the 2026 year. Dues are still $40.

Susan

Convention:

Parade:

The St. Patrick’s Day Parade is Saturday, March 14, beginning 12pm @ 60^th Street. As is our tradition, we will meet prior to the parade at the parking lot at Beach Copy on 59^th Street bayside. Tailgating begins 10am - BYOB. Members, you can bring your family and friends to march as well – the more the merrier!

This is a parade that is all about fun – no competition – We’re not worried about winning any prizes. We have music and stuff to throw to the folks lining the parade route. Wear something festive – we have our purple vests to wear over top so we look somewhat together.

The parade runs from 60^th Street to 45^th Street, so it’s best to park somewhere close to the end of the parade route so you’re close to your vehicle when we finish.

Afterwards, we plan to meet at the Tavern on Rt. 54 in Selbyville. All marchers are welcome. The Roost will provide food for everyone who marched. The Tavern has reasonable prices for drinks to purchase.

A sign up sheet will be available at the February meeting. I’d like to have as many people sign up in February because I will not be at the March meeting.

Apparel:

The on-line store is currently closed and will reopen in February with March shipping.

For new members the link to the store is: ravensroost44.itemorder.com

Note you can only access the site when the store is open.

Entertainment:

• Entertainment mtgs will be at 6:30 before every monthly Roost mtg.- Please consider joining so we can plan more fun things to do in the coming year.

• Any ideas, text Donna 410-627-7697.

House:

Our permanent meeting host is the American Legion Post 166 located at Coastal Hwy and 23^rd Street. At the request of the Legion, meetings will now be on the first Tuesday of each month.

Roost members please enter through the handicap door on the 23^rd street north side.

Be sure to sign in at the table at the door.

The general membership meeting starts promptly at 7:30. There may be some committee

meetings going on before that. However, members are invited and encouraged to arrive as

early as 6:00 to enjoy drinks and food specials The Post kitchen stays open until 7:30 on

our meeting nights to accommodate us. This is a great time to enjoy the facility and engage

with other members. The Post accepts cash only.

Ron

AGH Penguin Swim:

Scholarship Golf Tournament:

Constitution and Bylaws:

• Bylaws are available at our website ocravensroost44.com. They will be updated soon to reflect the monthly meeting change.

Game Bus:

Elections:

• Elections … It is that time of year again! Here are the nominations.

Newly elected leadership members will be sworn in the February meeting.

• President - Bob Monroe

• Vice President - Jim Brown (filling Bob’s role a VP)

• Sergeant at Arms - Wayne Johnson

• Board Member #3 - Two-year engagement - Sara Brown

• Board Member #5 – Two-year engagement - Michele Sardelis

• Add’l Board Member - One year engagement - Tony Chaplinski

Thank you to all who were nominated and to those that accepted their nominations!

Football Sweepstakes:

Ticket Exchange:

Good of the Roost:

Ravens Poop

• Good daily dose of Ravens news notes and nuggets here. I can hardly stand ESPN, but you can go here to stay up to date with all of the AFC North news.

• Follow all the Orioles news @ MLB here, and on MASN here, from columnist Roch Kubatko.

• Into Maryland Terrapins basketball? Get your Terps fix here.

Local Poop

• Dreamfest - 01/15/2026 - 01/17/2026, Ocean City Convention Center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Ocean City, Maryland. Visit Website.

Event Details: Martin Luther King Jr. Weekend in Ocean City, MD is a time to come together, celebrate community, and create lasting memories. Dreamfest brings the long weekend to life with a wide range of events, from live music and inspiring art exhibits to family-friendly activities everyone can enjoy. Whether you’re taking in the town’s energetic nightlife, exploring local culture, or relaxing along the scenic shoreline, MLK Weekend in Ocean City offers a warm, vibrant atmosphere that reflects the spirit of Dr. King’s legacy. Join the celebration as Dreamfest turns this coastal destination into a weekend filled with entertainment, connection, and togetherness. 

January 15^th

The Pointer Sisters - Purchase tickets here.

January 16^th

Shadow of the 60s - Purchase tickets here.

January 17^th

Evolution of Pop - Purchase tickets here.

• More Events HERE.

Funny Poop

A gang of robbers broke into a lawyer's club by mistake. The old legal lions gave them a fight for their life and their money. The gang was very happy to escape.

"It ain't so bad," one crook noted. "We got $25 between us."

The boss screamed: "We had $100 when we broke in!"

Etcetera

• Got Poop? Let me know! I’m going to try to get this out every Wednesday so if you get it to me by Tuesday, I’ll try to include it. Your input is appreciated.

• Be sure to visit our website - www.OCRavensRoost44.com or go to our blog @ http://ravensroost44.blogspot.com/ for the latest news, notes and nuggets.

• Life is short. Focus on the good.

Frank

Baltimore Ravens, let’s go

And put that ball across the line

So, fly with talons spread wide

Go in and strike with Ravens pride

Fight! Fight! Fight!

Ravens dark wings take flight

Dive in and show them your might

For Baltimore and Maryland

You will fly on to victory

Weekly Poop 12/31/25

Roost #44 Poop

Frank’s note: All items subject to change/cancellation

 

From the Prez:

 

 

 

Dates to Remember:

 1/1/26 – Penguin Swim

 1/6/26 – January Roost Meeting/Elections

 2/3/26 - February Roost Meeting/Swearing in of Officers

 

 

Membership:

I will start collecting Dues in January for the 2026 year. Dues are still $40.

 

Susan

 

 

Convention:

 

 

Parade:

 

 

Apparel:

The on-line store is currently closed and will reopen in February with March shipping.

 

For new members the link to the store is: ravensroost44.itemorder.com

 

Note you can only access the site when the store is open.

 

 

Entertainment:

 

 Entertainment mtgs will be at 6:30 before every monthly Roost mtg.- Please consider joining so we can plan more fun things to do in the coming year.

 Any ideas, text Donna 410-627-7697.

 

House:

Our permanent meeting host is the American Legion Post 166 located at Coastal Hwy and 23^rd Street. At the request of the Legion, meetings will now be on the first Tuesday of each month.

Roost members please enter through the handicap door on the 23^rd street north side.

Be sure to sign in at the table at the door.

 

The general membership meeting starts promptly at 7:30. There may be some committee

meetings going on before that. However, members are invited and encouraged to arrive as

early as 6:00 to enjoy drinks and food specials The Post kitchen stays open until 7:30 on

our meeting nights to accommodate us. This is a great time to enjoy the facility and engage

with other members. The Post accepts cash only.

 

Ron

 

 

AGH Penguin Swim:

Reminder to everyone that ALL ROOST MEMBERS are welcome to come to the hospitality suite at The Princess Royale on New Year's Day to cheer on the RR44 Penguin Swim Team!! Festivities begin 10am!

 

 

Scholarship Golf Tournament:

 

 

Constitution and Bylaws:

 Bylaws are available at our website ocravensroost44.com. They will be updated soon to reflect the monthly meeting change.

 

 

Game Bus:

 

 

Elections:

 

 Elections … It is that time of year again! Here are the nominations.

We will hold elections at the January Ravens Roost Meeting if necessary. Newly               elected leadership members will be sworn in the February meeting.

 

o President - Bob Monroe

o Vice President - Jim Brown (filling Bob’s role a VP)

o Sergeant at Arms - Wayne Johnson

o Board Member #3 - Two-year engagement - Sara Brown

o Board Member #5 – Two-year engagement - Michele Sardelis

o Add’l Board Member - One year engagement - Tony Chaplinski

Thank you to all who were nominated and to those that accepted their nominations!

Happy New Year!

 

 

Football Sweepstakes:

Congratulations to our winners!!! Looking forward to who’s next!

Week 1 Winner Baker Smith – Third place – Most points $50 – Score 113

Week 2 Winner Sara Brown – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 114

Week 3 Winner Tom Wengert - Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 115

Week 4 Winner Barbara Smith – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 110

Week 5 Winner Cindy Szlasa – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 114

Week 6 Winner John Casey – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 101

Week 7 Winner Frank Nabozny – 14th Highest Score - $20 – Score 110

Week 7 Winner Sen McMullen – 2nd Lowest Score - $20 – Score 9

Week 8 Winner Carol Munroe – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 112

Week 9 Winner Steve Szlasa – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 111

Week 10 Winner John Romanowski – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 113

Week 11 Winner Henry Smith – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 103

Week 12 Winner Donna Chaplinski – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 92

Week 13 Winner Lynn DiMarcantonio - Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 92

Week 14 Winner Marc Grimes – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 110

Week 15 Winner Connie Englar – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 116

Week 16 Winner Joe Papiri – Bonus Winner - $20 – Score 104

Week 17 Winner Steve Szlasa – 7th Highest Score - $20 – Score 120 – Third family win!!!

 

 

Ticket Exchange:

 

 

 

Good of the Roost:

Our Ravens Roost 44 continues to participate in the Battle of the Ravens               our web link:

 

https://mdfoodbank.funraise.org/fundraiser/ravens-roost-44

 

Special thanks again to all that brought food donations to the Ravens Roost 44 Holiday Party! They were delivered to the Delaware Food Bank to be distributed to those in need.

 

Jim

 

 

Ravens Poop

 Good daily dose of Ravens news notes and nuggets here. I can hardly stand ESPN, but          you can go here to stay up to date with all of the AFC North news.

 

 Follow all the Orioles news @ MLB here, and on MASN here, from columnist Roch          Kubatko.

 

 Into Maryland Terrapins basketball? Get your Terps fix here.

 

 

Local Poop

 Tonight is the last night! - WINTERFEST CELEBRATES 33 YEARS! OPEN WED – SUN          NOV 20      - DEC 21. OPEN DAILY DEC 22 – 31. 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM

              Get ready to embark on a journey into the enchanting spirit of the holiday season at the         2025 Winterfest of Lights in Ocean City, MD. Enjoy a walk-through winter wonderland         experience and explore the 58-acre Northside Park. And that's not all – 2025 promises         to be bigger and more magical than ever.

 

              Northside Park 200 125th St, Ocean City, MD 21842

 

              As you stroll through the Winterfest of Lights, you'll be greeted by a multitude of new         displays and an enhanced configuration. The Winterfest Entrance Pavilion welcomes you         with open arms, setting the stage for the festive spectacle that awaits. Follow the         illuminated path through thousands of sparkling holiday lights and immerse yourself in         the charm of animated light displays that line the paved park paths.

 

              Take a moment to savor the season with a cup of hot chocolate, warm up by a bonfire,         have fun with interactive games, capture cherished memories with Santa Claus in a         festive photo, try your hand at delightful family crafts, and explore unique gifts at our         charming gift shop. Keep an eye out for captivating photo opportunities scattered         throughout the park, including several interactive displays that will engage your senses         and ignite your holiday spirit.

 

              And, of course, the centerpiece of our winter wonderland is the awe-inspiring 50-foot         Christmas tree, which promises to put on a show you won't soon forget. Join us as we         celebrate the magic of the holiday season at the Winterfest of Lights – it's a         heartwarming experience you and your loved ones won't want to miss!

 

              Admission is only $6 (plus fees) for guests 12 years and older and FREE for children 11         years and younger.

 

              The Winterfest of Lights is subject to closure for inclement weather.

 

              Call 410-289-2800 for more information

 

              Pets are welcome on Wednesday evenings!

 

         Mobility Devices available for rent on site - $10.00 per two hours (scooters, powered      wheelchairs) - Standard wheel chairs also available. Scooters-4-Rent.com (302) 280-     6203

 

 More Events HERE.

 

Funny Poop

Knock, knock!

Who's there?

Razor.

Razor who?

Razor glass and toast to a Happy New Year.

 

 

Etcetera

 Got Poop? Let me know! I’m going to try to get this out every Wednesday so if you get it to me by Tuesday, I’ll try to include it. Your input is appreciated.

 

 Be sure to visit our website - www.OCRavensRoost44.com or go to our blog @ http://ravensroost44.blogspot.com/ for the latest news, notes and nuggets.

 

 Life is short. Focus on the good.

 

 

Frank

 

 

Baltimore Ravens, let’s go

And put that ball across the line

So, fly with talons spread wide

Go in and strike with Ravens pride

Fight! Fight! Fight!

Ravens dark wings take flight

Dive in and show them your might

For Baltimore and Maryland

You will fly on to victory