Ravens Roost #44 Beach Life: Weekly Poop 8/16/17

Roost #44 Poop

From the Prez - Remember the Sept. 14^th Roost meeting stays at The Big Easy (the former Halls restaurant) on 60^th St. at 7:30pm. Restaurant is open with full menu before the meeting. We return to the Original Greene Turtle in October.

Is there interest in getting together at the Roxana Moose Lodge to watch the London game? They open at 9am in time to watch the game. Thanks for the suggestion, Nelson.
Dates to Remember:
- Tonight – – Duckaneer Cruise, 7-9pm.
- Wednesday, September 6^th – Ravens Rap returns to the Original Greene Turtle.
- Wednesday, September 6^th – Bar Hop Cruise, 6pm.
- Thursday, September 14^th – Monthly Roost Meeting, 7:30pm @ The Big Easy on 60.
- Saturday, October 21^st – Crab Feast, 1-4pm.
- Saturday, November 4^th – Humane Society Quarter Auction. See here for flyer.
Road Trips

NASHVILLE: Although our group rate for the Union Station Hotel for our Nashville Trip is guaranteed, the people from RR58 had to cancel, so we have 1 room open for the trip. Everyone has paid for the game tickets and shirts. I have paid for the tickets and expect to have a mock-up for the trip shirts soon.

LONDON: As of right now I have 12 people that want to take the shuttle up to and back from BWI. The cost is $84/pp. Let me know at the get together if you want to join us. If you have any questions, please give me a call.

Thanks, Gary.
Season Bus: Call Mike Grimes at 410.251.6821 for information.
Dues: Don't forget that we are looking for a replacement for me as membership chairperson. Let one of the officers know if you're interested. Jo Ann.
Ticket Exchange:
- For Sale: 2 Ravens’ PSLs, Section 102, Row 32, Seat 7-8; [Lower Level Sidelines on Visitors Side]. Contact Kathleen Matthews 410-949-6747.
- For Sale: (3) seats. We would like to sell the PSL and can discuss the price if someone is interested in making an offer. The other options would be preferably to sell the whole season (at cost), but will consider selling by game if the tickets are available. Section 550, Row 21, Seats 9-11. Total amount = 2500.00 (833.00 each). We can be reach at, Craig at 410-977-4538 or Anita at 410-977-7760.
- We’d like to sell a set of either 2 or 4 tickets for the season. Section 532, row 10, seats 9-12 - $828 each for the season-face value. Call Don Vecchioni for more information at 443-909-6261 (cell).
- I have tickets for sale for TWO games. They are: Dec. 23 at 4:30--Indianapolis Colts and Dec. 31 at 1 PM – Bengals. Two seats are in Section 101, Row 32, seats 20 and 21. They are 3 seats from the aisle on the Visitors side of the stadium. I am asking face value for the tickets. Anyone interested should call Marius Ambrose at 302-947-4168.
Entertainment: The Entertainment Committee would like you to join them for the following upcoming events:
- Wednesday, August 16^th – Pirate & Wench Cruise on the Duckaneer!
  - Time: be on the pier at 6:30 pm, cruise 7 pm to 9 pm
  - Where: Talbot Street Pier (where MR Ducks is)
  - Attire: Pirate or Wench (optional). If you don't want to do that, wear an eye patch!
  - There will be a prize for the best Pirate and best Wench costume! Arggh!
  - There are four spaces remaining. Call Maggie if interested...(443) 867-7198 $20.00 per person. Cash bar on board. Cruise will go if raining, but not if lightening...so far our weather looks good. See you there!
- Wednesday, September 6^th - OCRR44 2017 Bar-Hop Cruise (flier HERE) to benefit the Ravens Roost #44 Penguin Swim Team in support of the AGH Penguin Swim. All money raised is donated to AGH.
  - HH prices on food/drinks til 6pm
  - 5:45 board "The Explorer". Boat leaves promptly at 6pm. Will return about 10:30pm
  - Cash bar on boat.
  - Itinerary being determined, but last stop will be Sunset Grill
  - $35/pp includes Boat Ride & 5 Raffle Tickets for prizes drawn at each stop.
  - Limited to 65 people. This sells out fast so sign up early. All checks should be made out to "Ravens Roost 44".
  - Send an email to: garywm@mchsi.com to reserve a spot. Checks can be mailed to: 15 Windward Ct., Ocean Pines, Md 21811
- Saturday, October 21^st – RR44 Crab Feast, 1-4pm at the Shrimp Boat in West OC. Crabs, corn on the cob, coleslaw, fried chicken, hush puppies, Miller Lite and Coors Light draft. $36pp.

Ravens Poop

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Local Poop

Today thru Labor Day - 100 Nights of Lights, South End of Ocean City Boardwalk. From Memorial Day to Labor Day the south end of the boardwalk will light up with a new light show every night! The light display will be featured approximately every 20 minutes, from 9pm – 11pm.
Tonight - Free Movies on the Beach at Carousel Hotel, On the Beach at the Carousel Hotel. Enjoy free movies on the beach every Wednesday from June 7 to August 30 at the Carousel Hotel on 117th St. in Ocean City MD. Each week, a general audience movie is presented free of charge on our 16 foot projector. Bring a beach chair or blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean. Movie starts at dusk. For more information, call 800-626-2326.

Save the Date - Complete Season Schedule:
- August 16: Sing
- August 23: Back to the Future
- August 30: The Lego Batman Movie
Tomorrow - Sunset Park Party Nights - Free Concert, S. Division St. & the Bay. Free Concerts Open to the Public Every Thursday Night in July and August from 7pm – 9pm. Enjoy a free concert while watching the sun set over the Isle of Wight Bay...the perfect location in Ocean City! Sunset Park is located along South Division Street between Philadelphia Avenue and the Bay, next to the US Coast Guard Station in downtown Ocean City MD. All concert admissions and parking are free and open to the public. Beverages, including beer, are available for purchase. Please bring your own chair.

2017 Schedule:
- Aug 17 - Eclipse (Journey Tribute Band)
- Aug 24 - Sir Rod (Rod Stewart Tribute)
- Aug 31 - Funk Shue (R&B / Funk / Soul)
Tomorrow - Concerts in the Park, White Horse Park. Bring lawn chairs and a picnic and enjoy a free family-friendly concert. BYOB is permitted.
- August 17 - Sons of Pirates
- August 24 - On the Edge
Tomorrow - The Little Mermaid, The Musical by Clear Space Theatre Company, Freeman Stage. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated Disney, this musical is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. Ariel, King Triton's youngest daughter, wishes to pursue the human Prince Eric in the world above, bargaining with the evil sea witch, Ursula, to trade her tail for legs. But the bargain is not what it seems, and Ariel needs the help of her colorful friends, Flounder the fish, Scuttle the seagull and Sebastian the crab to restore order under the sea. This fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs, including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl" and "Part of Your World."

— Music by Alan Menken, Lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, Book by Doug Wright. BYOC- Bring Your Own Chair. Children age 12 & under are granted free entry to The Freeman Stage for all General Admission performances and must be accompanied by an adult. Tickets are $15
Tomorrow thru Saturday - Poor Girls Open - Ladies Only Billfish Tournament, Bahia Marina. The Poor Girls Open is a ladies only billfish release tournament benefiting breast cancer research. There are also added entry levels for tuna and dolphin.

This tournament was started by Capt. Steve Harman as a way for local waitresses and bartenders to have an affordable and fun competition while raising money for a very important cause. The tournament continues to grow with over 100 boats entering. Participation is not limited only to anglers as there are silent auctions, 50/50 tickets, T-shirts for sale, and other fun events helping to raise money for breast cancer research. In the past 3 years alone, the Poor Girls Open has raised over $100,000 that was donated to the American Cancer Society.

Each angler or team may fish one out of three days.
Friday - THE WEIGHT BAND: Playing Songs of The Band, Freeman Stage. Performing songs of The Band, THE WEIGHT BAND is keeping the spirit and the music alive that helped define an era. Members of THE WEIGHT were either actual members in The Band, or are directly and deeply connected to their legacy. The group features Jim Weider from The Band, Brian Mitchell of the Levon Helm Band, Marty Grebb, who wrote for The Band and worked with Rick Danko and Richard Manuel, Albert Rogers from the Jim Weider Band and frequent performer at The Barn’s MidnightRambles. Michael Bram, the newest member of THE WEIGHT, played with Jason Mraz.

Prepare for an unforgettable performance and enjoy timeless hits like "The Weight," "Up On Cripple Creek," "Ophelia," "The Night They Drove Old Dixie Down," "Rag Mama Rag" and so many others. Hear the most authentic presentation of The Band's music performed on stage, and see why the Chicago Sun Times proclaimed “THE WEIGHT carries on where THE BAND left off.” Come and take a load off.

BYOC- Bring Your Own Chair. Children age 12 & under are granted free entry to The Freeman Stage for all General Admission performances and must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday (morning) - Toad's Escape as presented by Rehoboth Summer Children's Theatre, Freeman Stage. Mr. Toad of Toad Hall is no ordinary amphibian. Wealthy, worldly and foolish beyond belief, Mr. Toad is a lover of motor cars, and one of the worst drivers in the English countryside. In spite of the efforts of his good friend, The Mole, Toad crashes car after car. With no vehicles left in his garage, the irrepressible Toad steals a stylish convertible and is promptly arrested and thrown into jail. The story of his daring escape, and reunion with The Mole is a hilarious, rollicking tale that must be seen to be believed.

Based on the “The Wind in the Willows,” the Rehoboth Summer Children’s Theatre production captures the energy, spirit and humor of Kenneth Grahame’s well-loved book. Audiences of all ages will be thrilled by the exploits of the amazing and outrageous Mr. Toad. Two actors play all the characters in this, fun-filled, 50-minute production.

This performance is free for all to attend. Please BYOC- Bring Your Own Chair. Children age 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult.
Saturday - Wings and Wheels Expo, Ocean City Municipal Airport. Private aircraft, custom cars, and antique military vehicles will be on display. Talk to the owners while admiring the machines. Food, beverages, and a variety of crafts will be available for purchase.

Proceeds benefit the Huey Memorial. For more information, contact Steven Habeger at 443-880-2413 or ocaawingswheels@gmail.com. Admission: $5 per person, children under 12 free
Saturday (evening) - Invincible at the Freeman Stage, A Glorius Tribute to Michael Jackson, Freeman Stage. The No. 1 Michael Jackson Tribute show returns to The Freeman Stage! This year, the Invincible show in addition to featuring his greatest hits such as “Billie Jean,” “Beat It,” “Smooth Criminal,” “Thriller” and more will feature portions of the Invincible tour that were created but never toured alongside your favorite greatest hit songs and dances that MJ fans have come to love. Invincible features choreography by longtime MJ choreographer and dancer Lavelle Smith Jr.

So bring the entire family, dress in your best MJ outfit, and come celebrate the life and times of the legendary Michael Jackson!

— Created, produced and directed by Bessie Award winner Darrin Ross of RossLive Entertainment. $25 all ages. Seating is provided and assigned.
Sunday - Somerset Plaza - Free Live Concerts & OC Cruzer Classic Car Display, Somerset Plaza between the Boardwalk and Baltimore Ave. Enjoy FREE special events and concerts on Somerset Plaza, located on Somerset Street between the Boardwalk and Baltimore Avenue in downtown Ocean City. All events start at 3pm. OC Cruzer cars will be on display during all music events. Somerset Plaza is a semi-pedestrian street that is closed to all vehicular traffic during these special events.

Save The Dates... 2017 Concert Schedule:
- September 10: Blake Haley (Acoustic / Country / Rock)
- September 24: DJ Music
- Entertainment subject to change without notice.
- For more information, call 410-289-7739.
Sunday - Sundaes in the Park - Free Concert, Family Fun & Fireworks, Northside Park. Outdoor live music, children's activities, ice cream and fireworks...what could be better? Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs to Northside Park, located at 125th Street and the Bay for ice cream sundaes, live entertainment, children's activities and fireworks. All entertainment is free. Create your own ice cream sundae with delicious toppings for a small price. Listen to your musical favorites and watch the sunset over the beautiful Assawoman Bay. Fireworks start at 9pm. For more information call 410-250-0125.
- August 20 - Southern Charm
- August 27 - The British Invasion Experience
- September 3 - Separate Ways (Journey Tribute)
Tuesday - Family Beach Olympics - Free Family Fun, On the Beach at 27th St. Enjoy free family fun on the beach! Each Tuesday evening features a variety of contests for all ages. Events include sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relay games, and more. All activities are free and are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Children must be accompanied by adults. For more information, call 1-800-626-2326.
Tuesday - OC Beach Dance Party With DJ Batman - DJ Batman - OC's Legendary DJ, On the Beach at the Caroline Street Stage. Dance the evening away with live entertainment hosted by DJ Batman at Ocean City's Caroline Street Stage on the beach by the Boardwalk! Grab your beach chair, blanket and friends and head downtown for an evening of interactive entertainment. Come early to get a prime spot on the beach to enjoy the music and dance in the sand!

2017 Schedule
- August 22: 90s Night - Here's to the Night & DJ Batman
- August 29: Mike Hines & the Look & DJ Batman
For more information, please contact the Ocean City Recreation and Park Department at 410-250-0125 or the Ocean City Visitors Center at 800-626-2326. Please consider using public transportation as parking is limited in the downtown area.
Tuesday - Ben Harper & The Innocent Criminals, Freeman Stage. Beginning with his 1994 debut, Welcome To The Cruel World, Ben Harper began his career by releasing a string of eight studio albums over a decade and a half. This extraordinary run, featuring contributions from the Innocent Criminals, established him as a singularly powerful songwriter and performer with range across multiple genres and an unmatched ability to blend the personal and political. The accolades poured in – Rolling Stone hailed his “jewels of unique and exquisitely tender rock & roll,” while Entertainment Weekly praised his “casual profundity,” and Billboard said his music “reminds us of the power and beauty of simplicity.” Massive, international sold-out tours, Top 10 debuts in the US, Gold and Platinum certifications worldwide, and a slew of TV appearances cemented Harper and the band’s status as genuine global stars.

Funny Poop

A man takes his place in the theater, but his seat is too far from the stage. He whispers to the usher, "This is a mystery, and I have to watch a mystery close up. Get me a better seat, and I'll give you a handsome tip."

The usher moves him into the second row, and the man hands the usher a quarter.

The usher looks at the quarter in his hand, leans over and whispers, "The wife did it."

Etcetera

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