Roost #44 Poop
Frank’s note: All items subject to change/cancellation
From the Prez:
Greetings from the Prez:
Hope all have a wonderful July 4th holiday with family and friends as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday as a nation….Please be SAFE..high temperatures this weekend so stay cool and hydrated..and remember alcohol and fireworks do not do well together…
Remember that our picnic is on Saturday July 11th at the Moose lodge on Rt.20..remember to sign up if you haven’t done so..please read the entertainment committee report for more information..
We also this month have the Shorebirds game on July 30th..details in the Entertainment committee report..
As stated before please read all reports for any new information or updates..
Another upcoming big moment is that the RAVENS will begin their training camp this month..our resident Ravens expert Steve Szlasa will be busy getting news and updates on how the team is looking for this year..
Please contact me for any new ideas or concerns at rjm73054@gmail.com.
Be safe and enjoy the Holidays..GO RAVENS.
Dates to Remember:
7/11/26 – Summer Picnic/July Meeting
7/30/26 – Shorebirds Game
8/17/26 (Monday) - August Meeting
8/27/26 – Duckaneer Pirate Ship
9/1/26 - September Meeting
10/6/26 - October Meeting
11/3/26 - November Meeting
12/13/26 – Christmas Party
1/1/27 – Penguin Swim
Membership:
Thanks for making us one of the largest Roosts in the Council! We currently have 90 paid members.
Susan
Convention:
Parade:
Apparel:
The Roost Online Store is closed.
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:
Things being considered for future are a Bull Roast and a fall dance. These would be Roost fundraisers and open to family and friends.
Theresa is working on a Seacrets Distillery Tour, probably now after season.
Summer Picnic July 11th from 12 to 3ish at the East Sussex Moose on Rt. 20. Only have 29 people for picnic. If you haven’t signed up, please call Donna to let me know you are coming. Please don’t just show up as I’m buying food as of now for only 30. Price is $15pp with 2 drinks tickets, $20 for SO or spouse with no drink tickets.
Shorebirds game July 30. Hoodie giveaway. Make check payable to RR44 for $33 pp at above address. We have already paid for tickets. Need money asap, please
Duckaneer Pirate ship on Aug 27th sold out. Need money ASAP. Can mail to Donna Chaplinski 38329 Maple Ln, Selbyville, DE 19975. Please call Donna 410-627-7697 if you’ve signed up but now aren’t going.
Looking at dates for raft ups.
Still working on Christmas party. It will be on Dec 13th 12:30 to 4:30. We will have heavy finger foods like last year. No drink tickets. Do not have a price yet but should be around $45 to $50 pp with spouse or SO being $60 to $65 pp.
Would like to have Shrimp/Fried chicken dinner at Legion if we can get enough interested in it. Will have money and plant wheels. Date TBD.
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.
Our permanent meeting host is the American Legion Post 166 located at Coastal Hwy and 23rd 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 23rd 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.
Meetings for the rest of 2026
July - No meeting at Post – Brief meeting at the Summer Picnic.
Aug - Monday 8/17 @ 7:30pm
Sep - Tuesday 9/1 @ 7:30pm
Oct – Tuesday 10/6 @ 7:30pm
Nov – Tuesday 11/3 @ 7:30pm
Dec - No meeting at Post
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:
Road Trip:
If you haven’t yet, Donna needs pymt ASAP for Panthers trip. Please let Donna know when you book hotel. Donna’s address is 38329 Maple Lane, Selbyville, DE 19975
Donna 410-627-7697 chapshouse@comcast.net
Elections:
Football Sweepstakes:
It's Back - That's right the Football Sweepstakes is Back!
Sweepstakes tickets are available! Website is open for sales as well: www.charitymania.com/give/AG024
So what is The Football Sweepstakes ... For $20, you get the chance to win $$$ every week during the NFL Regular Football season!
And how much can you win you may ask ....
Every week Ravens Roost #44 has one guaranteed winner of $20
But you can win more if winner or loser as part of the larger game play ...
Each week ..
• $400 winner for Highest Total points scored
• $100 winner for Second Highest Total points scored
• $ 50 winner for Third Highest points scored
• $ 20 - 12 winners for the next highest scores
• $50 - For total lowest points scored
• $20 - For next two total lowest points
End of season Grand Prize awards
• $500 - For the Highest Total Score of Season
• $250 - For the Lowest Total Score of Season
And how does The Football Sweepstakes work?
Buy a ticket for $20
Each week you have three teams assigned for which you are adding their scores to get your totals
I will let you know if you win and Sandy will send you a check - Easy Peasey!
We have had multiple $100 winners, and a $250 winner in the past! And multiple winner weeks!
Important dates to remember ...
• 9/10/2026 - Football Mania Sweepstakes Begins
• 9/12/2026 - Game Card Activation Deadline
• 10/31/2026 - Final Game Card Activation Deadline (not valid for prior weeks)
• 1/10/2026 - Football Mania Sweepstakes Ends
Let's Sell ... Sell ... Sell and Play! Profits help us to fund our Roost Events!
Ticket Revenues:
• 2023 🡪 $1,225.24
• 2024 🡪 $1,368.85
• 2025 🡪 $1,536.79
• 2026 🡪 TBD! - Let’s Go!
Michele
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
This week in Ocean City, MD (early July 2026, around July 1–7), it's peak summer with beach vibes, family events, live music, and big Independence Day celebrations.
Major Highlights: 4th of July Celebrations
July 4th Fireworks & Concert (main event): Dual fireworks shows to mark America’s 250th anniversary.
Downtown at North Division Street beach: Free concert starting ~8 PM (e.g., The Broken Hearts – Tom Petty tribute), fireworks at 9:30 PM.
Northside Park: Music/DJ from ~8 PM, fireworks at 9:30 PM.
Expect crowds, beach parties, and patriotic fun across town.
Recurring/Weekly Summer Events (Ongoing This Week)
Movies on the Beach (Wednesdays, e.g., July 1): Free outdoor movies around 8:30 PM at 118th Street (Carousel Resort area).
First Call Wednesdays (July 1 at Aloft Ocean City): Appreciation night for first responders with drink specials, apps, live music, and bay views (4–7 PM).
Sundaes in the Park (Sundays, e.g., July 5/6): Ice cream + music/fireworks vibes in the evenings.
Sunset Park Party Nights / Concerts: Free music and family fun (starts ramping up mid-week onward).
Summer Kids Camps (through early July): Theater and visual arts programs for kids.
Ocean City Film Challenge: Ongoing creative event for filmmakers.
Ghost Walks / Tours: Evening haunted tours available most nights.
Live Music & Nightlife
Seacrets Summer Concert Series (July 1): Luke Borchelt at Seacrets (21+, cover charge). More shows follow later in the month.
Various other live music, karaoke (e.g., at Buxy’s), and DJ nights at venues like Trimper Rides (recent Glow Night) and bars.
Other Notes
Family-friendly & free options dominate: Beach activities, boardwalk fun, farmers markets nearby, and arts/crafts.
Weather is typically hot and beach-ready—check for any pop-up tourism events or activations.
Ocean City is in full summer mode—great for families, fireworks fans, and beachgoers. Have a blast! 🎆
For the latest details, check official sites like:
Funny Poop
The dog finally died and Muldoon went to the parish priest, saying "Father, the dog is dead. Could you possibly be saying a Mass for the poor creature?"
Father Patrick told the farmer "No, we can't have services for an animal in the church, but I'll tell you what, there's a new denomination down the road apiece, and no telling what they believe in, but maybe they'll do something for the animal."
Muldoon said "I'll go right now. By the way, do you think $50,000 is enough to donate for the service?"
Father Patrick replied "Why didn't you tell me the dog was Catholic."
Etcetera
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Life is short. Focus on the good. And remember, Keep the Party Going!
Frank
And put that ball across the line
So, fly with talons spread wide
Go in and strike with Ravens pride
