Roost #44 Poop
Frank’s note: All items subject to change/cancellation
From the Prez:
Greetings from the Prez:
Hope all are enjoying the beginning of the summer season…please be careful while driving this season as the crowds swell the area ..
Please take note that our next meeting will be held on July 11th at our annual picnic ..this year’s picnic will be at the East Sussex Moose lodge on Rt 20. .see the entertainment report for further details..
Also if you are attending the Shorebirds game to notify Tony Chaplinski or myself so we can get a close accurate count…
As always please read all reports in the Poop or Caw for any new or updated information
As we go into full swing of summer..did anyone come up with ideas for fun activities that the Roost can enjoy ?? If so, please bring to the Entertainment committee before our meetings..or can notify Donna Chaplinski or myself to present if unable to attend meeting..
As always if any concerns or questions please feel free to contact me at rjm73054@gmail.com
All for now, GO RAVENS and remember to wear sunscreen
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 88 paid members.
Susan
Convention:
Parade:
Apparel:
The Roost Online Store is closed with May orders delivering in June.
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. For those of you who signed up for the picnic and haven’t paid, its $15 per member 2 drink tickets, $20 for non member spouse or significant other only, no drink tickets. Mixed drinks will cost 1 drink tickets. If you haven’t paid and are signed up, please mail a check payable to RR 44, to Donna Chaplinski, 38329 Maple Lane, Selbyville, DE 19975. If paying at picnic, please don’t show up if you have not signed up. Bring cash (please bring exact cash) or check.
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 will be $35 pp due at Aug mtg or mail it to me. Make check out to RR44.
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:
We have 22 people for Panthers/Ravens game! Thanks to all who are going. We should have a great time.
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 (mid-June 2026, around June 17-23), Ocean City, MD, is in full early-summer swing with beach vibes, family events, and the start of recurring summer programming. The OC Air Show just wrapped up on June 13-14, so crowds are likely still elevated but shifting to regular tourist and local activities.
Key Ongoing/Recurring Events
Art League of Ocean City's Clay-a-palooza: Running daily/recurring through late June (around June 27). Hands-on clay workshops, exhibitions, and art activities at the Art League Center. Great for families and creatives.
Movies on the Beach: Wednesdays (including June 17) at Carousel Resort Hotel (around 125th St./118th St. area). Family-friendly films on the sand starting ~8:30 p.m. Free and popular.
Sundaes in the Park: Sundays (e.g., June 21) at Northside Park (127th St. & Bay). Live music, kids' activities, ice cream, and fireworks over the bay from ~7-9 p.m. Free family fun.
Ghost Walks / Haunted Trifecta: Ongoing evening tours (multiple nights per week). Spooky history walks—check schedules for exact times.
Kids' activities & free events: Things like Bubbles & Beats! Kids Dance Party (e.g., at Trimper Rides), free kids' crafts on Saturdays (starting June 19), and other boardwalk/family programming.
This Week's Highlights
Wednesday, June 17: Bubbles & Beats dance party; possible Fin City Brewing Cruise; Chamber welcome event for student exchange visitors; support group meetings.
Upcoming nearby: Maryland State Firemen’s Association Convention (June 20-25) at the Convention Center—includes training, networking, and public events.
Other options: Live music at various spots (e.g., acoustic sets), boardwalk amusements, and potential pop-up tourism events (like one at Harpoon Hanna’s around June 18).
Weather Outlook (as of mid-June 17)
Expect warm, humid summer conditions with highs in the mid-70s to upper 80s. Some chance of afternoon thunderstorms or showers, especially later in the week (e.g., Friday). Check a current forecast for updates, as beach days are prime but pack for possible rain.
General Vibe & Tips
Ocean City is bustling with beachgoers, boardwalk strolling, and typical summer attractions (rides, dining, mini-golf, etc.). Lifeguards are on duty, and there’s emphasis on safety with added public safety presence. Free or low-cost family events make it accessible. For the latest, check ococean.com/events, the Ocean City Chamber calendar, or local apps/sites.For the latest details, check official sites like:
Enjoy the beach!
Funny Poop
The old lady was standing at the railing of the cruise ship holding her hat on tight so that it would not blow off in the wind.
A gentleman approached her and said: “Pardon me, madam. I do not intend to be forward, but did you know that your dress is blowing up in this high wind?”
“Yes, I know,” said the lady, “I need both hands to hold onto this hat.” “But, madam, you must know that your privates are exposed!” said the gentleman in earnest.
The woman looked down, then back up at the man and replied, “Sir, anything you see down there is 85 years old. I just bought this hat yesterday!”
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
