Roost #44 Poop
Frank’s note: All items subject to change/cancellation
From the Prez:
Greetings from the Prez:
Just a heads up that the Council convention starts next weekend May 28th - May 31st for those who signed up enjoy the festivities and the hospitality suite…
I will be presenting the (2) golf scholarship winners at the Indian River High School and another Roost member Elena McComas will be presenting the winners at Stephen Decatur High School..Congratulations to the Roost Golf Scholarship committee for their hard work on selecting (4) outstanding scholars/athletes..
I want take this opportunity to give out a big thanks and shout out to Don McMullen who has been instrumental in leading, organizing and advising on the Golf Scholarship commitee/tournament since I joined the Roost..Thank You Don..
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention Marc Grimes who started the Golf Scholarship and tournament I believe 20 years ago..the Golf Scholarship has given our Ravens Roost #44 a well deserved recognition in the community..
I attended the Ravens Council meeting and the by law changes will be voted on at next month’s meeting…I will also let you all know the update on the Council’s full page ad in the Ravens 2026 yearbook..
I’m working with Ravens Roost #141 on attending the Delmarva Shorebirds game together on July 30th..please sign up if you’re planning to attend..it will be a fun times socializing with other Roost members..
As I stated before if you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact me on my email rjm73054@gmail.com.
That’s all for now and Let’s go Ravens and pray for dem O’s
Dates to Remember:
5/28 - 5/31/26 – Ravens Roost Convention
5/30/26 – Ravens Roost Convention Parade
6/2/26 - June Meeting
7/11/26 – Summer Picnic
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 86 paid members.
Susan
Convention:
Thanks to all that have registered and paid for the convention. It should be a great time – let’s hope for good weather! And thanks to all that donated to the Bingo Basket!
Parade:
If you are not attending the convention, you can still come down to Baltimore Avenue on Saturday, May 30 and cheer us on. Parade starts 10am.
Apparel:
The Roost Online Store is open through the end of May with deliveries 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, possibly early June.
Summer Picnic July 11th from 12 to 4 at the East Sussex Moose. Picnic food provided, 2 drink tickets per member. Price to be determined.
We had a request from Panthers about group tickets for game. Working on a trip.
Shorebirds game July 30. Hoodie giveaway. We need 30 to make it happen. Only 10 signed up so far.
Duckaneer Pirate ship is set for Aug 27th 6 to 8pm. Price will depend on how many people we can get. We have 29 signed up so far.
Looking at dates for raft ups.
Christmas party at Aloft on Sunday Dec 13th 12:30 to 5. 1pm game against the Tampa Bay Bucs on the big screen. Heavy finger foods, cash bar.
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
June – Tuesday 6/2 @ 7:30pm
July - No meeting at Post
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:
Elena McComas, Ravens Roost #44 member, presenting $1,500.00 Scholar/Athlete awards checks to: Caitlin Shimko & Blake Wallace, at the Senior Awards ceremony at Stephen Decatur High School, Wednesday, May 13th.
Thank you,
Don
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:
Football Sweepstakes:
It's Back - That's right the Football Sweepstakes is Back!
We will have Sweepstakes tickets ready for sale starting at the May Meeting! 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:
Drawing for the Wagon of Beach Cheer will be Saturday at the Convention. If you have any last minute tickets/monies please bring them by the hospitality suite and see Jim Brown. Jim will also have additional tickets to sell if you need more.
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 (May 18–24, 2026) in Ocean City, MD, is a relatively quiet shoulder period after Cruisin’ Ocean City (early May) and before Jeep Week (starting May 28) and Memorial Day Weekend. It’s a great time for beachgoing, boardwalk strolls, and lower crowds as the summer season ramps up.
Key Events This Week
Ongoing/Weekly Recurring:
Spring Family Movie Nights in the Park — Recurring Fridays at Bayside Park (3rd Street), wrapping up around May 22.
Ghost Tours / Chesapeake Ghosts Walks — Regular evening tours (e.g., May 19 and likely others).
Farmers markets nearby: Ocean Pines (Saturdays) and Berlin (e.g., May 24).
Specific Dates:
May 20 (Wed): Breast cancer support group meeting and a candle-making workshop.
May 22 (Fri): Stars, Stripes, & Sacrifice (4th Friday event) and possibly an estate planning workshop.
May 23 (Sat): Great Fireman’s Muster (nearby).
Music and nightlife (especially at spots like Seacrets) feature DJs, live bands, and typical boardwalk entertainment most nights.
General Activities
Ocean City’s beaches and 3-mile boardwalk are open and enjoyable this time of year with milder crowds. Expect pleasant spring weather for biking, mini-golf, arcades, and seafood dining. Free or low-key family options like parks, fishing, or sunset views are plentiful.
Memorial Day Weekend (May 23–25) kicks off the busier season with parades, fireworks, and more crowds—plan accordingly if extending your stay.
For the latest details, check official sites like ococean.com/events, the Ocean City Chamber calendar, or oceancity.com. Enjoy your time at the beach!
Funny Poop
An old man was a witness in a burglary case. The defense lawyer asked Sam, "Did you see my client commit this burglary?"
"Yes," said Sam, "I saw him plainly take the goods."
The lawyer asks Sam again, "Sam, this happened at night. Are you sure you saw my client commit this crime?"
"Yes, says Sam. "I saw him do it."
Then the lawyer asks Sam, "Sam, listen, you are an 80-year-old, and your eyesight is probably bad. Just how far can you see at night?"
Sam says, "I can see the moon. How far is that?"
Etcetera
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Life is short. Focus on the good.
Have a peaceful Memorial Day. Never forget the sacrifice some made so we remain free.
Frank
And put that ball across the line
So, fly with talons spread wide
Go in and strike with Ravens pride
