Ravens Roost #44 Beach Life: Weekly Poop 6/28/17

Roost #44 Poop

From the Prez - Look for a photo of our award winning Zombies in last Friday's Ocean City Today, Page 66.

Remember our next Roost meeting will again be held at the Fenwick Inn's OC360 restaurant on July 13 @ 7:30. We will have a guest speaker from The Friends of Assateague Island.

The Summer Picnic is fast approaching - July 9th. See report from Entertainment Chair Maggie Miller.

Leave plastic or other bags for Diakonia in my white Ford pick up truck parked out from of the hotel BEFORE you come up for the meeting. Thanks. Diakonia really appreciates our monthly donations of these bags.
Dates to Remember:
- Sunday, July 9^th – Summer Picnic @ White Horse Park.
- Thursday, July 13^th – Monthly Roost Meeting, 7:30pm @ OC360.
- Thursday July 27^th - Shorebirds Game w/reserved tables & buffet.
- Thursday, August 10^th – Monthly Roost Meeting, 7:30pm @ The Big Easy on 60.
- Wednesday, August 16^th – Duckaneer Cruise, 7-9pm.
- Thursday, September 14^th – Monthly Roost Meeting, 7:30pm @ The Big Easy on 60.
Road Trips

NASHVILLE: We now have 12 rooms booked at the Union Station Hotel for our Nashville Trip, so the Group rate we all paid is guaranteed. We actually have 45 people going to the game and I will need to pay for those tickets on June 15th. I am also working on the design for the Road Trip Shirts and should have a mock-up in the next week or so. If you have not sent me your shirt sizes and checks, please do so soon. Game tix are $65/each and shirts are $15/each. Checks should be made out to me and mailed to: 15 Windward Ct., Ocean Pines, Md.

LONDON: I am working on the London Road Trip shirt design and should have a mock-up by the July meeting. Maggie and I are planning on having a get together to discuss the trip and sightseeing options. We hope to set a date for that soon. I am getting prices for a van to provide RT group transportation from OC to BWI airport for those that don’t want to drive back and forth or pay to leave their car in the Long Term parking lot. Please let me know if you would be interested. I will have prices by the July meeting. If you have any questions, please give me a call.

Thanks, Gary.
Season Bus: Call Mike Grimes at 410.251.6821 for information.
Dues: The following members have not paid their dues as of April 30: Martin Baer, Charles Boilon, JoAnn Bokman, Mary Bokman, Russ Curry, Steve Drocella, Matt Harbaugh, Darrel & Sandra Jackson, Judy Labarre, Chris & Bob Landefeld, Julie Loconus, Colby Phillips, Gay Pitz, Les Purcell, David Reeve, Jane Rones, Hank Schroding, Henry Schroding, Diane Simmons, Shane Warrne, Al Webster, Bill & Mary Wentworth. I apologize if your name is listed in error; please let me know asap if it is. Several members have informed me that they will not be renewing their dues. They are leaving in "good standing" and may return to the Roost at any time without paying another application fee. If you have any questions please e-mail me at jelder10@verizon.net. 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 Matthews410-949-6747.
- 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'm selling my ticket and bus seat for the 10/1 Steeler game for $120. I'll be in Utah on that date. Contact Marc Grimes @ 302-222-0159.
Entertainment: The Entertainment Committee would like you to join them for the following upcoming events:
- There is no Entertainment Committee meeting in July. We will hold the Entertainment Committee meeting for August at Abbey Burger on Wednesday August 2^nd at 6pm. Abbey Burger is in the building located directly behind our old Blue Ox room. Please consider joining the Entertainment Committee to help plan our various events.
- Sunday, July 9^th - Annual Roost Picnic – Aloha!
  - Where: White Horse Park Pavilion, Ocean Pines
  - Time: 12 to 5 pm
  - Final Sign up for Picnic is now closed in order to have proper food estimation. We have 76 coming!
  - Menu: Roasted whole pig luau style! Fried Chicken! Beans and slaw! Watermelon! BEER!
  - Activity: Wear your ugliest Hawaiian shirt and win a prize! Other members of the Roost will vote on Ugliest Hawaiian Shirt. Anyone who has horseshoes, bocci set, corn hole game or any other games to play, please bring them to the picnic. Those of you who have attended this before know it can be hot, so if you want to bring a fan from home, please do. Bring a lawn chair too as seats at the picnic tables are limited.
  - Help needed: Maggie needs help with set up and clean up. Please let Maggie know if you can help with this: maggiemiller964@gmail.com.
- Thursday July 27^th - Shorebirds game. The final sign-up date has passed & we have 53 in our group which includes the 2 bus drivers that we pay into the game. All sign-ups have paid & the Shorebird bill has been finalized & paid. Anyone else desiring to go with us can arrange it by contacting Matt LeBlanc of the Shorebirds @ 410-219-3112, ext. 143. You must tell him you are joining the Ravens Roost group, (You can tell him you talked to me about it), pay for the tickets ($27.50pp) & pick them up at the Will Call box office. He must increase our reserved seating by that no. of tickets.
  
  The tickets have been picked up & will be distributed at the July 13^th meeting at OC360. Anyone not able to attend that meeting needs to notify Ron Apperson @ 302-436-4790 or ronapperson@msn.com for other arrangements.
  
  There are 47 seats available on the bus; We have 32 people signed up to ride - all except four have already paid. They can pay ($5pp) at the July meeting or at the bus on game nite. We still have some more room for those who want to join us for the ride - let Ron know asap. Remember, this is a school bus but a very nice one year old one, with air conditioning but no bathroom. You know what to do before we leave. We can stop for emergencies if nec. Please, you can bring drinks but no alcohol on the school bus. The bus leaves from behind Montego Bay S.C. @ 5:15 pm.
  
  Enter the stadium by the center steps up to the 2nd level where your tickets will be scanned & you will receive your visor (for the 1st 500) & go straight ahead to the Hard Ball Cafe section where you should get a wristband for the food. Choose you seats at any table marked for us. There is also an elevator from the 1st level; go through the ground level turnstile for scanning & the elevator is straight ahead.
  
  Free Buffet is open from 6:35 - 9:05, free popcorn & soda starts at 6:05. Thirsty Thursday draft pints are $2.
  
  Thanks, Ron
- Wednesday, August 16^th – Pirate & Wench Cruise on the Duckaneer!
  - When: Wednesday August 16 (this is a date change from the prior announcement). We had to change the date due to another party booking the boat on the 15th!
  - Time: 7 pm to 9 pm. You must be at the dock at 6:30pm. Come early and catch Happy Hour eats at MR Ducks. Or stay after the cruise and get something to eat then, but no food will be served on the boat.
  - Cost: $20.00, cash bar
  - TRIP IS LIMITED TO 45 people!! Don't get left out! We already have 36 signed up. Four have paid thus far.
  - Where: Talbot Street Pier (MR Ducks). Talbot Street on the Bay.
  - Cruise the lovely Assawoman Bay at sunset. Pillage other boats, maybe annoy the people at Seacrets with the water cannons. Wear your best Pirate or wench costume, or just strap on your wooden leg and an eye patch. This will be a fun evening.
  - Sign up AND pay by the July 13th meeting. We already have 38 people signed up, need at least 35 PAID to hold the reservation. Non Roost folks (friends & family) are welcome, but no one under 21 please. If we have less than 35 the event will have to be cancelled. Please pay by the July 13 meeting or send your check, made out to Ravens Roost 44 to Maggie at 15 Windward Court, Ocean Pines MD 21811.

Ravens Poop

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Local Poop

Now 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:
- June 28: Storks
- July 5: The Secret Life of Pets
- July 12: The BFG
- July 19: Finding Dory
- July 26: The Good Dinosaur
- August 2: Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory
- August 9: Fantastic Beasts And Where To Find Them
- August 16: Sing
- August 23: Back to the Future
- August 30: The Lego Batman Movie
Tomorrow - Illstyle Peace & Productions Hip Hop Dance, Freeman Stage. Illstyle & Peace Productions is a multicultural dance company based in Philadelphia and founded in 2002 by Brandon “Peace” Albright and Forrest “Getemgump” Webb. They create work rooted in contemporary and old school hip-hop. Working from an eclectic mix of dance and performance disciplines including tap, ballet, house dancing, DJing, and beatboxing, Illstyle & Peace Productions create a unique new style of hip-hop. Illstyle has toured to critical acclaim both nationally and internationally and is committed to delivering a positive message to audiences young and old. The company’s work celebrates the art of hip-hop by adding an urban style to traditional moves in order to create a new step. This event will feature a post- performance discussion with the artists. The show is sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation. This performance is free for all to attend. Please BYOC- Bring Your Own Chair. Children age 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Register for tickets AND attend the event to be entered into a drawing for a pair of tickets to a future performance!
Tomorrow - Concerts in the Park, White Horse Park. Bring lawn chairs and a picnic and enjoy a free family-friendly concert. BYOB is permitted.
- June 29 - Full Circle
- July 6 - Barren Creek
- July 13 - Uptown Band
- July 20 - Delmarva Big Band
- July 27 - Prime Time
- August 3 - British Invasion Experience
- August 10 - Opposite Directions
- August 17 - Sons of Pirates
- August 24 - On the Edge
Friday - Jay Leno, Freeman Stage. Tickets range from $55-$100. Acclaimed TV late night show host, admired stand-up comedian, best-selling children’s book author, much-in-demand corporate speaker, lovable TV and movie voice-over artist, pioneering car builder and mechanic, and philanthropist…it’s no wonder that Jay Leno is widely characterized as “the hardest working man in show business.”

An indefatigable performer, Leno loves to test his humor live on audiences across the nation, performing over 100 live appearances in nightclubs, theaters and stadiums each year, including during his long Tonight Show hosting. He has been touted as one of the nicest people in show business and the hardest-working — a winning tandem for the man who says “Anyone can have a life - careers are hard to come by!”

Assigned seating events require tickets for all patrons, including infants and toddlers. No re-entry allowed. Seats are provided.
Saturday (morning) - M&M Friends, Freeman Stage. Featuring a rockin' mix of original and traditional songs for children, this interactive family concert will have you singing, dancing and playing instruments. Their celebration of summer is geared for ages 2-8 — but fun for all! This performance is free for all to attend. Please BYOC- Bring Your Own Chair. Children age 12 & under must be accompanied by an adult. Register for tickets AND attend the event to be entered into a drawing for a pair of tickets to a future performance!
Saturday (night) - The O'Jays, Freeman Stage. Tickets range from $50-$75. The O'Jays are touring history, a connection to an era and a sound that formed the soundtrack for the lives of several generations. The O’Jays are still hitting the road with the same electrifying energy they’ve had for over 50 years. Walter Williams and Eddie Levert first met when they were the ages of 6 and 7 respectively. As teenagers in Canton, Ohio, they formed a band originally consisting of Eddie Levert, Walter Williams, William Powell, Bobby Massey and Bill Isles. In 1963, the band took the name ""The O'Jays"" in tribute to Cleveland radio disc jockey Eddie O'Jay. Several members have changed, but the core, original lead singers Eddie Levert and Walter Williams, continue to front the group.

Assigned seating events require tickets for all patrons, including infants and toddlers. No re-entry allowed. Seats are provided.
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:
- July 16: Rob Fahey (Rock)
- August 13: One Night Stand (Classic Rock)
- 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.
- July 2 - Jesse Garron's Tribute to Elvis
- July 9 - The Beach Bumz
- July 16 – Uprizing
- July 23 - Kick It Out (Heart Tribute)
- July 30 - Boy in Black (Johnny Cash Tribute)
- August 6 - Guys in Thin Ties
- August 13 - Front Page News
- August 20 - Southern Charm
- August 27 - The British Invasion Experience
- September 3 - Separate Ways (Journey Tribute)
Monday/Friday - Free Movies on the Beach on 27th Street, On the Beach at 27th Street. Enjoy free movies on the beach every Monday and Friday from June 26 to August 11. 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 around 8:30 p.m. For more information, call 410-250-0125.
- Save the Date - Complete Season Schedule:
  - June 30: The Angry Birds Movie
  - July 3: Space Jam
  - July 7: Surf's Up 2
  - July 10: The Jungle Book
  - July 14: The Lego Batman Movie
  - July 17: Pete's Dragon
  - July 21: The BFG
  - July 24: Frozen
  - July 28: Storks
  - July 31: Finding Dory
  - August 4: Moana
  - August 7: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang
  - August 11: The Secret Life of Pets
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 - July 4th Downtown Celebration - Fireworks & Concert, Inlet Parking Lot. July 4th Concert featuring Triple Rail Turn - The Modern Country Band & Fireworks on the Beach in Downtown Ocean City. Free concert begins at 8:00 pm, followed by fabulous fireworks at 9:30pm. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the evening beside the ocean on the beach at the inlet in downtown Ocean City. For information: 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.
Tuesday - July 4th Uptown Celebration - Fireworks & Concert. Enjoy A Free Concert At 8pm, Northside Park, 125th St. July 4th Concert and Fireworks Display at Northside Park. Free concert featuring Mike Hines and The Look begins at 8:00 pm, followed by fabulous fireworks at 9:30 pm. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the evening at Northside Park on 125th St. For information: 1-800-626-2326 or 410-250-0125.

Funny Poop

A man goes to the doctor, worried about his wife's temper. The doctor asks, “What’s the problem?”

The man says, “Doctor, I don’t know what to do. Every day my wife seems to lose her temper for no reason. It scares me.”

The doctor says, “I have a cure for that. When it seems that your wife is getting angry, just take a glass of water and start swishing it in your mouth. Just swish and swish but don’t swallow it until she either leaves the room or calms down.”

Two weeks later, the man comes back to the doctor looking fresh and reborn. The man says, “Doctor, that was a brilliant idea! Every time my wife started losing it, I swished with water. I swished and swished, and she calmed right down! How does a glass of water do that?”

The doctor says, “The water itself does nothing. It’s keeping your mouth shut that does the trick.”

Etcetera

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