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General Meeting Theme
Meeting in the Park
Upcoming ASSC Events
Western Region
Summer Carnival 2008
Sizzlin’ & Sexy
August 7 – 10, 2008
Package Includes: Lodging, Registration, Goodie Bag, Theme Events, Happy Hours, Tennis, Pool Parties, Saturday Lunch, Casino (Golf and Spa extra).
$250.00 Deposit due now
PACKAGE TYPES & PRICES
Adult 3-night stay (Aug 7-10) pp/dbl occ. $334
Adult 2-night stay (Aug 8-10) pp/dbl occ. $261
Call or email if you have questions to
Western Region
Winter Carnival 2009
Join ALL SEASONS SKI CLUB and
The Western Region for Winter Carnival 2009
Heavenly Ski Resort in South Lake Tahoe
Oh Yeah, The Party is on NOW!!
DON'T MISS OUT!
REGISTRATION FEES
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Pre Registration (until August 23rd)
ADULT:
$135.00 SENIOR: $70.00
ADULTS: Ages 21-64 years SENIOR: 65+ years
Racing Registration: $10 per Registered Adult racer, Youth racers are free.
Lodging: We will secure lodging at the Host Hotel, The Horizon and condos at
Lake
Land
Village
. $100.00 deposit required to secure lodging.
The total cost depends on the type of lodging you get.
Event Fee (non-members) $20.
NBS Discount Lift Ticket Prices:
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Adult
(19-64 Years) |
Senior
(65+ Years) |
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Single Day Lift Tickets |
$69.00 |
$57.00 |
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2/3 Day Lift Tickets |
$126.00 |
$102.00 |
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3/6 Day Lift Tickets |
$177.00 |
$141.00 |
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4/6 Day Lift Tickets |
$220.00 |
$180.00 |
Transportation: This is a meet you there event.
Make checks out to ASSC, Mail to
23039 Avis Lane
,
Hayward, CA. 94541
NBS
Summit 2009
January 31 - February 7, 2009
Think Snow!!...Snowmass that is
Summit 2009 will be held at Snowmass Colorado and now is the time to get your deposit in.
Click the link to get lodging details. We only
have until July 7th to get deposits into the
lodging resorts or the units will be returned to
the NBS. After that time, we cannot guarantee
lodging choices.
Early Registration is $250 through September 22, 2008.
A non-refundable, fully transferable, deposit will hold your lodging spot. Check lodging options by clicking below.
ASSC Hiking
ASSC Survey
Please take the time to complete an ASSC survey. Your participation will better help us make your ski club an enjoyable experience.
Our Membership Drive continues. Our fiscal year runs April 30th 2008 - May 1, 2009.
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Listen Up!
If you receive a voice message from Calling Post, don't hang up, it's just us trying to get a quick message to you. We are dedicated to getting the most up-to-date information to you.
In the News...
Farewell to Our Founding Father
George Phillips
Look at the picture of a man who’s lovely wife, Patricia Phillips, greeted the guest at the door with a smile that belied the hurt in her heart; who’s daughter cried while trying to tell everyone how much she missed her father.
Look at the picture of a man who many past members of All Seasons Ski Club showed up at Studio One on 45th St. in
Oakland to honor the man that brought many of us together.
Look at the picture of a man who was one of the 1st Black research chemist at Shell Oil Company, at a time when of the 1400 employees at the facility only 14 where men of color and 12 of those pushed a broom around the buildings.
Look at the picture of a man who wanted to join the ski club at Shell Oil Company but was told by one of the other employees, “I don’t think so”.
Look at the picture of a man who started his own ski club; All Seasons Ski Club and was the co-founder of the National Brotherhood of Skiers.
Look at the picture of man who was the founding member of the Pirates, some of the best skiers in the NBS, who would rent a cabin near the ski resorts.
Look at the picture of a man who was knowledgeable on many subjects, and who would talk to anyone about anything, but no one ever called him a know-it-all.
Look at the picture of a man who’s Celebration of His Life was held in a room with a capacity of 120, but approximate 150 people show up, stood around the walls and in the hallway to tell wonderful stories about George Phillips the man.
Thank you again, George Phillips
By T.C. Shipp
Errol Kerr Goes to the 2010 Winter Olympics!
Jamaican skier Errol Kerr, (yes, he's Jamaican), has his eyes set on the 2010 Winter Olympics in
Vancouver
. Jamaica hopes to make an entry into the 2010 Winter Olympics after a gap of almost 18 years; their last appearance being in the Calgary games, where they sent a bobsleigh team. The team was actually the basis of the film ‘Cool Runnings’, which was filmed in 1993.
Kerr is just 22 years of age and was raised near
Lake Tahoe
.
Jamaica
’s hopes rest on the shoulders of this one young man, who is also a part of the
US Ski Cross Team; the team which has earned him his world ranking of 24. Despite being a part of this team, Kerr wishes to represent his father’s country during the upcoming Winter Olympics.
Kerr has recently made a trip to
Jamaica
in hopes of raising $200,000 USD in sponsorship. This is his first trip to
Jamaica
and he’s hoping to get enough sponsorship to pay for a coach, cover traveling costs and compete as a Jamaican.
The Jamaican Minister for Sport and the head of the Jamaican Ski association have been supporting Kerr towards his dream of taking part in the
Vancouver
games in 2010. However Kerr has also been told that by June 1st, he must state his allegiance to
Jamaica
to the International Ski federation. Unless he does this, he will not be able to ski for
Jamaica
in the future.
So, all of us can look out for this star cross skier in the Vancouver Winter Olympics of 2010.
It's Official:
The FIS has approved Errol's change of national team status. It is official that Errol will ski for
Jamaica
, beginning with this summer.
Thank you for all your support and understanding,
Catherine Kerr
Our Favorite Race Coach
I know many times you all are wondering what exactly I do to make money. It is real not about the money, the things I do in life are about the impacts I can have to improve society and the betterment of those most often under served. The link below is an article about the building I am currently designing, specifically the last image is the building I am leading, which is the Central Utility Plant or as the UK people call an "Energy Center" and it sounds much cooler; which provides all the power, water, and gases and critical systems for the entire campus as well as it will serve an interactive component for the importants teaching of energy minimization.
I hope you enjoy it,
Prescott
Prescott works for Anshen + Allen Architects
News that ski clubs can use.....
Be Cautious if You Are Considering Changing to One Large Bag Due to Airlines $25 Second-Bag Rule.
OK, ski clubs fought the airlines’ second bag surcharge, we lost, and it’s now gotten tougher. Today, nine out of the ten airlines we checked with are charging the $25 second bag fee and American Airlines now charges $15 for your first bag. But the per bag surcharge is no longer our main concern about luggage on airlines. There can be costlier luggage issues about which you should be aware.
In late May, The NSCN surveyed 10 North American airlines about surcharges for multiple bags, as well for oversized and overweight bag charges on domestic coach-class flights. The good news was that, of the airlines surveyed, only Air
Canada
counts a ski bag and a boot bag as two bags. The other nine airlines count a ski bag and boot bag as one bag (with some restrictions). But, with the exception of your ski bag’s length, the airlines are enforcing weight and size surcharges – and some of those charges can be substantial! Traveling with just one bag that’s 63 inches in combined length, width, and height and which weighs over 50 pounds can cost you a $100 to $400 surcharge for a roundtrip flight! (For example, United or Air Canada charge $100 for bags over 50 lbs plus $100 for being over 62" (not counting ski bag’s length) and each fee is charged for both inbound and outbound flights -- or a $400 total.) While it probably won’t apply to most skiers, for REALLY large or heavy bags, Delta charges $600 and American charges up to $530 per roundtrip flight for a bag that’s over 70 pounds and larger than 62" in total dimensions!
Basically, our luggage needs to be under 62" dimensions and under 50 pounds. Check the airline’s website just prior to departure to see if the rules have changed recently – then make sure that trip leaders pass the information on to their participants. Two small bags (or one bag plus a ski and boot bag) will usually be cheaper than one oversize and/or overweight bag. We also suggest that clubs equip trip leaders with a hand-held luggage scale to check participants’ bags for the return trip -- in case vacation purchases tip their bags to overweight.
Participants can check their own bags on the bathroom scale at home – but probably not at the resort – and the scales cost just $10-$30 each (or you can use the ones you received from Summit last year).
For more information, click here:
Note: Check with your airline as prices have changed since this article was written and will continue to change by the 2009 ski season. |
July Meet & Greet
Happy Hour
July 25, 2008
The sailboats sway, the sunset glistens and a welcoming spirit greets you from the moment you step into their restaurant. They are committed to the comforting care and reassuring food that Horatio's is known for...They are an East Bay tradition and San Leandro's Favorite Marina Dinnerhouse.
Join All Seasons Ski Club in a good ol' fashion Happy Hour at Horatio's, 60 San Leandro Marina Drive, San Leandro. 4-6pm
"Summer Sunset Cabaret" at Claremont Resort & Spa
ASSC will be in the house
July 4, 2008
J' La Chic Productions presents
"Summer Sunset Cabaret"
Debut Dinner show featuring
Doo-Wop and Classic Soul
by Pure Ecstasy Productions
Friday, July 4, 2008, 7:00 pm
41 Tunnel Road
,
Berkeley
,
CA
No cover (two-item minimum), plus dinner cost, if desired.
June Recaps
Rodney Strong
Rodney Strong Vineyards was the place to be Saturday, June 21st. Even though the temperature soared close to , if not reaching, 100 degrees, All Seasons showed up and had a ball. The venue was not too big, not too small… every seat was a great seat, even for those of us who just chilled on the grass. Jonathan Butler did his thing as usual. He was so cool and mellow, that at one point I thought he was singing lullabies especially to me; so I fell asleep… but just for a brief moment.
Brian Culbertson blasted onto the stage bringing with him a Funk Experience that had everyone on their feet for the remainder of the show. By the time Brian arrived, the temperature had begun to cool down, so it was ON and crackin’…
We all had a great time helping DeWayne celebrate his B-Day! Every time I checked, it looked as if Mr. McDaniels was having the time of his life movin’, groovin’ and partyin’ with a bevy of beauties.
A great time was had by all. All Seasons was in the house! Definitely worth the long drive out to Healdsburg….
By DC
Fathers Day at the Races
With valet parking and reserve seating, some eighty plus members, friends and family gather at Golden Gate Fields to honor and celebrate Father’s Day! Many in gala hats and outfitters that would make the ladies at Church Hill Downs sipping mint juleps proud. There were fits in all colors and descriptions with everyone in a festive mood.
All the Fathers, Stepfathers, Grandfathers, Mothers who are also Fathers, Grandmothers who are Fathers, Uncles, Aunts, Great Uncles, Great Aunts and Cousins who are Fathers enjoyed a great day to celebrate, honor and be with Fathers!
There was a buffet breakfast, followed by the Golden Gate Fields Turf Club Buffet of hand craved Prime Rib, Seafood, Market Street Salad Bar, Side Dishes and accompaniments, Sweets, and Desserts. Coffee and tea were complimentary all other beverages were additional charges.
Some members made money on the ponies. Everyone enjoyed cheering for his or her horse to come in first, second or third.
The seventh race was named after All Seasons Ski Club; #2 Cross Fire was the winner. Some members of our group went to the Winners Circle to take a picture with the winning jockey.
This event was a great success because it was something the entire family could participate in and honor a member of the family that has risen to the duties of being a responsible parent.
Don't miss out next year on this wonderful event!
By T.C. Shipp
Click here for pics
The Stone Soul Concert on Memorial Day was all that...
The weather was cool but just right for the lawn people like myself & crew.
The performers tore up the floor. The Whispers came on stage doing their bumpin and grindin with the utmost of class to their tunes. Chaka Khan had us on our feet, especially when she brought out Ledisi.
Then the headliner Frankie Beverly and Maze came on and blew up the stage with a routine that kept the audience up dancing the whole time.
Although myself, Bridgette Cook, Dawn Hills, Verna Brooks & Bev Collins were working the Black Expo booth we intermittently caught the performers, watched 75,000 (Sold out crowd) of yo’ cousins which was a talent show within itself and danced in our seats.
Don’t miss this event next year! It was the biggest ever.
By Busykallen
Happy Independence Day!
To: The All Seasons Family
Congratulations!
To: Our President's son, Quan Garrett, who graduated High School in June.
To: Our Membership Recruiter, Phyllis Lohar-Singh, who's son
Taj Lohar Singh, graduated
Oakland
High School
on May 11. Taj is currently attending
Alameda
College
with his sites on attending
Cal
State
East
Bay
in 2010. His major is Marine Engineering.
To: Our Member-at-Large, Claudette Center, who's daughter, Robbin McCulloch, graduated from
Cal
State
East
Bay
with a Masters Degree in Education with a focus on Leadership!
Claudette is very proud of her as are we!
Sympathy goes out to:
The Marc Gage Family who's father lost his battle with prostate cancer Sunday, June 8th. You can send Marc some love at: bgdwgma@aol.com
The Clare Chase-Tanner Family for the homegoing of her mother, on June 27th. You can contact Clare at: cchase10@yahoo.com
1 Thomas Shipp
4 Ron Cole
4 Karen Ambeau
4 Celestine Capart
5 Elaine Lee
10 Maatisak Amenhetep
12 Sharon Jackson
16 Audrey Harris
16 Tony Taylor
18 Yvonne Pratt
19 Vincent Gaines
20 Dr. C. Diane Howell
24 Claudette Center
25 Mike Lewis
26 Cheryl Barnes
31 Laura Blanton
2008 / 2009
New / Renewal Membership
Andree Driskell
Shonna Cook
Leisa Johnson
Tony Taylor
Michael Jackson
Piere Clark
Cheryl Dorsey
Donna Smith
Felicia Owens
*New Member
Bid Whist
If you're interested in monthly Bid Whist parties contact Cheryl Archer at archway5@hotmail.com to get on the email list.
Black Expo 2009
JOIN US FOR BLACK EXPO 2008!
Hopefully, by now you have already marked your calendar to be a part of Black Expo 2008 which will be held on Saturday, July 19th and Sunday July 20 at the
Oakland
Convention Center
.
Come visit the All Seasons booth.
Tickets available for sale at the July meeting.
Thank you to everyone who contributed to this month's newsletter.
Please excuse the lateness of this months newsletter. Equipment failure prevented a timely delivery. |
2008-2009 Trips & Events
Western Region Summer Carnival - August 7-10, 2008
Early registration extended to June 10, 2008
Summit - Snowmass - January 31 - Feb 7, 2009
$250 Early Registration through September 22, 2008
Western Region Winter Carnival - So. Lake Tahoe - January 15-19, 2009
$135 Pre-Registration through August 22, 2008
Funfest - Huatulco, Mexico - October 29 - November 2, 2009
Details coming soon!
Youth Club Information
All Seasons Youth Ski Club meets every 2nd Tuesday @ Sequoyah Community Church. For more information, call Karen Ambeau @ 510-538-3368.
If you have children, relatives or friends, who are interested in joining the Youth Club, membership applications are available at the Adult Club Meeting. Annual Youth Membership Dues are $10.
Meetings & Location
All Seasons Ski Club meets on the first Wednesday* of each month, at 7:30pm. Join us at the California Ballroom, 1736 Franklin St, Oakland.
* Due to holidays and planned activities the meetings may take place on the 2nd Wednesday of the Month. Please watch for announcements.
ASSC Calendar
| Date |
Day |
General Meeting Theme |
Location/Time |
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Wednesday |
Hangin' in the Park |
Dimond Park - Fruitvale District 6:00p.m. |
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Friday |
Happy Hour |
Horatio's
60 San Leandro Marina Dr
San Leandro 4 - 6pm |
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Wednesday |
Golf |
California Ballroom 7:30p.m |
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August 23
2008 |
Saturday |
ASSC Golf Tournament |
TBD |
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September 3 2008 |
Wednesday |
Annual Picnic |
California Ballroom 7:30p.m |
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September 20 2008 |
Saturday |
ASSC Softball Challenge |
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ASSC Cancellation and Refund Policy
IF THE CLUB CANCELS AN ACTIVITY/EVENT, MONEY WILL BE RETURNED EXCEPT AS LISTED:
A) If cancellation occurs 60 days before event, all money will be refunded.
B) N.B.S., Inc. (Summit/Mini-Summit) registration and lodging fees are non-refundable at any time.
C) Money will be refunded less charges made by the contracted agency, charges incurred by the club on behalf of the participant, such
as deposits or non-refundable charges.
D) Each participant will sign a trip participation application that details the cancellation/refund policy.
Note: There is no refund for missed transportation.
IF THE INDIVIDUAL CANCELS:
A) All cancellations must be in writing.
B) N.B.S., Inc. (Summit/Mini-Summit) registration and lodging fees are non-refundable at any time.
C) All money paid will be returned less any charges incurred and an administrative fee.
Returned Check Fees: For costs $100 or less, $25 Fee. For costs >$100, $50 Fee. Checks will not be accepted from repeat offenders.
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