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Metro Parrot Head Newsletter Vol. 16 No. 10 (NY, NJ, CT) October 2008
STORIES FROM MY BANK OF BAD HABITSWow, what a way to end the summer with live music - Levon Helm at the Newport Folk Festival; Marc Broussard, Sonny Landreth and Mac McAnally at the Stephen Talk House; John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band playing for their 35th year at the Ocean Mist on Matunuck Beach; Poco, Pure Prairie League and The Little River Band at the Brookhaven Amphitheatre and Jimmy Buffett surprising everyone with almost his entire band at the Newport Folk Festival, playing a solo set at the Stephen Talkhouse, rocking in Atlantic City, back home at Jones Beach, his hurricane Hanna show at Greatwoods and playing for his surfer friends at the autism benefit at the Second House Tavern in Montauk. What's next?
Well for the Metro's we had the Memory Walk in Bethpage and the Beach cleanup at Sea Bright. Then, it’s off to Meeting of the Minds in Key West. We hardly have time for a cocktail. Speaking of Meeting of the Minds, thirty three Metro's are registered for this year's event, not too shabby. Carol & I have arranged for the best spot to see the Street Festival Halloween afternoon in Key West. We are inviting all Metro's to join us on the second floor (room number will be included in a future Banana Wind) overlooking the stage at the La Concha Hotel on the corner of Fleming and Duval Streets. BYOB, but if you can't there is a roof-top bar just down the hall. Even a few of our Carolina Metro's will attend. We hope to see you all there. One other item to mention, the Breast Cancer Benefit will take place October 24th at the Hilton in Huntington, Long Island. I urge you to attend, but if you can't please consider donating a raffle item or maybe just sending a check to Lorraine Bosshard. It's such an important cause. Off to Key West! Dave Pohorylo
KEEP THE DATE!!!
METRO PARROT HEAD
NY ISLANDER GAME
Feb. 28th 7PM $31/ticket
Just one more candle …. & a trip around the sun!
Craig Beierlein 1 MigrationJimmy Montgomery 2 He Went to ParisPat York 2 VolcanoAndrea Olsen 4 FruitcakesDonna Riviero 5 ALL OF THEM!Allen Kantorowitz 7 A Pirate Looks at 40Rodney Olsen 7 Woman Going CrazyDavid Shapiro 7 Cheeseburger in ParadiseGreg Walsh 8 One Particular HarborCristina Blanchard 9 It’s 5 0’Clock SomewhereDenise DeGennaro 10 Happily Ever AfterCody Kleinman 10 It’s My JobMelanie Dale 10 It’s 5 o Clock SomewhereAngela Shapiro 11 MargaritavillePaul Wernersbach 12 MargaritavilleLaura Bongiorno 15 MargaritavilleAnda Woodward 16 Havana DaydreamingCarol Hanington 16 FruitcakesLisa Farley 16 One Particular HarborPat Chapman 16 Peanut Butter ConspiracyLiz Martiello 18 Banana RepublicMurray Rosenthal 18 Livingston Saturday NightKris Psilopoulos 19 VolcanoIra Turner 19 Why Don’t We Get DrunkNancy Funt 22 Math SuxAndy Udalovus 22 Depends on my mood!Tim Gill 24 Jolly MonLori Warnokowski 24 Back to the IslandBarbara Jacobs 25 Hula GirlJim Martiello 26 MigrationBrian Willett 26 South AmericaTom Sullivan 27 One Particular HarborMark Funt 29 SaxophonesGlen Yelenovic 29 One Particular HarborDoug Smith 30 FinsJerome Varnale 30 Son of a SonKathleen Jacquette 31 It’s 5 o’Clock Somewhere
Welcome New
Members!Michael SmithJennifer StuartJessica Norof
Ira TurnerNanette Turner
Marieelena CaulfieldTom MonroeBetty MonroeBarry Wight
Wendy Croker-WightStephen Williams
Scott Lipschitz
THE END AT THE ENDOn Friday, September 12th, Jimmy Buffett ended the summer with a private
benefit concert at The End’s Second House Tavern. The day’s events began with just over 100 autistic children riding the waves with volunteer surfers at Montauk’s infamous Ditch Plains. This event, the 2nd of its kind, gave the disabled children of Long Island, and their families, a break from their everyday struggles and let them enjoy life a little bit with surfer celebrities like Garrett McNamara. The weather was somewhat cooperative, and everyone had a great time. However, the real fun (for us anyway) took place when the sun went down. By 6 PM, 200 novice surfers and Parrot Heads mingled in the mud as emergency rain tents were erected in the courtyard area of the Second House Tavern in Montauk. It wasn’t long before cheeseburgers and Landsharks were in the hands of most. It may have been my imagination, or the fact that I was starving, but the cheeseburgers were exceptional. The pre-Buffett music hailed Commack native, Nancy Atlas. If you have never heard Nancy live, you don’t know what you are missing! Nancy sings along the lines of Melissa Etheridge/Sheryl Crow. She was a terrific opening act. Around 8 PM(?) Jimmy took the stage with pals Mac McAnally and drummer Russell Kunkel. Staying true to form for these intimate shows, Jimmy’s natural story telling ability shone through. He told of his son’s soccer scrimmage which he attended earlier that day, spoke of Dubai, and mentioned the very recent passing of legendary fisherman, Frank “Monster Man” Mundus. The night’s set list was guided by requests taken from the audience. The younger set went crazy for the traditional Buffett tunes like “Margaritaville” and ‘Fins”, but the Parrot Heads were thrilled to hear some songs that have been on the shelf for awhile like “The Wino & I Know”, “Uncle John’s Band”, and the Jimmy Cliff tune “Sitting Here in Limbo”. A highlight for the Metros in attendance was when Jimmy took Karen Smith’s request that I was able to pass up to him. After teasing about the 25% Ralph Lauren coupon used to write the note, Buffett mentioned the Metro Parrot Head Club & Joe Lombardi. Jimmy didn’t hesitate to praise our fundraising efforts, specifically mentioning the East Hampton road clean up and told the audience to take notice of the Adopt-a-Highway sign. It’s nice to know that Jimmy notices and appreciates our hard work! Once the show ended, many people headed into the restaurant to begin the drying out process. Scott & I hung behind to get our belongings together, when Jimmy popped out of one of the motel rooms…bodyguard in tow. We thanked him for a great show and he answered with a wave and said he was glad we liked it and thanked us for coming before being whisked away into a private section of the restaurant for dinner.
ATTENTION METRO PARROT HEADS!!
MEMORY WALKROCKLAND COUNTY- October
12thNYC –October 26th
There are only about 3 weeks to go before the New York City Alzheimer's Association Memory Walk and only 1 week before the Rockland County Walk. At last count, there were a total of 9 or 10 signed up between the 2 walks, and I know that "False Echoes" consists of Larry & Denise's family right now. We need all of you to step up to the plate. Sign up to walk and collect $$$ from your friends, neighbors and colleagues. If you are unable to join a walk, sponsor a team. NO AMOUNT IS TOO SMALL! Remember that: Everything you do is a small step. But it is the accumulation of all the small steps by many individuals that help make a significant contribution. Chicago had their walk on 9/14. They had 33 walkers and raised nearly $8400.00 so far. Wouldn't it be awesome if the "Coconut Telegraph" was ringing with the news of the Metro PHC KO'ing the rest of the country with their fundraising abilities for such a worthy cause? Again, "BRAGGING RIGHTS AT MOTM"! Let’s try to really make a difference this year. Alzheimer's is a terrible disease that has an enormous effect on families and friends. All of the money we raise goes toward not only the research for a cure of this horrible disease, but also toward the counseling of many individuals in need of support when struggling with loved ones with Alzheimer's Disease.Also, don't forget that this can be fun and it is good exercise. Larry and Denise have a party at their house after their walk. The NYC group will head downtown for Margaritas at The Rodeo(??). The NYC walk also promises the "KIDZ KORNER" with face painting, etc., and for all of you with 4-legged walkers, which are welcome, there will be doggie treats and a Memory Walk Bandana. Sign up or get more information about the walks at the websites listed below, or email NYC Walk at http://nycMW08.kintera.org/metrophDangerous Dave- at 727-871-2184
Request a brochure from the NYC Chapter @ Alzheimer's AssociationNYC Chapter
360 Lexington Ave, 4th Flr. NY, NY 10017 Rockland Walk at http://MemoryWalk2008.kintera.org/rocklandcountyny/falseechoes,Click on Rockland County and find "Team False Echoes"Larry & Denise - [email protected] or phone 845-735-5103
Request a brochure from the Rockland County Chapter2 Jefferson Plaza, Suite 103
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601Thanks in AdvanceDangerousDave
Long Island Festival of TreesNov. 28 - Nov. 30
Long Island Marriott Hotel and Conference
"I knew that I'd "arrived" when I saw an adopt-a-highway sign with
METRO Parrot Head Club on it". Jimmy Buffett 9/12/08
Montauk, NYWhat a rise from the crowd that statement got when Jimmy Buffett
paid tribute to the Metro Parrot Head Club on a rainy evening in Montauk!
How often do we take the time to read all those signs along the roadways as we perform our mundane tasks? Isn’t it great to know that Jimmy does take notice of our arduous efforts?! Jimmy spent quite a bit of time at the Second House Tavern filling in the “rest of the crowd” about the Metro Parrot Head Club and the great things we do. Jimmy’s appreciation of our club’s endeavors was very apparent and comes at a very timely manner. It seems that Mr. Joe Lombardi, (who was personally mentioned that night by the Big Guy himself!) has organized yet another road clean up. The Autumn Road Clean-Up will be held on Saturday, October 18th. Since we skipped the Summer Road Clean-up in order staff the rest stop for the Soldier Ride Cycle Event, we'll definitely need a hand roadside. Joe will be organizing the troops at the King Kullen in Bridgehampton at 10AM. Those interested in participating should RSVP Joe Lombardi at [email protected] For the first time in 15 years, Joe and Marie will not be able to host the post-clean-up lunch. Their house is undergoing an addition/renovation and things are a bit chaotic. We can go into Sag Harbor and get something for lunch if there's interest.
CenterUniondale, NY
Club volunteers are needed to help decorate the MPHC's annual tree.
Matt Smith (631) 209-9691
Breast Cancer Benefit
JOIN IN THE FIGHT!When: Friday, October 24th 2008
Where: Huntington Hilton- NO coverTime: 8PM-11:30 PM
Entertainment: Buffett TunesFood: Light supper / snacks
Booze: Cash Bar
The Metro Parrot Head Club is hosting its annual Breast Cancer Fund raiser once again at the Huntington Hilton Hotel who was very gracious in donating a banquet room along with a buffet dinner. (Directions see below). All proceeds will be contributed to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure.
The benefit will offer numerous prizes and gift baskets to include dining certificates, Jimmy Buffett paraphernalia, a Tandem Skydive package, Sports package, lottery tickets, Mystery box and 50/50 etc. etc. Come and see for yourself! Raffle tickets will be sold, so please remember your check books for your 2008 tax receipt of your charitable contribution.
Anyone interested in participating or donating a raffle prize for our clubs Breast Cancer Benefit, please contact Lorraine Bosshard @ 631-757- 4043 or e-mail @ [email protected]
All club members, your families; your friends are all welcome.Enclosed in our newsletter is a sample letter asking for contributions for this
worthy cause. Fellow club members, we are asking for anyone who would like to make copies of this letter, sign your name and mail to everyone on your holiday list to help raise more funds and make this year’s benefit our best ever. Any contributions collected can be turned in at the Huntington Hilton if you are planning to attend the event OR can be mailed to my address if you are unable to attend.
Lorraine Bosshard6 Mountain View CourtFort Salonga, NY 11768
Directions: The Huntington Hilton is located @ 598 Broadhollow Road, Melville, NYBroadhollow Road is also known as Route 110. They do that to confuse people and it works.Long Island Expressway to exit 49 South. The Huntington Hilton is located on the right side a couple of miles south of the Expressway. ORSunrise Highway or the Southern State Parkway to Route110 North. The Hilton will be a few miles up on your left.
Breast Cancer
Benefit October 2008
Dear Family and Friends,
Susan G. Komen for the Cure was founded over 25 years ago on a promise between two sisters. Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, that she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever. The power of that promise has lead them to be the largest and most progressive grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists, the only organization fighting to cure breast cancer at every stage – from the causes, to the cures, to the pain and anxiety of every moment in between.
On Friday evening October 24th, my Parrot Head Club and I are hosting an event at the Huntington Hilton to raise funds in the fight against breast cancer. All proceeds will be given to support the Susan G. Komen for the Cure through The Greater NYC Affiliate. Up to 75% of the net income from each Komen domestic Affiliate is dedicated to fighting breast cancer in that Affiliates community. Every year, Komen Affiliates awards grants to local hospitals and community organizations that provide breast health education and breast cancer screening and treatment programs for medically underserved women and men. Remaining net income (a minimum of 25%) supports the Komen Award and Research Grant Program, which funds groundbreaking breast cancer research, meritorious awards and educational and scientific programs around the world.
From the 1940’s until recently, the rate of new cases of breast cancer in the United States increased by a little over one percent a year. An estimated 182,460 new cases of breast cancer will be diagnosed in American women in 2008 alone. We all know of someone or maybe even yourself, who has been affected by this dreaded disease. I am hoping you might be able to support my efforts this year by making a donation to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Checks should be made payable to Susan G. Komen and returned to me by October 18th.
Thank you for your consideration of this request for your support. Please join us in the fight against breast cancer and a vision of a world without the disease. If you care to attend our event, please contact me.
Sincerely,
Phlocking PhunNYC Metro North Long Island
Brother Jimmy’s BBQ8th Ave & 31st St.
2nd Friday of each month at
5:30 PM
East Side Café232 East Avenue
Norwalk, CT2nd Tuesday of each month at 6:30 PM.
LI Happy Hours at Zoinks will resume
in November.
WANTED:ARTICLES FOR THE PARROT PRESS
DEADLINE IS THE 15TH OF THE MONTH!
The “New” Metro Parrot Head Directory
President:David Pohorylo
35 Boot Shop LaneMonroe, CT 06468
(203)[email protected]
Executive Vice President:Lorraine Bosshard
6 Mountainview CourtFort Salonga, NY 1178
(631) 757-4043
Treasurer:Peter Bosshard
6 Mountainview CourtFort Salonga, NY 1178
(631) 757-4043
Secretary:Marianne Straaik
25 Rhode Island AveMassapequa, NY 11758
(516)795-4126
Parrot Press/Banana Wind Editor
Kerry-Anne Willett12 Sylvan Road
Rocky Point, NY 11778(631)821-1170
Ticket LiaisonTom Dalton
(631)[email protected]
LI CoordinatorMatt Smith
(631)209-9691
NJ CoordinatorJim & Ellen Hill
(973)994-2575
Upstate & Ct CoordinatorsCarol & David Pohorylo
(203)261-1381
Joe Lombardi(631)324-9354
NYC CoordinatorTerri Amundsen
(718)956-5658
Western CoordinatorsLinda Peter/Larry DeGennaro
[email protected]@aol.com
METRO Parrot Head Club 12 Sylvan Road Rocky Point, NY 11778
The METRO Parrot Head Club is a not-for-profit organization whose purposes are to assist community and environmental concerns and to provide a variety of social activities for people with similar tastes & interests. Anyone wishing further information should inquire by mail to the return address above.
KEEP THE DATE!
Oct. 12th-Memory Walk-Rockland CountyOct. 17th, Road Clean –UpBridgehampton, NY 10 AMOct. 24th-Breast Cancer FundraiserHuntington HiltonOct. 26, 2008 -NYC Memory WalkManhattan, NYOct 30th- Nov 2, 2008- Meeting of the MindsKey West, FLNov. 28-30,2008-Festival of TreesLong Island Marriott, Uniondale, NYFebruary 7, 2009-Frosted Parrot Head Party The Savoy at the Huntington HiltonFebruary 28, 2009-NY Islander GameNassau Coliseum
A FINAL THOUGHT…A message
to those off to Meeting of the
MindsEat,
Drink,Be Scary!
