September 2010
President’s Message
I had the privilege of presenting a special award of thanks to a special individual at our last club meeting. This man has given his heart and soul to the growth and enhancement of our Atlantic Beach Shag Club. I know I represent the hearts of all our club members in thanking Bill Guthrie for his fine leadership as past President of the ABSC. Thank you so much Bill for all you have accomplished and your continued support of our club.
This also is an appropriate time to thank Sheila Wainright, chairperson of our social committee. The Beach Event was simply a super success as we had a record attendance. I know the vacationers around us were belly laughing as much as we were at the competitive events sponsored. While “none” of these events will ever be seen in the Olympics, they supplied our members with a lot of sunny fun.
As liaison of the ABSC to Memories, Frances Pittman gave her report to our membership identifying key areas our club can provide support to Memories. Frances has a committee of three including Joy Merritt and myself who will meet Monday August 16th to prioritize and engage this initiative formally. We will guide our club culture going forward to continually support all areas that Donnie Hinson related to Frances.
As we constantly promote the shag dance, to balance our club mission we also strive to be a leader in our community supporting local charitable initiatives. I have scheduled an initial meeting with a group from our club and Memories to hear Tommy Smith of the Raleigh Shag Club give a presentation as to how his club has been so successful supporting the Hospice Program of Raleigh. We have a great opportunity in Carteret County for such a need, as Carteret General Hospital is engaged in building a state of the art radiation oncology center to treat local cancer patients. Our club has the right membership components to be successful in establishing and driving this wonderful opportunity. A full report will be given at our next meeting to decide if our club, along with Memories, wishes to move forward with this program.
Going forward, the ABSC will continuously invite area shag clubs to attend appropriate events of the ABSC. This not only promotes the dance, but also promotes our continued support to Memories Beach Club. This last announcement is posted on our ABSC website. The Twin Rivers Shag Club is sponsoring the 2nd Annual Fred Anders Amateur Shag Contest at Attitudes Bar and Grill Saturday, October 16th, 2010. Contact LaVerne Mozingo 252-240-3728 lpm1945@ec.rr.com to support our neighbor shag club.
“Time is precious, so are friendships”
Steve Broughton
ABSC Board Meeting Minutes
August 10, 2010
ABSC Board
Tuesday, August 10th
The monthly meeting of the ABSC Board met at Memories on Tuesday, August 10th. In attendance were Steve Broughton, Joy Merritt, Frances Pittman, Catherine Brett, Jerry Garner, Robert Lee, Bill Guthrie, Melynie and Butch Connor, Sheila Wainright , Bert Poston and Janet Guthrie.
The meeting was called to order by the President, Steve Broughton
The secretary, Catherine Brett, read the minutes of the last meeting and they were approved as read.
The Treasurer, Frances Pittman, reported on our tax status and notified the Board that she has filed all necessary forms to the IRS on July 11th. Confirmation has been received that the IRS has accepted our forms. Frances also reported her findings on what procedures to follow if the ABSC wanted to secure the name Atlantic Beach Shag Club, so that it would be exclusive only to ABSC.
Larry Castle gave a brief summary of the summer workshop he attended in Fayetteville as the representative of the ABSC.
The Vice-President, Joy Merritt, is going to send new members a welcome note.
Membership Co-Chair, Melynie Connor stated that membership is now 111 members with 97 renewals and 14 new members to date.
Jerry Garner, Newsletter Chairman, thanked everyone for getting the reports to him on time and using the correct procedures.
Social Chairperson, Sheila Wainwright, informed every one of the Beach Day, Flip, Flop, and Fly, will be held on Saturday, August 14th at Mile Marker 15 in Emerald Isle. Subs, chips and desserts will be served at 12:00 and there will be great prizes and fun games for all.
Special Events Chair, Robert Lee, told the Board that Jane Lee has 5 t-shirts left to sell in larger sizes only. He also reminded everyone that the Christmas Party will be held again at the Dunes Club on December 4th.Guests fee is $40, cash bar, unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots, reservations for tables will be taken again this year for the price of $40/10 top, $30/8 top and $20/6 top. Chuck Clodfelter and Robbie Leggett will be the DJs. ALL attending must make a reservation by November 28th. The party will be from 6:00 until 10:00. As of this time, there is no committee for the planning of this event.
There was no report from Ex-President, Bill Guthrie.
The Board was informed of the upcoming Fred Anders Amateur Dance Contest on October 16th at Attitudes in New Bern. Flyers will be placed in Memories and on the ABSC website.
Memories/ABSC Liaison, Frances Pittman, discussed her meeting with the Board members of Memories and numerous suggestions to continue the positive working relationship between the two clubs. As these suggestions are discussed by the respective Boards, more information will follow.
President Steve Broughton discussed with the ABSC Board a recent encounter with a member of the Raleigh Shag Club, Tommy Smith, and their endeavors with fund raising. Steve named Frances Pittman, Joy Merritt and himself as a committee to begin working on this money making event. More exciting details to follow as the committee meets and makes plans. Steve also presented to the Board, two additions to the by-laws. The first addition was to Article III. Membership and it consisted of having a minimum age of 21 for all members of the Atlantic Beach Shag Club. The second addition was to Article IX. Election of Officers. That addition was stated that the President of the ABSC shall not serve more than two consecutive terms of office. After much controversy and discussion, President Steve Broughton withdrew these additions to the by-laws.
Old Business— Permanent name tags for ABSC officers to wear at ABSC functions have been purchased by the Treasurer.
New Business—none
A motion was made to adjourn the meeting and seconded.
Respectfully submitted,
Catherine Brett, Secretary, ABSC
ABSC Monthly Meeting Minutes
August 13, 2010
The monthly meeting of the ABSC was held at Memories on Friday, August 13th.
President Steve Broughton called the meeting to order. Steve made a presentation of appreciation to Bill and Janet Guthrie for their dedicated loyalty and service to the ABSC. Janet was given potted Sego palms and Bill was given a gift certificate.
The secretary read the minutes from the last meeting and they were approved.
The Treasurer, Frances Pittman, reported a positive checking account balance.
Joy Merritt, Vice President had no report.
Melynie Connor reported 103 renewal memberships, 14 new members totaling 117 members to date.
Social Events Chair, Sheila Wainright, invited everyone to attend the Flip, Flop and Fly Surfside Party on Saturday, August 14th at Mile Marker 15 in Emerald Isle. Lunch will served around noon and it will be subs, chips and a variety of desserts. Lots of fun games and activities with prizes galore!
Special Events Chairman, Robert Lee was absent from the meeting.
Bill Guthrie had no report as past President.
Frances Pittman, ABSC/Memories liaison, reported that Memories’ Board has suggested that ABSC consider assisting with their Hall of Fame weekend as well as the SPA contest. Also ABSC would like to become more involved with the golf tournament, sponsored by Memories for the Carteret County Cancer Foundation. ABSC has a committee of Joy Merritt, Frances Pittman and Steve Broughton to research these events and what participation the ABSC will have.
Jeff Walston suggested that Memories and ABSC consider sponsoring a Junior Shag Dance Contest
Steve Broughton, President, spoke to the members about various charity initiatives for ABSC to become involved with. A common initiative with Memories would be the golf tournament. Steve will arrange a meeting with a representative from the Raleigh Shag Club, Tommy Smith, Donnie Hinson and himself to discuss this event. More information to follow after their meeting.
Old Business—Larry Castle spoke to the group on the results of his attending the summer workshop in Fayetteville. Elections were held, winter workshop will be at Hilton Head Island, SC, summer workshop in Jacksonville, FLA. There is no theme for the 2011 parade as of yet. The parade of 2010 was the largest one ever.
New Business---An invitation was read from Addie Lou and Robbie Leggett inviting members to the 2nd Annual Sunday on the Beach Shag Party. Hot dogs and trimmings, music provided by Robbie Leggett and the address is 304 Parrott’s Roost Cottage. RSVP is requested and flyers are posted in Memories with all information.
The Fred Anders Amateur Dance Contest will be at Attitudes on October 16th. See the ABSC website or Laverne Mozingo for details and applications.
After a motion and a second to adjourn the meeting, President Steve Broughton did so.
Respectfully submitted,
Catherine Brett, secretary
August Social Report
We had a record attendance at the “Flip, Flop and Fly” Surfside Picnic on Saturday, August 14th. There was something for everyone. It was a day filled with fun, food and laughter accompanied by great music. Everyone walked away with a pair of flip flops, compliments of Rebecca and Ted Blaylock.
We had 8 tents set up for those who wanted to sit in the shade and there was plenty of sunshine for those working on their tans. Ted Harrell graciously provided his Corn Hole game for entertainment. There was plenty of “smack” talking among those waiting to play.
Before we let the games begin, we had subs with all the fixin’s, followed by a variety of homemade dessert bars.
The winner of the Men’s Hula Contest was Mel Hoard. He was the recipient of a rod and reel for a job well done. We all knew Mel had some moves on the dance floor and they paid off at the beach!
Debbie Wilkins won the Women’s Hula Contest round and was awarded a gorgeous purple handbag for her outstanding performance. She was definitely feeling the music!
Linda Butler and Ted Harrell teamed up against Frances Pittman and Marie Savage, Tommy’s sister, who was visiting, in the Toilet Plunger Relay. Linda and Ted were the winners but due to their valiant efforts Frances and Marie also claimed a prize. It is probably a good thing that there are no pictures of this event. If you weren’t there you missed it!
Carol Seymour won a prize from Edgewater Linens for the “First in, First Out”, Run for the Ocean Race. Carol managed to come in first after being rescued by partner in crime, Debbie Wilkins.
Thanks to the many hands that made this a fun event. Special thanks go to Rebecca Blaylock for soliciting the prizes from the various local businesses. The prizes were first rate and appreciated by all and enhanced this party for all that attended.
If you have an opportunity to frequent any of the following local businesses, we ask that you stop and thank them for their support of the ABSC.
They are:
Bob Hill’s Hardware Noelle Purses Todd Walk
Beachcombers Beach Outfitters 4 Corners Diner
Flip Flops Freeman’s Bait Edgewater Linens
Island Cuts Day Spa Island Furniture Island Traders
Monkey Bar Rudy’s Corner Watermark
We are already working on our next event, scheduled to be held on September 11, 2010, from 5-8 at Memories. We are planning a SOS Preparedness Party with the music of Henry Gray being featured. A Shag dance step will be taught so that those attending can “put it on the floor” at SOS. Twin Rivers and Eastern North Carolina Shag Clubs are being invited to join us for this social. We anticipate a great crowd.
Please be on the lookout for the September flyer, which we will be emailing to those whose address we have, in the next few days. If you did not receive an email flyer last month, please contact, sheilawainright@yahoo.com and advise your email address and we will get you added to the distribution list.
Live, Love, Laugh….
And Always Keep Dancing
Until September,
The ABSC Social Committee
A reminder to all current ABSC Members......
Remember to Re-Up by Sept.1 for $25. After that date you will be required to pay $30 as a new member.
September Birthdays
Gayle Holder – 6 Linda Rike – 6 Sandy Oliver – 8 Ralph Styron - 9
Edith Wagner – 9 Robbie Leggett – 12 Bonnie Rhodes – 13 Richard Wilkins - 14
Darlene Torbert – 15 B B Pruitt – 17 Lauren Herbst – 19 Ted Lewis - 19
Debbie Martin – 20 Bill Harper – 21 Virginia Roberts – 22 Frances Pittman - 23
Robert Kenward – 24 Gerald Renfrow – 24 John Sears - 28
Monday....upstairs....6:30
Tuesday....upstairs....3:00
Wednesday....upstairs...3:00
Thursday....downstairs...6:30
