November - December 2016 Rockin' Times

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1 November - December 2016 Rockin' Times Hotline * cwcjc@jitterbugchicago.com * Website: Joanne Kokalj President By now, most if not all of you know that we have lost another founding board member. Bob Burke passed away on Sept. 23rd. Bob was active in the beginning helping set up the club; unfortunately, due to work responsibilities Bob was unable to become part of the original board. Bob s contributions to the club are greatly appreciated and he will be missed by all of his many friends. We will be dedicating the dance of Dec. 3rd to him. At our meeting in August, we discussed the club s equipment, specifically the speakers. The 2 speakers that we had were working; but they were getting old and they were very heavy (approx. 50lbs each.) New speakers will have a better sound quality and be a little lighter. Also, underneath the table that holds the mixing board (you don t see this because it s covered up with a tablecloth) there is a large, heavy amplifier. Gay Essary has been checking things out for the club including her and Randy going to actually listen to different speakers. We have purchased 2 new speakers which will have the amplifier included right in the speaker, thus eliminating one piece of equipment. The new speakers will also have a higher wattage. The wattage on the old speakers was 500, and the new ones will have 1000 watts. The speakers will still be heavy approximately between 35 and 40 lbs each, but at least they will be lighter than what we had. Music is the most important part of our club dances, so we felt it was time to upgrade. The new speakers cost $1, for both, plus another $100 for the cables and we have also purchased protective covers for the speakers which ran around $ The current speakers and amplifier that we use at the dances will now become the back up equipment, and we sold what was our back up equipment prior to purchasing the new speakers. For now, we will keep the current mixing board, but in the future we may look into replacing that also. I want to thank Gay Essary for making back up CDs for the club. In the near future several of the board members will learn how to operate the equipment (just in case). Our DJs and guest DJs receive a schedule for when they will be playing well in advance of the date. It is very unlikely that both of our regular DJs would be unavailable at the same time, but this could happen. Although, we do have other DJs that we can call upon, it is better to be safe than sorry. Inside the newsletter there is a list of requested items for our Vets collection which will take place at the Nov. 5th dance, we will also be having a tribute to our Vets that night. Don t forget to make your Chevy Chase reservations (flyer enclosed). It s a great night of dining and dancing; so come out and help celebrate the club s 27th anniversary. Please take the time to read the important message from the board regarding a by-law change requesting the elimination of 2 board positions. This will appear on the ballot at the election on December 3rd. See you at the dance, Joanne

2 IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE BOARD We have an election coming up on December 3rd and there will be a by-law change requested on the ballot. We would like to eliminate two board positions: 1st Vice-President and Audio Director. When the board positions were created there was a need for them, but over the years things change and we need different jobs with different responsibilities. And, in some cases we just don t need the position any more. We have run for 3 years now without a 1st Vice-President, the majority of responsibilities of that job has been distributed between the Technical Director and the Volunteer/Hospitality Director and the rest of the board. While the 1st Vice-President is there to assist the President and to take over if the President is unable to perform their duties, the board working together is more than capable of running the club in the absence of the President. At the same time we would like a title change, with the elimination of the 1st Vice- President we would like to drop 2nd from the 2nd Vice-President and just call the position Vice-President. As for the Audio Director, this position requires knowledge of the club s equipment and how to operate it and take care of it. Normally, in the past this position was filled by a DJ, but not always. We feel that it would be a mistake to leave the position open and to have someone run, who unfortunately, may not be able to fulfill the responsibilities of that job. In our club by-laws under the section called Advisors it states: any member of the Board of Directors from a previous term may be invited to serve in a non-voting advisory capacity to the existing Board of Directors. In addition, the Board of Directors has the authority to bestow advisory capacity to individuals who are acknowledged professionals. Advisory members will not hold office nor have voting privileges or serve in any other official capacity with the corporation. If the changes are approved the board will then name Gay Essary as the Audio Advisor. We feel that she is the most knowledgeable person for that position and she has a very good understanding of what is required for that position. If you are in agreement with all of these changes you will see a request to change the Numbers and Powers portion of the by-laws. Currently it states the Board of Directors shall consist of 5 officers and 4 directors, this would change to 4 officers and 3 directors. If in the future there is a need to add positions to the board, we will request that a by-law change be made, but for now we feel this is the best decision for the club at this time. Please know that any decisions we make are given much thought and are always made with the club s best interest as the number one priority. If you have any questions regarding these changes please feel free to contact any board member. CWCJC BOARD OF DIRECTORS

3 Upcoming CWCJC Schedule 2016 All dances are at Franklin Park American Legion, 9757 Pacific Avenue unless otherwise specified. PLEASE NOTE: ON NIGHTS WHEN THERE IS A LESSON TAUGHT, DOORS OPEN AT 6:15 PM, LESSON IS FROM 6:30 TILL 7:30. DOORS WILL NOT OPEN UNTIL 7:30 PM FOR THOSE NOT TAKING THE LESSON. November 5 - Regular Dance - ALH - Vets Night November 19-27th Anniversary Dance - Chevy Chase Country Club December 3 - Regular Dance ALH - Elections and Toy Drive **Please note this dance will be dedicated to Bob Burke** December 17 - Regular Dance - ALH - Holiday Party Please visit our website at: Please write to us at: cwcjc@jitterbugchicago.com CENTERSTAGE GET WELL WISHES TO: Vicky Konewko and Rich Fabros SYMPATHY TO: The family and friends of founding member Bob Burke. Also, to Corrine Rupar on the loss of her mother Philomena Dawson who was also a club member. WELCOME NEW MEMBERS: Rosa Composto DON T FORGET: Visit our Web site frequently: There are hundreds of photos of members, as well as information about what s happening at the club. Also, bookmark for the latest ABA news, including cruise info. Upcoming board meetings are: Nov. 9th and Dec. 14th. Meetings begin at 7:00pm at the American Legion Hall, they run approximately 3 hours. CWCJC Photos As always, you can view all of the latest CWCJC photos at our club's photo site:

4 NOVEMBER Ken Falkner...10 Pat Whitlock...10 Jolene Biddle...11 Sharon Kelch...11 Wayne Romzo...13 Kathleen Sauser...14 Bob Slater...16 Roberta Gerard...17 Richard Chiovari...18 NOVEMBER Ken Kaminski...19 Karen Siglasky...19 Audrey Oleksy...22 Elaine Schafer...22 Randy Baustert...23 Gail Schwartz...23 Joseph Chasey...27 Janice DeToro...28 Karen E. Marchese...28 DECEMBER Doreen Berholtz...2 Gloria Medel...2 Joe Romando...3 Larry Chudnow...5 Chuck Pembleton...5 Ed Horan...6 Don Lopotko...7 Constance Grant...8 Marilyn Fredericks...9 Mary Fazio...10 Stu White...10 Michael Biewer...12 Carol Green...12 Paul Puccini...14 DECEMBER Cathy Alterio...15 Sandra Glunz...18 Bruce Goldberg...18 Dan Bihler...19 Joseph Booko...19 Richard Marquez...19 Donna Byrne...23 Sandra Miller...23 Lois Cowsert...26 Donna Kinnaman...27 Mary Maniola...28 John Trudeau...29 Mary Vahey...29 Raymond J. Wardell...30 Florence Morgan...31 FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY Your admission to the last dance of the month is FREE... EXCEPT for November and December when it will be the first dance of the month. To avoid any late charges, please be sure to check your mailbox and look for the Big Pink Card which will advise you when it is time for you to renew your Membership. CWCJC merchandise for sale at all regular dances at the American Legion Hall from 9:00 to 9:30pm Club Jackets $65.00 Shoe Bags $30.00 ATTENTION VOLUNTEERS! If you are unable to meet your commitment to help at one of the dances, please contact me: Mabel Debeikis Thank you all for your cooperation. MOVED? Contact Pat Agriesti, 2nd Vice President, at one of the club dances or at All CWCJC Club Dances are held at the American Legion Hall, 9757 Pacific Avenue, Franklin Park 7:30 pm-11 pm Chevy Chase, 1000 Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling Glendora House, Harlem & 102 nd St. * Chicago Jitterbug Club (CJC) 4428 Midlothian Turnpike., Crestwood

5 SEPTEMBER 2016 RECAP June 30, 2016 ending balances - Checking Account $10, Money Market Account $12, July 31, 2016 ending balances - Checking Account $14, Money Market Account $12, August 31, 2016 ending balances - Checking Account $16, Money Market Account $12, Discussed: Starting to look into getting new music equipment. The possibility of eliminating two board positions. This would be a bylaw change and, therefore, a ballot would be available on Election Night - December 3, 2016 so that the members could vote. The members would like to have Mike Hartman play for the club more often. Checking into having a couple of Friday night dances at the ALH and having a dance away from the club. Having a Country DJ for the Roundup portion of 2017 SHC. Embroidery on Demand has a new design incorporating the Chicago skyline available. Discussed the upcoming Tailgate Dance. OCTOBER 2016 RECAP September 30, 2016 ending balances - Checking Account $15, Money Market Account $12, Discussed: The final figure for 2016 SHC shows we had a loss of $ The Tailgate Dance shows we had a loss of $ The board voted to eliminate two board positions, 1st Vice President and Audio Director. Since this would be a change in the bylaws, a ballot will be available at the December 3rd Election Night dance. Absentee ballots will also be available upon request. If the Audio Director s position is eliminated, Gay Essary will be named the Audio Advisor. We will dedicate the December 3, 2016 dance to Bob Burke. We will have our annual Tribute to the Vets and Vets Care Package Drive - November 5, The Toy Drive will be at the December 3, 2016 dance. We are still in negotiations with the Chevy Chase Country Club. If you are looking for our club shirts, etc., please visit EMBROIDERY ON DEMAND Our Dress Code Policy is NO SHORTS! Jeans which are NOT frayed, ripped or have holes will be allowed.

6 September/October 2016 Dance Reports September 17th 124 members, 11 guests, 135 total. Fran Pocica won $ October 1st 97 members, 12 guests, 109 total. Carol Renzetti won $ October 15th 77 members, 13 guests, 90 total. Lou Visconti won $ Thanks to the volunteers at our dances: Vince Agriesti, Mary Ann and Stoney Burke, Ralph Dahma, Bob Debeikis, Sherry and Babe Johnson, Joe Konewko, Pat Lowry, Paul Romz, Kris and Ron Taylor, Willie Townsend, Sr. RETURNED CHECK POLICY There will be a $20.00 service fee for any returned checks to the club. CJC 2016 Schedule (South Side Club) All dances are at the Chicago South Elks Club except where noted. November 12 - Meet the Candidates/Election/Victory Dance Party November 26 - Justadance December 10 - Holiday Dance Party Please check their website or call their Calendar Hotline: Doors Open at 7:30. No exceptions - please comply for our host workers! Chicago South Elks Lodge W. Midlothian Turnpike (140th west of Kostner) ** Glendora House S. Harlem

7 When you use one of our advertisers please tell them you saw them in the Rockin Times SDG A S S O C I A T E S I N S U R A N C E Long Term Care Medicare Life Health Disability Sharon D. Gonsky Principal P.O. Box 622 Deerfield, Illinois Fax insharonce@yahoo.com Protection for you, your business, your family, your friends Don't forget to sign up for the club's Official List! Send your info to: Audrey at cadygirl3@comcast.net From 2nd VP Pat Agriesti: Membership cards will be at the desk at the dances for two months. To receive them after two months, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Pat Agriesti 2232 Elmira Des Plaines, IL 600l8. Joanne Kokalj President Vacant st Vice President Pat Agriesti nd Vice President Mary Pat Lamberty Secretary Janet Campeotto Treasurer Mabel Debeikis Vol./Hosp. Director Vacant Audio-Director Audrey Oleksy Technical Director Linda Nelligan Social Director

8 P.O. Box 713 Franklin Park, IL CLUB MEMBER S TO DO LIST 1. NOVEMBER 5TH IS THE ANNUAL COLLECTION FOR OUR VETS 2. MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS FOR OUR 27TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION 3. DECEMBER 3RD IS OUR ANNUAL TOY COLLECTION FOR HELPING HANDS 4. BUY A 50/50 TICKETS AND HELP SUPPORT OUR CLUB 5. CLEAN UP YOUR YARD FALL IS HERE The Mission Statement: Chicago s Windy City Jitterbug Club is a not-for-profit, non-charitable corporation established to provide growth and the perpetuation of Jitterbug dancing, the true expression of American vitality. The purposes of CWCJC are to provide a bond among its jitterbug dancers so they can travel and meet other enthusiasts of dancing: to promote and exchange steps and styling among jitterbug dancers throughout the country; and to spread and develop jitterbug dancing so that more people will be able to enjoy and appreciate it.

9 Chicago s Windy City Jitterbug Club Hot Line (773) CWCJC Celebrates Veteran s Day with a Care Package Drive for Our Vets When: Saturday, November 5, 2016 Where: American Legion Hall 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m Pacific Ave. Franklin Park, IL This event will be held in conjunction with our regular club dance. Please help support our Vets by joining us and bringing whatever you can from the list below. Note that items must be new and unopened: Personal Items Facial Cleansing Pads Moisturizing Lotion Wet Wipes Eye Drops Lip Balm Toothpaste / Toothbrushes / Dental Floss Soap / Body Wash Shampoo / Conditioner Combs / Hair Brushes Deodorant Disposable Razors / Shaving Cream Foot Powder / Athlete s Foot Spray Body Powder Hand Sanitizer Q-Tips Nail Clippers / Emery Boards Anti-Itch Cream Feminine Hygiene Products Pocket Size Kleenex Shower Slippers (flip-flops or slides) Travel Size Toiletries Socks T-Shirts / Sizes L - XL - XXL Underwear / Sizes L - XL - XXL Tums Cough Drops Zinc / Vitamin C Lozenges Multi-Vitamins Entertainment Small Hand-Held Games Batteries for Games - AA & AAA Batteries Magazines Playing Cards / Dice Puzzle Books - Crossword, Word Search, Sudoku Individual Sized Sweetened Powdered Drinks Gatorade / Crystal Light / Kool Aide Coffee / Tea / Cocoa Individual Sized Snacks and Food Items Hard Candy (No Chocolate) Nuts Miscellaneous Items Ziploc Bags (quart and gallon sizes) Pens / Stationary / Envelopes Thank you so much for supporting our Vets and helping us make a difference!

10 Chicago s Windy City Jitterbug Club Hot Line (773) Annual Toy Drive Saturday, December 3, 2016 to be held at our regular club dance at the American Legion Hall 9757 W. Pacific Ave. Franklin Park, IL 7:30 p.m. 11:00 p.m. Bring a new UNWRAPPED toy or game for a child between the ages of 5 through 15 - NO STUFFED ANIMALS PLEASE We thank you for your continued support and for bringing joy into the lives of many children during this Holiday Season. All donations will go to an organization called Helping Hands. Holiday Dance Saturday, December 17, 2016 to be held at our regular club dance at the American Legion Hall 9757 W. Pacific Ave. Franklin Park, IL 7:30 p.m. 11:00 p.m. Share in the Holiday Spirit with fellow club members & guests at our Holiday Dance on Saturday, December 17th. Pizza, salad, cake, and coffee will be served. The doors open at 7:15 p.m. Members $ Guests $15.00

11 R Chicago s Windy City Jitterbug Club Hot Line (773) Advertise Your Business Card in the Rockin Times and on Our Web Site CWCJC offers a Business Card Advertisement Section in the club s newsletter. The Rockin Times is distributed to approximately 400 members six (6) times a year. What better way to seek new business? We will print your business card in the newsletter for an entire year for as little as $ Want more exposure? For an additional $25.00, we will post your business card on our web site with a link to your web site or to your address. You ll be able to reach non-members as well as members 365 days a year. This web site offer is only available if you purchase the newsletter ad. Take advantage of this great opportunity!!! Space is limited and will be sold on a first come, first served basis*. The form below must be completed in full, mailed with your payment along with three of your business cards, and postmarked no later than December 17, For more info, contact Joanne at (773) or her at pjkokalj@aol.com. CWCJC BUSINESS CARD AD SPACE (Form, 3 business cards, and payment must be postmarked no later than 12/17/16) Name Address City Zip Code Telephone ( ) Member # Please check one: Print Ad $60 Print Ad + Web Ad $85 Check Amount $ Check Number # Please make checks payable to: CWCJC DO NOT SEND CASH Mail check, form, and 3 business cards to: *Subject to approval by CWCJC Board of Directors Joanne Kokalj 5860 N. Odell Chicago, IL 60631

12 Chicago's Windy City Jitterbug Club Hot Line (773) It s Our 27th Anniversary Celebration! Join Us As We Celebrate On Members $50.00 Guests $60.00 Doors Open at 6:30 p.m. Reserved Seating for FULL tables of 10 only - All monies & names must be submitted together on one form. For your convenience, tickets may be purchased through PayPal on our website at: Saturday November 19, 2016 Chevy Chase Country Club 1000 Milwaukee Avenue Wheeling, IL 6:30 p.m. - 12:00 a.m. Ticket Price Includes: Dinner - Promptly served at 7:30 p.m. Cash Bar Music by Gay Essary and Mike Hartman No Admission after 7:30 p.m. Prepaid Reservations Required by November 12, 2016 For more info, please call Linda Nelligan at (630) Reservation Form / Deadline is November 12, 2016 No Admission without a Paid Reservation - No Exceptions Name (s) CWCJC Member #(s) Phone # of Member Tickets x $50.00 = $ # of Guest Tickets x $60.00 = $ Check Number Amount Paid $ If making reservations for more than one person or for a reserved table of 10, please list all names & membership numbers on the reverse side of this tear-off form. Submit form & payment for all reservations at time of mailing. If using PayPal and want to reserve a table of 10, purchase all of your tickets first, then call Linda at (630) for table reservation. Make Check Payable to: CWCJC - Do Not Send Cash Mail Check & Form to: Linda Nelligan, 137 S. Chase Ave., Lombard, IL 60148