Joanne Kokalj President July - August 2013 Rockin' Times Hotline 773.467.0177 * E-mail: cwcjc@jitterbugchicago.com * Website: www.jitterbugchicago.com As you read this newsletter we will all be at Sweet Home Chicago. Or perhaps if your mail is really slow, we could all be at home recovering from a very long weekend. Sweet Home Chicago is great fun and it is also a lot of work. I want to say a great big thank you to the entire board for all of the time and effort that they have put into our event this year. I also want to thank Mike and Debbe Lapina and Gloria Medel for all that they do to make this a successful and fun weekend. Summer is finally here and it s time for our annual picnic. This year it takes place on July 28th at Pottawatomie Park. We will be having BBQ on Wheels cater the picnic again this year; if you were with us last year then you know they have really good picnic food. Bill will again be playing his best picnic music and Linda will be running her egg toss and water balloon games. It is always a fun day, so save the date and come on out and join us. See the flyer inside for details. On Saturday, August 3rd, we will be having our annual open board meeting. This is an opportunity for you to come and express your ideas, complaints or just ask questions. The decisions that we make are influenced by what we hear from you so please take the time to come to this meeting. On Saturday, August 17th, Mike Hartman will be our guest DJ for oldies night. This is always a fun dance and of course we get to hear all of that great music from the 50s and 60s. With summer now here I just want to remind everyone that we have a no shorts policy, shorts are considered anything that is above the knee. In this newsletter is the annual profit and loss statement for the club, please take the time to look this over as this is our annual accounting of the club s money. If you should have any questions please see our Treasurer, Janet Campeotto at one of the dances. Finally, I want to say a great big thank you to our 1st Vice-President, Ralph Dahma. Ralph has chosen not to run for office again and will leave the board on June 30th. While he is leaving the board he will certainly be around at the dances and of course has offered his help to the board whenever we may need it. Our meetings won t be the same without him, he has a very quick wit and he can be really funny not to mention that he has more ideas than all the rest of us put together. And, it is all of those ideas that has led him to leave the board, so that he can go on and pursue some new interests. On behalf of all of the members, thank you for the 5½ years that you have given to the club. continued on page 2
Wednesday, June 19th was a sad day for CWCJC. Founding board member, Frank Orseno passed away after a long and courageous battle with cancer. While many of our newer members may not have known Frank personally, I know that if you did, you would have liked him. I will miss him and I will miss the big bear hug he gave me every time he came to the dance. Frank loved the jitterbug club and the music from the 50s and 60s. When one of those great oldies is being played at the dance, I am sure many of us will think of Frank, he will surely be missed by all of his friends. See you at the dance, Joanne MAY 2013 RECAP May 8, 2013 Meeting: Ending April 30th balances - Checking Account $13,984.23 (Does not include CCCC Invoice), Money Market Account $11,889.64, 25th BD Account $5,601.87. Discussed: SHC Convention ticket sales, the Room Raffle and the Money Raffle. SHC's entertainment on Saturday night. The SHC volunteer sign-up sheets will now be available at our dances. Hosting the CWCJC Jitterbug Party at Danzapalooza. Allowing jeans to be worn at both the June 1st and June 15th dances. Running an ad in the newsletter for a knowledgeable computer person who might be interested in becoming a board member. Closet Sale totals will be noted in the July/August Newsletter. JUNE 2013 RECAP June 17, 2013 Meeting: Ending May 31st balances - Checking Account $8,472.00, Money Market Account $11,889.84, 25th BD Account $5,952.12. Discussed: Recap of the Baseball Dance was a profit of $11.40. Recap of the Swing into Spring Dance at CCCC will be in the September/October Newsletter. Our Tent Dance at the Westin was a profit of $338.00. The Go-Seven Line Dance Lesson was a loss of $20.00. Mary Pat's Closet Sale was $348.00. Discussed the estimated costs for SHC. Confirmed the entertainment for Saturday night at SHC. Discussed the flyer for the upcoming picnic at Pottawatomie Park. And, with the resignation of our 1st Vice President, Ralph Dahma, the board discussed how we will share the many 'hats' he wore. Save The Date Please save the date for our Picnic at Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles on July 28, 2013.
CJC Schedule: All dances at Crestwood Elks July 13: Beachcomber Night July 27: Justadance August 10: T-shirt Night (Casual) August 24: Justadance CWCJC Election News On June 1st, Election Chairman Joanne Kokalj placed ceremonial votes for Secretary Mary Pat Lamberty and Volunteer/Hospitality Director Mabel Debeikis. First Vice President Ralph Dahma has decided not to seek re-election. The Sales Director position remains vacant, with Mary Pat handling those duties for the time being. We appreciate all those members who choose to help the club by volunteering to be on the Board. For Sale Electric Cash Register with paper roles for $100.00. Alpha 710ML---Royal Cash Management System. $200+ value, call Joanne 773-792-8842. A Note From 1st Vice President Ralph Dahma I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the CWCJC Board as 1st Vice President and Secretary. I hope that my contributions over the past 5 & 1/2 years, however modest, have been beneficial to the club and our members. After much thought, I have decided to not seek re-election as 1st VP, and to pursue other interests, as well as getting back to doing a little more dancing. I have told Joanne that I will help her and the Board in any way I can, and I encourage everybody else to do the same. Thanks for all of your support and encouragement, see you on the dance floor! Sincerely, Ralph
JULY Gerald Carrao...1 Rick Young...1 Mike Alterio...2 Karen Vantroba...3 Sue Lysy...4 Bob Wilkison...4 Stephanie Yager...5 Terry Crisitello...6 Bob Debeikis...7 Nancy Burger...8 Corky Falkner...8 Gabrielle Gang...12 JULY Carol Schultz...13 Sue Sturmon...13 Joanne Sears...14 Francie Dencs...16 Donald Tedeschi...16 Nancy Levy...17 Sandra Falesch...20 Dee Licari...22 Krysten Lucchesi...24 JoAnne Kokalj...28 Henry R. Seego...29 Sandy Woodbury...30 AUGUST Edna Cardy...1 Greg Martin...1 Michael Metoyer...1 Pat Agriesti...2 Robert Smith...2 Arlene VanHouten-Maynard...3 Shelly Gross...7 Michael Iselin...7 Mike Lapina...7 Mike Gordon...8 Kay Riegler...8 Richard J. Thomas...11 Joe Dubow...12 Susan Szymanski...12 Lee Alo...13 Rita Andritzky...13 William Kohn...13 Vince D Agostino...14 Rhea Spradley...14 AUGUST Adele Dary...15 Ann Mika...15 Priscilla Patterson...15 Eileen Pedtke...17 Robert Glab...18 Vicki Konewko...19 Ann LeCroy Gavurnik...20 Bill Draver...21 Stoney Burke...22 Rose Bagnole...24 Peggy Draver...25 Jack Giel...25 Nick Sakalares...25 Sue Tileston...25 Frank Paleczny...27 Cardi Fleck...28 MaryAnn Horan...28 John Mathe...29 Linda Nelligan...29 Judy Fairfield...31 Robert Pentz...31 FOR YOUR BIRTHDAY Your admission to the last dance of the month is FREE CWCJC Photos As always, you can view all of the latest CWCJC photos at our club's photo site: http://cwcjcphotos.shutterfly.com. 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 773-599-7845. Thank you all for your cooperation. MOVED? Contact Pat Agriesti, 2nd Vice President, at one of the club dances or at 847-824-0782 patatcwcjc@sbcglobal.net All CWCJC Club Dances are held at the American Legion Hall, 9757 Pacific Avenue, Franklin Park 8 pm-11:30 pm Chevy Chase, 1000 Milwaukee Ave., Wheeling Glendora House, Harlem & 102 nd St. * Chicago Jitterbug Club (CJC) 4428 Midlothian Turnpike., Crestwood
GET WELL WISHES TO: Kris Taylor. CENTERSTAGE OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO: The friends & family of 2 Charter Members: Jerry Basofin and Frank Orseno, who passed away in June. Also to Ray Schultz on the loss of his brother. Condolences to Joanne Kokalj, who lost her mother, Antoinette. DON T FORGET: Visit our Web site frequently: www.jitterbugchicago.com. There are hundreds of photos of members, as well as new Pay Pal information. Also, bookmark www.americanbopassociation.com for the latest ABA news, including cruise info. Upcoming meetings are: July 10th and August 14th. Meetings begin at 7:00pm at theamerican Legion Hall they run approximately 3 hours. May/June Dance Reports May 4th 114 members, 31 guests, 145 total. Pat Agriesti won $183! May 10th - Tent Dance at Westin Itasca 150 members & guests. Shirley Hadley won $175, Shelley Gross won a free weekend pass to Sweet Home Chicago! May 18th - Shelley Line Dance Lesson 109 members, 24 guests, 133 total. Mike Biewer won $153! June 1st - Election & T-Shirt Night 131 members, 32 guests, 163 total. Darlene Calamino won $191! June 15th - Red, White & Blue Dance 115 members, 17 guests. Janet Campeotto won $182, Dana Dugas of Michigan won the 3 day Westin SHC Raffle! Thanks to volunteers and dance hosts: Willie Townsend, Sr., Mary Ann Burke, Bob Debeikis, Sandy Glunz, Gail Schwartz, Corrine Rupar, Greg Martin, Paul Romz, Vickie Konewko, Pete Margarites, Elaine Morrison, Vince D'Agostino, Jordy & Shelley Gross, John Schwardtfeger, Fred & Carol Renzetti, and Karen Krisberg. THANK YOU!!!
Upcoming CWCJC Schedule All dances are at Franklin Park American Legion, 9757 Pacific Avenue. Doors open at 7:45pm, dancing from 8 til 11:30pm. June 27-30 SWEET HOME CHICAGO, Westin Itasca July 6th Regular Dance July 20th Regular Dance, Members with July birthdays get in FREE! Sunday, July 28th CWCJC Picnic at Pottwatomie Park (see flyer). August 3rd Open Board Meeting, doors open at 6:45, meeting from 7-8. August 17th Oldies Night with Mike Hartman, Members with August birthdays get in FREE! September 7th Regular Dance September 21st Tailgatin' Night, Members with September birthdays get in FREE! Food will be served, wear your Bears or other team's gear, jeans OK. Guests pay $12 since food is being served. www.jitterbugchicago.com
When you use one of our advertisers please tell them you saw them in the Rockin Times Don't forget to sign up for the club's Official Email List! Send your email info to: Joanne at pjkokalj@aol.com. 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...................1st Vice President Pat Agriesti..............2nd Vice President Mary Pat Lamberty.......Secretary Pro Tem Janet Campeotto.................Treasurer Mabel Debeikis..Vol./Hosp. Director Pro Tem Bill Matthews...............Audio-Director Vacant......................Sales Director Linda Nelligan..............Social Director
P.O. Box 713 Franklin Park, IL 60131 CWCJC Members & Guests To-Do List 1. Attend Sweet Home Chicago! 2. Get $1,000 SHC Cash Raffle tickets from Audrey. 3. See Linda about July 28th CWCJC Picnic. 4. Attend Open Board Meeting on August 3rd. 5. Dance to Mike Hartman's Oldies on August 17th. 6. Wear your football team's gear on September 21st. 7. See Mabel about volunteering. 8. Check the club's website regularly. 9. See yourself on the club's photo site. 10. Bring a friend to a CWCJC dance! 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.
Chicago s Windy City Jitterbug Club Annual Picnic www.jitterbugchicago.com Sunday, July 28, 2013 Pottawatomie Park in St. Charles, IL 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Lunch served at 12:30 p.m. Catered by BBQ on Wheels Jumbo Burgers, White Brats & Italian Sausage (All Cooked On Sight) American Potato Salad, Cold Pasta Salad & Oven Roasted New Potatoes St. Charles Park District does not allow any alcoholic beverages in the park. We ask that you please bring your favorite non-alcoholic beverages only. CWCJC Members - $5.00 (Non-Refundable) Non-Members - $13.00 (Non-Refundable) Children 6 to 11 yrs. old - $5.00 (Non-Refundable) Mail reservation form and payment to: Children 5 and under - Free ***** FREE Parking ***** DJ - Bill Matthews Linda Nelligan, 137 S. Chase Ave., Lombard, IL 60148 Need more info? Call Linda at (630) 627-2935 Deadline for reservations is July 21st - NO EXCEPTIONS CWCJC Picnic Reservation Name Member # Address City/State/Zip Phone# CWCJC members X $5.00 = $ Non-members X $13.00 = $ Children 6 11 yrs. old X $5.00 = $ Check number Check Amount $ Please provide additional names on the reverse side of this tear off. Make Check Payable to: CWCJC - DO NOT SEND CASH Mail form and check to: Linda Nelligan, 137 S. Chase Ave., Lombard, IL 60148
Financial Statement 2012 1/1/12 thru 12/31/12 Inflows Inflows (con't) Outflows (con't) Outflows (con't) Checking Acct Begin. Balance 7,402.60 SHC - Weekend Raffle 585.00 Hall Rental - Halloween Dance 550.00 SHC Workshop Instructors 1,124.00 Money Market Begin. Balance 11,885.91 Superbowl Squares 975.00 Hall Rental - Holiday Dance 550.00 Superbowl Winnings 500.00 25th Birthday Acct Begin. Balance 4,200.00 Swing into Spring Tickets 7,373.79 Hall Rental - St. Patrick's Dance 550.00 Supplies 259.91 50-50 2,928.00 Hall Rental - Tailgate Dance 570.00 Swing into Spring Buffet 6,352.00 50-50 Baseball Dance 327.00 TOTAL INFLOWS 116,165.84 Hall Rental - Veteran's Dance 550.00 Swing into Spring Expense 219.46 50-50 Birthday Dance 280.00 Holiday Buffet 2,083.99 Tablecloths 637.93 50-50 Halloween Dance 173.00 Outflows Insurance 1,252.25 Tailgate Dance Expense 313.47 50-50 Holiday Dance 260.00 2013 Deposit for Chevy Chase 1,000.00 Internet Service 1,265.33 Tax Preparation 500.00 50-50 New Years Eve 144.00 25th Birthday Account 4,200.00 Misc 58.30 Telephone 289.99 50-50 St. Patrick's Dance 214.00 50-50 Tickets 280.53 Misc for Equipment 26.21 Website 59.40 50-50 Picnic 148.00 Advertisement 300.00 New Years Eve 4,100.00 Website Maintenance 420.00 50-50 Swing into Spring 297.00 ASCAP License Fee 49.29 Newsletter 3,628.85 50-50 Tailgate Dance 220.00 Awards 210.72 Office Supplies 41.06 TOTAL OUTFLOWS 91,783.63 50-50 Veteran's Dance 190.00 Bank Charge 25.95 P.O. Box Rental 52.00 Birthday Dance Revenue 7,430.33 Baseball Dance Expense 115.43 Picnic Expense 2,262.62 Business Card Ads 170.00 Birthday Dance Expense 6,465.66 Postage 382.46 December 31, 2012 Balance 24,382.21 Cruise Rebate 86.00 Checks & Deposit Slips 202.91 Printing Expense 234.70 Dance Admissions 11,278.50 Constant Contact Email 207.22 Registered Agent - Filing Fees 25.00 Dance Admissions - Baseball Dance 961.00 Dance Expense - Baseball Dance 348.17 Security - Birthday Dance 130.00 Dance Admissions - Halloween Dance 605.00 Dance Expense - Halloween 248.16 Security - New Years Eve 160.00 Dance Admissions - Holiday Dance 1,210.00 Dance Expense - St. Patrick's Dance 895.02 Security - Swing into Spring 130.00 Dance Admissions - St. Patrick's Day 833.00 Dance Expense- Veteran's Dance 54.59 SHC - 50-50 Expense 61.78 Dance Admissions - Tailgate Dance 1,714.00 Dance Lesson Expense 200.00 SHC - Cash Prize Raffle 1,250.00 Dance Admissions - Veterans Dance 632.00 Dance Lesson Instructors 420.00 SHC D.J. 1,600.00 Dance Lesson Revenue 720.00 D.J. Expense 3,425.00 SHC - DJ Preview Dance 250.00 Embroidery on Demand 44.65 D.J. - Baseball Dance 200.00 SHC Decorations 666.70 Interest Income 4.01 D.J. - Birthday Dance 425.00 SHC - Floor-Sound Expense 3,600.00 Membership Dues 13,775.00 D.J. - Dance Lesson 75.00 SHC - Hospitality Expense 1,095.82 New Years Eve 4,500.00 D.J. - Halloween Dance 200.00 SHC Hotel Expense 20,769.22 Picnic Revenue 575.00 D.J. - Holiday Dance 200.00 SHC Misc. 156.14 Sale of Merchandise 361.00 D.J. - New Years Eve 525.00 SHC Postage 53.80 SHC 50-50 1,750.00 D.J. - Picnic 425.00 SHC - Posters, Table Signs, etc. 68.22 SHC 50-50 Preview Dance 207.00 D.J. - Swing into Spring 425.00 SHC - Preview Dance 475.00 SHC - Cash Raffle Deposit 1,880.00 D.J. - Tailgate Dance 200.00 SHC Printing 282.81 SHC - Hospitality Revenue 150.00 D.J. - Veterans Dance 200.00 SHC - Registration Workers 320.00 SHC - Preview Dance Tickets 895.00 Equipment Repair 37.78 SHC Security 462.50 SHC Sales 116.00 Flowers 112.60 SHC Supplies 26.58 SHC Tickets 27,965.05 Hall Rental 8,840.00 SHC Volunteer Party 186.70 SHC - Vendor Fee 700.00 Hall Rental - Baseball Dance 570.00 SHC - Website Domain 95.40