Ravens Nest # 3

P.O. Box 602

Frederick, Maryland 21705

November 6, 2007

Members Present:

M. Farrell, G. Guevara, B. Dankmeyer, J. Meyers, P. Smith, H. Simpson, M. Simpson, R. Preston,  M. Naill, K. Griffith, T. Gilbert, L. Miskell, T. Kelly

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·        Board of Directors:  Members: Eddie Griffith, Linda Miskell, Mark Simpson,   George Guevara and Ed Nuneville  

            No report.

   ·        Chamber Update:

1.                  Mike Farrell reported that the Chamber Bull Roast is set for May 3, 2008 at the Timonium Exhibition Hall.  Tickets are $35.00 per person.  Anyone interested in tickets should email Mike F.:  mfravensnut@aol.com

2.                  The OC Rave with be May 29 – June 1, 2008.  We will return to the Spinnaker Hotel.  Rooms (efficiencies) are $420.00.  If interested, there is a $100.00 NON-REFUNDABLE deposit to hold your room.  Events anticipated:  Fishing trip, Olympic Games, Pub Crawl/Scavenger Hunt, Deck Party and more.  Anyone interested can obtain a registration form through Mike F. or contact Nest #6 at:  oharasirishpub@yahoo.com.  

3.                  Ed Block 10/10 Club – chance to win memorabilia and a chance to win tickets to the Super Bowl (where we won’t be seeing the Ravens this year…).  Mark S. made a motion that Nest #3 purchase $100.00 worth of chances; seconded by Keith G.  The motion passed. 

 1.                  Apparel:  Rick Preston reports we have purple Gym style bags with the name and location of our nest along with the Chamber Logo.  This bag is perfect for those of you who enjoy working out or those members who travel as this bag would make a perfect carry on luggage. The cost is only $20.00.

 2.                  Parking Lot:  Rick Preston – no news at this time.

 3.                  Frederick County High School Football 110% Scholarship:  Paul Smith stated as previously discussed that we would NOT hold the banquet at Ceresville Mansion this year.  We will hold a smaller gathering at Morgan’s for the winners and their families at a date TBD.  We will also have representatives from Nest #3 attend the scholarship ceremonies at each of the recipients’ schools to present their award, typically the 1^st week of June.  Please contact either Paul S. or Holly S. if you would like to volunteer.

 4.                  Golf Tournament: Mike Farrell: Planning for next year’s outing has not started yet but if there is anyone that has any business contacts in the Frederick area; please attempt to get them involved in this event next year as a participant or a sponsor.

 5.                  Raffles: Rick Preston:  There’s still time to get your Away Game raffle tickets for a chance to win up to $700.00 in the final 3 drawings!!!  Steelers/Ravens Raffle winner will be drawn on December 4^th, 2008.  NOTE:  This is different than the date on the tickets due to the move of our meetings to the 1^st Tues. of the month.  Congratulations to Rick Preston, the 4^th Away Game (Buffalo) Winner of $100.00!!  Does anyone else think that’s fixed???  To cover his tracks, Grant Moeller, won the 5^th Away Game (Pittsburgh) for a cool $150.00.  At least a Ravens fan came out a winner from that game!!  The Jonathan Ogden picture raffle has been tabled to January due to the short turnaround time.

6.                  Sharp Leadenhall School:  Holly Simpson:  Santa is coming to visit the S-L school and he and Holly need your help!!  In order to make this season bright for each of the kids at S-L, we need volunteers to purchase gifts for a select number of kids, wrap each gift and deliver them to Holly in time for Santa to give them out.  Each volunteer would receive a class list (no more than 10 kids per class) and purchase gifts not to exceed $15.00 per child. You will be reimbursed by the Nest for all purchases.  Santa and his volunteers will be heading to the S-L school the week before Christmas.   If you are interested please contact, Holly ASAP!!  HTSimpson1@aol.com.  Mark S. made a motion that volunteers would purchase gifts for the S-L kids not to exceed $1200.00 total.  Brian D. seconded and the motion passed.

7.                  Speakers: Eddie Griffith:  Trying to get another player lined up as soon as possible.  Paul Smith to assist.

 8.                  Away Game:  Mark Simpson – This year’s destination is Miami.  Ticket and accommodation package payments will be due within the next 2 weeks.

 9.                  In the Streets:  Jenn Meyers – Interested people were or will be contacted.  The location was great; we were in the sports section down below Patrick St. this year.  A small giveaway was suggested for next year.  This year’s raffle, a Gerome Sapp autographed Ravens Nest #3 gym bag was won by Adam Weaver.  Congratulations Adam!!!

 10.              Marketing:  Paul Smith – Burton’s Collectables in Frederick.  Paul stated that Burton’s had the 1^st weekend of December available to set up an autograph session.  After discussion among members present, it was decided to table the idea until next year when we could plan more effectively. 

.1.            New Fundraisers:  If you have any suggestions for additional fundraising ideas, please contact Mike F. or bring your ideas to the next meeting.

 2.            Guest Speaker: Stan Goldberg, Sports Editor of the Frederick News Post.  He gave us insight on who was the favored players to interview, showed us the typical press book given out each week, and more.

·        50/50 drawing: Mark held the lucky ticket which allowed him to pocket $32.00 tax free dollars.  Congratulations Mark and thank you for your support!

·        With nothing further to discuss the meeting was adjourned.