Friday, June 18, 2010

Frederick Road Fridays and Happy Father's Day!

And here's my dear Dad on his prized John Deere green riding lawn mower.

TGIF everyone! Free Friday night concerts start tonight
Park by Sam's and walk on over

Frederick Road Fridays
New Summer Concert Series

EVERY FRIDAY – June 19 to Sept 11, 2009
Egges Lane, Catonsville, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Great Fun for the whole family.
Spend your Fridays in the heart of Catonsville.

Current Schedule: Subject to change

June 19 - Automatic Slim
June 26 - 5 Oaks
July 3 - Appaloosa
July 10 - Reality Jones
July 24 - Bill Dickson & MTT
July 31 - The Gigs
August 7 - High Strung
August 14 - Marquis Soul
August 21 - The Channel Cats
August 28 - Groove Mammals
September 4 - Blue Streak
September 11 - UMBC Night

Monday, June 14, 2010

Hi Hon!

Dorothy's husband, Dusty, snapped this photo of Sue, Dorothy and Alicia.

Saturday, June 12, 2010

Only in Bawlmer, Hon!

6 PM to 6 AM Relay for Life at CCBC Tonight


Pat, Dorothy and Alicia relax in the Glamour Tent while Sue gets her do done.

Friday, June 11, 2010

Hon Fest This Weekend!



Happy Birthday to Pat R. today....hope you celebrate!

If you want to go to Hon Fest, we are meeting at Sam's parking lot tomorrow, Saturday, at 11 am, and we can carpool. I am not planning to stay more than a few hours, and I am not planning to go if it rains. We had a lot of fun last year, so I hope you can come. Tease that hair, wear your leopard print and  cat-eye glasses!

Friday, June 4, 2010

Embrace Life - Wear Your Seatbelt

OK, Doug S., this one's for you. Watch this excellent video and buckle up, you have lots of folks who love you!


Tuesday, June 1, 2010

Greet the Troops at BWI

Below is the June schedule for troop arrivals at BWI. Could you post this for all to see. A few people expressed interest. There is a warning regarding the schedule. Arrival times can change at any time so please verify the time before you leave for the airport. Go on line to OWHMD.org or call 410-630-1555 two hours before you leave. Your parking ticket will be validated by a member of the group . Volunteers should arrive one hour before the arrival time in order to put up signs, fill goody bags or do whatever needs to be done. Team Leaders have a store room behind the Air Tran ticket counter. The food and water is loaded on carts, put on the elevator at the end of Air Tran counter and taken to the area where the troops arrive. If anybody is interested, they can follow me down or ride with me.
From Pat Richardson

Check the dates, they are not in chronological order.
June 2 -7:00 p.m.
June 16 - 8:30 p.m.
June 30 -2:30 p.m.
June 3 - 8:00 p.m.
June 17 - 8:30 p.m.
June 5 - 9:30 p.m.
June 18 - 1:00 p.m.

June 7 - 3:30 p.m.
June 23 - 9:00 p.m.
June 9 - 6:00 p.m.
June 24 - 1:00 p.m.
June 11 - 7:00 p.m.
 June 25 - 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, May 29, 2010

The Gratitude Campaign


Thanks to John S. for sharing this video about showing gratitude to our servicemen. Click on the link to watch and pass it along to others as we celebrate Memorial Day.

http://www.gratitudecampaign.org/index.php?c=pages&m=watch_short_video

Coffee, Bagels and Family Information

A great photo of Harold sailing at Key West  :)


Corridor at Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas

Famous Key West sunset

You never know what you might learn at Sam's. This morning, Harold and I learned that our son, Paul, was enroute to Ocean City! He had spent the night at a friend's, then they decided to get up early and drive to the beach. Stopped by my folks at 5:30 this morning (knowing my parents would be awake) and asked them to let us know where they were headed. Harold and I had stupid expressions on our faces.....

Then people discussed crazy things their grandmothers said to them.
If  Dorothy said she didn't have anything to do, her granny said
 "Take off your stocking and pee in your shoe".
Her granny also said "Pick up a horse turd and run"  if you said you needed some fun.

Harold's Gram told him to "Pat yourself on the ass and yell hooray" when he said he was bored. She was also famous for saying "I'll give you something to cry about".

If your family has a crazy saying, please commeny below and tell us about it.

Doug H. said he always learns something new when he comes to Sam's.

Have a great Memorial Day weekend everyone!

Thursday, May 20, 2010

Relay for Life and Hon Fest

Bill T's trashy alligator

Glenn wants us to check out the American Cancer Society Catonsville Relay for Life at http://main.acsevents.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=24963 . It will be held on June 12, 2010. We can participate by walking and/or by giving a donation.



The Sam's crowd had talked about this event last year but only after it was too late. It is June 12/June 13 this year. I suggest we get a group. Get costumes. And go as a Sam's field trip to Hon Fest. What do you think? Tacky enough for our crowd?
Alicia

Thursday, April 22, 2010

Happy Earth Day!


another beautiful butterfly

Hi everyone, it is the 40th anniversary of Earth Day. And here is a green hint for you. Bring your travel mug to Sam's when buying coffee. Not only do you save using a paper cup, you save some cash too. Coffee in a
travel mug will only cost you 99 cents! So do something good for your planet today.

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Steel Drum Concert at Catonsville High Tomorrow


Join me Friday night, April 16, at Catonsville High School to see the Steel Drum Band and the world-famous Ken "Professor" Philmore play.  See you at 7 pm.....you won't even see the Pro's hands move when he plays. I think the cost is $10 per adult.

News from Glenn

Sue's photo from the Butterfly Enclosure at The Museum of Natural History...free on Tuesdays

We are asking local schools, churches and businesses to help us with advertising our annual Basket Bingo Fundraiser. If you can add the following information to your bulletins, communication emails, or newsletters as a community event, we would greatly appreciate your support.
St. Agnes Hospital Cancer Center is hosting a Basket Bingo featuring filled Longaberger Baskets and Vera Bradley Bags on Friday, April 23, 2010 at St. Mark’s Roman Catholic Church at 27 Melvin Avenue, Catonsville, MD. Doors open at 6:30 and games begin at 7:30pm.
Tickets are $15 in advance and $18 at the door and include one (1) book of cards with 20 games. Reserve tickets in advance by calling 410-368-2603. Cash or Checks only (with checks payable to St. Marks Catholic Church).
Additional raffles and door prizes, three (3) specials and King Tut sold separately.
All proceeds support The Leukemia/Lymphoma Society, St. Mark’s Scholarship Fund & the Ribbons of Comfort.


YARDSALE
TANGLEWOOD COMMUNITY
SATURDAY MAY 8
9AM-1PM
RAIN DATE SATURDAY MAY 15

 
I wanted to make sure that anyone with a desire to help was aware of the tragedy we recently had in Catonsville. Jessica Moran Lombardini, wife of The Candlelight Inn co-owner Christian Lombardini, died on April 6 at the age of 27. She had just given birth on March 29 to their first child, a son named Gianni Franco, when she subsequently developed complications and was admitted to the University of Maryland Hospital. The exact details are not clear, but she passed away a short time later. A trust fund to benefit their newborn son has been set up at Wachovia Bank at 582 Frederick Road in Catonsville. Christian and his brother Marc, who took over the Candlelight when their father Franco passed away, have been long-time supporters of local causes and solid and reliable business people and advocates in the community. Jessica was not only Christian's wife but the restaurant's banquet manager. I know all of your hearts and thoughts will go out to Christian and baby Gianni in this tragic time.

Saturday, April 10, 2010

They're Back!!!!

  • After several days' absence, the familiar blue napkins are back at Sam's, much to the delight of one of our regulars. Bon appetit!
  • Gladys made it in yesterday after falling last week and sustaining a lumbar fracture. She is in quite a bit of pain, but came in without a walker ubder her own power, and managed to laugh with us.
  • The Cluster Map for this blog showing readers has been automatically archived and reset. I was rather sad to see the dots removed from six continents and reset to just two dots now. I truly enjoyed seeing all those dots representing unknown visitors. We have had over 32,000 readers to date.
  • Don is back from his trip to Florida with his family. It was so quiet while he was away.
  • Bill T. told his oldest son that another son (previously unknown to the family) would be attending his grandfather's funeral. In perpetuating this prank, he introduced me as this long-lost child's mother at the funeral home! I think Bill should be prepared for paybacks in the near future.

    Here is an adorable Easter photo of Alicia's twin nieces, wearing fire helmets (their favorites) and searching for eggs in the backyard. Alicia reported that after their visit (and potty training), she found a line of Easter stickers in the bathroom.
And for the weirdly curious, here is a photo of my brisket scar, caused by accidentally pouring gravy on my leg as I removed a roasting pan from the oven. It now appears in the shape of an "S", so my Sam's friends have dubbed it "Susan's Super Sexy Seder Sauce Scar".  Can't wait to invite all of you over to dinner soon!

Thursday, April 1, 2010

Arrangements for Bill Tucker's Dad

Bill Tucker's Dad passed away last week in Florida. Bill and his brothers had five good days with their Dad before he died, for which they are really grateful.  We are glad to have Bill back in our midst, we missed his laughter. You were in out thoughts and prayers. The arrangements are as follows:

William Tucker
Viewing at MacNabb's Funeral Home
Frederick Road at Wade Avenue
Friday, April 2, 2010
Viewing from 3-5 pm and 7-9 pm
Funeral Saturday morning at MacNabb's

Everyone's Irish on St. Patrick's Day


Friday, March 12, 2010

Stimulus Money Suggestions from John S.

THIS ONE WILL MAKE YOU THINK…..BEFORE YOU SPEND MONEY.

Sometime this year, we taxpayers will probably again receive another 'Economic Stimulus' payment.
This is indeed a very exciting program, and I'll explain it by

Using a Q & A format:

Q. What is an 'Economic Stimulus' payment?
A. It is money that the federal government will send to taxpayers.

Q. Where will the government get this money?
A. From taxpayers.

Q. So the government is giving me back my own money?
A. Only a smidgen of it.

Q. What is the purpose of this payment?
A. The plan is for you to use the money to purchase a High-definition TV set, thus stimulating the economy.

Q. But isn't that stimulating the economy of China?
A. Shut up.

Below is some helpful advice on how to best help the U.S. Economy by Spending your stimulus check wisely:

* If you spend the stimulus money at Wal-Mart, the money will Go to China or Sri Lanka.

* If you spend it on gasoline, your money will go to the Arabs.

* If you purchase a computer, it will go to India, Taiwan or China.

* If you purchase fruit and vegetables, it will go to Mexico, Honduras and Guatemala ..

* If you buy an efficient car, it will go to Japan or Korea.

* If you purchase useless stuff, it will go to Taiwan.

* If you pay your credit cards off, or buy stock, it will go To management bonuses and they will hide it offshore.

Instead, keep the money in America by:
1) Spending it at yard sales, or
2) Going to ball games, or
3) Spending it on prostitutes, or
4) Beer or
5) Tattoos.
(These are the only American businesses still operating in the U.S.)

Conclusion:
Go to a ball game with a tattooed prostitute that you met at a yard Sale and drink beer all day!

No need to thank me, I'm just glad I could be of help

The Great Catonsville Cow Flop 2010


Type: Causes - Fundraiser

Date: Sunday, April 11, 2010

Time: 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Location: Christian Temple

Street: 5820 Edmondson Ave

City/Town: Catonsville, MD  21228

On April 11, 2010 The Friends of Troop 306 is putting on
The Great Catonsville Cow Flop 2010
The event is taking place at Christian Temple on Edmondson Ave in Catonsville. The event is a fundraiser for the Boy Scout's High Adventure trip to Northern Tier taking place in June.

What happens is people purchase a 1x1 square foot “plot” and there are 2000 of these plots sold

On the day of the event a newly fed cow is brought to the field and is allowed to roam around until it poops……………… yes I am 100% serious!

Anyway, if it poops on your plot you win $1500. There will be celebrity judges making the final call.

Tickets are being sold for $10 each. Tickets can be purchased from Troop 306 parents. Also, tickets will be sold at the Catonsville 7-11 on Frederick Road (outside the Beltway) on March 20 and at the 7-11 on Edmondson Ave (the Junction) on March 27.

Tell all of your friends!!!! It's going to be a fun day!!!!

Get your tickets from Jeff S........and yes, this is another blog post full of BS!

Wednesday, March 10, 2010


Bill called to say that his Dad's health has taken a turn for the worse. He and his two brothers are leaving this evening to drive down to Florida  to be with him.  Our thoughts and prayers go out to Bill and his family. Hope your trip is safe.

Bill also wanted to remind everyone that his wife, Janice, has $5 tickets for the all-you-can-eat benefit breakfast at Applebee's. It will be held this Saturday from 8-10 am, proceeds go to the Ravens Roost. You can email me if you need Janice's phone number.

I am attending a class this week, so I hope to see everyone on Sunday.  Stay well!

And I corrected an error.....Jeff plunged into the Atlantic, not the Bay.  Brrrr either way, Jeff! Thanks for your contribution to the Special Olympics program.

Monday, March 8, 2010

Welcome Back, Gladys!


Glenn can get tickets for CCBC's Women's Expo this weekend. You can check out the agenda at http://www.womensexpomd.com/.  (Hey Glenn, I read this link as "women sexpo md"...... I blame too many breakfasts with Donnie!) Tickets benefit Glenn's fundraising as well.

Also this weekend, the Flapjack Fundraiser Breakfast will be held from 8-10 am at Applebee's, 6505 Baltimore National Pike. A $5 donation is requested and all benefits go to Ravens Roost #88. Janice, Bill T's wife, is a member.

Alicia is spending the week sailing around the Bahamas with her family. Sounds great, send pictures!

Jeff was snowed out from the Deep Creek Lake Polar Bear Plunge, but he plunged anyway  in the  Atlantic Ocean to raise money for the Special Olympics.

Glenn reminds us of  Baltimore County's hazardous waste collection day, April 11, 2010. 

Good luck to Pat R. who is in Fort Lauderdale, FL, considering a condo purchase.

Wednesday, March 3, 2010

This Too Shall Pass



Video filmed in one continuous take, this is pretty amazing.