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The Bos'n's Pipe, official publication of the Phoenix Sail and Power Squadron, has once again been awarded the Distinction in Journalism award, as judged by the USPS National Publications Committee. It is the fifteenth time the publication has been so honored. Selected excerpts from the current and past issues are included below. |
| Communications with members is accomplished by direct mailing of our Squadron publication, the Bos'n's Pipe, and by telephone in advance of activities. The Bos'n's Pipe is published monthly (except July and August) and contains the Commander's Message, officer reports, articles of boating interest, and announcements of upcoming social and educational events. Members are encouraged to submit articles and photos to the Editor, P/D/C Lee Whitehead, SN |
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2009A freeware reader can be downloaded from Get Acrobat Reader Change of Watch
16 January 2010
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Local Street MapA very special Change of Watch will be returning to the Union Hills Country Club in Sun City. The club is located at 9860 W. Lindgren Avenue.
The event has twofold meaning. The squadron will formally welcome its new bridge officers, committee chairs, and thank the outgoing officers for work well done.
What makes this change of watch so special, however, is it will also mark the 50th anniversary of the squadrons existence. The squadron was founded in 1960, and has prospered over the half-century of its existence. A special program is planned.
The Change of Watch is the only formal occasion marked by the squadron. Those with A uniforms will likely wear them, however, appropriate attire is entirely fitting and welcome.
Dinner will feature a dinner salad, pot roast of beef jardinière, new potatoes with glazed carrots and a festive dessert of peppermint stick ice cream and pie.
Therell be a no-host cocktail period with members can greet old friends and exchange the latest news. Cocktails are scheduled for 1730, dinner at 1830 and the program to follow.
Contact Bill Johnson if transportation is needed.* * *
Report of Nominating Committee for 2010 Watch Year
Submitted on Behalf of the Nominating Committee by:
Chairman P/D/C Bill Johnson SN
Commander: Wilma L. Burgeson, S Executive Officer: Pending Administrative Officer: Lt Chuck Davis, P Squadron Educational Officer: Lt/C Joseph W. Warren, JN Secretary: 1/Lt Janice K. Park, AP Assistant Secretary: Pending Treasurer: Lt/C Jackie Wanta, S Executive Committee (all 1 year terms) Cdr David R. Allocco, SN Lt Roaul T. Jacques, P P/C John Lusson, SN P/D/C Leland Whitehead, SN Budget & Finance Committee 1 year term and Chairperson: Lt/C Jackie Wanta, S 2 year term: Open 3 year term Open Auditing Committee 1 year term and Chairperson: D/Lt/C Connie J. Johnson, N 2 year term: Arthur B. Ashton, JN 3 year term: P/C Jerry Kowalski, P Nominating Committee 1 year term and Chairperson: P/D/C Bill Johnson, SN 2 year term: Open 3 year term: Cdr David R. Allocco, SN Rules Committee 1 year term and Chairperson: P/Lt/C Terry Gray, S 2 year term P/Lt/C Bernie A. Lindgren, JN 3 year term: David M. Palumbo * * * Phoenix to host District 28 Spring Conference
By P/D/C Bill Johnson, SNThe District 28 Spring Conference hosted by our Phoenix Sail & Power Squadron is fast approaching. The Dates are March 5th & 6th, 2010. The D28 Spring Conference is one of two conferences and two councils held each year.
The Councils (Summer and Winter) normally are held in San Diego and the Conferences (Spring and Fall) are held on a rotating basis at host squadrons in the District.
The Spring Conference is where the new officers of the District are elected during the meeting and sworn into office at a formal dinner on Saturday evening. This year is especially a Phoenix Sail & Power Squadron event due to the Phoenix squadron celebrating its 50th year as well as the possibility of the incoming District Commander being from the Phoenix Squadron.
If you plan on staying at the hotel, please make your reservation before the January 25th cut-off date. The price of the rooms will jump significantly from our group discount. Staying at the hotel would save on travel to and from the hotel.
Help is needed in all phases of the event. From setting up the host room, assisting in directing attendees for registration and locating event rooms for participants, transportation to the hotel & spouse event, setting up the dinner arrangements, locating and obtaining raffle prizes, to just attending the conference.
Participating in this event and helping to make it one of the best in our squadrons 50th year will be an achievement for our squadron and new squadron commander.
Please contact Bill Johnson to find out what you can do to help. All jobs (big and small) are very important to a successful conference.
Volunteer for what you want or just let us know you would like to help to the extent possible.See District 28 website District Activities page for hotel accomidations plus activities and meal reservations
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The next regular Bos'n's Pipe issue will be in February 2010. Article deadline is January 25, 2010
Ship's Store
News from the Ship's Store
By Jan Park, proprietorLadies Cut Golf Shirts with the PSPS crossed flags logo are now available from the Ship's Store in 19 colors and 7 sizes. They are 100% ring-spun cotton with four pearl buttons on the placket and welted collar and cuffs. The bottom hem is finished with side vents. They are from Outer Banks so you know the quality is first rate. If you're interested, I would be happy to email the color choices and sizing specs to you. The cost is $26.50 with your embroidered name and $21.50 without.
Our squadron's 50th Anniversary burgee is also available for order at $20 each. This is the burgee that will be flown going forward. Please call me at 602-997-6801 or send me an email at mcb3123@msn.com to place your order.
If there is an interest to branch out into other emblem merchandize, the USPS has developed a program with www.yourboatsname.com, a division of UMSCO Corp. in Dallas, Texas to offer a 10% rebate on each item purchased. Visit the website to view the variety of items that that the company can provide with our PSPS emblem, including insulated tumblers, mugs, aprons, towels, visors, photo frames and fleece throws. There are no minimum orders required, and no freight charge for orders over $200.00. Please feel free to email your comments or questions to me, Janice Parks, at mcb3123@msn.com
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Interested? The Phoenix Sail and Power Squadron will be offering new up-to-date hats and a handy carrying bag, both embroidered with the new name of the squadron.
The hat will be available in two colors -- light blue or either royal blue or black. The heavy-duty bag measures 13x15 inches and is 5-1/2 inches deep. The hats and bags are to sell for $20 each.
A new monogramed polo shirt has been designed. It will be available with or without the owner's name.
A selection of fabric colors is also be consideredAs a convenience for our members, the Phoenix Sail and Power Squadron Ship's Store maintains a stock of frequently requested USPS items. They can be obtained by contacting the store manager, Lt Janice Park, AP, (602) 997-6801
Click here for a complete list of the items available from the Phoenix SPS Ship's Store Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed people
can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has.Margaret Mead.
This page last updated February 8, 2010
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