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DEC 2014 • GMSKICLUB.ORG • FOUNDED 1957 • VOLUME LVII, ISSUE XII

GM/Skiwi Christmas PartySaturday, December 6

Cost: $54 7pm Cocktails

8pm DinnerAmerican Polish Cultural Center

2975 E. Maple Rd, Troy

Open Bar, Music, Family Style Polish Dinner, Dancing & Door Prizes.Toys for Tots: Bring a new unwrapped toy & help unfortunate kids have a Merry Christmas.

Contact: Matt Casey, mcasey325e@comcast.net

248-770-4247

Redford Theater National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation

Friday, December 5 5:30pm Dinner

8pm MovieYule crack up! This hilarious movie is about the Griswold

family dealing with their in-laws during Christmas. Santa visits the Redford Theatre this weekend –

bring your camera to get a picture. Dinner beforehand at McVees Bar & Grille,

23380 Telegraph Road, Southfield (just north of 9 mile, just 7 minutes from the theater).

Cost: Dinner - Your Tab, Movie - $5

Contact: Darrell Ahlberg, 586-899-8203, dahlberg7@comcast.net

Clansman Gaelic PubFriday, December 19 • 6:30pm

Get into the Christmas spirit at Canterbury Village! Clansman Pub offers great food and a full service

bar. Located off Joslyn Road, three miles north of I-75 (behind King’s Court

Castle). Cost: Your Tab.

The shops will be open for those who wish to browse or shop.

Please RSVP! Contact: Dennis, 248-318-1491, dennis4179@gmail.com

Sat, Dec 13 • 6:30pm Cost: $20 (in advance)

It is a magical step back in time. A living snow globe, filled with live music, skating, and winter wonder – complete with costumed presenters,

horse-drawn wagon and delightful holiday shops. At the end of the evening we will be meeting in

the town square for carols and fireworks.

We will meet for dinner at 4:45pm and head over to the village at 6:15pm.

Contact: Les Skrzycki, 248-238-0675, skiorsail9@gmail.com

Holiday Nights at Greenfield Village

GM SKI & TRAVEL CLUB BOARD OF DIRECTORS

PRESIDENT: Stan Sawicki ssawicki@comcast.net,

586-808-3406

VICE PRESIDENT: Don Phillips bjp21@wowway.com

TREASURER: Dan Boyd danny.boyd@comcast.net

SECRETARY: Kay Sheere ktmc1014@wowway.com

TRIPS COORDINATOR: Dave Duvali daveduvali@wowway.com, 586-754-8151

NEWSLETTER: Sherry Letavis newsletter@gmskiclub.org

WEBMASTER: Kathy O’Driscoll kathyod7@comcast.net

PUBLICITY: Dennis Dembiec dennis4179@gmail.com

PAST PRESIDENT: Dave Norkus dnorkus@comcast.net

MDSC REP: Chris Luhrs chris.luhrs@juno.com

HOSPITALITY: Greg Ronan, riverdanceiii@yahoo.com

MEMBERSHIP: Open

ACTIVITIES: Open

SPORTS & SKI INSTRUCTION: Open

FROM THE EDITORDeadline for the Jan 2015 Issue is Wednesday, Dec 24. Send info to Sherry at: newsletter@gmskiclub.org

DECEMBER BIRTHDAYSDec 1 Carol Burt

Barbara Hartley

Dec 2 Carol Allman Diane Scipione

Dec 9 Sharon Rose

Dec 11 Danny Boyd

Dec 12 Ann Enghardt

Dec 14 James Price

Dec 25 Christine Luhrs

Dec 30 Amy Skotzke

The MDSC has existed since 1955 and is the umbrella

organization for twenty ski clubs

located in the MetroDetroit area, Toledo Ohio,

and from Grand Rapids to Windsor and Sarnia, Canada.

The GMSC is a member of the MDSC. As such we are allowed to attend other MDSC Clubs’

advertised trips at their member fee. There are also discounts and many other benefits.

www.mdscski.org

Help build the club & help yourself at the same time! Simply recruit three new members and get a one year

membership for free. Just have the new members designate you as the referring member on their

membership form when they sign-up. EASY!

Now that the winter month of December is upon us, it gives us a reason to be with our friends and enjoy the holiday activities that this cold December offers us. A Classic Christmas movie ‘National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation’ is what we will be seeing on December 5th. It will be shown at the renovated Redford Theater where organ music will be played during intermission. You can even get a picture with Santa, if you feel young enough. The following day the GM/SKIWI Christmas Party will be held at the Polish Cultural Center. It will include dinner, DJ dancing and a full premium bar. On Saturday the 13th we will be going to the Holiday Nights Festival at Greenfield Village. The whole Village is lit in a Christmas theme of old time decorations with many of the village staff dressed in period costumes. Later, on Friday the 19th we will be trying the food and beverage at the Clansmen Pub in Canterbury Village. The following Saturday on the 20th Craig Petku’s annual holiday Party will be offered. This event is always well attended. Finally on the 31st we will have our New Year’s Party at the Venetian Club. Please remember to buy your tickets early because the price goes up $10.00 on the 14th of the month.

This will lead us into the New Year with the club going to the Great Baraboo Brewery on January 2nd. The following day there is a planned ski outing with the Skiwi’s at Mt. Holly. Other events that we will be offering are the Lake Ann cross country outing in February, and the St. Patrick’s Day event with the band Blackthorne.

Have a very, Happy Holiday Season,

— Stan Sawicki, President GM Ski Club

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

Mt. Holly SkiingSaturday, Jan 3 • 10:30am

13536 Dixie Hwy. Holly

LET’S DO SOME SKIING! Meet up with GMSC/Skiwis and

friends. Skiing cost: $42. Join us for luunch 1:00pm,

cost: your tab.

Contact: Stan Sawicki, 586-808-3406,

ssawicki@comcast.net

Great Baraboo Brewing Company

Friday, January 2 • 6:30pm35905 Utica Rd, Clinton Twp.

After resting for a day after our New Year’s party, we will meet at the Great Baraboo Brewing

Company. Offering a wide selection of appetizers, salads, burgers, pita’s and entrees

to satisfy your appetite. $4 Long Islands (on Fridays). Cost: Your Tab.

Please RSVP to Dennis Dembiec, 248-318-1491 or dennis4179@gmail.com

New Mixed Bowling LeagueWe are trying to form a mixed team of bowlers for half a season. Fun league on Mondays at 7pm, January thru April. We would bowl at Classic Lanes on Crooks off M-59. You do not have to bowl every Monday – subs are welcome. There are many bowlers with low 100’s average in this league. Cost is $10 per night and includes three games and two mystery game draws.

Please email kenphillips@mail.com no later than 12/21 if you are interested in participating.

GMSC’s most memorable holiday get together. Gather with great friends and enjoy the festivities.

Sat., Dec. 20 • 5:30pm - ? Craig Petku’s Place

5188 Iroquois Ct, Clarkston

GMSC’s most memorable holiday get together. Gather with great friends and enjoy the festivities.

BYOB & A Dish to Pass. Contact: Les Skrzycki, 248-877-1794,

skiorsail9@gmail.com

Colorado Ski Trip VacationMarch 14 - 21, 2015

• 7 day trip • 5 day lift tickets at 4 different ski areas • 2 bedroom/2 bath luxury ski-in/ski-out condominium lodging

• Airfare & Bus Transportation includedTo be put on the waitlist, contact:

Dave, dnorkus@comcast.net

Only $1,425 (GMSC or MDSC Members)

Non-members $1445SOLD OUT!

Successfully Single New Years Bash

Wed, December 31 • 8pm - 1am $55 in advance

Club Venetian Banquet Center 29310 John R Rd, Madison Hts

• DINNER: Deluxe Carved Roast Beef with Mushrooms, Chicken Piccata, Ravioli Bolognese, Bow Tie Alfredo, Mashed Potato Bar with Assorted Toppings, Tossed Caesar Salad, Seasonal Vegetables, Fresh Baked Rolls, Yogurt Sundae Bar with Decadent Toppings

• Count Down to 2015 with Live Simulcast of the Ball Drop at NY Times Square

• Champagne Toast at Midnight

• Horns, Noisemakers & DJ / Dancing

• Cash Bar

Hurry! This party sells out every year! Sorry, due to special arrangements with the hall,

there will be no refunds.

No walk ups - Advance reservations required. GM Members can bring one guest.

Make checks out to GM Ski Club.

Contact: Tom Scott, 586-739-5199, tescott99@yahoo.com

GM SKI & TRAVEL CLUB UPCOMING EVENTSEVERY SUNDAY 10:00am • BREAKFAST CLUB – Jimmy’s Coney Grill 37246 Dequindre, Sterling Hts. No RSVP needed! 12:30pm • WALLYBALL - Warren Racquetball & Fitness. $5-$6 per person. 29901 S Civic Center Blvd, Warren. Contact: Michael, sundaywallyball@gmail.com 4TH WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH - 4:30pm • Grace Centers of Hope 35 E Huron St, Pontiac. Contact: Susan Walker, swneko@aol.com, 248-660-5329

FULL CALENDAR AVAILABLE AT WWW.GMSKICLUB.ORG

Fri, Dec 5 • Redford Theatre - National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation. Time: 5:30pm Dinner, 8pm Movie. Cost: Dinner - Your Tab, Movie - $5. Dinner at McVees Bar & Grille, 23380 Telegraph, Southfield. Contact: Darrell Ahlberg, 586-899-8203, dahlberg7@comcast.net

Sat, Dec 6 • GM/Skiwi Christmas Party - American Polish Cultural Ctr, 2975 E. Maple Rd, Troy. Time: 7pm. Cost: $49 by Nov 20, $54 after. Contact: Matt, 248-770-4247, mcasey325e@comcast.net

Thu, Dec 11 • GMSC Meeting - Champps, 301 W. Big Beaver, Troy. Time: 6:30pm, Cost: Your Tab. Contact: Greg Ronan, riverdanceiii@yahoo.com

Sat, Dec 13 • Holiday Nights at Greenfield Village. More information to come. Contact: Les, skiorsail9@gmail.com, 248-877-1794

Fri, Dec 19 • P&G: Clansman Pub at Canterbury Village - 2369 Joslyn Ct, Lake Orion, Time: 6:30pm, Cost: Your Tab. Contact: Dennis, dennis4179@gmail.com, 248-318-1491

Sat, Dec 20 • Annual Holiday Party - Craig Petku’s Place, 5188 Iroquois Ct, Clarkston. Time: 5:30pm, BYOB & a dish to pass. Contact: Les Skrzycki, skiorsail9@gmail.com

Wed, Dec 31 • Successfully Single New Years Bash - Club Venetion, 29310 John R Rd, Madison Hts. 8pm-1am, Cost: $55 in advance. Includes dinner, dancing, midnight toast. No walk ups. Advance reservations required. GM Members can bring one guest. Make checks out to GM Ski Club. Contact: Tom Scott, 586-739-5199, tescott99@yahoo.com

Fri, Jan 2 • P&G: Great Baraboo Brewing Company - 35905 Utica Rd, Clinton Twp, Time: 6:30pm, Cost: Your Tab. Contact: Dennis, dennis4179@gmail.com, 248-318-1491

Sat, Jan 3 • Mt. Holly Skiing - 13536 Dixie Hwy. Holly. Time: 10:30am. Skiing cost: $42. Lunch 1:00pm. Cost: Your Tab. Contact: Stan Sawicki, 586-808-3406, ssawicki@comcast.net

Thu, Jan 8 • GMSC Meeting - Champps, 301 W. Big Beaver, Troy. Time: 6:30pm, Cost: Your Tab. Contact: Greg Ronan, riverdanceiii@yahoo.com

Fri, Jan 30 • ROM: Peabody’s Restaurant - 34965 Woodward, Birmingham, Time: 6:30pm, Cost: Your Tab. Contact: Dennis, dennis4179@gmail.com, 248-318-1491

Feb 13-15 • Lake Ann Cross Country Skiing and Snowshoeing - 7770 N Reynolds Rd, Lake Ann, MI. Cost: $100 Members, $110 Non-members. Contact: Kay Sheere at ktmc1014@wowway.com

Beginning Bridge “Play & Learn”In this Beginning Bridge Class, the card table will be our blackboard. You will learn bridge by playing cards. A handout summarizing each lesson will be distributed at the end of each class – no note taking required.

The bridge course will be taught by certified teacher, Jane Hall. GM Club Member Lori Briscoe will host classes in the fall if there is enough interest. Cost is $12 for two hours, and will run from one to twelve weeks.

Contact: Lori Briscoe, 586-254-7167

John Zalewski organized a very successful outing to the Sands Bash. This annual event supports the Wigs 4 Kids charity and was held at the Barrister House in St. Clair Shores. Forty GMSC members and friends attended. It was a very worthwhile and enjoyable evening.

This is just one of many events we promote for the enjoyment of our members. Should you wish to plan a function or organize an outing for the club, please contact Dennis Dembiec or President Stan Sawicki.

Sands Bash

www.gmskiclub.orgMember of the Metropolitan Detroit Ski Council

www.mdscski.orgSupporting Member of the US Ski & Snowboard Hall of Fame

Coming Soon!ROM: Peabody’s Restaurant

Friday, January 30 • 6:30pm

Local Skiing Mt. Holly • Saturday, January 3 Pine Knob • Sunday, February 1

Lake Ann Cross-Country Skiing and Snowshoeing Weekend

February 13 – 15

Seasons Greetings!

General Meetings2nd Thursday of every month

Champps • 6:30pm301 W. Big Beaver, Troy (btwn I-75 & Livernois)

Lake Ann Cross-Country Skiing & Snowshoeing Trip

February 13-15 • Sleeping Bear Resort

Cost: $100 Members, $110 Non-members.

GET READY FOR A FUN FILLED WEEKEND!!!INCLUDES:

• Two nights lodging

• Two days breakfast and lunch

• Pot luck dinner Saturday

• Access to cross country trails & snowshoeing areas

Downhill skiing available at Crystal Mountain (Lift tickets at your cost)

Full payment due at signup. Make check payable to: GM Ski Club and Mail to: Kay Sheere, 11318 Jacqueline Drive, Sterling Heights, MI 48313.

CONTACT: Kay Sheere, 586-939-9817, ktmc1014@wowway.com