FUTURE EVENTS

2012 MEETINGS
 
FRIDAY, January 13
Panthers vs Pittsburg Penguins
BankAtlantic Center

February 14
Johnson & Wales

March 15
Biscayne Lady
Annual General Meeting

UPCOMING EVENTS

January 27-29, 2012
SIUSA Winter Board Meeting
Atlantis Casino Resort
Reno

April 12-15, 2012
NAASC 51st Congress
Bermuda




Birthdays in December

5 Bob Armon
5 Steven Eastep
7 Ramon Reyes
10 Clem Galindo
11 Ray Briels
12 Lupe Castillo
19 Jim Barreiro
  Tom McDonald
21 Robert Conser
27 Michael Weber

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

SKAL Pin Policy

Remember the new policy to wear your name badge and Skal pin to avoid giving a $5. contribution to the club.


If you need to replace your badge or pin, let Jerry Eastep know. Badges replacements are $10 and regular member pins are $5. Officer replacement pins are $10.


A confirmation of your order for a replacement pin or badge will be your, Get out of Jail Free card until your new badge or pin arrives.


REMINDER

If you have not already done so, you need to pay your dues by December 31st to take advantage of the $25 savings.

 


December 2011

 

Dear Fellow SKALleagues,

In the wonder of this holiday season may you find peace, in the beauty of this holiday season may you find hope, in the love of this holiday season may you find joy in your life. From all of your SKAL Board members let us love one another in spirit of peace and goodwill.The magic of the season never ends and its greatest of gifts are family and friends. We are all looking forward to an exciting New Year.

What a special evening our club had at the Doubletree Grand Hotel. Many thanks to Robert Lacle and his staff for putting on such a great event. The cocktail party with Hors d' oeuvres on the outside terrace made for a memorable evening.

Our silent auction went well with exciting venues for all our members to choose. Also welcome our newest member Fernando Flores.

Looking forward to welcoming the New Year and our club's first dinner in January 2012. Happiness, Good Health, Friendship, Long Life, SKAL

Best wishes and Skal!

The Twinning of SKAL Miami and SKAL Cancun

Vice President Lupe Castillo visited Skal Cancun on December 3 to present a letter from President Haley agreeing for the Twinning of the Miami & Cancun Skal Clubs. Pictured with Lupe are Luis de Potestad – New Cancun club President (L) and Jorge Medina – Mexico’s Skal National President.

Left:  Luis de Potesdad – New President
Middle: Mauricio Orozco –past President
Right: Jorge Medina – Mexico’s current Skal National President



Left to right: Carlos Trueba, Diego de la Pena, Marisa Steta, Omar Yuen,
Miriam Cortes and Luis de Potesta

SIUSA Winter Board Meeting • January 27-29, 2012


I hope all of you had a very Merry Christmas.

The information I am sending to each of you is regarding the SIUSA Winter Board meeting January 27-29, 2012 at the Atlantis Casino Resort in Reno. Toni Koster, Director of Sales and a fellow Skalleague has been able to secure the following room rates for any SIUSA member interested in attending this meeting. She is providing complimentary accommodations for the SIUSA Board. The rates are as follows:

Deluxe Tower - $70 per night plus $10 resort fee and 13%tax
Luxury Tower - $90 per night plus $10 resort fee and 13%tax
Concierge Tower - $140 per night plus $10 resort fee and 13%tax

The group code is SSIUSAW when making your reservation by calling 800.723.6500 to book. The cost for dinner on Saturday will be $40 pp.

Please let me know ASAP if you or anyone from your club will be attending this meeting.

I wish each of you a Happy and Prosperous New Year! Best and SKAL,

Martha McClintock,
Vice President, Region IV
SIUSA

Christmas Cheer at Miami Children's Hospital

Thank you for your contributions for Miami Children's Hospital. Miami SKALeagues present SKAL Christmas gift. Top row: Bob Burke; Joanne Lyons, Miami Children's represent-ative; Dr. Homer Marlowe, Lupe Castillo and David Ross.

SKALeagues Bob Burke and Jim Barreiro are pictured with Miss South Florida during Christmas gift presentation at Miami Children's Hospital, Dec. 22.

2012 Election Notice

As stipulated under Article 20: ELECTIONS of the Skal International Miami Statutes (by-laws) this is notice that all Active & Life members may run for any elected office on the Board, if you have been a member in good standing for at least one year. Retired members may also serve as auditor or other committees approved by the Board.

Note all members wishing to serve should be prepared to devote the time necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the position desired.

Officer positions are: President, Vice President, Secretary, Treasurer
Committee Chairs: Development/Communications Officer, SIUSA Representative, Public Relations, Publicity and Sponsorship, Programs Meeting Venues and Events, Florimond Volckaert Fund, Airlines, Cruise Lines, Ground Transport, Hotel, Travel Insurance, Restaurants, Sergeant at Arms and Auditor.

The term is one year for all offices except SIUSA Representative and Auditor which are two years.  The term begins April 1, 2012. For more info please go to: www.skalmiami.com   click: By-Laws     click: Miami Statutes (By-Laws)

Here you will find the position descriptions of what the jobs responsibilities are, as well as everything governing the club.

If interested please send an e-mail to skalmaimi@yahoo.com.

DEADLINE for your E-Mail of interest is: January 31, 2011 at 6:00 P.M.
Merely state in your E-Mail what position you want to run for and a line or two describing your qualifications. 

All nominees will be sent to the membership committee for inclusion on the 2012 ballot. The actual voting will be done at the annual general meeting in March 2012 and the installation will take place at the April Gala dinner.
 
Participation in making your club a better one is a rewarding experience for those willing to serve.  

January Dinner Meeting with the Florida Panthers

Location: BankAtlantic Center, 2555 NW 136th Ave, Sunrise, FL 33323
Main Office: 954.835.7000

WHEN: Friday, January 13 in VIP Corporate Club
Reception:
6:00 pm with hors d'oeuvres and cocktails
Face Off: 7:00 pm

Details to follow in e-vite.

Special thanks to fellow Skaleague Alfredo Gonzalez, Ft. Lauderdale  Visitor & Convention Bureau for his efforts and contribution.

Pre-Paid Meeting includes beer, wines and soft drinks.

Dress: Business

Send your check or credit card authorization to Jerry Eastep:

Executive Secretary/Treasurer skalmiami@yahoo.com

Skal International Miami, 1881 N University Dr., Suite 205
Coral Springs, FL 33071

PH: 305-207-SKAL (7525) Fax: 786-924-9609

Your payment is your reservation!

Around the Room at Doubletree Grand Holiday Meeting click for more Photos