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Members are encouraged to post all planned meetings/luncheons here on the website. It could be a great place for members to learn about any such gatherings in their area so that they can visit and share notes with former co-workers and, hopefully, with those who are still in the "trenches." Your input is earnestly solicited.

Jim


FAA Luncheon -- Freemont, California

Hi everyone, it's time again for another FAA Retiree and Friends Luncheon. Thursday, February 4, 2010, 12:00 noon, at Spin-a-Yarn restaurant, 45915 Warm Springs Blvd, Fremont. The last luncheon was Feb 26th and was a great success, we had 26 folks that attended. And hopefully it will continue this time. In addition, I would like to dedicate this luncheon to a fellow controller, and raise a glass to Homer Johnson. Please RSVP to: robertanolin@comcast.net

Bob Anolin #37902


DETROIT METRO/SOAP REUNION

This is a reminder to mark your calendar for the best Detroit Metro/SOAP Mini Reunion. The dates are March 19, 20 and 21, 2010 and will be held again in Orlando, Florida.

The event this year will be at the Ramada Inn, located at 6500 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819. Note that this is not the Ramada we have stayed at in past years. It is within walking distance of shops, restaurants, attractions, etc. All rooms overlook the lake that is part of the Wet and Wild Water Park . All rooms have two queen size beds, small refrigerator, microwave, free wireless internet and a safe. An above average continental breakfast is included, which will eliminate some of the problems we previously had for getting anything but a breakfast buffet at the old Ramada. The rate at the previous Ramada was $59.95 + a $5.00 Resort Fee, for a total of $64.95. The Sales Director at the new Ramada, gave us a flat rate of $65.00, even though the dates we requested are during spring break time. Most of the folks this year wanted the date closer to the end of March, and the dates listed above were the best we could do without getting closer to Easter and at a much higher rate.

It is now time to begin making reservations, - the deadline for getting our rate is 2/15/2010. The reservations are in the name of "Detroit Metro-SOAP group" and the telephone number is 407-345-5340 or 800-458-6744. If you have any difficulty, ask for Margie or Cary. We would appreciate it if you would advise us when you make reservations so we may keep a record on who is planning to attend. Our home phone number is 928-252-3546 and email is trjones8726@yahoo.com

There seems to be additional interest this year and we are again looking forward to another great get-together.
 


Ninth Annual Florida FAA Retirees Luncheon
will be held on 2/3/2010

The ninth annual Florida FAA retirees luncheon will be held on Wednesday February 3, 2010 at Benvenuto's, 1730 North Federal Highway (US1), Boynton Beach. A map is available at their web site, www.benvenutorestaurant.com. Cocktails begin at 11:30 with lunch being served at noon. This is the same location where we had the luncheon in 2004, 2007 and 2008.

As you enter Benvenuto's, you will be handed a complimentary Mimosa. Each table will have smoked salmon and dill spread with Benvenuto's famous onion rolls. Lunch will start off with a salad of organic mixed greens, gorgonzola, Granny Smith apples, and toasted spiced pecans. You will have a choice of three entrees: 1) Oven roasted chicken breast Picatta, 2) 6 oz. Sirloin Steak or 3) Seared Atlantic salmon with Chinese five-spice and Asian vegetables. For dessert, you will have a choice of Bananas Foster with almond macaroon or Key Lime Pie with coconut and toasted macadamia nut, accompanied by your choice of freshly brewed Columbian coffee, decaffeinated coffee or selected "Numi" organic tea.

The price will be the same as in 2008, $26.00 per person. Send checks to me at 10605 Tropical Breeze Lane, Boynton Beach, FL 33437-4270 by December 15 so we can be assured that we have the right size room. Also send me you me your meal choices.

Pictures of previous luncheons can be seen at the following SOAP web site:
http://www.airwaypioneers.com/fl2009.htm

Let's make this the best luncheon ever and come prepared to tell a short story about one of your memorable FAA experiences.

Warren Lichtenberg


FAA Retirees Association Luncheon
Bring Your Loved Ones to this Special Event

It's that time again! Mary your calendars for the next FAA Retirees Association luncheon. Join your fellow retirees on Wednesday, January 13, 2010, at the Proud Bird in Los Angeles.

What: FAA Retirees Association Luncheon
Where: The Proud Bird, 11022 Aviation Blvd.
When: Wednesday January 13, 2010
Time: 11:30 am to 1 pm

FAA First Federal Credit Union will sponsor this special sit-down
luncheon at The Proud Bird. That means *THIS LUNCHEON IS FREE* to you
and your guest.

Seating is limited so please RSVP by Friday, January 1, to
jclancy@faafirst.org  or register online
http://memberservices.faafirst.org/em/s=1&a=ABFAC1B8676B4CE096FF1F1AAD0B7500&b=7AF3B4

http://memberservices.faafirst.org/em/s=1&a=ABFAC1B8676B4CE096FF1F1AAD0B7500&b=7AF3B4

If you're emailing, please include your name and the number of guests
you will be bringing. I look forward to seeing you there.

Sincerely,

John G. Clancy
Chair, FAA Retiree Luncheon


Portland Tower/TRACON

The Air Traffic retirees of Portland Tower/TRACON (PDX) cordially invite former friends and colleagues to attend their quarterly luncheons which will be held on the first Tuesday of each quarter at 11:30. Site of the luncheon is the Old Spaghetti Factory, 12725 SE 93rd Ave. in Clackamas, Oregon. The restaurant is adjacent to the Clackamas Town Center off Interstate 205. Contact for the retiree group is John Coppinger at johnncam@comcast.net


Antelope Valley FAAers Luncheon

The Antelope Valley FAAers luncheon is held on the third Tuesday of every third month (March, June, September and December) at Foxy's Landing, William J. Fox Airfield, Terminal Building, 4555 West Avenue G, Lancaster, CA 93536. at 11:30. It's a good opportunity to catch up with long-time friends and to make new acquaintances.

For further information I can be reached at 661-945-5430 or email me at patfaux@verizon.net.  Menu items are mostly under $10 and you can get beer and wine there.

Pat Faux


Rockville, Maryland Area Luncheons
Submitted by Ken Cohen, Member #3501

Luncheons are being held in the Rockville Maryland and surrounding areas on an irregular, but nearly bimonthly basis by a small group of former Headquarters employees, mostly with engineering background. However all local FAA'ers are welcome to get on my notification email list. We vary the restaurant chosen each time to experience a variety of cuisines. Email me if you are interested at kennethcohen@comcast.net. We also have taken group trips to visit sites of interest, such as the fairly new FAA System Command Center in Herndon (formerly Flow Control), the Potomac Tracon, the Udhar-Hazy Smithsonian aviation museum and the Leesburg ARTCC, etc. Most recently we had a luncheon speaker, Mr. John Tippets, talk about his father, Joe Tippets, who was an Associate Administrator in the late 60's. So come join us!


Meetings in the Lower Rio Grande Valley

Echo Hotel Dining Room 1903 S. Closner Blvd., Edinburg, TX.
The Third Thursday of Each Month, October through April
at 9:00 AM
Contact: Phil Coulter (956) 783-9754
or
coulter826@aol.com

Spouses or Guests Welcome


Seattle Area Lunch / BS 

Dates are: 3rd Thursday in June & the 2nd Thursday in December. War stories at 11am and Lunch at 12:30 At the old Fireside Inn location (currently JJ’s Bar & Grill 23826 Pacific Highway South) 

**Try to e-mail Brucelaura@msn.com or call (253 874-9792) Bruce at least 4 days prior to a luncheon date for a head count** 


Detroit Metro Mature Controllers Group 
submitted by Rick Dawson #3535

The Detroit Metro, Mature Controllers Group meet for breakfast on the third Friday of each month. We meet at 9:00 am at Jonathan’s Family Restaurant, 40345 Michigan Ave, Canton, MI. All Society Members are welcome. For more information contact Rick Dawson, 734-697-1774 or radawson@comcast.net


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