July was another tremendous
meeting. We had 26 members who brought in 14 models and a very educational
clinic on groundwork.
July
Meeting
BUILDING
GROUNDWORK CLINIC: Everything looks better with a nice base.
If you’ve always wondered how to make some impressive looking groundwork, I
hope you took some notes when Jimmy Tissot and Joe Bergman told the group how
they get it done. A very educational clinic. Thanks gentlemen.
BBQ NIGHT PART II: It was a bit hot to be out grilling again so Vinny boiled up
some dogs. Perfect summertime vittles. Thanks Master Chef!
SWAP NIGHT: Kits were swapped or sold. ‘Murica!
RAFFLE: We had a monthly raffle with an assortment of items. We had
something for everyone’s tastes.
TROOP SUPPORT: With Hugh going into retirement Jimmy Tissot volunteered to
take over the role as Wounded Warrior Project liaison. He’s gotten reports
regarding what models and supplies would be most useful. As always, donations
of any models and supplies are welcome. Jimmy mentioned in passing the cost to
ship models to Texas,
so we collected a couple dollars for a little relief for him which Jeff
presented at the last meeting. In addition, Jimmy was hoping to find some more
support amongst the group for a raffle to benefit the troops. The idea would be
to have a raffle in October of items donated by members and tickets would be $2
each. If donations are numerous enough, we might break it up into TWO raffles.
We’ll see. Don Illjes also found out more about a Wounded Warrior outpost at Fort Hamilton.
More details to come.
PHOTO ROSTER: Hugh can
provide the files and write up the process I use in PowerPoint and PhotoManager
to put the pages together. Can anyone take this job over? Contact Bobby or Jeff
at the meeting.
QUARTERLY CONTEST: Time flies. We’re
already up to the third installment of the BPMS Annual Contest. You have
another opportunity to rack up votes. If you built something new for the TV
Awards Theme Contest, you’re encouraged to bring it back for the annual
contest. Also be sure to fill out all your proper paperwork. Without a contest
form, your model will not be entered into the contest.
PIZZA NIGHT: Possibly the favorite
club activity…
Bring yourself and your appetite and make sure you’re up to date with your dues
in order to partake in the annual BPMS Feast of August. We just ask that you
bring no guests, thank you.
August meeting:
AUGUST 16, 2012
Same time
Same place!