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Copies of the AFM Newsletter mailings just in case you've misplaced yours. August 29, 2007 *** Jon Grantham
After an outstanding band camp, the 2007 edition of the Amador Valley Marching Band and Colorguard is off and running. Please note that there is no band practice over Labor Day weekend and we do have our first football game early this year-Friday September 7. Details to follow in next week's newsletter. Hope the first few days of school find everyone getting out the door safely and happily.
*** Band Photo Date Changed
Jon Grantham
The band photo date has been changed to Friday, October 12. Individual photos start at 3:30 with the group shot in the stadium (yes, stadium) at 4:30 (we don't fit on the risers anymore!)
food pic Grubmaster looking for ideas in LA!
*** Sainaz Dana
With two events in LA this year, I will be looking for resaurants near the LA coliseum from which we can order/cater some of our meals.
Any suggestions from those who know the area?
*** Road Warriors Wanted!
Steve Ethier
As "Top-o-the-Heap, The Big Cheese, The Buck Stops Here, Big Diesel, Almighty Sir King" Head Road Warrior this year, I welcome one and all to join the Road Warrior crew for the 2007 Marching Band season. My recruitment of new Road Warriors during the freshmen parent meeting was very successful and I thank all of you who have signed up (including some husband and wife teams!). One can never have too many Road Warriors for a given season and I would be pleased to welcome anyone else who wants to join us. Keep in mind that you are not required to be a Road Warrior at every football game or marching competition, any help at any time is appreciated.
Road Warrior duties include, and are not limited to, loading/unloading band equipment from the trailer and/or moving truck(s), helping RAs, getting the pit and sound equipment onto/off of the football field.
I would also appreciate hearing from any veteran Road Warriors who are interested in participating once again.
Send me an email at slethier_908@yahoo.com if you want to join us or have questions.
*** Annual Fall BBQ & Potluck Coming Up!!
Kevin Braun
Saturday, September 8th - after the Band rehearsal (about 6pm)
Amador Band and Color Guard parents. It's time to dig out those favorite desserts and salads of yours to share in our annual Fall Barbeque and Potluck. All Band and Color Guard members along with their families are welcome. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided. Each family can bring something to share with your fellow Band and Color Guard parents.
Families with last names beginning with A-M: Desserts N-Z: Salads
A student run fundraiser, sponsored by the Student Band Council, will be selling water and sodas.
HELP!!! I am looking for a few more volunteers, just a few positions left:
- New this year. Someone who can tow the BBQ from Crown Chevrolet and back.
- We really need a cleanup crew after the event is over.
If you want to be part of this awesome Que Crew, contact Kevin Braun via e-mail kbraun@sbcglobal.net or phone 510.333.0616
See you there!!!
*** Tuesday Evening Snacks
Sainaz Dana
As is our custom, we would like to provide treats for the students on Tuesday nights following band practice.
Janice Maurer and Laurel Stjern will be coordinating the weekly donation of cupcakes, cookies, brownies, donuts, grapes, etc. If you would like to bring treats for the kids on any particular Tuesday night, please contact Janice Maurer at jmaurerca@aol.com.
We can always use donations of hot chocolate packets, hot cups, spoons, and napkins which can be dropped off in Mr Grantham's office or brought to my house at 1882 Cortez Court in Pleasanton.
*** Electricians and Fabricators Wanted!
Steve Ethier
The band's "man in the back with the screwdriver" graduated last year so we need one or more individuals who are willing to help the band with electrical and fabrication work when needed, usually when we figure out something is broken while loading equipment for a competition and occasionally during a competition. For example, there have been times where the trailer wiring on the rental truck is not functioning properly and we have done a quickie repair job on the truck before leaving Pleasanton. I would love to have a list of people I could call to help fix this type of problem if it were to occur. There are also times when we need to get things fabricated. For example we are currently in need of a person to do some fabrication work on one of the trailer's electrical junction boxes to cover some exposed wiring connectors.
Send me an email at slethier_908@yahoo.com if you are willing to help with this request.
*** ATTENTION STUDENTS-
Uniform Fittings
Kimberly Ansell
Due to the tremendous growth in the band program, additional uniforms have been ordered. Our trouser order is due to arrive this week which should allow for everyone to be fitted an issued bibber trousers. Affected students will be pulled out of band class individually.
Trousers will need to either be hemmed by hand at home or sent to a qualified seamstress or drycleaner for hemming. A list of qualified vendors is included with your contract and can be found on the website. Uniform pants are NEVER to be cut for ANY REASON!
Uniform contracts will need to be completed and returned to Mr. Grantham no later than the evening of final inspection (date TBD).
While we await shipment on the remainder of the order, students will be required to wear their bibber overalls, band T-shirt, black socks and marching shoes to all events.
A full band inspection will take place in October to confirm a complete and proper fitting uniform for each student. Please watch for a special announcement from Mr. Grantham as to that date and time.
Thank you for your patience.
Please contact Kimberly Ansell, Uniform Coordinator 2006-2007, at kimberlyansell@comcast.netor 925-484-2847 if you should have any questions.
Updated: August 29, 2007 |
