Hoot N’ Holler November 2013
2013 Board Members
Letter from the President
Secretary: Nichole Navarro Parliamentarian: Paige Marg Treasurer: Nicole Bridge GENERAL Membership: Sarah Philpott Social: Tina Boets Publicity: Marissa-Ellen Patterson Newsletter Editor: Rachel Grissop Historian: Olivia Kleczko Ways and Means: Janine Nabity Scholarships: Jessica Lee THRIFT SHOP MANAGER Charlette Watson ADVISOR Martine Morris
Inside this issue: October Event Photos
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Upcoming Events Quick Peek
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Welfare Requests Granted
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More October Event Photos 3
Scholarship Information
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Holiday Party Information
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Social Butterflies
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Volunteer All Call
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Thrift Shop Hours
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Milestones
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Upcoming Events
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Volunteer Opportunities
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Volunteer Recognition
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Quarter Mania
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2014 Executive Board
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Bunco
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Event Calendar: November 13 Event Calendar: December 14 RESA Swag
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Dear Members, Having lived at seven bases within the states and abroad, the customs, the language, and even the weather have varied. One constant has always remained: being in the company of those men and women who always gave more than they asked for, who always came when called. To have served as President for two terms of such a group of individuals here in Germany, has been tremendous. I am honored and humbled by the faith you entrusted in me. Yet I, too, have had faith in all of you. Faith that we would endeavor to reach out to those spouses who are not here. Faith that at the end of our time here, each one of us would feel a tie to this community because we have worked to make
it a better place for all who have called it home. There is so much we have accomplished together. I have had the opportunity to work with 21 different Board Members during the past two years. I greatly appreciate the effort and dedication that every member has put forth. Additionally, to the 2013 Board – Thank you for all your hard work and devotion to RESA this past year. Together we have accomplished so much and have touched so many lives. To the 2014 Board – We are giving you an organization with a substantial foundation, yet it has so much potential to become even greater! I wish you all a prosperous year! My time here has been filled with great memories everything from
Athena
the
Athena went on vacation in October. Can you guess where she’s been?
volunteering at our Thrift Shop, squeezing lemons, to attending meetings, dinners, parties and shopping trips. For me, RESA has been a rewarding experience. I’ve made so many friends and learned so much. I believe that Harriet Naylor best captured the heart of every volunteer when she wrote “Volunteering can be an exciting, growing, enjoyable experience. It is truly gratifying to serve a cause, practice one’s ideals, work with people, solve problems, see benefits, and know one had a hand in them”. Thank you, everyone! I have thoroughly enjoyed representing the Ramstein Enlisted Spouses’ Association as your President! Sincerely, Eva
Owlet
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Vice President: TBD
Pumpkins!!!
President: Eva Culbreth
Where’s Athena?
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UPCOMING EVENTS QUICK PEEK SOCIAL November 14th Ramstein Officer’s Club MEET AND GREET November 15th KMCC BUNCO November 13th KMCC THRIFT SHOP NIGHT CREW Tuesdays
WELFARE REQUESTS GRANTED USO Downrange Support Landstuhl Fisher House KHS Girls’ Soccer Team Boy Scout Troop 166 TOTAL OCTOBER CONTRIBUTIONS: $5,250
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2014 Scholarship Update Applications will be available online in December for submittal in February 2014. The Scholarship Committee with collect applications at the High Schools and at the Officer’s Club. Look for more information regarding requirements in future Hoot N Holler editions. Contact: resa.scholarships@gmail.com.
A Night in Monte Carlo It’s that time of year again. Time to plan out your holiday calendar. This is your reminder to save the date for the 2014 Annual RESA Membership Holiday Party on December 6th at 1800, Krossis Restaurant in Schopp. Schopp All current members in good standing with 3 consecutive months of paid dues will be
receiving their invitations at the November Social. If you have questions or concerns about your membership, contact resa.membership @gmail.com. RESA members are free, guests will pay $20 each. Child care is not provided. Contact resa.social@live.com for more information.
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RESA THRIFT SHOP Hours of Operation: Mondays: 0900-1400 Wednesdays: 1400-1900 Fridays: 0900-1400 3rd Saturday of the Month: 0900-1400 *Closed Federal Holidays THRIFT SHOP NIGHT CREW
Social
Butter flies
Lunch Bunch Join Tiffany Ream and ‘The Ladies who lunch’ for a lovely afternoon of conversation and food. Where: TBD When: December 3, 12.00 Children are welcome, however, childcare is not provided.
Tuesdays: 1900-2200
Supper Club Join Tiffany Ream and ‘The Ladies Saucy Suppers’ for a swell evening of conversation and food. Where: Tamarillo, Pirmasenser Strasse 59, Kaiserslautern When: November 20, 18.30
The RESA Thrift Shop is always
Please make arrangements for childcare.
in need of volunteers
Coffee Klatch Join Tiffany Ream and ‘The Caffeine Junkies’ for a cozy morning of conversation and cakes.
MILESTONES
Where: Café Schmidt, Bruchmühlbach
BIRTHDAYS Tara Brooking ......................... Nov 8 Meredith Van Meeteren ..... Nov 15 Karissa Grimm ....................... Nov 16 Martine Morris ...................... Nov 16 Carrie Bettencourt................ Nov 21 Jay Tarectecan ...................... Nov 26
When: November 19, 09.30 Children are welcome, however, childcare is not provided.
ANNIVERSARIES April and Ed Bowyer .............. Nov 9 Paige and Charlie Marg ...... Nov 17 NEW MEMBERS Karissa Grimm
Calling All Members! We want RESA members looking to become more involved in the Ramstein and Kaiserslautern communities. If you are interested in serving on our General Board, Board please contact Paige at resa.parliamentarian@live.com. Nominations will be accepted via email.
Literary Ladies Join Sarah Philpott discussing the finer points of What Alice Forgot by Liane Moriarty over a Pot Luck style dining experience in 2014. Further notices will be sent out via Facebook and email when a date has been set.
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Upcoming Events
Upcoming Volunteer Opportunities We here at RESA have always valued our volunteers. Aside from the regular weekly, monthly, and quarterly events noted in the calendar, we would love to hear from our membership of any local organizations or events in which RESA can participate. Feel free to speak with any member of the board at the next social or send an email to Paige Marg at resa.parliamentarian@live.com for further discussion. Opportunities: RESA Volunteer Opportunities RESA Thrift Shop: Anytime during business hours, every Tues evening 7pm-10pm Meet and Greet: November 15, KMCC, 1000-1200 Cart Return: November 15, Ramstein Commissary, All Day Thanksgiving Ice Cream Bar: November 28, Rheinland Inn Dining Facility, All Day Deployed Family Event: December 19, Kapaun DFAC, 1700-1900 Sweet Treats: December
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THRIFT SHOP VOLUNTEERS Fatima Avila Tiffany Ream Olivia Kleczko Meredith Van Meeteren Janine Nabity Tina Boets Nicole Bridge Alex Culbreth Jana Bennette Soila Hoover Eva Culbreth DEPLOYED FAMILIES EVENT Fatima Avila Martine Morris
Earrings and Bracelet, Matching Set. Courtesy of: Angela Flowers Afrocentric Appeal
Baby girl gift set with bloomers, tights, headband, and mini blanket. Courtesy of: Amy Regal, Emmasbowtique.
Handmade Bean Bag Bear with removable ribbon accent. Courtesy of: Hand Made by Stephanie
Unique handmade puzzle with natural colors.
AIRMAN’S QUARTERLY BIRTHDAY DINNER Tiffany Ream Eva Culbreth Sarah Philpott Olivia Kleczko Andrea Roberts Nichole Navarro Fatima Avila OPERATION LIFT OUR TROOPS’ SPIRITS Tiffany Ream Rachel Grissop Soila Hoover Marissa-Ellen Patterson Nichole Navarro Kara Schopperle Amy Teeter Eva Culbreth Nicole Bridge Janine Nabity Olivia Kleczko Victoria Duly Tami Holenbeck Amber Aton Kayla Cheatem Andrea Roberts Marissa Mordente Lara Lueck Rachel Reilly Amy Smith Katja Woodburn
Courtesy of: Elke Alexander Kokopelli
Set of 4 embellished headbands. Courtesy of: Delightful Embellishments
Unique handmade puzzle with natural colors. Courtesy of: Elke Alexander Kokopelli
Tassimo Coffee Maker with Milka Hot Chocolate and Milka Chocolate Chip Cookies. Courtesy of: RESA Ways and Means.
2 Pom pom hair clips, 3 hair flower clips. Courtesy of: Caitlin Dawn KT Bugs Bowtique
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Assortment of Belgian Coffee and Chocolates. Courtesy of Martine Morris.
Thanksgiving Table Accessories. Courtesy of RESA.
Courtesy of April Bowyer
Assortment of Belgian Beers. Courtesy of Martine Morris.
Stampin’ Up Products, DIY Projects Book, Yankee Candle. Retail Value: $55. Courtesy of Nikki Carter.
Vera Bradley Wallet and matching coin purse with Bath and Body Works soaps. Courtesy of Kara Schopperle
Date Night - Two Movie Tickets with Popcorn and Soda, Candy and Babysitting Coupon. Courtesy of Eva Culbreth
Macaroni Grill Gift Card, Dessert in a Bottle and Owl Table Accessories. Retail Value: $40. Courtesy of Alex Culbreth
Hand Crafted Holiday Stocking Holder. Retail Value: $30. Courtesy of Oh My Glitz by Nichole
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Classic Pedicure Gift Certificate. Retail Value: $30. Courtesy of The Spa KMCC.
“Love You” Picture. Retail Value: $125. Courtesy of Alphabet Photography.
Filthy Farmgirl Soaps. Retail Value: $35. Courtesy of Amy Teeter. 15 Liter Hungarian Pickling Jar (Extra Large), Retail Value: $60 Courtesy of European Vintage Chic
Vera Bradley Handbag and Owl Earrings. Retail Value $:60. Courtesy of Eva Culbreth.
Fossil Rhinestone Owl Necklace and Earring Set. Retail Value: $60. Courtesy of Olivia Klezco.
Photography Gift Certificate. Retail Value: $170. Courtesy of Carrie Hall Photography.
Dooney & Bourke Handbag. Retail Vailue: $65. Courtesy of the RESA Thrift Shop.
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Set of 2 Small Longaberger Easter Baskets with plastic liners and fitted fabric liners. Courtesy of: Janine Nabity
Small Longaberger Basket with plastic liner, 4-way wooden divider, holiday napkins, and utensils. Courtesy of: Janine Nabity
Longaberger Bread Basket with plastic liner and red fitted fabric liner. Courtesy of: Janine Nabity
Hand beaded earrings with niobium wire posts. Courtesy of Sher Dietrick Bead Medicine
Handmade tutu with tulle, ribbon, and lace. Courtesy of:
Small Longeberger Basket with plastic liner and holiday napkins. Courtesy of: Janine Nabity
Home Made Halloween Colors Tutu Courtesy of:
Hand-knit circular scarf, and a vase with flowers. Winners may choose a color of their choice. Total of 6 Vase/Scarf prizes. Courtesy of: Janine Nabity.
Hand Made Growth Chart. Courtesy of: Michelle Seagren ReDesign by Michelle
Mustache Pilsner Glass and Jar. Courtesy of: Personalized Camouflage Purse Courtesy of:
Inspirational Wood Sign. Courtesy of: Lone Peach Lonepeachinc.
3 Tiered Wicker Basket Stand with Hand Crocheted Dishtowel. Courtesy of: Linda McHone and Janine Nabity, A Touch of Crochet
Wine Basket with 6 Crystal Glasses and a bottle of Donatello red wine. Courtesy of: Linda Mandrell
Holiday Baking Goodie Basket with 3 cookie mix bags, 3 cookie icing packets, 2 containers of sprinkles, cookie cutters, pretzel sticks, and 4 candy melt bags. Retail Valued: $50. Courtesy of: Jerrille Tarectecan
Unique handmade puzzle with natural colors. Courtesy of: Elke Alexander Kokopelli
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2 Handmade reversible bibs and designer fabric travel wipe container. Courtesy of: Irene Hanss, The Bib Boutique.
Courtesy of Sarah Philpott.
Lantern, Decorative Owl, and Candle.
Chocolate Chili Liquor. Courtesy of: Mischler and Raudonat Brennerei (The Schnapps House)
1.5 Liter Big Chouffe Beer with Glasses. Retail Value: €25. Courtesy of Rachel Grissop.
One hour Dog Training Session. Courtesy of Brittnie Gifford.
Antique Wooden Pitcher. Retail Value $80. Courtesy of our Sister Organization, the Ramstein Officers' Spouses Club.
1 dozen specialty assorted cupcakes, 6 assorted cake pops, 1 Body by Vi - Everything you need to start loaf of banana nut bread & 2 lbs of fudge. includes Wilton cupcake stand & a cupcake tea towel. Home Made by achieving your weight loss goal! Retail Vaue: $270. Cupcake Wives. Retail Value: Over $70. Courtesy of Nicole Bridge. Courtesy of Chloe Ullman.
Current and Plum Schnapps. Courtesy of: Mischler and Raudonat Brennerei (The Schnapps House)
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Hand-knit circular scarf, and a vase with flowers. Winners may choose a color of their choice. Total of 6 Vase/Scarf prizes. Courtesy of: Janine Nabity.
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Unique handmade puzzle with natural colors. Courtesy of: Elke Alexander Kokopelli Wicker sleigh holiday décor with treats. Courtesy of: Janine Nabity
The
2014
RESA
Executive
Board
RESA congratulates the new 2014 Executive Board!
Nicole Bridge
Tiffany Ream
President
Vice President
INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? Contact Paige Marg at resa.parliamentarian@live.com to find out more about our volunteer opportunities!
Future Socials Dec 6
Holiday Party
Meredith Van Meeteren Secretary
Tina Boets
Olivia Klezcko
Welfare Treasurer
General Treasurer
Bunco Bunco has been such a wonderful success that it is now being held at the KMCC meeting rooms off of the food court (by the children’s play area). It will be a potluck, with beverages to be purchased from the Food Court Vendors. If you are interested in joining the Bunco Ladies, contact Tiffany Ream to reserve your spot: tiffany.r.ream@gmail.com. Future Dates: December 11.
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Rheinland Inn Ice Cream Bar All Day *All events may not be represented - refer to the website for current event information. All dates are subject to change.
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RESA Swag
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Members interested in advertising their home businesses or other items are welcome to do so at the Social or in the RESA Hoot N Holler for a nominal fee. Please contact Ways and Means’ J a n i n e N a b i t y a t resa.ways.means@gmail.com or the Newsletter Editor, Rachel L Grissop, at resa.grapevine@live.com for details.
86th SVS/SVYR Unit 3240 Box 535 RESA Box 63 APO AE 09094 www.resa-rab.com President: resa.president@live.com Social Chair: resa.social@live.com Membership Chair: resa.membership@gmail.com
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RESA logo shirts are here. Both short and long sleeve shirts in sizes M 2XL. Short sleeve: $16, long sleeve: $20. Contact Janine Nabity at resa.ways.means@gmail. com for further information
Contact Information Ramstein Enlisted Spouses’ Association
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