September 2023 - Unit559board

October Bridge News Column
by Morris Jones 29 Sep '23

29 Sep '23

Please review for corrections and omissions! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Pasadena San Gabriel Unit Two great Unit Games last month: Sunday Sept. 3 we had 10-1/2 tables, winners each way: * N/S: Joan Mesias, Jeanette Deverian * E/W: Richard Parker, Caryn Mason Congratulations to Richard and Caryn on their big win from the C flight, over a strong field! On Sunday Sept. 17 we had 7 tables, winners each way: * N/S: Lisa Walker, Roy Wilson * E/W: Amr Elghamry, Dominique Moore The October Unit Games are shifted by a week because of a conflict with the North American Pairs District Final, being held on October 1. Plan to play on Sunday, *October 8 and 22* at 12:30 PM. The Oct. 8 game will be at the Pasadena Bridge Club, and the Oct. 22 game at the Arcadia Bridge Center. As always, reservations are strongly advised! Contact Miriam Harrington at (626) 232-0558 or miratpf(a)aol.com to reserve your seat. At every unit game we make an effort to balance the field between N-S and E-W, but it becomes increasingly difficult to do so! At one game a few weeks ago I went into the session expecting six Flight A teams needing a N/S seat, and only one willing to play E/W. Fortunately I had two additional Flight A pairs arrive willing to play E/W that helped out the game a little bit. Please, if you're able to move from table to table, consider playing E/W more often. I'll continue to make an effort to have the stratification more or less equivalent in each direction. Congratulations to our members climbing the ACBL ranks: * New Club Masters: Robert Jennings, Charlotte Reith * New Sectional Master: Patricia Luehrs * New NABC Master: Nina Huang * New Bronze Life Master: Parsad Upasani * New Silver Life Master: Sadika Elewy -- build message Morris "Mojo" Jones mojo(a)PasadenaBridgeClub.com https://PasadenaBridgeClub.com <https://pasadenabridgeclub.com> Pasadena Bridge Club <https://pasadenabridgeclub.com>

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Re: Corrected Minutes
by K. A. Cresto 21 Sep '23

21 Sep '23

I see the confusion. However, it has been advertised as the 'Holiday' Party. The flyer is in process. Let me know if there is a change. On September 21, 2023, at 12:14 PM, Linda Stuart <geohnze(a)gmail.com> wrote: Lisa had referred to it as the Christmas Party in her agenda. On Thu, Sep 21, 2023 at 11:56 AM Katherine Cresto <mysuki(a)att.net> wrote: Yes, the name of the party is Holiday, not, Christmas. On Wednesday, September 20, 2023 at 04:02:57 PM PDT, Angela Peters <angela.peters48(a)gmail.com> wrote: I agree with name change but I think Michael came midway through the meeting when we were discussing the financial report. Angela Sent from my iPhone On Sep 20, 2023, at 3:02 PM, Sherry Hansen <hansen.sherry(a)gmail.com> wrote: Yes, of course. Thanks for catching that, Richard. On Wed, Sep 20, 2023, 2:32 PM Linda Stuart <geohnze(a)gmail.com> wrote: Richard suggested a couple of changes; Michael came in toward the end of the meeting, and calling the party Holiday rather than Christmas. Thanks Richard _______________________________________________ Unit559board mailing list -- unit559board(a)bridgemojo.com To unsubscribe send an email to unit559board-leave(a)bridgemojo.com _______________________________________________ Unit559board mailing list -- unit559board(a)bridgemojo.com To unsubscribe send an email to unit559board-leave(a)bridgemojo.com _______________________________________________ Unit559board mailing list -- unit559board(a)bridgemojo.com To unsubscribe send an email to unit559board-leave(a)bridgemojo.com _______________________________________________ Unit559board mailing list -- unit559board(a)bridgemojo.com To unsubscribe send an email to unit559board-leave(a)bridgemojo.com

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Corrected Minutes
by Linda Stuart 21 Sep '23

21 Sep '23

Richard suggested a couple of changes; Michael came in toward the end of the meeting, and calling the party Holiday rather than Christmas. Thanks Richard

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Minutes
by Linda Stuart 20 Sep '23

20 Sep '23

Please find attached the September 11, 2023 Minutes for your review. Thanks, Linda

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Unit 559 Board
by Lisa Walker 17 Sep '23

17 Sep '23

Mike, I received a phone call tonight from Michael Rodriques about the Treasurer position. I am disturbed that you did not come directly to me today, as I was at the Arcadia club all afternoon. When I presented Miriam’s wish to step down from the Board and the Treasurer position, I also told them you would be willing to do that job. The Board decided that if a current Board member would be willing to do it, it would be more expeditious to have them do it. So Michael graciously offered to do it. You are not on the Board and Treasurer is a Board position. You are certainly welcome to run for the Board next March when we elect new members and new officers. Until then Michael R. will be doing the job and if you have any issues with this, you can take them up with me. The Board voted on this unanimously and they are the governing body of Unit 559, and. as such, have the authority to make this call. Lisa Walker

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Re: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering
by Lisa Walker 17 Sep '23

17 Sep '23

Cardholder Name: Lisa A Walker Phone 818-321-1789 Email: lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawalkerlac@gmail.com> Address 4193 Woodleigh Lane La Canada, CA 91011 Address for the Party Arcadia Community Center 65 Campus Drive Arcadia, CA 91007 Sunday December 10, 2023 Arrive at 11 AM — Party starts at 12 PM. There is an onsite kitchen you can use to cook and the serving will be in the dining room. This is a bridge game so the game will start at 1 PM promptly and all serving will be complete at this time. Current guest count is 75 people. Total cost it $1216.00. I will be making the $200 deposit. I am leaving for vacation tomorrow Monday until October 11 so would appreciate getting this tomorrow or will be delayed paying deposit until October 11. Lisa Walker > On Sep 16, 2023, at 8:52 PM, info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> wrote: > > Perfect please if you can let us know the information below so that we can send you the invoice for $200 deposit we would greatly appreciate it. As well as for any cancellations we will need to know at least 7 days before your event for the deposit to be refundable or usable for any other event. After which the deposit will not be refundable or usable for any other event. Also please let us know the final guest count at least 7 days before your event. > Thank you > > Card Holders Full name > Card Holders Phone number > Email(This is where the invoice will go, please provide the best email to send the invoice to. ) > Card Holders Billing address > > From: Lisa Walker <lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com> > Sent: Saturday, September 16, 2023 7:31 PM > To: info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> > Subject: Re: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering > > I am booking. All is correct. How can I pay deposit? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On Sep 16, 2023, at 5:09 PM, info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> wrote: >> >> >> Perfect below is your full quote please confirm that everything is correct and okay with you and that you would like to book our services so that we can let you know about the deposit. >> Thank you >> >> First and Last Name: Lisa Walker >> Email: lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawalkerlac@gmail.com> >> Phone Number: 818-321-1789 >> Select Event Day and Time: December 10, 2023 be there by 11am to cook on your location and serve at 12pm and end at 2pm >> Address: Arcadia Community Center >> City: Arcadia >> Zip/Postal: 91101 >> Events: Christmas Party >> Total Guest: 75 >> Taco Options : These options come with your package at no extra charge:: Chicken, Al Pastor, Veggies, Asada >> sides: red and green salsa chopped onions, chopped cilantro, grilled onions, grilled jalapenos, and limes >> Utensils: plates napkins and forks >> Special of the month >> Mexican red rice-free >> pot beans free >> quesadillas free >> guacamole salsa free >> Premium Condiments & Sides: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce ( $2 extra per guest ), Pico de Gallo Dip ( $1 extra per guest ), House Made Tortilla Chips ( $1 extra per guest ), Made On Site Guacamole ($2) >> Taco Shells: Corn ( Included ) >> Payment Options: Debit or Credit >> The total cost will be of $1,216 >> From: Lisawalker <lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com> >> Sent: Saturday, September 16, 2023 5:07 PM >> To: info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> >> Subject: Re: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering >> >> I want to book your services but am lowering the head count to 75. Please give me a new estimate. >> >> Thanks! >> >> Sent from my iPad >> >>> On Sep 16, 2023, at 4:28 PM, info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> wrote: >>> >>> Perfect below is your full quote please confirm that everything is correct and okay with you and that you would like to book our services so that we can let you know about the deposit. >>> Thank you >>> >>> First and Last Name: Lisa Walker >>> Email: lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawalkerlac@gmail.com> >>> Phone Number: 818-321-1789 >>> Select Event Day and Time: December 10, 2023 be there by 11am to cook on your location and serve at 12pm and end at 2pm >>> Address: Arcadia Community Center >>> City: Arcadia >>> Zip/Postal: 91101 >>> Events: Christmas Party >>> Total Guest: 100 >>> Taco Options : These options come with your package at no extra charge:: Chicken, Al Pastor, Veggies, Asada >>> sides: red and green salsa chopped onions, chopped cilantro, grilled onions, grilled jalapenos, and limes >>> Utensils: plates napkins and forks >>> Special of the month >>> Mexican red rice-free >>> pot beans free >>> quesadillas free >>> guacamole salsa free >>> Premium Condiments & Sides: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce ( $2 extra per guest ), Pico de Gallo Dip ( $1 extra per guest ), House Made Tortilla Chips ( $1 extra per guest ), Made On Site Guacamole ($2) >>> Taco Shells: Corn ( Included ) >>> Payment Options: Debit or Credit >>> The total cost will be of $1,578 >>> >>> From: Lisa Walker <lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com> >>> Sent: Friday, September 15, 2023 11:08 AM >>> To: info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> >>> Subject: Re: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering >>> >>> That sounds perfect >>> >>> Sent from my iPhone >>> >>>> On Sep 15, 2023, at 10:54 AM, info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> wrote: >>>> >>>> >>>> Hello would you like the taco guy to be there by 11am to cook on your location and serve at 12pm and end at 2pm? >>>> Thank you >>>> >>>> From: Lisa Walker <lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com> >>>> Sent: Friday, September 15, 2023 10:44 AM >>>> To: info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> >>>> Subject: Re: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering >>>> >>>> Hi Fernando, >>>> >>>> We would like to move forward with booking your service for December 10th at the Arcadia Community Center, 365 Campus Drive, Arcadia, CA 91007 , to start serving at 12:00PM. >>>> >>>> Our quote is for 100 people, but checking our records, last year we only had 75, so I would like to book this one for 75 people (please give me a new quote) and please tell me when I need to give you a firm number. There could be more. >>>> >>>> Please let me know if I need to make a deposit now to confirm this booking. >>>> >>>> Lisa Walker >>>> 818-321-1789 >>>> lisawakerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawakerlac@gmail.com> >>>> >>>>> On Sep 12, 2023, at 4:36 PM, info thetacoguycatering.com <http://thetacoguycatering.com/> <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com <mailto:info@thetacoguycatering.com>> wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> Hello, this is Fernando and this is your quote please tell us if you would like to book our services. At what time would you like the taco guy to serve to check availability? Our services include about 4-5 tacos per person. >>>>>> Thank you >>>>>> >>>>>> First and Last Name: Lisa Walker >>>>>> Email: lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawalkerlac@gmail.com> >>>>>> Phone Number: 818-321-1789 >>>>>> Select Event Day and Time: December 10, 2023 >>>>>> Address: Arcadia Community Center >>>>>> City: Arcadia >>>>>> Zip/Postal: 91101 >>>>>> Events: Christmas Party >>>>>> Total Guest: 100 >>>>>> Taco Options : These options come with your package at no extra charge:: Chicken, Al Pastor, Veggies, Asada >>>>>> sides: red and green salsa chopped onions, chopped cilantro, grilled onions, grilled jalapenos, and limes >>>>>> Utensils: plates napkins and forks >>>>>> Special of the month >>>>>> Mexican red rice-free >>>>>> pot beans free >>>>>> quesadillas free >>>>>> guacamole salsa free >>>>>> Premium Condiments & Sides: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce ( $2 extra per guest ), Pico de Gallo Dip ( $1 extra per guest ), House Made Tortilla Chips ( $1 extra per guest ), Made On Site Guacamole ($2) >>>>>> Taco Shells: Corn ( Included ) >>>>>> Payment Options: Debit or Credit >>>>>> The total cost will be of $1,578 >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> From: Lisa Walker <lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawalkerlac@gmail.com>> >>>>> Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 4:23 PM >>>>> To: info thetacoguycatering.com <http://thetacoguycatering.com/> <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com <mailto:info@thetacoguycatering.com>> >>>>> Subject: Re: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering >>>>> >>>>> Hi Fernando, >>>>> >>>>> Our party begins at noon for lunch. I would like to remove the Tortilla chips and guacamole appetizer, and the drinks. Trying to bring the budget down. So the tortilla chips per quest of $1 and the guac on site of $2 is still in there, right? >>>>> >>>>> What does that bring our quote to? And we would pay with either debit or credit. >>>>> >>>>> Lisa >>>>> >>>>>> On Sep 12, 2023, at 12:44 PM, info thetacoguycatering.com <http://thetacoguycatering.com/> <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com <mailto:info@thetacoguycatering.com>> wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>> Hello, this is Fernando and this is your quote please tell us if you would like to book our services. At what time would you like the taco guy to serve to check availability? Our services include about 4-5 tacos per person. >>>>>> Thank you >>>>>> >>>>>> First and Last Name: Lisa Walker >>>>>> Email: lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawalkerlac@gmail.com> >>>>>> Phone Number: 818-321-1789 >>>>>> Select Event Day and Time: December 10, 2023 >>>>>> Address: Arcadia Community Center >>>>>> City: Arcadia >>>>>> Zip/Postal: 91101 >>>>>> Events: Christmas Party >>>>>> Total Guest: 100 >>>>>> Taco Options : These options come with your package at no extra charge:: Chicken, Al Pastor, Veggies, Asada >>>>>> sides: red and green salsa chopped onions, chopped cilantro, grilled onions, grilled jalapenos, and limes >>>>>> Utensils: plates napkins and forks >>>>>> Special of the month >>>>>> Mexican red rice-free >>>>>> pot beans free >>>>>> quesadillas free >>>>>> guacamole salsa free >>>>>> Premium Condiments & Sides: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce ( $2 extra per guest ), Pico de Gallo Dip ( $1 extra per guest ), House Made Tortilla Chips ( $1 extra per guest ), Made On Site Guacamole ($2) >>>>>> Taco Shells: Corn ( Included ) >>>>>> Appetizers & Desserts Available: Tortilla chips & Guacamole ( $3 extra per guest ) >>>>>> Aguas Frescas: Watermelon with Lime ($50), Lemonade ($50) each serves up to 45 cups and we provide the cups >>>>>> Payment Options: Debit or Credit >>>>>> The total cost will be of $2,045

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Party
by Roy Wilson 16 Sep '23

16 Sep '23

Although I never want to bring food on any sort of regular basis, I would like to bring a couple of cakes to the party. Probably not enough by myself, but if there is someone else willing to also bring a dessert, plus a large cake bought by the unit, it should be enough. Roy I’ve played bridge more than half my life. The lesser half I wasted.

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Christmas Party
by Lisa Walker 15 Sep '23

15 Sep '23

Dear Board, I went to Mariam’s today to get the information on last year’s xmas party. It is as follows— Arcadia Community Center Cost $541.00 Sanction Fees 120.25 Director 200.00 Centerpieces 48.55 Supplies 277.15 Food 1,278.44 TOTAL 2,465.39 Our income from the party last year charging $35/person was $2625.00 so our net income last year was $159.61. This year we are contemplating using the Taco Guy, estimate for 100 people is $1578. This does not include dessert and drinks. The reason for the food increase I believe is that we were pricing box lunches which are more expensive than getting sandwich trays and salad bowls. I believe my Green Street bill last year was around $900 and the rest was dessert and drinks. So it is significantly more expensive to use either box launches or the Taco Guy. Both are inviting because they remove the work from us. So here are my questions, and if you could take the time to answer them, it would be helpful— 1. MoJo, has there been an increase in the director fee for this year? 2. Arcadia Center is the same price and I assume that sanctions will be around the same. Last year I think we had 18 tables, which is 72 people. We could lower the number of people for the Taco Guy to 75 which will cut that cost. 3. I believe Jan still has the tablecloths from last year, but I will have to check with her so that cuts out that cost. 4. Do you think it’s realistic to expect around 18 tables this year? If we charge $30/person and have 18 tables, here is the breakdown Arcadia 541. Director 200 supplies 250 Food ` 1200 Sanction 130 Des/Dri 200 TOTAL 2521.00 72@$30 2160.00 We would be at a negative $361.00 but I think we have the funds and our unit members would be grateful and we might even get more people. Can you give me your opinions on whether we should go ahead with this or do the same thing we did last year? Lisa

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Fwd: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering
by Lisa Walker 14 Sep '23

14 Sep '23

HI Board, This is the estimate for the Taco Guy Catering for the Christmas Party. Angela and I think it looks good. Everything listed is included in the price. We would have to get drinks and dessert, maybe a cake from Costco? This included 4-5 tacos per person which seems like plenty of food per person. Please let me know your comments as soon as possible so I can book it. I leave for spain for three weeks on Monday so would like to get it confirmed by then. Lisa > Begin forwarded message: > > From: info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> > Subject: Re: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering > Date: September 12, 2023 at 4:36:30 PM PDT > To: Lisa Walker <lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com> > >> Hello, this is Fernando and this is your quote please tell us if you would like to book our services. At what time would you like the taco guy to serve to check availability? Our services include about 4-5 tacos per person. >> Thank you >> >> First and Last Name: Lisa Walker >> Email: lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawalkerlac@gmail.com> >> Phone Number: 818-321-1789 >> Select Event Day and Time: December 10, 2023 >> Address: Arcadia Community Center >> City: Arcadia >> Zip/Postal: 91101 >> Events: Christmas Party >> Total Guest: 100 >> Taco Options : These options come with your package at no extra charge:: Chicken, Al Pastor, Veggies, Asada >> sides: red and green salsa chopped onions, chopped cilantro, grilled onions, grilled jalapenos, and limes >> Utensils: plates napkins and forks >> Special of the month >> Mexican red rice-free >> pot beans free >> quesadillas free >> guacamole salsa free >> Premium Condiments & Sides: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce ( $2 extra per guest ), Pico de Gallo Dip ( $1 extra per guest ), House Made Tortilla Chips ( $1 extra per guest ), Made On Site Guacamole ($2) >> Taco Shells: Corn ( Included ) >> Payment Options: Debit or Credit >> The total cost will be of $1,578 > > > > From: Lisa Walker <lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com> > Sent: Tuesday, September 12, 2023 4:23 PM > To: info thetacoguycatering.com <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com> > Subject: Re: Reservation Form - The Taco Guy Catering > > Hi Fernando, > > Our party begins at noon for lunch. I would like to remove the Tortilla chips and guacamole appetizer, and the drinks. Trying to bring the budget down. So the tortilla chips per quest of $1 and the guac on site of $2 is still in there, right? > > What does that bring our quote to? And we would pay with either debit or credit. > > Lisa > >> On Sep 12, 2023, at 12:44 PM, info thetacoguycatering.com <http://thetacoguycatering.com/> <info(a)thetacoguycatering.com <mailto:info@thetacoguycatering.com>> wrote: >> >> Hello, this is Fernando and this is your quote please tell us if you would like to book our services. At what time would you like the taco guy to serve to check availability? Our services include about 4-5 tacos per person. >> Thank you >> >> First and Last Name: Lisa Walker >> Email: lisawalkerlac(a)gmail.com <mailto:lisawalkerlac@gmail.com> >> Phone Number: 818-321-1789 >> Select Event Day and Time: December 10, 2023 >> Address: Arcadia Community Center >> City: Arcadia >> Zip/Postal: 91101 >> Events: Christmas Party >> Total Guest: 100 >> Taco Options : These options come with your package at no extra charge:: Chicken, Al Pastor, Veggies, Asada >> sides: red and green salsa chopped onions, chopped cilantro, grilled onions, grilled jalapenos, and limes >> Utensils: plates napkins and forks >> Special of the month >> Mexican red rice-free >> pot beans free >> quesadillas free >> guacamole salsa free >> Premium Condiments & Sides: Shredded Cheese, Sour Cream, Shredded Lettuce ( $2 extra per guest ), Pico de Gallo Dip ( $1 extra per guest ), House Made Tortilla Chips ( $1 extra per guest ), Made On Site Guacamole ($2) >> Taco Shells: Corn ( Included ) >> Appetizers & Desserts Available: Tortilla chips & Guacamole ( $3 extra per guest ) >> Aguas Frescas: Watermelon with Lime ($50), Lemonade ($50) each serves up to 45 cups and we provide the cups >> Payment Options: Debit or Credit >> The total cost will be of $2,045 >

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Zoom Link and Passcode
by Lisa Walker 11 Sep '23

11 Sep '23

MoJo said they might require this. The link again is https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78362891726?pwd=AxtHdwXFXTCw0276QkRp4bIz3NMW1p.1 <https://us04web.zoom.us/j/78362891726?pwd=AxtHdwXFXTCw0276QkRp4bIz3NMW1p.1> Meeting ID is 783 6289 1726 Passcode 9jKhfD That’s a hassle. Lisa

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