[Nfbf-l] [Nfb-fundraising] Final update: Gaspar Loafs for the Blind
Marion & Martin
swampfox1833 at verizon.net
Fri Jun 19 14:40:14 UTC 2009
Sherri,
Thank you for your well-wishes! Like you, I am a little confused, too!
In a message to me that was copied to the NFBF Board, Dan expressed the same
concerns as you regarding this event. My reply was also sent to the Board,
so you should have received it, clearing up any confusion that may have been
caused. FYI and further clarification, I have copied this exchange below my
signature.
Fraternally,
Marion Gwizdala, President
East Hillsborough Chapter
National Federation of the blind
----- Original Message -----
From: Marion & Martin
To: Dan Hicks
Cc: Sherrill O'Brien ; Sherri ; minichiellog at comcast.net ; Kathy Davis ; Joe
Minichiello ; Gloria Hicks ; Dwight Sayer ; Dan Hicks ; Betty McNally ;
Merry Schoch
Sent: Sunday, June 14, 2009 5:59 AM
Subject: Re: Ybor, Blind Federation Fundraiser 6/19
Dan,
I appreciate your concerns, but they are unwarranted. The fund raiser
was discussed just before we left for convention and the original plan did
not
include Alexis Collins. Rather, it began as only a performance by me to
benefit the March for Independence and the East Hillsborough Chapter. During
the
meeting with Gaspar's Grotto, I mentioned the failed attempt to work with
The Honey Pot to do a show and they told us about a Karioke competition they
had that was won by a female impersonator and it was a great hit. We
contacted Alexis Collins afterward to ask if he would be willing to perform
and he
agreed.
As to the issue with Creative Loafing, they have been a part of my media
contacts since 1994 when Body-Mind Connection advertised with them. I have
used my contact with them to gain their support of several events I have
worked on, including for my church, work, and the Chapter. I simply asked
them
if they would be willing to do a spot in their magazine in exchange for
sponsorship recognition.
To the question of contracts, none have been signed, as the event is a
very small and hastily put together event to raise funds for the March and
the
Chapter. As for "stockpiling auction items", your allegation is completely
unfounded. We didn't even finalize these plans until affter convention!
Finally, as for the Honey Pot event, it is not completely out of the
question and both events are mutually exclusive. In fact, while marketing
this
event, I have made other contacts and have layed the foundation for a full
show to benefit the Affiliate. Of course, as President, you are responsible
for appointing committees, so if you don't trust me enough to serve on the
Fund Raising Committee, I will discontinue my efforts. Please let me know
ASAP!
Fraternally,
Marion Gwizdala-Schoch
----- Original Message -----
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From:
Dan Hicks
To:
Marion & Martin
Cc:
Sherrill O'Brien
;
Sherri Brun
;
Kathy Davis
;
Gloria Hicks
;
Gina Minichiello
;
Dwight Sayer
;
Betty McNally
;
Joe Minichiello
Sent: Saturday, June 13, 2009 10:16 PM
Subject: Re: Ybor, Blind Federation Fundraiser 6/19
Dear Marion,
This looks like an ambitious fundraiser. Is this not just a different
version of the fundraiser we were working on for the NFBF? I notice the
venue has
changed, but this is still in partnership with Creative Loafing and *****
*******/ Alexis Collins. You were stockpiling auction items for this state
fundraiser;
are these the same items you mention as being auctioned off for the East
Hillsborough Chapter and Jernigan Fund?
Have any contracts been signed, and, if so, who signed them?
Dan
"If you are going to walk on thin ice,
you might as well dance."
- Inuit Proverb
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----- Original Message -----
From:
Marion & Martin
swampfox1833 at verizon.net
Subject: Gaspar Loafs for the Blind 6/19
National Federation of the Blind
http://www.nfb.org/nfb/Default.asp
NFB of Florida
http://www.nfbflorida.org/
You are invited!
The outrageous fun begins at 5:00 pm with the live auction beginning at
8:30! You can party into the night with the sounds of Article-7.
Benefit Show & Auction for the National Federation of the Blind
Friday, June 19, 2009
5:00 until 10 pm (Auction begins at 8:30!)
Gaspar's Grotto
1805 E. 7th Avenue
Ybor City, Tampa
All proceeds benefit the NFB Jernigan Institute and the East Hillsborough
Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind!
All contributions are tax-deductible!
This Saturday, June 13, is the second Saturday of the month and, therefore,
is the monthly meeting of the East Hillsborough Chapter of the National
Federation
of the Blind! We are busy planning our "Gaspar Loafs for the Blind" event
that will be held at Gaspar's Grotto and is being co-sponsored by Creative
Loafing
magazine. We are having excellent response from businesses in the Ybor
Entertainment District and beyond who have contributed some very valuable
items
for our auction, including
1. Passes for four to Busch Gardens ($300 value)
2. Tattoo and Piercings from Shiva Tatoos (valued at more than $100)
3. 10 Admission tickets to the Improv Comedy Club (valued at $32 Each)
4. Men's & Women's hats from La France Antique Clothing (valued at more than
$50 each)
5. Cat & dog Gift Baskets from Boyette Animal Hospital (valued at more than
$35 each)
6. Tattoo from Phat Kat (valued at $100)
This is just a sample of some of the items we currently have and more are
coming in! We will also be entertained by the acoustic sounds of blind
musician
Marion & Martin and be treated by probably the only blind female
impersonator in the United States, Mr. Alexis Collins, who will perform as
Liza Minelli
and share a Dolly Parton comedy routine that you must see to believe!
The outrageous fun begins at 5:00 pm with the live auction beginning at
8:30! You can party into the night with the sounds of Article-7.
If you come....
WHAT: Benefit Show & Auction for the National Federation of the Blind
WHERE: Gaspar's Grotto
1805 E. 7th Avenue
DATE: Friday, June 19, 2009
TIME: 5:00 until 10 pm
(Auction begins at 8:30!)
All proceeds benefit the NFB Jernigan Institute and the East Hillsborough
Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind!
All contributions are tax-deductible!
The Chapter will also continue planning for our August 8 blind bowling
social at Oakfield Lanes and our Meet the Blind Month activities that
include an
accessible technology Expo, white Cane safety Day, and more! If you want to
be on the forefront of changing what it means to be blind, the East
Hillsborough
Chapter is the place to be! The East Hillsborough Chapter meets on the
second saturday of each month at
H2U Classroom
228 S. Moon Avenue
(Directly across from Brandon Hospital)
Brandon, Florida 33511
For more information, contact
Marion Gwizdala-Schoch, President
East Hillsborough Chapter
National Federation of the blind
813-626-2789
NFB of Florida
Dan Hicks, President
504 S. Armenia Avenue, #1319-B
Tampa, Florida 33609
Phone: 813-254-8249
E-mail:
danjhicks at yahoo.com
Web site:
http://www.nfbflorida.org/
President at Blind411
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Sherri" <flmom2006 at gmail.com>
To: "NFB of Florida Listserv" <nfbf-l at nfbnet.org>
Sent: Friday, June 19, 2009 9:35 AM
Subject: Re: [Nfbf-l] [Nfb-fundraising] Final update: Gaspar Loafs for the
Blind
> Marion, this sounds very much like our state fund-raiser where you
> couldn't get the venue to cooperate. It's great you got a venue. Is this
> for the NFB, THE NFBF or the NFB East Hillsborough chapter. I was a little
> confused by the announcement, since I didn't see your chapter's name
> anywhere. Just looking for some clarification. Hope it goes well.
> Sherri
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: "Marion & Martin" <swampfox1833 at verizon.net>
> To: <Undisclosed-Recipient:;>
> Sent: Friday, June 19, 2009 8:13 AM
> Subject: [Nfb-fundraising] Final update: Gaspar Loafs for the Blind
>
>
>
>
>
>
> Please support the National Federation of the Blind by circulating the
> following message as widely as it is appropriate!
>
> The National Federation of the Blind is in its home stretch to the most
> fun and outrageous event we have ever hosted! Imagine supporting our
> valuable work simply by having a night out in the Historic Ybor City
> Entertainment District! You could even win some incredible prizes to boot!
> Merry and I went to Ybor City last night to pick up more door prizes
> and auction items and still have more to collect today! (A sampling of
> these items is attached to this message.) We also entertained passers-by
> with some music and handed out flyers for the event, receiving tremendous
> response!
> The fun begins tonight around 5:00 at Gaspars Grotto. bring your
> co-workers to kick off the weekend with entertainment, food, drinks, and
> loads of fun! The lively auction will begin around 8:30. Read on for all
> of the details and take a look at the attachment for the valuable door
> prizes & auction items! We look forward to seeing our friends and
> supporters!
>
>
>
> On Friday, June 19, Gaspar's grotto and Creative Loafing Magazine will
> sponsor a fun and outrageous show for the benefit of the National
> Federation
> of the Blind. "Gaspar Loafs for the Blind" will be held at Gaspar's Grotto
> located at 1805 E. 7th Avenue in historic Ybor City. Through the generous
> support
> of businesses in the Ybor Entertainment District and beyond who have
> contributed some very valuable items for our auction, this event will
> prove to be
> an awesome success. A list of some of the items that have been contributed
> are attached to this message. This is only a sample of the items and more
> are
> coming in by the hour! A publicity flyer is also attached!
> We will also be entertained by the acoustic sounds of blind musician
> Marion & Martin and be treated by probably the only blind female
> impersonator in
> the world, Mr. Alexis Collins, who will perform as Liza Minnelli and share
> a Dolly Parton comedy routine that you must see to believe! In addition,
> there
> will also be a demonstration of an actual working guide dog, information
> about Braille, and much, much more!
> The outrageous fun begins at 5:00 pm with the live auction beginning at
> 8:30! You can also party into the night with the sounds of Article-7,
> formerly
> known as the Voodoo Pirates!.
> The National Federation of the Blind is the oldest and largest
> organization of the blind in the United States. The Federation provides
> scholarships
> to blind students, support for those who are blind or losing their
> eyesight, advocacy for the blind, and educational programs for the general
> public on
> topics of blindness. The NFB is not an organization that speaks on behalf
> of the blind; we are the blind speaking for ourselves.
> # # #
> Websites
> East Hillsborough Chapter:
> http://www.blind411.org
> National Federation of the blind:
> http://www.nfb.org
> March for Independence:
> http://www.MarchForIndependence.org
> Marion & Martin:
> http://www.MarionAndMartin.com
> Mr. Alexis Collins:
> http://www.myspace.com/alexiscollins123
> If you come....
> WHAT: Benefit Show & Auction for the National Federation of the Blind
> WHERE: Gaspar's Grotto
> 1805 E. 7th Avenue
> Ybor City
> DATE: Friday, June 19, 2009
> TIME: 5:00 until 10 pm
> (Auction begins at 8:30!)
> All proceeds benefit the NFB Jernigan Institute and the East Hillsborough
> Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind!
> All contributions are tax-deductible in accordance with IRS Code
> 501(c)(3)!
>
>
>
>
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>
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