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www.mcpsretirees.org MCPSRA Mailing address: P. O. Box 4367 Rockville, MD 20849-4367 ____________________________________________________________ Volume 2012-13, Issue #5 JUNE 2013 PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

June is coming fast! I have served as your President since July 1, 2011. It has been a rewarding experience. I have been privileged to work with a talented, dedicated Board of Directors. Vice President, Stephen Raucher, organized our interesting luncheon programs. Mary D’Ovidio, our Secretary, recorded and presented our minutes of each

monthly meeting. Treasurer, Ken Muir, gave reports, keeping us aware of our financial accounts. Other Board members served as committee chairs. They are Betsy Doyle, George B. Thomas, Sr., Ken Huff, Ernest Solar, Mary D’Ovidio, LeeAnn Kaye, Trish Bendler, Tom Hickman, Stephen Raucher, Bill Brown, Joan Donovan, Juliette Trevino, Carol Dahlberg, Nickie Neary, Fred Evans, Ann Eberly, Frieda Price, Mary Ann Davis, Dick Ahlberg, and Gerald Johnson. They have shared their time and their talents for all MCPSRA members. (Check page 2 in this newsletter for their specific responsibilities.) I have enjoyed working with them. Let them know how much you appreciated their efforts. I thank each of you for your membership, your support of our projects and your attendance at our luncheons. Thanks for two great years. Joy Schwab SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS At the June 20, 2013, Luncheon MCPSRA will award 17 scholarships of $1,000 each to MCPS staff. The four Louise S. Walker scholarships will go to Jessica Brause, Parkland Middle School; Lisa Martin, Forest Oak Middle School; Dana Pelzman, Eastern Middle School and Mary Ellen Wolfinger, Takoma Park Middle School. The Thomas Peters scholarship will be awarded to Irinal La Grange, Tilden Middle School. The Angelina Goffredo scholarship will go to Amy Davis, Earl B. Wood Middle School. The Albert Gibson scholarship is being given to Jodi Edmunds, Northwest High School. Recipients of the MCPSRA scholarships are Daphney Ado Ado, Rock Terrace School; Roseann Brady, Roberto Clemente Middle School; Lombino de Tinel, Albert Einstein HS; Donna Franklin, Montgomery Blair High School; Janel Gazunis, Kingsview Middle School; Denise Hoes, William B. Gibbs, Jr. Elementary School; Donna Marks, Editorial and Graphic

Publishing Services; Paula Pero, Albert Einstein High School; Jade Pridgeon, Carl Sandberg Learning Center; Maritza Portocarreros, Earl B. Wood Middle School. INSTALLATION of OFFICERS The following MCPSRA officers will be installed at the June 20, 2013, luncheon meeting: Stephen Raucher as president, Carol McVeigh Dahlberg as vice-president, Mary D'Ovidio as recording secretary and Ken Muir as treasurer. WHY JOIN? IT JUST MAKES SENSE Yes, it's just the right move to insure that our retirement income and health benefits are protected now and in the years to come. Membership in MCPSRA and MRSPA, the state association, is our connection to local, state and national administrators and legislators who determine those monetary and financial decisions affecting all school personnel. As a member, you add the necessary strength in numbers to become a voice recognized by county, state and national bodies. These decision-makers are most aware of our combined voices and the number of votes we represent. In addition to membership, your help is needed to spread the word to MCPS retirees who are not members. Encourage them to join to protect their retirement and health benefits. Tell them that there is so much more to membership. In addition to the Legislative Chair on the MRSPA Board of Directors being a former trustee on the Board of the Maryland State Retirement and Pension System, several MRSPA Board of Directors and committee chairs work with MCPS to represent you as a retiree. Personally, each member may access many benefits including discounted rates on dental, vision and long term care insurance, hearing aids, computers and legal services. We ask you to share the good news of being a member by encouraging those retired or planning to retire in the near future to join MCPSRA and MRSPA and be part of the only Maryland organization working exclusively for retired school personnel. MRSPA Membership Chair: Tom Hickman MCPSRA Membership Chair: Juliette Trevino

ATTENTION ALL GOLFERS AND DUFFERS WANT TO HAVE SOME FUN??

Mark your calendars today!! The 23nd Annual MCPSRA Golf Outing will be held on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 at the Laytonsville Golf Course, Laytonsville, MD. Further details and a registration form appear on page 3 of this newsletter.

Thank you, Joy, for your outstanding leadership during the past two years!

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MCPSRA BOARD OF DIRECTORS Officers President…………………….Joy G. Schwab………………... 301-253-3294 schw35@aol.com Vice President………………Stephen M. Raucher…………... 301-460-9092 sraucher@comcast.net Immediate Past President......Gerald W. Johnson……………301-466-1714 jsilverspring5@aol.com Recording Secretary……….Mary D’Ovidio………………..240-246-7818 ldovidio01@comcast.net Treasurer……………………Kenneth K. Muir……………… 301-460-9583 kkmuir@aol.com Committee Chairs Archives…………………….Elizabeth P. Doyle……………. 301-947-0733 edoyle3233@aol.com Auditing…………………….George B. Thomas, Sr. ……….. 301-460-6960 georgebgbtla@msn.com Budget………………………Kenneth E. Huff………………. 301-622-2161 Development kenandmarylou@gmail.com Ernest Solar……………………703-938-8122 elsolar@verizon.net Community…………………Mary D’Ovidio………………..240-246-7818 Service ldovidio01@comcast.net Consumer Education ……….Elizabeth P. Doyle....................301-947-0733 Hospitality/Luncheons…...... LeeAnn Kaye…..…………….. 301-598-5480 Co-Chairs geolakaye@verizon.net Trish Bendler………………….301-540-5160 patricia_bendler09@comcast.net Insurance and Benefits……...J. Thomas Hickman…………... 301-929-9660 Co-Chairs CTMAR28@yahoo.com Stephen M. Raucher…………... 301-460-9092 sraucher@comcast.net Legislative…………………..William D. Brown 410-531-6180 Willdbrown@aol.com MCPSRA Projects…………..Joan Donovan………………… 301-253-6099 Co-Chairs jcjdonovan@aol.com Trish Bendler…………………. 301-540-5160 patricia_bendler09@comcast.net Membership………………...Juliette Trevino …………….... 301-460-9670 jgtrevino@comcast.net Newsletter Editor…………...Carol M. Dahlberg…………….301-253-2212 jdahlberg2@verizon.net Nominating………………….Elizabeth P. Doyle……….…… 301-947-0733 edoyle3233@aol.com Parliamentarian……………..Nickie Neary………………….. 301-869-0057 nearynic@msn.com Political Action……………...LeeAnn Kaye………………… 301-598-5480 geolakaye@verizon.net Public Relations…………….Fred S. Evans 301-424-5169 fredevans1970@gmail.com Recognition………………… Joan Donovan………………… 301-253-6099 jcjdonovan@aol.com Scholarship………………….Joy G. Schwab………………... 301-253-3294 Co-Chairs schw35@aol.com Ann Eberly……………………. 301-766-7550 anneberly36@myactv.net Trips………………………...Frieda J. Price………………… 301-926-2286 Co-Chairs fjprice@verizon.net Mary Ann Davis………………. 301-253-6256 giddygam@verizon.net Louise S. Walker…………… Richard C. Ahlberg…………… 301-251-5560 Scholarship MRSPA Membership……... J. Thomas Hickman…………... 301-929-9660 Recruitment Chair CTMAR28@yahoo.com

DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETINGS: The Board of Directors meets monthly at 9:30 am except July. All MCPSRA members are welcome to the meetings held in Room 129 in CESC on these dates:

• June 6, 2013 • August 1, 2013 • September 5, 2013 • October 3, 2013 • November 7, 2013 • December 5, 2013 • January 2, 2014 • February 6, 2014 • March 6, 2014 • April 3, 2014 • May 1, 2014 • June 5, 2014

LUNCHEON DATES: Business meetings and luncheons are held four times a year. Join us to network, socialize, get updates on what is happening that affects you as a retiree and enjoy a speaker or entertainment. The remaining luncheon dates are as follows:

• June 20, 2013 Dates for 2013-14 follow:

• October 24, 2013 • February 20, 2014 • April 24, 2014 • June 19, 2014

WEBSITE: Check the MCPSRA website for latest information: www.MCPSRARETIREES.org. CHANGES: Please inform Membership Chair Juliette Trevino of changes in your name, address or phone number by mailing them to MCPSRA, P.O. Box 4367, Rockville, MD 20849-4367 or by e-mail at jgtrevino@comcast.net. Printed by MCPS Editorial, Graphics and Publishing Services

In Memoriam 2013

Elizabeth M. Bransfore Homer O. Elseroad Rosalie G. Fleisher Eugene A. Hanlon

John M. Lewis Alice C. Marquez

Carrie E. Schreiber

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EMERITUS MEMBERS: Mary L. Byron, Louise Alden Cassity, Helen V. Clark, Lois A. Cuddy, John H. Dolcich, Shirley S. Grant, Richard B. Grove, Ruth McClelland, Geralding K. Taylor NEW MEMBERS Nancy E. Bleil 709 Branford Ave Silver Spring, MD 20894 301-622-0187 Barbara J. Brooks 213 Birch Run Rd Chestertown, MD 21620 410-778-7559 Diane Filmore 1313 Crockett Lane Silver Spring, MD 301-236-5872 Mary Lou Galpin 12 Clearwater Ct Damascus, MD 20872 301-253-6703 Carol L. Hill 17104 Butler Rd Poolesville, MD 20837 301-972-8991 Mable M. Jackson PO Box 13801 Tallahassee, FL 32317 850-893-1586 Joan Kenealy 22600 Griffith Rd Gaithersburg, MD 20883 301-253-2289 Linda Lindstrom 18000 Cashell Rd Rockville, MD 20853 301-537-9454 Pamela Meek 522 Anderson Ave Rockville, MD 20850 301-424-0683 June F. Moore 10809 Brewer House Rd Rockville, MD 20852 301-816-3176 Nancy Nortrup 3413 Forest Wood Dr Rockville, MD 20853 301-774-5336 Florence Plinsky 3005 S. Leisure World Blvd #720 Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-598-5175 Cathy Jo Rivlin 423 Santee Dr Santee, SC 29142 803-854-0061 Spencer L. Schmidt 17100 Spates Hill Rd Poolesville, MD 20837 301-849-2057 Susan Schwartz 12525 Eastbourne Dr Silver Spring, MD 20904 301-622-2099 Felicia E. Lanham Tarason 10237 New Forest Ct Ellicott City, MD 21042 410-461-4246 Michael J. Thornett 10829 Bellehaven Blvd Damascus, MD 20872 301-253-6397 Linda J. Walker 2 Monocacy Ct Walkersville, MD 21793 301-845-7447 Sandra Weiswasser 5111 Linnean Ave, NW Washington, DC 20008 202-363-7156 Iris Anne Wolf 15115 Interlachen Dr #618 Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-384-1658 Lucy C. Wolf 508 Huntington Horn Ct Fredeerick, MD 21703 CHANGE OF ADDRESS AND/OR TELEPHONE NUMBER Joseph Cammisa 4212 Landgreen St Rockville, MD 20853 Gail Horvath 4030 Norbeck Square Dr Rockville, MD 20853 301-929-1080 Ronald Kail 12 Madre Mountain Santa Fe, NM 87508 505-424-0740 Hilda P. Lazas 3118 Gracefield Rd #CC521 Silver Spring, MD 20904 Sherry Liebes 17020 North Greenbrier St Arlington, VA 22205 Mary B. Peterson 3160 Gracefield Rd #EV2117 Silver Spring, MD 20904 Dr. Philip J. Stromowsky 502-491-6063 ************************************************************************************************************ REGISTER NOW FOR THE 23nd ANNUAL MCPSRA GOLF OUTING A portion of the registration fee will benefit the scholarship fund for MCPS employees. Members and guests are welcome. Continental breakfast & lunch included. Lots of great prizes!!

23nd Annual MCPSRA GOLF OUTING REGISTRATION FORM WHEN: Tuesday, October 15, 2013 WHERE: Laytonsville Golf Course, 7000 Dorsey Road, Laytonsville, MD TIME: Shotgun Start at 9:00 am FEE: $55.00, Includes fee, cart, prizes and contribution to the Scholarship Fund DEADLINE: September 15, 2013 RAIN DATE: October 22, 2013 Please mail the Registration Form and Fees (payable to MCPSRA) to: Harvey Strine OR A. Bruce McKay 508 Carr Avenue 2900 N. Leisure World Blvd., #303 Rockville, MD 20850-2110 Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-251-0478 301-384-5844 23nd ANNUAL MCPSRA GOLF OUTING REGISTRATION FORM Name(s) Phone Number Name(s) Phone Number ____________________ ____________ ____________________ ____________ ____________________ ____________ ____________________ ____________ Total Amount Enclosed: $_________(check payable to MCPSRA)

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? ! ? CLUELESS ? ! ? Have you ever been so impressed with a clever and appealing advertisement that you were convinced you just couldn’t live without the product or service and were enticed to order or buy it? Take your television as an example. You MUST upgrade your cable service so you can record three shows at once, view on split screen five sports events going on at the same time, order the latest movies from your armchair, hook up your camera to the TV so you can entertain your guests with a slide show of the photographs you snapped on your latest vacation, operate game devices, show DVDs, blue-ray and 3D movies, as well as boast that you now get 203 channels. After signing a 2-year contract, you discover that you are CLUELESS about what exactly you have and just how it all works! IF, by chance, a manual accompanies the cable box and service, you frequently find that you still need an expert to help you install everything so that it works properly and to show you how to access each component. And . . . most of the time you never use 90% of what you signed up for! How about the new smart phones? Texting, WiFi and e-mailing, taking pictures and video- taping, scanning and faxing, hands-free operation, apps, iTunes, Bluetooth, androids, ipads, touch screens. . . . oh, and yes, sending and receiving telephone calls. For many of us, we are CLUELESS about how to program it or to use all of the apps and aspects available at a finger’s touch on such a phone even when a manual professes how easy it is to use. But we just HAVE to have the latest and best the minute it comes out on the market! All of us most likely have received a gift that we have never opened or knew we would never use. You wonder, “WHAT WERE THEY THINKING?!” Have you ever had something that said “assembly required” but no instructions are included in the packaging? After hours of trying on your own only to discover you are CLUELESS about how to put it together, you call the company’s customer service hotline and find out that the item has been discontinued and the information you need is no longer available. There is a gift, though, that our association has been giving to thousands of needy children here in Montgomery County for ten years now that comes completely assembled with the latest and best items, complete with lesson plans and ideas, and will be 100% used. The school supplies in the Toolkits are essential for kindergartners to have at home to assist their learning at school – pencils, erasers, pencil sharpeners, crayons, Play Doh, paper, scissors, number lines, rulers, ABC and math cards, hundreds chart, bottle caps for math counters, and magnetic letters. The parents are not CLUELESS as to how to best use these items with their children since the Title I staff at each summer school site invite them to attend a session to practice the lesson plans included in the kits. Interpreters are even provided when necessary. Our fundraising for our Toolkits, Books, and Backpacks Project for this summer could desperately use your help. To date we have raised close to $10,000 but we need more than double that amount to assure the success of this year’s project. The estimated kindergarten enrollment at the 26 elementary school sites is nearly 1350. In addition, we plan to purchase new books for 3rd and 4th graders, some 2500 books, and 50 backpacks of school supplies for homeless summer school students. We urgently need your help to reach this year’s goal of $22,000. PLEASE sponsor toolkits today by filling out the form below and mailing it with your donation to Joan Donovan, MCPSRA Special Projects Committee Co-Chairperson. There is no more useful or meaningful gift that you can make to a needy child this summer than a kit of school supplies to help launch him or her on a lifetime of learning. Thank you! _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _

MCPSRA TOOLKITS SPONSORSHIP FORM Please provide (print clearly) the following information and mail it along with a check (payable to: MCPS Educational Foundation with “Toolkits Project” on the memo line) to Mrs. Joan Donovan 13 Hilton Court, Gaithersburg, MD 20882 NAME_________________________________________________________________ ADDRESS_______________________________________________________________ I would like to sponsor #______ toolkits at $10 per kit. Donation enclosed: $__________ Optional: In memory of ________________________________________________ In honor of __________________________________________________ Send acknowledgement to ________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________ ______ Please do NOT include my name on the toolkit’s label.

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LEGISLATIVE REPORT March 8, 2013 On April 8, 2013, the Maryland General Assembly adjourned. Out of 11 bills that were supported by the Maryland Retired School Personnel Association (MRSPA), 7 passed. Numerous bills that were opposed by MRSPA were defeated. Many of these included efforts to weaken or redesign the state pension system by moving from a defined benefit to a defined contribution plan. Fortunately, there is strong support among the legislators to maintain the defined benefit that we currently enjoy. The most significant win was the elimination of the "corridor method" of funding the State Retirement and Pension System. There will be a phase in to the ARC (annual required contribution) as calculated by the actuary and endorsed by the Board of Trustees. This is a major win in contributing to the appropriate state funding of the system. However, during the last weeks of the session as the state budget was being finalized, an amendment that would withhold $100 million from the state contribution to the pension system was adopted and passed by the General Assembly. The explanation of this last minute action was to provide the state with a safety margin in light of the impact of the Federal government's sequestration. Concern of the potential impact on Maryland's structural deficit is obviously important but making the promised state contribution to the pension fund is a significant factor in reaching full funding and also protecting Maryland's prized triple A bond rating. Legislative leadership indicated that the funds will be restored to the pension system if not required by the state to hedge against the sequestration impact. The determination by budget officials will be made by January 1, 2014. You are encouraged to share this concern with members of the General Assembly and the Governor. By letting them know the importance of this issue we can together share our position of a sustainable and adequately funded pension fund for current and future employees. Bill Brown, Legislative Chair 2013-2014 BUDGET The 2013-2014 MCPSRA Budget was presented to and approved by the members of the Board of Directors at its May 2, 2013, meeting. It will be shared at the June 20, 2013, luncheon/business meeting.

A WANT AD? Business card 3.0” wide x 2.0” tall $35 Quarter page 3.5 ” wide x 4.75” tall $60 Half page 7.5” wide x 4.75” tall $110 Full page 7.5” wide x 10.0” tall $200 An ad cannot exceed the above dimensions and should be emailed to the Newsletter Editor as a WORD attachment or camera ready in the mail Deadline for October newsletter is September 6 , 2013. Send advertising copy (jdahlberg2@verizon.net) or by mail to Newsletter, P.O. Box 4367, Rockville, MD 20849-4367. Mail check payable to MCPSRA (in advance of publication) to Treasurer, P.O. Box 4367, Rockville, MD 20849-4367.

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SPECIAL PRICING FOR RETIRED EDUCATORS & THEIR FAMILIES

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YOUR TRAVEL INFORMATION PLEASE TAKE TIME TO READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION. SHARE IT, ALONG WITH SPECIFIC TRIP INFORMATION, WITH YOUR GUESTS. 1. We all travel at our own risk. 2. There is always some walking involved as we

travel. Read each itinerary carefully, keeping in mind your own capabilities.

3. Itineraries, times and details are approximate. Changes are sometimes necessary and unavoidable.

4. Trips are open to members, their families and friends (adults).

5. Smoking and drinking of alcoholic beverages are not permitted on the coach.

6. About three to five days before a day trip, participants are called to remind them of the day and departure time of the trip. For overnight coach trips, about two weeks prior to the date of departure, participants will get a letter with up-to-date information, including parking details. One baggage tag per person will be mailed to each participant.

7. Write a separate check, payable to MCPSRA, for each trip. Include name and date of trip on check.

8. Send check with completed reservation form. 9. Your reservation is definite upon receipt of

deposit/full payment, whichever is required. If a trip has to be cancelled because of insufficient numbers of participants needed by the published deadline, your check will be returned to you. Feel free to call to find out if your reservation and payment were received.

10. Refunds are made only when your space can be filled.

11. Gratuities for driver and local guides are not included in the price of the trip.

12. We do not provide transportation to and from the airport for trips that require flying.

Those interested in insurance for overnight trips should call Ellen at Eyre Tour and Travel at 301-854-6600, ext. 3252 or 410-442-1330, ext. 3252 or 1-800-321-3973, ext. 3252. TRAVEL CO-CHAIRS Frieda J. Price 301-926-2286 105 N. Summit Ave. #4 Gaithersburg, MD 20877-2935 Mary Ann Davis 301-253-6256 23509 Woodfield Rd. Gaithersburg, MD 20882-3017

PARKING INFORMATION Overnight trip parking information will be indicated in each trip description. Day trips will leave from Park & Ride lot on Georgia Avenue and ICC (Rt. 200).

All trips are listed and described on the website:

www.mcpsretirees.org 2013 Trip June 10-14 Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard July 30 Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre

and Show: South Pacific August 22 Bay Lighthouses Cruise -

Annapolis September 19-22 Lake George and Adirondack

Tour Plus Much More October 17 A Day in St. Michaels November 15 American Music Theatre Christmas Show December 12 A Washington, D.C. Tour (Information in October newsletter) Canada and New England Cruise from Baltimore September 5-13, 2013 - Baltimore; Portland, Bar Harbor, Saint John, New Brunswick, Halifax, Nova Scotia; Baltimore. For brochure with detailed information, pricing, etc., send a self-addressed envelope to Frieda J. Price, 105 N Summit Ave. #4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877. NOTE: Because of timing, this should be considered and taken care of ASAP. Any questions, Call Grand American Tours: 1-800-423-0247 - Speak with Cathy and identify yourself with MCPSRA

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THEATRE/LUNCH BUFFET SHOW: SOUTH PACIFIC

Tuesday, July 30 2013 The show, South Pacific, is considered one of the greatest Broadway musicals. Written by the famous composers Rogers and Hammerstein, it features some of the best-loved songs of all times: "Some Enchanted Evening," "Honey Bun," "There is Nothin’ like a Dame," "Younger Than Springtime" plus many more favorites. Join us for a leisurely, enjoyable day with friends, entertainment and a wonderful Pennsylvania Dutch meal. Desserts galore including homemade cakes and pies plus ice cream with a variety of toppings. 9:15am Depart Georgia Ave. Park & Ride 11:45am Arrive at Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre Buffet Lunch 1:00pm Showtime 3:30pm Depart for Home 6:00pm Arrive back at Park & Ride Included: Round-trip motor coach transportation, lunch, show, tolls, taxes and gratuities. Does NOT include gratuity for motor coach operator. Cost: $96.00 pp Due date: June 25, 2013

MCPSRA TRIPS in 2013

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Mail check payable to MCPSRA and mail with reservation form to: Frieda J. Price 105 N. Summit Ave. #4 Gaithersburg, MD 20877 *****************************************

BAY LIGHTHOUSES CRUISE ANNAPOLIS, MD

Thursday, August 22, 2013 Cruise to the Chesapeake Bay and pass under the twin spans of the Bay Bridges. Pass by Sandy Point Shoal, Baltimore Harbor and Thomas Point Lighthouses. Live narration by a turn-of-the-century lighthouse keeper plus a box lunch. 9:00am Depart from Georgia Ave. Park & Ride 10:30 am Arrive at Annapolis City Dock 11:00 am Board boat for the Bay Lighthouse Cruise with boxed lunch 11:15am Cruise 2:45 pm Cruise returns - free time in Annapolis 3:30 pm Depart for home 5:00 Arrive back at Park & Ride Included: Transportation by Eyre Motor coach, lighthouse cruise, boxed lunch, tolls, taxes and gratuities. Does NOT include gratuity for motor coach operator. Cost: $91.00 pp Due date: July 9, 2013 Mail check payable to MCPSRA and mail with completed reservation form to: Frieda J. Price 105 N. Summit Ave. #4 Gaithersburg, MD 20877 **************************************

LAKE GEORGE AND ADIRONDACK TOUR

Cruise, Train, Balloon Festival + more September 19-22, 2013

Day 1 7:00 am Depart Rockville Civic Center Lunch on own; rest stops enroute 4:45 pm Check into hotel 5:45 pm Depart for dinner cruise 6:00 pm Board 6:30 pm LAKE GEORGE DINNER CRUISE aboard LAC DU SAINT SACREMENT 8:45 pm Return to port 9:00 pm Return to hotel Day 2 Full breakfast at the hotel 9:00 am Guided introductory tour of Lake George 10:00 am RAILROADS ON PARADE A brand new attraction. Railroads on Parade is a 5000 square foot magical miniature world of model trains featuring 65 plus trains and trolleys running on 5 intricately detailed exhibits. Walk around New York's Holiday Sensation. Scenes along the Hudson

River through the Catskills and on to the Adirondacks. The newest addition is a detailed layout of Prince Edward Island. The owner is a famous Broadway set designer who created the Citicorp train display and now lives in Pottersville. 11:45 am Lunch on own in North Creek 1:00 pm Saratoga-North Creek Railroad Train follows the Hudson River through quaint villages, beautiful countryside, shoreline of Hudson Valley into the hills of Gore Mt. to North Creek. 3:12 pm Arrive Saratoga Springs for bus pick up 4:00 pm Saratoga Winery Tasting Step into the Adirondacks just 4 miles from downtown Saratoga. Pull up a chair at their Adirondack style tasting bar, sit back, relax and experience great wine. 5:15 pm Saratoga City Tour See and learn about its extraordinary history, 2 historic home districts, Saratoga Spa State Park, award-winning architecture, 2 race tracks, yaddo, etc. 6:45 Dinner at Longfellows, Saratoga Set in a barn, but ohh what a barn! Like a cross between an Adirondack log cabin and an Italian Villa courtyard complete with indoor pond with life fish, waterfall and lighted trees. The food is great too. 8:45 pm Return to hotel Day 3 Full breakfast at the hotel 9:30 am Drive up Millionaires Row of Rt. 9N to view some mansions of the rich and famous of yesteryear and today. 10:00 am Pass through quaint Bolton Landing and see Sagamore Resort. 11:00 am Visit Fort Ticonderoga. Lunch on own at the Fort. Visit the Fort reliving the defining moments in America's history when nations fought to control a continent. Located within the shadow of the Adirondack Mountains and overlooking Vermont's picturesque Green Mountains. Fort Ticonderoga guards the historic portage between Lake Champlain and Lake George. Among the other features are the museum exhibits, gift shop, restaurant and historic gardens and scenic beauty. NOTE: Lots of walking BUT you judge your own capability and stamina. 2:00 pm Depart 3:00 pm Return to the hotel 5:00 pm Warren County Airport Adirondack Balloon Festival Lift Off: 125+ balloons lift off nearly simultaneously but not before guests can talk with the balloonists and see the balloons and baskets up front and personal. The local runway provides spectacular views from every direction. Crafts and food booths abound along with some 200,000 people. 7:00 pm Dinner at Sweet Basil, Queensbury Local favorite specialties: prime rib and Italian

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Day 4 Full breakfast at hotel 9:00 am Prospect Mt. Scenic Highway and Overlooks, Lake George, once a French and Indian War Redoubt then a sanitarium and finally a hotel. Now it is a state park with a 5.5 mile drive to the 2021 foot summit for spectacular 100-mile views of 4 states. 10:00 am Depart for home 8:00 pm Approximate arrival at Rockville Civic Center Included: Round trip transportation by Eyre motor coach, 3 nights' accommodations, taxes, gratuities housekeeping charges, luggage handling (1 piece per person) 3 breakfasts, 3 dinners, cruise, train, wine tasting, balloon festival, admission to all attractions, full-time tour guide. Does NOT include gratuity for coach operator or tour guide. Cost: 869.00 pp double; $1010.00 single Deposit Due: $300.00 pp due June 6, 2013 Balance Due: July 26, 2013 Payment by Check: Mail check payable to MCPSRA: mail with completed reservation form to: Frieda J. Price 105 N. Summit Ave. #4 Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Payment by Credit Card: Call Ellen at Eyre: 1-800-321-3973 X3252 *******************************************

ST. MICHAELS FOR A DAY October 17, 2013

St. Michaels, located along the broad Miles River, has been a welcome port on the Chesapeake Bay since the Colonial Days. The town is filled with charm and atmosphere, its main street is also filled with a collection of antique stores and specialty shops that demand to be browsed. Explore the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, the only museum dedicated to preserving the history and heritage of the entire Chesapeake Bay and its people. In its ten exhibit buildings on 18 waterfront acres, you'll learn about the history and technology that shaped the Chesapeake Region. Get a waterside view of Talbot County and learn the history of the area with a historical narration on board the Patriot, a 65-foot steel vessel. View historic homes, waterfowl and the watermen who harvest the blue crabs and oysters as you cruise the Miles River. 8:00 am Depart Georgia Ave. Park and Ride 10:00 am Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum Exhibits detail the history of the bay, and generations of waterman who have worked its water. Discover the lifestyles and people during a guided tour through 10 exhibit buildings and the 1879 Hooper Strait Lighthouse. Lunch at the Crab Claw Restaurant or other restaurant of your choice.

12:30 pm Board the Patriot 2:00 pm Free time to explore shops in St. Michaels 3:00 pm Depart on coach for the Winery for wine tasting 4:30 pm Depart for home 6:30 pm Arrive back at Park and Ride Included: Round trip motor coach transportation, entrance fee for museum, cruise, wine tasting, taxes, tolls. DOES NOT include gratuity for coach operator Cost: $94.00 per person Due Date: August 27, 2013 Make Check payable to MCPSRA and mail with completed registration form to: Frieda J. Price 105 N. Summit Ave. #4 Gaithersburg, MD 20877 *******************************************

AMERICAN MUSIC THEATRE Christmas Show

November 15, 2013 Our critically acclaimed Christmas Show is back with an all-new presentation of your favorite sacred and secular holiday songs performed by professional artists from across the country. This live musical experience will feature spectacular vocal harmonies, amazing musical arrangements, magnificent dancing, and the incredible sounds of the AMT Orchestra. The warmth will embrace you as well as the breathtaking scenery and elegant costumes that fill the stage. Our festive Christmas decorations will deck our “hall” in bright seasonal colors that shimmer with holiday joy. Share light-hearted moments with us and be ready for a special visit from dear old Santa ! Come celebrate the wonder of the holiday season at AMT with a show guaranteed to leave you in the Christmas Spirit! 10:00 am Depart Georgia Ave. Park & Ride 12:30 pm Family Style meal at Good & Plenty Restaurant - one of Lancaster's most popular restaurants 2:00 pm Depart 3:00 pm American Music Theatre Christmas Show 5:30 pm Depart for home 7:30 pm Arrive back at the departure point Cost: $105.00 per person Date due: October 2, 2013 Included: Eyre coach transportation, family style lunch, American Music Theatre Christmas Show Make check payable to MCPSRA and mail with completed reservation form to: Frieda J. Price 105 N. Summit Ave. #4 Gaithersburg, MD 20877

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RESERVATION FORMS _____________________________________________________________________________________________ DUTCH APPLE DINNER THEATRE: SHOW - SOUTH PACIFIC ***Tuesday, JULY 30, 2013 *Name ____________________________________ Phone #________________ Member of MCPSRA? Yes___ No___ Name _____________________________________ Phone # ________________ If not, guest of: __________________

Total # Reservations ___________ Total $ Amt Enclosed ___________ Make check payable to MCPSRA. *Cell phone # _________________ Mail to Frieda J. Price, 105 N. Summit Ave. #4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------cut here------------------------------------------------------------- BAY LIGHTHOUSES CRUISES ***Thursday, August 22, 2013 *Name ____________________________________ Phone #________________ Member of MCPSRA? Yes___ No___ Name _____________________________________ Phone # ________________ If not, guest of: __________________

Total # Reservations ___________ Total $ Amt Enclosed ___________ Make check payable to MCPSRA. *Cell phone # _________________ Mail to Frieda J. Price, 105 N. Summit Ave. #4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------cut here------------------------------------------------------------- LAKE GEORGE AND ADIRONDACK TOUR*** September 19-22, 2013

* Name ____________________________________ Phone #________________ Member of MCPSRA? Yes___ No___ Address_____________________________________, ___________________________

Name _____________________________________ Phone # ________________ If not, guest of: __________________

Address, (if different from above) ________________,_____________________________

Total # Reservations ___________ Total $ Amt Enclosed __________ (if paying by check; make it payable to MCPSRA.) *Cell phone # _________________ Mail to Frieda J. Price, 105 N. Summit Ave. #4, Gaithersburg, MD 20877 I am paying by CC to Eyre._____ 1-800-321-3973 x 3252 Ellen Please send reservation form to Frieda even if paying by CC. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------cut here------------------------------------------------------------- ST. MICHAELS FOR A DAY***Thursday, October 17, 2013

*Name___________________________________ Phone #_______________ Member of MCPSRA? Yes___ No___

Name____________________________________ Phone #______________ If not, guest of: __________________

Total # reservations______ Total amount enclosed___________ Make check payable to MCPSRA.

*Cell phone#_______________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------cut here------------------------------------------------------------- AMERICAN MUSIC THEATRE***Friday, November 15, 2013

*Name___________________________________ Phone #_______________ Member of MCPSRA? Yes___ No___

Name____________________________________ Phone #______________ If not, guest of: __________________

Total # reservations______ Total amount enclosed___________ Make check payable to MCPSRA.

*Cell phone#_______________

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MCPSRA LUNCHEON AND BUSINESS MEETING Thursday, June 20, 2013

GOLDEN BULL GRAND CAFÉ

7 Dalamar Street Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Telephone: 301-948-3666

TIME: Gathering at 11:00 a.m.

Business Meeting at 11:30 a.m. Luncheon at 12:00 Noon Program following the Luncheon

DIRECTIONS TO THE GOLDEN BULL GRAND CAFÉ:

- Take Exit #11 off I-270 onto Route 124E (Quince Orchard Road Toward Gaithersburg and Montgomery Village)

- Turn RIGHT onto Rt. 355 South (Frederick Ave.) - Go approximately 0.6 miles

MENU CHOICES:

Breast of Chicken $18.00 Broiled Salmon $22.00 English Prime Rib $22.00 Vegetarian Pasta $18.00

MEAL ALSO INCLUDES: Fresh Garden Salad Red Skin Potatoes

Vegetable of the Day Dessert

Choice of Coffee, Hot or Iced Tea, Soda Cash Bar

- Turn RIGHT onto Dalamar Street. Restaurant is on the left, parking available to the left or right of the building as well as in the lot across the street.

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RESERVATIONS FOR MCPSRA LUNCHEON/BUSINESS MEETING Thursday, June 20, 2013, at the Golden Bull Grand Cafe

Gathering: 11:00 a.m. Business Meeting: 11:30 a.m. Luncheon: 12:00 Noon Program

CIRCLE ENTRÉE CHOICE

Name:________________________________ Phone:_________________ Chicken $18.00 Salmon $22.00 e-mail address:________________________ Prime Rib $22.00 Vegetarian Pasta $18.00 Name:_________________________________ Phone:________________ Chicken $18.00 Salmon $22.00 e-mail address:________________________ Prime Rib $22.00 Vegetarian Pasta $18.00 Total Amount Enclosed: ________________________________ YOUR RESERVATION FORM AND CHECK MUST BE RECEIVED BY FRIDAY, June 14, 2013. Mail reservation form and check payable to MCPSRA. Mail to:

LeeAnn Kaye

15436 Merrifields Lane Silver Spring, MD 20906

For information call: LeeAnn Kaye 301-598-5480 or Trish Bendler 301-540-5160 geolakaye@verizon.net patricia_bendler09@comcast.net

MCPSRA Luncheon/Business Meeting

GOLDEN BULL GRAND CAFÉ Gathering: 11:00 a.m. Business Meeting: 11:30 a.m.

Luncheon: 12:00 noon

Next Luncheon Date June 20, 2013

The MCPSRA Newsletter is published in October, December, February, April and

June. This is the June 2013 issue.