LAS VEGAS JAM BAND SOCIETY

Members’ Meeting Minutes

July 5, 2016

Meeting Begins: 7:50PM @ Rocky’s

President’s Report (Greg): “Okay, this is it…”

Recently spoke with Darcy & Glaucco @ Hard Rock Live regarding shows and possible future shows.  Discussion of the 7-9 shows we had in the past year(s).  The attendance and the money-loss is something we are not too ‘proud’ of (mainly due to weeknight events/not all members supporting unknown traveling-through musicians).  Discussion of what their venue is looking for (i.e. a musical atmosphere for dining/bar patrons to enjoy while at the Hard Rock Café OR a huge monetary profit from the door sales) was had.  The discussion of other ‘competing’ music businesses/venues was had, which is providing a musical home for many touring bands.  (The venue did take Greg’s suggestion of creating food/drink menus which relate to the theme of the band(s) playing at The Joint, which seem to be popular with tourists/music fans prior and after listening to the music next door.)

Vice President’s Report (John):

The lotteries for the complementary/raffled tickets for the Mandalay Bay Beach concerts and the Widespread Panic shows are now over.  The next ‘registration’ will be for UB40. Check Wild Apricot emails for more information.

It is important that all ‘winners’ know to NOT question any employees at the ticket windows, in regards to their names on the list/alternate winners, etc.  They have NO knowledge of these lottos and it gets too confusing.  Please contact JT or Greg if concerns/questions are had with the registered raffles.

Secretary’s Report (Jessica):  

Thanks to those who covered for the June’s meeting/minute help.

Treasurer’s Report (Paige): 

The 2016 ‘Membership Cards’ are almost all handed out.  As of now, Tenaya Creek Brewery, is giving 10% off when it’s shown.  A future listing of other businesses/deals will be on our website once known.

Question regarding the money handling for the event and when to handle business with Andrew at the Hard Rock Café was had.  Andrew will touch base with us after the weekend and only Officers will handle any monies.

Mayor’s Report (Justin): ~absent~

….reported via text by Jessica….

COLOR:  Mango Tango Orange

Committee Reports:

Fundraising Committee(Kathy): 

The after-party tables for the Boombox and ALO (night one) will be set up by Paige and Kathy.  Jessica will relieve and ‘break’ the volunteers, as needed.

PRODUCTION REPORT (Greg):

*Tim Reynolds & TR3 are looking to play Vegas on Friday, November 4^th.  Members seem positive with this booking, so we will move forward.  More info TBD.

*Mike Mangan’s Big Organ Trio has contacted us again and wants to enjoy an LVJBS atmosphere once again, this time with his drummer now living nearby!  Thinking a connection with the Tecopa Takeover crew may be a good idea.  More details TBD.

*John Kadlecik Band (JKB) has no more updates on their interest in playing Las Vegas.  More details TBD.

*Paul Citone contacted us in regards to his friend, PETE PIGEON (from Denver) having a CD release party and his band may come through town to share it.  More details TBD.

*The Jeff Austin Band contacted us with some August dates.  Due to the past lack of attendance at the late summer shows, we are passing this time around.

OPEN FLOOR:

UPCOMING LATE NIGHTS--starting after 11:30pm:

*Boombox, Friday, July 8^th @ Vinyl

*ALO two-nights, Saturday and Sunday, July 9 & 10 @ Vinyl

UPCOMING EVENTS:

*Toad the Wet Sprocket & Rusted Root, Monday, July 11^th @ The Brooklyn Bowl

*Moksha with The Lique, Thursday, July 21^st @ Vinyl.

*Delta Nove, Thursday, July 21^st @ Top Golf (details TBA).

*Icycle Tricycles (Grateful Dead covers), Thursday, July 28^th @ Saddle & Spurs

*UB40, Saturday, July 30^th @ Mandalay Bay Beach

*Claypool/Lennon Delirium, Sunday, July 31^st @ The Brooklyn Bowl

*Rebelution, JBoog, & Stick Figure, Thursday, August 18^th @ Mandalay Bay Beach

*Michael Franti & Spearhead, Friday, August 26^th @ The Brooklyn Bowl

Friends & Family Event:

JULY’S….we are looking for any LVJBS members or friends, with CHILDREN, to pick the date, organize and plan/advertise the July event at KISS MINI-GOLF (at the Rio).  Nevada locals are only $9.95/round of 18 holes and there is NO fee to enter and follow the golfers. (Also, check Groupon for deals!).

**Anyone who can help out, please select the date/time, getting the information to our VP, John Tolson, so the LVJBS can assist with its advertising, as well. 

AUGUST’S…..held right after our August Members’ Meeting (see below for details)

Monday, AUGUST 15^th:  51s Baseball game night vs. the New Orleans Zephyrs.  We will be seated in the PARTY ZONE, with the Monday-night $1 snack-size snacks.  The pricing is $17.50/person.  Be on the ‘lookout’ for more details and information!  Tell your ‘friends & family’ to “MARK THEIR CALENDARS”!!!  J

SEPTEMBER’S/OCTOBER’S event will be the Canoe adventure at Willow Beach (discussed at the June meeting), Sept. 30-Oct. 2.  Permits and reservations are needed, so contact Kathy G. (702)336-5637 with further questions.

NOVEMBER’S event is the TECOPA TAKEOVER on Veteran’s Day weekend: 

November 11-13.  Information on camping/lodging is on our Wild Apricot page or by contacting Mr. or Mrs. Bichsel.

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Next Meeting: 

**MONDAY, August 15^th, PRIOR to the 51s Baseball ‘Friends & Family Night’ game.  The meeting will start at 6:15pm, prior to the 7:05pm game start. We will meet in the grassy area, near the lower parking lot.

Meeting Adjourned: 8:58PM

Join us TONIGHT for July's LVJBS Members' Meeting....7:30PM.....

@ Rocky's Bar & Grill.... 8540 Maryland Pkwy (@ Wigwam)

All are welcome!   :) 

Las Vegas Jam Band Society

Members’ Meeting Minutes

May 3, 2016

Meeting Begins:  7:36pm

Location:  Tenaya Creek Brewery

President’s Report (Greg): “Alright—Guess we’ll start this thing—yea?”

·         Our ‘Friends & Family’ events have been successful.  Thanks, Jessica, for getting this started.

·         We have our ALO, after Widespread Panic, late nights confirmed (Saturday/Sunday), at Vinyl, and are selling tickets.  Tell your friends!

·         The BOOMBOX late night for Friday, late night offer was accepted.  If it is a ‘sell –out’ event, we will have a 60/40 split. 

Vice President’s Report (Johnnie):

·         Wondering if there is a need for a RELIX volunteer table at the Umphrey’s McGee show or not.  Email inquiry has been sent.  More info and details regarding volunteers TBA.

·         The ‘Google Grant’ has been signed up for.  This will help our members to ‘stay connected’—similar to the former Yahoo! Group page.

·         The website has been updated.  Thanks to Tim & Stacey for working on this.  Check out the ‘new, fancy’ button-links.  (….seems to always be under construction—like our fabulous city!;)

Secretary’s Report (Jessica):

I did my ‘homework’ inquiring about a possible group rate.  Fathom Events declined any assistance, and pointed me in the direction of ‘local theaters’.  No response. 

So, our ‘May’ Friends & Family event will be the ‘6^th Annual Grateful Dead’s Annual Meet-up at the Movies’.  Movie starts at 7pm.  It is 190 minutes in length.  It was decided that the group will gather at the SOUTHPOINT’S ‘XD’ Theaters (I-15 and Silverado Ranch).  Bring your family & friends! 

Show:  Sullivan Stadium, Foxboro, MA on 7/2/1989.

Treasurer’s Report (Paige): 

·         Trying to get ahold of Rae, at the Brooklyn Bowl, to ask about getting a noted list of names of those on our LVJBS comp’d shows list, who are no-shows and have had no luck in responses/emails getting sent back.   (We will soon, be removing names of members, who are taking advantage of the ‘lottery’ and not using the tickets, from future drawings.)

·         Our 2016 Membership cards are now in!  (& they look great!  Thanks, Paige!)   Paige will always have the box of cards with her/in car at our future events/gatherings, so be sure to ask for your card. They will NOT be mailed out this time. (We are also providing cards to some of our ‘friends’ of the Society, since they are helpful in our endeavors:  Max, Erik, Paul, AJ, and the card’s artwork artist, Stephanie.)  Be sure to check our website for the list of discounts this card will get you around town!

Mayor’s Report (Justin):  ~absent~

Color (via JT):  PURPLE RAIN

Production Report (Greg):

·         THE JEFF AUSTIN BAND (from Yonder Mtn. String Band) is available Aug. 8-18 or 20-26.  Group suggests connecting with the Brooklyn Bowl to ensure more attendance.

·         The 10^th Annual ‘Jam at the Barn’ in Blue Diamond.  Saturday, June 4^th.  They asked us to assist again in advertising, emails, fliers.  Group will be glad to help, yet wonder if they need help with local bands, if we can set up an LVJBS table, and/or have some ticket comps to raffle amongst our members.  More details TBA.

·         TALIA KEYS (looping-musician--Vegas raised/now in Utah) was suggested by Leslie Evans for Tuesday, May 31^st.  We mentioned a possible gig with Donzos Cosmos (possibly after an LVJBS meeting, a week early?)  More details TBD.

·         DUSTY GREENS BONES BAND contacted again for a possible Sept. 20^th /21^st gig.  Group is unsure of the popularity of them and unsure if a weeknight show would have much success.  Maybe a future event?

·         JOHN KADLECIK BAND may be through Vegas again, Sept. 22-29.  Group will contact Vinyl or suggest a Brooklyn Bowl event again.

·         THE RAIL SPLITTERS from Boulder, CO (a bluegrass/strings/harmonies) are interested in coming through mid-June, the 15^th.  Group is unsure about the weeknight show, with summer events taking place. 

·         THE DAVID NELSON BAND will not take place in early June, as thought.  A possible September date may occur.  More details TBD.

Committee Reports:

·         Fundraising Report (Kathy): 

Have been trying some ideas, with no luck in sales:  garage sale and a 50/50 for the Dead Winter Carpenters show.  The autographed drumheads that were given to Indigo (via Stella) are now in Kathy’s possession.  The next event will be a table at the ALO/Boombox late night events.

·         PR Report (Jenny): --absent--

Friends & Family Events: 

*May (Jessica):  Wednesday, May 11^th @ 7pm-- ‘6^th Annual Grateful Dead’s Annual Meet-up at the Movies’.   Location:  ‘Southpoint 16’.

*June (Consalvos):  A mid-late June DRIVE-IN MOVIE.  Details announced SOON!

*(Upcoming October (Kathy):  The LVJBS Dam-Canoe Trip: Sept.30/Oct. 1:  More info TBA.)

OPEN FLOOR:

·         (Jessica) CONGRATS to Mr. & Mrs. Bischel (Megan & Dave) on their nuptials this past weekend!  The ‘Officiate’. Mr. Tolson did a great job, guests say!  J

·         (Greg)  Contact Greg for a possible campfire wood-burning event at Lake Mead next weekend, May 14 or 15.  Details TBD.

·         (Indigo)  This Thursday night, May 5^th, at Tecopa Hot Springs to enjoy the meteor showers & a nice soaking!  Contact Indigo if you want to venture with her.  itsallbrite@hotmail.com

·         (Jessica)  Happy Mother’s Day to all of our LVJBS Mamas out there!  J

Next Meeting:  (Either:  Tuesday, May 31^st @ Tenaya Creek Brewery IF a loop-jam event                          

                               correlates with the date  OR  Tuesday, June 7^th @ Rocky’s Bar & Grill.)

                                                More info TBD.

Meeting Adjourned:  8:33PM

Mark those calendars for MAY'S LVJBS MEMBERS' MEETING....This Tuesday, May 3rd...7:30pm.

@ Tenaya Creek Brewery---831 W. Bonanza Rd. Las Vegas, 89106

All are welcome!   

Las Vegas Jam Band Society

Members’ Meeting Minutes

April 5, 2016

Meeting Begins:  7:45pm

Location:  Rocky’s Bar & Grill

President’s Report (Greg): “Everything is going smoothly!”

*Been coordinating with Tim, our website manager, who is collaborating with Stacey F., making some cosmetic changes to our website.

John T. is planning on working with Tim, to help with these changes.

*Met with Patrick, at the Brooklyn Bowl, and the initial meeting about the LVJBS’s mission went well.

Vice President’s Report (Johnnie):

*Provided a list to Jenny M. of our paid members’ emails, phone numbers, etc. 

*A Google-grant (side-note: ‘Grants are good!’) was submitted for additional member support which can help with future marketing, etc.  More info and details TBD.

*Currently:  40 ‘couple’ memberships/18 single memberships/few individual month memberships are paid to date.

Secretary’s Report (Jessica):

Our ‘May’ Friends & Family event will be the ‘6^th Annual Grateful Dead’s Annual Meet-up at the Movies’.  The group’s location will be announced via Wild Apricot/Facebook (many theaters show the movie).  Movie starts at 7pm. 

Show:  Sullivan Stadium, Foxboro, MA on 7/2/1989.

Treasurer’s Report (Paige): 

*The AmazonSmiles and Smith’s Grocery Store Rewards program information will be sent on to the Fundraising Committee to help advertise their ‘give backs’.

*Information that needs to be sent ‘Twitter’s’ way will be sent to RJ Fuqua to do so.

*The membership-push is now over (month to month payments will occur for future interests).

Mayor’s Report (Justin):   Color:  Desert Globe Mallow 

*Spoke with a member of the LV Blues Society.  The mention of a possible, future LVJBS- LVBS music collaboration event was made.  More details TBD.

Production Report (Greg):

·         The Dead Winter Carpenters is now booked at VINYL, at the Hard Rock Hotel, for Wednesday, April 6^th @ 8pm.  This is a free show.  Tell your friends!

·         Pirate Fest 2016 will be April 8-10 @ Lorenzi Park.  This will be our April Friends & Family Event.  The LVJBS has assisted in past years with the ‘loan’ of our Sound Equipment and our ‘sound man’ Dan (giving us $300).  They would like to offer us FREE entry into the cardboard Regatta race and a booth to host the LVJBS.  The regatta needs a ‘boat captain’ and the table would need to be staffed for the weekend. 

     Interested?  Contact Greg asap:  lvsmojoe@yahoo.com

·         ALO (Animal Liberation Orchestra) and the venue, Vinyl, have been in collaboration for the late night WSP shows, July 8-10.  Original plan was Friday/Saturday, but they have changed their request to Saturday/Sunday. (LVJBS is concerned with late night, weeknight shows, so have suggested being financially ‘in’ for the Saturday show only.) (Boombox, is also a ‘thought’ for the Friday, July 8 (late night)…More details on both bands and which night(s) TBD).

·         The Wes Williams Band (friends of Spafford) also showed interest in an after WSP show.  Their name was given to Vinyl, as well.

·         David Nelson Band were interested in the first weekend of June (Friday-Sunday, June 3-5).  Thoughts: Catfish John opener at either Vinyl or the Hideaway.  More details TBA.

·         We were contacted by email, by Scotty Brown, who works with the DUSTY GREEN BONES BAND, who are interested in a future show, in September.  Group suggests looking into the SandDollar.  More details TBD.

Committee Reports:

·         Fundraising Report (Kathy): 

*An idea was seen at the Greensky Bluegrass show:  clear LVJBS stickers on the battery-operated candles would help with lit-up ambience and advertising.

*Upcoming ‘Dead Winter Carpenters’ table will have info cards, T-shirts for sale and a 50/50 donations bucket will be sent around.

·         PR Report (Jenny):

*Angus, our LVJBS Lonewoof Rescue supported dog, has been adopted and a new LVJBS sponsorship will be announced.

*Last November, we spoke of a ‘closed’ LVJBS Facebook group, so ONLY the paid LVJBS members would have access.  Be on the look out!

*The AIDS/AFAN Walk will be on Sunday, April 17^th.  It will be our ‘Friends & Family’ event for April.  Mark those calendars.

Friends & Family Events: 

*April (Jenny):  AIDS WALK @ Town Square (Sun., April 17^th)  Details TBD.    Contact Jenny M. for additional details.

*May (Jessica):  Wednesday, May 11^th @ 7pm-- ‘6^th Annual Grateful Dead’s Annual Meet-up at the Movies’.   Location:  TBD

OPEN FLOOR:

·         Our ‘very own’ SHANA BACHMAN is ‘running’ for District Court #13 Judge.  The election will be in November 2016.  www.shanabachman.com   Please join us on Thursday, April 14^th at TENAYA CREEK, for a fundraiser feat. Music by PITCHFORK.  Check out the Facebook page for more info/details.

·         Stay tuned for a CANOE TRIP (an overnight adventure).  Join Indigo, Kathy, Fred, Justin, Jenny, and others for this fun Hoover Dam/Hotsprings/Camping adventure.  Price approx.:  $122/canoe.  Date thought:  Saturday-Sunday, April 30^th/May 1^st.  (Weekend date may change.)  Kathy G. will soon share the confirmed details. Contact her for additional details.

·         Discussion of keeping the ‘area51soundtest’.com domain name.  We currently pay for the name-hold.

Next Meeting:  Tuesday, May 3^rd @ Tenaya Creek Brewery  

Meeting Adjourned:  9:09 PM

April's Members meeting is tomorrow,  

TUESDAY, April 5th @ 7:30pm....

ROCKY'S BAR & GRILL on Maryland Pkwy & Wigwam....

All are welcome!   See you there!    :) 

Las Vegas Jam Band Society

Members’ Meeting Minutes

March 1, 2016

Meeting Begins:  7:45pm

Location:  Brooklyn Bowl patio

“Oh, this is going to be an actual meeting?  I just realized that….put two and two together.”  --D. Bichsel

President’s Report (Greg): “We’re on the right track…”

·         Like it’s been said before, the LVJBS supports the music and helps bands and fans find each other when there is a ‘lull’ of sorts.

·         The ‘Friends & Family’ events have been a good addition to our goals.

March 26^th:  Bonnie Springs  (2pm-6pm) 

(Monk & the Po’ Boys play that evening, so we’ll be sure to advertise for them and try to attend.)

April 8^th-10^th:  PIRATE FEST  @ Lorenzi Park 

Vice President’s Report (Johnnie):

·         Things are going great for the updated website.  We are able to track membership.  We have 57 paid members.  There are 6 brand new to the LVJBS members (2 from Pahrump, NV) and 19 of the 2015 members have not yet renewed their memberships.

·         For 2016, we are looking for more involvement by all members (helping to promote/giving out LVJBS cards, etc.)

·         SLOTZILLA, downtown Las Vegas, has a 10am-2pm, charity event for non-profits, where those who ride it on a certain day/time frame, help give a proceed back to LVJBS.  More info and the date TBA.

Secretary’s Report (Jessica):

JD, Lone Woof Rescue, thanks those who went to the “My Furry Valentine” event at the Bass Pro Shoppes last month.  It was a successful time.  The raffle monies and donations totaled $420 and Angus, our virtual adopted dog, has a great chance of being adopted. J

(The next event will be the ‘Pet-a-Palooza’ event on Saturday, April 9^th.)

Treasurer’s Report (Paige): 

·         AmazonSmiles has helped us to make more money with just a few clicks.

·         Smith’s Grocery Stores have a similar program.  Fliers were made up and distributed. Simply go to www.smithscommunityrewards.com and create an account.  The LVJBS’ organization’s number is 79348 when it’s asked to be entered. 

·         The RELIX table at the recent Phil Lesh & Friends shows was a success. 

·         The IRS/non-profit paperwork is now all filed.

Mayor’s Report (Justin):   “All seems well.  People are happy within the LVJBS.”

Color:   SCARLET RED (for our fabulous Runnin’ Rebels)

·         Was pleased working the RELIX table with Relix’s Johnny, the table closer.

·         Been continuing the promotion of LVJBS with random musicians and music fans by handing out cards and mentioning the website/Facebook page.

Production Report (Greg):

·         The Dead Winter Carpenters is now booked at VINYL, at the Hard Rock Hotel, for Wednesday, April 6^th @ 8pm.  This is a free show.  Tell your friends!

·         Pirate Fest 2016 will be April 8-10 @ Lorenzi Park.  This will be our April Friends & Family Event.  The LVJBS has assisted in past years with the ‘loan’ of our Sound Equipment and our ‘sound man’ Dan (giving us $300).  They would like to offer us FREE entry into the cardboard Regatta race and a booth to host the LVJBS.  The regatta needs a ‘boat captain’ and the table would need to be staffed for the weekend. 

     Interested?  Contact Greg asap:  lvsmojoe@yahoo.com

·         The Higgs, an Orange County band, are still contacting us for a future date.  None of our members seem to know their music, so the ‘popularity’ of having this show isn’t happening, as of yet.

Committee Reports:

·         Fundraising Report (Kathy via JT):  Still looking into Paul Citone’s photos for our 2017 calendar.    Looking into getting more donations of guitars for bands to sign/raffle off.  (Indigo has some drumheads, from Stella, to get to Kathy for future raffle prizes.)

·         PR Report (Jenny):

Gwen, the owner of a local clothing store (Cheyenne/Lake mead), wants to start advertising on our website.  Keep on the lookout for it.

Been thinking that May might be a good time for a ‘Til it’s Gone’ BBQ/Bounce House ‘Friends & Family’ event at a new found location.  More details TBD.

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• The AIDS/AFAN Walk will be on Saturday, April 16^th.  Mark those calendars.
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• Community service event thoughts:  Snacks for kids/Sandwich ministry with local churches/donations for the less fortunate.  More info TBD.
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• Jammin’ on Main (clothing store) will soon advertise with LVJBS.  Discounts soon to be offered to LVJBS members.
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• ·         Local band Liason (Ian):  Been enjoying Moksha, Part-Time Criminals, Flux, Criminal John.  Keep supporting them! 

Friends & Family Events: 

*March (Jenny):  Family Spring Hike @ BONNIE SPRINGS---Sat., March 26^th @ 2pm  (Bring the family &   friends for some food, drinks, a petting zoo, and pony rides!)

*April  (Greg):  PIRATE FEST  (April 8^th-10^th) 

            (LVJBS participation TBA)

OPEN FLOOR:

·         PART-TIME CRIMINALS will be celebrating their CD release party with a show on FRIDAY, MARCH 4^th @ the SandDollar.  Let’s support our LVJBS member-friends!

·         Our ‘very own’ SHANA BACHMAN is ‘running’ for District Court #13 Judge.  The election will be in November 2016.  www.shanabachman.com   Please join us on Thursday, April 7^th at TENAYA CREEK, for a fundraiser feat. Music by PITCHFORK.  Check out the Facebook page for more info/details.

·         Shakey Feelin’ was a good time and many of the members would support them coming back to play for the LVJBS fans.

·         October 3^rd-13^th in ITALY:  The Rex benefit, feat. John Kadlecik, Ross James, and friends (….just in case Italian travel is in your Fall future…)

·         CATFISH JOHN has been having successes!  A possible evening show of Saturday, MARCH 26^th @ Beaver Dam (over the AZ border), following the Bonnie Springs daytime event.

·         Stay tuned for a CANOE TRIP (an overnight adventure).  Join Indigo, Kathy, Fred, Justin, Jenny, and others for this fun Hoover Dam/Hotsprings/Camping adventure.  Price approx.:  $122/canoe.  Date thought:  Saturday-Sunday, April 30^th/May 1^st.  Kathy G. will soon share the confirmed details.

Next Meeting:  Tuesday, April 5th @ Rocky’s Bar & Grill  (Wigwam & Maryland Pkwy)

Tonight's LVJBS Members' Meeting is tonight!  (ALL ARE WELCOME!!!)

Tuesday, March 1^st (prior to the Galactic Brooklyn Bowl show) 

Meeting attendees will meet at the Yardhouse (at the Linq) between 7:00-7:30pm, and the prompt 8pm meeting will take place at the Brooklyn Bowl, once we are gathered and their doors open.  Show time for tonight's show is 9pm.

Las Vegas Jam Band Society

Members’ Meeting Minutes

February 2, 2016

Meeting Begins:  7:45pm

Location:  Rocky’s Bar & Grill

President’s Report (Greg): “7:45…Here we go!”

·         The Brooklyn Bowl has graciously offered us 10 tickets for our members to use as a ‘raffle’ amongst us for most of their upcoming shows.  Much thanks and appreciation to them!

·         Our monthly ‘Family & Friends’ events and everything else we are doing seems to be ‘steering our ship’ in a good direction so far this year!

Vice President’s Report (Johnnie):

·         The home page (on our new website) is not yet switched over.  When you go to www.lvjbs.org, the log-in button takes you to the ‘Wild Apricot’ page.  It will have a new look:  calendar, events, forum. Soon, we will be able to access Yahoo!, Facebook, or the forum, with home page links. 

·         For 2016, we are looking for more involvement by all members (helping to promote/giving out LVJBS cards, etc.)

Secretary’s Report (Jessica):

Welcome to your first meeting as an Officer, Mr. Mayor, Justin Gorgun!

Treasurer’s Report (Paige): 

·         The IRS file is happening soon!  The money we have so far for 2016 has been our 15^th anniversary shirts and the calendar printing. 

·         (Jarren Carsey was the winner of the ‘membership raffle’ and contact was made via Facebook, during the meeting.)

·         Tim, from the ‘Hippie Livin’ store, has unfortunately closed his shop and we thank him for his LVJBS support. 

Mayor’s Report (Justin):   Thanks to all for the Mayor vote!

Color:  Smaragdine (pronounced:  smar-rag-dean & is like an ‘emerald’s green color.’)

Production Report (Greg):

·         Our ‘virtual dog’ ANGUS (@ Lone Woof Rescue) is in need of adoption.  The LVJBS has been donating to his food/shelter needs, but now, Angus is ready for a FURever home.  He is great with kids, crate trained, leash trained, and loving.  Please share the Facebook post by Greg Serentsis, so we can spread the word and picture of Angus.

·         The Dead Winter Carpenters are now interested in early April.  They are working with Andrew at Vinyl for a possible future show.  More info TBD.

·         Planet of the Apps (feat. Gov’t Mule drummer) Matt Apps has a side project and are interested in late spring/early summer.  More info TBD.

·         Pirate Fest 2016 will be April 8-10 @ Lorenzi Park.  The LVJBS has assisted in past years with the ‘loan’ of our Sound Equipment and our ‘sound man’ Dan (giving us $300).  They would like to offer us FREE entry into the cardboard Regatta race and a booth to host the LVJBS.  The regatta needs a ‘boat captain’ and the table would need to be staffed for the weekend. 

     Interested?  Contact Greg asap:  lvsmojoe@yahoo.com

·         The Dirk Quinn Band contacted us again in regards to a ‘Freako de Mayo’ event and their willingness to play for us.  More info TBD.

·         We were contacted by Dan Stock, who is a VP of the Easter Seals (non-profit helping children and adults with disabilities).  They are working on a daytime music festival (on Saturday, March 26^th) with a ‘walk’ afterwards.  Their vision is having hourly bands (…their thoughts:  Imagine Dragons, some Rock & Roll bands, some R & B bands) More details and any known LVJBS involvement TBD.

·         The Higgs, an Orange County band, are looking for a date (possibly a Vinyl show) More info TBD.

·         Billy Sunday (who does lighting for Quactus, Brothers Gow), along with the OCJBS are thinking of a Topanga Canyon Camping & Music festival (N. of Los Angeles) with collaboration with the LVJBS. 

Their band ideas:  Cubensis, Shakey Feelin’, GrooveSession, Moksha

More details TBA.

·         Freako de Mayo was brought up.  Does the LVJBS want to support this event, on the Thursday (May 5^th) PRIOR to the UM Bowl weekend (May 6, 7)? 

Thoughts: Having Eminence Ensemble headline might help with the in-town Colorado Umphrey’s McGee fans and can help with advertising.  Send any band ideas/contacts Greg’s way:  lvsmojoe@yahoo.com

Committee Reports:

·         Fundraising Report (Kathy via JT):  We are working with Paul Citone to get photos together for our 2017 calendar.   This would be a treat for a single membership!  More info TBA.

·         PR Report (Jenny): Going to try to mention the ‘1^st Tuesday of the Month’ for LVJBS meetings more often.  This would help with meeting attendance.  Thoughts about the calendars:  adding a tag-line with the event/poster name, date, etc. to add to the page. (LVJBS business cards were handed out to have people support the website and possibly join in.)

Friends & Family Events: 

February:  ‘My Furry Valentine’ @ Bass Pro Shops (Greg) to help out with the Lone Woof Rescue.  Saturday, Feb. 20^th (outside, in the lot, off Blue Diamond) 9am-4pm. 

(See open floor for interested business-contacts)

March:  Family Spring Hike (Jenny) Dates and details TBA.

OPEN FLOOR:

·         (Jim):  asked what had happened to our ‘thought’ New Riders of the Purple Sage show.  (The date they wanted, in December, was taken.)

·         (JD): Lone Woof Rescue thanks the LVJBS for our support and help/virtually sponsoring Angus.  If there are any interested businesses for banner displays/advertisement for the “My Furry Valentine” event on Feb. 20th, please contact JD @ (702) 469-1913. 

(The Tropical Pkwy PetCo events need some volunteers for the weekend visits. Please contact JD if you can help out.)

·         (Jessica):  Don’t forget the Long Beach ‘Love Boat Masquerade Riverboat Crusade’  (hosted by our LVJBS pal BJ Cochran) is Sunday, Feb. 14^th from 4pm-9pm. 

Bands:  The Gumbo Bros., Shakey Feelin’, Dusty Green Bones Bamd, Sea Funk Brass Band, and a special ‘Love Parade’ by members of Delta Nove.  Tickets are LIMITED and are going FAST….$40. 

·         (Jessica):  Don’t forget to support Lady Reiko’s new album/single-release party @ Backstage Bar & Billiards this Saturday, Feb. 6^th @ 8pm.  Only $6.

·         (Jenny):  T.I.G.  (‘Til It’s Gone) BBQ (Sahara & LV Blvd.) is a good spot for a future meeting and some good food.  It’s one of our former members, Nemo’s, new business.  Thought:  April 5^th’s Members’ Meeting?  More info TBA.  (Sara P. has offered to do a free, acoustic after-meeting show, when we support T.I.G. BBQ.

·         (Shana):  Your ‘very own’ Shana Bachman is ‘running’ for Justice Court #13 Judge.  The election will be in November 2016.  www.shanabachman.com

·          (Greg & Paige) mentioned the Smith’s Food Stores reward card ‘give back’ to local non-profits.  Be sure to link up your rewards cards with places that do these great fundraisers!  (Amazonsmiles.com, etc.)  Simply ASK the places you shop at, online and in-stores!

Next Meeting:  Tuesday, March 1^st (prior to the Galactic Brooklyn Bowl show)  Meeting attendees will meet at the Yardhouse (at the Linq) between 7:00-7:30pm, and the 8pm meeting will take place at the Brooklyn Bowl, once we are gathered and their doors open.  Show time for that show is 9pm.

Meeting Adjourned:  9:25PM