Vol. 57 Issue 4 April, 2019 The Sitzmark News Sitz-mārk: An impression left in the snow by the backward fall of a skier. In this issue: Calendar of Events President s Corner Directory of Board Members Social Events & Meet-Me-Ats Lots-O-Other Fun Stuff Have an idea for an event or a special club adventure? Contact Jean Bronson, Social Director, at social@sitzmark.org. We can help you plan and schedule the activity, and help get the word out to our membership through our web site, Facebook, email and this newsletter! The Board of Director s Meetings are held at 7:00 p.m. every third Tuesday of the month, throughout the year. All members are welcome. Contact board@sitzmark.org for the next meeting location.
Calendar of Upcoming Events 2019 April SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 April Birthdays Meet-up :Stir Crazy Monthly Meeting/Elections 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Board Meeting Duckpin Bowling: Thirsty Duck Adopt-A-Highway Cleanup Hoerth Fundraiser Martini Party 2019 May SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 End of Year Party 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Chudnow Museum 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Board Meeting Volleyball Bike Ride 26 27 28 29 30 31 Volleyball Bike Ride Hoerth Fundraiser Martini Party 2019 June SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 09 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 Camping: Hartman Creek State Park Board Meeting Volleyball Bike Ride Volleyball Bike Ride Volleyball Bike Ride Volleyball Bike Ride Camping: Hartman Creek State Park Camping: Hartman Creek State Park Chicago Your Way Day Bus Trip Save the Dates! Door County Campout Aug. 1 5
President s Corner Volunteering is the ultimate exercise in democracy. You vote in elections once a year, but when you volunteer, you vote every day about the kind of community you want to live in. Author The April meeting is election night! There is no admission charge for the meeting; come show your support for those on the ballot and vote! I start my newsletter articles with quotes about volunteering. I spoke at many of the meetings about the need for volunteers to keep our organization going. I would like to announce that we have so many volunteers to run for the board that we have a contested election. Sadly we do not, and as I am writing this article we are in need of another director. I am truly saddened by this. I hear some members complain about the makeup of the board and some decisions made by the board and yet, they do not want to volunteer to be on the board. How many years will we continue as an organization if we can t get volunteers to be on the board, be a trip leader, host events or help at club functions? This month s thank-yous go to the volunteers who hosted events: Dave Weber for hosting the Cascade ski trip. It was great skiing...until the rain came! Dave Fowler, who led the last western trip of the season to Big Sky. Another snow successful trip! Our March Birthday hosts: Jonathan Rydz and Susan Harte started the celebrating at Jimmy s Grill & Iguana Bar. Happy Birthday to all the March birthday folks! The third annual Game Day was once again hosted by Tom and Jean Bronson. What a fun way to get together on a Sunday afternoon after ski season. On April 16, the 2018 2019 board will be meeting together for the last time. It has been a true pleasure working with a great group of people who have worked together very hard to offer many opportunities to the membership. I appreciate all of the hard work and time the board put into this endeavor. Come to the End of the Year party on May 10 to celebrate the accomplishments of the year. I hope to see you out and about having fun, meeting people,w and spreading the good news of the Sitzmark Ski Club. Audrey TO REACH THE ENTIRE BOARD Phone Number Board@sitzmark.org PRESIDENT: Audrey Wissmann 414.305.6059 president@sitzmark.org VICE PRESIDENT: Dawn Petermann-Harris 414.315.5100 vicepresident@sitzmark.org PAST PRESIDENT: Dave Wherry 414.530.2212 pastpresident@sitzmark.org SECRETARY: Megan Reilly 414.617.1995 secretary@sitzmark.org TREASURER: Joyce Katona 262.825.3626 treasurer@sitzmark.org MEMBERSHIP: Karyn Leidinger 414.379.3602 membership@sitzmark.org NEWSLETTER: Jonathan Rydz 414.313.1774 newsletter@sitzmark.org SOCIAL EVENTS: Jean Bronson 414.423.1495 social@sitzmark.org WESTERN TRIPS: Jeff Dean 414.412.2874 western@sitzmark.org NORTHERN TRIPS: Dave Weber 414.315.0010 northern@sitzmark.org RACE & SPORTS: Carolyn Murphy 414.559.6335 race@sitzmark.org PROMOTIONS: Marc Pettit 414.588.5949 promotions@sitzmark.org MEETINGS & ENTERTAINMENT: Mark Harris 414.254.1406 meetings@sitzmark.org
Membership Meeting/Board Election Friday, April 12 New Berlin Hills Golf Club s Clubhouse 13175 W. Graham St, New Berlin Admittance is FREE Guests are Welcome Election Ballots Will be at the Meeting Doors open at 6:00 pm 6:30 pm: Voting begins 6:30 8:00 pm: Drinks, light appetizers 8-8:30 pm - Meeting 8:30 PM - Voting Ends 8:30 pm - 11:00 pm - Socialize Audrey Wissmann, President Biographies of Members Running: Officers I have been a member of the Sitzmark Ski Club for almost 19 years. I enjoy skiing, motorcycle riding, going up north, studying parliamentary procedures, hanging out with my grandkids, going for walks, reading, and a lot more. I am retired but work part-time as a substitute teacher, I work at Ultimate Confections, and I do volunteer quilting. Because I am retired I have a little bit more freedom with my time to do things. Why run for the board? I have been on the board several times in a number of roles. I want to continue on another year as president because I feel that I have more to offer. I offer energy and enthusiasm to our meetings. I have always believed that if you are involved in an organization it is important to not just be a member but to volunteer to do what you can to help that organization succeed. A personal quote: Every month I begin my newsletter article with a quote about volunteering. One of my favorite ones was Volunteering is essential for any organization to exist. Tom Augustine, Vice-President Past Sitzmark Involvement: I have been a member since the mid-1990 s and served on the club s board in the past. My interests and activities include: downhill skiing, playing basketball, traveling the country periodically, weekends in Door County, fish fries, and Sitzmark club meetings. Why run for the Board? I have the time to volunteer and would like to give back to the club. A personal quote: Promoting new membership is everyone s job as it is vital to the club s continuing existence. That being said, it is just as important to retain all our current members by making all feel welcome at the club s events and providing a wide-variety of year-round social activities. Dawn Petermann-Harris, Treasurer I have been an active Sitzmark Ski Club member for more than 20 years and have served on the Board most recently as Vice President. I am always willing to help where needed and where I have talents. I served in the past as President, Vice President, Treasurer and several Director Positions. I enjoy skiing and have been a trip leader for Chamonix France, Sun Peaks, Alyeska,
Winter Park, Telluride and Switzerland ski trips. I enjoy socializing and have been a trip leader most recently for the summer picnic/corn roast in the park. Why run for the board? I strongly believe that those of us who have experience with the club need to bring in, encourage and mentor new volunteers as future trip leaders, directors and officers and I have enjoyed helping the club in this way. I have a depth of experience that helps in interacting with the board overall. I previously was on the board of a large national ski organization as treasurer and have worked with many diverse people. I am a CPA and work as a tax accountant for a regional bank. I am excited about running for Treasurer and helping in any way I can. I feel that my experience and enthusiasm will be an asset. A personal quote: I am proud to be an active member of this club and want to see it continue to grow and be successful. I have made lifelong friends; the rewards of Sitzmark are endless and the memories last a lifetime. James Huntz Schroeder, Secretary Member since September of 2016. Interests include - downhill skiing, cross country skiing, tennis, hiking, traveling, and many more. Why run for Secretary? The people of this club have been good to me, and a Secretary is needed for 2019-2020. So, I feel this is the best way for me to give back to Sitzmark-Milwaukee at this time. Favorite quote: Wherever you are - be there! Marc Pettit Directors I have been a club member for over 50 years. My interests are skiing, golfing, fish fries, biking, and club meetings. Over the years I have held the office of President, Western Trips Director, Membership Director, and I am currently serving as the Promotions Director. Why run for the Board? This year I filled in as the replacement for the Promotions Director, I have enjoyed the position and am seeking reelection to a two-year term as the Promotions Director. My motto in leading or organizing club functions has always been no Sitzmark left behind. Rob Hermann I ve been a member for close to 10 years and have served in many roles including Secretary, Meetings & Entertainment, and Social Director. I look forward to serving the club as your Board Member. Dave Weber I have been skiing for nearly 60 years; yes that means leather boots and wood skis. Skiing has always been a big part of my life, I found that you meet the nicest people on skis. One of the joys of skiing for me is helping others discover ways to enjoy the sport more. That may be discovering a new way down a run, feedback on fundamentals or where the best bar on the hill is, it all leads to more fun. Why run for the Board? Looking forward to adding some fresh ideas to the local trips this year and meeting more new fun skiers My motto is, Never too old to learn.
Chudnow Museum Of Yesteryear Sunday, April 14, 2:00 pm 839 N. 11th St., Milwaukee The Chudnow Museum of Yesteryear is housed in a historic 1869 residence in Milwaukee. The house holds an extensive collection of artifacts from Mr. Avrum Chudnow, who acquired over 300,000 items from his family s businesses throughout the U.S. The museum features shops, workplaces, and displays of home life as they would have appeared in the 1920s and 1930s. This house also holds his extensive collection of artifacts from the late 1800s through 1970, which today make up the exhibits of the museum. Cost: Adults, $6; Seniors 62+ $5; Admission includes guided tour. Parking is available in back of museum off 11th st. or street parking. Directions: From Wells St, turn north on 12th street for a block and then turn right on Kilbourn Ave. Turn right on 11th st. going south; museum parking lot is on the left side of the building in the back. Optional: Afterwards (around 4:00 pm) we will be having drinks and a bite to eat at Jackson s Blue Ribbon at 1203 N. 10th St., not too far from the museum. Hosts: Tom & Jean Bronson; tomjeanb@att.net; Tom s cell: 414-940-8642; Jean s cell: 414.581.0616. April Birthdays Meet-up Stir Crazy Thursday, April 11 5:00 pm 15795 W. Bluemound Rd. (Brookfield Square parking lot, north of the mall) This is the Time of Year that we feel Stir Crazy to be outside in real spring sunshine, so I m having a Let s Celebrate April Birthdays Untouchable Happy Hour: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm $3 - Single Liquor Well Drinks! $4-23 oz. Domestic Draft Brews! $5 25 oz. Mega Cocktails Margaritas (flavors available), Long Island Iced Teas, & Bahama Mamas! For Dinner You can order off their extensive regular menu, or design your own Stir Fry, by picking either rice, noodle, or soup, then pick your protein (beef, chicken, pork, seafood, or tofu). Pick the veggies, sauce type, and extras from the Fresh Market Bar, & hand it to the chef who will do the cooking, and have it delivered to you. Your Hostess: Megan Reilly 414.617.1995.
Duckpin Bowling Meet-up at the Thirsty Duck Wednesday, April 24 5:00 pm N64W23180 Main St., Sussex Let s do this again! It was a blast last year as several of us actually took on the adventure of duckpin bowling. We also enjoyed some fantastic pizza and eats, delicious drinks and friendly atmosphere. Don t miss out! Participation in duckpin bowling is optional. Bring your friends! Wednesday Happy Hour specials: $.65 cents wings; Domestic bottles; $2.50. Hosts: Debi & Gordy Caesar (262) 506-8485 (c). Directions: I-94 or Capitol Drive west to Hwy F/Redford Blvd. North on Hwy F/Redford Blvd (which becomes Waukesha Ave in Sussex) to Main Street in Sussex. Turn right or east on Main Street to the second building on the North side. Fundraiser Martini Parties Saturday, April 27 and Saturday, May 18 6:00 pm It s that time again! Please join us at our fundraiser parties to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society, and the Multiple Sclerosis Society. We are having two parties again this year, April 27 and May 18. Mark your calendars for one, or both! Feel free to invite your family and friends. We ve attached the official invitation with all the info to the activity page on the club web site. If you have any trouble with the attachment, please email us at the address below, and we will send you the text. We hope you can make it to at least one party, but if you can t we understand. Questions? Email us at kosher@wi.rr.com Where: Tom and Karol Hoerth s Basement Bar, 506 E. Hampton Rd, Whitefish Bay R.S.V.P. is appreciated, but not required. See you there! Please consider donating online, at the party, or through the mail to our house. Leukemia and Lymphoma Society: https://events.lls. org/pages/wi/2018scenicshore150/tkhoerth Multiple Sclerosis Society: http://main. nationalmssociety.org/site/tr?px=8749267&fr_ id=29301&pg=personal Tom and Karol
Adopt-A Highway Cleanup Saturday, April 27-10:00 am Meet at Liquid Johnny s 540 S. 76th Street Milwaukee We had a great time last Fall, and now it s time to do it again! The DOT is stating that our stretch of the highway needs to be cleaned up! It s a fun way for everyone to volunteer to help our environment. Plastic bags and vests are provided. (Optional: Bring work gloves!) Refreshments to follow. Location for cleanup: O Connor Street, which is the frontage road. North side of Interstate Hwy 94 from 68th to 84th St. (Meet at Liquid Johnny s). Questions? Contact: Audrey Wissmann 262.513.2825 audiemw.red@gmail.com End of the Year Party Friday, May 10 New Berlin Hills Golf Club s Clubhouse 13175 W. Graham St, New Berlin This years theme is the 50th Anniversary of Woodstock wear your favorite tie dyed outfit! Celebrate the end of the ski season with your ski buds, meet the new Board, see your new and old friends. If you have ski or other photos from this year, please send them to newsletter@sitzmark.org; we would greatly appreciate using them for a display! Doors and cash bar open at 6:00 pm Appetizers 6:00-7:00 pm Buffet and dessert 7:00-8:30 pm Awards 8-9:00 pm Music after 9:00 PM Cost: TBD: Check the web site (sitzmark.org) Entrees: Roasted Pork Loin with Cherry Glaze, Bourbon Glazed Salmon, Red Skin Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Steamed Broccoli, Rolls, Caesar Salad, Coffee and Dessert Vegetarian option available. Questions? Contact: meetings@sitzmark.org From the Social Director Jean Bronson Now that the ski season is over, it doesn t mean we stop getting together and having fun. We are busier than ever, with camping, volleyball, bike rides, golfing, summer picnics, kayaking and don t forget the meet-meats! Bring your friends! Events change weekly, so check the website, newsletter, Facebook and weekly emails. Have a fun and safe summer!
Golf League Tees Up Its almost golf season again and I d like to get an idea of who is interested in playing. The plan is to again play on Tuesdays at the Milwaukee County courses. Tee times will be at or as close to 5:20 pm as I can get. Earlier if those interested can make it. Please let me know who is interested. If we get enough, we can get a league scheduled, and if not, we will make our own schedule and go week by week. Please contact me if you are interested and give me your contact info: Name Phone/ cell number Email Working person or non working Earliest time you can make it What part of town you live in or are coming from before golf. Interested in weekly or occasional. I will try to make up a schedule to meet needs of those interested Contact me (Joie Scheuer) at Joiescheuer@yahoo.com or call/text to 414.651.2217 with your interest and info as above. Volleyball Wednesday Nights Rainbow Park 6:10 PM The park is located two blocks north of Greenfield on 116th Street. Beginning May 22, we ll be near the north side parking lot of the Walker Elementary School, which has an entrance on 119th street. The ground is flatter and the grass is shorter. We set up one net, so rotating in sometimes can t be avoided. We play until you can t see the ball anymore. Nominal fee (25 cents members and 50 cents nonmembers) to help over equipment maintenance, etc. We go to a close-by bar afterwards for food and drinks. Contact Jim Reilly at 414.617.0551. Bike Rides Every Wednesday Night Come and JOIN IN THE FUN of Biking Wednesday nights from May 22 through September. Tom Foti has agreed to take over leadership of this popular event after George Vogt stepped down. As before, we will meet just before 6:00 pm and START AT 6:00 pm from Greenfield Park parking lot just off 124th and Lincoln (we sometimes gather at the street corner just outside the lot entrance). We bike either north, south, east or west on the Oak Leaf Trail/New Berlin Trail/ Henry Aaron Trail: (usually to Whitnall Park, Elm Grove, Waukesha or Miller Park). Hope to see you there! Questions? Contact Tom Foti (tfoti28@gmail.com).
Chicago Your Way! One-Day Bus Trip Saturday, June 15 Spend the day in the Windy City at your choice of three venues: 1. Michigan Ave: Downtown Michigan Avenue is Chicago s premier shopping destination. Also, referred to as the Magnificent Mile, this famous boulevard boasts more than 460 retailers. Walk along wide sidewalks, where you will find many well-known megastores mixed among tiny shops. Enjoy shopping at: Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Ave, Bloomingdales, Macy s, Ralph Lauren, Nike, Louis Vuitton, Crate and Barrel, The Disney Store, American Girl Place, and Under Armour. 2. Navy Pier: Historic Navy Pier is Chicago s lakefront playground and it s the Midwest s number one tourist and leisure destination. From rides to restaurants, exhibitions to entertainment, shopping to dining, cruises and tour boats, Navy Pier has it all, and in a location unlike any other. Don t miss the Ferris Wheel (admission NOT Included); the view of Lake Michigan from atop the ride is magical. 3. Museum Campus: Our drop-off on Lake Shore Drive allows you to visit your choice of three museums: The Field Museum of Natural History, Adler Planetarium and/or Shedd Aquarium. (Admissions to museums NOT included). Trip Details 8:40 am: Lamers bus pick up at Hales Corners Park & Ride Lot Return to Milwaukee 7:30 pm Package Price: $63 Note: This trip is not funded by the ski club! We will be joining other non-sitzmark passengers on the bus. Sign up and make your payment by calling the Lamers Milwaukee office at 414.281.2002 (mention that you will be with the Sitzmark ski group), then RSVP to Jim/Megan Reilly and let them know you will be joining them. Cancellation policy by Lamers. FYI - Lamers trips fill up fast! Don t delay in signing up! Trip leaders: Jim Reilly (414.291.4407), jreilly@ dminc.com; Megan Reilly (414.617.1995), megankr@ sbcglobal.net.
Camping: Hartman Creek State Park Friday - Sunday, June 14-16 N2480 Hartman Creek Rd, Waupaca A new state park for us this year. Hartman Creek is located just west of Waupaca, about a 2-hour drive from Milwaukee. We will plan to do our traditional Saturday evening potluck and enjoy the park. Within the park, we can explore the mountain bike trails, numerous lakes, and a portion of the Ice Age Trail. Your trip fee pays for the group campsite and firewood. You will need to pay for your vehicle sticker and bring all gear, food, and beverages. Note the group campsite only can hold 20 people, so get your checks in early! Fee: $15 member; $20 nonmember. Payment by mail only. Please fill out the registration form on the web site (sitzmark.org) and mail it to Laura Herrick by June 1 to be considered for the trip. Door County Camping Trip Peninsula State Park Thursday, August 1 Monday, August 5 9462 Shore Rd., Fish Creek This is the trip of the summer, just ask anyone who has joined us in the past. Don t miss it! We have the Orchard group site reserved. Organized events: Friday: fish fry at Sister Bay Bowl, then sunset and Door County cherry margaritas at Fred & Fuzzys. Saturday: Potluck brunch with mimosas (prepare your favorite dish to share) and excursion (by kayak, bike or car) to Wilson s for ice cream. Sunday: Eighth Annual Door County Tennis Open with Round Robin tennis tournament. Hiking, biking, kayaking, boating, party island and awesome bonfires with s mores every day! Kayak & bike rentals available. The cost is $23 before July 2 and $28 after until the trip is full. Cost is the same if you come for one night or four. For non-campers the cost is $12. Includes: Campsite and all events above except fish fry, margaritas, and rentals. For more information contact Nancy Woltzen at 414.559.0508 or nancywoltzen@gmail.com. Mail your check payable to Sitzmark Ski Club, to 3145 S. New York Ave., Milwaukee, WI 53207. Please include your email, day of arrival, whether you will be attending the fish fry and if you will be participating in the tennis competition.
Sitzmark Ski Club P.O. Box 1877 Milwaukee, WI 53201 Visit our website for information on memberships, trip information, events and sign-ups: www.sitzmark.org Check out our Facebook page to see what our members are up to: www.facebook.com/groups/sitzmark/