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Parrot Heads in Paradise

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Ocala Members registered for MOTM!

Michael & Susie Berryhill
Gerald & Sherry Cannon
Kathy Ruble & John Costello
Jimmy Deas & Marie Rickey
David Fogler & Patty Pellegrini
Robert & Michelle Ganzak
Allan & Sharon Stump
Buck Waters
Jim Wellborn

June 17, 2004 - MOTM Registration almost full

I know Deb just sent out a note reminding you to register for the convention if you plan on coming but I am going to reiterate that and follow with some historical numbers... We are already over 2000 people registered and historically over the last three months of registration we get the bulk of the people registering...  The final three months July, August & September since 1999 are:
1999 - 1267 people registered the last three months
2000 - 1427
2001 - 1545
2002 - 1338
2003 - 1826

With 2000 already registered and 15 days left in July well, you can bet your bippy (what is a bippy by the way) that we will sell out...  This is a real nice way to warn the potential 300 - 900 people who traditionally sign up the last three months that we are closing at 3000 and once we are full, we are FULL...  I can tell you, as well as Drifty and Deb, that is not fun telling people SORRY, you are to late. None of us like that situation but it sure looks like we are going to be in that position this year sooner than ever before...

Please do your fellow club members a favor and talk to them, tell them we are almost full and it is time to register before it is to late. We have been cautioning you all and this is just one more note reminding you that we will be stopping registration at 3000...

Thanks all

Alex Leist
PHiP Inc.

June 16, 2004 - Imagine if you will a License to Chill

Custom painted chairs - 2 of them - portable, comfy - be the envy of all at any Parrot Head gathering!  Pulled up to a custom painted patio table with large shading umbrella.  Decked out with goodies donated by Virgin Key West - all in beautiful parrot/tropical adorned fabric.  Set of 4 reversible placemats.  Set of 4 colorful napkins.  Set of 2 overstuffed pillows.  Fully lined apron. Reversible appliance cover (gotta keep that blender in top condition!) And to finish it off a set of 4 each: Ceramic Tiki mugs, neon green pate holders with palm tree design and neon green heavy duty silverware (not disposable). (added/donated by the PP4 committee). Pull up that one of a kind chair, fluff up that comfy pillow, fill up the Tiki with your favorite libation and you've just CHILLED!

How do you get this License to Chill?

Only one way:

Buy a chance to win in at the Parrot Phlock 2004 License to Chill Tropical Patio Set - http://www.parrotphlock2004.4t.com/custom2.html  (don't forget to go to the "More Pics" page as I could not fit it all on one page - THERE'S THAT MUCH!!!) $5.00 - all set up via Pay Pal - a ticket number will be sent to you almost immediately.

AND NOW - for the legalize: Drawing to be held on Sunday, July 4, 2004 at the event.
If the winner is not present a phone call will be made to the winner.
Shipped via ground freight.
Need not be present to win.
State of Michigan, Bureau of State Lottery, charitable Gaming Division License # X56853 - Organization ID# 127409

Karen
The Old Hippy
Capt of the Pirates of the Great Lakes
Join the Pirates and Detroit PHC at
http://www.ParrotPhlock2004.4t.com
 

June 16, 2004 - MOTM FAQ

Well folks...

I been getting some emails back channel about MOTM, who can go and who cannot. So here are some FAQS.

MOTM FAQS:
Q: Who can attend the Meeting Of The Minds Convention?
A: Anyone who is a member of a Parrot Heads In Paradise, Inc chartered, official Parrot Head Club. You must be member before registering. Membership must be in effect by September 15, 2004.  This means you only have to be a member, we do not require any points or anything...

Q: Who do I make the check out to?
A: Make checks payable to: PHIP, Inc

Q: What happens if after I register I find out I cannot come to the convention?
A: There are NO REFUNDS OR TRANSFERS OF REGISTRATION FEES. All proceeds from the convention registration fees go to PHIP Charities.

Q: When will I receive confirmation that I am registered?
A: If you register online using a credit card, you will receive an email confirmation immediately provided you supplied a valid email address. If you mail in your registration you will receive an email confirmation provided you supplied a valid email address. FINAL Confirmations will be mailed after registration closes.  You can also check with your club president or other officer, they are requested to confirm each and every person who says they are a member.

Q: I am not a member of a Parrot Head Club. Can I just select a club when I register and you enroll me?
A: No. Registering for convention does not enroll you in any parrot Head Club. Nor can we enroll you in a club; you must do that prior to registering.

Q: There is no Parrot Head Club near me, what can I do?
A: You can join the Virtual Parrot Head Club-The ONLY Online Parrot Head Club at http://vphc.com This club was established for those who have no local club.

Q: Well now I registered, can I bring a date or does he/she have to register also?
A: No, no dates or spouses unless they are registered. Each person has to be registered to get into the closed events. There are no exceptions.  This means if you show up for a closed event and you spouse or date is not registered they will not be allowed in...

Q: When does registration close?
A: Online registration closes on September 25, 2004. Mail-in registrations must be postmarked no later than September 20, 2004. Or when we reach 3000 which ever comes first.  This year we will hit the 3000 mark sooner than September, as I am writing this we have almost 2200 registered...

Q: I missed the deadline is there anything I can do?
A: No. We set a deadline date for reasons. We need time to handle all the administrative work as well as supplying counts to various organizations including the City of Key West for fire & crowd control.
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Any questions, you can email me or any Board member or the registration chairperson... if you haven't registered yet do so soon. Go to http://www.phip.com/motm/ do not miss the premier Parrot head Party of the year... five days and nights of music and that is just the official events.

Fenton "Drifty" Moore
President
Parrot Heads In Paradise, Inc.
http://www.phip.com
Gypsy Journal
http://www.keylimekey.com/news/
email: fmoore@phip.com

 

June 15, 2004  - YEAMON 2005 Tour

We are currently putting together a group to Jamaica for January 2005 with Jimmy and the Parrots (fka Second Wind) and the Pirates in Paradise and would like to welcome any and all Parrotheads to join us. Will you please pass this information on to your members. Anyone wanting a flyer in pdf or word format to pass out at any of your events, please email me and I will be happy to get that to you. Thanks....

Rhonda Bastian
Captain
Pirates in Paradise

YEAMON 2005 Tour

What could be better in January than relaxing on a sun-drenched beach in Jamaica with other Parrotheads? Join Jimmy and the Parrots (fka Second Wind) and your fellow Pirates for a five day trip to Jamaica, mon. Read on for details.
DATE: January 14 - 18, 2005 (Martin Luther King Weekend)
PLACE: Beaches Boscobel Ultra-Inclusive Resort, Ocho Rios, Jamaica
Double occupancy: $825/pp
Triple Occupancy: $695/pp
Quad Occupancy: $625/pp
Single Occupancy: $1225/pp
Kids ages 2-15: $225/per child
These rates reflect a 40% savings off regular rate. Additional nights available at discounted rates. Rates above will be valid only until July 15, 2004. After this date any available space will be re-priced at a higher rate.

Rates are per person and include:
Roundtrip airport to hotel transfers.
All hotel gratuities and taxes.
Multiple a la carte’ dining options.
Unlimited premium brand alcohol.
Land and water sports.
In addition to all this, Jimmy and the Parrots will be playing throughout the week and we will be visiting some of the Margaritavilles in Jamaica. Airfare from your preferred departure city also available. A $300 deposit will guarantee your reservation at the above rates. Please contact RHONDA BASTIAN at VIP VACATIONS to make your reservation. Deposit can be made by check, cash, or credit card. This trip is open to all Parrotheads across the country, and space is limited so reserve your room now!

Yeamon 2005 being brought to you by:
Rhonda Bastian, VIP Vacations,
3114 Clay St, Whitehall, PA 18052.
Phone 610.266.1995, or email to oldernotup@rcn.com or rhondavipvacations@rcn.com
SEE YOU IN JAMAICA!!!!!