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October-November, 2008
(Vol. 21 - No. 4)
Union Benefits
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Have you taken advantage of any of the benefits you are entitled to as a member of Local 40-543?
These benefits include:
* Access to quality Group Insurance Plans, among which are Instrument/Equipment, Major Medical, Hospital Protection, Disability Income and others;
* Access to the many Union Plus Benefits, among which are Travel & Entertainment Discounts, AFL-CIO endorsed Credit Card, Auto Insurance, Legal Services and many more;
* Members Only access to the Local 40-543 and AFM websites.
If you have availed yourself of any of these benefits, we invite you to share your experience
with your fellow members by writing a brief summary of such experience for publication in The
Baltimore Musician.
Please contact the .
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Labor Day Parade
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Secretary-Treasurer Hook and former Board member Mel Seebode flank the Bourbon Street Ramblers -
Matt Belzer (tenor sax,) Al Straub (cornet,) Rhoades Whitehill (trombone,) Henning Hoehne
(clarinet,) Mike Flaherty (drums,) Ed Goldstein (tuba.)
They participated, for the third consecutive year, in the Dundalk Labor Day Parade, which was
instituted by Bill Barry, Director of Labor Studies at CCBC Dundalk. Many thanks to Local 37,
Operating Engineers, for providing the flatbed truck.
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Community Concerts at Second Presbyterian Church
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Jan 18 - 7:30 pm
CHAMBER MUSIC BY CANDLELIGHT*
Feb 22 - 7:30 pm
CHAMBER MUSIC BY CANDLELIGHT*
*Please note that these ensembles are comprised of members of the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra.
All concerts take place in the beautiful sanctuary of Second Presbyterian Church at 4200 St. Paul Street in Baltimore.
For more information, visit www.CommunityConcertsAtSecond.org or call 443-759-3309.
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Union Plus Scholarship
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Applications for the 2009 Union Plus Scholarship Program, which offers $150,000 in scholarships annually to union members, their spouses and dependants, are now available. Application deadline is January 31, 2008.
To download the application, visit www.UnionPlus.org/scholarships. Or, send a postcard with your name, return address, telephone number and international union name to: Union Plus Education Foundation, c/o Union Privilege, PO Box 34800, Washington, DC 20043-4800. The application deadline is January 31, 2009.
Since 1992, the Union Plus Scholarship program has provided more than $2.5 million to help fulfill the educational dreams of students who represent millions of working families across the nation. Union Plus Scholarship awards are presented annually.
All members of unions participating in the Union Plus programs (as well as their spouses and dependent children) are eligible to apply for scholarships. You do not need to participate in a program in order to be eligible.
How the Scholarship Program Works
In addition to demonstrating academic ability, applicants are required to submit essays of no more than 500 words describing their career goals, detailing their relationship with the union movement and explaining why they are deserving of a union scholarship.
Individuals must be accepted into an accredited college or university, community college or recognized technical or trade school at the time the award is issued. Graduate school students are also eligible for Union Plus Scholarships. There is no requirement to have participated in any Union Plus program in order to apply.
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In Memory of...
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Bob Fields
3/15/1928 - 10/13/2008
Bob Fields, an outstanding jazz pianist and arranger, was a charter member of Hank Levy's band in the late 50's into the 60's and was a lifelong champion of Jazz. During his long career, he performed at most of the area's leading venues, including The Diamondback Lounge at the Lord Baltimore Hotel, The Prime Rib and The Chesapeake Restaurant. The Saturday, October 18 edition of The Sun carried a comprehensive article.
Mihaly "Misi" Virizlay
11/2/1931 - 10/13/2008
Mihaly "Misi" Virizlay, who served as principal cellist with the Baltimore Symphony Orchestra from 1962 -- 2002, was an outstanding artist and a true bon vivant who enjoyed playing poker nearly as much as playing cello. Misi was, indeed, unique. The Thursday, October 16 edition of The Sun carried a comprehensive article.
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Holiday Spectacular with the BSO
Jack Everly, Conductor -- Sandi Patty, Host
Holiday Spectacular Chorus & Dancers
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The BSO Holiday Spectacular is back, and even more spectacular. Get your tickets early for Baltimore's newest holiday tradition, featuring the return of the Dancing Santas and a sensational cast of over 100 singers, dancers and musicians.
Friday, December 12 - 7:30 pm
Saturday, December 13 - 2 & 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 14 - 2 pm
Wednesday, December 17 - 2 & 7:30 pm
Thursday, December 18 - 7:30 pm
Friday, December 19 - 2 & 7:30 pm
Saturday, December 20 - 2 & 7:30 pm
Sunday, December 21 - 2 pm
Tuesday, December 23 - 2 & 7:30 pm
We've made our holiday plans...have you?
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TEMPO
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Through October 27, 2008, fifty-six 40-543 members have generously contributed $1,183 to
TEMPO. While this is a respectable number of participants, it is less than half of last year's
number.
You might be interested to know that your Local was one of the largest contributors to TEMPO in
2007. Also, you should read the International Musician to see how the increased funding of
TEMPO is having some impact on legislative progress. Let's keep it up!!
REMINDER:
Law does not allow unions to use their general funds for political activity; yet such
activity is necessary if unions are to avoid getting obliterated in the political process.
That's where TEMPO comes in.
Your voluntary contributions, combined with those of your colleagues, allows the
AFM to have some impact with respect to candidates who support musicians/labor's
interests, as well as legislation favorable to same.
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American Red Cross Blood Supply
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The shortage of blood seems to have become perpetual. Your participation could help
ameliorate this situation.
The unit of blood that you donate could help a cancer patient or an accident victim
either of whom could be a family member, friend or colleague.
Make a difference, Give the Gift of Life. It usually takes less than an hour, so please try
to set aside the time to make a donation.
Donors must meet health requirements, weigh at least 110 pounds and be at least 17 years of age.
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Mt. Hope
4700 Mt. Hope Dr.
Seton Business Park
Baltimore, MD 21215
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Columbia
10 Corporate Cnt., S G4
10400 Little Patuxent Pkwy.
Columbia, MD 21044
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Towson/Lutherville
1134 York Rd., S 301
Lutherville, MD 21093
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Glen Burnie
30 Greenway Ave., NW
Suite 4
Glen Burnie, MD 21061
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Bel Air
Bright Oaks Courtyard
2021 Emmorton Rd., Rt. 924
Bel Air, MD 21014
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White Marsh
White Marsh Professional Bldg., #123
7939 Honeygo Blvd.
White Marsh, MD 21236
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Please, "GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE"
Dial 1-800-GIVE LIFE to make an appointment.
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