Action Items: Please take action on these initiatives!
Thank you to all who have already responded.
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Invite your friends to the Blue Jean Ball
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Thanks to all who participated. We had a great turnout for the Chipotle fundraiser this week and made
$533.00!
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Here are the boats and times for the Head of the Schuylkill this Sunday, Oct 27:
- Women's HS 1x at 8:55 - All GV Crew
- Men's HS 4+ Varsity at 9:40 - GV Crew
- Men's HS 4+ JV at 12:50 - 2 seats GV, 2 seats WYRA, plus GV Cox
- Women's HS 4+ (Frosh/Novice) at 2:00 - 2 seats GV, 2 seats WYRA, plus GV Cox
More information will be sent out via REMIND as we get closer to Sunday.
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The
Blue Jean Ball
is quickly approaching! Mark your calendars for
Saturday, November 16th.
This fundraiser is critical to our ability to have a crew program and keep your kids rowing.
Full participation
is expected, and for it to be a successful event, we’re asking each family to bring a minimum of
two additional
couples.
You can count on great
auction items, yummy food, an open bar, live music
, and lots of fun people. So grab your friends and let’s make this the best event of the fall season!
Buy your tickets here and share the link:
www.gvco.org/crew-blue
We will also need donations for the auction/raffle.
If you or someone you know has something to donate,
please contact Marcy Schell at
Marcella.Schell@ogc.upenn.edu
or Jennifer Grobe at jjgrobe@aol.com
organizers know about donations you are
able to secure for the event.
Click
HERE
for a copy of the flyer.
Email your friends and share it on social media.
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS - IMPORTANT DATES:
Fundraising
Survey
Due - Wednesday, October 23
Head of the Schuylkill Regatta - Sunday, October 27
Braxton Regatta - Sunday, November 10
Note that we are NOT participating in Frostbite on November 9
Blue Jean Ball - Saturday, November 16, 7-10pm
Drop-N-Shop Fundraiser - Friday, November 29, 5-9pm
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Uniforms
Uniforms can be purchased by contacting Pat McDonald
610-716-8137
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Spirit Wear
Look for a survey soon to determine interest in spirit wear purchases before the holidays.
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US Rowing Convention - Junior Day
Philadelphia 201 Hotel
Taking place on Saturday, December 7, Junior Day will feature: Recruiting 101 presented by Princeton University Assistant Coach Bill Manning, Signs of Overtraining by USRowing team physician Dr. Kate Ackerman, Team Culture by Gonzaga College High School Head Coach Andy Bacas, and more. More info
HERE
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Please complete this short fundraising
SURVEY
by October 23!
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Navy Day Regatta:
SATURDAY, October 12
Head of the Schuylkill:
SUNDAY, October 27
NOTE CHANGE: We are not rowing in FROSTBITE on Sat. November 9
Braxton:
SUNDAY, November 10
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Practices are held at the Wilmington Youth Rowing Association (WYRA) boathouse.
500 E Front St.
Wilmington, DE 19801
M-W-F 3:45-6:15
Saturdays: 10:00-1:00
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Questions about GV Crew? Contact John Brewer at gvcrewpd@gmail.com
For additions to the newsletter: Email Robin Brewer at gvcrewm@gmail.com
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STATE FARM "QUOTES FOR GOOD"
Contact Kelly Paster during October, November and December 2019 and State Farm will make a $10 donation to GVCO.
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ChopHouse Grille - Nov 6
GVCO Dine&Donate
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GVCO and ChopHouse Grille in Exton have partnered up for a Dine&Donate event on Wednesday, Nov 6th. Drop in for a drink and a bite to eat.
Make sure to mention GVCO to your server and part of the proceeds will benefit GVCO.
Date: November 6th
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Great Valley Community Organization
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Cradles to Crayons Donation Drive - Happening NOW
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Dates: October 14th - November 18th
Drop-off Location: GVBL Center
Your donations support Cradles to Crayons' efforts to provide children living in homeless or low-income situations with the essentials they need to thrive.
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Save the Date: March 6, 2020
GVBL Toss & Tailgate 2020
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Mark your calendar for the Annual GVBL Fundraiser!
When: March 6, 2020
Where: The Desmond Hotel
Big Cornhole Tournament, Live & Silent Auctions, Great Food & Drinks. Plan to join us and bring your friends!!
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NEW GVCO COMMUNITY CENTER
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SEE What The New GVCO Community Center Will Look Like - Inside & Outside
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Give a little...GET A LOT!
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GVCO Funding Director Joan Giombetti is ready to raise the🌡
GVCO has reached a major milestone & surpassed $2M raised for the new community center! The current total for the capital campaign is now
$2,243,701
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Learn More:
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CONNECT WITH US
Great Valley Crew
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CONNECT WITH US
Great Valley Community Organization
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