The Social Security Alumni Association newsletter for December 2010 has now been delivered.
Included in this issue is the following content:
Reservation form for the Reunion Luncheon which will take place on May 19, 2011.
Calendar of activity, including a schedule of monthly Baltimore Chapter luncheons at the Windsor Inn.
Some "Words of Wisdom."
A list of members who have passed away recently.
Articles on the following subjects:
How to avoid dangerous falls.
High blood pressure's relationship to dementia.
Reducing the risk of GERD.
A surgical option for GERD.
An osteoporosive drug as a cancer preventer.
Recovering from Identity Theft.
Home inspections.
Reports from:
The Magic City SSAA Chapter in Birmingham, Alabama.
The San Francisco Bay Area Chapter.
The Southern California Chapter.
The Kansas City Chapter.
The Baltimore Chapter.
The newsletter is available to all members of the Social Security Alumni Association.
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Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Wednesday, December 1, 2010
More folks who are retiring now, and one passing.
Posters in the Social Security Headquarters Building show that some of our friends and co-workers are retiring soon and will be having events planned for them.
Darlene MacDonald .. party: Dec 2, 2010
Millie Sassafras .. party: Dec 9, 2010
Gary Sievers .. party: Jan 14, 2010
Donna Terwilliger and Innes Riley .. combined party: Dec 8, 2010
Marsha McCorr .. party: Dec 8, 2010
Bob Hoopert .. party: Dec 14, 2010
Paul Swanenburg .. party: Dec 16, 2010@ SSA
Josie Anderson .. party: Dec 14, 2010
Diane Scribner .. party: Jan 16, 2010
Joan Savage .. party: Dec 14, 2010
Sharyn Diepold .. party: Dec 15, 2010
Sarah Tally .. party: Dec 2, 2010
Guy Moody .. party: Dec 9, 2010
I'm also sorry to report the passing of Dexter Rasmussen this month in York, PA.
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Darlene MacDonald .. party: Dec 2, 2010
Millie Sassafras .. party: Dec 9, 2010
Gary Sievers .. party: Jan 14, 2010
Donna Terwilliger and Innes Riley .. combined party: Dec 8, 2010
Marsha McCorr .. party: Dec 8, 2010
Bob Hoopert .. party: Dec 14, 2010
Paul Swanenburg .. party: Dec 16, 2010@ SSA
Josie Anderson .. party: Dec 14, 2010
Diane Scribner .. party: Jan 16, 2010
Joan Savage .. party: Dec 14, 2010
Sharyn Diepold .. party: Dec 15, 2010
Sarah Tally .. party: Dec 2, 2010
Guy Moody .. party: Dec 9, 2010
I'm also sorry to report the passing of Dexter Rasmussen this month in York, PA.
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Monday, November 29, 2010
Social Security People Events up to 11/29/10
Stan Blusiewicz (OEEAS) retired a couple of months ago. At the time, Stan was a Branch Chief and in his spare time was/and is an amazing magician.. in fact, his title is "The Amazing Stanley".
My family was lucky to have Stan perform for us at a special event a short while ago. Stan certainly lives up to his title.. I sat near him as he did his thing.. and I could not figure out how he did any of his spectacular "tricks". Give him a call; he loves to perform.. and he is AMAZING!
George Schmittle will be retiring soon.
Bob Hoopert will be retiring soon.
Paul Swanenburg will be retiring in December and there will be an in-house party for him.
Diane Scribner, Office of Learning, is retiring soon.
I'm sorry to also report the following:
The father of India Banks (DMPT2S) passed away in November.
The mother of Joyce Grove passed away in October.
The husband of Jane Hess (retired) passed away in November. My late wife, Elaine Langlois Vaughan, was a good friend of Jane and we were priviledged to know her talented husband, Richard.
(Some of this information was supplied by Lauren Watkins at the Social Security Administration. )
I will not provide contact information in a blog entry, so, if you are a friend or former co-worker and need to know more information about any of these people, place a comment on this entry, or send me an email at jvaughan9@msn.com or Facebook entry, and I will send your request to the party involved.
Please don't forget to visit our revised Social Security Alumni website:
http://www.ssaanational.org/
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My family was lucky to have Stan perform for us at a special event a short while ago. Stan certainly lives up to his title.. I sat near him as he did his thing.. and I could not figure out how he did any of his spectacular "tricks". Give him a call; he loves to perform.. and he is AMAZING!
George Schmittle will be retiring soon.
Bob Hoopert will be retiring soon.
Paul Swanenburg will be retiring in December and there will be an in-house party for him.
Diane Scribner, Office of Learning, is retiring soon.
I'm sorry to also report the following:
The father of India Banks (DMPT2S) passed away in November.
The mother of Joyce Grove passed away in October.
The husband of Jane Hess (retired) passed away in November. My late wife, Elaine Langlois Vaughan, was a good friend of Jane and we were priviledged to know her talented husband, Richard.
(Some of this information was supplied by Lauren Watkins at the Social Security Administration. )
I will not provide contact information in a blog entry, so, if you are a friend or former co-worker and need to know more information about any of these people, place a comment on this entry, or send me an email at jvaughan9@msn.com or Facebook entry, and I will send your request to the party involved.
Please don't forget to visit our revised Social Security Alumni website:
http://www.ssaanational.org/
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Saturday, August 28, 2010
Social Security Alumni Association Calendar and Information
Death of Bob Whisenand: Bob Whisenand, a recent recipient of the Social Security Alumni Association Lifetime Achievement Award, passed away on August 25, 2010. He was 94 years old and had lost his wife of 72 years last April. I attended the funeral this morning at the Loch Raven United Methodist Church. I was priviledged to be able to say a few words about Bob's noteworthy career at Social Security and all the work he did for the Social Security Alumni Association.
Bob spent 34 years working for SSA Headquarters and as soon as he retired, he showed up at the Alumni office, looking for work. Bob served on the Alumni board of directors for over 25 years, many of those years serving as both National Treasurer and Baltimore Chapter Treasurer, simultaneously.
Bob and his wife Thelma attended all of our Alumni functions, and made a beautiful couple. At Bob and Thelma's gravesite, I saw a shiny bronze plaque showing the usual birth and death dates, but also next to Bob's name, a male golfer, and next to Thelma's name, a female golfer. (They loved the game and I've been told that they were very good at it.) On the bottom of the bronze plaque is carved "Together Forever".
Note from Herb Doggette:: I received a nice note from former Acting Commissioner, Herb Doggette. He says that he and his wife, Betty are doing very well and play tennis 2-3 times per week and golf 1-2 times per week. They are very active in their church and local community affairs and travel a lot.
Herb and Betty were honored for their recent 50th wedding anniversary with a formal banquet put on by their Retirement Community. They joined 35 other couples at the affair! Herb says: ...(this) gave us new faith in the longevity of marriage!"
Herb had comments for some former co-workers and I will pass them on to these persons.
Updated Website: Students from an Ellicott City, Maryland High School have finished updating our website. Check it out:
http://www.ssaanational.org/
Brochure: A brochure entitled A Well-Kept Secret has been prepared in draft. One of our very talented alumni members, Valerie Wood, will be taking the draft and making it into a nice-looking handout for potential members. Meanwhile, we will copy the draft brochure and send it hither and yon in an attempt to gain more members. Some of us will be taking brochures to SSA-related groups and talking to them about the benefits of joining us. We do need a lot of new members to avoid a dues increase.
Chapter Names in the News: Members in the areas around Birmingham, Alabama, will be seeing these familiar names in the September 2010 issue of the Social Times. If you recognize any of these names, but are not a member, you might want to join us to find out what has happened to them lately.
Ken Murray, Hart Felder, Barbara Wiggins, Diana Quinones, George Post, Rosalie Sacco,Ray Floyd. Ron Elder, Flo McKeehan, Deloris Massey, Eleanor Williamson, Gloria Miles, Olean East, Delores Creel, Gail Pugh, Judy Walker, Violet Townsend, Ruby Barr, Cheryl Adams, Martha Massey, Ken Murray, Charles Culp, Margaret Scoggins, Lucille Philpot, Charles Yerby, Roscoe Fleming, Virginia Cowgill, Ruth Bibb, Mary Knight, Billy Poole, Clyde Allen, James Ray,Jackie Rohling, Mae Tittle, Rosa Dykes, Ed Graham, Ann Post
Calendar! SSAA functions in the Baltimore/DC area.
October 11, 2010 Carroll County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
October 12, 2010 Baltimore MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
November 8, 2010 Carroll County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
November 9, 2010 Baltimore MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
November 18, 2010 Baltimore MD Chapter Holiday Party/Luncheon
December 8, 2010 DC Chapter Holiday Party/Luncheon
December 13, 2010 Carroll County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
December 14, 2010 Maryland Members Luncheon and Yankee Swap
January 10, 2011 Carroll County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
January 11, 2011 Baltimore County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
For more information, contact us at 410-848-1838, 410-965-7434 or 410-965-7433
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Bob spent 34 years working for SSA Headquarters and as soon as he retired, he showed up at the Alumni office, looking for work. Bob served on the Alumni board of directors for over 25 years, many of those years serving as both National Treasurer and Baltimore Chapter Treasurer, simultaneously.
Bob and his wife Thelma attended all of our Alumni functions, and made a beautiful couple. At Bob and Thelma's gravesite, I saw a shiny bronze plaque showing the usual birth and death dates, but also next to Bob's name, a male golfer, and next to Thelma's name, a female golfer. (They loved the game and I've been told that they were very good at it.) On the bottom of the bronze plaque is carved "Together Forever".
Note from Herb Doggette:: I received a nice note from former Acting Commissioner, Herb Doggette. He says that he and his wife, Betty are doing very well and play tennis 2-3 times per week and golf 1-2 times per week. They are very active in their church and local community affairs and travel a lot.
Herb and Betty were honored for their recent 50th wedding anniversary with a formal banquet put on by their Retirement Community. They joined 35 other couples at the affair! Herb says: ...(this) gave us new faith in the longevity of marriage!"
Herb had comments for some former co-workers and I will pass them on to these persons.
Updated Website: Students from an Ellicott City, Maryland High School have finished updating our website. Check it out:
http://www.ssaanational.org/
Brochure: A brochure entitled A Well-Kept Secret has been prepared in draft. One of our very talented alumni members, Valerie Wood, will be taking the draft and making it into a nice-looking handout for potential members. Meanwhile, we will copy the draft brochure and send it hither and yon in an attempt to gain more members. Some of us will be taking brochures to SSA-related groups and talking to them about the benefits of joining us. We do need a lot of new members to avoid a dues increase.
Chapter Names in the News: Members in the areas around Birmingham, Alabama, will be seeing these familiar names in the September 2010 issue of the Social Times. If you recognize any of these names, but are not a member, you might want to join us to find out what has happened to them lately.
Ken Murray, Hart Felder, Barbara Wiggins, Diana Quinones, George Post, Rosalie Sacco,Ray Floyd. Ron Elder, Flo McKeehan, Deloris Massey, Eleanor Williamson, Gloria Miles, Olean East, Delores Creel, Gail Pugh, Judy Walker, Violet Townsend, Ruby Barr, Cheryl Adams, Martha Massey, Ken Murray, Charles Culp, Margaret Scoggins, Lucille Philpot, Charles Yerby, Roscoe Fleming, Virginia Cowgill, Ruth Bibb, Mary Knight, Billy Poole, Clyde Allen, James Ray,Jackie Rohling, Mae Tittle, Rosa Dykes, Ed Graham, Ann Post
Calendar! SSAA functions in the Baltimore/DC area.
October 11, 2010 Carroll County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
October 12, 2010 Baltimore MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
November 8, 2010 Carroll County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
November 9, 2010 Baltimore MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
November 18, 2010 Baltimore MD Chapter Holiday Party/Luncheon
December 8, 2010 DC Chapter Holiday Party/Luncheon
December 13, 2010 Carroll County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
December 14, 2010 Maryland Members Luncheon and Yankee Swap
January 10, 2011 Carroll County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
January 11, 2011 Baltimore County MD Chapter Monthly Luncheon
For more information, contact us at 410-848-1838, 410-965-7434 or 410-965-7433
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Tuesday, February 23, 2010
TRIPS .. SOS
Our trip to the Basilica and Tio Pepe's has been moved to April and we need some more attendees in order not to lose money on the trip. Give Marsha Long a call at
410-756-3667.
In addition, some people who asked to be on our March 9th free casino trip have not followed through and we have some seats open. Please think about joining us and filling those seats, otherwise, again, we will lose some money on the trip.
thanks.
Joe Vaughan Acting President, SSAA
410-756-3667.
In addition, some people who asked to be on our March 9th free casino trip have not followed through and we have some seats open. Please think about joining us and filling those seats, otherwise, again, we will lose some money on the trip.
thanks.
Joe Vaughan Acting President, SSAA
Saturday, February 20, 2010
New Website
Just wanted to let you know that I delivered a draft plan for an updated website for the Social Security Alumni Association. A company that consists of very talented and technically expert high school seniors will be assessing the plan and preparing a response and a price for their work, if we engage them.
Meanwhile, you can still visit www.ssaanational.org and weed through some extraneous and outdated material to find good stuff.
The membership application forms are still good on the site and can be downloaded if you wish. Our yearly membership fee is still only $10. For that price, you get our "award winning" newsletter, a subscription to the OASIS magazine (when published), a listing of our members,showing their regular mail addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses (but only if the members wanted that information published), information about trips and cruises, and activities in the 13 chapters around the U.S., plus a beautiful membership pin that you can wear all the time, so everybody can see how proud you are to work, or have worked, for the Social Security Administration.
If you have any questions, you can comment on this posting.. or else give me a call at 410-848-1838. You may also call the Alumni Office on Tuesdays at 410-965-7434.
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Meanwhile, you can still visit www.ssaanational.org and weed through some extraneous and outdated material to find good stuff.
The membership application forms are still good on the site and can be downloaded if you wish. Our yearly membership fee is still only $10. For that price, you get our "award winning" newsletter, a subscription to the OASIS magazine (when published), a listing of our members,showing their regular mail addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses (but only if the members wanted that information published), information about trips and cruises, and activities in the 13 chapters around the U.S., plus a beautiful membership pin that you can wear all the time, so everybody can see how proud you are to work, or have worked, for the Social Security Administration.
If you have any questions, you can comment on this posting.. or else give me a call at 410-848-1838. You may also call the Alumni Office on Tuesdays at 410-965-7434.
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Wednesday, February 17, 2010
OASIS.. Awards Issue (for 2009)
The OASIS awards issue for awards given out in 2009 has just been published. Only current Social Security employees and members of the Social Security Alumni Association get copies.
I've been retired from SSA for 15 years now, but I still knew 16 of the awardees.
They all still look as handsome and pretty as they did when I retired.
I've been retired from SSA for 15 years now, but I still knew 16 of the awardees.
They all still look as handsome and pretty as they did when I retired.
Monday, February 15, 2010
Update on the trip to the AVAM + Rusty Scupper
The Social Security Alumni trip to the American Visionary Art Museum and Rusty Scupper is ready for reservations. The trip date is May 26, 2010.
The trip includes a bus ride from and to the Social Security Building in Woodlawn. admission to the museum, a great lunch at the Rusty Scupper and all taxes and gratuities.
If you have ever tried to park near the museum, you will appreciate going on a nice relaxing bus ride instead.
I've wanted to visit the museum but was worried about parking.. ditto for the Rusty Scupper. Everybody I've talked to about the museum and also about the Rusty Scupper, have nothing but praise for both.
Join us! Sign up now and don't be left out.
Call Marsha Long at 410-756-3667.
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Here is a brief summary of upcoming trips.
April 19th.. revised date for the Basilica and Tio Pepe's. (Still room for a few more folks.)
May 26th.. the trip to AVAM and Rusty Scupper, mentioned above.
June 6th and 7th .. overnight trip to New York.
July 18th.. Toby's Dinner Theater. Hairspray!
August 5th.. Kent Island crab feast.. our annual event.
August 29 to September 2 .. New England and Cape Cod.
October.. Caribbean cruise.
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Trips under consideration:
Lunch at the Engineers' Club.
Madame Tussaud's in DC.
National Harbor.
Lunch at Gaylord.
High tea at the National Cathedral in DC.
Ocean City.
Lauray Caverns.
Dining cruises in the Baltimore harbor.
Berlin, Maryland.
Colonial Williamsburg.
Annapolis.
St. Michaels.
Atlantic City.
Wildwood, NJ.
New England coastline by bus.
Cruise to New England.
If you have ideas about other trips, please let Marsha know.
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The trip includes a bus ride from and to the Social Security Building in Woodlawn. admission to the museum, a great lunch at the Rusty Scupper and all taxes and gratuities.
If you have ever tried to park near the museum, you will appreciate going on a nice relaxing bus ride instead.
I've wanted to visit the museum but was worried about parking.. ditto for the Rusty Scupper. Everybody I've talked to about the museum and also about the Rusty Scupper, have nothing but praise for both.
Join us! Sign up now and don't be left out.
Call Marsha Long at 410-756-3667.
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Here is a brief summary of upcoming trips.
April 19th.. revised date for the Basilica and Tio Pepe's. (Still room for a few more folks.)
May 26th.. the trip to AVAM and Rusty Scupper, mentioned above.
June 6th and 7th .. overnight trip to New York.
July 18th.. Toby's Dinner Theater. Hairspray!
August 5th.. Kent Island crab feast.. our annual event.
August 29 to September 2 .. New England and Cape Cod.
October.. Caribbean cruise.
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Trips under consideration:
Lunch at the Engineers' Club.
Madame Tussaud's in DC.
National Harbor.
Lunch at Gaylord.
High tea at the National Cathedral in DC.
Ocean City.
Lauray Caverns.
Dining cruises in the Baltimore harbor.
Berlin, Maryland.
Colonial Williamsburg.
Annapolis.
St. Michaels.
Atlantic City.
Wildwood, NJ.
New England coastline by bus.
Cruise to New England.
If you have ideas about other trips, please let Marsha know.
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Tuesday, February 9, 2010
Social Security Alumni Calendar 02/09/10
The Social Security Alumni Association has a lot of activities planned for the next few months in the Baltimore, Maryland area, as shown in this calendar. Details on these activities will be listed in the Social Times newsletter.
To sign up early, get advance information, or if you do not have access to the newsletter, please feel free to contact one of the following persons. (For other matters or questions about any aspect of the Association, contact our office at 410-965-7433 or 410-965-7434. We are only there on Tuesdays; however, you may leave us a message at any time.)
Trips: Marsha Long 410-756-3667.
Crab Feast: Mary Patterson.
Reunion Luncheon: Cathy Hiebler 410-965-7434.
Monthly Luncheons:Joe Vaughan 410-848-1838.
Board Meetings: Joe Vaughan 410-848-1838.
(Another way to contact us is by email at ssaanational@yahoo.com )
Feb 15, 2010 Day trip to the Baltimore Basilica and Tio Pepe's.
Feb 16, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
Mar 08, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
Mar 09, 2010 Day trip to a Pennsylvania Casino.
Mar 16, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
Apr 12, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
Apr 13, 2010 Baltimore Chapter Luncheon at the Windsor Inn, Baltimore County.
Apr 20, 2010 Alumnii Board Meeting at SSA.
May 10, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
May 11, 2010 Baltimore Chapter Luncheon at the Windsor Inn.
May 18, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
May 20, 2010 Annual Reunion Luncheon at Snyder's Willow Grove.
May 26, 2010 Day trip to the American Visionary Museum and Rusty Scupper.
Jun 06, 2010 Two-day trip to New York City.
Jun 08, 2010 Baltimore Chapter Luncheon at the Windsor Inn.
Jun 14, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
Jun 15, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
Jul 12, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
Jul 13, 2010 Baltimore Chapter Luncheon at the Windsor Inn.
Jul 18, 2010 Toby's Dinner Theater for Hairspray.
Jul 20, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
Aug 12, 2010 TENTATIVE DATE. Annual crab feast on Kent Island.
(Details will be forthcoming about the cruise in the Fall.)
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To sign up early, get advance information, or if you do not have access to the newsletter, please feel free to contact one of the following persons. (For other matters or questions about any aspect of the Association, contact our office at 410-965-7433 or 410-965-7434. We are only there on Tuesdays; however, you may leave us a message at any time.)
Trips: Marsha Long 410-756-3667.
Crab Feast: Mary Patterson.
Reunion Luncheon: Cathy Hiebler 410-965-7434.
Monthly Luncheons:Joe Vaughan 410-848-1838.
Board Meetings: Joe Vaughan 410-848-1838.
(Another way to contact us is by email at ssaanational@yahoo.com )
Feb 15, 2010 Day trip to the Baltimore Basilica and Tio Pepe's.
Feb 16, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
Mar 08, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
Mar 09, 2010 Day trip to a Pennsylvania Casino.
Mar 16, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
Apr 12, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
Apr 13, 2010 Baltimore Chapter Luncheon at the Windsor Inn, Baltimore County.
Apr 20, 2010 Alumnii Board Meeting at SSA.
May 10, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
May 11, 2010 Baltimore Chapter Luncheon at the Windsor Inn.
May 18, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
May 20, 2010 Annual Reunion Luncheon at Snyder's Willow Grove.
May 26, 2010 Day trip to the American Visionary Museum and Rusty Scupper.
Jun 06, 2010 Two-day trip to New York City.
Jun 08, 2010 Baltimore Chapter Luncheon at the Windsor Inn.
Jun 14, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
Jun 15, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
Jul 12, 2010 Carroll County Chapter Luncheon at Bullock's.
Jul 13, 2010 Baltimore Chapter Luncheon at the Windsor Inn.
Jul 18, 2010 Toby's Dinner Theater for Hairspray.
Jul 20, 2010 Alumni Board Meeting at SSA.
Aug 12, 2010 TENTATIVE DATE. Annual crab feast on Kent Island.
(Details will be forthcoming about the cruise in the Fall.)
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Tuesday, February 2, 2010
Last Chance for the Casino Tour
Just a few seats left for the Casino Tour on March 9, 2010. This is the tour to a new Pennsylvania casino.. where the returns from the casino offset the price of the tour.. in effect, the trip will cost nothing.
Contact Marsha at 410-756-3667 as soon as possible! Don't miss out.
Contact Marsha at 410-756-3667 as soon as possible! Don't miss out.
Friday, January 29, 2010
Memory of a Loyal Alumni Member
One of our most loyal Social Security Alumni members passed away over a year ago. Today, I was pleased to find a tribute to him at the Carroll County Community Media Center (Westminster, Maryland). I think it would be appropriate to cite this tribute so that his friends who read this blog might learn about an additional facet of his life.
Stan Keasel Remembered
"On November 5, 2008, the CMC (Carroll Media Center) lost Stanley 'Stan' Keasel, Jr., one of our most dedicated production volunteers. Stan helped with Memorial Day Perades, the Literacy Council's Spelin' Be, Critter Chatter, the CMC's Holiday Open House, and FallFest Parades. He was also an integral part of Terry Powell's The Good, The Bad, and The Huh. he will be sorely missed."
Amen to that!
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Stan Keasel Remembered
"On November 5, 2008, the CMC (Carroll Media Center) lost Stanley 'Stan' Keasel, Jr., one of our most dedicated production volunteers. Stan helped with Memorial Day Perades, the Literacy Council's Spelin' Be, Critter Chatter, the CMC's Holiday Open House, and FallFest Parades. He was also an integral part of Terry Powell's The Good, The Bad, and The Huh. he will be sorely missed."
Amen to that!
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Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Upcoming Cruise for the Alumni Association.
At today's Social Security Alumni Association, we agreed on some trips, one of them is a cruise:
October 24th to October 31st.. we will book a cruise out of Baltimroe to Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, Dominican Republic and Labadee. Inside staterooms will cost around $945 per person. A deposit of $250 per person will be due soon.
If you are interested, please call Marsha Long as soon as possible at 410-756-3667.
If you are in the Baltimore, DC, Delaware, Virginia area.. you can drive to the dock and leave your car there in safety. Or, you can have someone drop you off.
I've been on two tours out of Baltimore and it was wonderful.
The ship is the "Enchantment of the Sea" and the crusise line is Royal Caribbean.
Don't miss this one. Join your fellow Social Security people on a fun cruise!
Joe Vaughan
October 24th to October 31st.. we will book a cruise out of Baltimroe to Puerto Rico, St. Thomas, Dominican Republic and Labadee. Inside staterooms will cost around $945 per person. A deposit of $250 per person will be due soon.
If you are interested, please call Marsha Long as soon as possible at 410-756-3667.
If you are in the Baltimore, DC, Delaware, Virginia area.. you can drive to the dock and leave your car there in safety. Or, you can have someone drop you off.
I've been on two tours out of Baltimore and it was wonderful.
The ship is the "Enchantment of the Sea" and the crusise line is Royal Caribbean.
Don't miss this one. Join your fellow Social Security people on a fun cruise!
Joe Vaughan
Great news! the Casino trip is free!
Marsha Long has now arranged to have $25 gaming money given to us as well as $5 towards the buffet.. so that means that the $30 fee for the March casino trip is covered and, in effect, the trip is free.
Now... what could be better than that. Hurry and get to Marsha Long at 410-756-3667as soon as possible to sign up. (See earlier posts for details.)
Joe Vaughan
Now... what could be better than that. Hurry and get to Marsha Long at 410-756-3667as soon as possible to sign up. (See earlier posts for details.)
Joe Vaughan
Last Chance for Basilica Tour and Tio Pepe's
A few of the people who said they would be signing up for the Basilica and Tio Pepe trip have not sent their money in yet so there are a few openings left. Please contact Marsha Long as soon as possible so you won't lose out on this great opportunity. For myself, I can't wait. I've heard a lot about the basilica and I've wanted to visit it for over 40 years.. and now I have a chance. Also.. Tio Pepe's is one of Baltimore's best restaurants. I'm looking forward to the trip, and seeing you there. Joe Vaughan
Sunday, January 17, 2010
Attention Gamblers: A Great Deal!
Don't forget the trip to the Hollywood Casino in Grantville, Pennsylvania on March 9th, 2010.
Published price: $30. But you get $20 in free play and $5 towards the buffet. So, the whole trip costs you only $5. Where else can you get a bargain like that?
Contact Marsha Long as soon as possible to make sure that you have a spot on the bus.
Call her at 410-756-3667.
Also.. it's probably not too late to get in on the February tour of the Baltimore Basilica (you don't even have to be Catholic to go) and lunch at the famous Tio Pepe's Restaurant. Call Marsha soon.
Reservation forms are in your Social Times newsletter. If you do not have the current issue, call Marsha.
Thanks. Joe Vaughan
Published price: $30. But you get $20 in free play and $5 towards the buffet. So, the whole trip costs you only $5. Where else can you get a bargain like that?
Contact Marsha Long as soon as possible to make sure that you have a spot on the bus.
Call her at 410-756-3667.
Also.. it's probably not too late to get in on the February tour of the Baltimore Basilica (you don't even have to be Catholic to go) and lunch at the famous Tio Pepe's Restaurant. Call Marsha soon.
Reservation forms are in your Social Times newsletter. If you do not have the current issue, call Marsha.
Thanks. Joe Vaughan
Tuesday, January 12, 2010
Social Security Alumni: Baltimore Mtg Report for Jan 12, 2010
The January meeting of the Baltimore Chapter of the Social Security Alumni Association took place today (January 12, 2010) at the Windsor Inn, in Baltimore County. Some of the people who planned to attend could not make it, so we had a very small attendance.
Present were Joe V., Edith K., Bob G., Ruth M., Bonnie C., and Bob C. Although a small group, we were quite vocal. We all had soup and salad and iced tea and paid by using a formula developed by John D. The formula makes it easy to figure how much one needs to pay.. it avoids fist fights and bad feelings. All agree to abide by the formula and everybody is happy.
Today we jumped from subject to subject in our discussions. We didn't get to SSA stuff right away.
We wondered how bathing worked in the old days. Did the father get to use the bath water first or last? We discussed the origin of the phrase: "Don't throw the baby out with the bath water." In that case, the baby was the last to use the bath water, when it was quite cloudy and dark from all the other bathers.
Bob G. grew up on a farm that had a stream running through it, so his folks were able to bathe in it.. at least in the Spring and Summer.
Joe V. had the Atlantic Ocean in which to bathe.. even sometimes in the Winter.
Speaking of cold water, we all remembered the old-time washing machines with rollers through which you squeezed out the cold washing water before you hung the wash out on the line. In the Winter, the clothes froze on the line and some of us kids would pretend these clothes were enemy soldiers and would bat at them with big sticks.
We finally got to SSA stuff. Some of us talked about the historic SSA Candler Building and what it looks like today.
We also discussed the number of cases that a Disability Examiner or a Claims Authorizer had to do when Bob G. and Joe V. did those jobs. (Some of us never made the production figure because we were hung up on doing a 100% accurate job, and that took time. Those that didn't make production, were transfered to other jobs.. but usually the other job allowed them to attain a higher grade than they could have on the old job. Somehow, that didn't make sense.)
We talked about the direct deposit of Social Security checks and how that was a big issue for many years. We wondered if every beneficiary has their check direct deposited now.
Another big issue years ago, was the idea of staggering payment dates.. this was the time when everybody got their check on the third of the month. Now, payments are staggered.
In the salad line, we were surprised to bump into some co-workers from prior days who are still working at SSA.
One of our attendees is in his nineties and retired in 1980 (30 years ago!)
The Alumni Association is a social group, and we really socialised today. The hour and a quarter flew by.
Even if you don't live in the Baltimore area, come and join us for next month's meeting on February 9th, 2010, at noontime. When you enter the restaurant, you can ask to be seated with the Social Security group.. but be warned, almost everybody eating lunch there on a Tuesday is from Social Security. Don't worry, you'll find us and we will have a lot of fun.
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Present were Joe V., Edith K., Bob G., Ruth M., Bonnie C., and Bob C. Although a small group, we were quite vocal. We all had soup and salad and iced tea and paid by using a formula developed by John D. The formula makes it easy to figure how much one needs to pay.. it avoids fist fights and bad feelings. All agree to abide by the formula and everybody is happy.
Today we jumped from subject to subject in our discussions. We didn't get to SSA stuff right away.
We wondered how bathing worked in the old days. Did the father get to use the bath water first or last? We discussed the origin of the phrase: "Don't throw the baby out with the bath water." In that case, the baby was the last to use the bath water, when it was quite cloudy and dark from all the other bathers.
Bob G. grew up on a farm that had a stream running through it, so his folks were able to bathe in it.. at least in the Spring and Summer.
Joe V. had the Atlantic Ocean in which to bathe.. even sometimes in the Winter.
Speaking of cold water, we all remembered the old-time washing machines with rollers through which you squeezed out the cold washing water before you hung the wash out on the line. In the Winter, the clothes froze on the line and some of us kids would pretend these clothes were enemy soldiers and would bat at them with big sticks.
We finally got to SSA stuff. Some of us talked about the historic SSA Candler Building and what it looks like today.
We also discussed the number of cases that a Disability Examiner or a Claims Authorizer had to do when Bob G. and Joe V. did those jobs. (Some of us never made the production figure because we were hung up on doing a 100% accurate job, and that took time. Those that didn't make production, were transfered to other jobs.. but usually the other job allowed them to attain a higher grade than they could have on the old job. Somehow, that didn't make sense.)
We talked about the direct deposit of Social Security checks and how that was a big issue for many years. We wondered if every beneficiary has their check direct deposited now.
Another big issue years ago, was the idea of staggering payment dates.. this was the time when everybody got their check on the third of the month. Now, payments are staggered.
In the salad line, we were surprised to bump into some co-workers from prior days who are still working at SSA.
One of our attendees is in his nineties and retired in 1980 (30 years ago!)
The Alumni Association is a social group, and we really socialised today. The hour and a quarter flew by.
Even if you don't live in the Baltimore area, come and join us for next month's meeting on February 9th, 2010, at noontime. When you enter the restaurant, you can ask to be seated with the Social Security group.. but be warned, almost everybody eating lunch there on a Tuesday is from Social Security. Don't worry, you'll find us and we will have a lot of fun.
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Report on the January Carrol County MD Social Security Alumni Chapter
The Carroll County Maryland chapter of the Social Security Alumni Association met at noon on January 11th, 2010, at Bullocks Rte 32 restaurant.
Attendance was light, but the following people showed up: Joe V., Harry J., DeAnn J., Mildred L., Jim F., Phil Y., Don C., Valerie W., Ralph W., and Phyllis C. A small but potent group. (If the names interest you, join our group and find out who they are.)
As usual, we did not lack for things to talk about.. some subjects:
Fixing personal computer problems and Hewlet Packard.
The Homestead Tax Credit (no longer automatic in Carroll County).
Relationship to NARFE (most of the members also belong to the Carroll County NARFE Chapter)
(NARFE thanked Senator Mikulski for making sure Federal retirees will be able to keep their current Health Insurance plans under the Health Reform legislation. I'm pretty sure that Barbara worked at Social Security one time.)
What to do with Government bonds; how to learn the value of your bonds.
Members' pictures in the local papers.
Books (Valerie brought new books for the members),
Chocolate candy (also from Valerie),
Diets (hard to follow when chocolate is around and also all those delicious breads that Bullocks bakes.
Country music.
Insurance (call OPM and make sure you have enough insurance to cover your funeral)
Quirks in the Social Security law.
The cold weather.
Vacations.
This blog.
The Alumni newsletter.
The Basilica and Tio Pepe's Tour in February. (Don't miss it!)
The Casino tour in March. (Don't miss it!)
Upcoming tours and trips that are planned.
Alumni dues that are due. (Still only $10 a year.)
Retiring Social Security workers.
Fellow retirees.
United Seniors of Maryland rally in January.
Macular degeneration.
Alumni luncheons that are planned.
Corvettes.
Chiropractic.
These were just a few of the subjects we covered in an hour and a quarter. Even if you don't live in Carroll County Maryland, join us at Bullocks next February 8th around noontime. We would be glad to see you. (and the food is delicious and cheap!.. and if you order a hamburger, you probably could go to the backyard of the restaurant and see it "on the hoof"..)
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Attendance was light, but the following people showed up: Joe V., Harry J., DeAnn J., Mildred L., Jim F., Phil Y., Don C., Valerie W., Ralph W., and Phyllis C. A small but potent group. (If the names interest you, join our group and find out who they are.)
As usual, we did not lack for things to talk about.. some subjects:
Fixing personal computer problems and Hewlet Packard.
The Homestead Tax Credit (no longer automatic in Carroll County).
Relationship to NARFE (most of the members also belong to the Carroll County NARFE Chapter)
(NARFE thanked Senator Mikulski for making sure Federal retirees will be able to keep their current Health Insurance plans under the Health Reform legislation. I'm pretty sure that Barbara worked at Social Security one time.)
What to do with Government bonds; how to learn the value of your bonds.
Members' pictures in the local papers.
Books (Valerie brought new books for the members),
Chocolate candy (also from Valerie),
Diets (hard to follow when chocolate is around and also all those delicious breads that Bullocks bakes.
Country music.
Insurance (call OPM and make sure you have enough insurance to cover your funeral)
Quirks in the Social Security law.
The cold weather.
Vacations.
This blog.
The Alumni newsletter.
The Basilica and Tio Pepe's Tour in February. (Don't miss it!)
The Casino tour in March. (Don't miss it!)
Upcoming tours and trips that are planned.
Alumni dues that are due. (Still only $10 a year.)
Retiring Social Security workers.
Fellow retirees.
United Seniors of Maryland rally in January.
Macular degeneration.
Alumni luncheons that are planned.
Corvettes.
Chiropractic.
These were just a few of the subjects we covered in an hour and a quarter. Even if you don't live in Carroll County Maryland, join us at Bullocks next February 8th around noontime. We would be glad to see you. (and the food is delicious and cheap!.. and if you order a hamburger, you probably could go to the backyard of the restaurant and see it "on the hoof"..)
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Monday, January 11, 2010
Alumni Sites
At our Carroll County, Maryland Alumni Association meeting today, I passed out the following information for communicating with the organization:
Internet connections related to the Social Security Alumni Association:
Facebook: www.facebook.com
Look for the Social Security Alumni Group (right now: 40 members)0
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Blog: www.ssaanews.blogspot.com
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Carroll County Maryland: www.carrollhistory.org
Look for the Carroll County Social Security Alumni group.
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More sites are being readied.
Internet connections related to the Social Security Alumni Association:
Facebook: www.facebook.com
Look for the Social Security Alumni Group (right now: 40 members)0
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Blog: www.ssaanews.blogspot.com
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Carroll County Maryland: www.carrollhistory.org
Look for the Carroll County Social Security Alumni group.
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More sites are being readied.
Saturday, January 9, 2010
More on the Basilica Tour
OK.. you are right. The form didn't show up the way we wanted it to.. so, if you would like to go, call Marsha Long at 410-756-3667 and she will sign you up and send you the parking information when she receives the trip payment. We have info on other trips that we need to post to this blog. We'll have to figure out how to do it better. Thanks for your patience. Joe Vaughan
Baltimore Basilica Tour In February 2010
The Social Security Alumni Association is sponsoring a tour of the Baltimore Basilica on February 15th, 2010. This is not to be missed. A chartered bus will take us to the Basilica in downtown Baltimore, where we will have a guided tour of this famous cathedral.
Afterwards, we will have a nice lunch at Tio Pepe's Restaurant, one of Baltimore's famous eating places. You need to get your reservation in soon, so you won't be left out.
Attached is a copy of the reservation form. Enlarge it, print it, and fill it out as soon as possible. Send it in with the price of $46. and get ready to have a memorable trip.
Also attached is a map of the parking area at the Social Security Building in Woodlawn, where the bus pickup will occur.
Any questions? Please call Marsha Long at 410-756-3667. This trip is open to everyone, not just Alumni members.
Tuesday, January 5, 2010
The New Central Office
For those of you who have been retired for a while and haven't seen the Central Office buildings for a few years, you might be very surprised by the changes that have been made. (I don't think I will be violating any security rules by mentioning a few of these changes.)
If you entered into the front door on the Security Boulevard side, everything would probably look similar to the Altmyer Building of the 1960's, once you got past the high security stations. The lobby and the multi-purpose/auditorium look much the same, but the "SSA Historical Museum" has been moved to the operations building and a small Social Security district office is now located nearby.
As you enter the cafeteria you will immediately notice a big change. It is now set up like a shopping mall food court. It is crowded with very efficient fast food stations and you can place your order by computer. Very impressive. When the weather is warm, some of the food stations move outside to the big grassy courtyard, and often hobbyists drive their big cars into the courtyard and on display.
The area of connection between the Altmeyer and Operations buildings, has been expanded so that the Credit Union, AFGE Union offices, a so-called Blind Man's Stand, lottery station, and Post Office are near each other and easily accessible. (In the original plans, the corridor was supposed to also contain the office of the Social Security Alumni Association, but apparently, folks with higher priority bumped us out of contention. There is still a bit of empty space there and maybe someday we will be able to take advantage of it.)
The Operations Building is where you would see the biggest changes. It now looks like an Italian Galleria, with lots of open space, lots of glass, and massive futuristic winding stairs. (It's kind of fun to walk around the area and up and down those stairs. In fact, lots of employees spend a lot of their lunch periods walking around the area when the weather is too cold or wet to go outside.) The SSA history museum has been located near the stairs and is easily accessible to employees.
I'm sorry that I was not able to enjoy this new working environment. There are lots of large comfortable meeting rooms, and pleasant cubicles (at least they look pleasant to me.) And what might be a problem to some.. the insides of a number of cubicles are visible to the walkers in the galleria area. These folks will not now be able to take naps after lunch without their bosses seeing them.
The Social Security Alumni Association is now located on the 2nd floor of the West Building just above what used to be the "fish bowl." It's a very nice office for us, thanks to the efforts of President Pat Sasse.
Unfortunately, because of security concerns, there no longer are tours of the Woodlawn complex, so you will probably never be able to see the inside again, unless you want to volunteer to help us out in the Alumni office. (Yes, you will be carefully checked out before you will be able to gain entry.)
You might also be surprised to learn that the SSA headquarters is now a very polyglot office. Walking through the complex, one can hear many languages spoken.. the ones I recognize are Chinese, Hindi, Russian, and Spanish. As always, everybody seems to get along very well and all seem to enjoy the new working environment.
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If you entered into the front door on the Security Boulevard side, everything would probably look similar to the Altmyer Building of the 1960's, once you got past the high security stations. The lobby and the multi-purpose/auditorium look much the same, but the "SSA Historical Museum" has been moved to the operations building and a small Social Security district office is now located nearby.
As you enter the cafeteria you will immediately notice a big change. It is now set up like a shopping mall food court. It is crowded with very efficient fast food stations and you can place your order by computer. Very impressive. When the weather is warm, some of the food stations move outside to the big grassy courtyard, and often hobbyists drive their big cars into the courtyard and on display.
The area of connection between the Altmeyer and Operations buildings, has been expanded so that the Credit Union, AFGE Union offices, a so-called Blind Man's Stand, lottery station, and Post Office are near each other and easily accessible. (In the original plans, the corridor was supposed to also contain the office of the Social Security Alumni Association, but apparently, folks with higher priority bumped us out of contention. There is still a bit of empty space there and maybe someday we will be able to take advantage of it.)
The Operations Building is where you would see the biggest changes. It now looks like an Italian Galleria, with lots of open space, lots of glass, and massive futuristic winding stairs. (It's kind of fun to walk around the area and up and down those stairs. In fact, lots of employees spend a lot of their lunch periods walking around the area when the weather is too cold or wet to go outside.) The SSA history museum has been located near the stairs and is easily accessible to employees.
I'm sorry that I was not able to enjoy this new working environment. There are lots of large comfortable meeting rooms, and pleasant cubicles (at least they look pleasant to me.) And what might be a problem to some.. the insides of a number of cubicles are visible to the walkers in the galleria area. These folks will not now be able to take naps after lunch without their bosses seeing them.
The Social Security Alumni Association is now located on the 2nd floor of the West Building just above what used to be the "fish bowl." It's a very nice office for us, thanks to the efforts of President Pat Sasse.
Unfortunately, because of security concerns, there no longer are tours of the Woodlawn complex, so you will probably never be able to see the inside again, unless you want to volunteer to help us out in the Alumni office. (Yes, you will be carefully checked out before you will be able to gain entry.)
You might also be surprised to learn that the SSA headquarters is now a very polyglot office. Walking through the complex, one can hear many languages spoken.. the ones I recognize are Chinese, Hindi, Russian, and Spanish. As always, everybody seems to get along very well and all seem to enjoy the new working environment.
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Monday, January 4, 2010
Social Security Alumni.. Holiday Luncheon
The Baltimore Chapter of the Social Security Alumni Association has sponsored a Holiday luncheon for years. It has been held at an American Legion Post close to the Baltimore Beltway.
At first, the service and ambiance was marvelous and everyone enjoyed themselves. However, over the years, little by little, conditions have deteriorated until this year when almost every attendee complained to me. Here are some of their complaints:
The servers seemed surly and rude.
The food was not very well prepared.
Coffee was not readily available. Attendees had to ask the servers for access to the coffee location.
The bar service was extremely slow and the drinks were not well made.
Tableware was cheap.
The dessert was small and unappetizing.
In the past, we always had a few complaints, but on the whole, people were happy. However, this year, people called me over to their tables to complain and say that they would not return to this location in the future. One person even canceled his membership.
So... now you all have a great opportunity! You can help us find a new location for the next Holiday luncheon in November 2010.
What we need is a location that can provide us with:
Hors d'euvres (did I spell that right?)
A nice meal, with two or three choices and appetizing desserts.
Good bar service with a knowledgable bartender.
Ample parking.
Microphones for emcee facility.
Electric outlets for music players.
Close proximity to the Baltimore Beltway, which can be reached easily by persons anywhere in the Baltimore area.
And.. most important.. a reasonable price!
Please help us out on this. You can respond to this blog or call our office at
410-965-7434 or 410-965-7433.
Thank you. JoeVaughan
At first, the service and ambiance was marvelous and everyone enjoyed themselves. However, over the years, little by little, conditions have deteriorated until this year when almost every attendee complained to me. Here are some of their complaints:
The servers seemed surly and rude.
The food was not very well prepared.
Coffee was not readily available. Attendees had to ask the servers for access to the coffee location.
The bar service was extremely slow and the drinks were not well made.
Tableware was cheap.
The dessert was small and unappetizing.
In the past, we always had a few complaints, but on the whole, people were happy. However, this year, people called me over to their tables to complain and say that they would not return to this location in the future. One person even canceled his membership.
So... now you all have a great opportunity! You can help us find a new location for the next Holiday luncheon in November 2010.
What we need is a location that can provide us with:
Hors d'euvres (did I spell that right?)
A nice meal, with two or three choices and appetizing desserts.
Good bar service with a knowledgable bartender.
Ample parking.
Microphones for emcee facility.
Electric outlets for music players.
Close proximity to the Baltimore Beltway, which can be reached easily by persons anywhere in the Baltimore area.
And.. most important.. a reasonable price!
Please help us out on this. You can respond to this blog or call our office at
410-965-7434 or 410-965-7433.
Thank you. JoeVaughan
Friday, January 1, 2010
Social Security Alumni
This blog is directed mainly to those former or current workers of the Social Security Administration (SSA) who may not be members of the Social Security Alumni Association (SSAA). It is not intended to be a substitute for the Social Times newsletter that is published by SSAA. It is an unashamed attempt to get you so interested in the activities of the Association that you will want to join us.
TRIPS
New SSAA Board member, Marsha Long, has volunteered to handle trips for the Association. (She has a lot of experience planning and running trips and tours.) While most of the trips listed will take place in the general mid-Atlantic region, they are available to anyone in the United States who wants to join us. Some trips, such as cruises, might be more convenient for those who are not located near Baltimore, Maryland.
Our trips will be advertised to current SSA workers, SSAA members, and former SSA workers who are not members. Relatives are welcome and others with no SSA work connection are eligible to participate as space allows.
January 2010: We had planned a trip to Toby's Dinner Theater to see Annie; however, the timeframe proved to be too short and we had to cancel. We will be scheduling other dinner theater trips in the near future.
February 15, 2010: Tour of the famous Baltimore Basilica followed by lunch at Tio Pepe's restaurant.
March 9, 2010: Trip to the Hollywood Casino in Grantville, Pennsylvania.
The future: Cruises, day trips and overnight trips. Stay tuned.
CHAPTERS
SSAA has 13 chapters around the United States. Here are the activities of some of the more active chapters.
Baltimore Chapter:
Luncheons are normally held on the second Tuesday of every month at 11:30 am at the Windsor Inn, 7207 Windsor Mill Road, Baltimore. Everyone is welcome. Our next meetings will be:
January 12, 2010
February 9, 2010
March (no meeting..trip)
April 13, 2010
Carroll County, Maryland Chapter:
Luncheons are normally held on the second Monday of every month at noon at Bullock's Restaurant, on Route 32 near Route 97. Everyone is welcome. Our next meetings will be:
January 11, 2010
February 8, 2010
March 8, 2010
April 12, 2010
Magic City Chapter (Birmingham, Alambama)
This chapter has meetings during the first week of each month. Often they have speakers on topics of interest to the group.
San Francisco, California, Bay Area Chapter
This chapter has periodic luncheons. I'm not sure of the current schedule.
Northwest Washington Chapter (Kirkland, WA)
This chapter also has periodic luncheons. I'm not sure of their current schedule.
Washington, DC Metro Chapter (Fairfax, Virginia)
This chapter has quarterly luncheons.
Southern California Chapter, Los Angeles, California
This chapter has monthly meetings.
Florida Suncoast Chapter (Tampa, Florida)
This chapter has monthly meetings.
Note: if you would like to hear about what goes on in these Chapter meetings, you can find Chapter reports in the SSAA Social Times newsletter.
Questions/comments? You can comment directly on this blog or phone us at the SSAA office on 410-965-7434 or 410-965-7433.
TRIPS
New SSAA Board member, Marsha Long, has volunteered to handle trips for the Association. (She has a lot of experience planning and running trips and tours.) While most of the trips listed will take place in the general mid-Atlantic region, they are available to anyone in the United States who wants to join us. Some trips, such as cruises, might be more convenient for those who are not located near Baltimore, Maryland.
Our trips will be advertised to current SSA workers, SSAA members, and former SSA workers who are not members. Relatives are welcome and others with no SSA work connection are eligible to participate as space allows.
January 2010: We had planned a trip to Toby's Dinner Theater to see Annie; however, the timeframe proved to be too short and we had to cancel. We will be scheduling other dinner theater trips in the near future.
February 15, 2010: Tour of the famous Baltimore Basilica followed by lunch at Tio Pepe's restaurant.
March 9, 2010: Trip to the Hollywood Casino in Grantville, Pennsylvania.
The future: Cruises, day trips and overnight trips. Stay tuned.
CHAPTERS
SSAA has 13 chapters around the United States. Here are the activities of some of the more active chapters.
Baltimore Chapter:
Luncheons are normally held on the second Tuesday of every month at 11:30 am at the Windsor Inn, 7207 Windsor Mill Road, Baltimore. Everyone is welcome. Our next meetings will be:
January 12, 2010
February 9, 2010
March (no meeting..trip)
April 13, 2010
Carroll County, Maryland Chapter:
Luncheons are normally held on the second Monday of every month at noon at Bullock's Restaurant, on Route 32 near Route 97. Everyone is welcome. Our next meetings will be:
January 11, 2010
February 8, 2010
March 8, 2010
April 12, 2010
Magic City Chapter (Birmingham, Alambama)
This chapter has meetings during the first week of each month. Often they have speakers on topics of interest to the group.
San Francisco, California, Bay Area Chapter
This chapter has periodic luncheons. I'm not sure of the current schedule.
Northwest Washington Chapter (Kirkland, WA)
This chapter also has periodic luncheons. I'm not sure of their current schedule.
Washington, DC Metro Chapter (Fairfax, Virginia)
This chapter has quarterly luncheons.
Southern California Chapter, Los Angeles, California
This chapter has monthly meetings.
Florida Suncoast Chapter (Tampa, Florida)
This chapter has monthly meetings.
Note: if you would like to hear about what goes on in these Chapter meetings, you can find Chapter reports in the SSAA Social Times newsletter.
Questions/comments? You can comment directly on this blog or phone us at the SSAA office on 410-965-7434 or 410-965-7433.
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