LEBANON AMERICAN CLUB NEWS NOVEMBER 2016

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22 West Street
Danbury, CT 06810
Presidents Corner
Dear Brothers and Sisters,
Club Officers
John Ashkar
President
203.770.4134
Cent21ash@aol.com
Mike Caravakis
Vice President
Ghassan Najm
Secretary
Jimmy Glynn
Asst. Secretary

It is with great sadness and regrets we note the passing of our beloved brother, Atty. Ronald George. We will all
miss him. We all Offer Our Sincere Sympathy and Prayers to the George and the Buzaid families for their lose
and during this difficult time. May God Bless you all.
One of our best functions of the year was on Wednesday, Oct. 26, The Person Of The Year Dinner was attended
by over 200 people and was a great success. Congratulations to our Honorees Jeanette Beylouni, Dr. Fred
Kayal and posthumously Raymond Beylouni. We are so proud of all of them and their accomplishments. Our
special Thanks to Ghassan and Bettty Najm Chairpersons, and their entire committee for a Job Well Done, Also
special thanks to our Great Master of Ceremonies, Tom Saadi. We will have to work hard to match this one next
year. Thank you all again and God Bless You for all YOU DO FOR YOUR CLUB.
The Club 300 raffle is in full swing. Please give it your full support, it is our major fund raiser. Friday Nite
dinners have been a little weak this month so please give that and our meeting nites an extra push. Thanks.

William Asmar
Treasurer

In closing I want to ask all of YOU to keep our sick and needy in your prayers, and say a special prayer for our
Eddie Essa who is having more problems with his shoulder. Ruth and I want to wish all of YOU a wonderful
Thanksgiving with all of your families and God Bless You All with Health, Happiness and Prosperity for now
and forever.

Mark Chory
Asst. Treasurer

Your President,
John Ashkar

Dick Jowdy
Past President

Special Notes:
- Due to St. Ann Church Holiday Bazaar, there will be no Friday night dinner at the club, Nov. 4th
- Only 2 more Monday Night Football Remains for those who signed up on Nov. 7 and 14.

Directors
Vinny DiGilio
Ray Antous
Eddie Essa
David Glynn
Lou Najamy
Dick Jowdy
Ladies Auxiliary
Officers
Ruth Ashkar
President
Betty Najm
Vice President &
Past President
Janet Coury
Secretary
Debbie Sousa
Treasurer
News Staff
Ghassan Najm
Louis Najamy
Ruth Ashkar
Betty Najm

Annual Thanksgiving Eve. Open House Wednesday Nov. 23

Mark your calendar for a Thanksgiving eve. Lebanese buffet dinner for club
members on Wednesday Nov. 23. The Dinner is Catered by Viviannes.
Guests are welcome at $20/person.
Christmas Party Saturday Dec. 10
This years Christmas Party will be held on Sat. Dec. 10th starting at 6:30 p.m. with
cocktails and dinner to follow catered by Two Steps while music is provided by our
own DJ, Dan Mulvihill dont forget the great raffle prizes that will be available.
RSVP by Dec. 5 and see Page 5 for Reservation Form and details.
Children Christmas Party - Sunday Dec. 18
A good time for our children and their families. The Jolly Fella will be there with a
gift for each child! By December 12th, please contact Mark Chory at 203-778-4268
or email at mark.chory@snet.net and leave name, age up to12, and gender of child
who will be attending. Please also indicate number of adults that will be attending.
Club 300 50/50 Raffle - Saturday Dec. 17
RAFFLE tickets now available! $100.00 per ticket with sales limited to only 300
tickets. The drawing will be held on Saturday December 17 at the Club. We kindly
ask each member to buy or sell at least 2 tickets such as to friends or business
associates in order to make our biggest yearly fundraiser a great success. So lets
all get busy selling out all 300 chances. Thank You for your support! (Page 5)
Inside: Upcoming Club and Local/Regional Community events - Pages 3, 4 and 5
o St. Ann Church Holiday Bazaar, page 4
o St. Anthonys Church Bake and Saj Sale, Page 4
o Kevin Community Center Benefit - Mozart, Merlot & Mums. Page 3

Phone: 203-743-5828 / Email: lebanonclub@att.net

www.lebanon-americanclubofdanbury.com

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22 West Street
Danbury, CT 06810
News Staff Corner:
Halloween has passed and now we need to get ready for the Thanksgiving and Christmas Season. Pay close attention to the
calendar and schedule of upcoming events. UPDATE newsletter ad payments have been coming in, if you have not
responded to the renewal letter, please do so as soon as possible so that we can fill all the ad spaces and keep the LAC
Newsletter self-supporting. We still are looking for some member input, whether it be comments or personal experiences
such as trips or vacations or whatever, we need your participation.
Kudos to Ghassan and Betty Najm, Tom Saadi, as well as all members of the committee for the fantastic job they did for the
Persons of the Year Event. This event is a tribute not only to the Honorees but to the Lebanon American Club for showcasing
our Lebanese brothers and sisters with such a classy and dignified event. Again, thank you all you make us proud to be part
of the Lebanon American Club.
With the Presidential Election a few days away dont forget to come to the Spaghetti Dinner at the club to celebrate your
candidates win or to cry in your pasta for your candidates loss. Remember, Chef Scalzo and Frankie donate all their time
and effort to put on this monthly dinner so that all proceeds are used for our Clubs kitchen improvement. Please support their
efforts. One last reminder elections for officers and board members are coming up soon, if you are interested in any of the
elected positions please see any current officer or board member. Keep in mind it is your club so GET INVOLVED!!.
Thoughts to Live By:
Those of us who shout the loudest about Americanism are all too frequently those who ignore some of the basic
principles of Americanism the right to criticize, the right to hold unpopular beliefs, the right to protest, the right of
independent thought. Margaret Chase Smith, U.S. Senator. (Dec. 14, 1897-May 29, 1995.).
A Little Humor:
Love is like a card trick. After you know how it works, its no fun anymore. Fanny Brice (1891-1951)
If opportunity doesnt knock, build a door. Milton Berle, American comedian. (1908-2002).
Member News:
A special thanks goes out to Tony Abramo for his generous donation towards the cost of the brand new fryalator recently
purchased for our clubs kitchen. For those members who are not aware our new roof has been installed and finished. Thanks
to all those members who generously donated to the roof project, without your generosity this project could not have been
done in such a timely manner. As many of you know our building is far from being in good shape, the painting of all the
wooden trim work needs to be done as well as the replacement of some rotted wood on the exterior of the building. More
news of these future projects is upcoming.
The Annual Club Christmas Party is scheduled for Sat. Dec. 10th; please mark your calendars so that you wont miss this
great event. Two Steps is catering again this year and our own Dan Mulvihill is going to be our DJ for the evening and dont
forget the great raffle prizes that will be available.
Congratulations to the 2016 Persons Of the Year Honorees and their Families

Dr. Fredrerick A. Kayal

Jeanette Beylouni

The Late Raymond A. Beylouni

Phone: 203-743-5828 / Email: lebanonclub@att.net

www.lebanon-americanclubofdanbury.com

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22 West Street
Danbury, CT 06810
LADIES AUXILIARY NEWS by President Ruth Ashkar
COMMENTS:
1. Congratulations to Alexandra Buzaid who was recently married to Eddie Wilson on September 17th. Alexandra is
the daughter of Jeffrey and Lisa Buzaid, and the granddaughter of our own Audriene Buzaid. We wish the newlyweds
many, many years of love, health and happiness in their new life together.
2. Thank you, thank you to Ghassan and Betty Najm who again chaired our Annual Persons of the Year Banquet, which had
over 200 guests in attendance. Also, a huge thank you goes out to all the committee members and our Master of
Ceremonies, Tom Saadi. Without all of these peoples time and dedication, none of these wonderful events would
come to fruition.
3. Sincere sympathy is extended to the George and the Buzaid families on the recent passing of Atty. Ronald George,
brother of Audriene Buzaid. Our thoughts and prayers are with them all at this difficult time.
4. The mens 50/50 raffle tickets are now available @ $100 each, with only 300 tickets issued! Your chance to win
$10,000 Grand prize and 5 ($1000) prizes. Drawing is December 17th @ the club and you do not have to be in
attendance. Contact Billy Asmar for tickets.
5. John and I wish all of you and your families a happy, healthy and safe Thanksgiving Holiday! Enjoy these special times
with your loved ones.
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Friday, November 4th @ 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and Saturday, November 5th @ 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, St. Anns will
hold their Annual Bazaar @ the church hall.
2. Tuesday, November 15th @ 7:00 PM, the monthly LAX meeting will be held @ the club. Any prospective members
wishing to attend, please feel free to contact me @ 203-792-4963 or 203-770-1391.
3. Saturday, November 19th @ 4:00 PM to 9:00 PM and Sunday, November 20th @ 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM, St. Anthonys
will hold their Thanksgiving Bake Sale and Saj Event @ the church hall, featuring American Baked Goods, Kaak, Saj
and more. Saj pre-orders can be made by contacting the church office @ 203-744-3372. Emailed informational flyers
and Saj price lists are available.
IMPORTANT REMINDERS:
1. Special prayers and a speedy recovery to all of our members who maybe ill.
2. Please remember to support our advertizing sponsors.

3. Fridaynightdinnersandtheonceamonthspaghettidinner,arepostedonthenewslettercalendar.
4. Anyupcomingnews,events,etc.,thatmemberswishtoshare,pleasecontactGus,Bettyormyself.Thank
youinadvance.
Club Events
.
Nov. 1, 15, 29 Tues.7pm/8pm Board of Directors and General Meetings respectively
Nov. 4 & 25 No Friday Night Dinner at the Club due to St. Ann Bazaar and Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend respectively.
Nov. 7, 14 (Last) 7pm Monday Night Football at the Club. By Jimmy Glynn and Vinny DiGilio.
Nov. 9 - Wed. 6:30pm Lazagna Dinner, By Chef Lou Scalzo, Assisted by Lou Najamy and Frankie Schlemer. $12/Person
Nov. 10 Thurs. 7:30pm Texas Holdem Tournament, By Bill Orr.
Nov. 11 7:00pm, Fri. Night Buffet Dinners, American by Nicks Catering $25/Person. BYOB
Nov. 15 7:00pm, Ladies Auxiliary Meeting
Nov. 18 7pm, Fri. Night Lebanese Buffet Dinner, By Chef John Hanna, $30/Person BOYB
Nov. 23 Wed.6pm, Thanksgivings Eve. Open House Lebanese Dinner by Viviannes. Guests are $20/person.
Looking Ahead
Dec. 10 Sat. 7pm Christmas Party, By Lou Najamy, see page 5
Dec. 17 Sat. 6:30pm Club 300 50/50 Raffle drawing and reception, By Billy Asmar
Dec. 18 Sun. 2pm Children Christmas Party, By Mark Chory.
Jan. 1 Sun. 1pm New Years Day Open House. $20/person
Additional Community Events
Nov. 4&5 Fri (5-9) & Sat. (11-5), Middle Eastern Holiday Bazaar, St. Ann Church, Danbury.
Nov. 18 Fri (6:00-8:00) On the occasion of the Independence Day of Lebanon, the Consul General of Lebanon in New
York, Mr. Majdi Ramadan, and Mrs. Vanessa Raphael Ramadan, have the pleasure of inviting you to a reception at the
Grand Ball Room at 630 Second Avenue at 35th Street, NY, NY. You are also invited to an Art Exhibition as a side event
at the same location and time. Also, Lebanese Wine Tasting to be held at 5 pm to 6:30 pm, at Astor Center at 399 Lafayette
Street, NYC.
Dec. 3 Sat. 4pm-7pm , Mozart, Merlot & Mums, Kevins Community Center Benefit, at Newtown Country Club,

Phone: 203-743-5828 / Email: lebanonclub@att.net

www.lebanon-americanclubofdanbury.com

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Congratulations to Richie Antous who celebrated his 89th
Birthday with his extended family, that visited with him at the
Rocky Hill Veterans Facility on October 22nd. His birthday was on
October 9th. The Family Photo is courtesy of Tony Chory.

ST. ANN MELKITE CATHOLIC CHURCH

181 CLAPBOARD RIDGE RD., DANBURY
I-84 EXIT 5, THEN NORTH ON RT. 39 3 miles

Ka'ak, Saj, and more!

When: Saturday, November 19th from 4:00 pm to 9:00pm
and Sunday, November 20th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm
Where: St. Anthony Church Hall, 17 Granville Ave
Danbury, CT 06810
**Saj Pre-Orders are welcomed. Please contact the church
office at 203-744-3372 no later than November 16.
Price:
$5
$5
$6

Saj Choices:
Ham & Cheese
Chocomax
Halawa

Last year Jacob, the son of Tom and Valerie Saadi, wrote a
letter to Mayor Mark Boughton explaining that Danbury should
have a dog park and asked the Mayor to build one. On Monday
st
October 21 , Jacob and his sister Sabrina helped the Mayor
dedicate the New Danbury Dog park. Jacob cut the ribbon with
the help of Councilman Joe Cavo a longtime Danbury dog park
advocate. The photo courtesy of Tom Saadi.

HOLIDAY BAZAAR

What: Bake Sale and Saj Event, American Baked Goods,

Saj Choices:
Zaatar
Labne
Cheese

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Price:
$6
$6
$6

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SATURDAY, NOV. 5, 11 AM 5 PM
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Baklawa~Date Fingers~Apricot Wheels~ Makaroon
Maamoul ~ Kaak ~ Graybee ~ Knaffee

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~Add $1 each to include Veggies ~ and

*For orders of 10 or more, take off $1 for each.*

KIDZ KORNER Face Painting, Balloon Animals & More

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LEBANON AMERICAN CLUB

2016 Annual Christmas Party Reservations Form
Number of People attending _____ at $60 per person
Total Amount Enclosed ________
Names of People Attending

LAC Lazagna Dinner

(1)______________________________________________________
(2)______________________________________________________

Wednesday Nov. 9 @ 6:30 pm

By Chef Lou Scalzo and Frankie Schlemmer
$12/Person (BYOB) - All are welcome!

(3)______________________________________________________
(4)______________________________________________________
(5)______________________________________________________
Your Name: ______________________________________________
Address: _________________________________________________
Phone:_________________ email: ____________________________

Thursday Nov. 10 @ 7:30 pm

By Billy Orr
Great Food and Prizes
$50/Person to Enter
Members and Their Guests only!

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to the Club email address.
LebanonClub@att.net

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Daniel P. Jowdy

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Sunday
30

Monday
31

Tuesday
1

Wednesday
2

14

15

21

22

16

28

17

23

29

24

American Dinner

18

25

19

St. Anthony Bake and

Saj Sale

26

No Dinner at
the Club Thanksgving Holiday

30
12/3 Kevin Community
Center Benefit - Mozart,
Merlot & Mums!

Lebanon American Club

22 West Street
Danbury, CT 06810

St. Ann Church

Holiday Bazaar

12

Lebanese Buffet Dinner

By Chef Hanna

6pm Thanksgiving's Eve.

Open House

St. Anthony Bake and

Saj Sale

27

11

7:30pm
Tournament

7pm Board Mtg.

8pm-Gen.Mtg.
7pm Ladies LAX

7pm Mon. Night

Football

20

10

6:30pm Spaghetti
Dinner By Chef
Scalzo

7pm Mon. Night

Football

13

Saturday

No Dinner at
the Club St. Ann Church Holiday
Bazaar

7pm Mon. Night

Football

Friday

Thursday

12/10: Christmas Party

12/17: 50/50 Raffle
12/18 - Children
Christmas Party