re: Lightning News Flash

Me again!
 
We have just three (3) pans of lasagna left. Contact Cheryl or I to arrange getting one of them! At $10, it's a great deal!!
 
A reminder - if you missed the Awards Banquet, please contact Coach Jay - usa_aus@verizon.net to get your childs Lee Hill Lightning Bag! She, also, has the "Lee Hill Lightning, Charged by Kellogg's" t-shirt that EVERY swimmer gets, so if your child hasn't gotten this contact her.
 
Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,
 
If your child did not receive the "Lee Hill Lightning, Charged by Kellogg's" t-shirt and / or their Lee Hill Lightning bag (given at the awards banquet) please contact Coach Jay - usa_aus@verizon.net to make arrangements to get them. She is not going to track you down, it's up to you to contact her!
 
EVERY SWIMMER GETS THESE ITEMS!

***Do not email me regarding these items, as I do not have them.

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

FW: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,

I hope you enjoyed the first "no swim team" week of the summer. A few things that may have gotten buried in the emails:

1. We have are still looking for someone willing to serve on the Board as Concessions Committee Chair for next year. I've had two people say they are willing to be on a Concessions Committee, still looking for one or two more willing to work on this. A good Concession helps keep our registration fee down, so we need this in place now to allow the Board to plan accordingly. Chris, Shannon and Mari have compiled their wisdom into a "Concessions Handbook." So you aren't starting from scratch. Let me know you are willing and i will put you all in touch with each other to work on the details.

2. We have 4 pans (approx 9x13) of lasagna from Danny's left from the Awards Banquet, they are frozen and for sale at $10 each. Let me know if you are interested in purchasing one.

3. From Clif Turman - I've had a few people contact me about not being able to download files from the web site.  Most likely it is because they are entering the "slideshow" mode of the web site.  In order to download photos, you need to go into the "library" mode.  Don't enter the slideshow mode unless you want to watch  a slideshow!

 

Make sure you do not go into the slideshow mode when you visit the web page. You should go into the library and navigate by the drop-down film strip that appears when you hover over the top of the picture. There should be a "download" icon at the bottom left of the picture.

**Here is the link to the pictures:
http://www.photoshop.com/users/turmanator/albums/3e9ecfea2904464fa6643394e082bfff

Go Lightning!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

re: Lightning wrap up

A few final thoughts:

We still have 4 pans (approx 11 x13) of lasagna available at $10 each. Cheryl and I have frozen them. If you would like to purchase one, send me an email.

If you were not at the Award Banquet this evening, contact Coach Jay (usa_aus@verizon.net) to get any awards. If you made prior arrangements for someone to pick yours up - THANK YOU!!!

Board Positions:
Treasurer - Kristie Harmon
Meet Director - Gordon Chamberlain
Membership - Shelby McKenzie
RSL Rep - Mark Haines
Equipment - Tanner Cork
Social - Linda Catullo

Concessions - STILL VACANT - I have had several people inquire, but no one wants to do this alone (who would). THIS CAN BE A COMMITTEE!! If you would be willing to be on a Concessions Committee let me know - I will put you all in contact with each other to figure it out. Our AWESOME CONCESSION COMMITTEE for two years, has put together a detailed Concession Book, with contacts, foods, set up, etc. So you aren't starting from scratch.

For those I listed as taking a Board position, let me know if I got anything wrong (it's been known to happen).

**Here is the link to the pictures:
http://www.photoshop.com/users/turmanator/albums/3e9ecfea2904464fa6643394e082bfff

Several asked for the recipe of the dessert I made:
S'More Cups
7 whole graham crackers (finely crushed)
1/4 Cup Powdered Sugar
6 Tbsp Butter, melted
4 Bars Milk Chocolate Candy, divided
12 Large Marshmallows

1. Preheat oven to 350. Place graham crackers in a resealable plastic bag, and using rolling pin finely crush into crumbs. Combine graham cracker crumbs, powdered sugar and butter in a small bowl. Scoop into mini muffin pan and press crumbs to form shallow cups. Bake 4-5 minutes or until edges are bubbling. Meanwhile, break 2 candy bars into rectangles. Remove pan from oven; place one rectangle into each cup.

2. Cut marshmallows in half using kitchen shears dipped in cold water (prevents sticking). Place one marshmallow half, cut side down, into each cup. Return pan to oven for 1-2 minutes or until marshmallows are just slightly softened. Remove pan from oven and allow to cool for 10 minutes. Remove cups from pan. Cool completely.

3. Break remaining candy bars and place in small microwave safe bowl. Microwave on High 1 - 1 1/2 minutes or until melted and smooth stirring every 20 seconds. Dip the top of each marshmallow in melted chocolate. Turn top-side up and let stand 40 minutes -an hour or until set. *NOTE: I had trouble getting the chocolate to melt and be smooth, I ended up spreading softened chocolate on top.

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,

The only things left this season:

1. A Complete wrap up from yesterdays meet - Coach Jay supplied the attached list of Scores, Triple Winners AND SPARKS OF THE WEEK from every age group!!!

2. Awards Banquet TONIGHT @ 5:00PM - North Pool! Every family should bring a side dish to share and drinks for your family. Chairs and tables are a plus!

3. Board Members Needed!!! If you've spoken/emailed me regarding interest in a Board position, touch base with me when you get to the pool (my memory isn't always reliable) and we still need a few more parents to STEP UP!

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Fantastic job at the meet today, everyone!!!! We came in 3rd with 700.5; Curtis Park - 1st with 799; Fawn Lake- 2nd with 781.5; Dahlgren- 4th with 620.5; Chancellor -5th with 590.5 and College Heights- 6th with 370

TRIPLE WINNERS:
Tyler Kauppert - 100 IM; 50 Free; and 50 Breast
Steve Miller - 50 Free; 50 Fly;50 Breast

Award Banquet tomorrow evening at 5:00pm at the North Pool. Every family should bring a side dish to share and drinks for their family. You may want to bring chairs and tables., too.

Board Positions still available!!!!


Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

I am still looking for someone to sing the National Anthem for the first Session and the second Session. This can be an adult, a swimmer, a neighbor, friend whoever has a good voice and a willingness to sing. The same person can do both sessions or different people can. It can be a solo, or a group. I even have the words already, you just have to know the tune.

If you are willing to do this, please see me - I'll be at the pool around 6am, and am the referee for the first session (so come into the pool area) - I'll be wearing the FABULOUS NEW T-SHIRT! Make sure you get yours!!

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re; Lightning News Flash

Finals are here!!
 
Every family with a swimmer in Finals has signed up for at least one job, thank you. We have a few more jobs and I have had some people let me know to put them where needed. THANK YOU!!
 
FABULOUS NEW T-SHIRTS WERE HANDED OUT TO ALL THE SWIMMERS THIS MORNING - HAVE YOUR CHILD WEAR IT TOMORROW!!! If they weren't at practice they can pick up their shirt tomorrow at the meet. Ask when you check in with the Meet Director.
*Parents if you pre-ordered a shirt - check with Chris Hensen
 
Swimmers information: ( Check in with Coaches as soon as you arrive)
10 and Under:
6:15 report time
7:00 warm ups
8:15 start time
 
11 and older: (these times are approximate based on the timing of Session 1)
10:15 report time
11:00 warm ups
11:45 start time
 
Volunteers: Check in is at the GREEN card table near Concessions
Session 1 - Check in with Cathy as soon as you arrive
Session 2 and 3 - Check in with Stacy as soon as you arrive
*I've let Cathy and Stacy know if you told me you could help if needed, but ASK.
 
Award Banquet is Sunday evening, 5:00pm. Each family should bring a side dish to share and drinks for your family. Table/chairs are, also, a good idea.
 
Still openings for the Board!! Talk to one of us if you are interested or have questions.
 
Go Lightning!!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash 2

If you haven't signed up for a job at this point you will need to call me to tell me which job you will be doing, so I can let Coach Jay know. I am giving her the list first thing in the morning.

Don' t you know, the hardest workers are the ones contacting me to let me know they'll do more if needed or to make sure I know they are working (a few jobs aren't listed). I hate to ask, but at this time we have three families that need to sign up for jobs and eleven jobs that need to be filled. If can do another job THANK YOU!!!

I, also, just found out we need someone to sing the National Anthem (and that is one job you DON'T want me to do!) It is an honor to do this, so it doesn't count as a job.

The FABULOUS NEW T-SHIRTS are in. They will be given out at practice tomorrow morning, so make sure you're swimmer is there!! If you paid for a t-shirt, see Chris Hensen for yours. *If you aren't able to make it to practice tomorrow, ask at Finals or the Awards Banquet on Sunday. We are keeping track of who gets them, so we don't miss anyone. EVERY SWIMMER GETS ONE!!

Don't forget to bring a breakfast item to practice (whichever practice you usually come to), swimmers will eat AFTER they practice.

Saturday August 6th, FINALS!!! at the Spotsy YMCA (5700 Smith Station Road, 22407)
10 and under need to be at the YMCA at 6:15am; warm ups are at 7:00am; meet starts at 8:15am.
11 and older need to be at the YMCA at 10:15am; warm ups at 11:10am; meet starts at 11:45am.
Our team area will be behind the YMCA, close to the Pavilion. Swimmers should check in with the coaches as soon as they arrive.
Volunteers should check in with Cathy Chamberlain (Session 1) or Stacy Cochrane (Session 2 and 3) as soon as you arrive. The Volunteer check in table will be near the Pavilion.

Sunday August 7th, Awards Banquet!! at the North Pool, 5:00pm
Every family should bring a side dish to share (to serve about 10), drinks for their family. Chairs and tables maybe helpful.

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Two quick things:
 
1. Job sign ups!!! At 5:00pm on Thursday I'm seeing fourteen jobs still available and about ten families that haven't signed up yet, but have swimmers. You have 3 hours, to get on and sign up. Some of these jobs are extremely easy!!
 
2. From Chris Hensen regarding Concession Cards:

 

 Hello everyone!

 

Wanted to let you know that Shannon, Mari and myself will be at practice in the morning for those wishing to purchase concession cards for finals.

The cards will work the same way as they do at our regular meets.  Persons working concessions will be able to deduct your purchases on the spot rather than you having

to wait in line to pay at register.

 

Please remember hosting finals is a HUGE FUNDRAISER for OUR TEAM!!!  

 

Thanks for your support!

Chris Hensen

 

More after 8:00pm tonight - don't be the one whose child can't participate in finals because YOU DIDN'T SIGN UP FOR A JOB!!
 
Thank you to the families whose names I see more than once for jobs!!! YOU ARE AWESOME!!!

Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning New Flash

Me again!

1. Finals job sign up - SIGN UP NOW!!!! Go to mysignup.com; enter leehillswims@yahoo.com to get to the sign up page or click the links in the box below. We need you to sign up NOW!! We won't have time on Saturday to go running around to find people to work. You'll notice all the people needed to run concessions - this is BIGGER than a regular meet and a HUGE fundraiser for the team. If your child is swimming (and a 101 are) than you need to sign up for at least one job (how many jobs you did during the season doesn't matter). If you don't sign up for a job, your child will not be able to compete - THAT SIMPLE. You must sign up for a job by Thursday evening at 8:00PM or Coach Jay will be notified that your child IS NOT SWIMMING, IT ISN'T FAIR TO THE OTHER FAMILIES, WHO ARE WORKING (SOME TWO OR MORE JOBS) TO HAVE YOU SITTING. Libby should not have to track you down. You have the sign up information and her email. (DON'T EMAIL ME!!!) Any questions, email Libby - leehillswims@yahoo.com Don't put it off, CLICK the LINK NOW AND GET IT DONE!!
 
We, also, need some supplies for the concession stand and our team area (we'll be outside) - so check the "Finals Supplies" sign up and see if you can help out. Signing up to bring something from the supply list DOES NOT replace the need for you to sign up for a job!
 

Title	MySignUp
2011finalssupplies	2011_finals_supplies
2011 FINALS	2011finals

**Here's a tip for jobs and seeing your child swim - if they are older, work Session 1;
if they are younger work Session 2 or 3
I will personally give you a ride for the 1st Session or make sure you get home at the end of the meet!
Just arrange a ride for your swimmer.

 
2. Board Positions to Fill - We have several Board positions that need to be filled, without a full Board the team CAN NOT exist. Please consider volunteering for a position on the Board:

• RSL Representative
• Treasurer
• Meet Director
• Concessions (this was a committee of three)
• Membership
• Equipment
• Social

Talk to any current Board Members to let us know you are willing to step up, or to ask questions. We elect the new Board members at the Annual Meeting which takes place at the Awards Banquet. Please, don't make me stand up there and beg. Email, call or catch me at practice or Finals and let me know.

I have a few people express interest in Board positions - THANK YOU!! We still need YOU!!

3. Concession Cards - get your Concession Cards now!! See Chris, Shannon or Mari. This will allow you to skip the line to get tickets and get right to the food. Remember ALL the proceeds from the Concession stand go to OUR TEAM!!! This is a major fundraiser for us.

4. Breakfast on Friday - remember to bring a breakfast item to practice Friday, for our traditional potluck breakfast after the last practice for the summer. Breakfast is set up for the swimmers after each practice. **Note - bring any serving utensils for your dish.

5. Awards Banquet - Sunday, August 7th at 5:00pm. Each family should bring a side dish, that serves 10, to share and drinks for your family. Bring chairs and tables if you have them. **Note - bring any serving utensils for your dish.

To highlight the key points:

• SIGN UP FOR JOBS
• Let me know you're interested in being on the Board next year
• Purchase a Concession Card

Go Lightning!!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

This is a new email, so though some items remain the same - look for NEW information!

1. Finals job sign up - SIGN UP NOW!!!! Go to mysignup.com; enter leehillswims@yahoo.com to get to the sign up page or click the links in the box below. We need you to sign up NOW!! We won't have time on Saturday to go running around to find people to work. You'll notice all the people needed to run concessions - this is BIGGER than a regular meet and a HUGE fundraiser for the team. If your child is swimming (and a 101 are) than you need to sign up for at least one job (how many jobs you did during the season doesn't matter). If you don't sign up for a job, your child will not be able to compete - THAT SIMPLE. As it stands now, Libby will have to make a lot of phone calls/send emails. Any questions, email Libby by Wednesday morning - leehillswims@yahoo.com Don't put it off, CLICK the LINK NOW AND GET IT DONE!! A selection of jobs are still available, don't wait until the last minute!!
 
We, also, need some supplies for the concession stand and our team area (we'll be outside) - so check the "Finals Supplies" sign up and see if you can help out. Signing up to bring something from the supply list DOES NOT replace the need for you to sign up for a job!
 

Title	MySignUp
2011finalssupplies	2011_finals_supplies
2011 FINALS	2011finals

**Here's a tip for jobs and seeing your child swim - if they are older, work Session 1;
if they are younger work Session 2 or 3
I will personally give you a ride for the 1st Session or make sure you get home at the end of the meet!
Just arrange a ride for your swimmer.

 
2. Board Positions to Fill - We have several Board positions that need to be filled, without a full Board the team CAN NOT exist. Please consider volunteering for a position on the Board:

• RSL Representative
• Treasurer
• Meet Director
• Concessions (this was a committee of three)
• Membership
• Equipment
• Social

Talk to any current Board Members to let us know you are willing to step up, or to ask questions. We elect the new Board members at the Annual Meeting which takes place at the Awards Banquet. Please, don't make me stand up there and beg. Email, call or catch me at practice or Finals and let me know.

I haven't heard from anyone regarding taking a Board position, it's for your kids - step up!!

3. Practice times return to normal tomorrow - Older kids start at 7:30 and everyone else starts at their usual time.

4. Concession Cards - get your Concession Cards now!! See Chris, Shannon or Mari. This will allow you to skip the line to get tickets and get right to the food. Remember ALL the proceeds from the Concession stand go to OUR TEAM!!! This is a major fundraiser for us.

5. Breakfast on Friday - remember to bring a breakfast item to practice Friday, for our traditional potluck breakfast after the last practice for the summer. Breakfast is set up for the swimmers after each practice. **Note - bring any serving utensils for your dish.

6. Awards Banquet - Sunday, August 7th at 5:00pm. Each family should bring a side dish, that serves 10, to share and drinks for your family. Bring chairs and tables if you have them. **Note - bring any serving utensils for your dish.

To highlight the key points:

• SIGN UP FOR JOBS
• Let me know you're interested in being on the Board next year
• Purchase a Concession Card
  

Go Lightning!!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org

 
 

re: Lightning News Flash

Greetings everyone,
 
Our season is drawing to an end, but the end is extremely busy!! So a few items that need your attention:
 
1. Finals job sign up - SIGN UP NOW!!!! Go to mysignup.com; enter leehillswims@yahoo.com to get to the sign up page or click the links in the box below. We need you to sign up NOW!! We won't have time on Saturday to go running around to find people to work. You'll notice all the people needed to run concessions - this is BIGGER than a regular meet and a HUGE fundraiser for the team. If your child is swimming (and a 101 are) than you need to sign up for at least one job (how many jobs you did during the season doesn't matter). If you don't sign up for a job, your child will not be able to compete - THAT SIMPLE. As it stands now, Libby will have to make a lot of phone calls/send emails. Any questions, email Libby by Wednesday morning - leehillswims@yahoo.com Don't put it off, CLICK the LINK NOW AND GET IT DONE!! 
 
We, also, need some supplies for the concession stand and our team area (we'll be outside) - so check the "Finals Supplies" sign up and see if you can help out. Signing up to bring something from the supply list DOES NOT replace the need for you to sign up for a job!
 

Title	MySignUp
2011finalssupplies	2011_finals_supplies
2011 FINALS	2011finals

 
2. Board Positions to Fill - We have several Board positions that need to be filled, without a full Board the team CAN NOT exist. Please consider volunteering for a position on the Board:

• RSL Representative
• Treasurer
• Meet Director
• Concessions (this was a committee of three)
• Membership
• Equipment
• Social

Talk to any current Board Members to let us know you are willing to step up, or to ask questions. We elect the new Board members at the Annual Meeting which takes place at the Awards Banquet. Please, don't make me stand up there and beg. Email, call or catch me at practice or Finals and let me know.
 
3. Friday Breakfast - After all the practices on Friday, we will haveour traditional potluck breakfast. Everyone should bring a breakfast item to share to the practice they attend. Please bring any serving utentsils necessary for your dish. Food will be set up in the clubhouse.
 
4. Finals - Saturday, August 6th @ the Ron Rosner YMCA of Spotsylvania (the Spotsy Y), 5700 Smith Station Rd.

• The 1st Session is for 10 and under (all the 25 yard events) - these swimmers need to arrive by 6:15am, warm ups at 7:00am.
• The 2nd and 3rd Session are for 11 and up (2nd Session will include relays that may involve 1st Session swimmers) - these swimmers need to arrive by 10:15am, warm ups at 11:00. The division between 2nd and 3rd Session is the half way mark in events (like a regular meet).
• Please park as directed at the Y, I believe to either end of the building, not in front of the building (this is for members access).
• DO NOT enter the Y by the front doors. Entry to the pool deck is from the pool side door.
• The team areas are behind the building and our area will be close to the Pavillion to enable parents helping at concessions to keep an eye on their kids.
• Concession Cards are on sale NOW! See Chris, Shannon or Mari to purchase one. If you don't purchase a Concession Card, you'll have to stand in line to purchase tickets (like everyone else). Concession Cards from the regular season will be honored and if you end up with money left on your card it can be used next season.

 
5. Awards Banquet - Sunday August 7th @ 5:00pm, North Pool - This is a fun evening to socialize and recognize the accomplishments of our swimmers. We have a potluck dinner, the team will supply the main dish. Everyone else should bring a side dish for at least 10 people (salad, fruit, breads, vegetables, etc.) AND drinks for your family. It is also suggested that you bring chairs/tables. As part of the evening we hold our Annual meeting and select new Board members - remember the team needs a complete Board to continue.
 
I'm sure there will be more before the end of the week, but this will get us started with the important tasks at hand.
 
A quick to do list:

• sign up for a job at Finals
• Let us know you are interested in being on the Board

Go Lightning!!
Donna Aker
540-455-9141
donna_aker@hotmail.com

Optimist Club of Fredericksburg

www.pamperedchef.biz/akerduo

Lee Hill Swim Team Links
http://lhlflash.blogspot.com/
www.golightning.org