AmeriClub May_June 2018

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Hello Everyone, I hope this journal is delivered and read on a beauti- ful sunny May day. I enjoy this time of year so very much. I do happen to pride myself

Calendar 2018

Notes From Connie

May 11 Neverly Brothers/The Grand May 24 Spain & Canary Islands Travel Preview (p.22) May 27-June 9 Heart of Alaska (p.17) June 24 Mamma Mia! /The Grand (p.6) July 15 Sister Act/ Five Flags (p.6) July 18 Celebration Belle Classic Oldies (p.7) Aug 1 Mamma Mia! /Circa ‘21 (p.11) Aug 10 Reba McEntire/IA State Fair (p.5) Aug 24 Port of Dubuque Adventure (p.7) Aug 28-Sept 5 Iceland (p.18-19) Sept 8 At The Hop– Paul Hemmer Swing Orchestra/Bell Tower (p.8) Sept 13 Gourmet Gallivant/Hotel Kirkwood (p.12) Sept 17-20 Fall Mystery Trip (p.16) Sept 26 Grease /Fireside (p.13) Oct 9 Celebration Belle Day Long Fall Cruise (p.9) Oct 21 Farce of Habit /Bell Tower (p.9) Oct 25 TransWorld Jewelry, Fashion, and Accessories Show/Rosemont, IL (p.14) Nov 14 Elf the Musical /Fireside (p.15) Nov 26-30 Branson (p.20-21) Dec 6 Snowbiz with the Mistletones (p.10) Dec 9 A Christmas Survival Guide /Bell Tower (p.10)

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with some expert grass cutting ability and it usually is at this very time that my talents shine. I almost consider grass cutting an addi- tional part time job because I seem to have to cut every other day. The combination of sun, rain, and good fertilizer are pretty amazing. I have [been] in my new position as your club director for a few months now and I think we should get to know one another a little better. I mentioned to you before that I have lived in Dubuque my entire life and have worked in banking for the past 30 years. My favorite part of banking has always been to make a positive difference in someone’s life. In my past it may have been finding a good Certificate of Deposit or Savings interest rate and reaching out to my clients. Some- times a loan special came around and I was able to consolidate debt and reduce interest rates and monthly payments. The Reward Checking and Reward Savings accounts speak for themselves. I also provided life insurance which I found very satisfying. I unfortunately know the benefits first hand. My husband died very suddenly just a few years ago. I can’t even imagine how much more difficult it would have been if I had to sell our family home or not be able to manage financially. It’s a tough subject but so important. Today my goal to make a positive difference has stayed on course, but I’m doing it in a much different way. Now I get to see

how my role in helping people earn or save more money has paid off. Your hard work and dedication to your goals now provide you the opportunity to do what you enjoy. I get to be a part of the adventures you take. When I plan a trip or purchase tickets to fun events I do so with you in mind. I love seeing you laugh at a comedy. I love seeing you share memories with fellow members and guests. I love being part of your life. Thank you for giving me the opportunity to do so. I came back from my travel conference with many great ideas and a long wish list of destinations. Stay tuned as I give you a sneak peak for 2019 and 2020.

Contents Notes From Connie...................................3 Bulletin Board...........................................4 Dyersville/Farley Event...........................5 Local Events........................................6-10 One-Day Ventures...........................11-15 Mystery Trip............................................16 Heart of Alaska.....................................17 Incredible Iceland............................18-19 Branson..............................................20-21 Spain & Canary Islands.........................22 Missing Word Contest...........................23

Make today great!

Calendar 2019 Jan 22-Feb 3 Spain & Canary Islands (p.22)

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