LEBANON AMERICAN CLUB NEWS JUNE 2017 Page 1

22 West Street
Danbury, CT 06810

Presidents Corner
Dear Members,
Club Officers With June already moving along, I am looking forward to the scholarship dinner and in recognizing our current
graduates and see them continue in their further educational opportunities. These are our future leaders in the
Mike Caravakis community and I know that they will have felt this club helped them along to a brighter future. Hats off the
President entire committee for the continued hard work to make this a success.

Ghassan Najm The Golf outing was again a great day for all the participants. I want to thank John Ashkar, and the Golf
Vice President committee for getting players, sponsors and for making it the great day that it was.
Jimmy Glynn
Painting and outside repairs continue on our beautiful building only to be delayed slightly by the wet weather.
Secretary
We will be looking at ways to repair and stop any water leaks going forward as well as power washing and
Lou Najamy repairing the kitchen vent system.
Asst. Secretary
Work at The City Hall continues on the front and is scheduled to be completed soon. All monuments
William Asmar including ours will be carefully reset at the agreed location and will be well visible to the public;
Treasurer Lebanon Day will be scheduled as soon as all construction and improvements at The City hall are completed.

Mark Chory The Memorial day parade was cancelled for the second year, however several ceremonial events continued
Asst. Treasurer around our city, and Tom Saadi attended.
John Ashkar Please note that there will be no Friday Dinner on the weekend of St. Georges Festival. Enjoy all area festivals.
Past President
Have a great month and please consider attending our membership meetings on Tuesdays, and attending and
Directors
bringing a guest to our Friday dinners.
Vinny DiGilio
Sincerely, Happy Fathers Day
Ray Antous
John Ashkar
Mike Caravakis And
Eddie Essa
Happy 4th of July
David Glynn
John Monnayer Scholarship Award Dinner
The 44th Annual Lebanon-American Club Scholarship Awards to be presented to a Club member's son or
Dick Jowdy
daughter will be held on Wednesday, June 7, 2017, at the Amber Room Colonnade. The graduating recipients
Former President
will be recognized for academic achievement, fine character, and leadership ability. Scholarships will be
awarded to individuals who plan to pursue higher education and who demonstrate their ability to achieve
Ladies Auxiliary
academic success. Congratulations to the following 2017 graduates who will be honored on June 7th:
Officers
Cross Binette, Pauling HS; Spencer A. Mead, Danbury HS;
Ruth Ashkar Mia Nahom, New Milford HS; Andreah Orr, Danbury HS;
President
LAC Golf Outing Big Thank You!
Betty Najm Thank you to many members and guests for participating and supporting the Annual Golf Outing that took
Vice President & place at Richter's Park in Danbury on May 10th. Special thanks to all our sponsors and raffle donors, those who
Past President purchase T-Markers, Colonial Ford for the Hole in One Truck Prize and Garavel Auto for the Lunch to name
a few. Special thanks also to the committee chaired by past president John Ashkar, and to the Glynn, Chory and
Janet Coury Vigilio club members for a great Steak dinner. Congratulations to all the winners.
Secretary
Debbie Sousa Inside: Judge Dianne Yamin and Attorney Bob Yamin, received WSCU Presidential Honors, see page 3
Treasurer Taste of Lebanon Festival @ our Lady of Lebanon Church in Waterbury, see page 4
Middle East Festival @ St. George Church in Danbury, see page 4
News Staff Ladies Auxiliary sponsored Family Picnic Outing @ Vespucci Lodge in Danbury, see Page 5
Ghassan Najm
Louis Najamy
Ruth Ashkar
Betty Najm Phone: 203-743-5828 / Email: lebanonclub@att.net
www.lebanon-americanclubofdanbury.com
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News Staff Corner:
The unofficial start of the 2017 summer season was Memorial Day; hope you and your family had a pleasant holiday. More
members are needed to participate in your clubs events. It is through the club events that members can fulfill their obligation
to support and participate as club members, remember being a member is not just paying your yearly dues but actively
participating in activities. Please stay current with all of your clubs functions by reading and remembering all upcoming
events, also keep in mind there are reservation deadlines for certain functions.
The outside wood trim and stucco of your building is looking great with some coats of fresh paint and fixing up! It is still a
work in progress, so please keep the clubs reserved parking spaces opened for the paint crews trucks and equipment.
Over the last few months there has been an increase in monthly newsletters returned to the club for several reasons. Please
update your contact information as soon as possible so that you can receive emails, letters, newsletters, and any other club
communications. Many members have claimed that they were not aware of dates of events or functions being held by your
club, so please see to this issue as soon as possible. One last request if you would like to change your preference for the
monthly newsletter (paper copy or website copy) please send a brief note with your choice to the club at this address
lebanonclub@att.net or mail your note to Lebanon American Club of Danbury, 22 West Street, Danbury, CT 06810 attention:
Newsletter.
Thoughts to Live By:
To spare oneself from grief at all cost can be achieved only at the price of total detachment, which excludes the ability to
experience happiness. Erich Fromm, German-American psychoanalyst and author (1900-1980).
The worst-tempered people Ive ever met were people who knew they were wrong. Wilson Mizner, American playwright
(1876-1933).
A Little Humor:
Nothing spoils a good party like a genius. Elsa Maxwell, American socialite (1883-1963).
A highbrow is a person educated beyond his intelligence. James Brander Matthews, American author and educator
(1852-1929).
Member News:
Since our last newsletter we have sworn in 2 new members, Augie Deluca as a regular member, and Jose Martinez as a social
member. We welcome them to our membership.
It has been a while since we have mentioned members who have distinguished themselves by going above and beyond what
is considered a good member. We are now reaching out to the Lebanon American Club Members as well as the Ladies
Auxiliary members to submit the names of those members who you think fit this description. Please send your choices to the
club through either of the following methods: email lebanonclub@att.net or mail to Lebanon American Club of Danbury,
22 West Street, Danbury, CT, 06810. Please include the reasons for your choice.
Coming soon Heritage Walk work is being done in front of City Hall constructing the new Heritage Walk honoring those
who have helped to make this city what it is today. The Lebanese monument will have a prominent spot in this wonderful
park and will be rededicated at the Lebanon Day Ceremony (date to be set), so keep watching construction as it progresses.
Health and Welfare:
Please keep our ill members in your prayer and notify Pres. Mike Caravakis, whenever a member falls seriously ill by
sending an email to caravakis@aol.com.

Congratulations to Selim Noujaime on his retirement from 16 years of public service as CT State House rep. for the 74th
District, Waterbury. A Roast and Toast, with ~400 in attendance, was held in his honor on May 16th at the Aqua Turf .

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

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LADIES AUXILIARY NEWS by Pres. Ruth Ashkar
CONGRATULATIONS:
To Danbury attorneys Robert and Dianne Yamin, who were recently recognized by receiving WCSU Presidential Medals for
their exemplary professional and public service at the 30th annual WestConn Society luncheon on March 25th. The
WestConn Society is the oldest continuous giving program sponsored by the Western Connecticut State University
Foundation. Bob graduated summa cum laude from WestConn in 1979 and then from Harvard Law School. He was the first
WestConn alumnus to achieve that distinction. Judge Dianne Yamin graduated from Lehigh University and the Mercer
University School of Law. She has been elected Judge of Probate six times. Congratulations again Bob and Dianne!
For Your Info:
We have a group of six members that are currently working on revising and updating our LAX by-laws. When they are
ready to present their revisions to the membership, we will have a special meeting to approve the changes. A date has not yet
been chosen, but the telephone committee will notify our members of the specific time and date beforehand. Thank you in
advance for your co-operation.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU:
1. To the ladies that participated in helping with the golf tournament held on May 10th. They were Najla Antous, Lisa
Antous Binette, Betty Najm and Mary Elizabeth Salame. Thanks again!
2. Thank you to Betty Najm for updating our LAX phone lists again this year.
DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Wednesday, June 7th @ 6:30 PM, the 44th Annual Scholarship Dinner to be held @ the Amber Room. $55/person.
2. Sunday, June 18th following the 10:00 AM liturgy, the Annual Fathers Day/Graduation Breakfast will be held @ St.
Anthonys church hall. Adults, $10/ children under 12, $5. All are welcome.
3. Friday, June 23rd and Saturday, June 24th, the Annual Mid-East Festival will be held on the church grounds of St.
Georges Church.
4. Sunday, July 16th @ 12:00 noon, the 2017 Family Picnic hosted by the Ladies Auxiliary, and chaired by Betty Najm and
Lisa Antous Binette, will be held @ the outdoor pavilion @ Amerigo Vespucci Lodge. Cost is $15 for adults, $5 for
children under 10 years of age, and free for children under 5 years old. This event is open to members, family & friends.
IMPORTANTREMINDERS:
1. Special prayers and a speedy recovery to all our members who may be ill.
2. Please remember to support our advertizing sponsors.
3. Friday night dinners and the once a month Pasta dinners, are posted in the newsletter calendar.

This Month Club Events

Jun 2 & 12 7pm, Fri Night Buffet Dinner, by Nicks Catering $25/Person. BYOB
June 7 - Wed. 6pm, Scholarship Dinner, by Mark Chory, Ghassan and Betty Najm
Jun 13.& 27 - Tues.7pm/8pm Board of Directors and General Meetings respectively
Jun 15 Thurs.7:30pm, Texas HoldEm Tournament, By Bill Orr, $50/Person to enter. Prizes and Dinner
Jun 16 7pm, Fri Night Buffet Dinner, by Viviannes featuring specialty Lebanese Dinner $25/Person. BYOB.
Jun 21 Wed.6:30pm, Pasta Dinner, By Chef Lou Scalzo and Lou Najamy. $12/Person. BYOB.
Jun 23 No Friday Night Dinner, due to St. George Mid-East Festival.
Jun 30 7pm, Fri Night Dinner, Lebanese Buffet by Chef John Hanna, $30/Person. BYOB.
Looking Ahead - Club Events
July 16 Sun. 1pm, Family Picnic. By the Ladies Auxiliary, See page 3
TBD Lebanon Day and Re-Dedication of the Monument at Danbury City Hall Heritage Walk.
Sept. 14 Thurs 6:30pm, Scholarship Fund Raiser Buffet, by Nada Zarrini and Hind Takla.
Community and Regional Events
June 9-10, Taste of Lebanon Festival, OLOL Church, Waterbury. Featuring George Maalouf Friday, Ayad Attallah Saturday.
June 23, 24, Mid-East Festival, St. George Church, Danbury. Featuring Nadim Bourjaili Friday, George Maalouf on Saturday.
June 28-July 2nd, NAM (National Apostolate of Maronites) Convention in Greenville, SC
Aug. 6, Maasser El-Chouf Outing - Winsted, CT
Aug. 11-13, Ehden Lebanese American Club Festival Wolcott, CT
Aug. 18-19, Lebanese Heritage Festival. St. Anthonys Church, Featuring Amine Sultan Ensemble.
- NYC and Boston events and detail on above, visit http://www.lebanon-americanclubofdanbury.com/p/regional-events.html

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

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2017 LAC Golf Outing at Richters Park

LAC Pasta Dinner

Wednesday Jun 21 @ 6:30 pm
By Chef Lou Scalzo and Lou Najamy
$12/Person (BYOB) - All are welcome!

Thursday Jun 15 @ 7:30 pm

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

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
1 2 3

Private Event at the

Club
American Buffet Dinner
4 5 6 7 8 9 Jun 9-10
Taste of Lebanon
Festival
Award Dinner at Our Lady of Lebanon
6:30pm Church
Amber Room Italian Buffet Dinner Waterbury
11 12 13 14 15 16 17

7:30pm Texas Lebanese Buffet Dinner

7pm Board Mtg. Hold'em By
8pm-Gen.Mtg. Tournament Vivianne
18 19 20 21 22 23 Jun 23-24

6:30pm Spaghetti Private Event at the No Friday Night Dinner Middle Eastern Festival
Dinner By Chef Club at the Club St. George Church
Scalzo & Najamy
July 16th 26 27 28 29 30 July 4th
Ladies Auxiliary Family
Picnic at Vespucci
Lodge 7pm Board Mtg. Lebanese Buffet Dinner
in Danbury 8pm-Gen.Mtg. By Chef Hanna

Lebanon American Club

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