2020/2021 Reunion Flyer

2020/2021 Reunion Flyer

 

Halibut REUNION 2021
October 10-14  2021

 

The Halibut 2021 reunion is back on.  It is time to put 2020 in our past and like all good Submariners we look forward.  I would encourage all of you to come and all of your family members are welcome.  We are all part of the Halibut Family.  As you know we can’t predict the future but I think last year has taught us to not take tomorrow for granted.   You have many Shipmates and friends who would like to see you again, don’t disappoint them. Don’t use the excuse I will go to the next one.

Make plans now.

Contact List

Inn on Barons Creek  Reservations  (830-990-9202
Roy Armstrong Reunion Chairman 808-429-6727 (roystrongarm@aol.com)
Tom Rabb Reunion Chairman 832-372-8891  (Tom.rabb14@gmail.com)
John Long Auction and Registration  503-390-2086    (johnanddebbielong@comcast.net)
John McHugh Web Master and Deceased Shipmate List 425-947-4546  (jmchugh@ocaidphoto.com)

Reunion 2020 Flyer

2020 USS Halibut SSGN/SSN 587 Reunion

Fredericksburg    Texas

To: All USS Halibut SSGN/SSN Shipmates

From: 2020 Halibut Reunion Committee

Subject: Register Now

We are very excited about our 2020 Halibut Reunion. Fredericksburg, Texas  is the selected location for this year’s reunion.

Lodging:

  • Check-in/Check-out
    • Sunday October 11th through October 15th, 2020
    • Location
      • Inn on Barons Creek  (830-990-9209)

308 S Washington St. Fredericksburg, Texas78624

Planned Events

  • BBQ Roy and Patty Armstrong’s Ranch
    • Tuesday Afternoon and Evening

Plan Your Own Fun

  • Suggestion provided by
    • Museum of the Pacific
    • Tour Fredericksburg.
    • LBJ Ranch
    • Texas Hill Country
  • Best of All
    • Spend time with Halibut Shipmates
      • Sharing sea stories
      • Remembering fun times
      • Become re-acquainted with your Halibut shipmates
      • Greatest liberty of all times
      • DO NOT MISS THIS HALIBUT REUNION

Halibut Reunion Schedule

October 11 through 15, 2020

Fredericksburg,  Texas

Sunday October 11,   2020

  • Check-in – Visit with Shipmates (Hospitality Suite)
  • Sunday Afternoon – See who arrives (Hospitality Suite)
  • Sunday Evening – Hospitality Room Open

Monday October 12,  2020

  • 50/50 Drawing (Hospitality Suite)
  • Enjoy Fredericksburg– Join Shipmates for cocktails (Hospitality Suite)

Tuesday October 13,  2020

  • 50/50 Drawing (Hospitality Suite)
  • Big Texas  BBQ Roy and Patty Armstrong’s Ranch

Wednesday October 14, 2020

  • 10:00 am Halibut Association Meeting (Hospitality Suite)
  • 50/50 Drawing
  • 3:00 – 4:30 pm Hospitality Suite – Celebrate Kenny Hicks Birthday
  • 6:00 pm – Banquet
  • AUCTION -Very Exciting Auction will be held after dinner.
  •  

Thursday October 15,  2020

  • 8:30 am – Check-out
  • Gather in Hospitality Suite for farewell to all shipmates
  • Safe Travel Home to all

Halibut 2020 Reunion

Below is the letter from Roy Armstrong announcing the renunion in October of 2020 in Fredricksburg, TX.

Stay tuned to the website for more information.

Shipmates,

Time marches on ! Our reunion in Fredericksburg Texas is less than a year away. It is time to mark your calenders and plan your attendance.

Reunion Dates : October 11-15 – 2020

Rooms are blocked off under the USS Halibut Reunion. Room Rate $109.00 / night plus tax. Full breakfast included.

Hotel : Inn on Barons Creek 308 S Washington St. Fredericksburg Tx. 78624 (830-990-9202)

            Call Hotel directly and request room under USS Halibut 

Registration Fees : $90.00 / person : John Long will handle Registration

Airports : Austin approx. 90 miles.

                San Antonio  approx. 75 miles.

Tentative Schedule:

Sunday 10/11/20 : Check in @1500 -2000 

                               Hospitality Room Open

Monday 10/12/20 : Open Time explore Fredericksburg, Austin, San Antonio

                               Hospitality room open @ 1700 tilllll

Tuesday 10/13/20 : BBQ @ Armstrong Ranch Time TBD

Wednesday 10/14/20 : Business mtg. @ 1000

                                     Happy Hour 1700

                                     Colors / Tolling of the Bell 1800 

                                     Banquet / Auction 1900

Thursday  10/15/20      Breakfast and Fair well

Please consider bringing donations for the auction. Its a great support mechanism. Any Items you may not want to carry can be shipped to me @

1026 Wolf Pass Rd.

Fredericksburg Tx. 78624  

Looking forward to a great event.

Roy Armstrong

808-429-6727

Halibut 2018 Reunion

The Agenda has been posted – please select it off the menu and you should receive a copy in your email.

The dates of the Reunion are Oct 7-11 2018. The hotel is currently taking reservations (see below) and depending on availablity will take honor the rates from two days prior til two days after.

Don’t worry about the dinner – that will be considered in the upcoming registration information, but book your rooms as soon as you are comfortable.

Thanks,
John Mchugh

Dear USS Halibut:

Welcome to The Maxwell House in Nashville! All of us at the Hotel are thrilled that you have selected our property for your Reunion.  Until you can come and visit, here is some general information about next steps:

First; Make A Reservation For Your Stay At The Maxwell House:

Your group has a unique code that will guarantee your room rate of $139.75 (which includes fees and taxes) in room block; 1810MRGCVB. Use this code when you are making your reservations on the phone or on line.

  • You can make a reservation by calling the Reservation Line: (800) 457-4460 Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM -7:00 PM (CST).
  • You can directly email the Reservation Coordinator, mckay@millenniumhotels.com, with your reservation request. Make sure to include your contact information, dates you are requesting and room type (King Bed or Double Bed) you are requesting. We do our best to honor your requests!
  • You may extend your stay! The special rates for The USS Halibut are available 2 days Pre start of your event and 2 days Post your event ( based on hotel availability)

Second; Get Ready To Eat Well While You Are At The Maxwell House:

  • Dinner on Wednesday will be amazing! The Hotel has met with the USS Halibut planners and they have selected a bountiful and generous option for you. From the cocktail hour to dinner time, this meal will be a memorable experience. There will be an especially selected offering of salads and accompaniments, delightful and enticing entrees and luscious desserts. For $51.10 (includes all taxes and fees) this is a great deal.

Third; A Few Details To Prepare For Your Stay At The Maxwell House:

  • Please feel free to park your car in one of our 400 parking spots. Unlike the rest of Nashville hotels, we do not charge for parking. The hotel has a shuttle that runs to downtown and back every 30 minutes. The shuttle is first come, first served and is a great option when you want head to The Honkey -Tonk Highway (Lower Broadway) for a boot scootin’ good time.
  • RVs are welcome to be parked in the parking lot too. But, there is no water or electricity hookups. Please do not stay in your RV while it is in the parking lot. Come on in and get a room!
  • Outside food is welcome in the Hospitality Rooms and in your own room. However, please do not bring in outside food to be consumed in other areas.

Fourth; The Most Important Part of For Your Stay At The Maxwell House:

  • Be ready to have a good time. Everyone at the hotel- from the Front Desk Staff to the Restaurant and Bar Staff, Housekeeping and The Sales Team are so excited you are coming. Please let them know if you need anything to make your stay more comfortable.

Here is a bit of history behind Maxwell House Coffee:

Most likely over the last several decades, you have heard Maxwell House‘s famous slogan for their coffee, “Good to the Last Drop.” The slogan has actually been around since 1917, but it wasn’t until the 1930s that Maxwell House started to explain where the slogan came from, possibly due to the fact that Coca-Cola was using the same slogan at this time.

According to Maxwell House lore, President Theodore Roosevelt was visiting Andrew Jackson at Jackson’s estate, The Hermitage, on October 21, 1907. During this visit, he was served Maxwell House coffee, and he reportedly said that it was “good to the last drop.” Owners Leon T. Cheek and John Neal heard President Roosevelt’s bold statement, and they adopted it as their corporate slogan.

 Local press in Tennessee did cover Roosevelt’s visit, and one paper did cover the story regarding Roosevelt’s response to the Maxwell House coffee. However, according to that source, Roosevelt said, “This is the kind of stuff I like to drink, by George, when I hunt bears.”

Maxwell House has since then said that the slogan was originally written by Clifford Spiller, a former president of General Foods. Yet, in 2009, the coffee company reverted back to its original claims that the slogan came from Roosevelt. They even ran a commercial depicting President Roosevelt retelling that famous story.

Whether it’s true or not, it’s a fun piece of legend for Maxwell House, and it certainly explains why they haven’t departed from their slogan in nearly 100 years.

A little bit about the Hotel:

The Grand Ballroom – The largest of our event spaces.  It features a 26-foot ceilings and is decorated in regal décor.  Up to 500 guests can be comfortably accommodated within this opulent ballroom or the space can be divided into three (3) smaller sections, hosting 175 guests each.  The Promenade Foyer is adjacent to the ballroom and is perfect for early arrivals and cocktail receptions.

The Crown Ballroom – This is our premier ballroom. Located on the 10th floor of the hotel, this space provides spectacular views through its tall windows.  With the rolling hills of Tennessee and the Nashville skyline to savor, the ballroom makes a charming venue.  Up to 250 guests can be accommodated within this private space.

The Pavilion – For summertime events, the outside Pavilion is a perfect choice. The space can   accommodate up to 200 guests.  This location is the perfect site for a Bar- Be- Que, a cocktail reception or just an outdoor party. Guests approach Pavilion from a landscaped walkway, replete with lush green lawns and brightly colored flowers.

Junior Ballrooms – A smaller meeting room that can hold up to 50 people. Ideal for conferences, sales meetings, seminars, small to medium groups and related events and activities.

Once again, everyone at The Maxwell House looks forward to your arrival.

Please do not hesitate to contact me if I can be of assistance in any way.

Most sincerely,

Deborah Lederman

Sales Manager

615-313-1365

Deborah.Lederman@millenniumhotels.com