KCBS Certified Judging Class

[sfisch]

One of the goals that the assn board wanted to achieve is to have a CBJ class during the winter months. The events committee has begun the process but need to know how much interest and participation GLBBQA members are willing to take.
Specifically, KCBS requires a minimum of 24 participants to conduct the class. How many of our current members would be interested in attending a CBJ class on February 20, 2010. That is a date obtained from the KCBS rep.
Cost for non-KCBS members will be around $75.00, KCBS members $40.00.
The location of the class is unknown at this time but will be determined by where we can find a place that conforms to the KCBS requirements as well as how much it will cost to rent.
We would most likely post on other forums that we are trying to have this class and maybe get some participation from q'ers in other states but want it open to our members first.
Please answer asap.

Thanks
Scott

[crossczek]

If it's in SE Michigan, I'm in.

[BruceB]

I'm in Scott...perhaps a central location.:D:D;)

[sfisch]

Bruce,
you mean like St. Johns? :)

Scott

[Richtee]

I will post this at Smoked-Meat- we have a fair sized MI contingient there :{)

[jmeds75]

I am in if it is in SE Michigan...Is the GLBBQA having another cooking class this winter? Seems like if there was a cooking class, that would be a good chance to advertise a KCBS judging class. Or vice versa.

[Bbq Bubba]

I will post this at Smoked-Meat- we have a fair sized MI contingient there :{)


I would think most of them would be members here too?

If not, recruit em over Rich! :D

[Bbq Bubba]

Oh ya......I'm in! ;)

[BruceB]

Scott and Jason...when can you guys have your tethers removed and travel outside SE MI?

[spydermike72]

I'm in Scott...perhaps a central location.:D:D;)

It appears Scott is geographically challenged.... :D

[spydermike72]

Bruce,
you mean like St. Johns? :)

Scott

I can get a venue in St Johns, I know a guy...

[lcruzen]

Count me in. What are the venue requirements?

[sfisch]

Preferably it would be something centrally located to the current membership.
There is a difference of opinion in regards to what centrally located is but to answer your question the venue isn't as much of a concern as the actual facility since it has to have a kitchen facility to prep food and what the cost to rent it is , so if you know of any possibilities give me a PM.

Scott

[spydermike72]

Here are my thoughts on a Judging class. I would gamble good money on the majority of our members (75%) are already CBJ's. The majority of the attendees are more than likely going to be non-GLBBQA members who will see the posting in the Bullsheet or the other forums that a lot of us frequent.

Now on to the Centrally located issue. When I refer to Centrally Located, I am referring to the middle of the state. The reason being is that we have members and non-members who attend our events...

[sfisch]

OK,
getting back on track here in regards to the CBJ class itself.
Firstly, yesterdays post was meant to be that of an informational post with APPROXIMATE costs for the class because I would bet that would be one of the first questions asked and like it said the cost of the rental facility is not included.
Lou has PM'd me a rental hall from a wildlife conservation club in Hamburg. He is getting some prices.
I am asking that each of you who may belong to a church, civic organization like a VFW, Masons Lodge, hunt club etc. that has a facility with a full kitchen or knows of someone who belongs to that type of organization to forward to me the location and cost of the rental.
The class size is supposed to be a minimum of 24 so that gives an idea on how much seating we would need. Again, the kitchen is a must also.
Please PM the info to me as soon as possible. We want to make this a quality event.

Thanks
Scott

[Rich Parker]

I took the class a couple of months ago but if the team Its The Law BBQ is cooking I may be willing to fork out a couple more dollars. :D

[Bbq Bubba]

I took the class a couple of months ago but if the team Its The Law BBQ is cooking I may be willing to fork out a couple more dollars. :D

You want to see what a DQ box looks like???

[Big Al]

I'm interested depending on location. I am on a short leash since with with the wife ever since the baby was born.

[Richtee]

You want to see what a DQ box looks like???

I din't know Dairy Queen was competing? :p

[sfisch]

Jason is getting some information on a church in Royal Oak, Lou has gotten the info on the hunt club in Hamburg but the rental fee is quite high.
Anyone else with possibilities can PM me with the info.

Thanks
Scott

[jerry516planes]

We would be glad to help.

[sfisch]

Hi Jerry,
good to hear from you. I think we are getting close to finalizing the date and location. Will post it as soon as we are certain.
Thanks for volunteering again.

Scott

[spydermike72]

It is official!! The GLBBQA is pleased to announce that we will be hosting a KCBS Certified Judging Class on February 20th at 9:30 in Royal Oak at Genesis The Church. Please see the attached flyer for more information. Please pass this around to all of your friends and family!!

[spydermike72]

Here is a revised copy of the flier with mailing address on it. Sorry for the confusion.

[spydermike72]

Just wanted to let everyone know that we are getting a very good response to this. Please pass this on to any of your other groups and friends that may be interested.

[tmogg]

money sent !

[Richtee]

Just licked my stamp. Well, actually it's self adhesive... just a nostalgic line for you old folk. :{)

See ya there!

[sfisch]

Good deal,
Mike was saying that there were only a couple assn members who indicated they were attending.

Scott

[sfisch]

Good morning all,
Mike has advised that he currently has 33 paid spots for the CBJ Class on Feb 20 with 5-7 more saying checks are in the mail.
We will need some "Volunteer" help to help with the food, boxes, and in the kitchen during the class.
As of right now, Mike and B-Mac are the only two "Volunteers". Bruce B, Bubba and I are taking the class.
Who else can come help us out?

Thanks
Scott

[jerry516planes]

Glad we are having such a good turn out!

What time do you need us there?

Jerry

[sfisch]

Jerry,
we are putting some final touch's on this week. Will let you know asap.

Thanks a bunch
Scott

[spydermike72]

Michianna Mark and Kevin O'Brien have also volunteered to help.

[michiana mark]

Michianna Mark and Kevin O'Brien have also volunteered to help.

I will be driving "The Mayor of Edwardsburg" up to get her certification. Will be glad to help out. Hope to be there around 9 am. Have to work friday night, The Mayor may have to drive up.:mad:

[sfisch]

Hey,
Saw the Mayor's name in the Bullsheet!

SCott

[sfisch]

UPDATE:
Things are progressing well, over 40 registered attendees so far.
We are planning on being at the church at 8:30 am to begin set up. Any helpers can arrive anytime from then on.

Thanks a bunch
Scott

[spydermike72]

Actually this class is sold out!! We have met our limitation (we may actually be a bit over)... What a great response!!

[Capt Dan]

Congrats, good for you guys, glad to hear it. I am sure it will be a great sucess. If i wasn't going to Scotty's event in Westmont, I would be there too!;)

[jerry516planes]

Scott,

Its about 3 hours to the church for us. We will be leaving about 5:30 and should be there about 8:30.

I need to get hold Bubba for some Rub and so on. If anyone else needs some free shipping from Bubba I would be glad to bring it back.

:D

[Richtee]

I need to get hold Bubba for some Rub and so on. If anyone else needs some free shipping from Bubba I would be glad to bring it back.

:D

Ask him about the Mad Hunky rub ;{)

[spydermike72]

Ask him about the Mad Hunky rub ;{)

You should tell him about the Mad Hunky Rub... :D

[Rich Parker]

Scott,

Its about 3 hours to the church for us. We will be leaving about 5:30 and should be there about 8:30.

I need to get hold Bubba for some Rub and so on. If anyone else needs some free shipping from Bubba I would be glad to bring it back.

:D

Thanks for the offer Jerry but I am saving my lunch money to hit em up at the annual meeting next month. ;)

[sfisch]

Jerry,
Please drive safely, see you Saturday!

Scott

[Richtee]

You should tell him about the Mad Hunky Rub... :D

Actually- I think I'm gonna make up some sample packs for the class :{)

[michiana mark]

I will be driving "The Mayor of Edwardsburg" up to get her certification. Will be glad to help out. Hope to be there around 9 am. Have to work friday night, The Mayor may have to drive up.:mad:
Work schedule got changed for a couple months. Will be starting at noon now instead of 4:30 pm. Chance to catch a few more winks, and then the mayor won't have to drive.:)

[michiana mark]

Hey,
Saw the Mayor's name in the Bullsheet!

SCott
Shes's a card carrying member now. Just another acolade to add to the list.

[tmogg]

since i didnt see it posted, what is the bar of choice after the class?

[Richtee]

since i didnt see it posted, what is the bar of choice after the class?

Memphis smoke is right down the street. We could all go "pass judgment" on 'em :D

[spydermike72]

Memphis smoke is right down the street. We could all go "pass judgment" on 'em :D

Dont bother...

[Richtee]

Dont bother...

That bad eh? I have never been there, but had some folks tell me it was OK. But then again, they have little idea of "OK" I suppose.

[sfisch]

They probably don't have Lincolnpoodles beer, thats what Mike drinks.

Scott