JUNE 2017
Hi everyone! We’ve got a lot of information in this newsletter. First, as the new Chapter
President, I want to say hello to those who may not know me. My name is Jeff Zawadzki
and I’m a 1997 graduate from the College of Engineering. I’ve been a member of the
North Texas Chapter since 1998, serving in various capacities including Assistant VicePresident and Web Master. My wife Tina is also a Penn State graduate, and we have a
daughter who is a Penn State supporter. She hasn’t yet reached the fanaticism of her
Dad, but we are working on it. I’m really looking forward to continuing the excellence
established by Craig and Judy. We’ve got a great team ready to ensure we remain one of
the best Chapters in the country! The team is working hard to continue our Chapter
traditions and hopefully create some new ones.
One item I would like to highlight is that the hotline number has changed. The new
number is 972-695-9PSU (9778). Our goal is to always have a recording detailing our
next Chapter event.
Second, we have a new location for the Summer Picnic and Freshman Sendoff. We are
moving to Lake Grapevine’s Oak Grove Park. Details are below and we hope to see all
of you there! NOTE: The picnic is on a Sunday this year.
Thanks For All Your Support!!!
Jeff Zawadzki
President
Penn State Alumni Chapter of North Texas
PENN STATE CHAPTER OF NORTH TEXAS
31st ANNUAL SUMMER PICNIC and
STUDENT SENDOFF – JUNE 11, 2017
The 31st Annual Picnic and Student Sendoff will be held on Sunday, June 11, 2017 at
the Trawick Pavilion in Grapevine’s Oak Grove Park - 2700 Darren G. Medlin
Trail, Grapevine. The festivities will start at 1 PM. Last year the attendees consisted
of: incoming Penn State Freshmen along with their family and friends, current Penn State
students, and Chapter members with their guests.
This Picnic and Sendoff will include:
• Unlimited food – home prepared brisket, chicken, hot dogs, queso, fruit salad,
cookies and lots of other goodies.
• Soft Drinks
• Current student comments… about their experiences
• Freshman introductions and congratulations!!!
• Lots of games and prizes…fun for all!!!
The cost of this entire event is only $15 for adults and $8 for children. As usual, the
incoming freshman and current students along with their families and friends are FREE.
To attend, just complete and mail the attached RESERVATION FORM to Chris
Baldovsky, no later than Friday, June 2, 2017. For additional information on the event
email us at [email protected] or leave a message on the hotline (972) 695-9PSU.
You definitely do not want to miss this one!!!!!
We are looking for volunteers to help with: * set up; * during; * clean up. If you would
like to volunteer, contact us at [email protected]
UPCOMING EVENTS
Sunday
6/11/17
31st Annual Summer Picnic and Freshman Sendoff
Trawick Pavilion in Grapevine’s Oak Grove Park - 2700 Darren G.
Medlin Trail, Grapevine - details in this newsletter
Saturday
7/15/17
Penn State Night @ the Frisco Roughriders Baseball Game
New for this year, the Frisco Roughriders will donate a portion of the
ticket cost back to our Chapter to support the Scholarship Fund. This is a
great opportunity for families to enjoy a night out with fellow Penn Staters
in a kid friendly environment, while also supporting local students
attending Penn State. More info is in the attached flyer or website below.
Where: Dr Pepper Ballpark in Frisco TX
Time: game starts at 7:05 PM
Cost: $20 per person – Go to
http://www.ridersbaseball.com/PENNSTATE to reserve your tickets.
Tickets will be held at will-call for you to pick up prior to the game. We
have a limited allotment, so secure your tickets early!
Deadline: July 13, 2017
Includes: -ticket to the game (pick up at will call window)
-All You Can Eat Food at the Riders Grab n’ Go --hot dogs,
brats, chips, peanuts and Dr Pepper products (all you
can eat starts half hour before the game and continues 1.5
hours after game starts)
-A limited edition RoughRiders souvenir
Contact: Tim Nese - [email protected]
Saturday
8/19/17
Fall Social @ Malarkeys to kick off the football season
Watch for details in an upcoming newsletter and Evite.
Saturday
9/2/17
Penn State Football TV Watching Parties Begin!!!
Penn State versus Akron at Malarkey’s Tavern conveniently located off
the Dallas Tollway – 4460 Trinity Mills Rd, Ste 100 Dallas TX 972-9317300. All games will be televised at Malarkey’s as usual!! An Evite will
be sent and more details will be in the next newsletter.
PAST EVENTS
The Spring Social event at Malarkey’s Tavern was held on Saturday March 4th. It was
bittersweet as we said thank you and farewell to our outgoing Officers and Board
Members, while welcoming our new Officers and Board Members.
We survived a windy, cool, and sometimes rainy evening in Arlington as we watched the
Rangers beat the Angels. Kurt and Nikki Heinemann did a great job organizing the
tailgate, where we socialized and dined prior to the game.
This year's Scarborough event was a small group, but all that attended had a great time. We saw
great shows like Cale the Juggler, Tartanic (bag pipers), the German Brothers (comedy rap show),
Don Juan and Miguel (sword fighting), water balloon throwing comedy show with Motley
Players, the Joust, Adam Crack with his fire whip show and lots more. The German Brothers
selected Kurt as part of their show. Their comment about his soft hair had everyone laughing,
even Kurt; it was just pure fun. It was a day filled with merriment and fun for all that
attended. Next year we look to continue this event and maybe even get group discount tickets for
all.
YOUR CLUB OFFICERS
President
Vice President
V.P. Finance/Treasurer
V.P. Alumni Admissions
VP Technology
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Jeff Zawadzki
Kurt Heinemann
Chris Baldovsky
Steve Atz
Lauren Farrell
Glenn Swaim
Nikki Heinemann
Tyler Ball
Shawn Fehily
Mike Hill
Tim Nese
CHAPTER HOTLINE
Chapter Hotline
(972) 695-9PSU (9778)
CHAPTER WEB PAGE
Chapter Web Page
E-mail
http://www.psudallastx.com
[email protected]
-----------------------------------------------------------DETACH AND SEND BELOW-------------------------------------------------------------
JUNE 11th ANNUAL SUMMER PICNIC and FRESHMAN SENDOFF
RESERVATION FORM
Deadline: June 2nd
Name(s): ___________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________
Home Phone:________________________
Note: PSU students, families
_____# of adults attending $15 each = $ ___________
and friends are FREE
_____# of children 12 and older attending $15 each = $ ______ Indicate student name
_____# of children < 12 attending at $8 each = _______
with number attending
Check amount enclosed $ ___________
Make Check Payable To: PENN STATE CHAPTER OF NORTH TEXAS
Mail To: Chris Baldovsky, 2324 Emerald Ln., McKinney, TX 75071
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ALL YOU CAN EAT SEATS
*UNLIMITED HOT DOGS, BRATS,
CHIPS, PEANUTS & DR. PEPPER
PRODUCTS
*RECEIVE A LIMITED EDITION
ROUGHRIDERS SOUVENIR &
GAME PROGRAM
*FOOD SERVED UNIL 90 MINUTES
AFTER FIRST PITCH
Frisco Rough Riders vs. San Antonio Missions, 7:05pm