Dear Members,

Further to my October 16 newsletter I am contacting you all with a reminder that at 11 AM on Wednesday, November 30 we will be having our 2011 Annual Meeting and Member Luncheon. The luncheon menu has now been finalized and will consist of:

Baked Ziti

Roasted cauliflower bruschetta

Chicken Satay

Falafel Canapés

Apple Pancetta Pizza

Beet Feta Lettuce Wraps

Stuffed Mushrooms

and complemented by a selection of fine wines and non-alcoholic beverages.

Thanks to the generous sponsorship of our good friends at AzHLA this luncheon will be free of charge to our Active Members, Associate Members and honored guests. Since we are entering the Holiday Season we are asking attendees to make a contribution, at the door, in whatever amount they are comfortable with (cash or a check - payable to AABBI) and the entire proceeds will then be donated on behalf of the AABBI membership to the Salvation Army of Arizona.

We opted for a relaxed and informal style of luncheon to allow and encourage attendees to greet and mix with one another, and have sufficient time in which to do so. The venue should also help, it being the poolside meeting facility at Landmark Towers, 4750 North Central Avenue, Phoenix - Chuck and Jeff’s apartment complex (See below for Directions).

Following lunch, around 1:30 PM, we will be conducting the necessary and important business of our Association. The meeting will conclude no later than 3 PM.

We are hoping that there will be a good turnout for this, our annual event and ask you all to please invest the little bit of time your attendance takes.

Please R.S.V.P. by email to Karen McClurg karenbult75@yahoo.com as soon as possible but not later than November 21

Directions to Landmark Towers at 4750 North Central Avenue.

For those coming from the East, including Tucson, it's easiest to take I-10 all the way into Central Phoenix beyond 7th Street and into the tunnel, exiting IMMEDIATELY upon tunnel exit 144 onto 7th Avenue. Turn right onto 7th Avenue. Proceed beyond the signals at McDowell, Thomas and Indian School. One mile further, turn right at the signal for Camelback. Turn right at Central Avenue. You will soon cross the light rail tracks/signal. Take the immediate next right onto Pierson Street. You may parallel park anywhere on Pierson. Do not use any of the retail parking lot spaces around the building. Head for the lobby on the South side of the building. If you encounter any problems call Chuck or Jeff's mobile phone (520-481-3873).

For those coming in from the North, exit I-17 at Camelback, turn left (east) and turn right at Central Avenue. You will soon cross the light rail tracks/signal. Take the immediate next right onto Pierson Street. You may parallel park anywhere on Pierson. Do not use any of the retail parking lot spaces around the building. Head for the lobby on the South side of the building. If you encounter any problems call Chuck or Jeff's mobile phone (520-481-3873).

Looking forward to seeing you all.

Paul Hedger - President

email: indianhillbb@msn.com Phone (520)-760 4200