Archive for August, 2010

General meeting and freshman tea — Aug. 12

Post Date: Wednesday, August 11th, 2010
Aug
12
7:00 pm

Poly Band And Color Guard general booster meeting and freshman tea
7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, 2010

Please come and join the boosters for a general meeting/freshman tea in the Arthur Littleworth Theater, located near the band room.
Mr. Mooring will explain what our show is for this year and how the program works.

Meet fellow boosters, the booster board, and find out about the following items and how they work:

    1. uniforms
      chaperones
      hospitality
      pit crew
      volunteers
      fundraisers
      band donations
      pay pal payments

Looking forward to seeing you there

Bowling Party: Clarification

Post Date: Wednesday, August 11th, 2010
Aug
19
4:00 pm

The Poly Band and Color Guard Bowling Party will be held 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, Arlington Lanes, 7100 Arlington Ave. Cost is $10 for two games (includes shoes). Celebrate the end of band and color guard camp, the beginning of the season.

On another, but perhaps more important note, we need someone who owns a truck to drive one of three trailers this season. Requirements according to Pit Crew Chair Toby Maynard: A big truck, a good sense of humor, work well with children and be a proud Poly Band supporter. If you can offer your services, send an e-mail to littlewhitecloudy@earthlink.net

Welcome Dinner and Other Upcoming Events

Post Date: Wednesday, August 11th, 2010
Aug
18
6:00 pm

WELCOME DINNER
Poly Band and Color Guard
6 p.m., Wednesday, August 18

Bring the family for a welcome/welcome back dinner following a brief performance from the band and color guard on the football field.

The boosters will provide a BBQ dinner.

This is a great time to make new friends and re-kindle old friendships. During this time you can:

  • • checkout the Spirit wear,
  • • purchase scrip (Stater Bros.)
  • • make donation to the band
  • • and most important, you can become a VOLUNTEER for the BEST band and color guard in Riverside!

Other important information:

  • •Poly Band and Color Guard Bowling Party: 4-8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 19, Arlington Lane, 7100 Arlington Ave. $10 for two games (includes shoes). Celebrate the end of band camp, the beginning of the season.
  • • We have been booked to attend two tapings of “Let’s Make a Deal” on Sunday, Aug. 22. So far we have 21 people attending. If we get 30, we will earn $900 for the program. This is an easy and fun way to earn money for the band at no cost to you — you might even win some prizes. Send an e-mail to letsmakeadeal@riversidepolyband.com if you can to attend.
  • We will carpool, if possible.

Come and support your student!

Mark Your Calendar — Mi Tortilla Fundraiser

Post Date: Sunday, August 8th, 2010
Aug
27
4:00 pm

Mi Tortilla is hosting a Poly Band and Color Guard fundraiser from 4 to 8 p.m. on August 27. A portion of all purchases will go to the band. Mark you calendar and invite your family and friends. The following link contains a a flier, which you will need when you place your order.

Mi Tortilla flier

Mi Tortilla is located at 3203 Mission Inn Ave, Riverside, (right across the street from the Spaghetti Factory.) You can view their menu at Mi Tortilla.

Band and Color Guard Booster Meeting – August

Post Date: Tuesday, July 20th, 2010
Aug
12
7:00 pm

Our August Band & Color Guard Booster Meeting will be held at Poly on August 12th, 2010. Please plan on joining us!

Car Wash Schedule

Post Date: Monday, June 28th, 2010
Aug
14
8:00 am
Oct
2
8:00 am
Nov
6
8:00 am

We have three car washes scheduled so far. They will be held 8 a.m. to noon., August 14, October 2 and November 6 in the Poly H.S. parking lot.

A student shift schedule will be posted prior to each car wash. Students are asked to sell four $5 tickets each. More information to come.

Summer Band Camp

Post Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
Aug
9
8:00 am
Aug
16
8:00 am

Week 1: August 9,10, 11, 12 and 13

Week 2: August 16, 17 and 18

Location: Poly High School

Our field show will be charted for the number of students attending camp. Those students who do not attend must serve as alternates until a spot becomes available for them.

Schedule:

8:00 am to 12:00 pm – Marching Fundamentals / Drills

12:00 pm to 1:00 pm – Lunch Break

1:00pm to 4:00 pm – Music rehearsal

Summer Marching Camp is Mandatory for all band & Color Guard members.

Outline:

  1. Learning and/or reviewing basic marching fundamentals.
  2. Learning and memorizing music & color guard routines for the field show.
  3. Learning drill for the field show.
  4. Participating in section rehearsals conducted by expert instructors.
  5. Participating in social activities which allow returning members and new members to become better acquainted with each other.

As you get ready for band camp please consider the weather conditions. Dress sensibly and come prepared.

  1. Eat a good, balanced breakfast
  2. Wear light, loose-fitting clothing and comfortable shoes. (No sandals or boots.)
  3. Bring a hat.
  4. Bring sunglasses.
  5. Most importantly, bring and drink lots of water.

Additional items to remember:

  1. Your instrument.
  2. Your music.
  3. A pencil.
  4. A desire to work and learn.
  5. Enthusiasm!

Thursday Night Rehearsals

Post Date: Wednesday, May 12th, 2010
Aug
26
6:00 pm
Sep
2
6:00 pm
Sep
9
6:00 pm
Sep
16
6:00 pm
Sep
30
6:00 pm
Oct
7
6:00 pm
Oct
14
6:00 pm
Oct
21
6:00 pm
Oct
28
6:00 pm
Nov
18
6:00 pm
Nov
25
6:00 pm
Dec
2
6:00 pm

Location: Poly High School Band Room