Photos of 2012 Events
This page is the historical archive of the 6 events sponsored by the Chicago Chapter of the Circumnavigators Club in 2012. It has copies of the invitations to the events and 44 photos taken at the events. |
Click on the thumbnails for the paper invitations. Click on underlined locations for a MapQuest map.
February 7, 2012
"Defining Sustainable Development"
by Ben Shorofsky
at Loyola Academy. Their website.
6:00 - 7:00pm -- Open Bar
7:00 - 8:00pm -- Dinner in the Faculty Lounge
8:00pm -- Program in the Marillac Room
April 17, 2012
"100 Circumnavigations on the 100th Anniversary of the South Pole"
by Don Parrish
at St. Ignatius. Their website.
6:00 - 7:00pm -- Cocktails in the 4th Floor, Grand Gallery
7:00 - 8:00pm -- Dinner in the 4th Floor Brunswick Room
8:00pm -- Program
June 13, 2012
"Botswana & South Africa"
by Chuck Doherty
at McCormick & Schmick's in Skokie. Their website.
6:00 - 7:00 -- Cash Bar
7:00 - 8:00 -- Dinner
8:00 -- Presentation
July 14, 2012
Circumnavigator Club Foundation Luncheon
at the Home of Lucinda & Dick Kasperson in Northbrook
1:00 -- Event Begins.
September 11, 2012
"Circumnavigating Japan, India and Italy"
by Dr. Prabha Sinha
at Chicago Yacht Club. Their website.
6:00 - 7:00pm -- Cocktails (Cash Bar)
7:00 - 8:00pm -- Buffet Dinner
8:00pm -- Program
December 4, 2012
Holiday Dinner Party
at Greek Islands in Chicago. Their website.
6:30 - 7:30pm -- Reception (Cash Bar)
7:30 - 8:30pm -- Gourmet Dinner
On February 7, 2012 at Loyola Academy, Ben Shorofsky spoke on his Circumnavigation Research Trip:
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Left: Jay Harran and Jim Brandsfield enjoy conversation and a drink before dinner. Right: Jane Smith and Lois Holyoak and pending member Bob Holyoak do the same. | |||
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Left: Peter Civetta and Jana Measells who work with Foundation Scholars at Northwestern
bask in Ben's success. Right: Ben Shorofsky with proud parents Steve & Cheryl. |
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Left: Kevin Short Foundation Scholar for 2012 with Virginia Mullins and Ben Shorofsky
who will advise Kevin on tips for success. Right: The chapter tradition continues: Carol Narup presented Ben with the flags of countries he visited, and he identified them all correctly. |
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Left: Don Parrish and Lois Kahan marveled at Ben's presentation including a
surprise video of thanks
from all past Foundation Scholars. Right: Ralph & Esther Segel also enjoyed the presentation. |
On April 17, 2012 at St. Ignatius, Don Parrish spoke on his trip to the South Pole on its 100th Anniversary:
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Left: Bernice Pink, Ralph Segel and Del Zunas enjoy a conversation. Right: Barb Wilcox, Don Blom and Peg Leonard enjoy a glass of wine, conversation and the historic surroundings. | |||
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Left: Bob Bilhorn and tonight's speaker Don Parrish enjoy conversation and the ambience of St. Ignatius, as do - Right: Nick & Deanna Padgett and Frank & Linda Gruber. |
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Left: Dick Damisch with Dan & Melanie Peterson are all in great spirits looking
forward to another memorable event. Right: The chapter tradition continues: Jaclyn Winship receives her membership certificate from VP Karen Schlueter. |
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Left: the South Pole where Don Parrish made 100 circumnavigations to celebrate the 100th Anniversary of
Roald Amundsen's achievement. Right: Don holds Amunden's watch. Read Don's trip report. |
On June 13, 2012 at McCormick & Schmick's, Chuck Doherty spoke on his trip to Botswana & South Africa:
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Left: Greg Wojcicki pauses for a photo with Jaclyn & Kent Winship. Right: Ray Schlueter, Peg Leonard, Barb Wilcox and Karen Schlueter enjoy beverages and conversation before dinner. | |||
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Left: VPs Karen Schluter and Carol Narup presents new member certificate to
foundation scholar Ben Shorofsky. Right: VPs Dan Peterson, Carol Narup and Sally & Dave Gotaas enjoy at chat in ambience of McCormick & Schmick's. |
Circumnavigators Foundation Fundraiser at the home of Dick and Lucinda Kasperson on July 14, 2012:
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Left: Our Hostest Lucinda Kasperson with Phil & Jan Meyers. Right: Our Host Dick Kasperson flanked by Jeanna & Michael Helmcke and VP Dan Peterson. |
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Left: Don Parrish, Melanie Peterson and Dave Gotaas enjoy conservation at the fundraiser. Right: VP Karen Schlueter with John & Judy Meade. |
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Left: Foundation Scholar Sam McAleese received his
new member certificate at the party. Right: Carol Narup and son Scott Narup enjoy the ambience. |
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Left: Michael Helmke and Judy Meade enjoy a chat with
Foundation Scholar Sarah Graber. Right: Del Zunas & VP Marilyn Fischel learn about Sam's plans. |
On September 11, 2012 at the Chicago Yacht Club, Dr. Prabha Sinha spoke about Traveling with Friends:
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Left: Officers Carol Narup, Dan Peterson, Pat Smith and Marilyn Fischel
enjoy pre-dinner beverages and conversation. Right: Visitors Ben & Maureen Ivory watch Don Parrish explain his artic map held by Jim Franch. |
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Left: Carol Narup explains our Club to Maureen and Ben. Right: VP Karen Schlueter presents new membership certificates to Barb Wilcox and Peg Leonard. |
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Left: Carol and President Jim Arimond listen to Foundation Scholar Ben Shorofsky's future plans. Right: Foundation Scholars Kevin Small, Ben Shorofsky and Sarah Graber discuss Kevin's recent circumnavigation. |
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Left: Our speaker Dr. Prabha Sinha gave a delightful talk about the unique travel "club" he
has with his friends. Right: Dan Peterson with his marketing mentor Prabha Sinha. |
On December 4, 2012, we had our annual Holiday Party at the Greek Islands restaurant in Chicago
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L: Don & Jeneane Blom, Foundation Scholar Sarah Graber, and Publicity Director Deanna Padgett
enjoy our private room. R: VP Dan Peterson & Virginia Mullin discuss her trip to Viet Nam. |
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L: Dick Damisch and Genevieve Adsit enjoy the holiday party. R: Renee Betzelos and Webmaster Don Parrish compare notes on many topics before dinner. |
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L: VP Karen Schlueter and President Jim Arimond present
a membership certificate to Bob Holyoak. R: Lois Holyoak congratulates her proud husband. |
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L: Ray & Karen Schlueter enjoy a laugh with Jane Smith. R: Jane chats with Sally & Dave Gotaas as a successful party ends. |