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Rally Coordinators Rally Masters: Greg & Laura Baker (989) 400-9675 |
2009 Great Lakes Area Spring Spree (G.L.A.S.S.) Rally
May 21-24, 2009 (Four nights
of camping)
(Thursday
through Monday-Memorial Day Morning)
The 2009 G.L.A.S.S. Rally is over. Check out what you missed.
Watch here starting late September for information on the 2010 G.L.A.S.S. Rally.
4 nights of camping (w/electric), 4 nights of entertainment, Friday night snack, Saturday & Sunday breakfasts, Evening Stage and Daily prizes, Sunday Ice Cream Social, Monday morning coffee & donuts, Motorhome/Supplier Exhibits, Crafts and Seminars, Car Show, Hard/Paperback Book/Video/DVD swap, Ladies & Red Hat Afternoon Tea. Water at most sites. Power at over 1,000 sites, but not adequate for Air Conditioning. Limited Handicap parking.
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Rally Coordinators Rally Masters: Greg & Laura Baker (989) 400-9675 |
Sponsored By: Great Lakes Area Chapters Hosted By: Michigan Knights of the Highway
The G.L.A.S.S. Rally is in the Eastern Daylight Savings Time Zone.
Berrien County Youth Fairgrounds
Berrien Springs, Michigan (2002 G.L.A.S.S. Rally picture)
Click Here for Hi Resolution Picture
* Let's Race In Time G.L.A.S.S. 2009. Sign up for one of the best Area rallies in North America. The fairgrounds has power for over 1,000 motorhomes. There is water at many of the sites (nearby - may take several hoses). The water is to fill your fresh water tank, but you can't stay connected full time to the water supply. There are many more 10 and 20 amp sites. Dump station on exiting the rally. Optional pump out service available starting Friday ($20). Trams or Shuttles run Wednesday morning through Sunday. You may enter early on Tuesday or Wednesday for $15 per early day. If you don't wish to travel on Memorial Day, you may stay Monday (Memorial Day) night for $15 (pay the Fairgrounds folks Monday afternoon or prepay at the Fair Office Thursday or Friday).
Please see the great article in the FMCA's September 2008 Motor Coaching Magazine, starting on page 36, about the 2008 G.L.A.S.S. Rally.
Volunteer Opportunities - Lots of fun being involved in helping during this event! If you would like to volunteer some of your time to help at the G.L.A.S.S. Rally.
Click Here for map of Berrien Springs and the location of the fairgrounds. If you get the Mapquest web page, but the map is blank, click on one of the "City" Zoom button at the left of the blank map. Use the Mapquest Zoom Bar to zoom in or out to determine your route to get to the fairgrounds. You can print the Mapquest maps for your convenience. Click the back button in your browser to return to this page. For those that travel with their computers or have a GPS unit, the street address of Gate 3 for GPS mapping software or units is 4259 East Shawnee Road, Berrien Springs MI. Do not use this as the regular mailing address for the Fairgrounds office.
Click Here for Driving Directions.
Click Here for a detailed map of the Fairgrounds including the location of the Registration Building and open times. This is a large PDF file and will take 1 to 5 minutes depending on if you have broadband or dial-up connection. This map will be very handy if you are a First-Timer at the G.L.A.S.S. Rally.
Golf Outing
Saturday May 23 - 9:00 a.m. 18 holes. Golf Tournament (18 holes & cart) at Pebblewood Country Club in Bridgman Michigan. Use your own transportation or check the board at the Information Center and carpool to the golf course. Lots of prizes. Pre-registration required - See the Registration Form
Entertainment
Thursday, May 21 - 8:00 p.m. -
Mossburg Strings -
The Mossburg Strings is
comprised of the oldest four of nine Mossburg children: Caleb (19), Aaron (18),
Rachel (17), and Jacob (15). They enjoy playing many different musical styles
including classical, fiddling, oldies, patriotic and Christian. The group
performs in a variety of venues including fine arts programs, conventions,
conferences, churches, business gatherings, schools, weddings, reunions, and
dinner theaters, to name just a few.
Performing
over 200 concerts each year, memorable programs have included playing for a
luncheon hosted by First Lady Laura Bush in Indianapolis; Governor Mitch
Daniels' Inauguration Gala (Indianapolis Convention Center) and Open House
(Rotunda of the State Capitol).
The
Frustrated Maestros Great Lakes chapter
of F.M.C.A. is a fun-loving, energetic group of volunteers whose main interest
is playing and singing music. Each year, the group's concerts are part of the
G.L.A.S.S. daytime and evening entertainment. We are located on the "midway" in
Building #35 across from the KFC Gazebo, and in the Grandstand on opening night. Besides the main band
and choral group, there are many specialized groups performing for your
pleasure; the Bluegrass Group, the March and Swing Group, a Jazz Combo, and
various vocal ensembles, as well as talented vocal and instrumental soloists and
specialty or comedy acts. Chapter members include professional musicians, music
educators, and others who just love music and have "dusted off" their high
school instruments or their singing voices to perform with the group.
Friday, May 22 - 6:30 p.m. - The Frustrated Maestros will be performing a half-hour concert in the Grandstand (Building 24) prior to the opening ceremonies . There will be daily concerts Friday, Saturday and Sunday in Building #35. Specialty groups will also be performing on the grounds at various times during the rally.
Friday, May 23 - 7:30 p.m. -
New Odyssey -
Here is an act that is versatile,
funny, novel, talented, polished, family-oriented and awesome in presentation.
New Odyssey has been together for over 20 years and has performed at literally
thousands of functions, always to complete satisfaction and rave reviews! This
is a show you must see and hear to believe.
Outstanding arrangements of almost every style are performed on 30 different musical instruments! With a unique combination of great music, audience participation, and sheer zaniness, mayhem can ensue at any moment.
Saturday
Evening, May 23 - 7:30 p.m. -
The Challengers offer a
wide variety of music in their shows and concerts. Great music with strong
harmonies has always been their foundation. The same harmony styles help to
enhance all their music styles. In fact, in one show the audience may have the
opportunity of hearing a selection of oldies, country, gospel, patriotic, and a
capella numbers.
Their versatility has enabled them to open up shows for some of the great names in the entertainment industry, such as Alabama, Ricky Skaggs, Crystal Gayle, B. J. Thomas, Marie Osmond, George "Goober" Lindsey, Confederate Railroad, Leroy Parnell and Billy Dean; as well as the biggest names from the past, such as Tommy James, Gary Puckett, The Diamonds, 3 Dog Night, Paul Revere and the Raiders, The Turtles, Peter Noone, Bobby Vee, Chubby Checker, Blood Sweat & Tears, Little River Band and many more.
The Challengers are experienced. They have been together for more than two decades. They average over 150 dates per year, traveling throughout the United States in their own custom-designed bus and performing at state and county fairs, festivals, weddings, theatres, and private corporate functions.
Sunday
Morning, May 24 - 9:30 a.m. -
Terri McFarland is a
Christian recording artist, inspirational speaker and former
collegiate athlete
& coach. Her passion to share the love of Jesus has taken her around the world
providing chapel services for Olympic and professional athletes & coaches
through a unique and powerful ministry.
As a sought after conference speaker, Terri’s gift of song and her passionate style of communication connects with a variety of audiences. By openly revealing her own spiritual journey the Holy Spirit is touching hearts and changing lives.
Terri desires her life and music to clearly reflect the work of the Holy Spirit in such a way that will draw others into a more personal relationship with Jesus Christ; the only One who can change us from the inside out.
Joining Terri is world class pianist, and vocal accompanist, Ken Wadley. Hailing from Arkansas, Ken has a reputation as one of the most gifted keyboard players in the Midwest. His work can be heard on more than 50 albums. Ken’s latest solo piano CD entitled Testimony, is a fresh interpretation of many great songs of faith.
Sunday Evening, May 24 - 7:30 p.m. - There are two groups entertaining us on our last evening of entertainment - The 33rd Street Band and The Soul Men.
The
33rd Street Band is a diverse group of seasoned musicians who share a love of the great horn bands of the 1960s and 1970s. Each member brings his unique background to the music to make a unified wall of sound, creating fantastic big horn rock and roll excitement! The founder of 33rd Street Band, Steve VerMeulen, envisioned a big showband with a "killer horn section" to play the music of Tower of Power, Chicago, Blood Sweat & Tears, Ides of March, Lighhouse, Blues Brothers, Etc.
Working with them is The Soul Men, Blues Brothers Impersonators, who perform a tribute to Joliet Jake and Elwood Blues. The Soul Men's persona, is an uncanny resemblance to "The Blues Brothers". Dressed in black from head to toe, displaying finger tattoos, The Soul Men impersonate Jake & Elwood to perfection. The Soul Men's performance is a high energy, fast paced, audience participating routine. They perform all the favorite "Blues Brothers" songs, and get the audience moving and dancing.
Daytime Entertainment
John Anderson
- A professional entertainer and multi-instrumentalist. Originally from Ireland,
John has always been a top attraction in Europe, Canada and the United States.
He puts on a great show and is comfortable playing any style of music.
Karen Anderson has been entertaining kids for fifteen years and is well known for her pleasing personality. Specializing in balloon sculpting and pocket magic, she's adds even more to the show!!
Look for John and Karen at many locations around the fairgrounds on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
The Travel'n Riverboat Show is an exciting mobile entertainment unit! Requiring no power - it can put on a show anywhere! It's colorful appearance is an asset to any fair or function and is a big favorite with the kids! A musical mix of 50's and 60's, Country and New Orleans’s Dixie.
Car Show -
Sunday, 10:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- In
cooperation with the Southwestern Michigan Car Collectors and others. Come
see the G.L.A.S.S. Car Show in parking area DL. For your enjoyment,
Chris Ayotte will be entertaining you
at the car show at 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m.
Trophies will be awarded
based on ballots by the rally attendees viewing the car show.
Sunday at 11:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. - Chris Ayotte - Chris will be singing near the Car Show in parking area DL on the Fairgrounds map.
Chris Ayotte (pronounced “A-yacht”) is an award-winning Elvis Tribute Artist and celebrity impressionist. He has entertained for a variety of venues across the country with his distinct voice and fun-loving style of comedy. Chris is especially recognized for his vocal likeness to Elvis and for his ability to re-create the three decades of Elvis from the 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s. Those who have heard Chris call him “one of the best."
In addition, Chris impersonates a wide range of celebrities, U.S. presidents, famous politicians, singers, sportscasters, and more. His spontaneous sense of humor and audience interaction makes for an unexpectedly enjoyable show. His unique brand of wholesome showmanship will delight and entertain audiences of all ages.
Sunday, May 24 - 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. -
Ladies & Red Hat Afternoon Tea: Ladies, join with lots of festive friends for tea at the G.L.A.S.S. Rally. We will be serving tea and cookies, so bring your prettiest tea cup and come join the fun. There will also be prizes and a raffle. Everyone is welcome. Date and location will be in the rally booklet you will receive at registration at the rally.
Seminars
The Seminar buildings will be bulging with all types of informative seminars, craft projects and classes.
Click Here for a list of Seminars & Craft Classes.
Indoor Exhibitors/Vendors
Wander the 2 large buildings filled with Exhibitor/Vendor booths. Also some outside Exhibitors/Vendors.
Coach Displays
Tour some of the latest and best motorhomes. See what the motorhome manufacturers are doing this year.
The following meals are included in your basic rally fee.
SUNDAY:
May 24,
Additional food opportunities at the Rally.
The Food Concessions are open from about 11:00 a.m. to ?? each day from Wednesday through Sunday. They are located between Registration and the Grandstand.
THURSDAY, May 21 - Spaghetti Dinner - 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. This is the 14th year for a Fund Raiser dinner put on by the Greater Berrien Springs Recreation Department. The dinner is served at the Berrien Springs Middle School that is located adjacent to the fairgrounds. Tram service will be provided between the rally and the school. Good food for a good cause. $7 per person at the door.
The following Optional meals can be purchased in addition to your basic rally fee. See the registration form.
SATURDAY, May 23
SUNDAY, May 24 -
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