March 4, 2014

THE MUSTANGS BAND BOOSTER'S 2014 PLANT SALE



The Mustang Band Booster’s
 2014 Plant Sale

Hurray, hurray! Spring is almost here! It’s time to buy beautiful flowers for the garden, hanging baskets for the porch, and patio pots for the deck. Why shop at the big box stores, when you can buy them right here and right now at the Mustang Band Booster Plant Sale!

Students: Earn some money in your student account (~ 17%) by selling plants! Everyone loves fresh spring flowers, so they’re easy to sell. We offer excellent quality flowers and tomatoes from Nash Greenhouse in Kalamazoo, MI.  The plants are gorgeous, the prices are competitive, and delivery is just in time for Mother’s Day!

Even if you don’t know the difference between a petunia and a pansy….you can sell plants!

It’s Easy!

1.     Print the photos attached and show your relatives, friends, and neighbors. Or simply email them a brief personal note with a link to our website: http://dgsbandboosters.weebly.com/fundraisers.html
2.     Tell them you offer quality plants, competitive prices, and personalized free delivery. J
3.     Fill out the order form and collect their checks payable to Mustang Band Boosters.
4.     Turn in all order forms and checks by Thursday, April 17.    NO EXTENSIONS.
 Drop in the band mailbox, or mail to
             PLANTS – Attn: Craig Roselieb
             Downers Grove South High School
             1436 Norfolk Street
             Downers Grove, IL 60516
5.     Pick up all plants on SATURDAY, May 10, 9:00 am to 11:00 am, in the DGS south parking lot.
6.     Deliver the plants to your customers and watch them smile!


If you have any questions, please call the Plant Sale Coordinators, Bill and Charlene Kubik, at (630) 985-2860, or email them at Gen-Plants@MustangBandBoosters.com.






EAT BREAD TO RAISE DOUGH


April 17, 2013

McDonald’s 3rd Thursdays Fundraiser

McD LogoThe McDonald’s restaurant at 75th St. & Janes Ave., has made the 3rd Thursday of each month Marching Mustangs Day.  Come join us at McDonald’s for snacks, dinner or dessert and help support the Band Boosters.
Marching Mustang families and friends, join us at McDonald’s at 75th & Janes on Thursday March 21st, April 18th,  and May 16th, between 5:00pm and 8:00pm, and 20% of the proceeds from your visit will go to the Marching Mustangs. Please download and print the attached flyer and bring it with you.
imageHope to see you there.

Spring Banquet Planned for Thurs., April 25th

Download the 2013 Spring Banquet Reservation Form here.

Just a reminder that the Spring Banquet is coming soon.  Reservation forms are due Friday, April 19th!  Complete and send in your reservation form today!

DOWNERS GROVE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL BAND
2013 Spring Awards Banquet

The Mustang Band Boosters cordially invite all band students and their families to join us as we honor and recognize the hard work and dedication of the members of all the Downers Grove South Mustang Bands and Winter Guard.

WHO:       Students of all DGS concert bands, Jazz bands, Winter guard and their families are welcome. 

WHEN:   Thursday April 25, 2013

TIME:    5:45 pm   Check-In Begins
                    6:15 pm   Dinner Served
                    7:30 pm  Presentation and Awards

WHERE:  School Cafeteria and Auditorium

MENU (Gatto's)

Rigatoni with vodka sauce
Meatballs
Lemon chicken with angel hair pasta (Chicken Frachese)
Beef sandwiches - with giardinara
House salad with house dressing
Bread/butter

PRICE:  $12.00 per person

DEADLINE FOR RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT IS Friday, April 19, 2013. Complete the attached form.  
PLEASE MAKE YOUR RESERVATIONS TODAY!  NO REFUNDS OR CANCELLATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AFTER THIS DATE.

Questions? Phone Jan Colip at 630-985-4807, or Jill Quinn at 630-960-9097, or email us at
gen-springbanquet@mustangbandboosters.com.

  • Please make check payable to: Mustang Band Boosters and mail to: Craig Roselieb at Downers Grove South High School, 1436 Norfolk Street, Downers Grove, IL 60516, or place in the band mailbox.
  • If you are interested in using funds from your student account, please verify amount at exec-studentaccounts@mustangbandboosters.com and specify such amount on the form below. 
  • Please complete the attached form and include it with your check.

Save the date to come and help honor all of the hard work the students have done this year!

Please do not hesitate to call or email if you have any questions.

Spring Banquet Coordinators
email:  gen-springbanquet@mustangbandboosters.com
Jan Colip: (630) 985-4807
Jill Quinn: (630) 960-9097

March 15, 2013

2013 Plant Sale Begins - Orders Due Friday April 12th

Spring is coming, and so is our Annual Plant Sale.

Hurray, hurray! Spring is almost here! It’s time to buy beautiful flowers and vegetables for the garden, hanging baskets for the porch, and patio pots for the deck. Why shop at the big box stores, when you can buy them right here and right now at the Mustang Band Booster Plant Sale!

Students: Earn some money in your student account (~ 15%) by selling plants! Everyone loves fresh spring flowers, so they’re easy to sell. We offer excellent quality flowers and vegetables from Nash Greenhouse in Kalamazoo, MI. The plants are gorgeous, the prices are competitive, and delivery is just in time for Mother’s Day!
All details are available on the Boosters Plant Sale page, www.mustangbandboosters.com/plants

   Click here for Plant Descriptions and Photos
   Click here for Plant Sale Order Form

This year orders are due on Friday April 12th, giving you time to sell through Spring Break and Easter. Plants will be available for pick-up at DGS between 9am-11am on Saturday May 11th, the day before Mother’s Day. If you have any questions, please feel free to call us at the number listed below, or email the Plant Sales Chairpersons
Bill and Charlene Kubik
Plant Sale Co-chairs
(630) 985-2860

February 27, 2013

Butter Braids Are Back–Orders Due March 7th

Butter Braid Order Form

bbraidsNow is your chance to stock up on those mini logs of deliciousness that magically grow in size overnight and allow you to wake up and enjoy a yummy treat! Great for dessert as well.

They come in a variety of flavors: Apple, Cherry, Cinnamon, Cream Cheese, Raspberry, and Bavarian Crème.

The cost for each Butter Braid is $12.00, of which $2.00 goes directly to your students account (Incoming freshman band students included!). Samples will be available for tasting at each of the upcoming band concerts, February 19th and March 5th.
Download the Order Form here.

Orders are due by March 7 and must be prepaid. Delivery will be Thursday, March 14, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in the DGS Cafeteria. Remember, the dough is perishable and needs to be placed into your freezer within 3 hours of delivery.

Butter Braids are a great treat to have on hand, and will last 3-4 months in your freezer. Now is your chance to stock up, enjoy, as well as contribute to our band program. THANK YOU FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!!

Donna Germann

Butter Braid Chairperson

Gen-butterbraids@mustangbandboosters.com

January 25, 2013

Cozzi Corner Fundraiser Benefits Winter Guard

The Winter Guard is holding a fundraiser at Cozzi Corner Hot Dogs & Beef at 75th & Lemont.  The Winter Guard will receive 20% of all sales this weekend when you present their Fundraiser Flyer.  These Benefit Days last through Sunday January 27th so feel free to visit often to try out several items on their menu! ~ but be sure to bring the flyer with you each time so that Winter Guard earns the 20% profit.  Also note that proceed donations CAN include gift certificate sales. Why not buy a gift certificate for someone else or even for yourself to go back again at a later date.
 

December 30, 2012

Feb. 16th - Game Night and Silent Auction

Announcing our 2nd Annual Mustang Band Boosters Game Night & Silent Auction.  A raffle will also be held (winner need not be present).
When:      Saturday, February 16th
Time:       7:00pm – 11:00pm
Where:    Downers Grove Moose Lodge
                    1030 Warren Ave.
Tickets:  $15 in Advance (by Feb 4th)
                    $20 at the Door
Download the 2-page Game Night Flyer and Raffle Form here.

Questions?  Contact Peggy Nuccio (see flyer for details).

November 27, 2012

Want to join the Mustang Pep Band?

Do you want to join the cheerleaders, fillies, and the super fans this year and support our Mustang Basketball Teams?

Check out the dates and your level of interest by clicking for More Details

November 19, 2012

Downers Grove Tree Lightning Ceremoney


Village of Downers Grove 2012 Tree Lighting Ceremony

When: Friday, November 23, 2012 from 3:45 to 4:30 pm

Who: All MM students (including Color Guard) expected to attend unless you are still out of town from vacation.

Click for More Details

November 2, 2012

Stockup on your Cheesecakes before holidays!!!!!


The Cheesecakes that everyone loves are back!   The Mustang Band Boosters are once again selling delicious Gourmet’s Delight cheesecakes, just in time for the holidays.   Samples of most of the offerings will be available outside the Auditorium at the Band Concerts on November 6th & 8th.  (This fundraiser is open to students in any of the DGS Music Programs.)
This year we are offering a variety of cheesecakes in two sizes –
Regular: These large 9” cheesecakes weigh from 3-1/2 to 4 lbs., and are pre-cut into 14 servings – available in 14 varieties.
Mini: These 7” cheesecakes weigh approx. 2-1/4 lbs., and are pre-cut into 6-8 servings – available in 7 varieties.
Click for the Brochure for the delicious cheesecakes
Download the Order Form for Regular (9” size) Cheesecakes
Download the Order Form for Mini (7” size) Cheesecakes   
Additional Details 

October 24, 2012

Tues. October 30th Fall Banquet & Raffle

The Marching Mustangs will hold their Annual Fall Awards Banquet on Tuesday, October 30th in the DGS School Cafeteria. Check-In is at 5.45pm, Dinner at 6:15pm, and Presentation/Awards at 7:30pm. Tickets are $13 per person (advanced reservations). Dinner will include a buffet-style dinner with variety of choices as listed in the reservation form

Reservations & Payment are due by Thursday, October 25th.  For more Details and Contact Information, please click here for Reservation Form and confirm your seat ASAP.  Each section is encouraged to donate a basket for raffle at the event (families & friends are also welcome to prepare & donate a raffle basket).  Raffle tickets will be sold at registration and during dinner for $1 each, or 6 tickets for $5.
For more information, or any questions, please contact our Fall Banquet Chair, Jan Colip at gen-fallbanquet@mustangbandboosters.com

Important Links:
Fall Banquet Registration Form
Raffle Basket Flyer

Questions? email us at: gen-fallbanquet@mustangbandboosters.com

October 22, 2012

ISU State Marching Band Championships – October 27, 2012

Marching Mustangs will be visiting Normal this weekend to participate in the ISU State Marching Band Championship on OCTOBER  27, 2012 

Location: 
Illinois State University – Normal, IL


Key Elements for Saturday, October 27, 2012


10:15  AM Rehearsal begins at DGS with stretching in stadium
12:30 PM Final Run-Through - Pit begins packing trailer – All eat sack lunch brought from home
1:30    PM Load 4 busses (see bus groups below)
2:00   PM Depart for Normal, IL

Click for  Travel Itinerary and Prelim Schedule   

October 15, 2012

BOA Indy Itinerary and Prelim. Schedule

Marching Mustangs will be visiting Indianapolis this weekend to participate in the Bands of America Super Regional Championship on OCTOBER 20-21, 2012


Key Elements for Saturday, October 20, 2012
4:45 AM CDST    Arrive at DGS - eat a big breakfast before arrival
        Secure Instruments and luggage for loading into coach busses
5:00 AM Load Busses 1 – 3 with personal luggage and Instruments
       (percussion, baritones, mellophones, sousaphones, tenor & bari saxes must have packed the previous night)
5:30 AM Depart for Indianapolisthis Saturdayhold their 
Click for  Travel Itinerary and Prelim Schedule  

October 14, 2012

Marching Mustangs Awards Banquet - Oct 30th

The Marching Mustangs will hold their Annual Fall Awards Banquet on Tuesday, October 30th in the DGS School Cafeteria.  Check-In is at 5.45pm, Dinner at 6:15pm, and Presentation/Awards at 7:30pm. Tickets are $13 per person (advanced reservations).  Dinner will include a buffet-style dinner with variety of choices as listed in the reservation form.

Reservations & Payment are due by Thursday, October 25th. For more Details and Contact Information, please click here for Reservation Form and confirm your seat ASAP.

See you there.

October 13, 2012

10th Annual Music Bowl @ Downers Grove South HIgh School

We appreciate the commitment and dedication displayed by all participating bands, parents, families, students, judges, staff and volunteers who contributed to the success of the events despite of the weather.

Great performance by various bands today during our 10th Music Bowl Competition.

10 qualified for finals and performed for a second time. What a show!!!!!!

Click here for --> Prelims Results

Click here for --> Final Results