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Next Tuesday, July 12th is our next General Membership Event

A Wine Tasting at Four Sisters Winery

DON'T FORGET TO REGISTER

 

Metro is going - Wine Tasting!

 

Tuesday, July 12th at 6:00 PM

 

The Metro Retention Committee Co-Chairs, Tammy Murray of Andersen Windows and Doors and Brian Maffia of General Plumbing Supply decided it was time to shake things up. Therefore, Metro's next General Membership Meeting will be taking place at Four Sisters Winery and be a fun wine tasting.

 

Join us as we take in the 250-acre vineyard view of beautiful rolling fields and picturesques hills in Warren County.

 

Date: Tuesday, July 12th 

Time: 6:00 PM

Place: Four Sisters Winery

         783 County Road 519

         Belvidere, NJ 07823

Member Price: $80 per person

NonMember Price: $90 per person

 

Ticket includes - Formal wine tasting, appetizers, dinner and dessert

 

Never been to a Wine Tasting or perhaps a little unsure about attending one? We get it - everyone gets a tad intimidated when it comes to these. Not everyone knows what a tannin is. Don't worry Metro has you covered. Please enjoy some Wine Tasting Tips & Tricks to use below.

 

1. Make sure to cleanse your palate properly - this is a crucial step in the process if one wants to distinguish between the different notes and flavors of each wine. A palate cleanser or "intermezzo" is usually a light, clean neutral flavor with a refreshing taste that leaves very little or no aftertaste. Popular palate cleansers are: white bread, crackers, pineapple, apples, olives, cheese, celery, roast beef, pears, coffee beans, bananas, tortilla chips, beer (believe it or not), light tea, and water at room temperature

2. Swirl & Sniff - remember those scratch and sniff markers or stickers - it's like the adult version of that. This is when you take your wine glass and move it around in circle to allow more oxygen in making the wine more fragrant. After the swirl you take a sniff by lowering your nose to the rim and inhaling deeply. Sense of smell plays a huge role in your sense of taste. This is usually when someone says "I smell ____"

3. To Swish & Spit or To Swish & Swallow - the choice is yours really. Most places these days will give you a designated "spittoon" bucket for you to spit out the wine if you so choose to do so due to remaining sober throughout the tasting or because you simply are not a fan of that particular wine - you cannot like them all. The main point of this category is the Swish - where you take a sip of wine and move it all around your mouth while considering the different flavors. This is when people say "I taste ____"

4. Work Light Wines to Heavier Wines - if possible start with sparkling wines, then fresh whites, richer whites and then move onto the reds

5. Red-Wine & Teeth - this comes from years in the industry but you can never go wrong with drinking red wine through a straw to avoid this or bring a toothbrush and toothpaste along for the ride. Gum works too if you don't want to lug all that around.

6. Take Notes & Ask Questions - Everyone says they will remember the name of the wine they had that they loved but then they don't. There is no harm in writing it down. Also, Winemakers and owners usually love to talk backstory so don't shy away from asking questions.

 

Most of all though remember to HAVE FUN! Just because you are tasting Wine doesn't mean it has to be serious.

 

Four Sisters Registration

Get ready for the highly anticipated industry-wide networking mixer at Reno's Appliance on Thursday, July 14th! As stated below this Networking Event is a HUGE opportunity because it brings all of the different professionals within the building industry together. This is not an event you can just show up to - you must RSVP by purchasing a ticket ahead of time and the window is closing.

Register Here

Tuesday, July 12th

10:00 AM - ZOOM

 

This is an informative orientation to welcome Metro's newest members. However, it is also a great refresher for those who have been involved with Metro BCA for years as well. During this orientation you will learn the right way to utilize MemberZone, the MemberPlus App and being a member of Metro. In addition you will hear about the different Councils and Committees you may join and the many different events to attend throughout the year. Plus, you get to meet a couple people before our next General Membership Event (which happens to be the same day!) so you will recognize a face or two.
 

These orientations happen via Zoom and take place on the second (2nd) Tuesday of every month starting at 10:00 AM. Even though this event is free, open to everyone and via Zoom we do ask you to register so we have an idea of how many to expect.

The Zoom link is located on the events page of the Metro website.

Metro's Membership Co-Chairs are Greg Koryszewski of QQIC, Ltd. and Karen Adamsbuam of The John Morgan McLachlan Agency, Inc.

Time to start working on your golf swing...

 

And grab your Golf Sponsorship before they are all gone!

NEW THIS YEAR - GOLF CLINIC

3:00 to 5:00 PM

Can't make it to the entire golf outing but still want to be involved? Try the Golf Clinic! Here is a way to sharpen up on your game and participate in the evening festivites. Come get some tips from our Golf Pro by attending our 2 hour clinic.

 

Includes personal instruction by PGA Professional in a variety of skills, putting, short game and time on the range. Move around in smaller groups through various stations to sharpen up your game.

 

Afterwards, why not join the group for dinner and meet other Metro members too?

Golf Registration

Coming up in September is our Annual Grillin & Chillin Event hosted by the Remodelers Council Co-Chairs: Geraldine Smith of All Inclusive Construction and Don Dyrness of Main Street Custom Homes & Remodeling. Once again we invite all members of the family to join us.

 

Real Deal BBQ will be back with their mouth-watering food.

SPONSORSHIPS AVAILABLE

 

Grillin & Chillin Event Sponsor - $1,000

Grillin & Chillin Bar Sponsor - $750

Grillin & Chillin Corn Hole Sponsor (To Be Made) - $550: one will be made for your and/or your company with the company logo on it (or what you choose to have put on it) and will be brought to the G&C Event to be used and then for you to take with you. Five (5) Available.

Grillin & Chillin Corn Hole Sponsor (Already Owned) - $400: you and/or your company already own one and will be bringing it with you to the G&C Event to be used.

Grillin & Chillin Bocci Ball Sponsor - $350

Grillin & Chillin Horse Shoe Sponsor - $250

G&C Registration

Don't forget to use the NAHB Member Savings Program

 

Let us take a look at: Avis

 

NAHB members can save big when they make a reservation with the special Avis Worldwide Discount. Save up to 30% off Avis PAY NOW rates when making a reservation with Avis Worldwide Discount (AWD) number G572900.

 

 

Members can take advantage:

• Skipping the line and enjoying expedited service while gaining points if enrolled in Avis Preferred
• Complimentary Upgrades - for a ride that fits you
• Saving up to 10% on Weekly Rentals
• Avis Quickpass - a way to get you on the road faster

Always make sure to read the Terms & Conditions.

 

Benefits and Perks

Exclusive Savings: As a benefit to members, NAHB negotiates on your behalf to offer the best pricing available at 20 national companies.

Support for Your Local HBA: All products and services purchased by members through the member savings programs offer monetary support for your HBA. Last year, NAHB gave more than $700,000 to HBAs as a result of member participation in these programs.

 

Click for more Information: Member Savings Program

Mark your calendar for some of Metro's upcoming events for the rest of the 2022 year.

We are always looking for new content to print. If you want to write an article for OnSite or our Weekly Newletter send us an email at MemberServices@metrobca.org. We would love to hear from you.

 

Don't forget to tag us on Instagram @metrobca and use the hashtags #metrobca #metrobcasitepets #metrobcapetphoto You can also send in your pet photos to Kimberly by email to knordstrom@metrobca.org Keep them coming and Mezzie will select one each month to put in OnSite.

 

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