Volume 28, Number 5 January, 2012

HOMEPAGE

AZ BROADWAY THEATRE, WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 25

Location: Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria, AZ 85382, 623-776-8400.
Time: Dinner at 12:00 Noon, Curtain time at 2:00 PM.

Singin’ in the Rain

Based on one of the most celebrated and beloved films of all time starring the inimitable Gene Kelly, Singin’ in the Rain is set in 1920’s Hollywood during the waning days of the silent film era. This zany, light-hearted romantic comedy focuses on romantic lead Don Lockwood, his sidekick Cosmo Brown, aspiring actress Kathy Selden, and Lockwood’s leading lady Lina Lamont, who’s less-than-appealing vocal tones make her an unlikely candidate for stardom in talking pictures. You will want to kick your feet up as you’re transported to yesteryear in this dazzling production.

ARIZONA SCIENCE CENTER TRIP - FRIDAY, JANUARY 27

We are planning a trip to the Arizona Science Center. As a group we receive a special reduced rate for admission to the museum. Additional shows, such as the IMAX require an additional admission fee. We will meet on the inside entrance ramp of the center. Look for Victor’s Honeywell sign.

PRESIDENT'S PERSPECTIVE

A very Happy New Year to all Honeywell Retiree’s. The Honeywell Board of Directors and Committee Members are looking forward to a very exciting 2012.

In January we will have a tour of the Arizona Science Center chaired by Vic Fragnito. We will also share an event with SRC, at the Arizona Broadway Theater: Singin’ in the Rain.

In February we have a fun day planned at Turf Paradise with an excellent all you can eat buffet luncheon. This will be chaired by Harry Heller. Mark your calendar for February 21 to attend the Identity Theft and Fraud Seminar chaired by Nadine Arney. The Phoenix Police Department will speak about how seniors are being targeted by the “bad guys.”

In March many retirees will be on a round trip Princess Cruise from Los Angeles to Hawaii. This event is chaired by Barbara Rippstein. Also in March we will be attending a Spring Training Baseball Game and will have our Spring Pot Luck Luncheon.

Circle your calendar for April 26 for the annual breakfast meeting. We are once again fortunate to have Mr. Tim Mahoney, President and Chief Executive Officer from Honeywell Aerospace as our keynote speaker. Honeywell Aerospace includes three main businesses: Air Transport and Regional, Business and General Aviation, and Defense and Space. Come and join us for an update on Honeywell and a good breakfast at the Iron Works Restaurant. This event is chaired by Jane Bilyeu.

We are trying to reduce the mailing costs for “The Bridge.” If you have a computer and have not signed up yet to receive the Bridge electronically, please consider doing so to help us reduce the mailing costs.

Nominations are open for new Board members, as well as committee chairs. If you are interested in serving on the Board, please contact the co-chairs, Tom Turner 480 502 1986 or Harry Heller 623 3632 2159. It is only one meeting a month for a couple of hours. Lot’s of fun, too.

Shirley Krieger

Laughter is the Best Medicine.

I don't suffer from insanity; I enjoy every last minute of it.

You're just jealous because the voices only talk to me.

Beauty is in the eye of the beer holder .

The gene pool could use a little chlorine.

Consciousness: That annoying time between naps.

Being 'over the hill' is much better than being under it!

A journey of a thousand miles begins with a cash advance.

Ham and eggs... A day's work for a chicken, a lifetime commitment for a pig.

UPCOMING ACTIVITIES

SPERRY/HONEYWELL DAY AT THE RACES - FEBRUARY 14

IDENTITY THEFT AND FRAUD SEMINAR - TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 21

Phoenix Police Detective Robert Weigler will speak about identity theft and various other types of fraud which are used to target senior citizens. Topics will include phishing; various types of fraud through email solicitation and phony websites included in those emails; pop-ups with promises of something free with purchase; websites that look identical to the real thing but are not; and identity theft in general.

There will be time for questions and answers at the end of his presentation.

Some of the topics to be covered (but not limited to) are:

• Phishing, especially for senior citizens,
• Fraud through email solicitation with fake websites attached to the emails.
• Pop ups that might entice people to purchase items with promises for getting something free
• Websites that looks "close" to the real ones that deceive users
• ID theft
• Other topics that seniors should be aware of.

BRING YOUR SPECIAL VEHICLE TO WORK DAY - FRIDAY, MARCH 2

On Honeywell’s Deer Valley campus, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM. To register a vehicle for display, call Andy Tidey, 602-436-5153. Viewing of the cars is open to previous employees of Honeywell or Sperry.

Contact: mike.Proch@honeywell.com for more information.

CRUISE FROM LA TO HAWAII (14 DAY ROUNDTRIP) - MARCH 10 - 24

Sapphire Princess

Coordinator: Barbara Rippstein, 623-566-1572 rippy60@yahoo.com for additional information

If the winter is getting you down and you’re looking for a great get-away, there is still time to book a cabin on the Sapphire Princess. Cabins are still available in all price ranges. In addition, Princess now gives veterans a $250 on-board credit.

For those who don’t want to fly or drive, our travel agent, Dan Bachmann, has arranged for a round trip bus from Sun City directly to the pier. The price is $220 per person.

Sign up today for this fabulous round trip cruise from the West Coast to the Hawaiian Islands. We will be visiting the big Island of Hawaii, Oahu, Kauai, and Maui on the Sapphire Princess. It offers you the most affordable staterooms, freedom and flexibility in dining choices, and unmatched service.

For price and availability, please contact Dan Bachmann, Ford’s World Travel at 623-975-1800.

Please let Barbara Rippstein know if you have an interest in the trip or if you have questions

SPRING TRAINING BASEBALL GAME, MARCH TBD

SPRING POT LUCK LUNCHEON, WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28

Your Honeywell Retirees Club will provide baked ham, rolls, coffee, tea and water. Plates, utensils, condiments, etc. will also be provided. Attendees are asked to bring a covered dish to share: hot casserole, baked beans, salad or dessert of your choice. Get out your favorite recipes and prepare your specialty to share with others. You may bring your own beer (we have a beer permit) or soft drinks if you would like, but no glass containers are allowed in the park.

DESERT BOTANICAL GARDEN, APRIL TBD

For more than 70 years, the Desert Botanical Garden has been teaching and inspiring visitors from the local community and around the world, providing research, exhibits and more designed to help us understand, protect and preserve the desert’s natural beauty. It features 65 acres under cultivation and over 50,000 plant displays showcased in beautiful outdoor exhibits.

ANNUAL MEETING, THURSDAY, APRIL 26

Again this year, our Speaker for the Annual Meeting is Tim Mahoney, the president of Honeywell Aerospace. He is an excellent speaker and will give us an update on the “State of the Company.”

HRC SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM FOR 2012

It's time again for your children, grand children or great-grandchildren, to get applications submitted for the Honeywell Retiree Club Scholarships at ASU, NAU and U of A. As before, application forms are available at each of the universities’ scholarship offices. Information on scholarships is also available on line at each of the universities’ web sites. We do not keep forms at HRC. Applications for the HRC scholarship at ASU should be submitted by February 1, 2012. At NAU the deadline is March 1, 2012. At U of A the deadline is May 1, 2012. The Honeywell Retiree Club Scholarships are for $1000. Awards are generally announced in May. The on-line addresses are:

ASU - http://students.asu.edu/node/1184, - search for Honeywell.
NAU - http://www4.nau.edu/finaid/ - inquire at the financial aid office.
U of A - https://financialaid.arizona.edu/scholarships/Default.aspx - Inquire at financial aid office.

The requirements for the scholarships are:

• Must be a family member of an active member (current dues paying) or associate member (spouse of deceased active member) of Garrett Retiree Club or the Honeywell Retiree Club. Family members are defined as children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, etc. of the retiree. Students must indicate the name and their club membership of their relative.
• Only students entering or in their sophomore, junior, or senior year are eligible.
• Students applying must have evidence of 3.0 or higher college grade point average.
• Applicants must re-apply annually.
• Receipt of this scholarship does not restrict the student from receiving other scholarships.
• Students majoring in Science and Technology related fields will be given preference, but other majors will be considered.

The evaluations of the applicants are done by each university’s Scholarship Office. The Retiree club's only role is to verify the retiree club membership.

PAST EVENTS

MORE PICTURES FROM THECHRISTMAS DINNER/DANCE DECEMBER 8

FIX-IT GUYS

SPONSORED BY THE HONEYWELL & SPERRY RETIREE CLUBS

We can help Honeywell retirees or surviving spouses with fix-it jobs around the house that you are not good at or are unable to do and prevent these jobs from becoming budget busters. The Fixit Guys are Bob, Gene, Clint, Sam, Perry, Lee, Dan, Matt, Wally, Paul, and Ed .

Call us at this number, (602) 765-4466, and leave a clear message containing job information, your name and telephone number. We probably can help and will get back to you as quickly as practical. We furnish the labor at no cost to you; you furnish the cost of the parts.