Sunday, January 31, 2010
Wyndham Championship is a proud sponsor of The International Civil Rights Center and Museum
The Wyndham Championship, the tournament is proud to support
The International Civil Rights Center and Museum
www.sitinmovement.org/
Over 45 years ago, four young students from North Carolina A&T State University sat down at the "whites only" lunch counter in the F. W. Woolworth's store on Elm Street in Greensboro - and started a nationwide trend of sit-ins. Their action was meant to draw attention to the challenges that African Americans faced in gaining equality in everyday life. The International Civil Rights Center and Museum is dedicated to the memory of not only those young men who started a national phenomenon and played an integral role in the civil rights struggle of the 1960s, but is also the time in our history. The museum will provide future generations with an opportunity to learn about a tumultuous time in our nation's history - at one of the pivotal places of the civil rights movement.
The International Civil Rights Center and Museum
www.sitinmovement.org/
Over 45 years ago, four young students from North Carolina A&T State University sat down at the "whites only" lunch counter in the F. W. Woolworth's store on Elm Street in Greensboro - and started a nationwide trend of sit-ins. Their action was meant to draw attention to the challenges that African Americans faced in gaining equality in everyday life. The International Civil Rights Center and Museum is dedicated to the memory of not only those young men who started a national phenomenon and played an integral role in the civil rights struggle of the 1960s, but is also the time in our history. The museum will provide future generations with an opportunity to learn about a tumultuous time in our nation's history - at one of the pivotal places of the civil rights movement.
Carl Pettersson
Carl Pettersson – Last year, former North Carolina State golfer and North Carolina resident Carl Pettersson topped Scott McCarron by two strokes to claim his 3rd career PGA TOUR win. Pettersson moved from Sweden to Greensboro during high school and graduated from Grimsley High, located seven miles from Sedgefield Country Club, site of the tournament.
Saturday, January 30, 2010
Note from Judy Revels
I have found our next project to participate in as a group and I hope that you all will join me. Barbara Mackay Vinson is a personal friend of mine but you all probably remember her from the Jaycees/GGCC sponsorships of the Bob Mackay Foundation golf tournament which benefits cancer research. The GGO has been sponsoring her for years!
Barbara is a fantastic go-getter who has been single-handedly running this golf tournament each year with her son and (new) husband. She has asked for my help and if there are others who would like to be involved. I thought of you all and how great it used to be when we all were able to run around in golf shoes with hammers. It's been too long! Here's a little about the organization and you can also check them out on facebook. Please let me know if you are interested in some capacity and we'll get together with Barbara for some fun planning. I have just copied the information from an email she sent to me so I know it doesn't all make sense. She is having a planning meeting next Friday at her home but I wanted to talk to you all before inviting ourselves to join her. Let me know what you think when you can. I think it sounds like a blast! Feel free to share!
Judy
Barbara is a fantastic go-getter who has been single-handedly running this golf tournament each year with her son and (new) husband. She has asked for my help and if there are others who would like to be involved. I thought of you all and how great it used to be when we all were able to run around in golf shoes with hammers. It's been too long! Here's a little about the organization and you can also check them out on facebook. Please let me know if you are interested in some capacity and we'll get together with Barbara for some fun planning. I have just copied the information from an email she sent to me so I know it doesn't all make sense. She is having a planning meeting next Friday at her home but I wanted to talk to you all before inviting ourselves to join her. Let me know what you think when you can. I think it sounds like a blast! Feel free to share!
Judy
Friday, January 29, 2010
What's on ebay? 1975 GGO Decanter
"Up for auction is this EMPTY 1975 GGO Greater Greensboro Greater Open Golf Tournament Liquor Decanter. This piece measures 10 5/8" tall X 3 3/4" X 3 3/4" at the base. Bottom is marked, Heritage China 1975 S.N-57 EzraBrooks Liquor Bottle 185. There are no chips,cracks or repairs....Nice piece for your collection!...Please email questions prior to bidding...No Reserve!"
Wednesday, January 20, 2010
David Williams
David Williams, 69, died early Monday, January 18, 2010 at his residence. He was founder of Williams, Overman, Pierce CPA firm with offices in Greensboro and Raleigh.
Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 21, 2010 at First Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
A native of Rocky Mount, N.C., Mr. Williams was born on December 25, 1940. David graduated and received his BBA degree from Wake Forest College. He initially practiced accounting with Peat Marwick and Mitchell CPA firm in Greensboro. Shortly thereafter establishing his own CPA firm.
Mr. Williams was an active member of the CPA Profession including President of the North Carolina Association of CPAs.
During 1974 David served as the General Chairman of the Greater Greensboro Open Golf Tournament. He was a member of the Green Coat Club and the Jaycee Old Timers serving in many leadership positions. Mr. Williams was actively involved in the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce, Greensboro Kiwanis Club, and is a member of First Presbyterian Church.
Mr. Williams was honored to serve on the Advisors Council for the Wake Forest School of Business and Accountancy.
Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Nancy Coggins Williams, of the home; one son Dr. Brian Williams D.D.S. of Charlotte, N.C.; brother Dr. Ben Williams and sister-in-law Pat Williams of Burlington; sister Sarah Williams of Rocky Mount; sister-in-law Rachel Williams of Rocky Mount; and his loving nieces and nephews, his very special Swedish daughter Karin Samengard Boberg of Stockholm, Sweden; and his beloved dog "Murphy".
David was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin David Williams, mother Lettie Dawes Williams, and brother Orville Williams all of Rocky Mount, N.C.
Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church 617 N. Elm St., Greensboro, N.C. 27401 or the Salvation Army at 1311 S. Eugene St., Greensboro, N.C. 27403 or to donors choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.forbisand dick.com.
Funeral will be at 2 p.m. Thursday, January 21, 2010 at First Presbyterian Church. Burial will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery.
A native of Rocky Mount, N.C., Mr. Williams was born on December 25, 1940. David graduated and received his BBA degree from Wake Forest College. He initially practiced accounting with Peat Marwick and Mitchell CPA firm in Greensboro. Shortly thereafter establishing his own CPA firm.
Mr. Williams was an active member of the CPA Profession including President of the North Carolina Association of CPAs.
During 1974 David served as the General Chairman of the Greater Greensboro Open Golf Tournament. He was a member of the Green Coat Club and the Jaycee Old Timers serving in many leadership positions. Mr. Williams was actively involved in the Greensboro Chamber of Commerce, Greensboro Kiwanis Club, and is a member of First Presbyterian Church.
Mr. Williams was honored to serve on the Advisors Council for the Wake Forest School of Business and Accountancy.
Mr. Williams is survived by his wife, Nancy Coggins Williams, of the home; one son Dr. Brian Williams D.D.S. of Charlotte, N.C.; brother Dr. Ben Williams and sister-in-law Pat Williams of Burlington; sister Sarah Williams of Rocky Mount; sister-in-law Rachel Williams of Rocky Mount; and his loving nieces and nephews, his very special Swedish daughter Karin Samengard Boberg of Stockholm, Sweden; and his beloved dog "Murphy".
David was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin David Williams, mother Lettie Dawes Williams, and brother Orville Williams all of Rocky Mount, N.C.
Memorials may be made to First Presbyterian Church 617 N. Elm St., Greensboro, N.C. 27401 or the Salvation Army at 1311 S. Eugene St., Greensboro, N.C. 27403 or to donors choice.
Online condolences may be made at www.forbisand dick.com.
Tuesday, January 19, 2010
What's on ebay? 1998 GGCC Money Clip
"1998 GREATER GREENSBORO CHRYSLER CLASSIC 60TH ANNIVERSARY GOLF MONEY CLIP!!! PEWTER IN COLOR AND EXCELLENT CONDITION!"
David Williams
A Service for David Williams will be held on Thursday at 2:00 at the First Presbyterian Church. The Green Coat Club will gather at 1:30pm at the front of the sanctuary. From there we will be sent to a waiting area.
Visitation is Wednesday at 7:00-8:30pm at Forbis & Dick North Elm. Green coats are appropriate and requested dress.
Visitation is Wednesday at 7:00-8:30pm at Forbis & Dick North Elm. Green coats are appropriate and requested dress.
Monday, January 18, 2010
What's on ebay? 1989 Kmart Advertisment
"Original Vintage Magazine Advertisment
"On April 20th, the best will come out swinging."
1989 K-Mart Greater Greensboro Open April 20-23
Features professional golfer Fuzzy Zoeller.
Ad measures appx. 8 inches by 10 3/4 inches"
Thursday, January 14, 2010
2010 Greensboro Jaycee Inaugural
The Inaugural Ceremony for the 2010 Greensboro Jaycees Board of Directors will be held on Wednesday, January 20 at the Painted Plate (2001 North Church Street) starting at 6:30 pm.
The key note speaker for the evening is State Senator Donald Vaughn.
The key note speaker for the evening is State Senator Donald Vaughn.
Wednesday, January 13, 2010
Note from Mendy Durham
"Hi all! First let me say that I'm sorry for the impersonal way that some of you are getting this information. I have been able to call and speak with some but haven't had a chance to speak with everyone personally yet. Most of you know that I have a congenital heart defect - a problem with my aortic valve.
Over the years, the doctors have been monitoring my condition. Recently, they determined that it was time to correct the issue. So, on Feb 3rd, I will have open heart surgery to replace my aortic valve and the root of the aorta which has been damaged from the pressure created by the valve not working properly.
This surgery requires a full sternotomy (cutting open the breast bone) so I will be in the hospital for about 5-6 days and then will be at home recovering for 6-8 weeks (no driving). Hopefully, if things are going well, I will be able to return to most light activities after 6 weeks - including some work.
Full recovery is expected at 12 weeks. From what the doctor has said and what I have read, the heart part of the recovery is easy compared to the healing sternum. Please send your positive thoughts/prayers to my family and Will as they are going to have to deal with me during the recovery - and you all know what a good patient I am!! :-D I will try to send updates...
Love and Best Wishes...
Mendy"
(Mendy Durham was the 2003 Media Relations (Area 10) Leadman for the Chrysler Classic of Greensboro.)
Over the years, the doctors have been monitoring my condition. Recently, they determined that it was time to correct the issue. So, on Feb 3rd, I will have open heart surgery to replace my aortic valve and the root of the aorta which has been damaged from the pressure created by the valve not working properly.
This surgery requires a full sternotomy (cutting open the breast bone) so I will be in the hospital for about 5-6 days and then will be at home recovering for 6-8 weeks (no driving). Hopefully, if things are going well, I will be able to return to most light activities after 6 weeks - including some work.
Full recovery is expected at 12 weeks. From what the doctor has said and what I have read, the heart part of the recovery is easy compared to the healing sternum. Please send your positive thoughts/prayers to my family and Will as they are going to have to deal with me during the recovery - and you all know what a good patient I am!! :-D I will try to send updates...
Love and Best Wishes...
Mendy"
(Mendy Durham was the 2003 Media Relations (Area 10) Leadman for the Chrysler Classic of Greensboro.)
Saturday, January 09, 2010
What's on ebay? 1972 GGO Decanter
"This ceramic greater greensboro open golf tournament bottle(I believe they are ceramic) is in mint condition. These bottles date 1938-1980 this bottle is dated 1972 .We have a collection of 11 different bottles,all are listed so if you want them all act quickly!!!"
Thursday, January 07, 2010
What's on ebay? Evel Knievel 1980 GGO Pro-Am Plaque
"EVEL KNIEVEL 1980 GGO PLAQUE
This is one of many unusual Evel Knievel items that we will be listing & selling. These items are owned by Kelly Knievel, the oldest son of Evel. Most have been in storage for years. This is your chance to acquire some RARE & VALUABLE items that seldom come on the market. We guarantee the authenticity of all the pieces that we are selling.
This is a fantastic 9 by 12 inch plaque given to Evel for his play at the 1980 Greater Greensboro Open (team finished 2nd). Has a great metal photo with Evel sporting an unbelievable afro haircut - must have been a very windy day. A beautiful and one of a kind item. Condition is excellent. Add this most rare item to your EK collection."
Tuesday, January 05, 2010
What's on ebay? Set of 10 GGO Decanters
"Here is a fabulous set of ten Greater Greensboro Open (GGO) Decanters from the 1970's and 1980's. The GGO became the Greater Greensboro Chrysler Classic (GGCC), then just the Chrysler Classic, then something else and is still played today!(Wyndham Championship) These decanters are very collectible and very hard to find!! Here you are getting a set of ten, all in perfect condition. These will all be shipped EMPTY per ebay policy (and the US Postal Service!!). Per ebay policy the value is in the decanter itself and not in what is/was in it originally!! Even though they will be shipped empty you must be over the age of 21 to purchase this item!!
Included in this lot are the following.....
1973 Tall Golfer Bottle. Hardest of the series by far. (The ggoblogger is not sure what this means.) Erza Brooks Bottle with the removeable head. Perfect shape
1975 Bottle, Shaped like a trophy. Yellow in color with green writing, also and Erza Brooks Bottle Perfect Shape
1974 Bottle, shaped like the state of North Carolina. Yellow and Green, Perfect Shape. erza Brooks Bottle
1977 Bottle, shaped like a Golf Club. White, silver and green. Perfect Shape
1976 Bottle, Shaped like a Golf Bag, Green and Brown. Old Mr Boston Bottle, perfect shape
1978 Bottle, Shaped like a golf shoe, brown and green, Old Mr Boston Bottle. Perfect Shape
1972 Bottle, Green and Gold. First in the series, Erza Brooks, Perfect Shape
1979 Bottle, brown and green shaped like a caddy. Also a very tough bottle to get. Perfect Shape
1980 Bottle, green and yellow, shaped like a golf cart. Daviess Country, Perfect Shape
1981 Bottle, white and green, shaped like a golf ball on a tee. Old Hickory. Perfect Shape
All ten, instant set, for one bid. Again, these are all perfect and have been stored for the last 30 plus years. Great value, other sellers have these for 90-120 dollars each!! If you want some seperate please see my other items, I also have a dozen or so I will be listing seperate!"
Saturday, January 02, 2010
2009 Wyndham Championship New Breed Logistics Pro-Am
Stephen Curry
Brandt Snedeker
Carl Pettersson
Bubba Watson
What's on ebay? 1984 GGO Mug
"1984 Greater Greensboro Golf Tournament Cup or Mug
No chips or cracks
Measures about 3 3/4" tall x 3" wide at the mouth"
(The ggoblogger is pretty sure this was the 1984 media gift.)
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