August 28 , 2010
BBA Second Annual “ White Linen Party ” (Sunrise Cove Marina Club House)
Join us for our annual White Linen Party” to be held at the scenic Sunrise Cove Marina Clubhouse. The event will include music and dancing. Sunrise Cove Marina rests on 62 sprawling acres of beautiful timberland, and accommodates a wide variety of vessels with its assortment of 749 opened, covered and PWC slips. . The event will include music, dancing, food and beverages. Enjoy the breathtaking patio view over looking Sunrise Cove Marina after dark. Feel free to bring your lounge chair and/or favorite beverage. $25 per person ($15 for BBA Members).
Make it a weekend affair!!! The BBA arranged a 25% discount for members and guests to stay at one of the best Hotels in the Lake Lanier area. Hampton Inn & Suites, Flowery Branch, 4660 Holland Dam Road, Flowery Branch, Georgia, USA 30542. To receive the special rate call (770) 965-0357
August 14, 2010
Back-to-School Celebration
Bring the kids and join us for a day a fun and games (Location to be determined). There will be food, beverages and boat rides. Also, bring a donation in the form of school supplies for those in need. Make this a memorable experience for the whole family. Call (678) 472-6764 for further details.
August 21, 2010
Women on Water (Hosted by Marinemax).
Come join our Women on Water course at our MarineMax Holiday Road location. Ladies of all ages are welcome!
Saturday, August 21,
10:00am-2:00pm,
Lunch provided.
Learn to tie knots, dock your boat, and so much more... you may walk away knowing more than your husband!
Class is limited to 15 ladies so sign up early!
RSVP to Carrie Segrest at 770-614-6968, carrie.segrest@marinemax.com, or register online!
September 4 - 5, 2010
Labor Day BBQ Lake Martin, Alabama (Hosted by Club Members Joe Colvin and J.P. Mills)
You Are Invited!!! Members of the Black Boaters of America are invited to a spectacular "Labor Day Celebration" on beautiful Lake Martin (Colvin's Lake Cabin). Boat Rides, Food & Drinks will be provided. We'll have dominos for the Domino Players and cards for the Spades and Bid Whist Players. For those who may want to take a splash in the lake or hot tub bring your beach towels and swimsuits. Also, Breakfast will be provided Sunday, September 6th 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Members $20 and Non-members $25. RSVP J.P. by August 31st (678) 637-1238.

September 18 - 19 2010
Dive in Movie - Lake Lanier (Hosted by Marinemax)
Our last Dive In Movie of the year!
Saturday, September 18,
Calling all sun bathers, swimmers and dippers, bring your tubes, floaties, and flippers.
We guarantee you'll have lots of fun playing with our crew in the sun.
We'll anchor out, hang out, play until the sun goes down, and sleep under the stars!
The movie will begin at 9:00pm
(Exact location to be determined)
RSVP to Carrie Segrest at 770-614-6968, carrie.segrest@marinemax.com, or register online!
September 23-28, 2010
San Juan Puerto Rico Getaway
Treat yourself to an end of summer vacation in lovely San Juan Puerto Rico. Members will be staying at the Embassy Suites Hotel Casino & Resort, Isla Verde, Puerto Rico. For more information call 678-472-6764.
October 9, 2010
BBA Southern Fish Fry & Pot Luck
Join us for an evening of food and fun at beautiful Holiday Marina. Festivities will begin at 6:00 - 10:00 p.m. Members free -Non-members $15. For participation, call 678-472-6764 for further details.
October 16, 2010
BBA Island Raft-Up on Lake Lanier
You are invited to participate in are monthly Raft-Up on beautiful Lake Lanier. Whether you own a Deck Boat, Cruiser, Motor Yacht or no boat at all, you are invited to join in the fun and excitement on the water or the beach at one of Lake Lanier’s beautiful coves. For those who do not own a boat, a donation of $25 for members and $35 fr non-members will be required. Participation will include boat transportation, food and non-alcoholic beverages. Call (678) 472-6764 for further details.
November 6, 2010
Fall Poker Run and Low Country Boil (Hosted by Marinemax)
It is time for our annual Fall Poker Run and Low Country Boil on Lake Lanier.
Registration begins at 9:30am-all participating boats must register with us before beginning! There will be four stops along the way and your final card will be picked up when you return to Bald Ridge for the Low Country Boil!
Buckets of cards will be available at pick up locations after 10:00am.
Once registered, you will receive a map with bucket locations, rules, and agenda.
Cards must be turned into the Official Poker Run Judges by 1:00pm to qualify for prizes.
Prizes will be presented during the Low Country Boil.
(MarineMax Bald Ridge is your starting and ending points).
Lunch will be served at 12:30pm.
Is your boat already winterized? No worries! Register to just attend the Low Country Boil. Everyone is welcome!
RSVP to Carrie Segrest at 770-614-6968, carrie.segrest@marinemax.com, or register online!
December 11, 2010
Luminary Getaway (Hosted by Marinemax)
Marinemax will be hosting their Annual Luminary Getaway will be on December 11.
We will be leaving out of Bald Ridge Marina at 6:00pm sharp! Upon arrival at Lake Lanier Islands, Santa's sleigh (Charter buses) will pick us up at and take us through "The Magical Night of Lights", stop at Santa's Village and Holiday Work Shop to roast marshmallows and make S' mores at outdoor bonfires. Delicious holiday goodies, holiday shopping, and carnival rides are also available!
Once we are loaded up on goodies, we'll travel through the rest of the lights and head back to our boats. Once back at the docks, the winner will be announced for the "Best Decorated Boat".
RSVP to Carrie Segrest by December 4 at 770-614-6968, carrie.segrest@marinemax.com, or register online!
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December 31, 2010
BBA Black Tie Masquerade Ball (Formal Black-Tie Event) Tickets Available March 1, 2010
Gentlemen grab your tux and ladies show-off that sexy evening gown and exotic masquerade mask as the BBA will be hosting our 3rd annual "Masquerade Ball ". The event will be held at the beautiful Sheraton Atlanta Downtown Hotel, 165 Courtland Street,, N.W. Atlanta GA 30303.
Spend the evening enjoying the breathtaking splendor of the Sheraton's Capital Ballroom. Activities includes dinner, cocktails, photos, music, prizes and dancing. Due to the enormous demand for hotel rooms on New Year's Eve, a limited number of rooms will be available at a discounted rate of $149. So, please purchase your room early so that you get the discounted rate. Ask for " Black Boaters of America" when reserving your room at (404) 659-6500.
Click the following link to reserve your room or check-out the Sheraton Atlanta Downtown Hotel. Tickets $75 if purchased by September 30, 2010. After September 30th tickets will be $95. Enclude $5.50 for shipping and handling. To purchase tickets click here and then click "Pay Membership Dues". A portion of the proceeds will go the BBCA Scholarship Fund . |