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THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
Convention Committee
March 28, 2015
Renee McDonald
Convention Chair
Joan Stevens
President
Tanai White
Vice President
Helen Nuttall
Secretary & Historian
Ella T. Highland
Assistant Secretary &
Founder
Lula Hicks
Treasurer
Sandra Bazemore
Financial Secretary
Greetings Drifter Sisters,
On behalf of the Mitchellville Drifters, I want to welcome you to the 59th
Convention of The Drifters, Incorporated at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel,
located near the Nation’s Capital (Washington, D.C.) and Charm City (Baltimore).
We have a full agenda during the convention, so please take a few minutes to read
through the registration packet. It includes the itinerary and other important
information. Our convention theme is “Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose,”
and we hope that you will take advantage of the many benefits that come with
membership. It is also our sincere wish that you use the convention as both a forum
for exchange of innovative ideas and fellowship with your Drifter sisters.
This is an exciting time for our chapter. We have attended many conventions and
enjoyed the hospitality of our sisters. It is now our opportunity to show you what we
have learned and enjoyed over the last ten years. Come early and enjoy the tour of
the White House and national monuments, then meet the prospective new chapter and
enjoy the Welcome Party.
Daria Daniel
Parliamentarian
Our chapter anxiously awaits your arrival, and we thank you for your participation in
the convention this year. Enjoy your stay as we work and have fun together.
Pat Burnett
Membership Chair
Sisterly,
Cheryl Lee-Butler
Courtesy Chair
Joan Stevens
President, Mitchellville Chapter
Urlecia Cooks
Sargent-at-Arms
Jenetha McCutcheon
Public Relations Chair
Marie Bowe-Quick
Fund Raising Chair
Renee McDonald
2015 Convention Chair
The Mitchellville Drifters, Inc.
P.O. Box 1041
Gambrills, MD 21054-3041
Carol Ann Walker
Scholarship Chair
Vinetta Jones
Pamela RandolphJackson
Thelma Scott
Dianne Williams
Visit us at www.mitchellvilledrifters.org
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
Conference Fact Sheet
Registration Information

There will be NO on-site registration.

By Monday, June 15, 2015, mail your
registration materials along with all other
registrations (Driftwood, Guests, etc.)
together in one envelope to:
The Mitchellville Drifters - Registration
2015 National Convention
P.O. Box 1041
Gambrills, MD 21054-3041



No cash will be accepted – only checks or
money orders.
All Driftwood, female and male guests,
must complete a registration form and
submit appropriate fees to gain admission to
any convention activity.
For free admission to Saturday Night Gala,
Driftwood must purchase tickets for at least
two (2) Drifter events, which must be
included with their registration materials.
Late Registration
 Any registration material postmarked after
Monday, June 15, 2015 will be assessed a
$25 late fee per registrant.

Late fees MUST accompany the registration
materials or the registration will be delayed
until all monies are received.
Registration materials postmarked after
Tuesday, June 30, 2015 will not be accepted.
Cancellation Policy
 Registration cancellation will be accepted by
written request only.

A $25 handling fee will be deducted from all
cancellations.

A refund, minus the handling fee, will be
given if the request is postmarked on or
before Friday, May 15, 2015.

A 50% refund, minus the handling fee, will be
given if the request is postmarked by Monday,
June 1, 2015.

Extenuating circumstances (e.g., death, illness,
etc.) will be addressed on a case-by-case basis.

Refunds will be issued two (2) months after
the convention closes.
Substitute Registration
A Drifter may substitute for another Drifter by
submitting a written request signed designating the
name of the substitute. The request must be signed
and dated by the original Drifter and the Chapter
President. This document must be presented to the
Registration Committee upon arrival at the
convention.
Smoke-Free
Hotel Policy
Facility
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
DRIFTER REGISTRATION
PLEASE PRINT:
Name: _____________________________________________________________ Chapter _____________________________________
Address: __________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________________________
Phone Number): (_____)___________________________________ Email: __________________________________________________
Check One: National Officer /Title __________________________________________
Non-Delegate/Chapter Member ________________
Delegate _______________________________
Alumnae_________________ Member-at-Large__________________________
Arrival Day: Tues. ______Wed._____ Thurs.______ Fri.______ Sat._____ Other (day) _______________________________________
Emergency Contact Name _________________________________________ Phone ___________________________________________
Special Needs (Please Specify) ________________________ Dietary Restrictions/Food Allergies: _______________________________
**All Drifters MUST register in order to attend any scheduled event**
Please check () each activity/event you plan to attend. The Drifter registration fee of $300.00 covers activities listed,
except the tour that is optional for additional cost.
Activity / Event

OPTIONAL: Drifters visit to the White House & tour National Landmarks
Welcome Party- Drifting Forward While Celebrating the Past with Music 
Sister-to-Sister Luncheon – Sisters Drifting Forward in Colorful Fashions 
Maryland Live/Shopping - “Tis the Reason to Spend and Play to Win”
Human Service Luncheon - Drifting Forward with Human Kindness 
Friday Night at the Carnival - Drifting Forward with Fun and Enjoyment
Scholarships & Awards Luncheon - Drifting Forward with Educational Excellence 
Gala – Drifting Forward with “Hollywood” Elegance & Style
Note: Driftwood must purchase tickets for at least two (2) Drifter activities
(denoted by ) to receive free admission to the Gala
Ecumenical Worship Service
Day of
Activity
Wednesday
Morning
Wednesday
Night
Thursday
Thursday
Night
Friday
Cost
Amount
Enclosed
$45.00
Included
0.00
Included
Included
0.00
0.00
Included
0.00
Friday
Night
Saturday
Saturday
Night
Included
0.00
Included
Included
0.00
0.00
Sunday
Morning
No
Charge
$25.00
$300.00
0.00
Late Fee (If Applicable)
Drifter Registration Fee
$300.00
Total Amount Enclosed:
Please Note: Advance registration closes Monday, June 15, 2015. All registrations postmarked after Monday, June 15, 2015 will
be considered a late registration. No registration will be accepted after Tuesday, June 30, 2015. A late fee of $25.00 will be
charged per registrant. Please DO NOT REMIT CASH. Make personal checks, cashier’s checks, certified checks or money orders
payable to: The Mitchellville Drifters, and mail to:
The Mitchellville Drifters – Registration
Smoke-Free
2015 National Convention
P. O. Box 1041
Hotel Policy
Gambrills, MD 21054-3041
Facility
Telephone Inquiries: Renee McDonald (410.674.2332) or Sandra Bazemore (717.385.6108)
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
DRIFTWOOD REGISTRATION
PLEASE PRINT:
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________________
Phone (Day): (_____)_____________________________ Evening: (_____)______________________________________
Guest of Drifter: _______________________________________ Drifter’s Chapter: ______________________________
Emergency Contact Name: ______________________________________ Phone: ________________________________________
Special Needs (Please Specify): ________________________ Dietary Restrictions/Food Allergies: _____________________________
**All Driftwood MUST register in order to attend any scheduled event**
Please check () appropriate box for each activity / event and enclose the applicable fee.
Activity / Event

OPTIONAL: Drifters visit to the White House & tour National Landmarks
Welcome Party- Drifting Forward While Celebrating the Past with Music 
Golf Tournament
Bowling Tournament
Maryland Live/Shopping - “Tis the Reason to Spend and Play to Win”
Golf Tournament
Bowling Tournament
Men’s Social
Human Service Luncheon - Drifting Forward with Human Kindness 
Friday Night at the Carnival - Drifting Forward with Fun and Enjoyment 
Scholarships & Awards Luncheon - Drifting Forward with Educational Excellence 
Gala – Drifting Forward with “Hollywood” Elegance & Style
Note: Driftwood must purchase tickets for at least two (2) Drifter activities
(denoted by ) to receive free admission to the Gala
Ecumenical Worship Service
Day of
Activity
Wednesday
Morning
Wednesday
Night
Thursday
Thursday
Thursday
Night
Friday
Friday
Friday
Friday
Friday
Night
Saturday
Saturday
Night
Sunday
Morning
Late Fee (If Applicable)
Cost
Amount
Enclosed
$45.00
$55.00
$80.00
$40.00
$50.00
$80.00
$40.00
$75.00
$55.00
$75.00
$65.00
$100.00
No
Charge
$25.00
0.00
Total Amount Enclosed:
Please Note: Advance registration closes Monday, June 15, 2015. No registration will be accepted after Tuesday, June 30,
2015. Please DO NOT REMIT CASH. Make personal checks, cashier’s checks, certified checks or money orders payable to: The
Mitchellville Drifters, and mail to:
The Mitchellville Drifters - Registration
2015 National Convention
P. O. Box 1041
Smoke-Free
Gambrills, MD 21054-3041
Hotel Policy
Facility
Telephone Inquiries: Greg Daniel (240.305.6464) or Jacob Smith (601.940.2732)
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
MALE GUEST REGISTRATION
PLEASE PRINT:
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________________
Phone (Day): (_____)_____________________________ Evening: (_____)______________________________________
Guest of Drifter: _______________________________________ Drifter’s Chapter: ______________________________
Emergency Contact Name: ________________________________________ Phone: _________________________________________
Special Needs (Please Specify): ________________________ Dietary Restrictions/Food Allergies: _____________________________
**All Male Guests MUST register in order to attend any scheduled event**
Please check () appropriate box for each activity / event and enclose the applicable fee.
Activity / Event

OPTIONAL: Drifters visit to the White House & tour National Landmarks
Welcome Party - Drifting Forward While Celebrating the Past with Music 
Golf Tournament
Bowling Tournament
Maryland Live/Shopping - “Tis the Reason to Spend and Play to Win”
Golf Tournament
Bowling Tournament
Men’s Social
Human Service Luncheon - Drifting Forward with Human Kindness 
Friday Night at the Carnival - Drifting Forward with Fun and Enjoyment 
Scholarships & Awards Luncheon - Drifting Forward with Educational Excellence 
Gala - Drifting Forward with “Hollywood” Elegance & Style
Ecumenical Worship Service
Day of
Activity
Wednesd
ay
Morning
Wednesd
ay Night
Thursday
Thursday
Thursday
Night
Friday
Friday
Friday
Friday
Friday
Night
Saturday
Saturday
Night
Sunday
Morning
Late Fee (If Applicable)
Cost
Amount
Enclosed
$45.00
$55.00
$80.00
$40.00
$50.00
$80.00
$40.00
$75.00
$55.00
$75.00
$65.00
$100.00
No
Charge
$25.00
0.00
Total Amount Enclosed:
Please Note: Advance registration closes Monday, June 15, 2015. No registration will be accepted after Tuesday, June 30,
2015. Please DO NOT REMIT CASH. Make personal checks, cashier’s checks, certified checks or money orders payable to: The
Mitchellville Drifters, and mail to:
The Mitchellville Drifters - Registration
2015 National Convention
Smoke-Free
P. O. Box 1041
Gambrills, MD 21054-3041
Hotel Policy
Facility
Telephone Inquiries: Greg Daniel (240.305.6464) or Jacob Smith (601.940.2732)
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
FEMALE GUEST REGISTRATION
PLEASE PRINT:
Name: _____________________________________________________________________________________________
Address: _____________________________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________________
Phone (Day): (_____)_____________________________ Evening: (_____)______________________________________
Guest of Drifter: _______________________________________ Drifter’s Chapter: ______________________________
Emergency Contact Name: _________________________________________ Phone: ________________________________________
Special Needs (Please Specify): ________________________ Dietary Restrictions/Food Allergies: ____________________________
**All Female Guests MUST register in order to attend any scheduled event**
Please check () appropriate box for each activity / event and enclose the applicable fee.
Activity / Event

OPTIONAL: Drifters visit to the White House & tour National Landmarks
Welcome Party - Drifting Forward While Celebrating the Past with Music
Sister-to-Sister Luncheon - Sisters Drifting Forward in Colorful Fashions
Maryland Live/Shopping - “Tis the Reason to Spend and Play to Win”
Human Service Luncheon - Drifting Forward with Human Kindness
Friday Night at the Carnival - Drifting Forward with Fun and Enjoyment
Scholarships & Awards Luncheon - Drifting Forward with Educational Excellence
Gala - Drifting Forward with “Hollywood” Elegance & Style
Ecumenical Worship Service
Day of
Activity
Wednesday
Morning
Wednesday
Night
Thursday
Thursday
Night
Friday
Friday
Night
Saturday
Saturday
Night
Sunday
Morning
Late Fee (If Applicable)
Cost
Amount
Enclosed
$45.00
$55.00
$50.00
$50.00
$55.00
$75.00
$65.00
$100.00
No
Charge
$25.00
0.00
Total Amount Enclosed:
Please Note: Advance registration closes Monday, June 15, 2015. No registration will be accepted after Tuesday, June 30,
2015. Please DO NOT REMIT CASH. Make personal checks, cashier’s checks, certified checks or money orders payable to: The
Mitchellville Drifters, and mail to:
The Mitchellville Drifters - Registration
2015 National Convention
Smoke-Free
P. O. Box 1041
Gambrills,
MD 21054-3041
Hotel Policy
Facility
Telephone Inquiries: Renee McDonald (410. 674.2332) or Sandra Bazemore (717.385.6108)
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
KINDLING REGISTRATION ACTIVITIES
PLEASE PRINT:
Name: ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Drifter’s /Guardian’s Name: _______________________________________ Drifter’s Chapter: __________________________________
Address: ___________________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________________
Phone (Day): (_____)___________________________________ Cell Phone: (_____)____________________________________________
Emergency Contact Name: __________________________________________________ Phone: __________________________________
Special Needs (Please Specify) ________________________ Dietary Restrictions/Food Allergies: _________________________________
Please check () appropriate box for each activity and enclose the applicable fee. Children’s activities may consist of a
combination of supervised on-site and off-site activities, which will include, but are not limited to the following:

Activity / Event
OPTIONAL: Drifters visit to the White House & tour National
Landmarks
Game Night & Pizza (ages 3-9; 3 hours minimum)
Tweens & Teens Games & Pizza (1 hour minimum)
*Washington National Zoo, Metro pass & Lunch
Movie Night and Dinner at Mall OR
*Medieval Times Dinner and Show
*Reginald Lewis Museum of Black History & Baltimore National
Aquarium & Lunch
Game Night & Pizza (ages 3-9; 3 hours minimum)
Tweens & Teens Games & Pizza (1 hour minimum)
**Six Flags Amusement Park under 4 ft. $50; over 4 ft. $70 OR
*Spy Museum and Lunch
Game Night & Pizza (ages 3-9; 3 hours minimum)
Tweens & Teens Games & Pizza (1 hour minimum)
Ecumenical Worship Service
Late Fee (If Applicable)
*Souvenir money should be provided to Kindling.
Day of Activity
Cost
Wednesday
Morning
Wednesday Night
Wednesday Night
Thursday
Thursday Night
Thursday Night
Friday
$30.00
Friday Night
Friday Night
Saturday
Saturday
Saturday Night
Saturday Night
Sunday Morning
Amount
Enclosed
$10/hr.
$20/hr.
$33.00
$30.00
$65.00
$60.00
$10/hr.
$20/hr.
$50.00/$70.00
$50.00
$10/hr.
$20/hr.
No Charge
$25.00
0.00
Total Amount Enclosed:
**Lunch and souvenir money should be provided to Kindling.
CHILDCARE SERVICES: A State of Maryland Licensed Child Care Provider will be available for ages (3 – 17) from the
hours of 6:30 pm to 11:00 pm on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday evenings. Cost $10 per hour (3 hours minimum; 4 hours
maximum).
PARENTS/GUARDIANS: Please read, date and sign the General Release & Waiver Form. Kindling will be supervised during
field trips and operating hours of the designated Kindling Room. Note: If the Waiver is not properly executed, the Kindling will not
be able to participate.
Please Note: Advance registration closes Monday, June 15, 2015. No registration will be accepted after Tuesday, June 30,
2015. Please DO NOT REMIT CASH. Make personal checks, cashier’s checks, certified checks or money orders payable to: The
Mitchellville Drifters, and mail to:
The Mitchellville Drifters - Registration
2015 National Convention
Smoke-Free
P. O. Box 1041
Gambrills, MD 21054-3041
Hotel Policy
Facility
Telephone Inquiries: Tanai White (301.875.7770) or Pat Burnett (443.857.6233)
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
GENERAL RELEASE & WAIVER
We, the undersigned, in consideration of the Mitchellville Chapter of Drifters, Incorporated, providing Kindling Room
and field trips for our child (children) as designated, during the 59th Annual National Convention at the North Bethesda
Marriott Hotel & Conference Center located at 5701 Marinelli Rd, Bethesda, MD, do hereby release and discharge
forever, and by the presents, do ourselves, our heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, release and discharge forever
the Mitchellville Chapter of The Drifters, Incorporated. and/or its individual members, all other persons, firms and
corporations both known and unknown, from all claims, demands, damages, actions, causes of actions, or suits at law or in
equity because of any matter, incident or thing done, omitted or suffered to be done by anyone, which may hereafter arise
from, or not out of, our child’s (children’s) presence at the Kindling Room or field trips. The undersigned acknowledges
that Kindling will be supervised during field trips and in the designated Kindling Room only, Wednesday through Sunday,
during operating hours as designated by the host Chapter.
Furthermore, we, the undersigned, do hereby expressly stipulate and agree, in consideration for the aforementioned
Kindling Room and field trips, to indemnify and to hold the Mitchellville Chapter of The Drifters, Incorporated forever
harmless against loss from any and all kind whatsoever that may hereafter, at any time, be made or brought by our child
(children) or by anyone on behalf of our child (children) and we hereby waive any and all rights of exemption under the
laws of any State as against such claims.
Child’s Name: _______________________________________________________________ Age _________________
Parent/Guardian’s Name: ___________________________________________________________________________
Home Address: ____________________________________________________________________________________
City: ____________________________________________________ State: ________________ Zip: _____________
Chapter: _________________________________________________ Location: _______________________________
We have read the above and understand this Release. Furthermore, in the event of an emergency, the Mitchellville
Chapter of The Drifters, Incorporated has our permission to administer first aid or obtain emergency medical
treatment in our child’s (children’s) best interest. We agree to pay for all expenses due to an emergency involving
our child (children).
__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature
Date
Please print name
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
Need More Information …
We, the Mitchellville Drifters, are here to assist you in any way that we can. If you have questions or need
more information, please call the Mitchellville Drifter assigned to your chapter.
Chapter
Mitchellville Drifter Contact
Montclair
New York
Name: Sandra Bazemore
Phone: 717-385-6108 (c)
Email: sabdst92@aol.com
Gary
Dallas/Fort Worth
Name: Marie Bowe-Quick
Phone: 443-481-8181 (h)
Email: mariequick@strategies-thatwork.com
Cleveland
Potomac
Name: Patricia Burnett
Phone: 443-857-6233 (h)
Email: patbburnett@verizon.net
Greensboro
Decatur-Dekalb
Name: Urlecia Cooks
Phone: 301-540-7869
Email: urlecia@us.ibm.com
South Central Georgia
Metropolitan Atlanta
Name: Daria Daniel
Phone: 240-354-7899 (c)
Email: daria_daniel@yahoo.com
Cincinnati
South Bend
Name: Lula Hicks
Phone: 703 323-0204 (h)
Email: lmhicks@cox.net
Charlotte
Denver
Name: Ella P Highland
Phone: 301-218-2924 (h)
Email: ellahi77@gmail.com
Norfolk
Orangeburg
Name: Vinetta Jones
Phone: 301-218-4029 (h)
Email: vcjones729@aol.com
Ocean
Petersburg
Name: Cheryl Y Lee-Butler
Phone: 301-627-0840 (h)
Email: ohseeyah927@aol.com
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
Chapter
Mitchellville Drifter Contact
Indianapolis
St. Louis
Name: Jenetha McCutcheon
Phone: 301-860-1113 (h)
Email: jmccutcheon@verizon.net
Chicago
Detroit
Name: Renee McDonald
Phone: 410-674-2332 (h)
Email: rmdrifters@gmail.com
Baltimore
Richmond
Name: Helen Nuttall
Phone: 410-772-7845 (h)
Email: nuttallh@verizon.net
Southeastern Pennsylvania
Name: Pamela Randolph-Jackson
Phone: 202-841-4106
Email: pamela.randolph-jackson@medstar.net
Members-at-Large
Alumnae
Name: Thelma Scott
Phone: 301-869-3068 (h)
Email: thelma817.scott@yahoo.com
Los Angeles
Portsmouth
Name: Joan Stevens
Phone: 301-262-0206 (h)
Email: ssstevens@comcast.net
Raleigh
Las Vegas
Name: Carol Ann Walker
Phone: 571-215-9735 (h)
Email: cheerfulone55@aol.com
Houston
Name: Tanai White
Phone: 301-875-7770 (c)
Email: tanaiwhite@gmail.com
Tallahassee
Metropolitan Washington, DC
Name: Dianne Williams
Phone: 301-210-0088 (h)
Email: dianne7105@comcast.net
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
DAILY NARRATIVE
th
Wednesday Morning, August 5 : Drifters visit White House and tour National Landmarks. This winter, we collected
information for participation in a visit to the White House. We have submitted the names and background information
and are awaiting permission for a tour inside the White House. We have not received a confirmation for the large number
of visitors we are expecting. In case we do not get permission, we will go to the White House Visitors Center and stop to
take pictures of the White House from outside, then tour the U.S. Capitol, visit the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial and
other National landmarks.
Cost: $45/Adult; $30/Youth 17 and under
Attire: Casual Wear and Comfortable Walking Shoes. Drifters are asked to wear coral and/or silver gray colors. No
backpacks. Everyone is asked to use small purses with-no liquids, food or sprays contained within their contents.
Wednesday Evening, August 5th: Interest Group Reception. Hosted by the Greater Charleston Interest Group. Drifters
Only.
Wednesday Evening, August 5th: Drifting Forward While Celebrating the Past with Music—Welcome Party. Come
join us as we remember through music and dance the years of 1956 to 2015. There will be hand dance
demonstrations/lessons, a Soul Train line, line dancing, song title scramble contests and much more. T.S. Eliot wrote:
“You are the music while the music lasts.” Truly The Drifters, Incorporated has been the music in communities across
the United States for 59 years. Music is one of our greatest tools for going through life’s challenges. We are vibratory
beings and when the music stops, so do we. We, as The Drifters, Incorporated, will vibrate in hundreds of communities
across the nation for years to come.
Attire: Casual Black or White
Thursday Morning, August 6th: Official Opening of the 59th National Convention. The Installation Ceremony of the new
chapter will take place before the official opening of the 59th National Convention. Chapters are asked to bring a gift to
welcome the new chapter to The Drifters, Incorporated.
Attire: Business
Thursday Afternoon, August 6th: Sister-to-Sister Luncheon –Sisters Drifting Forward in Colorful Fashions. Ladies!
Step into the garden in your fabulous bright-colored dresses and suits. Don’t forget that marvelous hat and gloves to
showcase your stylish outfit. Each chapter should provide one model for the fashion show. We will contact the chapter
presidents at a later date for their model’s name. Be sure to bring a gift valued at $5.00 for our gift exchange. In
addition, there will be recognition of milestones for Drifters with 5, 10, 20, 25, and 50 years of service to the
organization. An “Outstanding Drifter” award will be presented to one Member-at-Large or Alumna. Each Chapter will
also honor one “Special Drifter” at the convention.
Attire: Business – Colorful Dresses and Suits, Hats and Gloves
Thursday Evening, August 6th: “Tis the Reason to Spend and Play to Win”. See some of the sights away from the hotel.
Experience Vegas - Maryland style - at Maryland Live Casino, the largest casino in the area, where you can enjoy games
of chance, slots, roulette, music, etc. Step out of the casino and into one of Maryland’s
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
DAILY NARRATIVE continued
largest malls, Arundel Mills, and experience outlet shopping, designer fashions, jewelry, shoes, movies, Medieval Times,
restaurants, the food court, etc.
Attire: Casual Dress and Comfortable Shoes
Friday Afternoon, August 7th: Drifting Forward with Human Kindness Luncheon. This luncheon is representative of
Drifterhood! The Human Service Presentation will highlight the Drifters’ contributions to their communities. Please
remember to bring a monetary donation ($5 value) or gift card for a child in need. The Dallas/Fort Worth Chapter will
present the invitation to the 2016 convention.
Attire: Business
Friday Evening, August 7th: Friday Night at the Carnival: Drifting Forward with Fun and Enjoyment. Enjoy the Latin
music of Carnival. Costumes and colorful dresses with a touch of French or Spanish flavor are welcome. There will be
contests and prizes awarded for the “Best Costume” and the “Best Latin Dancers.” Sports Awards will be presented to
Driftwood winners.
Attire: Festive Carnival Colors or Carnival Costumes
Saturday Morning, August 8th: Memorial Service. Before the business session, The Drifters, Incorporated Memorial
Service will be conducted. It is the time when we come together as sisters to honor and recognize those Drifters we have
lost as well as Drifter family members. Each Chapter should have representatives in attendance to participate in this
special service and to pick-up memorial keepsakes made in remembrance of those who have passed since the 58th
National Convention.
Attire: Uninterrupted White
Saturday Afternoon, August 8th: Drifting Forward with Educational Excellence. Join us for the highlight of the
convention--the premiere luncheon where we recognize exceptional students for their academic and personal
achievements with a Drifters college scholarship. The 2015 Now Black Woman, The Drifters, Incorporated’s most
prestigious award, will be presented to one special sister who leads by example in her community, supporting the
Drifters mission. We will also recognize those Drifter Chapters with the highest percentage of attendees at the 59th
National Convention. We will have the installation of National Officers and the Rededication ceremony.
Attire: Business with Coral or Silver Gray Scarfs
Saturday Evening, August 8th: Drifting Forward with “Hollywood” Elegance & Style Gala. The final evening gala will
be the perfect opportunity to celebrate the 59th National Convention. Come dressed to impress in your finest
“Hollywood” fashion. Each chapter will take photographs in their formal wear. The Mitchellville Chapter looks forward
to passing the torch to the next National Drifters Convention host Chapter, Dallas/Fort Worth.
Attire: Formal/Black Tie; Silver and/or Black
Sunday Morning, August 9th: Ecumenical Service. Join us for a morning fellowship filled with thanksgiving for a
wonderful convention and prayer, praise, and promise for traveling mercies until we convene next year in Dallas/Fort
Worth, Texas.
Attire: Come as You Are
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
Hotel Information Sheet
Guest Room Reservations:
For hotel reservation call: 877-212-5752 and indicate your affiliation with “Mitchellville Drifters”.
Room Rates
Single Occupancy
$129.00
Double Occupancy
$129.00
Triple Occupancy
$139.00
Quad Occupancy
$139.00
Room Tax:
13%
Taxes are subject to change
Please make reservations by Sunday July 5, 2015 in order to receive the Drifter rate.
This hotel has a smoke-free policy.
If you experience any problems booking at the $129 rate, please call your Mitchellville Drifter. Give her all the
dates you are unable to receive the $129 rate. She will forward the information to the hotel contact. Your Mitchellville
Drifter will contact you within a week if additional rooms are available.
Check-In/Check-out:
Check-in is 4:00 p.m. Check out is 12:00 p.m.
No Show Billing/Cancellation
All reservations MUST be guaranteed with a credit card or accompanied by a first night room deposit. All room rates
are subject to the appropriate state and local taxes. All deposits for individual room reservations are fully refundable if
a room is cancelled before 6:00 p.m. the day prior to arrival. Should a reservation be cancelled after the specified time,
the room will be counted as a no-show and you will be charged for one night room and tax.
Parking
Self-parking is complimentary for those who reserve a room with Mitchellville Drifters at Bethesda North Marriott
Hotel and Conference Center.
Smoke-Free
Hotel Policy
Facility
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
Hotel Directions from Various Locations
From Points North (New York, New Jersey, Philadelphia, Wilmington, Baltimore)
Take I-95 South to exit 4B following signs for Washington, D.C. Merge onto I-495 to exit 27 towards Silver Spring.
Merge onto Rockville Pike at exit 34. Turn left onto Marinelli Road, and then right on Executive Blvd. Conference
Center parking is located at the entrance that will be on your right.
From Points South (Richmond, Alexandria)
Take I-95 North, following signs for Washington, D.C. Merge onto I-495 N towards Baltimore/Bethesda. Merge onto
I-270 and take the Democracy Blvd East exit. Turn left onto MD-187N/Old Georgetown Rd. Turn left onto Executive
Blvd. Conference Center parking is located at the entrance that will be on your left.
From Points West (Front Royal, Fairfax, Falls Church, Rosslyn)
Take I-66 E towards Front Royal/Washington. Take I-495 N to Baltimore/Bethesda. Merge onto I-270 N and take the
Democracy Blvd East exit. Turn left onto Old Georgetown Rd. Turn right on Executive Blvd. Conference Center
parking is located at the entrance that will be on your left.
From Points East (Annapolis, Eastern Shore)
Take US Route 50 West to I-95 N/I-495 N (exit 7B) to Baltimore/Silver Spring and go west. Merge onto Rockville
Pike at exit 34. Turn left on Marinelli Rd, and then right on Executive Blvd. The Conference Center parking is located
at the entrance that will be on your right.
From Points Northwest (Frederick, Germantown, Gaithersburg, MD)
Take Interstate 270 South to exit 4A – Montrose Road East. Turn right on Rockville Pike. Turn right on Marinelli
Road and then right on Executive Blvd. Conference Center parking is located at the entrance that will be on your right.
**If using a GPS Navigation System, please enter 5939 Executive Blvd, Rockville, MD 20852**
***Overnight Guest: Use parking located at the hotel entrance, 5701 Marinelli Rd, Rockville, MD 20852***
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
Travel Information Sheet
Airports
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) - 23 miles to hotel (30 min)
Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI) - 36 miles to hotel (60 min)
Dulles International Airport (IAD) – Virginia - 25 miles to hotel (45 min)
Airlines
American Airlines, www.aa.com (800) 433-7300 (DCA & BWI & IAD)
Delta Air Lines, www.delta.com (800) 221-1212 (DCA & BWI & IAD)
Fly Frontier, www.flyfrontier.com (800) 432-1359 (DCA & BWI & IAD)
Jet Blue, www.jetblue.com (800) 538-2583 (DCA & BWI & IAD)
Southwest, www.southwest.com (800) 435-9792 (DCA & BWI & IAD)
Spirit, www.spirit.com (800) 401-2200 (BWI)
United Airlines, www.united.com (800) 864-8331 (DCA & BWI & IAD)
US Airways, www.usairways.com (800) 428-332 (DCA & BWI & IAD)
Virgin American, www.virginamerica.com (877) 359-8474 (DCA & IAD)
Car Rental
There are numerous car rental companies available at our Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA),
Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI), and Dulles International Airport (IAD). We have listed the names,
email addresses and phone numbers for your convenience. Once you arrive at BWI or DCA, a shuttle bus will take
you to the rental site for car pick-up.
1.
2.
3.
4.
Alamo, www.alamo.com 410-859-8092
Avis, www.avis.com 410-859-1680
Budget, www.budget.com 410-850-4437
Dollar, www.dollar.com 410-434-2226
5. Enterprise, www.enterprise.com 410-684-3295
6. Hertz, www.hertz.com 410-684-7900
7. National, www.nationalcar.com 888-826-6890
8. Thrifty, www.thrifty.com 877-283-0898
Bus Service at Union Station– 15 miles to Hotel
Greyhound, www.greyhound.com (800) 752-4841
Megabus, www.megabus.com (877) 462-6342
Train Service at Union Station – 15 miles to Hotel
Amtrak, www.amtrak.com (800) 872-745
Commuter Trains
Marc Train, www.mta.maryland.gov (866) 843-3682
Subway
Metro Subway Service (202) 637-7000; Fare $4.60 (one-way)
or $6.90 (rush hour) from Ronald Reagan Washington Airport
(DCA) To White Flint Station exit on Marinelli Road
Additional Travel Options
Super Shuttle Service, www.supershuttle.com for reservations (800) 258-3826
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
VENDOR APPLICATION CONTRACT
Vendor Deadline: June 15, 2015
Vendors who rent space from Thursday through Saturday will not be charged a rental fee for Wednesday. All others will
be charged $50.00 for space on Wednesday afternoon. For example: Wednesday through Friday will cost $250 for three
days. However, Wednesday through Saturday will cost $300 for four days. Please contact Drifter Renee McDonald for
your electrical needs at (410) 674-2332; additional cost to the vendor will be incurred.
*Vendor Exhibit Space Cost:
$100.00/Day – includes one (1) 6 ft. skirted table and 2 chairs
$150.00/Day – includes two (2) 6 ft. skirted tables and 4 chairs
$75.00/Day – Discounted rate available for Drifter and Drifter Chapters for one (1) table
Each Vendor is expected to donate a gift toward a raffle. There is an additional charge for displays
which extend beyond your 6 ft. square footage table
PLEASE PRINT:
Name:___________________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Chapter/Company/Organization/Agency: _______________________________________________________
Description of Products to be sold:
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________
City/State: ____________________ Zip: ________________
Phone: _______________________________ Fax: ______________________ Email: _________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________________________Date:_______________________
Please check days of participation: Wed. ___________ Thurs. ____________ Fri. ___________ Sat. _______________
We request the following:
Total number of table(s) requested/vending space (s) requested per day _______________________________________.
Exhibit Days
Set-up Wednesday Aug 5, 2015
Wednesday August 5, 2015
Thursday August 6, 2015
Friday August 7, 2015
Saturday August 8, 2015
Exhibit Hours
Amount
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
In consideration of vending space, we have enclosed our non-refundable check for $___________________.
Make checks/money orders payable to Mitchellville Drifters and mail to:
The Mitchellville Drifters - Registration
2015 National Convention
Smoke-Free
PO Box 1041
Hotel Policy
Gambrills, MD 21054-3041
Telephone Inquiries: Dianne Williams (301.210.0088) or Pat Burnett (443.857.6233)
Facility
* Note: Space will be assigned in the order of their postmarked date of full payment.
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
SOUVENIR JOURNAL ADVERTISING CONTRACT
Advertising Deadline: May 30, 2015
All Ads should be submitted electronically (high resolution of at least 300 dpi [dots per inch]) in camera-ready copy as a
pdf file.
For best camera-ready results, we recommend that you submit your ad electronically in pdf format. Page specification is
8.5 x 11 inches. Your ad may be copied to portable device (e.g., flash drive or CD) and mailed, or you may send a
camera-ready hardcopy (not the preferred method) in photo quality print to us. If you enclose a hardcopy camera-ready
ad, it will be scanned and may lose its resolution.
Available
Back Cover
Inside Front Cover
Inside Back Cover
Full Page
Half Page
Quarter Page
Business Card
Single Line Patron
Amount
$ 350
$ 350
$ 250
$ 100
$
60
$
35
$
25
$
25
PLEASE PRINT:
Name:__________________________________________________________________________________________
Name of Chapter/Company/Organization/Agency _______________________________________________________
Description of Products to be sold:
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address:_____________________________________
City/State: ___________________ Zip: _________________
Phone: _______________________________ Fax: ______________________ Email: _________________________
Signature: ____________________________________________________________Date:_______________________
Please return this advertising contract with your payment and electronic ad or camera ready ad by May 30, 2015.
Make checks/money orders payable to Mitchellville Drifters and mail to:
The Mitchellville Drifters - Registration
2015 National Convention
PO Box 1041
Gambrills, MD 21054-3041
Telephone Inquiries: Jenetha McCutcheon (301.860.1113) or Carol Ann Walker (571.215.9735)
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION
THE DRIFTERS, INCORPORATED
59th Annual National Convention
“Sisters Drifting Forward with a Purpose”
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center ▪ Hosted by Mitchellville Chapter ▪ August 5-9, 2015
Important Dates to Remember
Post Marked Date
Saturday, May 30
Activity
Deadline – Souvenir Journal Ad
Monday, June 15
Deadline – Vendor Application
Monday, June 15
Deadline – Registration before late fee ($25.00) assessed
Tuesday, June 30
Deadline – Last Date for Registration
Sunday, July 5
Deadline – Receive Drifter Registration Rate for Hotel
Reminder: There will be NO on-site registration
for Convention Activities
Wednesday, August 5
Optional for additional cost: Drifters visit to the White House & tour
National Landmarks (Attire: Casual wear in coral and/or silver gray and
comfortable walking shoes)
New Interest Group Reception (Drifters only)
Welcome Party (Attire: Casual Black or White)
Thursday, August 6
Sister-to-Sister Luncheon (Attire: Business – Colorful Dresses and Suits)
Drifter $5.00 gift exchange
Maryland Live/Shopping (Attire: Casual Dress)
Friday, August 7
Human Services Luncheon (Attire: Business)
Bring monetary donation ($5 value) or gift card for child in need
Friday Night (Attire: Festive Carnival Colors or Carnival Costumes)
Saturday, August 8
Memorial Service (Attire: Uninterrupted White)
Scholarship Luncheon (Attire: Business with Coral or Silver Gray Scarfs)
Gala Event (Attire: Formal/Black Tie; Silver and/or Black)
Sunday, August 9
Ecumenical Service (Attire: Come as you are)
Smoke-Free
Hotel Policy
Facility
NO ON-SITE REGISTRATION