Thanks to those who committed to

The Deadline for ordering Banquet and Barbeque tickets has now passed- thank you for your support!

Please contact Laura Watson at Laura@watson-packer.com with any questions about the Banquet

& Vicki Hix at oakmast@aol.com if there are any questions about the BBQ

Barbeque & Bluegrass Music Hosted by SSMF

On Thursday evening, May 14th, join us after the completion of judging of the Tournament of Champions for authentic North Carolina Barbeque and live music from a local Bluegrass band! For the very reasonable cost of $18.00 per person thanks to the support of SSMF, come enjoy dinner and entertainment in the Rec Hall. Included in the cost are two beers, or one wine or mixed drink per adult as well as iced tea. Dinner will be North Carolina style pork barbeque, salad, and two side dishes. It is sure to be an unforgettable, informal evening! You may purchase your tickets in advance via Paypal right here on the 2009 Specialty Web Site or via the order form in the Specialty packet.

Special door prizes will also be awarded during the evening. Remember- there are not many local restaurant options around Fontana, so come support this event and enjoy music from local artists, great food and good company! Questions on the barbeque Contact Mary Lou Marschka at winsome409@aol.com

2009 MCOA Awards Banquet

Join us for a special farewell evening on Saturday, May 16th at 7 pm for our annual awards Banquet. Come out and celebrate the top winning mastiffs in breed, obedience and working events and hard working members who make our many mastiff activities happen. We will also announce the winners of the Breeders Cup and Tournament at the Banquet. The Banquet will be a buffet and will be held in the Rec Hall. A choice of main courses including beef, chicken, and vegetarian dishes will be available prepared by the excellent chef at Fontana Village.

You can book via Paypal right here or use the form in the back of the Specialty packet. Cash Bar starts at 6:30. Cost is $38 per person and includes a commemorative item with the specialty logo. Prepaid banquet tickets can be picked up on site at Fontana Ringside.

Contact Laura Watson our banquet chair with questions at laura@watson-packer.com

Welcome Party
Our welcome party will once again be hosted by the Regional Mastiff Clubs in the US, with the cooking provided by the Greavers, the Stringers, Heffleys, Walkers and Bushs. Thanks to Joe and Carla Sanchez of Southport Mastiffs for providing the Adult Beverages for this event.

Join us on Wed, May 13, 2009 for heavy appetizers and desserts to catch up and reconnect with old and new friends. We hope everyone will come out on Wed evening at 7 pm. Please bring your own chairs! Located across from the rings where the motor homes are parked- behind hospitality.

You can donate to support the Welcome Party by indicating the amount of your donation on the order form at the end of the Specialty Packet or on Paypal.

Wear your Nametag for free admission

We may be able to have Karaoke at the Welcome Party- so bring your best singing voice!

Look under the TROPHY DONATION tab to donate to the Welcome Party