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GMHBA PWB's Big Bunko Tournament Raises Money for ABPAC The Greater Montgomery Home Builders Association's Professional Women in Building recently held their 5th Annual Big Bunko Tournament at the Allsouth Appliance showroom. The event, which drew more than 35 participants plus several spectators, served as a fundraiser for ABPAC. Prizes were awarded for Big Bunko, Small Bunko and the biggest loser. The event was a success and everyone in attendance seemed to have an enjoyable night. Brittany Law was the Big Bunko winner at Greater Montgomery HBA's Big Bunko tournament. The Little Bunko winner for Greater Montgomery HBA's tournament was Brenda Johnson. GBAHB Remodelers Connect at Fish Fry More than 60 members of the Greater Birmingham Association of Home Builders Remodelers Council turned out for its annual fish fry at the GBAHB office. Attendees enjoyed fresh boiled shrimp, grilled salmon, fried catfish, delectable sides and complimentary cocktails. The event gave members the opportunity to reconnect with old friends and meet a few new people as well. The GBAHB Remodelers leadership took the lead on handling the event, with George Williams, Roddy Sample and Mike Kelley taking over the chef duties and Tom Coan, Mike McKay, Elliott Pike, Bill Kinnebrew, CG Covey and Tommy Patton taking care of set-up and tear down. "It was great to see so many members," said Tom Coan, CGR, 2013 GBAHB Remodelers Chairman. "We hope all of the new members who joined us will come back again for future events." "Everyone loves the Fish Fry," added 2013 GBAHB President Alicia Huey. "This is a fun event that we all look forward to all year long." The event was sponsored by 84 Lumber, Alabama Power, Alagasco, Altec, Counter Dimensions, Pella and Southern Window Supply. Greater Birmingham AHB Remodeler Mike Kelley was among the chefs serving up shrimp and other treats at the Remodelers' annual fish fry. H/MCBA Throws a Fiesta for ABPAC The Huntsville/Madison County Builders Association put a south of the border spin on their recent ABPAC fundraiser by hosting a fiesta at their office. Music by a mariachi band greeted attendees, who dined on Mexican food and drinks. The evening was not without some friendly competition. A Mexican Hat Dance game called for members to walk in a circle while the mariachi band played, placing a sombrero on the person in front of them. Whoever was wearing the sombrero when the music stopped was out. Todd Slyman of Slyman Construction Co. turned out to be the winner. There was also a "Bust the Chili Pinata" contest, with Mark Norman of Aon Water Technology finally breaking the piñata and winning the grand prize of $200. The fun event was sponsored by Durham Service Co Inc., Medallion Builders Inc. and Pearson Homes Inc. Members of the Huntsville/Madison County BA try their hand at busting the piñata during their fiesta ABPAC fundraiser. SUMM E R 2 0 1 3 | A la ba m a Hom e bu il d er | 2 1