Brothers,

The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers Division 5 is delighted to extend our warm invitation for you to join us at our annual Christmas meeting, a cherished tradition that fosters camaraderie and strengthens the bonds within the rails. Your presence at this event is highly valued, and we believe it will contribute greatly to the overall success and enjoyment of the gathering, which promises an evening filled with delightful activities, engaging conversations, and the joy of celebrating our achievements together over the past year. We encourage you to come and share in the holiday spirit as we create lasting memories and look forward to another fruitful year ahead.

We are honored to inform you that General Chairman Carr, retired General Chairman Hannah along with a number of Retired Engineers will be present at the meeting. These esteemed individuals have dedicated their careers to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of Running Trains, and their wealth of experience and insights will greatly enrich the discussions.

This gathering presents a unique opportunity for you to connect with, learn from, and build connections with fellow Retired Engineers, who although long in the tooth. they share a wealth of knowledge running trains (likely steam), stealing time as well as possessing very sharp pencils The meeting will be an ideal environment to share stories, experiences, and knowledge related to the fascinating world of locomotive operations, and the joys of working on the UP.

Following the meeting, we will gather for a delightful lunch at Clearman’s Northwoods in Covina. This will be the perfect occasion to engage in further conversations, network, and build lasting friendships with individuals who share your passion for running trains.

Your participation and contributions during the meeting will be greatly appreciated, as we believe they will further enhance the lively and enriching atmosphere of the event.

If there are any specific topics or areas of interest you would like to see addressed during the meeting, please feel free to let us know. We want to ensure that the Christmas gathering is both engaging and fulfilling for all attendees.

Once again, we cordially invite you to join us for this special occasion. We look forward to welcoming you, and celebrating the festive season together. 😉

Warm regards,

Brother Tortorice