NO MEETING IN DECEMBER – LAST NEWSLETTER OF 2009
President Bill Morrow called the general meeting of the Whidbey Cruzers to order at approx. 7:00 p.m. held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, November 3, 2009. There were 88 in attendance. Previous minutes were approved as written in newsletter.
Moment of Silence
This month's moment of silence was in honor of those who have fallen and also those who are now serving in Afghanistan and Iraq. Wishing a safe experience and hoping they come home soon.
First Time Attendees/Guests
Leroy Cook introduced Larry Hagger as a guest. Margery Cotch, a brand new member, was introduced in which Prez Bill told us she had a "91" Mercury Capri Convertible, she asked him how he knew what car she had and his response was "I know everything" LOL. He further told us he had a liaison with her or the car or both, back in 1965, how could she forget!!!
New Cars
Smitty (Larry Smith) told us he was given a "54" 4 door, overhead valve, 6 cylinder Ford but it sounded like he didn't get the insurance so it didn't pan out. Chuck, no last name, bought a 2010 Dodge Challenger, so we know what he's cruzin around in. If I didn't get a full name or have gotten it wrong please ask Prez Bill, he'll fill you in. Sorry!!
Treasurer's Report for October 2009 - Jim Rairigh
START $ 5067.57
Intake:
Plaques 20.00
50/50 126.50
Christmas Party 475.00
Dues 600.00
Exhaust:
Gail Jaeger, membership 86.81
Bruce Biddle, trailer repair 150.89
FINISH $ 6051.37
Jim reported so far 51 members paid dues for 2010 and 40 have signed up for the Christmas Party.
Treasurer's report was approved as read. Jim is also accepting dues for 2010. Dues are $25 per person. If dues are not renewed by January 31, a letter will be sent out to remind members that if not paid you will be dropped from the roster by March 1, 2010.
Membership – Gail Jaeger
Gail told us there are 168 paid members. Gail also reported that it is up to you the member to contact her if info in the roster needs correction. It is important to get changes to her before the new roster gets printed in March 2010 otherwise the information stays the same. Contact Gail at 360-675-5723 or email chuckngailjaeger@verizon.net.
Cruz Committee – Mel Rogers and Dan Terrill
The "Big Fat Fish Co." lunch/dinner cruise to Fairhaven via Chuckanut Drive was a success. Mel was open to new cruise suggestions to take before the year end, so if you have an idea contact Mel or Dan.
Sunshine Committee – Judy Biddle
Cards were sent to the following members since last month: Bud Ackley, Ed Hammond, Mary Jo Phillips, and Bill Morrow for illnesses. Cards were sent Fern Shanniak for a medical procedure and Vicki Sullivan whose mother recently passed. A card was also sent to Gwen Oest for the loss of a sister. Thank you Judy.
Contact Judy Biddle if you know of someone in need of a little "SUNSHINE" in their lives, at 360-675-6970 or email
bjbiddle@verizon.net.
Social Committee – Lyla Lillis
Lyla Reported the "Trick n Trunk" Halloween handout at Ace Hardware was a big success, and at least 700 pieces of candy were needed to satisfy the trick or treaters. Jaeger's potluck after was yummy! Thanks went to the Jaeger's and special thanks went to Fred Benninghoff for setting it up. Ace Hardware said they are looking forward to next year!
Dinner Social, November 10, "GOOD TIMES" Restaurant, Old Town Mall downtown Oak Harbor, 6:00 p.m. $8.50 all you can eat. No alcoholic beverages served.
Thanksgiving Day, November 26, Elks Lodge, – Carol Croft asked individuals to volunteer, donate (money and time) what they could and Jack Stiltz has requested our help again this year to volunteer delivering, serving, setup, and anything else needed to provide a Thanksgiving dinner to those who are shut in, alone, low income or just don't want to cook. Jack says he depends on our volunteers to make this Thanksgiving a happy one too many. He expects to feed about 5,000 this year. Times may vary depending on what you volunteer to do. Sign up with Jack, Carol or Lyla. Jack can be reached at Bay Printing. You can just show up, this is a Community affair.
Contact Lyla to get on the attendance list for any of the above events. If anyone would like to plan an event, have all the details, send it to Lyla in an email to send out to all the club members. Contact her
360-675-2925 or email lillis55@comcast.net.
Car Show Committee – Matt McMillan
Matt told the members that the Pumpkin Run in Bellingham was Sunday the 8th. It was funny, he would tell us about an event and then say that's it. Then he would add another event. Thanks Matt, you did a great job this year.
***See the Calendar at a Glance which lists the car shows Matt mentioned plus others. If you have any questions about the shows or know of a car show contact Matt at 360-682-6722. His email address is macnfeather@comcast.net.
Website/Photographer – Ed Hammond
Ed told us he had about 6 six cars show for photos, and possible do another photo shoot at another time. New car update photos on the website, so check it out.
Technical Advisor – Bruce Biddle
Bruce wanted us to be aware of title numbers and vehicle numbers when owning an older car. Make sure they match; this includes major components like engines and transmissions. If they don't match it could cause a delay when turning over titles from owner to owner. He also told about gifting a car. You can only gift a car once. There is an exception to the rule. If you gift a car say to a family member and you keep title or show that you owned the car previously it can be gifted back to you, all no sale tax. He also told us about the tour of old vintage orphan cars he and few other Cruzers took. He said he might be able to set up another tour later. He also mentioned about cars that don't start, it could be the intake valve. SEE "GOOD OF THE ORDER" for Bruce's other tidbits, Nos. 1 & 2. If you have any questions about the above contact Bruce and ask him.
OLD BUSINESS:
- 2010 OFFICERS: President: Bob McConchie
Vice Pres: Tim Oest
Treasurer: Jim Rairigh
Secretary: Joan Reeves
Prez Bill asked for a raise of hands vote for each office and it was a unanimous vote to accept the above as our new Board.
- Christmas Party, December 19, CPO Club – Harry Abbott started the report and told us the theme is "Christmas Around the Pacific", there will be live music, sit down dinner, $25 a person, and Jim Woolbright will take photos. ***Everyone may dress to the party theme, dress to impress or as you wish. Cocktail hour from 5:30 p.m. Dinner will start around 7:00 P.M. You may choose the following:
Entrees: Chicken Marsala w/mushrooms, served w/rich Marsala wine sauce.
Roast Prime Rib w/au Jus and horseradish.
Pasta Primavera, penne pasta tossed with an array of fresh vegetables in a rich creamy garlic sauce served w/fresh parmesan cheese.
The chicken and meat dinners will be served with baked potato and green beans amandine. All dinners will come with a salad of fresh garden greens, rolls, coffee and iced tea. You have a choice of apple pie ala mode or pecan pie ala mode.
***Mail your choice of entrée and pie to Jim Rairigh at Whidbey Cruzers, P.O. Box 1875, Oak Harbor, 98277. Checks made out to Whidbey Cruzers. Jim must have your money by the 12th of December. After the 16th of December you will not get a refund if you back out from the party. If you wish to save a stamp, you may see Jim Friday nights at the Pizza Factory to make your party payment or pay your dues. If you have any questions you may call Jim at 360-679-0354 or cell 360-672-8277.
CLASSIFIEDS
For Sale:
General Steel, 40'X 60' All Steel, Free Span, 14' Eve Building PKG. "27,000 invested. Best Offer. Don Berg 360-240-0579
Events Calendar at a Glance
Date Event Location _ ___POC____
11/10 Dinner Social Good Times Restaurant 360-675-2925
12/12 Jingle Bell Cruise XXX Drive In, Issaquah 425-392-1266
12/19 Whidbey Cruzer Xmas Party CPO Club 360-240-8474
01/05 Potluck/Gen. Mtg. Oak Harbor Elks Lodge 360-679-7936
*****REMEMBER – EVERY FRIDAY EVENING THE WHIDBEY CRUZERS AND THEIR FRIENDS HAVE A SOCIAL GATHERING TO GOSSIP, FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING AND TALK CARS!!! DON'T MISS OUT, COME, ENJOY, AND ADD YOUR COMMENTS AND OPINIONS AND SHOW OFF YOUR VEHICLE(S). 5:00 – 7:00 PM AT THE PIZZA FACTORY.
50/50 Drawing:
50/50 Winner: Bruce Johnson $128.00
Bucket Dude was Duane Dillard. Door prizes this month were 2 birdhouses, 7 garage signs, 2010 Classic Car Calendar, license plate, 3 fuzzy dice sets, 3 model cars, a doll, vase of flowers, Spa Set, 2 makeup kits, Brenda's Front Porch Gift Certificate, and drink flask.
Winners: Margie Baxley, Ted Mann, Jim Flowers, Carol Frederickson, Bob McConchie, Dean Dolquist, Dick Shanniak, Brian Thompson, Judy Biddle, Pat Covello, Herb Terrill, Rick Ford, John Kingsbury, Carol Stone, Deanna Rogers, Jim Gleeson, Rick Klemencic, Harry Abbott, Brenda Ackley, Doreen Gibson, Jerry Rolfe, Bill Waite, and Gary Nienhuis.
Next Meeting: NO GENERAL MEETING IN DECEMBER
Our next meeting is January 5, 2010.
Potluck begins at 6:00 p.m. Bring a dish to share, plates, utensils, and a drink if you wish. A general meeting will follow at 7:00 p.m. If you don't come to a meeting you really are missing out on a hilarious adventure, anything can happen. Remember to sign in at the entrance.
FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
1. Linda Boss at the Vehicle Licensing Dept. next to the Dodge/Chrysler Dealership is retiring at the end of the year. She is a great staple there and knows everyone, she will be missed.
2. Alice Ramsey, 22 years old, on June 9, 1909 was the first lady to drive a car from New York City to San Francisco. It took her 41 days.
3. Larry Hagger and Leroy Cook informed us about the "Citizens on Patrol" program. This program asks people in a Patrol Car, to patrol residence, schools, churches, vacation homes, and generally watches and reports anything that may need looking into by the OHPD. Volunteers are needed, if interested contact Leroy Cook. 360-240-9950.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
DECEMBER
JANUARY
Sue Carpenter 1 Rick Klemencic 3
Christine Grovdahl 3 Bernadine Geohring 3
Larry Phillips 4 Lynn Holmes 7
Mike Mahoney 4 Sally Higley 11
Rachelle Melrose 4 Dorothy Williams 12
Judy Gabrenas 6 Ed Barrett 15
Brenda Maxwell Blanchette 6 Larry Lohman 17
Joline DeVos 9 JoAnne Lawrence 18
Mike Harris 10 Colleen Parhaniemi 18
Tom Nickels 10 Gwen Oest 20
Dorothy Waite 11 Stephanie Ellis 21
Byron Baxley 13 Tim Oest 23
Judy Whited 14 Fred Benninghoff 23
Forrie McIntosh 15 Rudy Parhaniemi 24
Margie Baxley 16 Dan Champlin 26
Bob Cairns 21 Connie McCalmont 26
Vicki Sullivan 22 Val Gleeson 26
Carrie Harris 29 Don Souza 29
Kathy Thompson 29
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY!
DECEMBER
JANUARY
Jim/Linda Haddon 3 Gary/Kathy Hammer 1
Forrie/Molly McIntosh 18 Don/Suzi Souza 1
Norm/Jan McCullaugh 22 Byron/Margie Baxley 6
Tim/Gwen Oest 31 Matt McMillan/Heather L'Huillier 22
FROM YOUR SECRETARY
I will print any corrections/additions to the minutes/newsletter in the "FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER"
section of the newsletter when advised.
REQUEST: Please speak loudly when addressing the membership or giving a report so I don't miss out on important information. Our meetings are fun, crazy, and informative and I want to make sure I get the correct info to you. If I miss a birthday, anniversary, or info wrong in this newsletter, please let me know. 360-679-7936 Thanks!
It is my goal in regards to the newsletter, to complete it, mail it, and be on the website by or before the 15th of the month. I would like to receive committee reports via email trfj1@urraca.whidbey.net or on paper at the monthly meetings and/or by the Friday following the monthly meeting. Thanks again.
VP MINUTE
BRATS I HAVE KNOWN
I mentioned to Lila that someone was going to miss the last VP minute and she said that it was the only reason she was going to come. I said, "Just to hear the VP minute"? She said, "No, because it's the last one".
I spent about 6000 hours over at Smitty's this last week helping to get Sparky ready for paint. My therapist said it was just the country music that made it seem that long. Anyway we talked about our kids; one of his went bad and became the dreaded "L" word. Liberal! Worse, one of mine told me of her plans and I said, "No, become a drug dealer or a prostitute" but there was no changing her mind. She became a Republican.
So it made me think of the dozens of cruising kids I had met while sailing. One has been on the dole in Oz her whole life. Another is a genuine boat bum while his brother who I taught math and electronics to is General Manager of a Television station. But the most amazing kids I ever met were the Winters from the "five kids" boat, a 48 foot trimaran out of Sausalito. That's what my kids called their boat because there were five of them, Pacific, Loyal, Gentle, Courage and Vision. They played together off and on all one summer out at Angel Island. About 3 years later I spotted them as they were transiting the Panama Canal. Now they were the 7 kid's boat having added Storm and Liberty. I would later receive a note from Florida announcing the birth of One America in 1976 in honor of our Bi-centennial. Later while anchored off Cape Kennedy, their boat would catch fire and burn to the waterline. Luckily everyone got off safely. Through Christmas cards I knew they moved back to California and I suppose they said, what do we do NOW? I guess they thought of something as #9 is named Now.
It would be 15 years later while Mary and I were on our way south and tied up at the police dock in San Diego that she got into a conversation with some people in a couple of small trimarans. How my name came up, I don't know, but she came and said, you had better come. They were living on three small trimarans in the bay and had finally added a girl, Amina. Perhaps this gave them the incentive to finally quit. Now while they will never get any kudos from ZPG, the Zero Population Growth group, they home schooled and raised 10 of the brightest kids I have ever met. They all went to college and are all successful at what they do.
There is one thread that binds all these kids together and that is that traveling gave them an insight into the lives of others around the world. They learned to judge others only by what was inside them. Their eyes and their minds were both open. As the world swiftly changes around us I am reminded of what Al Rogers wrote, "In times of profound change, the learners inherit the earth, while the learned find themselves beautifully equipped to deal with a world that no longer exists."
We could learn from those kids.
CRUZ'N WITH THE PREZ!
A quick look around and the year has almost passed. Without so many wonderful friends and devoted club members we wouldn't have accomplished so much and had such fun doing it.
I thank you all for letting me represent you for the second time as President of the Whidbey Cruzers. I truly enjoyed the experience!
I would like to thank all my board members, committee chairs and every member of this club for your support in what has been a trying year for me personally. Please welcome your new board in Jan 2010 and make next year even better. Look for me in the back of the room with Harry; I will be the one looking a little perplexed, Harry does that to you!!!
Spin them tires, Prez Bill
