November 2010 - Shop Talk

November 2010 - Shop Talk

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Shop Talk - September

President Bob McConchie called the general meeting of the Whidbey Cruzers to order at approx. 7:00 pm held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, September 7, 2010. There were 51 in attendance. Previous minutes were approved as corrected in this newsletter.
Momenet of Silence

This month's silence was dedicated to Vic Gabrenas who is struggling for his health at Providence Hospital in Everett. We took a moment to give a silent prayer for his recovery.
First Time Guests/New members
Bruce Biddle introduced guests and new members Dixie and Rudy Logue. They told us they have a 1987 Chevy Caprice, Gold Wing Trike, and a Chevy S-10.

Car Fines

This was the last month collecting car fines. I know there were fines because I kept seeing one dollars bills thrown at us or on the table just scattered.

Treasurer's Report for August 2010 - Jim Rairigh

START: $ 5903.27

Exhaust

Tim Oest, summer party 348.86

Brenda Ackley, sunshine 100.00

Bud Ackley, summer party 21.98

Bay Printing, newsletter 49.14

Intake

Car Fines 2.00

Dues 50.00

50/50 61.00
Party Intake 318.00

FINISH: $ 5814.24

Jim Rairigh said he is beginning to collect dues for 2011. $25 per person.

Membership - Duane Dillard

Duane told us there were 167 paid members in the club. Remember to contact Duane if you have any changes to your email, home address, phone no., cars, etc. Need to have those corrections for the new roster next year. Photos need to be updated too, the goal is to have a picture of everyone's care in the roster. Contact Duane if you have photos and he will advise how to get them in the roster for next year.

Sunshine Lady - Brenda Ackley

A sympathy card on 08/08 was sent to Bruce Biddle on the loss of his father, a get well card was sent to Archie Lillis on 08/23 for his gall bladder surgery and another for hernia surgery. A get well card was sent to Vic Gabrenas on 08/30 for his chemo treatments. Bruce Biddle gave us a report that he is back in the hospital with complications, reactions, pnuemonia, and is in quarantine with Hary Cell Lukemia. He is in good spirits. Judy is keeping us informed of his progress via email. If you have any questions contact Bruce.

Car Cruise Committee - Mel Rogers

Mel was not present at the meeting so no report. See Lyla's social report via an email from Mel about the 3rd annual cruise to Fairhaven.

Social Committee - Lyla Lillis

Anacortes Fidalgo Care/Rosario Assisted Living Car Show - September 16, 11am - 1pm, 50's Theme. They will provide a free lunch. Sign up with Lyla. Any questions contact Flo Payeur at 360-675-2193.
Chainsaw Carving, Arlington, at the local scoop restaurant, September 17-18, auction the carvings off on the 18th at 4pm. You can make it a car show if you wish?Chuckanut Cruise to Fairhaven, October 10 - Leaving from Flowers Marine at 1pm, head north via Bayview and the farm country to Chuckanut Drive. Have a brief stop at Larabee State Park and then on to Mambo Italiano in Fairhaven for a late lunch. Check out the menu on their website mamboitalianocafe.com/news or call 360-734-7677. Contact Mel if you wish to go at 360-678-7727 or cell 360-632-5791, need to know by Oct 7.

Nostalgic Drag Race and Car Show, September 25-26, Forks - Larry Brewer and Pam are planning to attend this event. He mentioned several hot cars that would be there and a possible tour of antique car and sign memorabilia, and shopping for the ladies at Port Angeles. He invited people to sign up and come along. If you are interested contact Larry at 360-632-8020 cell.

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, sen it to Lyla in an email to send out to all club members. If you want to find out how to plan an event Lyla would be glad to advise you how to do it. Contact her at 360-675-2925 or email lillis55@comcast.net.

Car Show Committee - Harry Abbott

Mike Harris read off the car shows for September. I have listed them in the Events Calendar. Cruzers won a few trophy's at the last car show, I don't know which one that was but you know who you are. Ask Harry or Mike. 360-240-8474.

Webpage - Ed Hammond

Ed reported that his son Ed Jr. has found a way to do the newsletter directly to the blog, this is my first attempt, so bare with me. He also said there a new pictures, etc, to look at. He set up a photo shoot for September 11, from 11am-1pm at the Holland Gardens. If you aren't there within that timeframe you are out of luck. If it rains don't show.

Historian - Larry Smith

Larry told us the long history of General Motors. I will only give you a few of the facts he told us. 1. General MOtors was founded on Wednesday, September 16, 1908 in Flint, Michigan as a holding company for Buick (then controlled by William C. Durant). 2. Durant acquired Oldsmobile later in 1908, then ge brought in Cadillac, Cartercar Elmore, Ewing and Oakland(later known as Pontiac). 3. Durant left the firm and co-founded the Chevrolet Motor Company in 1911 with Lewis Chevrolet. 4. 1926 GM created the Pontiac as a 'companion' to the Oakland which lasted five years. 5. The 60's brought the creation of compact and intermediate classes, the Corvair was the answer to the VW Beetle and the Chevy II was created to match Ford's Falcon. 6. The 1970's was the decade of the Vega, but by 1977 its decline was due to quality problems and labor unrest.

Tech Advisor - Bruce Biddle

Bruce updated us on the renovation of the '46' Ford Vic Gabrenas donated to the PBY Foundation display. Les Schwab is taking Jim Rairigh's tires and rims and sandblasting and painted them black and holding them until car is ready and will mount them at no charge. Ray Southard helped and sandblasting was done and have the rear fenders finished, hood, and one door finished and painted black, not assembled. Bruce is asking for some help to remove stainless from the other surfaces on the car. Contact Bruce to set up a time to work it with him. 360-675-6970.

OLD BUSINESS:

1. Christmas Party - Tim Oest said the committee was together and right meeting in secret. All working individually for a common cause.
2. Nominating Committee - Bill Morrow told us that as of this meeting the candidates running for office are: President - Lynn Holmes, Mike Harris, Vice Pres. - Gail Jaeger, Treasurer - Jim Rairigh, and Secretary - Joan Reeves. If you know of someone who might want to run for office inform one of the committee members who are Bill Morrow, Lloyd Williams, Bill Waite, and Harry Abbott. Check your roster for contact info.

NEW BUSINESS:

1. Bruce Biddle recommended that we establish a few rules to enforce when we as a club say we will be somewhere with our cars that we be there. It happened twice this summer that we were no shows or only one or two vehicles showed and the host had planned on feeding us. We should not let this happen again. Miscommunication may be part of the problem. It puts our club in bad standing. Prez Bob is asking for volunteers to be on this committee, contact him at 360-679-3198 or any board member. If no volunteers he may choose the committee himself. Board will take action.

Events Calendar at a Glance

Date Event Location POC

09/18 Harley/Boston Pizza Show/Shine, Mt. Baker 360-675-5981

09/18 Speed and Chrome Show, Bellingham 360-398-1469
09/19 Ferndale Car Show, Ferndale 360-312-0758

09/19 All Ford Show, Snohomish 425-334-4045

09/19 Mopar and More, XXX Drive-In, Issaquah, 206-601-1724

09/25 HP at the Hbr, http://www.islandclassicmustangclub.com/

09/25 Craft and Car Show 8:30-4pm, Stanwood, 360-629-7403

09/25 Mustang and All Ford S&S, Oak Harbor, 360-675-598109/25 Jerry Chamber's Open Car Show, Bellingham's Jerry Chamber's, 360-733-7997

09/26 Classic Car and Hot Rod, Snohomish, 360-568-2526

09/26 Mini Coopers, XXX Drive-In, Issaquah, 360-675-5981

10/05 Potluck/General Mtg., O.H. Elks Lodge 360-679-7936

10/9-10 Monroe Swapmeet, Evergreen Fairgrounds, 360-738-4683

10/10 Mambo Lunch Cruise, Fairhaven via Chuckanut Dr, 360-678-7727

10/31 Halloween Trick a Trunk?, Ace Hardware?

12/18 Cruzer Christmas Party, CPO Club, 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.

CLASSIFIEDS

For Sale: 1955, 4DR 210 Townsman Wagon, has a Corvette 283 CID w/Turbo glide, Automatic. Price $20,000 OBO. Call Joan Reeves at 360-679-7936 if interested.

For Sale: Firestone Oval Tire, never used(still wrapped). It has raised white lettering F70-14 Poly/Fiberglass Tubeless belted. Coker catalog lists it for $171.00. Pat is selling it for $135. Pat Covello 360-678-8758

For Sale: 1968 Oldsmobile Toronado, 455 V8 Engine, really purrs, Right front corner damage, great AM/FM/CD stereo & speakers. LOW MILES!!!! $1800.00

call 360-678-2932.

***These ads will run for only 2 months in the newsletter. If they are sold before that period ends please call Joan Reeves at 360-679-7936 or email her at trfj1@urraca.whidbey.net.

50/50 and Door Prize Drawings: Bucket Dude was Dean Dolquist who won last month's 50/50 drawing. This month's 50/50 winner was our newest member Dixie Logue, $88.! Congratulations! Door prizes included 4 Deception Pass photos taken by Larry Brewer, tool box, 3 car books, T-shirt, 4 sets of dice, 3 whoopie cushions, 3 LED flashlights, 2 models, 3 screwdriver sets, a socket set, coffee, and honey. Winners were Ted Mann, Archie Lillis, Fred Benninghoff, Larry Smith, Brenda Ackley, Lynn Holmes, Dean Dolquist, Margie Baxley, George Higley, Stan Grovdahl, Herb Terrill, Byron Baxley, Sharon Covello, Judy Biddle, Bruce Biddle, Pat Covello, Bob Cairns, Dixie Logue, and Pam Taylor.

Our next meeting is October 5, 2010 - It will be held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge. Potluck at 6 pm, bring a dish to share, plates and utensils. Bring your own choice of beverage or get a drink from the bar. A general meeting will follow promptly at 7pm. If you miss a meeting you are definitely missing out on some great networking, comaraderie, and fun. Don't forget to sign in at the door.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

OCTOBER

Vic Gabrenas 1

Darlene Hammond 1

Clarice Rairigh 1

Doyle Lewis 1

Nancy Dell 5

Sharon Covello 6

Heather L'Huillier 6

Gail Jaeger 8

Rich Melrose 10

Larry Duckert 14

Scott Wernecke 16

Jim Haddon 17

Bob Newlands 25

Brice DeVos 31

Joe Spiker 31

FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER

1. If you have info that needs to get out to the Cruzers in the next fews days...until the 20th... plkease send it to Jim Rairigh... he will post it to the group. Thanks Lyla.

2. Bruce Biddle thanked everyone for the cards and well wishes he received after his dad passed. The one wish was that everyone donate money to the PBY Foundation in which a little over $4,000. was raised. Thanks again from Bruce and his family.

3. Ed Hammond told us of a Packard Car Show at the PBY Foundation at Bldg 12 on the Seaplane Base, September 17, 11am - 5pm. Everyone's invited.

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, or put 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.

PRESIDENT'S CORNER

Cruzers:

Great meeting last Tuesday. Although it's getting towards the end of the season, Lyla keeps us up to date on even more events for us to enjoy. I'm hoping to recover enough to enjoy some of them with you.
I like getting ideas for improving our meetings and our club. Bruce has made it abundantly clear that we need to look into creating a club point of contact for our local retirement home car shows. Some mis-communication, (or non communication), could have caused significant consternation. Bruce is right. If any of you would like to volunteer for the mission, that would be greatly appreciated by all.
It was also suggested, after the meeting, that we allow time for each of the candidates for next year's officers to have a couple of minutes to introduce themselves at the October meeting. Great idea since not every one may know the candidates before the vote. I discussed the idea with the VP as he will likely be running the October meeting. I'll be returning from the desert and may not be able to get back in time for the meeting.
Thanks again, to Dick and Larry for the mannnny wonderful raffle items. If I missed acknowledging any one who donated, don't let me forget next time.

I truly pray that our brother, Vic, will return to us. Cruze Safe. The Prez.

Shop Talk – August 2010

President Bob McConchie called the general meeting of the Whidbey Cruzers to order at approx. 7:00 p.m. held at the Oak Harbor Windjammer Park (City Beach), August 3, 2010. There were 66 in attendance. Previous minutes were approved as corrected in this newsletter.

Moment of Silence
A moment of silence was dedicated to the memory of Bruce Biddle's dad Robert Biddle.
First Time Guests
The two new first timers Arnie and Joanne Deckwa became members that night. They have a 1954 Chevy I think.
New Cars
Talking about new cars Scott Wernecke drove his new orange 2010 Dodge Challenger from the Dodge car lot, home and then to the Night Out. It's a real nice looker.
Car Fines
I have no idea if any car fines were collected, but the weather was great and a lot of beautiful cars were on display.


Treasurer's Report for June 2010 - Jim Rairigh


START    $ 6840.66
Intake:
Plaque       20.00
Dues         50.00
Car fines     6.00
50/50        87.00


Exhaust:
Clarice Rairigh, Forever Stamps 87.00
Duane Dillard, membership       41.64
Summer Party                   971.25
FINISH                      $ 5903.22


Membership – Duane Dillard
Duane told us there were 165 paid members in the club. We gained several new members such as Mary Dolquist, Beau Bayliss, Thomas Gibson and Newlands. Duane said we have had 495 members join since inception of the club. REMEMBER to contact Duane if you have any change to your email, home address, phone no., etc. Need those corrections so the new roster next year will have the right information. Also need to add or update your car photos, the goal is to have a picture of your car next to your photo in the roster next year. Ed Hammond will be setting a photo date in the future so watch for it in the newsletter, website and email. Contact Ed to sign up for the session to let him know you're interested.
Sunshine Committee – Joan Reeves for Brenda Ackley
In July the following cards were sent:
Don Souza – get well card following heart attack and stint.
Marge/Byron Baxley – thinking of you card, news of son's health problems, hear bypass.
Joan Reeves – sympathy card and flower arrangement to Memorial Service July 21^st@ the Elks for husband George.
Vicki Sullivan – get well card, back surgery.
Archie Lillis – get well card, hernia surgery.
Norm McCullough – get well card, skin cancer surgery.
Bruce Biddle – sympathy card, loss of father, Bob Biddle.
Karen Knoll – sympathy card, loss of husband, Clarence, longtime former Cruzer member.
We wish all the best and hopeful wishes to all our dear members who have gone through these very trying times during the month of July and hope the "Sunshine" returns to warm their hearts soon. Most Respectfully, Brenda.
Contact Brenda Ackley if you know of someone in need of a little "SUNSHINE" in their lives, at 360-679-8363 or email
brenda.ackley@gmail.com.


Car Cruise Committee – Mel Rogers
Mel thanked the Cruzers for attending the road rally and Flounder Bay Cruise. He requested that if anyone has an event that we can cruise to contact him to help arrange it.
Cruise to Freeland/Car Display, Maple Ridge, Tuesday August 10 – Route 66 theme week, we leave from Walmart at 4:30 and arrive in Freeland for dinner at 5:30pm. Call Lyla for more info.


Social Committee – Lyla Lillis
Rotary Car Show, August 14, 9am – 4pm – They would appreciate our help to volunteer for parking. Bring your car and show it off. Entrants will walk away with lots of (70) trophies and many categories to choose from. There will also be a few food booths. Registration will probably start earlier than 9 am.
Jack's Potluck Park Picnic, Tuesday August 17, 5pm
– Bring utensils, a dish to share, chairs, and your choice of beverage. It's a beautiful park, and plenty of games to partake in and enjoy.

Harbor Towers Car Show, August 21, 11:30 – 2 or 3pm. – Bring a chair, there will be music and they are BBQing. Souza's are the POC.

Careage of Whidbey Car Show, August 28, 60's (Woodstock) theme, 10am – 2pm. They will be Barbequing. There will probably be trophies, drawings and other surprises. It's always a good time. There will be a horse shoe game to enter. Careage is located in Coupeville, take left at stoplight toward the hospital and take a right after the church. Driveway is on the right about quarter mile? Souza's are the POC
Anacortes Fidalgo Care and Rosario Assisted Living, September 16, 11am-1pm – Free lunch.

SEE "Events Calendar at a Glance" for other dates/events.


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 – Harry Abbotttimmyc1971@myspace.com.
Harry read the August car shows in the near vicinity. See "Events Calendar at a Glance". The Oak Harbor Rotary Show is from 11am-4pm. Jim Croft told us there are new things happening this year, such as a Beer Garden, plus new and exciting prizes to be won and encouraged the Cruzers to attend plus the Pig Roast. The Mopar Show is from 9am-3pm, Mt Vernon Hot Aug Nights is from 10am-3pm, Cascade Days is 1-4pm, and Mountlake Terrace Show is from 10am-3pm. If you have any questions about the shows mentioned or others that you may know of contact Harry at 360-240-8474 or the contact info in the calendar.
Webpage – Ed Hammond
Ed said he needs new photos of new cars and he will arrange a photo shoot in the next few weeks, possibly in the middle of the week. He reminded everyone that the website is there for your benefit, use it. Log on to www.whidbeycruzers.com.


OLD BUSINESS:
1. Christmas Party Committee – Vice Prez Tim Oest first thanked everyone who helped on the Rendezvous, especially the Jaegers for hosting. He said it's time to organize and plan, so a signup sheet was sent around to collect names for a Christmas party committee. Just as a reminder the date for the party is December 18 at the CPO Club. Mark your calendars. If you wish to get on the committee contact Tim.


NEW BUSINESS:
1. Nominating Committee – It's that again to find members to who will lead our Whidbey Cruzers to new and greater experiences. The committee chosen is Lloyd Williams, Bill Morrow, Bill Waite, and Harry Abbott. Don't be surprised if one of these taps you on the shoulder or comes up behind you and requests you to step up and volunteer.

Events Calendar at a Glance

Date Event Location POC
08/10 Cruise to Freeland Leaving Walmart 4:30 pm 360-675-2925
08/14 Rotary Car Show O.H. City Beach (Windjammer Park) 360-675-4146
08/14 LaConner Classic Yacht Car Show LaConner 360-240-8474
08/14 Whidbey Tea Party Poker Run UNKNOWN 360-240-8474
08/15 All Mopar Show Oak Harbor Motors 360-240-8474
08/15 Mt Vernon Hot Aug Nights Mt. Vernon 360-240-8474
08/15 Tri 5 Car Show XXX Drive In, Issaquah 360-679-7936
08/21 Harbor Towers Car Show Harbor Towers Village 360-675-4523
08/21 Federal Way Lion's Club Car Show Federal Way Commons Mall 253-569-3761
08/21 Cascade Days Concrete 360-240-8474
08/28 Careage Car Show Careage of Whidbey, Coupeville 360-675-4523
08/27-29 Summer Fun Rod Run Deming Log Show Grounds 360-384-4023
08/29 Cruzin the Nile Mountlake Terrace 425-609-2349
09/07 Cruzers Potluck/Gen Mtg O.H. Elks Lodge 360-679-7936
09/16 Fidalgo Care/Rosario Assist Living Anacortes 360-675-2193
12/18 Cruzer Christmas Party CPO Club/Bakerview Restaurant 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.


CLASSIFIEDS


For Sale:1971 Plymouth Roadrunner – Green, 340 V8 Automatic, Everything on it is original. Needs new vinyl top, needs tune up, driver's seat has split, rest of the interior is excellent. Extra parts – manuals, bumper.
$8500 Contact Charles Terpenning, 2444 Lake Forest Drive, O.H. 360-682-5802.
For Sale:1990 Nissan 300ZX, Naturally Aspirated, Auto Trans. 350Z 7-Spoke Rims 17" 36-way Adjustable K-sport Coilovers $3400 or OBO Contact Tim Colwell at Community Voicemail: 360-240-2969 or


** These ads will run for only 2 months in the newsletter. If they are sold before that period ends please call Joan Reeves at 360-679-7936 or email her at trfj1@urraca.whidbey.net.


50/50 and Door Prize Drawings:
Bucket Dudette was last month's 50/50 winner Carol Fredrickson!
50/50 Winner: Dean Dolquist $ 62.00 Congratulations!!
Door prizes: This month prizes consisted of several screwdriver sets, pliers' sets, flashlights and a tool box. Winners: Bill Morrow, Pat Covello, Dave Madeiros, Jim Rairigh, Rudy Parhaniemi, Duane Dillard, Scott Wernecke, and Larry Brewer.
Our next meeting is September 7, 2010 – It will be held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge. Potluck at 6 pm, bring a dish to share, plates and utensils. Bring your own choice of beverage or get a drink from the bar. A general meeting will follow promptly at 7 pm. If you miss a meeting you are definitely missing out on some great networking, camaraderie (such a big word), and fun. Don't forget to sign in at the door.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

SEPTEMBER
Pat Tabach           2
Lana Dillard         3
Mary Benninghoff     4
Pam Taylor           4
Suzi Souza           5
George Higley        5
Alma Williams        6
Sandy Overton        8
Barb Mann           10
Linda Haddon        14
Flo Payeur          16
Marty Luther        18
Ed Rouse            19
Bob McConchie       26
Dorothy Abrahamse   27
Brandi Colantoni    30


FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
1. Nancy Southard is celebrating her 60^th Birthday, not 50^th, sorry Nancy, I think I made you feel good for a few days!!!
2. I left off the first 10 days of August Birthdays, sorry, catch you next year!!!!!
3. An Open House for ROBERT BIDDLE was held at the PBY Memorial, Bldg 12 on the Seaplane Base on Saturday, August 7, 12 noon to 4 pm. Bruce requested all Whidbey Cruzers were invited.
4. I would like to thank again the Whidbey Cruzers for your thoughtful cards and kind words, hugs, and support. I enjoy hugs a lot!!! I'm still receiving cards, calls, emails from you and it is much appreciated. George was a big part of my life and I loved him dearly even though we didn't always see eye to eye. Now it's time to move forward and I'm doing that. Brady is my support and great help with everything around the house, my yard and flower beds look much better and we are reconnecting again. Thank you. Joan


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, or put 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 15^th 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. 

PRESDENT'S CORNER:

Great meeting, Cruzers! The outdoors was great and the desserts were even better. We may elect to have next year's meeting an hour earlier so we don't have to compete with the music. Anyway, again a special thanks to the Jaeger's for hosting the annual Rendezvous and for all of you who helped with the event. Whichever of you were in charge of controlling the weather – GREAT JOB!

 
We welcomed some new members last Tuesday and we look forward to working with them. There just may be a new President in there. Speaking of...... Don't be timid about stepping up to one of the offices of your Board of Directors. I believe everyone should have a shot at it and I encourage all of you to partake. Contact one of the members of the Nominating Committee and let them know you are ready. Give yourself a chance to make the improvements in our club that you want to see made. Good luck to all of you.

 
Many events for us this time of year and the one closest to home will be on 14 August at City Beach. Hope to see all of you there. I hope I can be there. I may have to have someone else drive my T-Bird for me.

 
    Enjoy the rest of the summer, Cruzers.

 
    The Prez

Shop Talk – July 2010

IMPORTANT: The 'Rendezvous' July 31, Chuck & Gail Jaeger's
'National Night Out' August 3, Oak Harbor City Beach
                                                                                 

President Bob McConchie called the general meeting of the Whidbey Cruzers to order at approx. 7:00 p.m. held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, July 6, 2010. There were 73 in attendance. Previous minutes were approved as written in newsletter.
Moment of Silence
A moment was spent to pray for our troops who are fighting for our freedom. Happy Birthday America!!
First Time Guests
Chuck Parsons introduced himself and told us he has a '67' Camaro. Possible new member Beau Bayliss introduced himself and he has a '57' Chevy Belair 4 Dr Hardtop. I apologize beforehand if the names and cars are not correct.
New Cars
Harry Abbott said he just bought a British Morse Minor that he will have to ask for someone to help pick it up from Mount Vernon.
Car Fines
Tonight was a great night to bring out our fine rides. Car fines should be at a minimum, although I saw at least 5 dollars on the table for those who didn't drive their ride.

Treasurer's Report for June 2010 - Jim Rairigh


START       $ 6680.39
Intake:
Plaque          20.00
Dues            25.00
Car fines       19.00
50/50          121.00


Exhaust:
Bay Printing    24.78
FINISH      $ 6840.61


Membership – Duane Dillard
Duane told us there were 163 paid members in the club. He mailed out all the rosters to those members who hadn't rec'd them. Need an additional roster members will pay $5.00 a copy and also non members. Contact Duane to make arrangements to get your copy. 360-675-6866. REMEMBER to contact Duane if you have any change to your email, home address, phone no., etc.

Sunshine Committee – Brenda AckleyGail Jaeger gave the report and Brenda sent her report. In June a sympathy card was sent to Larry Smith whose father passed away…get well card was sent to Bob Cairns who is recovering from a broken hip and needed surgery…get well card was sent to Val Gleeson as she was in the hospital again and recovering nicely…get well card to Don Souza who had a heart attack and taken to the hospital by ambulance where they put a stent in place, he is recovering and feeling great! Bob cairns and Don Souza both attended the meeting and looking great!!
Contact Brenda Ackley if you know of someone in need of a little "SUNSHINE" in their lives, at 360-679-8363 or email
brenda.ackley@gmail.com.


Social Committee – Lyla Lillis
Regency Car Show, July 17, 11-2pm – It's a small car show about twenty cars. There will be BBQ, music, and awards.
Dakota Creek Tour, July 17, Contact Larry Brewer for info. I think I heard leaving from Flowers at 9 am? 360-632-8020.

Summerhill Retirement Community Car Show, July 24, 10am – 2pm – 20 cars maximum, contact Lyla to see if already have enough participation before attending. Lunch will be served at 12 Noon.

Whidbey Cruzers Rendezvous', July 31, Jaeger's Home, 10am – 2pm – See OLD BUSINESS in this newsletter for details.
75^th Deception Pass Bridge Anniversary, July 31 – Pre 1935 vehicles are needed for the celebration, only 7 or 8 cars needed? Contact Lyla for more info.
National Night Out/Car Show/General Cruzer Meeting, August 3, 3pm-8pm – This event will be at Oak Harbor City Beach (Windjammer Park). There will be informational booths and food booths and maybe a few games or a visit from SAR (Search and Rescue). Our show and shine may start as early as 3pm near the gazebo; enter beyond the RV/Camp parking. Bring a dessert to share for potluck at 6pm. and our monthly meeting at 7pm. Remember to bring your chairs.
Nancy Southard's 50^th Birthday Celebration, August 7, Tabach's Home, 4pm start time - Bring a potluck dish to share, maybe a chair, beer and wine will be provided. BYOB. Pat and Toby's address is 1999 Arnold Rd.
Jack's Park Potluck Picnic, August 8, 1 pm – Bring a potluck dish to share, maybe a chair, and your own favorite drink. Lots of games, such as horseshoes, putt putt golf, plus. The park is beautiful to just enjoy.
3^rd Annual Pig Roast Block Party, August 8, 12 – 6pm – Proceeds go to Help House, good eating, near Frazer's Restaurant, come check it out.
Rotary Car Show, August 14, 9am – 4pm – They would appreciate our help to volunteer for parking. Bring your car and show it off. Entrants will walk away with lots of (70) trophies and many categories to choose from. There will also be a few food booths. Registration will probably start earlier than 9 am.

Harbor Towers Car Show, August 21, 11:30 – 2 pm. – They will feed us.

Careage of Whidbey Car Show, August 28, 60's (Woodstock) theme, 10am – 2pm. They will be Barbequing. There will probably be trophies, drawings and other surprises. It's always a good time. There may even be a horse shoe game to enter. Careage is located in Coupeville, take left at stoplight toward the hospital and take a right after the church. Driveway is on the right about quarter mile?


SEE "Events Calendar at a Glance" for other dates/events.

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 – Harry Abbotttimmyc1971@myspace.com
Harry told us of several car shows he went to and that Rollin Whited took home the only trophy. Car shows for July; in Lynden, Arlington, Snohomish, Seattle, Lake Stevens, Ferndale and Mount Vernon. I have listed them in the "Events Calendar at a Glance" section of this newsletter. If you have a question about the list or you know of a car show not listed contact Harry. 360-240-8474.
Technical Advisor – Bruce Biddle
Bruce wanted everyone to give Ed Hammond a big "Atta Boy" for all his hard work and time in getting the PBY Catalina here at Whidbey. He was the primary mover for this. So tell him next time you see him.
Cruzer Project: Bruce told us he has several volunteers to work on restoring a '46' Ford Sedan donated by Vic Gabrenas, as a static display at the PBY Memorial. Bruce Johnson offered to supply any paint needed. Bruce requested a meeting at his house to discuss a plan of attack. Contact Bruce if you want to help at 360-675-6970.


OLD BUSINESS:


*****1.
The Rendezvous, July 31, Jaeger's, 10am – 2pm. – The "Wholy E Cow" will cater. The menu will consist of various BBQ choices as well as bake beans, cole claw and soda. Each paid member will get a free meal, for non-members the cost is $9.00 and children under 12 $4.00. Tickets will be passed out for meals. Twin City Idlers and the Majestic Glass Car Clubs have been invited. Bring your classics for a great show and shine, chairs and your favorite drink if you choose. Have a special trophy you want to make and present, bring it! Port-a-Potties are provided. Some of the trophies will be the left over center pieces from Christmas. Chuck has requested a couple people to direct parking. Jaeger's address is 155 Case Rd. An email will be sent out at a later date as a reminder. Questions may be addressed to any Club Officer.


NEW BUSINESS:
1. Discount Businesses – It's time to update/add or delete businesses that may/may not give discounts to Cruzers at their businesses. He read off the list and it will be updated and verified. The new list will be stated in a future newsletter.

Events Calendar at a Glance

Date Event Location POC
07/11 All Camaro/Chevy Show XXX Drive In, Issaquah 360-679-7936
07/17 Regency Car Show Regency Care Facility, O.H. 360-678-6032
07/17 Cruise In Lyndon 360-240-8474
07/17 Classic Outlaw Car Show Arlington 360-240-8474
07/18 Kla Ha Ya Days Snohomish 425-743-0599
07/18 SIR Drag/Drift/Show Seattle 360-240-8474
07/24 Summerhill Car Show Summerhill Retirement Community 360-675-2925
07/24 Old Settlers Show Ferndale 360-240-8474
07/25 Aquafest Show Lake Stevens 360-240-8474
07/31 Cruzer Rendezvous Chuck/Gail Jaeger's Home 360-679-0354
07/31 Show n Shine Arlington 360-240-8474
08/01 Denny's Open Car Show Mount Vernon 360-424-6918
08/03 Cruzer Dessert Potluck/Gen Mtg O.H. City Beach (Windjammer Park) 360-679-7936
08/07 Nancy Southard's 50^th Birthday Pat/Toby Tabach, Arnold Rd 360-675-2925
08/08 Jack Park's Potluck Picnic  Jones Road 360-675-2925
08/08 3^rd Annual Pig Roast Near Frasers Restaurant 360-675-4146
08/14 Rotary Car Show O.H. City Beach (Windjammer Park) 360-675-4146
08/21 Harbor Towers Car Show Harbor Towers Village 360-675-2925
08/21 Federal Way Lion's Club Car Show Federal Way Commons Mall 253-569-3761
08/28 Careage Car Show Careage of Whidbey, Coupeville 360-675-4523
12/18 Cruzer Christmas Party CPO Club/Bakerview Restaurant 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.


CLASSIFIEDS


For Sale:1971 Plymouth Roadrunner – Green, 340 V8 Automatic, Everything on it is original. Needs new vinyl top, needs tune up, driver's seat has split, rest of the interior is excellent. Extra parts – manuals, bumper.
$8500 Contact Charles Terpenning, 2444 Lake Forest Drive, O.H. 360-682-5802.
For Sale:1990 Nissan 300ZX, Naturally Aspirated, Auto Trans. 350Z 7-Spoke Rims 17" 36-way Adjustable K-sport Coilovers $3400 or OBO Contact Tim Colwell at Community Voicemail: 360-240-2969 or


** These ads will run for only 2 months in the newsletter. If they are sold before that period ends please call Joan Reeves at 360-679-7936 or email her at trfj1@urraca.whidbey.net


50/50 and Door Prize Drawings:
Bucket Dude was Jim Rairigh standing in for last month's winner Dick Shanniak who was ill.
50/50 Winner: Carol Fredrickson $ 87.00 Congratulations!!
Door prizes: Pop can Jet Airplane, 20 pc screwdriver set, 3 led flashlights, 43 pc screwdriver set, matchbox pickup truck, toolbox, model Land Cruiser, and bath set. Winners: Todd Stephenson, Bob McConchie, Martin Abrahamse, Pam Taylor, Larry Brewer, Linda Haddon, Fred Benninghoff, Duane Dillard, Bruce Johnson, and Bruce Biddle.


******Our next meeting is August 3, 2010 – We will join in Oak Harbor's 'National Night Out'. We will contribute with a club 'show and shine' car show and conduct our monthly general meeting. Bring your car to Oak Harbor City Beach as early as 3 pm. if you wish next to the gazebo. This night is a dessert potluck at 6 pm and meeting to follow at 7 pm. There will be informational booths and food booths. Come and join in the fun. Remember to bring your chairs and drinks if you wish.



HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

AUGUST

Ofelia Champlin 10
Jack Stiltz     14
Kathy Stiltz    14
Ed Hammond      15
Judy Klemencic  15
Sharon Lewis    15
Kathy Nienhuis  16
Fred Bronson    18
Gerry Hammond   22
Rosalie Olson   23
Michael Koontz  25
Shari Brooks    29
Rich Mann       29
Richard Turner  30


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, or put 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 15^th 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.


PRESDENT'S CORNER:


Another month.  Another holiday.  Another doctor telling me to slow down. I am just grateful to be here along with Don Souza, Rick Klemencic, Bill Morrow and so many others of us who came close to not being here.  I give thanks every day, not only for me but for all of you, as well.  
We have a new '57 Chevy hardtop with us.  Thanks, Beau.  I'm sure there are a few of us who will be glad to help you with her.  We look forward to having you at our events.
And speaking of events.  Do not do like I did a few years ago and be the only one in the Elk's parking lot for the August Meeting.  Next month we will be at City Beach for our meeting.  We can start showing up after 1530 (3:30 PM.  Sorry, it's an old habit.)  Dessert pot luck - Always a great treat.


    Be safe and be thankful for being here.


        The Prez

Shop Talk – June 2010

Our broken motorcyclist, President Bob McConchie called the general meeting of the Whidbey Cruzers to order at approx. 7:00 p.m. held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, June 1, 2010. There were 71 in attendance. Previous minutes were approved as written in newsletter.



Moment of Silence
A moment was spent to pray for our troops who are fighting for our freedom in Afghanistan, Iraq, and neighboring countries.
First Time Guests
Bob's daughter in law Christine McConchie was on hand to help our crippled President to and from whatever or wherever he needs to go while he's recuperating. She sure is a brave girl!!!!
New Cars
Larry shouted out that he has a 1954 Ford 4 door sedan, Turquoise in color and really fine!! Well, what do you know it's NOT purple!!!!
Car Fines
Tonight the weather was not very good, windy, rainy and just not nice! Your Secretary counted about $19 collected in car fines, there might have been a few more.


Treasurer's Report for May 2010 - Jim Rairigh


START                        $ 6617.94
Intake:
Dues                             25.00
Roster                            5.00
Car Fines                        19.00
50/50                           103.00


Exhaust:
Duane Dillard, membership        14.67
Bay Printing, newsletter, 3 mos. 74.83
FINISH                       $ 6680.39


It was moved and seconded to except report as given.


Membership – Duane Dillard
Duane told us there were 163 paid members in the club. Newest member is Greg Smith living in Shelton formerly a resident of Oak Harbor as a kid. New rosters are available, a free roster for every paid member. Non members will pay $5.00 a copy and if members wish additional copies. Contact Duane to make arrangements to get your copy. 360-675-6866. The Rosters look fantastic! Duane will have rosters at the next meeting in June. Please come and pick up your new roster and save us mail. REMEMBER to contact Duane if you have any change to your email, home address, phone no., etc.


Cruise (Cruz) Committee – Mel Rogers and Dan Terrill
Mel said that everything's a go for the cruise to Lake Chelan. He requested a short meeting after the general mtg. with those going for any last minute questions, paperwork and group travel signup. He also mentioned that there are now rooms available if someone would like to go, call the motel. He's looking forward to the trip. Mel also reported about a June 26 event.
Sunshine Committee – Brenda Ackley
May ''Sunshine'' get well cards were sent to Valerie Gleeson, went to the hospital for a t.i.a., Gail Stultz had oral surgery, Rick Klemencic with a very serious hospital stay, he is finally home and recovering., Norm McCullough had a serious bout of flu like symptoms affecting his breathing and over all well being, Bob McConchie spent hospital time after extreme motorcycle trials, his body still looks like a mummy stalker got him and impaired his inability to LAND his Motorcycle in a crisis. We love you Prez, but you look like hell..!!!! Doreen Gibson is recovering nicely after having her thyroid removed. Ofelia Champlin has had a knee replacement and is recovering well. Sadly, a sympathy card was sent to Tim Oest on the death of his father.

Contact Brenda Ackley if you know of someone in need of a little "SUNSHINE" in their lives, at 360-679-8363 or email
brenda.ackley@gmail.com.


Historian – Larry Smith
Our new Historian Larry Smith gave us the following history lesson:
"Like most automakers in the early part of this century, Ford Motor Company started as little more than the grand idea of one man. Of course, as time would prove, Henry Ford succeeded where most were doomed to fail. He didn't invent the automobile, as many people came to think, but he did put America on wheels with simple, reliable cars and trucks that most anyone could afford. In the process, he created an industrial empire noted for its size, influence, and intrigue.
Henry Ford began producing vehicles very early in this century. The tale naturally begins with Henry Ford, whose first halting efforts at building a horseless carriage led to the founding of the Ford Motor Company in 1903.
Reluctantly, a doddering 80 year old Henry I entrusted his empire to grandson Henry Ford II, an apple-checked 23-yr old who seemed ill-prepared to rejuvenate a company on the road to disaster. But HF II was surprisingly canny, and helped by a group of whiz kid managers as bright and young as him; he brought order to the chaos he inherited. A brilliant new 1949 Ford passenger-car line did the rest, and Ford Motor Company was saved. Ever in the background, but no less significant was Henry's only son Edsel the astute executive whose keen eye for style brought forth the classic Lincoln's and the beloved Fords of the thirties.
HF II then assured the company's future with a parade of mostly successful new Ford products such as the "55 Thunderbird, the 60's Falcon compact, and the trend setting '65 Mustang "pony car." Sales success followed competition success in the memorable "Total Performance" program that made Fords the cars to beat in most every form of motorsports the world over.
HF II's retirement in 1980 came the first non-family management in Ford history. But having languished in the 70's, the firm bounced back in a big way under president later chairman Don Peterson, scoring record profits with the slickest, best-built cars and trucks in Detroit. Today, a new leadership team, including two fourth-generation Fords, faces challenges as daunting as any company's past. Yet thanks to its enormous strides in the 80's Ford would seem to have a promising future indeed.
But when all is said and done, it's the products that count the most, and that's mainly what you will see. Nine decades of Ford cars and trucks. They made Ford famous and the panorama of those vehicles-in on that every fan of the "blue oval" is sure to enjoy."


Social Committee – Lyla Lillis
Bonfire/Potluck/Kegger, 40^th Anniversary, at the Lillis's, June 12, 2 pm – Bring a dish/goodie, BYOB, and maybe a chair just in case. NO CARDS OR GIFTS.
1^st/75^th Anniversary Party, Bob/Bobbi Cairns, June 13, Edmonds, 3-7pm – RSVP by June 8. Party's at 17202 SeaLawn Pl. in Edmonds. To RSVP or have questions call 425-778-5347 or email bob2bobc@aol.com.
Bob said Diamond gifts are great!!!!!

Round the Clock Harbor Haven Poker Run, June 19 – 9:30 am Registration at Tyee Restaurant parking lot. Last stop is VFW on Goldie Rd. Turn in poker hands by 4 pm. Food, fun and music starts at 3 pm. BBQ available for $10 per person, also ribs, mussels, hamburgers, hot dogs, salads and more. Proceeds benefit Harbor Haven for prevention of child abuse and neglect. Contact Mike at 360-632-1513.
Island County Museum Prairie Dog Trail and Poker Run, June 26, 9 am – Fundraiser begins and ends in Coupeville, $25 per car, includes lunch. There are tours, shopping, and a car show? Check it out, contact Mel or Deanna Rogers for more info at 360-678-7727.
Lunch Cruise to Flounder Bay Restaurant, June 27 – Meet at Flowers Marine at 1:30pm and cruise to restaurant at Anacortes Marina. Lunch will be in the banquet room. You have a choice of prime rib, chicken, salmon, or Alfredo pasta primavera, $18 per person (includes tax and gratuity). If you would like to attend please call 360-240-8924 or email us at storeit@whidbey.net. Give your name(s), number in your party, phone no. and choice of meal. Barb and Lynn Holmes need to know by June 1^st. 40 signed up at the meeting and they need to call with their choice of meal. You may also give this info to Lyla.
Regency Car Show, July 17, 11-2pm – It's a small car show about twenty cars. There will be BBQ, music, and awards. Sign up with Lyla.
Harbor Towers Car Show, August 21 – Details later.
Careage of Whidbey Car Show, August 28, 60's theme – See Suzi Souza or details later.


SEE "Events Calendar at a Glance" for other dates/events.


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 – Harry Abbott
Contact Harry at trfj1@urraca.whidbey.net or on paper at the monthly meetings and/or by the Friday following the monthly meeting. Thanks again.
Harry has agreed to report car shows in the vicinity of about 100 mile radius. He and Mike Harris went to various shows last month. He read off some car shows coming, if you see the "Events at a Glance" list and you have a question or you know of a car show not listed contact Harry. 360-240-8474.



Technical Advisor – Bruce Biddle
Cruzer Project: Bruce was approached by the PBY (World War II) Association in conjunction with the history of the aircraft they asked if we could provide them with an old vehicle as a static display staff car. Vic Gabrenas donated a 1946 Ford 4 door sedan, a unique vehicle, at the urging of Bruce. It needs a crew to make it into a presentable display vehicle, such as unbend a fender and other body work. He asked for volunteers to sign up to work on it and haul it up to the PBY museum and maybe paint it in military colors, flags, etc. Bruce thinks the project would only take maybe two weeks to do this. He sent around a signup sheet around and had a short meeting after the general mtg. to setup a date to meet. Nice project, I'm sure the PBY Association is really appreciative the help they get from the Whidbey Cruzers!! Contact Bruce if you want to help at 360-675-6970.


OLD BUSINESS:
1. The Rendezvous, July 31, Jaeger's, 10am – 4 pm. – Vice Pres. Tim Oest took a consensus from the membership about what type of food to have and it was decided to have BBQ catered and potluck from the club members. Neighboring clubs will be invited. The "Wholy E Cow" BBQ will cater.

Events Calendar at a Glance

Date Event Location POC
06/12 Bonfire/Anniversary Party Archie/Lyla's Home         360-675-2925
06/12 Old Town Show/Shine Arlington                        360-435-5287
06/13 El Camino/Chevelle Show King Charley's Drive-In Hwy9 425-355-1037
06/19 Harbor Haven Poker Run Coupeville/VFW Oak Harbor     360-632-1513
06/20 Berry Cool Car Show Burlington                       360-848-7663
06/27 Twin City Idlers Show Stanwood                       360-240-8474
06/27 Cruzer Cruise/Lunch Flounder Bay Restaurant          360-240-8924
07/06 Cruzer Potluck/Gen. Mtg O.H. Elks Lodge              360-679-7936
07/17 Regency Car Show Regency Care Facility, O.H.         360-678-6032
07/31 Cruzer Rendezvous Chuck/Gail Jaeger's Home           360-675-7929
12/18 Cruzer Christmas Party CPO Club/Bakerview Restaurant 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 and Door Prize Drawings:
Bucket Dudes were Jim Haddon and Bruce Biddle subbing for our broken President Bob McConchie.
50/50 Winner: Dick Shanniak $121.00 Congratulations!!
Door prizes: 6 garage signs, 3pc pliers set, 3 sets of fuzzy dice, 11pc screwdriver set, garage clock, bath set, 68pc tool set, 17" tool box, cup holder w/Super Clean Degreaser, No Touch Tire Care, Armour All/ Maguire's Wax Protectant, Eye Mask, Time Out Doll, Chrome/Wire Cleaner, Prez Prize, and Gift Certificate. Winners: Dan Terrill, Marge Baxley, Bill Morrow, Carol Reamer, Christine McConchie, Bob Cairns, Gail Jaeger, Archie Lillis, Jim Rairigh, Larry Smith, Larry Brewer, Ted Mann, Deanna Rogers, Suzi Souza, Don Stultz, Larry Lohman, and Dean Dolquist.


FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
1. In Case of an Emergency – If you need information sent out by email fast and Lyla is not available contact Jim Rairigh, he has a full email list in his computer.
2. Jim Gleeson thanked everyone for all the cards and those who came to his party last month at Bayview. He had a great time!
3. Special thanks to Larry Brewer who made and donated a ticket/raffle box to pick from, it turns with brackets inside to allow better mixing. So watch out hopefully we'll get more people winning and less duplicate winners!!
4. Roller Barn's 50^th Anniversary Celebration, June 19, Open House 10-2pm, free skating, games and contests, and more. A Sock Hop will be from 7-11pm. To find out more ask Lyla.


Our next meeting is July 6, 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. Bring a friend and show them what a crazy wonderful group we are. If you don't come to a meeting you really are missing out on hilarious adventures. Remember to sign in at the entrance.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

JULY


Bud Ackley           2
Judy Biddle          4
Carol Fredrickson    9
Herb Terrill        11
Charles Terpenning  18
LaRayne Duckert     20
Marcia Rouse        21
Katherine Christmas 21
Ed Richard          22
Maggie Morrow       22
Matt McMillan       22
Ray Payeur          23
Gary Nienhuis       25
Carol Croft         27
Steve McCalmont     28
Marianne Rolfe      30
Brian Thompson      30


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 15^th of the month. I would like to receive committee reports via email


PRESDENT'S CORNER:


CRUZERS


I want to thank all of you for your support and concern during the time of my testing the road pavement with my body.  I sincerely appreciate all of your cards, phone calls, and e-mails.  We used to say in the Navy:  "Any landing you can walk away from is a good landing."  Well, this one was not a good landing but I am walking now and getting better each day.  Having my Daughter-in-Law supervise my recovery has been a true blessing.  I hope to be relatively normal soon.


    Well, a couple of new items:  Our VP got his feet wet by running the raffle and Larry Brewer made us a new raffle ticket tumbler.  Thanks, Tim.  I get easily tired in all of these braces.  Larry - you made sure we no longer have to put up with wondering if the tickets are adequately shuffled.  Thanks again, great job from the both of you.  The summer is upon us and Lyla is keeping track of many social events for us to enjoy while Mel keeps us abreast of upcoming cruises.  I am looking forward to our history lessons from Smitty.  What a great team the Cruzers make.


    Cruzers - be safe out there and cherish each day as a precious gift.


        The Prez

Shop Talk – May 2010

                     

New President Bob McConchie called the general meeting of the Whidbey Cruzers to order at approx. 7:00 p.m. held at the Oak Harbor Elks Lodge, May 4, 2010. There were 70 in attendance. Previous minutes were approved as written in newsletter.


Moment of Silence
A moment was spent to be thankful for the almost Times Square Bombing that did not happen.
First Time Attendees/Guests
We had one guest Mike Hammett to promote and explain the Round the Rock Poker Run to benefit Harbor Haven.
New Cars
Jim Croft announced that he has a 1941' Willie. Don't know what kind of condition it's in or if it's a kit!! Find out about it, call and ask Jim!!! His phone no. is in the Roster.
Car Fines
According to Jim's report there were plenty cars that stayed in the garage last month. Remember if you don't drive your club/classic/antique vehicle you have to pay a buck! As they say "the buck stops here"!!!


Treasurer's Report for April 2010 - Jim Rairigh


START             $ 6451.89
Intake:
Roster                 5.00
Car Fines             20.00
Dues                  75.00
50/50                120.00


Exhaust:
Post Master, P.O. Box 44.00
Secretary of State    10.00
FINISH            $ 6617.89


It was moved and seconded to except report as given.


Membership – Duane Dillard
Duane told us there were 160 members in the club. New rosters are available, a free roster for every paid member. Non members will pay $5.00 a copy and if members wish additional copies. Contact Duane to make arrangements to get your copy. 360-675-6866. The Rosters look fantastic! Duane will have rosters at the next meeting in June. Please come and pick up your new roster and save us mail. REMEMBER to contact Duane if you have any change to your email, home address, phone no., etc.
Cruise (Cruz) Committee – Mel Rogers and Dan Terrill
If interested in the motel across the street, Wapato Point Village Inn call 800-771-5300. If you need a form to register for the car show go to www.CruizinChelan.com and print out the registration form, and mail it along with a check as soon as possible, make sure you mention Whidbey Cruzers as they have promised us a reserved space together again. We will be traveling in three groups. Saturday night will be our "Hippie Flower Power" party. Please dress accordingly. Dinner will be provided by the committee and price TBD, last year it was $10. BYOB. Please send us 1 or more photos of you and your spouse, if you like. Photos should be late 60's/early 70's of you in your wonderful hippie or whatever days. Please put your name and year on the back of the photo. They will be protected and returned to you later. Scan it and email it is good too! Send or email photos to Vicki Sullivan or Deanna Rogers. NO BIKERS this year. Call Mountain View Lodge to see if you can be moved up on the waiting list. Saturday will bring a Harley motorcycle stunt team performing and build your Valve Cover Race car NOW. There will be races. Check out the website above for activities and photos from last year's cars. We will be leaving in 3 groups from Flowers Marine on Friday morning June 4. We will have Sunday morning breakfast at the Blueberry Hill Restaurant before heading home.
Sunshine Committee – Brenda Ackley
Card was sent to Carol Reamer for knee surgery, and rec'd a thank you from Rai Terpenning, recently hospitalized and is out and in a wheelchair recuperating. The big sad news is Rick Klemencic had a heart attack and is in Bellingham at St. Josephs'. His condition is serious and day to day, hour to hour. He has had to be defibulated once already. JUDY AND RICK REQUEST ABOLUTELY NO VISITORS OR CALLS UNTIL FUTHER NOTICE, THEY WOULD LIKE TO BE LEFT ALONE. You may send cards to their home. Judy will update us when we need to know. Thank you. Please keep him in your prayers.


Contact Brenda Ackley if you know of someone in need of a little "SUNSHINE" in their lives, at 360-679-8363 or email
brenda.ackley@gmail.com.


Social Committee – Lyla Lillis
Lyla will be out of town the 12-31 of May, if you have an email you want sent to the membership contact Jim Rairigh. There will be a bonfire for Tim Colantoni at the Croft's on May 10 at 5 pm.
Stanwood Cruise to Jimmy's Italian Pizza was a success. Jim Gleeson's birthday bash was great success too!

Surprise 70^th BD Party, May 15, 1 pm – 941 N. Diane Ave. Rolling Hills – Call Lyla if you want to know more or just come. Please bring a chair.
Memorial Day Parade, May 29, Coupeville – 11 AM. Need cars to transport the Pearl Harbor Veterans and dignitaries. Free lunch will be provided after the parade. Sign up with Lyla or Deanna Rogers 360-678-7727.

Friday Creek Campout, May 28-31 – Heads up for this camping weekend, $25 per night. Saturday potluck for all Cruzers at 2 p.m. in the afternoon, bring a dish to share and your chairs. Need payment 2 weeks in advance. POC is Alma Williams 360-675-3956 or Lyla.
Bonfire/Potluck, 40^th Anniversary, at the Lillis's, June 12, 2 pm – Bring a dish/goodie, BYOB, and maybe a chair just in case.

Round the Clock Harbor Haven Poker Run, June 19 – 9:30 am Registration at Tyee Restaurant parking lot. Last stop is VFW on Goldie Rd. Turn in poker hands by 4 pm. Food, fun and music starts at 3 pm. BBQ available for $10 per person, also ribs, mussels, hamburgers, hot dogs, salads and more. Proceeds benefit Harbor Haven for prevention of child abuse and neglect. Contact Mike at 360-632-1513.
Island County Museum Prairie Dog Trail and Poker Run, June 26, 9 am – Fundraiser begins and ends in Coupeville, $25 per car, includes lunch. Contact Deanna Rogers for info at 360-678-7727.
Lunch Cruise to Flounder Bay Restaurant, June 27 – Meet at Flowers Marine at 1:30pm and cruise to restaurant at Anacortes Marina. Lunch will be in the banquet room. You have a choice of prime rib, chicken, salmon, or Alfredo pasta primavera, $18 per person (includes tax and gratuity). If you would like to attend please call 360-240-8924 or email us at storeit@whidbey.net. Give your name(s), number in your party, phone no. and choice of meal. Barb and Lynn Holmes need to know by June 1^st. 40 signed up at the meeting and they need to call with their choice of meal. You may also give this info to Lyla.



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 – Harry Abbott trfj1@urraca.whidbey.net or on paper at the monthly meetings and/or by the Friday following the monthly meeting. Thanks again.
Harry has agreed to report car shows in the vicinity of about 100 mile radius. He mentioned Low Rider Show but didn't get the date. He may tell the membership of car shows happening within the nearest weekend, but I will not list them in the newsletter if they happen before the newsletter is published or on website. See the list in the "Events at a Glance". Contact Harry if you have any question about a show. 360-240-8474.


Technical Advisor – Bruce Biddle
Bruce decided not to give a tech report. You know what he did; he turned it over to Harry Abbott. Harry started talking about Turbo Tabulators, Reciprocating something and Ding alarms? He confused me so much you'll have to ask Harry or better yet get Bruce to explain what the H he was trying to say. It was funny alright!!!


OLD BUSINESS:
1. The Rendezvous, July 31, Jaeger's, 10am – 4 pm. – Vice Pres. Tim Oest took a consensus from the membership about what type of food to have and it was decided to have BBQ catered and potluck from the club members. Neighboring clubs will be invited.

Events Calendar at a Glance

Date Event Location POC
05/15 Surprise Birthday for Bob Reamer
      941 N. Diane Ave Rolling Hills 360-675-2925
05/15 All Corvette Show  Anacortes 360-299-9303
05/16 Open Class Car Show Anacortes 360-299-9303
05/15-16 Monroe Swapmeet Evergreen Fairgrounds 1-800-645-4997
05/23 Spring Fling Custom Car Show Edmonds Nile Golf Course 425-670-0946
05/29 Memorial Day Parade Coupeville 360-678-7727
05/30 Boulevard Park Car Show Bellingham 360-734-1777
05/30-31 Cruz to Colby Everett 425-710-7406
05/28-31 Friday Creek Campout/Potluck Friday Creek 360-675-3956
06/01 Cruzer Potluck/Gen. Mtg O.H. Elks Lodge 360-679-7936
06/4-6 Chelan Car Show Trip Manson/Chelan, WA 360-678-7727
06/13 El Camino/Chevelle Show King Charley's Drive-In Hwy 9 425-355-1037
06/19 Harbor Haven Poker Run Coupeville/VFW Oak Harbor 360-632-1513
06/27 Twin City Idlers Show Stanwood 360-240-8474
06/27 Cruzer Cruise/Lunch Flounder Bay Restaurant 360-240-8924
12/18 Cruzer Christmas Party CPO Club/Bakerview Restaurant 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 and Door Prize Drawings:


50/50 Winner: Bob McConchie $102.00 FIXED!
Bucket Dude was Larry Brewer for last month's winner Jim Haddon
Door prizes are a 5 piece pliers set, 43 piece screwdriver set, massager, oil funnel, bath set, Elvis jigsaw puzzle, thermometer, 6 piece screwdriver set, 8 piece mini tool kit, 6 garage signs, tool box, 18 piece wrench set, ground coffee, 6 car magazines, 3 rubber chickens, mini bird house, and a VHS High School Hell Cats movie. Winners were Byron Baxley, Gary Nienhuis, Greg Speck, Lynn Holmes, Dan Terrill, Stan Grovdahl, Bobbi Cairns, Tim Oest, Jim Croft, Harry Abbott, Don Stultz, Larry Kieger, Judy Biddle, Gail Jaeger, Larry Brewer, and Graham Dell.


FOR THE GOOD OF THE ORDER
1. Cliff Aaker and Sue Carpenter are now Cliff and Sue Aaker. They got married and are on their Honeymoon!!! CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!
2. In Case of an Emergency – If you need information sent out by email fast and Lyla is not available contact Jim Rairigh, he has a full email list in his computer.
3. Ray Southard gave Ted Mann a trophy named "All Wound up and NO Place to Go." It had this big shoe on it, had something to do about a new Toyota Engine and when testing it seems Ted had a lead foot!!!! Ask Ted he'll tell you about it.


Our next meeting is June 1, 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 hilarious adventures. Remember to sign in at the entrance.


HAPPY BIRTHDAY!

JUNE
Virginia Teker   4
Harry Gibson     8
Lloyd Williams   9
Mary Mahoney     9
Larry Brewer     18
Don Barnum       18
Chuck Jaeger     20
Deanna Rogers    21
Tim Colantoni    25
Lynne Lang       26
Chuck Stone      28
Bob Brooks       29
Jim Rairigh      30


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 15^th of the month. I would like to receive committee reports via email


PRESDENT'S CORNER:


Cruzers:


    We went a little long on the meeting this month but a lot of things are happening.  Several new cruises, a bon fire, birthday surprises, just to name a few.  
    I do ask that you keep Cruzer Rick and his family in your prayers for a speedy recovery and return to us.  Please remember their wish for privacy.  
    I am contemplating changing our monthly meetings to weekly meetings.  The reason is to ensure that I get at least one great meal every week.  I just love home cooked pot-luck, GREAT GOODIES.  Thanks to all of you who provide.  If I could cook like that I would never have left home.


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