BETTER VETTER
LETTER
MASON DIXON
CORVETTE CLUB
“Sponsored
by Buchanan Automotive”
July 2010
OFFICERS
Steve Smith President (717) 328-3655
Greg Warren Vice President (717) 765-0594
Dick Bender Treasurer (717) 532-8433
Mary Warren Secretary (717) 765-0594
Bob Laughlin
Newsletter Editor (717) 597-2429
Ralph Helman Member-at-large (717)
597-9687
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CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Monday August
9, 2010 Greenvillage
Restaurant,
Chambersburg, PA
ATTENDANCE: Fred Adams, Robert Barnhart, Bonnie & Dick Bender, Jeff Bishop, Denny & Parker Burns, Ron Flegel, Ralph & Peggi Helman, Jack Irby, Bob Jones, Herb & Judy Kopsch, Tom Martin, Richard Miller, Mike & Lisa Myers, David Newcomer, Ken Novinger, Lynn Novinger, Chris & Joan Rauschenberger, Greg Rock, Bob & Suzy Sease, Charles Silverstein, Rudy Slifer, Steve & Bobbie Smith, Greg & Mary Warren
The July meeting of the Mason Dixon Corvette Club was held on July 12, 2010 at Tony’s Pizza, Hagerstown, MD. President Steve Smith called the meeting to order and welcomed all club members. Members went around and introduced themselves to each other.
On a motion made by Suzy Sease and 2nd by Jack Irby the April minutes were accepted.
Treasurer’s report was read by Dick Bender and on a motion made by Herb Kopsch and 2nd by Tom Martin, the report was accepted.
PLEASE SEND ALL ADDRESS, TELEPHONE & E- MAIL ADDRESS
UPDATES TO THE SECRETARY.
GOVERNOR REPORT : Steve Smith reported in the
absence of Jay Gift about the Ocean City trip, which is scheduled for the
October 16th weekend. More information to come at future meetings.
OLD BUSINESS:
· Steve Smith asked club members if they attended any local car shows this past weekend. No one in the club reported that they did.
- Steve reported that the clubs picnic was held this past weekend at Dickie and Bonnie Benders home. Great weather, great food, great fellowship and great hospitality from the Benders. Approximately 58 people attended this event. Steve and the club members thanked the Benders with a round of applause.
· Herb Kopsch reported on the new club banner. Originally Advanced Graphics quoted a price for an 8 x 3 banner for $179.00. At our June meeting it was decided to go with a 6 x 3 banner so Herb had the company produce this banner. Bob Laughlin supplied the logo to the company. The first banner the company produced they forgot to add the stitched pocket and the wording “established” was spelled out, which our club only wanted it abbreviated as “est.” So, the company apologized and made another banner with the stitched pocket and corrected lettering. The company offered the first banner to Herb at a discount so the total cost of two banners was $154.48. Herb and Ralph Helman held up both banners to show to the club members. The members were very happy with both banners. Good Job Herb! The banners are now in the possession of Ralph Helman, our member at large. Anyone interested in using the banner for club purposes, please contact Ralph.
- Dickie had the following items for sale:
Club ball caps and visors - $10.00
GM Motorama Book - $20.00
Corvette Factory Books - $25.00
If any member is interested in purchasing any of these items, please contact Dickie.
NEW BUSINESS
- Ken Novinger reported on the Fall Cruise – Grape Stomping Festival and New River Gorge Cruise, September 17 – 19. This cruise is a joint participation with Cumberland Valley Corvette Club and our club. Departing Friday, September 17th from Pilot Truck Stop in Maryland on Interstate 81, Exit 5B at 1:00 PM. Below is a brief description of the many events available at the Wine Festival on Saturday.
10:00 Corvette Car Show
10:30 High Mountain Bluegrass
11:30 Cactus Kickers
12:30 Mark IV featuring Stephanie Moore
1:30 Highland Trace Cloggers
2:30 Hillbilly Stompers
3:30 Mark IV
4:30 Hillbilly Stompers
5:30 High Mountain Bluegrass
11:00 / 2:00 / 5:00 Stomp Grapes all day in the grape pit
Crafters: Basket Weaver, Hand Weaving, Miniature Log House Builder, Mountain Rifle Man, Chain Saw Carver, Quilts, Art Painting, Lotions, Candles, Osborne Farms with local food products and Jewelry.
Ken has 20 rooms blocked until August 31st at the Hampton Inn in Summersville, WV. Rate - $76.50 per night. To book a room call 304-872-7100 and mention the Corvette Club. After you make your reservations, please call Ken at 304-279-1555 to let him know.
- Steve mentioned the upcoming M & S Cycles show. Ron Yaukey was not at the meeting to ask for details. Will discuss at August meeting.
- Steve reported that Greg Rock is on the Greencastle Old Home Week committee and our club was asked if we are interested in participating in the 37th Triennial Old Home Week Parade. The parade is Thursday, August 5th @ 6:30 pm. Steve has received the application and the due date to submit the application is July 22. Steve wants a commitment from 10 club members or we will not participate. He mentioned this would be a good advertising opportunity for our club.
· Steve asked Tom Martin about the Mont Alto Fire Department Corvette show on October 9. The show is a Seafood Festival & Corvette Show on that Saturday. Registration is from 2:30 pm – 4:00 pm. Judging and Show is from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm. Pre-registration is $10 and registration the day of the show is $15.
· Also Tom mentioned the Marion Fire Company Classic Car, Truck & Motorcycle Show on Sunday, August 1 at the Marion Festival Grounds. Time is 10:00 am – 3:00 pm. Registration is 10:00 am – 12:00 pm. Judging will begin at Noon.
· Steve said that he was looking at the upcoming Fall schedule and we have some things scheduled (Fall Cruise, M & S Cycles Show, Ocean City) but would like any other club ideas for this time of year. Asking club members to think about it and let him know. Fall is one of the best times of the year for our events.
· Steve stated that before our August meeting that someone in our club will be celebrating his 92nd birthday on July 31st. Our very own Fred Adams. Steve said that Fred is one of the, if not the only, oldest active Corvette member in the country.
Happy 92nd Fred!
· Steve talked about donating to a charitable cause. He asked Tom Martin on what ideas he and Cal Farrar had come up with. Tom reported that he has contacted a Fire Department to try to help us find the most needed persons/family/small group that we could help. Was thinking to help during the Christmas holiday by donating a tree, presents, etc to this family/group. Once he gets more information he will let us know at a future meeting.
SPONSOR’S COMMENT: No Report
· 50/50 of $21.50 was won by Ron Flegel.
· On a motion made by Lisa Myers and 2nd by Bonnie Bender the July meeting was
adjourned at 8:10 PM
Respectfully Submitted,
Mary L. Warren
Secretary
Bob’s
Vette Corner
1979 Corvette Coupe
All original minus
new engine – less than 3,000 miles on new engine (350 HP – V8 have paperwork on
new engine – currently under 3 year / 100,000 mile warranty I will need to
check if that transfers to a new owner) Light Beige, Doe Skin Interior,
Automatic Windows/Locks,
Cruise Control, AC,
Tape Player. Normal wear in original paint for 30 year old car. t-tops w/
leather holders. Asking - $12,000 – negotiable.
Contact through Rick and Deb Kohler 717-259-0520
If you have any interesting information contact Bob Laughlin at 717-597-2429
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