The Monthly Newsletter of the Capital City Corvette Club. Activities for August

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1 The Monthly Newsletter of the Capital City Corvette Club Activities for August General Membership Meeting August 2 Delhi Café, 4625 Willoughby Road, Holt Social/Dinner - 5:45 pm Meeting - 7:00 pm The Willows at East Lansing Car Show August Coolidge Rd., East Lansing 5:30-7:30 pm Turkeyville Dinner Theatre August /2 Mile Rd., Marshall, MI 4:30-10:30 pm Board Meeting August 16 Delhi Café, 4625 Willoughby Road, Holt Dinner - 5:30 pm Meeting - 6:30 pm 2017 Officers Jerry Wardell President Simon Reiffer Governor/Vice President Deanna Pyle Secretary Mike Britz Treasurer Mike Sprague Competition Director Kara Richardson Newsletter Editor Angela Hyde Membership Director Sally Wardell Points Director Patrick Lickfeldt Public Relations Director Chris Wieczorek Social Director August Birthdays Harold Twining August 6 Scott Lumbert August 9 Dominque Palacio August 21 Howard Hein August 22 Tim Backwood August 28 Ann Voss August 31 Please submit newsletter articles to cccceditor@gmail.com by the 25th of each month. Volume XLVIII Number 8 Chevrolet Trademark(s) used with the written permission of General Motors.

2 Activities Coming Up in 2017 The Willows Car Show August 3, 2017, 5:30-7:30 pm 3500 Coolidge Rd., East Lansing, MI Green Acres Retirement Community Luau August 3, 2017, 5:00-7:00 pm Fulton St., Lowell, MI Turkeyville Dinner Theatre August 5, 2017, 4:30-10:00 pm /2 Mile Rd., Marshall, MI See Event Flyer for Details Darrell s Charity Car Show August 6, 2017, 10:00 am 4:00 pm Darrell s Supermarket and Hardware 4520 W Columbia (corner of Columbia & Aurelius), Mason, MI, $10/vehicle Contact Shirley Grieve (517) Corvettes America All Corvette Show August 12, 2017, 9:00 am 4:00 pm 9306 Dixie Hwy, Clarkston (off I-75) Corvettes at Carlisle August 24 27, 3-day NCCC Judged Car Show and Swap Summer Getaway & Corvette Crossroads August 25-26, 2017, Mackinaw City 28th Annual Corvette Crossroads Car Show Mackinaw City Chamber of Commerce Website End of Summer Cruisin Car Show September 2, 2017, Durand, MI See Event Flyer for Details Corvette FunFest Mid America Motorworks The 4-day event sponsored by Mid America Motor works and located at their Effingham, IL facility is scheduled for September Children s Miracle Network Car Show September 17, 2017 Hosted by CCCC and Shaheen Chevrolet Crown Corvettes Corvettes of Western Ontario Club August 13, 2017 London, Ontario, Canada See Flyer for More Details Back to the Bricks Corvette Reunion Car Show August 19, 2017 See Event Flyer for Details Woodward Dream Cruise August 19, 2017 National Council Corvette Clubs Convention August in Bowling Green, KY. See Flyers for Details Drive, Lap and Dine Mich International Speedway September 26, 2017 Drive on a High Speed Banked Oval Track Corvette Museum Always open. Questions contact Kim Keith, Ambassador Contact Chris Wieczorek if you would like to organize a social event. prz922@aol.com

3 Watermelon Tip How to select a Watermelon Look for uniform shape. Look for a firm, symmetrical watermelon free from bruises, cuts or dents. If the watermelon has any lumps or bumps, this may mean that it received irregular amounts of sunshine or water during growing, causing dryness or inconsistency. Lift it up. The watermelon should be heavy for its size, as this indicates that it is full of water and therefore nice and ripe. Try comparing the weight of your watermelon with another of equal size - the heavier one will be the riper. This advice goes for most fruits and vegetables Look for the field spot. The underside of the watermelon should have a creamy yellow spot, known as the field spot. This is where the melon sat on the ground and ripened in the sun, so the darker it is the better! This one is no wives' tale. If the field spot is white, or even nonexistent, this probably means that the watermelon was picked too soon, and will not be ripe. Inspect the color. A perfect, ripe watermelon should be dark green in color and dull in appearance, rather than shiny. A shiny watermelon will usually be under ripe. Try the knocking technique. The knocking technique can be a little hard to master, but many watermelon fans swear by it. Give the watermelon a firm rap with your knuckles and listen to the sound it makes. For a ripe melon, you want a full sound, more tenor than base. You do not want a dull or deep sound, as this means the watermelon is unripe. Know what to look for when selecting pre-cut melon. If you're purchasing pre-cut watermelon, there are also certain things to look out for. Choose pieces with bright red flesh and dark brown or black seeds. Avoid pieces with white streaks and an abundance of white seeds. You should also steer clear if the flesh looks dried out or mealy, or is separating from the seeds. CORVETTE CROSSROADS August Dave and Anne Voss are hosting this year s event. This is sure to be another great year in Mackinaw City Don t miss out! Contact Dave or Ann at or with any questions. Door Prize donations are needed for our Children's Miracle Network Benefit Car Show. If you have any item(s) to donate, please bring to the Membership Meeting next week, Wednesday, August 2, 2017, or the September Membership meeting, Wednesday, September 6. The Children's Miracle Network & Sparrow Children's Center really appreciates our member s support! Thank You!

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5 Here! I ll show you how it s done! See Duane & Kara s Membership Profile below. Looking forward to getting yours!! CAPITAL CITY CORVETTE CLUB MEMBERSHIP PROFILE Names: Duane & Kara Richardson How you met each other: We went to high school together but started dating at the county fair in the summer of Byron High School and Shiawassee County Fair (Kara I helped him show his FFA pigs I was in 4-H) We still live in our hometown of Byron. Years married or together (specify): Married 32 years on June 29, 1985 (Age 19 and 20) Children: We have 3 sons, Zack, 28, Drew, 26, Nate 24 and 1 daughter-in-law, 2 girlfriends of sons, 2 grandchildren (twins on the way) Pets: We have no pets of our own, but currently have many living with us while our children get their living arrangements situated. (1 pig, 4 dogs, 2 ferrets, 8 chickens, 1 bearded dragon, 1 fish) Occupations: Duane is getting ready to begin his 30 th year of teaching middle school math at Howell Public Schools. He enjoys construction and maintenance work with his brother during the summer and whenever he has time. He recently gave up coaching High School Football and Baseball, but still answers to Coach. Kara is an office assistant at Michigan State University for University Advancement in Spartan Stadium. Hobbies: Duane enjoys hunting and fishing, while Kara plays roller derby and line dances. Together we enjoy shooting bows and finding new adventures in Michigan. (This summer we have done the Total Archer Challenge at Boyne Mountain and competed in the Warrior Dash in Mt Morris. Heading to Turnip Rock, Port Austin in Kayaks this weekend.) We spent many summers playing co-ed softball together. Other organizations you belong to: Kara is vice president of the Mid Michigan Derby Girls. About your Corvette and how long you have owned it: We have a 1997 Torch Red Coupe that we purchased in It is the daily driver for Kara during the non-snow months in Michigan. (Kara It makes driving to work a joy each day.) How did you hear about CCCC? Kara I started looking for a club to join after stopping at the Corvette Museum last summer. I could tell from your website that you were a club that was very active and had its act together. I also noticed that your Membership Director had just started working in my department at work! So, I tracked Angela down. How long have you been in the club? We joined in August Club Offices held/holding: Kara is currently the 2017 Newsletter Editor (I don t know how not to get involved.) Are there any experiences with CCCC that you d like to share? We have has so many great experiences with CCCC in such a short time. Our first adventure with the club brought us to Mackinaw City for our very first car show, so of course we met Simon and Gloria first. We took a day trip to the falls with Bob & Shalimar, Dar & Sheila, and Randy & Carol that was a lot of fun. We also met so many other wonderful members on that trip. Our most recent experience was Spartan Speedway last weekend, which was a blast! Thank you so much, Mike, for showing Kara the ropes and giving Duane the ride of his life. Thank you everyone who worked to make that an awesome event this year.

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10 NATIONAL CORVETTE CONVENTION INFO Nightly Events for Convention, 2017 Sunday night- August We welcome each of you with our Nashville band the Soul Searchers. Great band that will play from 7 to 10. Monday night- August This night belongs to our top 15 competitors and top 15 clubs. Please dress in business casual or your Sunday go to meeting clothes. Banquet time will be announced later. Tuesday-August This will be our hoe down night. There will be a contest for the best dressed hoe down lady and best dressed hoe down man. Our entertainment from 7 to 10 will be Tom and Friends. Many of these played in George Jones Band. Dress your country! Wednesday-August What can you say it s boots, bowties and bourbon. Again, prizes for the best bowtie ladies and boots and best bowtie men and boots. This evenings entertainment will be Disorderly Conduct. This is a favorite local band made up of some of our disorderly officials of Bowling Green. Music will be from 7 to 10. Thursday-August Our D.J. will be spinning music from old blue eyes, Elvis, Dean-O and of course some Temptations. We won t forget Michael Jackson either. Put on your dancing shoes and who knows, maybe you might see a Governor moon walk. The D.J. will start spinning at 7 and finish up at 10. Friday-August The National Awards Banquet is our final night. This should speak for itself. Pull out those Sunday go to meeting clothes again. Banquet will begin at 6:00 and end?????

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12 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES CAPITAL CITY CORVETTE CLUB GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES OF JULY 5, 2017 PRESIDENT: Jerry Wardell called the meeting to order at 6:58. We were pleased to have four guests attend the meeting: Marge Van Dyke who drives a 2015 Crystal Red Corvette, Steve and Melinda James who drive a 1978 Corvette, and Jim Kelly, who drives a 2004 Corvette. BOARD MEMBER REPORTS: V/P GOVERNOR: Simon Reiffer reported there would be a Region Meeting on July 18 th at LaSenorita and suggested members check the website for upcoming events. SECRETARY: Deanna Pyle announced the June minutes need to be amended for corrections. Bob Pyle motioned to accept the minutes as amended, Dave Pursel seconded. Motion carried. TREASURER: Mike Britz said the books are balanced. COMPETITION DIRECTOR: Mike Sprague reported on the progress for the Autocross event. Saturday is the first day and our club will do set up and Jackson Club will tear down on Sunday, but we all help on both days. He advised those who observe and work should all be aware of their surroundings in regards to sitting on the course. The menu was briefly discussed and Mike advised that we are in competition with a 14 event weekend in Indiana at Grissom. EDITOR: Kara Richardson requested that all articles and submissions for the newsletter be submitted before the 25 th of the month. MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR: Angela Hyde reported we have 106 members, 2 Honorary members, and 37 FCOA. Contact her for a recommendation of where to purchase helmets for Autocross racing. POINTS DIRECTOR: Sally Wardell reported points were up to date.. PR DIRECTOR: Patrick Lickfeldt was absent. SOCIAL DIRECTOR: Chris Wieczorek reported the Lowell Green Acres invited us for a Classic Car Show and Hawaiian Luau. The Turkeyville dinner and show is scheduled for August 5 th, and all monies need to be in to Sandy Bechtel by July 5 th. Sunday, August 6 th is Darrell s Car Show and it is $10. Corvette Crossroads is in August and may be an overnight, with breakfast and car show; hotel information available soon. Dave and Ann Voss are hosting the 28 th annual Mackinac City weekend on August 24 th. Childrens Miracle Network car show is scheduled for Septembern17th and the large door prize will probably be a 55 inch TV. MIS is offering a racing event September 26 th at 5 laps for $30 and 7 are registered. Rich Shatkosky is offering a Carry and Conceal class and will have flyers and sign-up sheets available at the next meeting. Chris will start listing our events and event invitations, as they are so numerous.

13 GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING MINUTES continued Appointed Officer Reports: CHAPLAIN: Ward Harris was absent. HEARTS AND FLOWERS: Janet Lintretra was absent. HISTORIAN: Sue Keith had no report. NCM AMBASSADOR: Kim Keith advised a Corvette Celebration is being held at the Museum August 31 st to September 2 nd and admission is $10. The plant is closed to visitors and not sure when it will reopen. PHOTOGRAPHER: Fred Darin had no report. QUARTERMASTER: Craig Iansiti had no report. SERGEANT AT ARMS: Bob Pyle had no report WEBMASTER: Gloria Reiffer has been updating the website with pics from Blessing of the Vettes and the Jackson Rose Parade. PAST PRESIDENT: Dave Pursel had no report. Committee Reports: The Regional Banquet committee continues to investigate additional options. The 60 th Anniversary committee is still looking for past members and exploring activities for the event. By-Laws Update Report: Bob Pyle reported the wording as approved by the board. No members had questions. Marty Latschaw moved to accept, Tom Wieczorek seconded; motion carried. NEW BUSINESS: Simon Reiffer reported on the Corvette that was for sale from Herb Schultz and recommended the Back to the Bricks show. OLD BUSINESS: No reports. Sandy Bechtel was the winner of $55 from the 50/50. Bob Pyle motioned to adjourn, Sue Keith seconded. Meeting adjourned at 8:27. Corvette Crossroads & Summer Getaway August 24-27, 2016 Photos by Gloria Reiffer

14 BOARD MEETING MINUTES CAPITAL CITY CORVETTE CLUB BOARD MEETING MINUTES OF July 19, 2017 PRESIDENT: Jerry Wardell called the meeting to order at 6:30 BOARD MEMBER REPORTS: V/P GOVERNOR: Simon Reiffer was absent. SECRETARY: Deanna Pyle reported that the June minutes were approved via and asked that they be accepted. Mike Britz moved, Chris Wieczorek seconded; motion passed. TREASURER: Mike Britz had no report; books are balanced. COMPETITION DIRECTOR: Mike Sprague was absent. EDITOR: Kara Richardson was absent. MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR: Angela Hyde reported we have 106 members, 2 Honorary members, and 37 FCOA. POINTS DIRECTOR: Sally Wardell was absent, but Jerry Wardell reported the points were up to date. PR DIRECTOR: Patrick Lickfeldt was absent. SOCIAL DIRECTOR: Chris Wieczorek reported that the trophies have been ordered for the Childrens Miracle Network. She said they are looking at having two food trucks at the show and volunteers may get a free lunch. The registration table has been taken care of and dash plaques are on order. They are currently working on getting a deejay and WITL will be at the show. Flyers are currently being designed and the projection is that there will be 300 cars in attendance. Appointed Officer Reports: CHAPLAIN: Ward Harris was absent. HEARTS AND FLOWERS: Janet Lintrenta reported that cards were up to date. HISTORIAN: Sue Keith was absent. NCM AMBASSADOR: Kim Keith was absent. PHOTOGRAPHER: Fred Darrin was absent. QUARTERMASTER: Craig Iansiti was absent. SERGEANT AT ARMS: Bob Pyle had no report. WEBMASTER: Gloria Reiffer was absent. PAST PRESIDENT: Dave Pursel was absent.

15 BOARD MEETING MINUTES continued NEW BUSINESS: Jerry Wardell received a request that a proposal for the regional banquet be submitted immediately for the Governor s approval. Chris reported that she had outlined the proposal which would include holding the banquet at Shaheen s community room on March 31 st from 1-4 pm. The catered event would cost $15.20 per plate. However, with desserts, tables, linens and extra beverages, she was projecting a cost of $25 per person. Deanna Pyle motioned to accept the submission of the proposal, Mike Britz seconded; motion passed. The by-laws were passed and Deanna, as Secretary, was named to type in the new changes. Jerry would forward a copy of the by-laws that would enable editing. OLD BUSINESS: Updates on the Autocross event at Spartan Speedway were offered by both Deanna and Bob Pyle. Food, set up and the availability of volunteers were discussed. Deanna suggested a list of what is typically available in the trailer be made available to board members to aid planners of any upcoming and similar events. Meeting adjourned at 7: 16 Jackson Rose Festival Parade June 4, 2017 Photos by Gloria Reiffer

16 June 3, 2017 Photos by Gloria Reiffer

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18 Dealership Contacts: Ben Behnke - Sales\Club Contact (517) Dan Williams - Service Advisor Ralph Shaheen - President Jason Cords - General Manager Tom Hernly - Service Manager Kevin Simpson - Event Coordinator Tom Dyes - Collision Center Manager (517) Main Number 632 American Rd Lansing, MI CAPITAL CITY CORVETTE CLUB SPONSORS The individuals/businesses listed in this newsletter help to support Capital City Corvette Club. *Please consider them when making purchases.

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