Pierce County Mustang Club. Pony News. Presidents Message November 2011

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1 November 2011 Pierce County Mustang Club Pony News President s Corner 2011 Executive Committee President Paul Nee (253) Vice President Joanie Nordlund (253) Secretary Charlene Rivera (360) Treasurer /Membership Nancy Freeman (253) Directors Jerry Murphy (253) Sandra Smith Matt Sparkmon (253) Dennis Willert (253) Past President Rachel Lanigan (253) Show Chairperson Jerry Murphy (253) MCA club rep Robert King king_concannon@yahoo.com Inside this issue: President s Corner 1-2 Minutes 3-4 Mustang of the Month 5 Membership Page 6 Recipe 8 Presidents Message November 2011 Well another year is drawing to a close but there are still several club events planned to end 2011 with. First of all we will be participating in the annual Christmas Parade in Olympia. This is an afternoon affair and we can decorate our cars if we want and throw candy to the throngs of children along the route. This will be Sunday, November 27 th and we will be meeting at the 512 park-n-ride McDonalds to caravan down to Olympia at 1:15pm. Also in the month of December we will be participating in the PCMC 2011 President Paul Nee annual Sumner & Puyallup Santa Parades and later the same evening, making our annual tour of Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Lake Park. These two events happen on December 3 rd, and enough time has been allotted for those in the parades to meet up with the rest of the members who are just going to do pizza and the Fantasy Lights drive. Lastly is the annual Holiday gathering which is always a great time. This will be Saturday December 10 th and will be where we will have a gift exchange and provide a donation to our charity. Remember at any of the above mentioned events we will be collecting toys and gifts for those in our community who are less fortunate than ourselves and help them through these tuff times. (Please see the fliers elsewhere in this newsletter) Remember to vote! In this newsletter you will find a ballot for next year s Officers and Directors. These fine folks have stepped up to help shepherd PCMC through 2012 and your vote will decide on the races where there are more candidates than seats. You can either mail your ballot to the PCMC address or better yet, attend the November General meeting and cast your ballot there. Also remember to cast your ballot on the issues and candidates in the public sector. Democracy is one right that we as Americans need to practice and participate in whether in a club or as citizens to guide our future. Upcoming cruises and events Continued on page 2 Election Ballot 15

2 President s Message Continued Continued from page 1 At this year s car show we had some problems with our very old amplifier and the generator that been donated to the club. Because of the great work of many PCMC members, we had the largest turnout ever and as such we ended up in good fiscal shape to buy both a new digital amplifier and generator. Jerry Murphy searched out and found the amp from a vendor in Oregon who gave use a great deal and an extended warranty. Bryan Zimbelman researched the generator products on the market and after two months, found a great deal on a unit that will provide us with all the power we ll need to power the show and any other club functions were we need our own power. He also got a complete two year extended warranty on the generator for an extra $60. A great job was done by all involved in making these purchases possible and in the spirit of frugalness came in under the amount approved for the combined purchases. In closing, PCMC has been providing convertible Mustangs for the Daffodil Parade in all four cities that this annual icon of Pierce County travels through. This year s parade committee has asked if we could provide up to 25 or so convertibles if they decide to have the principal and the teacher of year from each high school ride in each car. This idea is just in the discussion phase as of now but I want to get an idea of how many members that have convertibles would like to help out. We will also be providing a couple of convertibles for VIPs and a special unit of other Mustangs that their owners want to show off to the masses. I will have more information in the next couple of months, so stay tuned. The Daffodil Festival and PCMC over the last few years have formed a fantastic partnership where both organizations are afforded several opportunities to work together to promote each other and provide support for our collective communities and events. Have a great Thanksgiving with family and friends, Paul Page 2

3 PCMC Meeting Minutes General Meeting Call to Order Paul Nee Motion to Approve Sept 2011 Minutes as printed in the Pony News 1 st Pete Freeman, 2 nd Jerry Murphy, Membership Accept & Approved Membership Report Nancy Freeman 100 Memberships Merchandize available for sale see Nancy Treasure s Report Nancy Freeman Car Show N/A Club - Revenue membership, monthly raffle, pennants Expenses printing, postage, bank charges, membership envelopes, trophies from Korum Mini Show, pins, misc 1 st Joanie Nordlund, 2 nd Jerry Murphy, Membership Accept & Approved MCA Representative s Report MCA Regional Director Robert King Not at meeting MCA Board Member- Bob Frender From the MCA Board Meeting - Lots of MCA members voted. Results; voted down having the Grand Nationals in the same place for 5 years, Wounded Warrior was voted as the charity of the year, possibility the Mustang Times magazine on line to help bring down the cost of MCA membership dues, Regional Representatives set some goals for next year, Bob was re elected. (Congratulations). Old Business Harvest Cruise Joanie Nordlund Lots of coats, gloves & scarves, misc food, & misc items donated to Sweet Willie s. Mustang in the Park Joanie Nordlund PCMC received Club participation award and a check for $100 to donate to Sweet Willie s, Matt Sparkmon received the Patriot s Award, fun day. Elections Nominations for all positions are still available, if you are interested in running please let a current board member know, elections are held at the November General Meeting, you can vote at the meeting or by mail by using the ballot that will be in the Pony News, currently running are Missy Willert, President, Rachel Lanigan Vice- President, Matt Sparkmon, Treasurer, & Charlene Rivera, Board Positions Joanie Nordlund, Crystal Hernandez, Mike Lanigan, & Dennis Willert. Remember only 1 vote per membership. Committee meetings are open for everyone. Jerry Murphy volunteer to be Car Show Chair for AMP Jerry Murphy Has been purchased with a 4 year extend warranty Generator No new info at this time. New Business Sweet Willie s Joanie Nordlund Sally and Willie are doing well health wise, they will no longer be putting together Thanksgiving or Christmas Baskets, they are still working with the homeless children still need the money, personal items & food but not the toys. PCMC needs to find a charity that needs the toys we collect during our toy drive if any members know of a local charity in need, please let a board member know. PCMC may need to find a new local charity - needs to be 501(C) (3) if members have any suggestion please give the info to a board member possible ideas were low income JBLM, Incapacitated Adults in Washington State, organizations providing emergency housing, food banks. Olympia Santa Parade November 27 if Olympia, no lights but you do need to decorated your Mustang, bring candy to throw, meet at McDonald 512 & I-5 1:15 pm leaving at 1:30, parade starts at 3pm for more info see Rachel Lanigan. Page 3

4 PCMC Meeting Minutes Cont d Sumner & Puyallup Parades Dec 3 rd See Paul Nee for more info, need to have lights on Mustang, need copy of insurance and driver s license. Fantasy Lights Missy Willert Dec 3 rd, 7pm at Godfather s in Spanaway for no host dinner, leaving there about 8pm. Toy Drive, purchase advance tickets for $9 per vehicle at the November General Meeting or on your own for $13 per vehicle, see flyer for more info. Holiday Potluck Charlene Rivera December 10 th, 5pm to the Puyallup Activity Center on Pioneer; please bring a side dish to share no desserts please. PCMC will provide ham, turkey, dessert, punch, coffee & Fun. Bring an unwrapped toy for the toy drive (optional), Gift Exchange Game($15) if you wish to play please bring a wrapped gift for each person planning on playing the game, if you have children please bring a wrapped gift for them to open, for more info see the flyer. Mustang of the Month Stacey Mellinger and her 92 Foxy Fox Grey Convertible Congrats!!! Motion to Adjourn 1 st Crystal Hernandez, 2 nd Dennis Willert Submitted by Charlene Rivera Mission Statement To promote a better understanding and stronger fellowship in the preservation and maintenance of all Mustang and Shelby automobiles. CLUB MERCHANDISE PCMC Ball Cap $12.00 PCMC Car Antenna Pennant $7.50 PCMC Lapel/Cap Pin $4.00 (stick or magnetic) Items can be purchased by mail, please add an extra $1.50 for each cap or pennants to cover cost of mailing. OR Stop by a meeting to save the extra cost and visit with friends. Page 4

5 Mustang of the Month Stacey Mellinger Foxy Fox 92 grey Convertible. After several years of failed attempts to purchase my dad s 95 Mustang Cobra, he tossed me and my sister, Kristi, the keys to his newest toy, a 90 LX 7-Up Convertible. It was the first warm sunny day of spring so we all piled in and hit Thurston County s finest back roads. I was the first in the driver s seat. Since I was already on a deferral for a speeding ticket, I decided to play it cool despite the ribbing I received from the other passengers. Kristi mentioned that if she was going to risk a ticket, she would make it worth it and about 15 minutes later she took the wheel. She had a bit of fun fish-tailing thru downtown Tenino, but my dad advised her to take the horseplay outside of the city limits. We were stuck behind a slow poke heading out of town and with dad always being full of good advice said, Now put it in second and HIT it! We blew by the slow poke doing about 90 and then we saw him, The officer caught up to us and asked us where we were going, but all of us including the officer had difficulty keeping a straight face. He knew exactly what we were up to 5.0L + sunshine + convertible = BIG trouble. Kristi got a talking to as did my dad for allowing her to drive as she was. When the officer realized we had nothing to say and were patiently waiting for him to leave so we could have a good laugh, he wrote her out the ticket. We all had such a good time that day that I quickly became a 5.0L fox body fan I had to have one. When dad declined to sell me his 7-Up, I decided to get my own. I purchased foxyfox in July 2010 and joined PCMC shortly thereafter. I ve had a blast with new friends and to this day, I still ask Kristi Was it worth it??? Page 4

6 Membership Page When at meetings or cruises take a moment to look around for an unfamiliar face or even a familiar face but you can't remember their name and say hello. The club is more than what Mustang we own...it s the people! The Pierce County Mustang Club is open to any person or family interested in the PCMC Purpose. All Ford cars are welcome. Ownership is not required Enthusiasm is!!! Dues:$25 per year Membership dues are payable in January of each year. New Membership is prorated according to the month joined. Please keep Daniel Strauch In your thoughts and prayers While he is serving in Afghanistan. Wishing all PCMC members and PCMC sponsors a bountiful Thanksgiving. September roster lists 100 Members 68 Renewals and 22 new members, 2 Honorary members and 8 Lifetime members. Many thanks to those who renewed, our lifetime members and again welcome to our new members. Page 6

7 PCMC Raffle Update October General Meeting Raffle The raffle made $77.00; items purchased totaled $12.99, giving the club a profit of $ Thank you to Jerry Murphy, Pete & Nancy Freeman and Mike Lanigan for donating items this month. Sweet Willie s received food and cash donations of $ To date Sweet Willie s has received $ from the General Meeting, $ from Cruises, $100 for Club Participation Award and $14.50 from a general donation. Hygiene items are just as essential as food to families who cannot afford such items. Sweet Willie s is also helping with kids that are living on the street by taking the money that you donate at the meetings and turning into food gift cards. Sweet Willie s Family Support A portion of the club s annual car show proceeds go to support: Sweet Willie s Family Support Please feel free to bring a Non-Perishable Food Donation or personal hygiene item to any meeting. Willie and Sally Carson willie.carson@comcast.net Page 7

8 Recipe Corner November is National Peanut Butter Lover s Month Beef Kabobs with Peanut Sauce 1 pound beef fillet cut into 1 inch cubes 2 teaspoons curry powder 2 teaspoons dark sesame oil 1 tablespoon lime juice 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons light brown sugar 1 teaspoon chili powder 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 tablespoon soy sauce 1/2 small onion, grated 1 cup coconut milk 8 tablespoons crunchy peanut butter Mix curry powder, sesame oil, lime juice, 1 tbsp of the light brown sugar, 1/2 tsp of the chili powder, and 1tbsp of the soy sauce in a bowl. Add in the beef cubes and toss to evenly coat beef. Cover and leave in fridge to marinate from 30 minutes to overnight. Just before you are ready to cook the beef, mix the remaining 1/2 tsp chili powder, 1/2 tsp soy sauce, 2 tsp brown sugar, onion, coconut milk and peanut butter in saucepan. Stir the sauce frequently over medium heat until simmering. Cover and remove from heat, but keep warm. Thread beef cubes on skewers that have soaked in water. Broil or grill kabobs. Serve with peanut dipping sauce. Page 8

9 Calendar of Upcoming Meetings November 1st Executive Meeting 15th General Meeting December 6th Executive Meeting No General Meeting The deadline for Newsletter Contributions are the 28th of each month. Board Meeting 1st Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm General Meeting 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00pm Korum Ford 100 River Road Puyallup, WA In the upstairs conference room No food available except coffee and snack bar in the gift shop. PCMC is a regional Club of the Mustang Club of America Calendar of Upcoming PCMC Events and Other Mustang Events 2011 EVENTS & SHOWS PCMC EVENTS December 3 rd Santa Parade, 1pm, Sumner/Puyallup, Paul December 3rd Fantasy Lights, 7pm, Godfathers Pizza, Spanaway, Missy December 10 Holiday Potluck Gathering, 5pmCommunity Center, Puyallup, Charlene Page 9

10 2010 Mustang Club of America President's Award CONGRATIONALS TO PCMC! We have again received the MCA President s Award. To receive this award a MCA Regional Club has to meet certain criteria which then is translated into a point system of at least 100 points. Some of the criteria for 2010 included: new MCA members from the club, MCA judges, participation in parades, a monthly newsletter, sponsor a local charity, a regional club car show, and cruises. Although called the President's Award current and former leaders will tell you it takes the help of everyone in the club to meet the requirements. We are starting to add up our 2011 points and it looks we will qualify again. Well done members and leadership. Photobucket Make sure to upload your pictures from PCMC events and car shows to show everyone what a great time we have when we gather. Want to be sure you know about club activities? Be sure that Nancy Freeman has your current info. Contact Nancy at or drop her a line at pnredride@msn.com, with any changes. From the Zig Zigler s Little Book of Big Quotes : The more you express gratitude for what you have the more you will have to express gratitude for. Page 10

11 Harvest Cruise The Harvest Cruise, coordinated by Bob and Diana Croxen, found 18 Mustangs, including one bravely cruising with its top down, traveling the back roads toward our final stop in Yelm. One thing about having to slowly work your way through the traffic on Meridian is there is plenty of time for other drivers to check out your pony. Then the herd regrouped and continued on enjoying the wonderful fall colors and country scenery. Once in Yelm we filled the parking lot and restaurant at Road Runner Express to the brim. Between the cruise and items brought to the following club meeting the club was able to present Sweet Willie's with 25 warm winter coats, bags of hats, gloves and sweatshirts. Plus lots of food items. As always the members of PCMC can be counted for their generosity. Page 11

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13 Olympia Holiday Parade Sunday November 27 th, 2011 We will meet at the McDonald s at the end of 512. Drivers meeting will be at 1:15pm and we will be leaving at 1:30pm. You are allowed to decorate your Mustang in any way you would like. Please no Santa outfits, hats are ok. The rules have changed so absolutely NO revving your engines, burn outs or tire spinning during the parade. You are still allowed to throw out candy to the children This event will happen rain or shine! Page 13

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15 2011 PIERCE COUNTY MUSTANG CLUB OFFICIAL ELECTION BALLOT Per the PCMC By-Laws, one ballot vote per family membership. Place an X in the box in front of the appropriate name or write in a name on the line provided PRESIDENT Missy Willert VICE PRESIDENT Rachel Lanigan Justin O Daniel BOARD MEMBERS (vote for 4) Joanie Nordlund Crystal Hernandez Mike Lanigan Dennis Willert SECRETARY Charlene Rivera TREASURER/MEMBERSHIP Matt Sparkmon Linda Yokes Renea Merwin Kristi Pope Return your ballot to the November 15th Club Meeting or Print this ballot and mail for receipt by November 15th to: PCMC PO Box Tacoma, WA The following individuals have volunteered for these non-elected positions, and with the exception of the Immediate Past President, the positions are not part of the Executive Committee. Immediate Past President: Paul Nee MCA Regional Director: Nancy Freeman Newsletter Editor: Renea Merwin Webmaster: Dan Alpert Club Meeting Raffles: Mike & Rachel Lanigan Car Show Chair: Jerry Murphy Shed Manager: Pete Freeman

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17 100 River Road Puyallup Washington P O Box Tacoma, WA Official Newsletter of the Pierce County Mustang club Next Club Meeting at Korum Ford Tuesday November 15th :00pm