Brian Bernard Black

Our good friend and member Brian Black passed away this week.  Many of us attended the visitation and funeral service at Wesley United Church on Thursday May 1, 2014.  Brian had a passion for music and we were often entertained at meetings or tours when he could be convinced to get out his guitar and sing any number of old-time songs.  He and Ellen were regulars on tours with their pristine Ford Fairlane until recent years.  The club members had the honour of forming a cortege of vintage vehicles on a beautiful sunny Monday June 9th, accompanying the hearse and family cars to St. Patrick's Church Cemetery on the hill in Stafford.  The interment was in the shade of a tall Maple in the location of Brian's parents' and grandparents' grave sites.

President's Page - May 2014

April Showers, please bring May flowers!      

Many of us enjoyed the change to Dinenamics for our April meeting, the ambiance, the menu choices and excellent service. It was agreed that we return here for the May meeting and May being our first “driving month” we are hopeful that our nice vehicles will fill the parking lot on May 7th.  Surely to goodness we will have suitable spring conditions by then!

Membership renewal for 2014 is pretty well complete and we have the prospect of a new member with Bonnie Fynn who was invited to be our guest at the April meeting.  She has indicated her interest in becoming an ACCP member and is proud of her father’s Buchanan family 1929 Graham-Paige.  It will be a nice addition to roster of special automobiles.  On that note, Wendy updates the membership list each year and depends on your information to add or remove vehicles that you own.  There are a number of changes that have occurred over the past year.  If you have changes to be recorded, please prepare a list that duly describes your fleet with make, model and year of your vehicles.

An invitation has been received from organizers at Carefor.  They are planning an antique & classic car show and swap on June 20^th from 1:00 pm until 8:00 pm. The regular $10.00 registration fee will be halved to $5.00 for ACCP members. (Here’s where our membership card works for us).  As well, the ACCP will be given one free vendor spot at the event. If you need a table, one can be rented for $ 10.00. The Antique Car Tunes have been asked to play at this for a while as well and Neil will be organizing this part of our participation.  Neil is visiting rehab to get his guitar-picking arm back in action after some surgery to his shoulder.  It’s good to have you back Neil!

For those of you who read the Renfrew Mercury, you will be familiar with Valley author Mary Cook whos columns appear there regularly.  They are delightful reminiscences of the Depression Years as experienced at her homestead farm at Northcote along the Bonnechere River between Renfrew and Douglas.  We have been in conversation with Mary and she is pleased to let us reprint her weekly essays in the Flying Quail.

So needless to say, we’re all looking forward to some of those lazy hazy days of summer.  It can’t come too soon.  

We’ll see you all at our May 7^th meeting at Dinenamics.  Join us for social hour at 5:30, followed by dinner and the meeting will commence at 7:00 pm.                               

Delores

President's Page - April 2014

Welcome Spring!  Welcome Equinox!

In that winter has been hanging around since its arrival in November, nobody can argue that we have had a true Canadian winter.  Some of our group were fortunate to enjoy the sunny south and others of us enjoyed the true Canadian winter - keeping the home fires burning and all that stuff.  Seeing the last of the fishing huts on Golden Lake, I’m glad that in our household, we’ll soon be thinking whitewalls not white fish.

Our February meeting at Algonquin College campus, besides being educational, was a great kick-off event for 2014. Thanks to Daniel Hewitt for making this possible and to instructor Mark Stevens who took the time after his regular day to present the Motive Power Program and give us a tour of the new Algonquin College Pembroke campus with its state-of-the-art shops, labs and classrooms.  Thanks to Jamie Bramburger for arranging meeting room # 200, the Gerry and Doreen Binhammer Room, which we had for our brief March business.

It will soon be time for all of us to clear a path to the door to maneuver our antique vehicles from storage and get them all shined up for the next seven months of touring.  It’s sort of good excuse to commence certain “spring cleaning” and that should mean that we see a new batch of good auction items.  We think that our sometimes zany auction does make for a light-hearted conclusion of our meetings - a little fun to raise a little money in support of club projects.

Thanks to Margaret and Howard Moore for featuring their 1971 Chevrolet truck, recently purchased at the Barrett - Jackson auction in Las Vegas.  We look forward to the addition of this beauty on our upcoming tours as it adds to the Chevrolet complement within the club.                         

                                                                                                                                                     
Our April 2nd meeting will be held at Dineamics Food and Drink (formerly Shots Sports Bar) located at 185 Pembroke St. E., directly across from the Pembroke Post Office.

There’s plenty of parking in the back or if you come early there is parking in the front as well.   Our social time will commence at 5:30 in the dining room/bar area.  You may wish to order off the menu or check as to what the appetizer may be for that day.  The management and staff have allowed for us to use their large meeting room afterwards for 7pm.  Thanks to Don Stresman for arranging this change of venue.  Look it up on line – it has lots of good reviews. 

We have survived yet another St. Patrick’s Day celebration with lots of traffic in good old Douglas, but it’s time for some spring weather! 

See you all soon.                              Delores

President's Page March 2014

Whether March comes in like a lion or a lamb, nice spring weather can’t be far away and I know some of you have toes tapping, maybe for St. Patrick’s Day.  Not to mention, we’re all anxious to bring vehicles out from winter storage.  With all the snow this winter, farmers will be happy to have that moisture in the ground and our waterways will be replenished. 

What a great turnout of members, children, grandchildren and guests for Family Day at Northfork, Quebec.  We were blessed with clear and calm full-sunshine blue skies as we enjoyed the woodland trails on the blanketed sleigh that was gently pulled Blondie and Brandy and doggy mascot Maggie. Afterward we warmed up in the chalet and enjoyed some good old Valley songs thanks to Dawn, Neil & Lori and Don. Rumor has it that there was a step dancer in snow boots up on the floor rather briefly too.

All this was topped with hearty meal of chili, Caesar salad and homemade dinner rolls as rays of the setting sun streamed in the dining room windows.  What more could one ask for?  Thank you to all who came from near and far to make Family Day such a success.

Without belabouring our schedule of events, it has been said that there’s no shortage of events in the area that we can tag on to.  One such event would be the July 13^th Merrickville Car Show / Cruise and Shop.  This presents a nice tour to take in and thanks to Wendy and Phil, they will organize and steer us to Leeds & Grenville County.  Sounds like a great time for all to consider.  The President’s Mystery Tour will take place August 10^th.  Two dates, you should circle on your calendars for the ‘driving months’.  We discussed an early spring “Shake Down Tour” too for April or May. Please give some thought to planning a driving tour and speak up at the meeting.  We always look forward to new ideas.

Most members have renewed their memberships for 2014, at the cost of $ 35.00.   Bob has told us at the last meeting, that those who haven’t paid won’t be reading this in their Flying Quail, as he cuts off mailing after February.  It’s refreshing to report that honorary members Ellen and Brian Black dropped off their $35.00, insisting that it be a donation to the club.  Thank you so much! 

Our March 5th meeting will take place at the Algonquin College campus starting at 7:00 in room 200.  (There is an elevator to the second floor) The meeting will be brief to allow us to be escorted by Mark Stevens to view and be updated on the Motive Power Technician Program.  Thanks to Daniel Hewitt for initiating and planning this special evening.  Given the visit, there will be a light agenda and for this month, we will forego the auction sale.

Looking forward to seeing all of you on the 5^th of March.   Delores

President's Page - February 2014

What roller-coaster winter weather!  From Arctic vortexes to Chinooks, we’re getting quite a ride.  Groundhog Day is coming up quickly, so let’s hope spring weather soon arrives. 

Our January meeting succeeded in giving us all the opportunity to brainstorm on events for this year.  The Kingburger venue is most enjoyable for a good meal with some social time and the layout seems to work OK for our meeting needs.

This time of year takes me back to the ‘good ole days’ of sleigh rides at my parents’ farm and other places in the Valley.  The sound of the bells on the harness and the scrunch of the runners cutting across the crisp snow are great memories to look back on.   But how about a 2014 sleigh ride in February? Perhaps a day time may work better for a number of us. We could choose a date and location at this meeting, be it Willy’s Ranch or maybe a return to Northfork followed by a dinner.   Let’s talk.

The February meeting will be the time to try to pencil in some of our regular tours and events. The challenge has been made for couples to consider taking on the design and organization of a tour.  Please think about this ahead of time and come to the meeting prepared to take on a tour.  You all have special places and ideas – let’s hear from you.

Our meetings can take on new twists once warmer weather arrives, whether it be at the waterfront park, a member’s patio or cottage, or a new eatery to discover, think about these things as we go forward into the new year. As was discussed last meeting, one of the fun projects that we did was to showcase members when they were young in a picture that included an early family vehicle.   With so many new member couples having joined since we completed that project, it’s time to capture our newer members.  So here’s another challenge – dig up an old car-related family picture, do a brief write-up and we’ll feature this in upcoming Flying Quails.  Look for the first 2014 entry on another page in this issue.

Dan Hewitt has been successful in connecting with the new Algonquin College campus for a special tour of the Motive Program as part of our March meeting.  Information is included elsewhere in these pages.

May you all have a healthy, happy rest of the winter – stay warm and safe.  

I look forward to seeing you all at our next meeting on February 5th at the Kingburger, where Myles and staff are most gracious in making us comfortable with tasty food and cold refreshments.  Socializing begins at 5:30,  Supper by 6:00 and Meeting at 7:00pm.  See you all then.    Delores 

President's Page - January 2014

Packing the Caddy for 2014

As this message is being prepared we are only one week away to Christmas Day.  This season reawakens those traditional values of our collective past - Christmas card exchange, Santa Claus parades, carol singing, Sunday school concerts, baking and decorating our homes for the festivities. We should not lose sight of the real values of the season, mainly how valuable our family and friends are.

 By the sounds of things, our Christmas Shine was enjoyed by all. It was great seeing some of our newest members join in with some of the longest-standing members. Our thanks goes out again to Lorne and Myrna for dedicating many hours in making the Seniors’ Centre “feel like home”.  Thanks to Neil and Lori, Ron and Dawn, Jeff and Kathy, Mae and Bob for assisting with the decorations and preparations for the band. Thanks to Kathy, for preparing the punch and thanks to Gale and John for their tasteful selection of door and spot-dance prizes.  Once again, Gerry Binhammer kindly donated to the cause and the vocal and keyboard musical talents of Kay O’Gorman, fine fiddling by Dean Lapierre and percussion by Dan Hewitt added so much to round out Car Tunes band’s presentation of music for the evening. Nashville here we come! And thanks to Santa whose Ho Ho Ho we’ve heard before.  

 The President’s Trophy was presented this year to Myrna and Don Stresman in recognition of their attendance and support throughout the year.  The Crank-of-the-Year was given to Pam and Dan Hewitt, who cranked up the start of our anniversary year with the tour to the Tackaberry collection and hosting the Rodeo that so many enjoyed at Lake Dore Park and tours in between. The Rodeo Cup was won by John and Gale Hanson who demonstrated precision parking with their ‘76 Mercedes.  Bonnie and Clyde, aka Donna and Jim Savage, were presented with a token for Jim’s maneuvering of the ‘76 Thunderbird through the pylons and Donna’s target shooting that was second to none. Congratulations and thanks to all of you for your volunteerism and ongoing support to our Club. 

 The trophies will be engraved over the next month. Please bring them to our meeting in January and they will be returned to you by the following meeting.  Marilyn Simpson has been helpful in this task for years.

Our new executive will be installed at this meeting.  It will be exciting to plot our course heading into the new year and I look forward to being part of this team. 

As we move into our 51^st year, I know that we can make it another enjoyable journey in our old car hobby.  Please give thought to taking on a tour or event, maybe with another couple.  It’s your club, let’s enjoy!

 Our January 8^th meeting will be held at the west end Kingburger, starting with social time at 5:30, dinner at 6:00 and meeting starting at 7:00.  Since we have a number of investors with our auction sale, please bring the items that you feel will move during this time of year for another fun-filled evening.

 

Happy New Year!
your outgoing and incoming president...    Delores

President's Page December 2013 ~ Our 50th Year

What beautiful fall weather we’ve been having – although not quite a “hunter’s delight” with recent double –digit temperatures.  We’re only taking the water line out of the lake and raking leaves at the cottage now.  It seems the whole year has been most favourable for our events and tours. 

Looking back, my tally tells us that there were a total of 38 ACCP outings over the past year. This impressive list kicked off with the picture review for 50th Anniversary ACCP Yearbook, Tour to the Tackaberry collection in Athens, Sneak-a-Peak at  Champlain Trail Museum,  Antique & Classic Car/Truck Show in Petawawa, Birthday celebrations at the Juby residence in Castelford,  150th Celebration at Grace Church at Rankin, Strawberry Social, Farmersville Steam Fair, an afternoon of wining, dining and Simon at the Dunfield’s, Killaloe Car Show, 50th Anniversary Ice Cream Cruise Night at Hugli’s Ranch, Round Lake Centre Car display, Popkie Mill car show,  Fiesta Kids Day at the Museum, President’s Mystery Tour, Rankin Car Show, Renfrew Car Show, Renfrew County Plowing Match, Hockeytown Parade, Road-A-O at Lake Dore, Eganville Seniors’ Centre Car Show with Elvis, Griffith Car Show, Mount St. Patrick’s Parish Supper, Oktoberfest at Ladysmith and the upcoming Pembroke Santa Claus Parade and our Christmas Shine at Victoria Hall. Thanks to you all who have generously volunteered time and your homes and your creativity to make events, meetings and the Flying Quail memorable and fun! This club thrives on good team work.  

We have our Santa Claus Parade float arriving all the way from the North Pole and preparations  are wrapping up for our annual Christmas Shine.  Tickets can still be purchased from Wendy at TerMarsch Fuels or give Ron Roy a call to reserve yours.

Our Club has been fortunate in attracting new members over the past while. We welcome Jim and Donna Savage, Howard and Margaret Moore and Larry and Marg Smith adding a Thunderbird, Chevrolet Impalas and a Dodge Custom Royal to the roster.  We look forward to welcoming Dave and Randi Stahn in December who have an interesting Packard collection.  We welcome all of you to our ACCP family.

Our November nominations have determined the executive for the coming two years.  I thank Ron Roy for his countless hours to contact everyone from the membership list to canvas their interest in stepping up on the ACCP “running board”.  Thanks also to Lorne for his assistance. Their slate of nominees, each of which were acclaimed include: Wendy TerMarsch - Treasurer; Muriel Rolfe – Secretary; Ralph Lemke - Vice-President and yours truly has agreed to remain President.  I want to thank Dave for his past term as Secretary, Wendy for keeping the books and bank straight and to Bob and Mae for continuing to be our gatherers, collators and postmasters of the Flying Quail.

We are saddened with the passing this year of dear friends and devout members Don Page and Ernie Murdoch.  We cherish their memory and celebrate their wonderful contribution to the club.  A number of members have had health challenges and we wish them well with recovery and return to good health.

Please bring all trophies received over the past year to the December 7th meeting.  We will be awarding these for 2013 achievement at the Christmas Shine. Remember to bring your auction items, big or small we welcome them all.   Our December meeting is at the Kingburger starts socially at 5:30, Meeting at 7:00

From our family to yours, I take this opportunity to wish you a very Merry Christmas.  Drive safely, eat healthy and be happy.   

                                                                                                                                Delores