It’s snowing outside as I sit here trying to compose this monthly message. The Christmas season is just a few weeks away and I imagine everyone is getting a little busier with all the preparations for the upcoming festivities. I’m very lucky that my wife Christina takes care of most of the gift buying and inside decorating. My biggest job is putting up our annual light display. We have somewhere near 7,000 lights that have to be strung on the house and shrubs. A lot of them are mini-lights so it really doesn’t look like there is that many. I think that the price of electricity this year may cut down on the amount of time that we have our lights lit but they will be up and on for at least the last two weeks before Christmas.
We haven’t had many club activities this past month but the next few weeks should be quite busy. As always keep your newsletter handy as all our upcoming events are listed in it.
Thanks to the generosity of many of our members that attended the November meeting, our special auction to raise funds for the Christmas party was a huge success. A large number of items were bought by some very generous bidders. Our honorary auctioneer (Dave Lemkay) did an amazing job. Thanks Dave and all those that donated items for the auction.
Our next meeting will be Wednesday Dec.1st at the Champlain Trail Museum. For all those that can’t make the meeting or the Christmas Party I wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. To those that can be there I’ll see you then.
Wayne
Saturday, December 18, 2010
Thursday, November 18, 2010
Results of Driving Contest at 2010 Rodeo
1st - Jeff & Kathy Videto 30 points
2nd – Ralph Lemke & Marilyn Simpson 40 points
3rd – Wayne & Chris Brohart 50 points
4th - Ron & Dawn Roy, Don & Sue Page “Tied” 100 points
5th – Dave & Delores Lemkay 125 points
6th – Bob & Mae McCauley 130 points
7th – Neil & Lori Videto 150 points
8th – Ray & Juli Coulas 170 points
9th – Don & Myrna Stresman 200 points
10th – Ed & Jean Lapa 240 points
Points were awarded for each infraction on the course, which included hitting a pylon, missing a pylon, or having to reverse direction in order to clear a pylon. I must add the passenger in each vehicle had to hold an egg on a spoon with their arm out the window. The course was run in a field with a few good-sized bumps on it and surprisingly not one person dropped their egg. The final task was to park as close to a barrier as possible without touching it and points were awarded for each inch you were away from the barrier. The top three finishers had clean runs and parked, 3, 4, and 5 inches away respectively. A great deal of fun was had by all who participated and I’m sure there will be a few guys out practicing for next year. So watch out Jeff and Kathy you may have some stiffer competition next time around.
Thanks to all the volunteers who helped make our rodeo a great success and congratulations to our winners.
2nd – Ralph Lemke & Marilyn Simpson 40 points
3rd – Wayne & Chris Brohart 50 points
4th - Ron & Dawn Roy, Don & Sue Page “Tied” 100 points
5th – Dave & Delores Lemkay 125 points
6th – Bob & Mae McCauley 130 points
7th – Neil & Lori Videto 150 points
8th – Ray & Juli Coulas 170 points
9th – Don & Myrna Stresman 200 points
10th – Ed & Jean Lapa 240 points
Points were awarded for each infraction on the course, which included hitting a pylon, missing a pylon, or having to reverse direction in order to clear a pylon. I must add the passenger in each vehicle had to hold an egg on a spoon with their arm out the window. The course was run in a field with a few good-sized bumps on it and surprisingly not one person dropped their egg. The final task was to park as close to a barrier as possible without touching it and points were awarded for each inch you were away from the barrier. The top three finishers had clean runs and parked, 3, 4, and 5 inches away respectively. A great deal of fun was had by all who participated and I’m sure there will be a few guys out practicing for next year. So watch out Jeff and Kathy you may have some stiffer competition next time around.
Thanks to all the volunteers who helped make our rodeo a great success and congratulations to our winners.
Presidents Page November 2010
As November is almost here I am sure most of the old cars are put away for the season. I know the old International made its last trip of the year when Chris and I attended the Benefit Car Show held at the DACA Center on Oct. 17th. The event was well attended by a number of club members and people from Pembroke. It was nice to see so many people contributing to such a worthwhile cause.
Our last club event was the tour to Ladysmith for the Octoberfest Parade and some good German music and food. The tour started with ten vehicles at 9 am. from TerMarsch Fuels on Boundary Rd. in Pembroke. We toured through Beachburg and on down the Queens Line to the four corners where we were joined by another four cars. The fourteen of us then made our way from Cheneau to Shawville and on to Ladysmith. Aside from some minor road construction in Shawville the trip went very well with pleasant weather and no mishaps along the way. As usual the entertainment was very good and the parade was well attended by many antique and classic vehicles from both Ontario and Quebec. I have often thought it would be great to spend the whole weekend there as you could really enjoy yourself not having to drive home that day.
Plans are well underway for our “Christmas Shine”. Details will be announced in the Quail and tickets will soon be available. As a fundraiser to offset some of the costs for the party we will have a special auction at our November meeting. So round up some of your excess or unwanted treasures and join us for the meeting and possibly some great buys on something you just can’t live without. Our November meeting is at the Champlain Trail Museum Nov.3rd at 7pm. Hope to see you there.
Wayne
Our last club event was the tour to Ladysmith for the Octoberfest Parade and some good German music and food. The tour started with ten vehicles at 9 am. from TerMarsch Fuels on Boundary Rd. in Pembroke. We toured through Beachburg and on down the Queens Line to the four corners where we were joined by another four cars. The fourteen of us then made our way from Cheneau to Shawville and on to Ladysmith. Aside from some minor road construction in Shawville the trip went very well with pleasant weather and no mishaps along the way. As usual the entertainment was very good and the parade was well attended by many antique and classic vehicles from both Ontario and Quebec. I have often thought it would be great to spend the whole weekend there as you could really enjoy yourself not having to drive home that day.
Plans are well underway for our “Christmas Shine”. Details will be announced in the Quail and tickets will soon be available. As a fundraiser to offset some of the costs for the party we will have a special auction at our November meeting. So round up some of your excess or unwanted treasures and join us for the meeting and possibly some great buys on something you just can’t live without. Our November meeting is at the Champlain Trail Museum Nov.3rd at 7pm. Hope to see you there.
Wayne
Pesidents Page October 2010
Welcome to fall everyone. After the hot summer we’ve had the weather seems to have cooled down very fast. I hope we get some nice warm days yet as I suspect we all have a number of tasks to complete before the cold weather gets here. All the hunters are probably looking forward to fall and I wish you good luck as you pursue your game.
The month of September was quite busy for our club starting with a dinner meeting at the Sands on Golden Lake, which was well attended and I must say my meal was delicious.
The mystery tour on September 12th hosted by Shirley and Ellsworth Mullen was a great time. We had a good turn out and an interesting tour ending at the Mullen cottage. A special thank you, to the Mullen family for all your efforts and I must add that the meal was superb.
Our “Rodeo” was next on the agenda, which was an event that hasn’t been held for a number of years. The weather was favourable with just a little rain during the late afternoon. The day went very well and approximately thirty people attended. Many thanks to Ray and Julie Coulas our gracious hosts, Tom and Shannon Dunfield our expert caterers and the rodeo committee for all your help making this event a great success. The winner of the coveted ACCP Cup was Jeff and Kathy Videto driving their Mustang. The competition was keen with only a few points separating the top three finishers. Our evening was blessed with clear skies, good music by the Car Tunes and a bonfire. I think this may be an event that needs to be held every year.
The local cruise nights are wrapping up for the season and I was able to attend the final cruise nights in Cobden and Pembroke, which were well attended. I am sure the cruise nights will be bigger and even more popular next year.
Sunday Sept. 26th a tour is planned to Mount St. Patrick. Lets hope the weather is good and we can get the old cars out again.
The club plans a tour to Ladysmith Quebec on October 3. This should be a great time, as we all know “Octoberfest in Ladysmith” is not to be missed.
Our October meeting is at the Champlain Trail Museum on October 6th at 7pm. so if you can join us, please do and I’ll see you then.
Wayne
The month of September was quite busy for our club starting with a dinner meeting at the Sands on Golden Lake, which was well attended and I must say my meal was delicious.
The mystery tour on September 12th hosted by Shirley and Ellsworth Mullen was a great time. We had a good turn out and an interesting tour ending at the Mullen cottage. A special thank you, to the Mullen family for all your efforts and I must add that the meal was superb.
Our “Rodeo” was next on the agenda, which was an event that hasn’t been held for a number of years. The weather was favourable with just a little rain during the late afternoon. The day went very well and approximately thirty people attended. Many thanks to Ray and Julie Coulas our gracious hosts, Tom and Shannon Dunfield our expert caterers and the rodeo committee for all your help making this event a great success. The winner of the coveted ACCP Cup was Jeff and Kathy Videto driving their Mustang. The competition was keen with only a few points separating the top three finishers. Our evening was blessed with clear skies, good music by the Car Tunes and a bonfire. I think this may be an event that needs to be held every year.
The local cruise nights are wrapping up for the season and I was able to attend the final cruise nights in Cobden and Pembroke, which were well attended. I am sure the cruise nights will be bigger and even more popular next year.
Sunday Sept. 26th a tour is planned to Mount St. Patrick. Lets hope the weather is good and we can get the old cars out again.
The club plans a tour to Ladysmith Quebec on October 3. This should be a great time, as we all know “Octoberfest in Ladysmith” is not to be missed.
Our October meeting is at the Champlain Trail Museum on October 6th at 7pm. so if you can join us, please do and I’ll see you then.
Wayne
President's Page September 2010
With the month of August drawing to a close I hope everyone has enjoyed the great weather we have had this summer. Most working people have had their holidays already. I know some of you are retired and everyday is a holiday but some of us are still slaving away. I'm on the count down, hopefully next year I will join the ranks of the semi-retired. I say "semi" as I don't intend to stop working totally.
I'm sure everyone has had many opportunities to drive their old vehicles this year with all the sunny days we've had. I understand most of the car shows in the area have had a good turn out this year including the bi-weekly Harvey's cruise night, which is very well attended.
The month of September brings us to a return of an old event. This year we are having a Rodeo on Sept. 18th. Details are in this issue of the Quail so please read carefully. I trust this event will be a fun time for all who attend.
Our September meeting will follow dinner at the Sands on Golden Lake. The meal will start at 6pm with the meeting to follow downstairs as soon as everyone has eaten. In order to serve everyone quickly they are giving us a choice of four meals to select from, which should meet everyones tastes.
Have a great day and I'll see you at our next meeting.
Wayne
I'm sure everyone has had many opportunities to drive their old vehicles this year with all the sunny days we've had. I understand most of the car shows in the area have had a good turn out this year including the bi-weekly Harvey's cruise night, which is very well attended.
The month of September brings us to a return of an old event. This year we are having a Rodeo on Sept. 18th. Details are in this issue of the Quail so please read carefully. I trust this event will be a fun time for all who attend.
Our September meeting will follow dinner at the Sands on Golden Lake. The meal will start at 6pm with the meeting to follow downstairs as soon as everyone has eaten. In order to serve everyone quickly they are giving us a choice of four meals to select from, which should meet everyones tastes.
Have a great day and I'll see you at our next meeting.
Wayne
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Presidents Page August 2010
As the month of July ends I hope everyone is enjoying this beautiful summer we've had so far. Our area seems to be quite lucky this year with the weather as most gardens and field crops are growing well.On my way to work I pass a field of corn and I swear you could notice the growth every day for the last few weeks.
This past month we lost a good man in the passing of John Buch. I personally cosidered John a good friend, as I'm sure most people that got to know him would. He was one of the good old boys whose word and a handshake was all that was needed to seal a deal. I know there are many including myself that when we asked him how much, he would say I'll catch you next time. He had a number of antique and classic vehicles that are being sold at the end of this month (July).
Now on to another good man in our midst. Our own Dave Lemkay was named "Citizen of the Year" for Admaston- Bromley Township. It is beyond any doubt that they made a very wise choice. There are few people that could match the time and effort that Dave contributes to this area. Congratulations Dave we are proud to have you as a friend and member.
I hpoe to see many of our club members this Saturday as we take a short tour of the Round Lake, Killaloe and Lake Clear area and then to Muriel Rolfe's home.
Please remember our meetings on the first Wednesday of each month and I'll see you then.
Wayne
This past month we lost a good man in the passing of John Buch. I personally cosidered John a good friend, as I'm sure most people that got to know him would. He was one of the good old boys whose word and a handshake was all that was needed to seal a deal. I know there are many including myself that when we asked him how much, he would say I'll catch you next time. He had a number of antique and classic vehicles that are being sold at the end of this month (July).
Now on to another good man in our midst. Our own Dave Lemkay was named "Citizen of the Year" for Admaston- Bromley Township. It is beyond any doubt that they made a very wise choice. There are few people that could match the time and effort that Dave contributes to this area. Congratulations Dave we are proud to have you as a friend and member.
I hpoe to see many of our club members this Saturday as we take a short tour of the Round Lake, Killaloe and Lake Clear area and then to Muriel Rolfe's home.
Please remember our meetings on the first Wednesday of each month and I'll see you then.
Wayne
Monday, June 28, 2010
Presidents Page July 2010
The arrival of July means the year is half over alraedy. I'm starting to get caught up with some of the jobs I planned to do this year. If all goes well I just may get them all done. The weather has been great with what I would consider just enough rain to keep the gardeners and farmers happy. My gardener (Chris) has all her flowers planted and they seem to be doing well. Gardening is one of her favourite pastimes and she can spend hours tending her plants. I love to look at them but I'm glad she's the ome with the green thumb.
Our Victoria Day Tour organized by Dave and Delores Lemkay was a great success, the weather was beautiful and we had a very enjoyable day touring the Kinburn and Constance Bay area. Thanks Dave and Delores for your time and dedication in organizing this tour.
Asa tribute to our departed friend Jim Rolfe, I plan to have a short three-hour tour ending at the open house that Muriel Rolfe has planned July24. We will leave TerMarsch's at approximately 1:00 p.m. and tour through Round Lake and Killaloe then on to the Moose On The Beach at Lake Clear for a short stop. They serve a good cone of ice cream (been there-done that). Then we'll head back through Eganville to Muriel's home.
I hope everyone is enjoying the summer so far and lets hope the weather co-operates with our up coming plans. See you all at our next meeting.
Wayne
P.S. The photo posted this month is of my mustang in the paint booth at Hammel's. I'm proud to say I painted this one myself.
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