Volume 46, Number 7, July 2015 Happy Trails to Tim and Diane In This Issue PRESIDENT S MESSAGE MEETING MINUTES PHOTO ALBUM CAR ATTENDANCE NON-CLUB EVENTS NEXT MEETING 2015 EVENT SCHEDULE
Presidents Message BIRTHDAYS Tim and Diane are embarking on a new a new adventure in their lives. The are moving to Nevada but will still be members of our club. Their Bird is taking the trip also but as a Trailer Queen. We wish them both well and know we will see them on occasion. It is only a short drive up and down the Sierras to come visit. Tim and Diane have been longtime members of Thunderbirds of Sonoma and Tim has served as your president and other club officer positions over the years. You both will be dearly missed. Thank you for everything you have done for our club. Birds on the Wharf is being held in Santa Cruz on Sept. 26 th 9am-3pm. Entry fee is $40. Mike has printed information and registration forms available at the next meeting or by email. Dee Dee and Dennis will be hosting the next meeting on Sunday Aug 9 th at noon at Legends Bar and Grill in Santa Rosa. Aug: Dee Dee Byrne =2 Aug: Louise Johnson =2 Aug: Harry Costa =6 Aug: Kerry Davidson =17 Sept: Dave Kibler =14 Sept: Duwayne Bahnsen =25 Oct: Jim Arieta =19 Nov: None on Record Dec: Arlis Minetti =25 ANNIVERSARIES Jan: None on Record Feb: None on Record Mar: Dennis & Dee Dee Byrne=29 Apr: Don & Lisa Hillman = 23 May: None on Record June: None on Record July: Herman and Joan Schulze Aug : None on Record Sept: None on Record Oct: Mike and Maryanne McLucas =10 Nov: Brant and Arlis Minetti =6 Nov: Jim and Pat Arieta =17 Dec: Dave and Jan Kibler =5 Dec: Tim and Diane Roden =12
This Month s Meeting Minutes Greeting to all Thunderbird Lovers and Admirers The July TOS meeting was held at the Brasserie Restaurant in downtown Santa Rosa. The weather was beautiful and the group was seated outside on the patio. Arlis and Brandt Minetti hosted the meeting. Brandt did not attend however, because they have a new addition to their family, a gorgeous black labrador puppy, so Brandt was home, puppy sitting. Arlis did a wonderful job as host for the day. The menu for lunch was versatile and delicious. Members in attendance were: Arlis Minetti, Marla & Any Preston, Dee Dee & Dennis Byrne, Joan & Herman Schulze, Pat & Jim Arieta, Louise Johnson & Wes Crandall, Diane & Tim Roden, Debbie Dean & Tim Gaughan, Denise Bahnsen-Brown, Catherine Grace, and Jutta Einstoss. President Pat thanked Arlis for hosting. Arlis also had the unique idea of seeing a musical play after the lunch meeting. Those who purchased tickets ahead of time (Arlis acquired seats together for us) went to the 6th Street Theater for a production of The Buddy Holly Story directly after the meeting. It was indeed an entertaining and fun production! Pat announced that the Cars & Coffee monthly event on the first Sunday of every month has become quite popular. This now, major event averages 200 cars. This happens at the Vintage Oaks Shopping Center in Novato near Starbucks & Costco. If you d like to join in on the fun, bring your TBird or just come and check out the classics between 8-10 am. Andy Preston mentioned that an MG Car club member is looking for a 1959 TBird to purchase. Let Andy know if you know of any that are on the for-sale market. Arlis announced that we will be re-signing Catherine Grace and Debbie & Tim back onto the club roster. They have been embarking on other ventures lately, but now are able to attend more regularly. Yay! We love having you back with us! Also, the Prestons have some friends named Peter White and Joan Perry who are interested in our club. They might be guests at a TOS meeting or two in the future and possibly join the club. Our beloved Tim & Diane Roden are relocating to Gardnerville, Nevada. They have sold their Santa Rosa home, purchased a new home in Gardnerville, and will be moved by the end of the month. They will send us their new address once they are settle in. WE ALL WILL MISS THE BOTH OF YOU SOOOOOO MUCH!! You have been an integral part of the bond that has kept this club strong, fun, and successful. Please know how much the club appreciates your dedication and commitment throughout the years. Our next meeting will be on August 9th, 2015 at 12 noon. It will be held at Legends Restaurant at the Bennett Valley Golf Course in Santa Rosa. Please see the bulletin flyer for more details. Prior to giving the treasurers report, Arlis announced that she got to ride in what s dubbed as The Fastest Tbird Ever. A friend who has the 1955 Thunderbird, took her for a spin. And yes, she concludes it is indeed VERY FAST! She gave the treasurer s report. We are in good standing. The raffle winners of the day were: Dee Dee, Louise, Joan, Pat, & Debbie. Respectfully Submitted, Dee Dee Byrne, Secretary
This Month s Photos Our Meeting Host
CARS In Attendance **************************************************************************************************** CTCI REGION 3 DIRECTOR UP DATE A few months ago Keith Zimmerman announced that he was not seeking re-election as Director of Region 3. Maryanne McLucas name was mentioned but she declined the position. After much family discussion Mike McLucas has decided to put his name in for consideration for the position of Region 3 Director. At this time it is not known who the other candidate/s may be. There will be an announcement in The Early Bird and Mike requests the support and your vote for the position of Region 3 Director.
Best Wishes Tim and Diane 2015 Club Event Schedule Month Aug 9th Sept Oct Nov 14 Dec Meeting Host Dennis & Dee Dee Pat & Jim Kerry & Duwayne Jamie & Keith Kristina Schulze- Torres
Non Club Events August 2015 4-9 Hot August Nights, Reno/Sparks, NV 9 Pebble Beach - Concours' De Elegance 9 Caffeine & Gasoline Cotati Speed Shop 3651 Standish Ave Santa Rosa, Ca 15 Tracy - Glass Fantastic V-All Corvette Car Show - 8am-3pm - (925) 787-5520 - email 21-23 Monterey - Mopars by the Bay Car Show - (831) 601 6872 21-23 GOODGUYS - Pleasanton - West Coast Nationals 22 Fairfield - Historic Hwy 40 Car Show & Chili Cookoff - 9am-4pm - (707) 628-2247 26-30 CTCI Region 6 Convention Albuquerque, New Mexico September 2015 4-5 Cloverdale - 22nd Annual Cloverdale Car & Motorcycle Show - 10am-4pm - (707) 894-4470 4-5 Eureka - 21st annual Cruz'n Eureka - 9am-4pm - (707) 444-9636 - email 13 Caffeine & Gasoline Cotati Speed Shop 3651 Standish Ave Santa Rosa, Ca 11-13 Grass Valley - Roamin Angels Cruisin The Pines 16th - 8am-4pm - (530) 913-9594 12 San Mateo - 5th Annual Show 'n Shine Car Show - (415) 931-2294 - 10am-2pm 26 Santa Cruz _ Birds on the Wharf 9-3 See Mike for Registration forms October 2015 11 (Open House) Caffeine & Gasoline Cotati Speed Shop 3651 Standish Ave Santa Rosa, Ca 15-18 American Canyon - Wolf Athletics Car Show - 10am-3pm - (707) 653-1413 17 Oakland - Classic Car Show - 11am-4pm - (510) 914-6701 November 2015 8 Caffeine & Gasoline Cotati Speed Shop 3651 Standish Ave Santa Rosa, Ca 14-15 GOODGUYS - Pleasanton - 26th Autumn Get Together - (925) 838-9876 December 2015 13 Caffeine & Gasoline Cotati Speed Shop 3651 Standish Ave Santa Rosa, Ca
Sunday August 9 Meeting Info Hosted by Dee Dee and Dennis Byrne The Legends Bar and Grill @ The Bennett Valley Golf Course 3328 Yulupa Ave, Santa Rosa 95405 12 noon in a private banquet room We will be have a buffet luncheon with numerous selections The cost is $23.50 per person including tax and tip and a non alcoholic drink. RSVP by August 5 th to Dee Dee at 707-953-4402 or Dennis 707-542-3945 The monthly raffle will be held
THUNDERBIRDS OF SONOMA OFFICERS 2015 President Pat Arieta 415-892-2761 Vice President Jamie Thigpen 707-864-2080 Secretary Dee Dee Byrne 707-542-3945 Treasurer Arlis Minetti 707-538-7511 Newsletter Editor - Circulation Mike & Maryanne McLucas 707-337-9459 707-337-9656 CTCI Rep Jamie Thigpen 707-864-2080 Activities Jim Arieta 707-892-2761 ACCC Rep Jim Arieta 707-892-2761 Webmaster Herman Schulze 707-696-7178 BBQ'r Wes Crandall 707-546-4099 The Bird Sheet Mike McLucas, Editor Maryanne McLucas, Circulation 1150 Eastman Lane Petaluma, CA 94952-1622