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1 Lehigh Valley Thun derb ird Cl ub Volume 4 Issue 2 Club Officers President Vince Luppino (267) Luppinov@verizon.net Vice-President Tom Hollenbach (610) trhbach@rcn.com Acting Secretary Jessica Corder (717) jessicar52@yahoo.com Treasurer Walter J. Fries Jr. (610) wfriesjr@aol.com Editors Tom Hollenbach (610) trhbach@rcn.com Vince Luppino (267) Luppinov@verizon.net Board of Directors Jean Brendlinger (TBD) Dennis Crago (484) Jerry Engle (610) Sandi Fries (610) Bill Ingraham (610) Gina Jones (TBD) Mike Melnyk (610) Barbara Melnyk (610) Alan Miller (484) Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club THUNDERWORD Club Elections 2015 Election Results February 2015 On January 10, 2015, General Elections were held at our monthly meeting at The Starlight Restaurant. Vince Luppino was voted in as President and Walter J. Fries Jr. was voted in as Treasurer. With the Vice-President position open, the General Membership and Board appointed and approved Tom Hollenbach as Vice-President. Our new Board Members were voted in too. As Past President, Mike Melnyk will have a Board position for one term. Jean Brendlinger, Jerry Engle, Gina Jones and Alan Miller were voted onto the Board replacing several board members who wished to step down. So our new Board of Directors is composed of; Jean Brendlinger, Dennis Crago, Jerry Engle, Sandi Fries, Bill Ingraham, Gina Jones, Barbara Melnyk, Mike Melnyk and Alan Miller I want to thank Mike, Walter, Vince, Jessica, Jerry, Dennis, William, Sandi, John, Alan, Barbara for their support of the club. Also, I want to thank all the members who came out on Saturday to support and participate in the General Elections and General Meeting. It was a great group and a strong turnout! Tom Hollenbach Nominations Chairperson Birthdays Connie Smith 2/2 Carolyn Day 2/12 William Ingraham 2/13 Gayle Turner 2/14 Richard Beers 2/14 Jerry Engle 2/17 Dwayne Behler 2/20 Tell us if you have a Birthday in February that we missed! Please call (610) For the Latest Information on Club Events, Call our Message Center at (610) Website: Opinions expressed by those who contribute to the THUNDER- WORD NEWSLETTER are their own and do not necessarily reflect the policy of the LEHIGH VALLEY THUNDERBIRD CLUB INC. Likewise, the ad copy is as submitted by the advertisers and is theirs and may not be reproduced without their consent THE LEHIGH VALLEY THUNDERBIRD CLUB Table of Contents President s Message 2 Message from Board 2 Upcoming Shows and Events 3 Auto Mania Pictures 4 Pizza Afternoon Info 5 LVTC Application 7 All Ford Nationals 9 BAVTS Car Show Registration 11 For Sale Shows and Cruises 15 Advertisments 16

Page 2 Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club President s Message Hello Fellow Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club Members! I hope this message finds everyone in good health and happy spirits!

2 Page 2 Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club President s Message Hello Fellow Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club Members! I hope this message finds everyone in good health and happy spirits! Thank You for having the confidence in me to vote me in as your Club President. It is a honor to serve in this position is off to a good start! We had good attendance at our initial General Membership Meeting on Saturday, January 10th at the Starlight Restaurant. Then the following weekend, we met at the Hamilton Family Restaurant for breakfast and made what is becoming the Annual start to our year, our trip to Auto Mania, at Allentown s Agriculture Hall. While it was cold that day, it was great to see the warm smiles of friends. So, what are my aspirations for our club? I will sum it up in several words; Cars, Friendships and Community. While the basic factor that binds us as members is our love of the Thunderbird automobile, many strong friendships have formed and will form in the future. Community comes into play in that we are all involved in our individual communities, but have also brought our Thunderbird family into our communities too. I hope to not only gain more members into the club, but to gain more activity from our present members. Over the years, our club has become more active in local cruises and shows. We have hosted two car shows and donated a significant amount of the shows proceeds to Non profit organizations like the Nazareth Food Bank, Jen s House and Pediatric Cancer, all in our community of the Lehigh Valley. So it s a new year, come on out and participate! You will notice we moved our General Meeting to Saturday afternoons for January, February and March. Travel should be easier and hopefully a little warmer in the winter sun. Our annual Pizza Night will now be Pizza Afternoon and as tradition has it, we will release our 2015 Planned Activities List. Also we will have some additional surprises to, BUT it is not too late to send in your suggestions so they may be included on our list. Please let me or any Officer or Board Member know your ideas! In 2016, we will be hosting the ITC Convention. We need volunteers to help out, so pencil in September 2016 for the convention. We will have more details at upcoming meetings for you. Enough for now! Stay Safe, Warm and Healthy, Vince *** Remember to check our message center for updates and/or *** Board of Directors Jean Brendlinger (TBD) Dennis Crago (484) Jerry Engle (610) Sandi Fries (610) Bill Ingraham (610) Gina Jones (TBD) Mike Melnyk (610) Barbara Melnyk (610) Alan Miller (484) A Message from the Board As we begin 2015, we ask all members to look over your calendars and your Thunderbirds and get ready for another fun filled year. It has been a while since some of you have come out and participated in a club function, so since 2015 has started out with such mild weather and bright sunny days, try to come out and say Hello! Our membership renewals are still coming in. We ask all those intending to renew to send your dues in by mid-february. Our dues and membership number is the basis for our budget and allows the club to commit to do the various shows and support charities. Last year we were able to donate some sizeable funds to the food bank, Jen s House and the Pediatric Cancer Foundation. These organizations have a very positive impact in the Lehigh Valley! If you know someone with a Thunderbird, get them to join the club...the more the merrier! Please ATTEND PIZZA Afternoon, as we will unveil our Club Activities for Some surprises too!

Volume 4 Issue 2 Page 3 Upcoming Shows and Events DATE EVENT LOCATION February 7, 2015 General Meeting 12:00 Noon Parkland Restaurant 2702 Walbert Avenue Allentown, PA 18104

6:00pm, otherwise, the actual meeting starts at 7:00pm.

3 Volume 4 Issue 2 Page 3 Upcoming Shows and Events DATE EVENT LOCATION February 7, 2015 General Meeting 12:00 Noon Parkland Restaurant 2702 Walbert Avenue Allentown, PA February 24, 2014 Board Meeting Borderline Restaurant March 7, 2015 March 21, 2015 General Meeting PIZZA Day 12:00 Noon Greater Lehigh Valley Auto Dealers Association Car Show Display 8:30am Mivajo s Pizza 394 N. Broad Street Nazareth, Pa Stabler Arena Please Note: Pertaining to the General Meeting and Board of Directors Meeting, if you plan to have dinner, please arrive at 6:00pm, otherwise, the actual meeting starts at 7:00pm. March 31, 2015 Board Meeting Borderline Restaurant April 7, 2015 General Meeting 6:00pm Dinner 7:00pm Meeting Hamilton Family Restaurant 2027 Hamilton Avenue Allentown, PA April 28, 2015 Board Meeting Borderline Restaurant ALL DIFFERENT LOCATIONS Tour of the Valley Ford Carlisle Friday June 5th thru Sunday June 7th, 2015 Registration is Now Open Come celebrate the 60th Anniversary of the THUNDERBIRD!

Volume 4 Issue 2 Page 4 AUTO MANIA 2015 A BRIEF REVIEW OF 2015 Sold Out Vending and a Record Turnout Highlight Allentown Weekend One show

The event drew thousands over the course of the weekend and again, packed Ag Hall.

offering even more sales space for merchandise and cars where enthusiasts could continue to shop.

Carlisle Events. Save the date for the 2016 event because Auto Mania returns January 15-17. Call 717-243-7855 today for information.

4 Volume 4 Issue 2 Page 4 AUTO MANIA 2015 A BRIEF REVIEW OF 2015 Sold Out Vending and a Record Turnout Highlight Allentown Weekend One show down, 12 to go! The 2015 Carlisle Events season concluded its first event of the year with Auto Mania at the Allentown Fairgrounds. The event drew thousands over the course of the weekend and again, packed Ag Hall. Indoor vending space was once again sold out and guests came from the region over to find a deal on tools, parts, merchandise, memorabilia, collectibles and more. With temperatures and Mother Nature generally cooperating, PA s largest indoor heated swap meet was able to stretch its legs outside too, offering even more sales space for merchandise and cars where enthusiasts could continue to shop. As always, the first event of the season was a smashing success and has helped pave the way for what should be an awesome 2015 season for Carlisle Events. Save the date for the 2016 event because Auto Mania returns January Call today for information. - See more at: CLASSICS IN ATLANTIC CITY Event Schedule Dates: February 27th - March 1st, 2015 Show Hours: Fri. 9:00am - 8:00pm Sat. 9:00am - 9:00pm Sun. 9:00am - 5:00pm Auction Hours: Fri. 11:00am - 6:00pm Sat. 11:00am - 7:00pm Sun. 11:00am - 4:00pm Memorabilia Auction Hours: Friday - Sunday 10:00am - 11:00am

5 Volume 4 Issue 2 Page 5 Pizza Afternoon We will be reviewing the 2015 Schedule of Planned Club Activities, The 2015 Lehigh Valley Dealer Car Show arrangements, and other club items. Some Surprises too! Pizza Afternoon General Meeting Saturday, March 7, 2015 Noon at Mivajo s Pizza 394 N. Broad Street Nazareth, PA (610)

6 Page 6 Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club 2015 Schedule of Planned Activities TO BE UNVIELED AT PIZZA AFTERNOON, SATURDAY, MARCH 7th, 2015? Suggestions for 2015 Activities Wanted! Local Shows you would like the Club to attend? A church looking for support via an auto show we can help with? A local cause you want to support.. Please contact Vince Luppino with your ideas so we can publish the activities for March 2015!

10 Page 10 Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club WIND GAP 2015 T-Birds flock to the Gap! This is one of the first car shows of the 2015 season, in our backyard! The weather will be great, so let s Cruise to the Gap! May 17th, 2015 Look for Registration form in upcoming THUNDERWORD

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Page 12 Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club FOR SALE 1968 Thunderbird Four Door For Details, Contact Mike Del Borrello 484-221-0239 or

net BLACK & DECKER 12-Volt Handheld Vacuum Cleaner 12-Volt Handheld Vacuum Cleaner Powerful 12-volt Dust Buster motor for quick

12 Page 12 Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club FOR SALE 1968 Thunderbird Four Door For Details, Contact Mike Del Borrello or BLACK & DECKER 12-Volt Handheld Vacuum Cleaner 12-Volt Handheld Vacuum Cleaner Powerful 12-volt Dust Buster motor for quick pick-ups 16' power cord with 12-volt vehicle power adaptor for extend ed reach and convenience 1-step empty means hands never touch the dirt On-board accessory storage so Dust Buster tools go where you need them Contact Vince or Walt to purchase: $25.00 each

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15 2015 Auto Shows and Cruise Information courtesy of Autoresourcetoolkit JANUARY - 01/16-01/18 AUTO MANIA AT AG HALL, Allentown Fairgrounds, Allentown PA Info: begin_of_the_skype_highlighting ; PA's Largest Heated Info Swap Meet& Memorabilia Show + Car Corral Fri 12-9 Sat 9-6 Sun 9-3 FEBRUARY - 01/31-02/08 PHILADELPHIA INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW at the PA Convention Center NE & NW corners of 12th & Arch Streets, Philadelphia, PA Times: From 9am-10pm; Sun 9am-8pm; Mon-Fri Noon-10pm 02/27-03/01 ATLANTIC CITY CLASSIC CAR SHOW & AUCTION begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (42 nd Annual!) Atlantic City Convention Center; G Potter King Inc.; 02/27 THE CLASSICS AT THE BOARDWALK IN ATLANTIC CITY, NJ 02/22 46TH ANNUAL HAMBURG SWAP MEET & CAR CORRAL IN HAMBURG PA 7-2; Hamburg Fire Co Field House, 127 S 4 th St Rear, Hamburg PA; Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market; Lester Manwiler begin_of_the_skype_highlighting end_of_the_skype_highlighting MARCH - 03/07 REDBALL MILITARY TRANSPORT WINTER SWAP MEET Jim Thorpe Memorial Park Hall, E 10 th St (2 blocks east of PA 903), Jim Thorpe, PA 9-5; Military Vehicles & Militaria; Set Up 03/06; Info: Jim Gilmore ; Website 03/19-03/22 GREATER LEHIGH VALLEY AUTO SHOW IN BETHLEHEM PA Stabler Arena at Lehigh University, 124 Goodman Drive, Bethlehem PA Rauch Fieldhouse, West Pavilion, Lehigh University; New Vehicles on Display ThuFriSat 10-9, Sun 10-6; APRIL - 04/11 MAPLE GROVE SPRING SWAP MEET& FLEA MARKET in Mohnton PA 04/11 CRUISE TREXLERTOWN SHOPPING CENTER IN TREXLERTOWN PA 4-7 PM; Weather Permitting; All vehicles welcome; DJ Sensational Sounds Host Mopar Madness ; Benefit Dream Come True 04/17-04/19 33 rd ANNUAL SPRING ENGLISHTOWN SWAP MEET & AUTO SHOW, ENGLISHTOWN NJ Show presented by P.C. Richard & Son; 04/22-04/26 SPRING CARLISLE begin_of_the_skype_highlighting 04/25 2 ND ANNUAL MICHAEL AQUILINA MEMORIAL CAR SHOW IN CHERRYVILLE PA Bethany Wesleyan Church, 675 Blue Mountain Drive, Cherryville, PA ; Rain or Shine; Trophies, 50/50, Vendors, Crafters, Food, Entertainment Shooting For The Cure; Info Wanda Brown or brown443@ptd.net end_of_the_skype_highlighting 04/25 CRUISE TREXLERTOWN SHOPPING CENTER IN TREXLERTOWN PA 4-7 PM; Weather Permitting; All vehicles welcome; DJ Sensational Sounds Host Mopar Madness ; Benefit Dream Come True MAY - 05/08 CRUISE AT LUCKY STROKES GOLF, 7200 AIRPORT RD, BATH PA :30-8:30 PM; Door Prizes, 50/50, Silent Auction; All vehicles welcome Benefit Camelot House for Children; Website Host: Lehigh Valley Cruisers; Contact Debbie or Dick /09 CRUISE TREXLERTOWN SHOPPING CENTER IN TREXLERTOWN PA 5-8 PM; Weather Permitting; All vehicles welcome; DJ Sensational Sounds Host Mopar Madness ; Benefit Dream Come True 05/15-05/17 IMPORT & KIT NATIONALS AT CARLISLE /30 CRUISE TREXLERTOWN SHOPPING CENTER IN TREXLERTOWN PA 5-8 PM; Weather Permitting; All vehicles welcome; DJ Sensational Sounds Host Mopar Madness ; Benefit Dream Come True JUNE - 06/05-06/07 FORDS AT CARLISLE /10-06/13 MERCEDES BENZ INTERNATIOINAL 190SL GROUP CONVENTION 2220 Emrick Blvd, Bethlehem, PA 18080; Info /12 CRUISE AT LUCKY STROKES GOLF, 7200 AIRPORT RD, BATH PA :30-8:30 PM; Door Prizes, 50/50, Silent Auction; All vehicles welcome Benefit Camelot House for Children; Website Host: Lehigh Valley Cruisers; Contact Debbie or Dick /13 CRUISE TREXLERTOWN SHOPPING CENTER IN TREXLERTOWN PA 5-8 PM; Weather Permitting; All vehicles welcome; DJ Sensational SoundsHost Mopar Madness ; Benefit Dream Come True 06/20 CAR SHOW AT BOROUGH PARK IN PALMERTON PA 10-3 PM; Rain or Shine; Benefit Area Recreation; DJ: JP And Company Awards (community judged); Dash plaques to first 100 registered; Reg. DOS $10 Host: Palmerton Pace-Makers; Info: pace-maker@juno.com 06/21 26 TH ALL MOPAR FATHER S DAY CAR SHOW AT REAGLE DODGE RT 512, PEN ARGYL, PA 9-3; Rain Date SUN 06/28; New Reg. Hours 8-11 AM; Pre-Reg. by 06/10 $10, DOS $15 Host: Slate Belt Mighty Mopars Ltd For info & registration see or Rick Hageman /26-06/28 GM AT CARLISLE /26 CRUISE AT LUCKY STROKES GOLF, 7200 AIRPORT RD, BATH PA :30-8:30 PM; Door Prizes, 50/50, Silent Auction; All vehicles welcome Benefit Camelot House for Children; Website Host: Lehigh Valley Cruisers; Contact Debbie or Dick /27 CRUISE TREXLERTOWN SHOPPING CENTER IN TREXLERTOWN PA 5-8 PM; Weather Permitting; All vehicles welcome; DJ Sensational Sounds Host Mopar Madness ; Benefit Dream Come True

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17 Volume 4 Issue 2 Page 17 Ford Carlisle Friday June 5th thru Sunday June 7th, 2014 Registration is Now Open

18 Lehigh Valley Thunderbird Club 2899 Edgemont Drive Allentown, PA THUNDERWORD February 2015

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