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SPONSORED BY HEDRICK'S CHEVROLET "HOME OF THE LONGEST RUNNING ANNUAL CORVETTE EVENT ON THE PLANET" ESTABLISHED 1963 NOVEMBER 2016 COMING EVENTS NOVEMBER 11, FRIDAY - VETERANS DAY PARADE NOVEMBER 19,

1 SPONSORED BY HEDRICK'S CHEVROLET "HOME OF THE LONGEST RUNNING ANNUAL CORVETTE EVENT ON THE PLANET" ESTABLISHED 1963 NOVEMBER 2016 COMING EVENTS NOVEMBER 11, FRIDAY - VETERANS DAY PARADE NOVEMBER 19, SATURDAY - MELODRAMA OCEANO DECEMBER 3, SATURDAY - CHRISTMAS PARTY AT PARDINI S JANUARY 28-29, SATURDAY & SUNDAY - ICE BREAKER - MONTEREY APRIL ST GEORGE UT, BRYCE CANYON AND ZION

2 CHUCK WARE PRESIDENT DAVE TRAUGER VP ACTIVITIES ROBB KOCHEVAR MEMBERSHIP RUTH LOONEY SECRETARY GERRI WARE TREASURER CHRIS CAMPBELL WEBMASTER JIM AGAR NEWSLETTER ALLEN TEIXEIRA WSCC REP:

CORVETTES OF FRESNO, INC Is a non-profit organization formed by those owners who are proud to drive America s only true sports car THE CORVETTE Our club meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the third

3 CORVETTES OF FRESNO, INC Is a non-profit organization formed by those owners who are proud to drive America s only true sports car THE CORVETTE Our club meetings are held at 7:00 pm on the third Tuesday of the month at Yosemite Falls Cafe 4020 North Cedar Between Dakota & Ashlan on the East side of Cedar If you are an interested Corvette owner, we invite you to attend. The one time initiation fee is $30.00 and covers the cost of your Corvettes of Fresno window sticker, membership directory, club by-laws, nametag and many other goodies. The annual dues are $95.00 per year per couple, or $77.00 per year per individual. COF BOARD MEETING NOTICE CORVETTES OF FRESNO BOARD MEETINGS ARE HELD THE FIRST TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH AT THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY ON SHAW NEAR CEDAR AVE START TIME IS 6:30 PM EVERYONE IS WELCOME CORVETTES OF FRESNO, INC 2016 OFFICERS President: Bert Sherman president@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: Vice Pres.: Chuck Feccia events@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: Secretary: Nancy Teixeira secretary@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: Treasurer: Gerri Ware treasurer@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: Membership: Clay Mumby membership@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: Webmaster: Chris Campbell webmaster@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: Newsletter: Jim Agar newsletter@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: WSCC Representative: Allen Teixeira representative@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: Sunshine: Ruth Looney sunshine@corvettesoffresno.com Phone: was the first year for a HEI distributor. The convertible was discontinued after the 1975 model year and would not reappear again until GM cited declining sales for convertibles (only 4,629 units in '75) and safety concerns as reasons for killing the ragtops. FIBERGLASS FOREVER IS A MONTHLY PUBLICATION. PLEASE SUBMIT ARTICLES NO LATER THAN THE THIRD THURSDAY OF EACH MONTH VIA TO: newsletter@corvettesoffresno.com

5 CORVETTES OF FRESNO - GENERAL MEETING MINUTES OCTOBER 18, 2016 Call to Order: President Bert Sherman called the meeting to order at 7:03 P.M. Board Members present were Nancy Teixeira, Chuck Feccia., Gerri Ware and Clay Mumby. Jim Agar was absent. The Pledge of Allegiance was shared by all. Secretaries Report: Minutes of the meeting September 2016 are published in the COF newsletter. A motion to waive the reading of the September 2016 minutes was made by Carol Trauger and seconded by Chris Campbell, Motion carried. A motion to accept the minutes as printed in the October newsletter was made by Louie Biglieri and seconded by Jackey Christani, motion carried unanimously! Treasurers Report: Gerri Ware reported the accounts activity for September, which is on file to be reviewed by members only. A Motion was made to approve the treasures report as read by Lee Delap and seconded by Angie DiLiddo. Motion carried unanimously. Membership:. Clay Mumby reported we have 66 members present including 7 guests. Guests were John Maddox and Shawn Brooks, John and Jeff Kuykendall, Roger Williams, and Tom and Pat Rebello. Corvettes of Fresno have 125 members and 86 corvettes. October Anniversaries and Birthdays were acknowledged. The name tag drawing for October is $ Communication: Jim Agar was absent Webmaster: Webmaster Chris Campbell said the site is up to date but the Kozera drone run video was removed from the website by the owner of the video. WSCC: Allen Teixeira reported he will be sending the membership dues in to WSCC in the next couple days. He also wrote an article about Tahoe 48 which should be in the next Redline. He has not received notice of any upcoming meetings. Activities: Please refer to the Calendar of events in the club newsletter, or on the club web site, for more details and up to date information. Guests are encouraged to attend any event, come join the fun! Remember all sign up sheets are on the side table. Past Events: Sept 24 Meet and Eat at Sakura Chaya, Clay Mumby reported 32 attended Oct 4 COF Board Meeting Spaghetti Factory 6:30 pm Oct 11 Tahoe 48 wrap up meeting 7pm Denny s Blackstone and Herndon Allen reported that Tahoe 48 made $ and in December the checks will be delivered to the three charities picked which are Marjaree Mason, Ronald McDonald House, and Hinds Hospice. He will again co-chair Tahoe 49 with Jim Agar and the next planning meeting will not be until January. We also would like to get a committee together to start planning Tahoe 50, so if you are interested please come to Tahoe 49 meeting in January. Up Coming Events: Oct 22 Grapes and Grits Run, Wares and Feccia s chair, Wine tasting and dinner at Lee s Kitchen on Ave 12 Madera Ranchos, meet at 12:30 at Applebee s Friant and Fresno. Wine tasting costs $5.00 per person and will be stopping at 2 wineries and then be at Lee s at 3pm.and cost there is $15.00 per person including tip and beverage. Nov 1 COF Board meeting 6:30 Spaghetti Factory Nov 11 Veterans Day parade, Billie Talley Chairing, more details later

Nov 15 COF General Meeting 7pn Yosemite Falls on Cedar at Granite Park Nov 19 Melodrama Oceano Biglieri s and Trauger s chairing need to make your own reservation for Melodrama and Condos, 2 tickets

00 per person Angie DiLiddo chair please indicate if you want chicken or beef on sign or when you pay. Jan 3, 2017 Board meeting 6:30 Spaghetti Factory Jan 10, 2017 Tahoe 49 meeting 7:00 P.M.

6 Nov 15 COF General Meeting 7pn Yosemite Falls on Cedar at Granite Park Nov 19 Melodrama Oceano Biglieri s and Trauger s chairing need to make your own reservation for Melodrama and Condos, 2 tickets for melodrama available and also a room. We will meet at 8:30 in Lemoore at 41 and Bush Chevron Station. Dec 3 Christmas Party at Pardini s $35.00 per person Angie DiLiddo chair please indicate if you want chicken or beef on sign or when you pay. Jan 3, 2017 Board meeting 6:30 Spaghetti Factory Jan 10, 2017 Tahoe 49 meeting 7:00 P.M. Denny s Herndon and Blackstone Jan Ice Breaker Monterey Steve Profera chairing, get your room reservations by Dec 13 th. Will leave at 7:30 a.m. from Herndon and 99 and route is a mystery April Trip to St George, Bryce Canyon and Zion chaired by Jim Agar and Allen Teixeira make your hotel reservations NOW if you haven t already and the run is now full. Sunshine Report Ruth Looney was absent so Gerri Ware reported we received 2 thank you notes for plants sent from Gwen Cox and Billie Talley. Betty Foster broke her hip and had surgery and is now in Rehab at Pacific Gardens and Dave said she is doing okay but will probably be there 2 to 3 more weeks. Old Business: Allen Teixeira said if you have any changes not already reported for the directory please let him or Kerry Dehmel know as soon as possible so Kerry can get them printed. Allen also wanted to again thank everyone who helped with Tahoe and also his committee of Jim and Lynn Agar, Jerry and JoAnn Najarian, Nick and Angie DiLiddo, and Nancy Teixeira. New Business: Angie DiLiddo commented on the new microphone and Bert Sherman thanked Chris Campbell for getting it for the club. Nominees for the Board are the following Chuck Ware President, Dave Trauger 1 st Vice Pres(Activities), Robb Kochevar 2 nd Vice Pres(Membership) and Ruth Looney Secretary. Since none of the offices are being challenged we just need a motion to accept the nominations, Louie Biglieri made the motion and Carol Trauger seconded. Every one was in favor, motion passed to accept the above new officers. Betsy Lindegren has volunteered to be the new Sunshine person. Bert Sherman thanked all the outgoing Board members. Name Tag Drawing:.The drawing is $40.00 for October, Jeanne Dehmel s name was drawn and she was wearing her name tag so she won the $ November drawing will be $ /25/25 Raffle: Lan Mumby s had the first ticket drawn in the 50/25/25 raffle for $53.00 and the second ticket was also Lan Mumby for $ A 10% discount and free shipping on any order placed with Mid America was also given to the 50/25/25 winners. There being no further business a motion was made by Angie and Nick DiLiddo to adjourn the meeting and was seconded by Carol Trauger the meeting was adjourned at 7:53 pm. Respectfully submitted by, Nancy Teixeira By/ net NANCY TEIXEIRA SECRETARY

Membership Clay reported that as of the 2016 Calendar Year COF has 125 members and 86 cars.

and Pat Rebello. Nametag drawing Jeanne Dehmel s name was drawn & She was present. Jeanne won $40.00 The drawing will be for $10.

Club Directories and Updates The 2016 electronic copy of the club membership directory is available online at www.corvettesoffresno.

JUDI REINKE 6 - SHERI GARLOCK 7 FRANK BATTAGLIA 10 - SANDY DAMI 12 NINA GAGNEBIN 14 - JOAN KOZERA 16 - DON DUKES 17 BILL SAHATDJIAN 17 -

7 Membership Clay reported that as of the 2016 Calendar Year COF has 125 members and 86 cars. Members & Guests Total attendance: Members & 7 Guests, John Maddox, Shawn Brooks, John and Jeff Kuykendall, Roger Williams, and Tom and Pat Rebello. Nametag drawing Jeanne Dehmel s name was drawn & She was present. Jeanne won $40.00 The drawing will be for $10.00 next month. Remember to wear your nametag at the meeting for a chance to win. Club Directories and Updates The 2016 electronic copy of the club membership directory is available online at (contact Chris Campbell for the new access info) CLAY MUMBY MEMBERSHIP NOVEMBER ANNIVERSARIES NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS ALLEN TEIXEIRA 5 - JUDI REINKE 6 - SHERI GARLOCK 7 FRANK BATTAGLIA 10 - SANDY DAMI 12 NINA GAGNEBIN 14 - JOAN KOZERA 16 - DON DUKES 17 BILL SAHATDJIAN 17 - MICHAEL LABRUCHERIE 27 SHIRLEY DOSHER 30 50/25/25 DRAWING WINNERS LAN MUMBY WON BOTH DRAWINGS FOR A TOTAL OF $ CONGRATULATIONS! SKIP & LUCY HURLIMANN WERE MARRIED ON SEPTEMBER 26, 2016 AT LAKE TAHOE BETSY LINDEGREN HAS VOLUNTEERED TO BE OUR NEW SUNSHINE PERSON

NOVEMBER 1, 2016 - TUESDAY - BOARD MEETING 6:30 PM AT THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY ON SHAW NEAR CEDAR AVE NOVEMBER 11, FRIDAY - VETERANS DAY PARADE - BILLIE TALLEY - MORE INFO TO FOLLOW NOVEMBER 15,

CEDAR IN GRANITE PARK NOVEMBER 19 - SATURDAY -MELODRAMA TRIP TO OCEANO LOUIS BIGLIERI AND DAVE TRAUGER DECEMBER 3 - SATURDAY - CHRISTMAS PARTY AT PARDINI S $35.00 PER PERSON ANGIE DILIDDO CHAIR.

8 NOVEMBER 1, TUESDAY - BOARD MEETING 6:30 PM AT THE OLD SPAGHETTI FACTORY ON SHAW NEAR CEDAR AVE NOVEMBER 11, FRIDAY - VETERANS DAY PARADE - BILLIE TALLEY - MORE INFO TO FOLLOW NOVEMBER 15, TUESDAY - GENERAL MEETING 7:00 PM AT YOSEMITE FALLS CAFE LOCATED AT 4020 N. CEDAR IN GRANITE PARK NOVEMBER 19 - SATURDAY -MELODRAMA TRIP TO OCEANO LOUIS BIGLIERI AND DAVE TRAUGER DECEMBER 3 - SATURDAY - CHRISTMAS PARTY AT PARDINI S $35.00 PER PERSON ANGIE DILIDDO CHAIR. JANUARY 28-29, ICE BREAKER MONTEREY STEVE PROFERA CHAIRING, GET YOUR ROOM RESERVATIONS WILL BE LEAVING AT 7:30 AM AND ROUTE IS A MYSTERY APRIL TRIP TO ST GEORGE, BRYCE CANYON AND ZION CHAIRED BY JIM AGAR AND ALLEN TEIXEIRA. CHUCK FECCIA Sunshine Report Gerri Ware reported we received 2 thank you notes for plants sent from Gwen Cox and Billie Talley. Betty Foster broke her hip and had surgery and is now in Rehab at Pacific Gardens and Dave said she is doing okay but will probably be there 2 to 3 more weeks. WSCC Allen Teixeira reported he will be sending the membership dues in to WSCC in the next couple days. He also wrote an article about Tahoe 48 which should be in the next Redline. He has not received notice of any upcoming meetings. PLAN A RUN! TAKE US TO YOUR FAVORITE PLACE "ALL RUNS ARE FUN" MEET & EATS DAY TRIPS OVERNIGHTERS IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO PLAN A RUN BUT ARE NOT QUITE SURE HOW TO PROCEED, PLEASE ASK ANY BOARD MEMBER FOR HELP. THE NEXT TAHOE MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE JANUARY 10, TUESDAY - 7PM DENNY S - BLACKSTONE AND HERNDON We also would like to get a committee together to start planning Tahoe 50, so if you are interested please come to Tahoe 49 meeting in January.

11 ICE BREAKER 2017 The event is scheduled for Saturday, January 28, 2017 and the route will be a mystery type of run. The Club will be leaving from (restaurant parking lot) at Highway 99 and Herndon Avenue in Fresno at 7:30 AM. Please arrive at least 20 minutes early to sign the insurance sheet, a quick drivers meeting and receive typed instructions regarding the route, it will be different from last year. The route will include a winery stop, a point of interest and lunch. Reservations at Casa Munras: Hotel address: 700 Munras Avenue, Monterey, CA You must make your reservations no later than TUESDAY December 13, 2016 to receive the Corvettes of Fresno special rate. Reservation telephone Monday Friday between 8:00 AM 6:00 PM please be advised only at those times and number will the special rate be given. If you call at any other time or reservation number the call will go through to central reservations and they will have no clue as to our special rate. Deluxe Q/Q with fireplace - $ for Saturday January 28, 2017 Traditional King - $ for Saturday January 28, 2017 Deluxe King with fireplace - $ for Saturday January 28, 2017 Upon check in you will receive a coupon good for a 10% discount on food in the restaurant at the hotel. HAPPY HOUR! A table, plastic glassware and ice will be provided for your convenience, please NO GLASS in the pool area. Feel free to bring snacks of your choice. COMMUNICATIONS: We shall use channel 4 for communications. Steve Profera: cell (alternate: Jackey ). What an outstanding way to start off the new year with beautiful cars, fabulous California scenery, great camaraderie and full tanks. Please sign up on the Club Run Sheet early, we may split a large group and have alternate departure times if necessary.

Please join us for our Annual Christmas Party Saturday December 3, 2016 at Pardini's 2257 W Shaw Fresno, Ca 6:00 pm - No Host Bar 7:00-8:00 pm Dinner 8:00-10:00 pm - Music by JT & Sarah $35 per

12 Please join us for our Annual Christmas Party Saturday December 3, 2016 at Pardini's 2257 W Shaw Fresno, Ca 6:00 pm - No Host Bar 7:00-8:00 pm Dinner 8:00-10:00 pm - Music by JT & Sarah $35 per person Enjoy a dinner of Braised pan Roast Beef or Chicken Piccata Hosted by: Nick & Angie Diliddo Please RSVP not later than November 20, 2016 Make checks payable to Corvettes of Fresno DAY 1 - SATURDAY ITINERARY FRESNO TO ST GEORGE, UT MILES LA QUINTA INN CRACKER BARREL SYCAMORE ESTATES DAY 2 - SUNDAY BREAKFAST AT THE HOTEL TOUR ST GEORGE & SURROUNDING AREAS LUNCH AT SAND HOLLOW GOLF COURSE THE RIB & CHOP HOUSE STONE CLIFF ESTATES LA QUINTA INN DAY 3 - MONDAY BREAKFAST AT THE HOTEL DRIVE TO BRYCE NATIONAL PARK 160 MILES LUNCH AT RUBY'S INN TOUR BRYCE CANYON - 36 MILES ROUND TRIP OVERNIGHT AT BRYCE CANYON GRAND HOTEL DINNER AT COWBOY'S BUFFET & STEAK ROOM DAY 4 - TUESDAY BREAKFAST AT THE HOTEL DRIVE TO ST GEORGE VIA ZION NATIONAL PARK MILES CAFE RIO BACKSTAGE TOUR AT TUACAHN AMPHITHEATRE SODA BREAK & TOUR AT HARMON'S GROCERY STORE BBQ DINNER & BRIDAL GATE ESTATES OVERNIGHT AT LA QUINTA INN DAY 5 - WEDNESDAY THE HOTEL HEAD FOR HOME MILES LA QUINTA INN & SUITES ASK FOR CORVETTES OF FRESNO GROUP RATE SATURDAY APRIL 22, $ SUNDAY APRIL 23, $98.10 TUESDAY 25, $98.10 RATES ARE + TAX FULL BREAKFAST INCLUDED BRYCE CANYON GRAND HOTEL ASK FOR ROOM BLOCK CORVETTES OF FRESNO/IND GROUP CODE - 05G MONDAY APRIL 24, $ TAX FULL BREAKFAST INCLUDED

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ESTABLISHED 1963 OCTOBER 2016

SPONSORED BY HEDRICK'S CHEVROLET "HOME OF THE LONGEST RUNNING ANNUAL CORVETTE EVENT ON THE PLANET" ESTABLISHED 1963 OCTOBER 2016 4th QUARTER EVENTS OCTOBER 22, SATURDAY - GRAPES AND GRITS RUN NOVEMBER