Friends for FUN, SAFETY and KNOWLEDGE

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1 Friends for FUN, SAFETY and KNOWLEDGE Chapter Q meets the last Monday of each month. We eat at 6:00 p.m. and Meet at 7:00 p.m. Please join us at Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville, TN Page 1 of 21

2 CHAPTER DIRECTOR Page 3-4 CHAPTER EDUCATOR Page 5-6 NEW YEAR S MESSAGE Page 7 NEW CHAPTER Q MEMBER(S) Page 8 CHAPTER ACTIVITIES Pages 9-10 CHAPTER GOODIES FOR SALE Page 11 CHAPTER BIRTHDAYS AND ANNIVERSARIES Page 11 CHAPTER Q CALENDAR OF EVENTS Pages GWWRA CONTACT INFORMATION & CHAPTER Q TEAM Page 15 LET S GO VISITING Page 16 GWRRA MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION Pages SPRING FLING INFORMATION 2019 Pages Page 2 of 21

3 Cynthia Bidwell, TN Chapter Q Director Hello Chapter Q and friends, I hope everyone had a very Merry Christmas! The Christmas party was lots of fun, and we exchanged some very nice presents! We have booked the Lylewood for our 2019 Christmas party. Photos of our party begin on page 9. Here are the upcoming events for this month: January 1 Snowball Ride (weather permitting). Meet at Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville at 11:00 a.m. for lunch. January 5 Rural King, 1141 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville, TN. Rural King has a Customer Appreciation Day where we hand out hot dogs, and Chapter Q asks for donations for St. Jude s. Start at 10:00 a.m. and stop at 2:00 p.m. If you are able, please arrive at 9:30 a.m. to help Tom with setting up. We have a lot of fun! January 12 Dinner ride to Chapter Z for a plaque chase. They eat at 5:30 p.m.; meet at 6:30 p.m. at Shoney s, 2225 Carmack Blvd, Columbia, TN. We can car pool, and info on who s driving will be shared before the ride. Plaque awarded by number of riders and total miles riding. We need 5 riders to qualify. January 14 Chapter Q Staff Meeting 6:00 p.m., Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville, TN January 19 TN District Officers Conference, 9:00 a.m. Location: Gladeville Community Center, 95 McCrary Road, Lebanon, TN January 24 Dinner Ride to Bonfire Mongolian Grill, 6:00* p.m., 1767 Wilma Rudolph Blvd, Clarksville, TN. (Continued on next page) Page 3 of 21

4 January 28 Chapter Q Monthly Gathering, Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville, TN. Eat at 6:00; meet at 7:00. Please check the event calendar for additional future events. *Dinner rides will begin at 6:00 p.m. unless time is noted as 6:30 p.m. The later start time is due to travelling distance for dinner and to accommodate our working friends. Our current gathering place is at Shoney s. We are considering going back to the Golden Corral. We will let you know if this happens. Best wishes for a healthy, happy and safe New Year!! Cynthia Bidwell TN Chapter Q Director Page 4 of 21

5 Mickey Turner, Chapter Educator MAKING NEW YEAR S RESOLUTIONS Making New Year s resolutions are as traditional as the New Year itself. This is the time of year when people are thinking about what improvements they can make in their lives. Maybe change their behavior, maybe lose weight or try something new. So while you re thinking of resolutions to improve your life, give some thought to resolutions that improve your motorcycle safety. Here are some suggestions: Resolution # 1: Take an ARC riding course this year. Everyone should take a rider course periodically to maintain his or her riding skills. Learning and practicing proper techniques is the best way to ensure your own safety. Resolution # 2: Enroll in or renew your level and commitment in the Rider s Education Program. The only action needed is to commit to being a safe rider (or co-rider). As you become more experienced and more committed, move to a higher level by attending seminars and taking CPR/First Aid classes. Make a good example for others by practicing safe riding and wearing proper riding apparel. Resolution # 3: Practice the T-Clock Inspection before you ride. Check the tires, gauges, oil, lights, etc. Preventive maintenance is your responsibility. Negligence can jeopardize your safety, and cost you and your co-rider greatly. Resolution # 4: Become more active in Chapter activities. This is a good way to help each other become better (safer) riders. By being active in the Chapter you can share ideas and experiences between members, you can practice riding in group situations, and know about upcoming training and seminars. Resolution # 5: Attend more seminars, participate in Parking Lot Practices and read more about motorcycle safety. You can never have too much knowledge. By attending seminars you can benefit from the latest knowledge available about safe motorcycle riding and can learn alongside those who you ll likely be riding with. (Continued on next page) Page 5 of 21

6 Resolution #5: (Continued) Same goes for Parking lot practices. This is an opportunity to practice some skills and experience some road hazard situations in a protected environment. Read, read, read. The Internet is full of websites concerning motorcycle safety and maintenance. Good articles can be found in the Wing World, and the Gold Book has much useful information on what to do. Also, each month a short article (like this one) is in the Chapter newsletter. Resolution # 6: Make the Year 2019 the best ever. Resolve to increase your knowledge and skills to make safe journeys that will bring us together on the roads and get us back home again. To a Safe, New Year! Mickey Turner Chapter Educator Page 6 of 21

7 We don't have a glass of champagne, but we would like to make a toast to Chapter Q. May she prosper in the New Year. May those of us who are Chapter Q, continue to enjoy good camaraderie, safe riding, and just plain fun. Here's to you (and us) Chapter Q! Connie and Mickey Page 7 of 21

8 Introducing one of our new members, Mr. Frank Washington, Sr.: Frank was born in West Helena, Arkansas on June 2, He is married to Mrs. Barbara Washington, and they have 4 children. Frank served in the US Army from September, 1975 until he retired in June, In 1975, he accepted his call into the Gospel ministry and continues to serve today as the Pastor of the New Way Community Church, Church of God in Christ (C.O.G.I.C.). Frank became interested in riding motorcycles in 1981 because the price for a gallon of gas reached $1 per gallon. A motorcycle was a very economical mode of transportation. Motorcycling started as transportation but quickly evolved to great enjoyment. Frank s first motorcycle was a Kawasaki 550 LTD, and then he moved up to a Kawasaki 750 Vulcan. The Goldwing that he now rides is his third bike, but the Goldwing is his dream bike (Yeaah!) Frank enjoys riding for peace of mind, scenery and getting to visit nice places. WELCOME, FRANK! SO GLAD THAT YOU CHOSE TO RIDE WITH GWRRA AND CHAPTER Q!!! Page 8 of 21

9 Christmas Party Cindy and Al Bidwell Page 9 of 21

10 Enjoying our delicious dinner! Page 10 of 21

11 ITEM PRICE (Each) Hats $20 Flags $10 Patches (Large) $10 Patches (Small) $5 Pins $5 Hanger Bars $2 Christmas Ornaments $10 Bolero with GWRRA Medallion $10 Polo Shirts $35 To purchase any item or order a shirt, please contact Connie Turner Happy Birthday to: Tom Murray January 30 Happy Anniversary to: John and Debbie Longest January 22 Page 11 of 21

12 January 2019 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Rural Snowball Ride King/St. Jude s Dinner Ride to Chapter Z Chapter Q Staff Mtg. TN District Officers Conf Dinner Ride Chapter Q Gathering January 1 Snowball Ride (weather permitting). Meet at Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville at 11:00 a.m. for lunch. January 5 Rural King, 1141 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville, TN. Rural King has a Customer Appreciation Day where we hand out hot dogs, and Chapter Q asks for donations for St. Jude s. Start at 10:00 a.m. and stop at 2:00 p.m. If you are able, please arrive at 9:30 a.m. to help Tom with setting up. We have a lot of fun! January 12 Dinner ride to Chapter Z for a plaque chase. They eat at 5:30 p.m.; meet at 6:30 p.m. at Shoney s, 2225 Carmack Blvd, Columbia, TN. We can car pool, and info on who s driving will be shared before the ride. Plaque awarded by number of riders and total miles riding. We need 5 riders to qualify. We meet at Exit 11; kickstands up at 4:00 p.m. January 14 Chapter Q Staff Meeting 6:00 p.m., Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville, TN January 19 TN District Officers Conference, 9:00 a.m. Location: Gladeville Community Center, 95 McCrary Road, Lebanon, TN January 24 Dinner Ride to Bonfire Mongolian Grill, 6:00 p.m., 1767 Wilma Rudolph Blvd, Clarksville, TN. January 28 Chapter Q Monthly Gathering, Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville, TN. Eat at 6:00; meet at 7:00. (Subject to change will keep everyone informed of any changes). Page 12 of 21

13 February 2019 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 Rural King/St. Judes Dinner Ride Chocolate Ride Chapter Q Staff Meeting Dinner Ride Chapter Q Gathering February 2 Rural King, 1141 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville, TN. Rural King has a Customer Appreciation Day where we hand out hot dogs, and Chapter Q asks for donations for St. Jude s. Start at 10:00 a.m. and stop at 2:00 p.m. If you are able, please arrive at 9:30 a.m. to help Tom with setting up. We have a lot of fun! February 7 Dinner Ride 6:00 p.m. Catfish House, 1461 Zinc Plant Rd, Clarksville, TN February 9 Chocolate Ride Chocolate Tour, Historic Covington Square, 106 West Liberty Ave., Covington, TN Event phone: Event from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Meet at Papa Rock in Woodlawn, TN. Kickstands up at 8:00 a.m. February 11 Chapter Q Staff Meeting 6:00 p.m., Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville, TN. February 21 Dinner Ride 6:00 p.m. Olive Garden, 2782 Wilma Rudolph Blvd., Clarksville, TN February 25 Chapter Q Monthly Gathering, Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville, TN. Eat at 6:00; meet at 7:00. (Subject to change will keep everyone informed of any changes). Page 13 of 21

14 March 2019 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 2 Rural King/St. Judes Dinner Ride Chapter Q Staff Meeting Dinner Ride Chapter Q Gathering March 2 Rural King, 1141 Fort Campbell Blvd, Clarksville, TN. Rural King has a Customer Appreciation Day where we hand out hot dogs, and Chapter Q asks for donations for St. Jude s. Start at 10:00 a.m. and stop at 2:00 p.m. If you are able, please arrive at 9:30 a.m. to help Tom with setting up. We have a lot of fun! March 7 Dinner Ride 6:00 p.m. Firehouse Subs, 3075 Wilma Rudolph Blvd., Clarksville, TN March 21 Dinner Ride 6:00 p.m. Casa Blanca Mexican Restaurant, 700 N. Riverside Drive, Clarksville, TN March 25 Chapter Q Monthly Gathering, Shoney s, 791 N. 2 nd Street, Clarksville, TN. Eat at 6:00; meet at 7:00. (Subject to change will keep everyone informed of any changes). Page 14 of 21

15 GWRRA President DISTRICT DIRECTORS CHAPTER Q DIRECTOR Anita Alkire Gary and Patti Hamilton Cindy Bidwell tn.gwrra.dd@gmail.com Longestcynth@aol.com CHAPTER Q TEAM CHAPTER RIDE COORDINATOR Mickey Turner - goldwingmick@hotmail.com CHAPTER TREASURER Connie Turner RIDE PLANNER Dave Jones - dbjfree@charter.net MEMBERSHIP ENHANCEMENT PROGRAM COORDINATORS Tom & Pat Murray - t123eagle@bellsouth.net DINNER RIDE COORDINATOR Vacant CHAPTER OF THE YEAR CO-COORDINATORS Jan Peterson - tnchapterq@gmail.com Connie Turner SUNSHINE COUPLE Tom & Pat Murray - t123eagle@bellsouth.net NEWSLETTER EDITOR Ruth Graham - rgraham414@comcast.net WEBMASTER Dennis Peterson - tnchapterq@gmail.com Page 15 of 21

16 Chapter A ---- Last Tuesday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm: Golden Corral, 315 Old Lebanon Dirt Rd, Hermitage, TN. CDs: Troy & Vickie Hurt; Chapter A rd Monday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm : Shoney s, 1021 W Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN. CDs: Bob Mack; Chapter B ----1st Tuesday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm: Shoney's Restaurant, 2405 Andersonville Hwy, Clinton, TN. Senior CDs: Tom Peck; Chapter C rd Tuesday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm: Mama's House Buffet, 2608 North John B Dennis Highway Kingsport, TN. CDs: Richard & Connie Pendleton; Chapter C rd Thursday ~ Eat 6:30 pm/meet 7:00 pm: Shoney s Restaurant, 4148 U.S. 127, Crossville, TN. CD: Randy Ryan; Chapter E -2nd Saturday ~Eat 9:00 am/meet 10:00 am: Shoney s Restaurant, 267 N. Lowry Street, Smyrna, TN. CDs: Randy & Delores Galloway; Chapter F -3rd Thursday ~ Eat 6:00pm/Meet at 7:00pm: Golden Corral, 2905 West Andrew Johnson Highway, Morristown, TN. CDs: Bob and Gayle Babcock; Chapter G rd Thursday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm: Gondola Pizza & Steak House, 412 E. Carroll St. (Hwy 55) Tullahoma, TN. CDs: Dennis & Anne Greer; Chapter H---- 4th Saturday ~ Eat 9:00 am/meet 10:00 am: Shoney s, 1306 Murfreesboro Road, Franklin, TN. (Off I-65 Exit 65-West of I-65). CDs: Will & Thu Horsley, willchapterh@gmail.com, Chapter L st Saturday ~ Eat 9:00 am/meet 10:00 am: Shoney s, 814 S. Cumberland St., Lebanon, TN. Senior CDs: Andrew & Debbie Smith; (615-78GWRRA) Chapter M nd Tuesday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm : 550 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr. Lenior City, TN CDs: Brian & Loretta Richards; Chapter N st Saturday ~ Meet 5:00 pm/eat 6:00 pm: Latham s Meat Market 3517 N Highland Ave, Jackson, TN. CDs: Jeff & Shari Douglas; Chapter O st Tuesday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm: Golden Corral, 350 Stuart Rd. NE (I-75 Exit 27), Cleveland, TN CD: Shane McAmis & Amanda Cronan; Chapter Q ---- Last Monday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm. Shoney s on 791 N 2 nd street Clarksville CD: Cindy Bidwell; Chapter S rd Saturday ~ Eat 1:00 pm/meet 2:00 pm: Johnson s Crossroads, 3200 TN 25 Cottontown, TN (intersection of 25 and 76) CDs: Grant & Carol Bottomley; Chapter T th Saturday of the Month Eat at 9:00am / Meet at 10:00am Golden Corral, 6612 Clinton Hwy Knoxville, TN CDs: Bobby & Debby Cash; Chapter V nd Saturday ~ Eat 9:00 am/meet 10:00 am: Honda Southern Power Sports, 1394 Workman Road, Chattanooga, TN. CD: John (Wes) Billings ; Chapter W rd Saturday ~ Eat 6:00 pm/meet 7:00 pm: Perkins, 1340 S. Germantown Pkwy, Memphis, TN. CDs: Ivan & Leesa Coburn; Chapter Y rd Saturday ~ Eat 9:00 am/meet 10:00 am: Cannonsburgh Village, 403 Hickerson Drive, Jaycee Building, Murfreesboro, TN. CDs: Wesley & Cindy Neal; Chapter Z nd Saturday ~ Eat 5:30 pm/meet 6:30 pm: Shoney s 2225 Carmack Blvd Columbia TN. CDs: Charlie and Pam Huffman Page 16 of 21

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19 37th Annual Tennessee District Spring Fling May 2 May 4, 2019 Pigeon Forge, TN Let Go Hawaiian HOST HOTELS Our host hotels this year are each part of SMOKY MOUNTAIN RESORTS Reservations for any one of them can be made by calling their reservation center at Be sure to mention Gold Wing Road Riders Association (GWRRA) when making your reservation. RAMADA INN PIGEON FORGE SOUTH 4010 Parkway Rates will be $79.00 / night Wed thru Sat. This is the Host Hotel and the location for the vendors and all activities to include the Talent Show and Closing COUNTRY CASCADES 204 Sharon Drive Rates starting at $79 / night CREEKSTONE INN 4034 River Road S. Rates starting at $58 / night Here is the link for the registration form: Page 19 of 21

20 Registration Please Print Clearly Rider State Chapter GWRRA # Exp. Date Age Position Is this your first TN District Rally? Y N Circle all that apply: Male Female 1UP 2UP Bike Trike Sidecar Other Co-Rider State Chapter GWRRA # Exp. Date Age Position Is this your first TN District Rally? Y N Circle all that apply: Male Female 1UP 2UP Bike Trike Sidecar Other Street City State Zip Phone Distance to Rally (one way) Liability Release All Registrants Must Sign We agree to hold harmless GWRRA, the co-sponsoring organization, and any property owners for any loss or injury to self or property by any reason by participating in this rally. Signature Date Signature Date *Must be pre-registered for Master s Breakfast; tickets will not be sold on-site. ** 1 Grand Prize tickets included with Pre-Registration Day pass will be available on site for $15.00 Per Day. Note: All refunds are subject to $15 handling fee. No refunds after April 13, 2019, without the District Director's approval. Early Bird Deadline March 10, 2019 Early Bird prize is $ by DRAWING First Grand Prize is $1, second Grand Prize is $ All Pre-registration forms must be received by April 10, 2019 ** All full registrations will increase by $5.00 after April ** GWRRA Members *** $30 x = $ Life Members *** $25 x = $ Non-Members *** $35 x = $ Year Olds $10 x = $ 12 Years Old and under FREE with a paying Adult Page 20 of 21

21 Master s Breakfast* $15 x = $ Grand Prize Tickets** $1 ea or 6 for $5.00 x = $ Shirt Orders Registration total $ SS Tee S, M, L, XL - $14 / 2XL & up - $17 Size Quantity Amount $ Size Quantity Amount $ LS Tee S, M, L, XL - $17 / 2XL & up- $20 Size Quantity Amount $ Size Quantity Amount $ SS Golf S, M, L, XL - $23 / 2XL & up Size Quantity Amount $ Size Quantity Amount $ Shirt Total Grand Total $ $ The show is after Closing Saturday 8:00 PM. Cost is $36.00 per person. You must Pre-register on line at: &pid= &coupon=goldwings. Or you can call and ask for Mark Thomas group sales. Mention Goldwing rally association and the date (May 4th). This will be the 8 pm show. Please make payment to TN GWRRA Mail Entire Page with Check or Money Order (no cash) to: Bob Mack 1470 River Road Kingston, TN Here is also a link for the registration form: Page 21 of 21