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It seems that
there are more cars in some classes than others. Next year
the plan will be to break up these classes even more than
they are already. Next year you’ll notice “coupe” and “convertible”
for some classes, while other classes may be joined together
with other years to strengthen the class. I thought that separating
the 68-69 Cutlasses from the 70-72’s would be enough. We learn
as we go.
Make sure you read the info sheet in the envelope you’ll
receive, when you arrive at the show. It will explain everything
going on and will hopefully answer any questions you may have.
If not, find me and I’ll answer your questions. Look for my
name tag. You’ll also have a name tag. Please wear it so we
know who you are.
We are going to need some volunteers to count ballots at
the show so we know who wins what. Will you help? Please let
me know at the show, or it will be left to a few and we want
to enjoy our day too. Speaking of ballots, I am going to re-classify
the classes next year. Some classes have 15 cars entered while
others have 1 or two. If judging is something the membership
wants to continue, next year I’ll break some classes and split
the years. This will give more people a chance to take something
home.
Speaking of trophies, would anyone help with transporting
the trophies to the show? Ken Howard and I will be bringing
the music equipment and the door prizes. Ken has a 1971 442
W30 and I have a 1976. The trunks are only so big. If anyone
in the Edmonton area could stop by my house and pick up the
trophies that would be great. A wagon would work best, but
any help is appreciated. Otherwise I’m not sure what we’re
going to do. You don’t have to leave at 6 am like the two
Kens, just as long as you are at the show by 11:30 am - noon.
Please call me at 780-417-4062. Have a safe summer and I’m
looking forward to seeing you at the show.
Ken
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Summer, my favorite season. And
it’s July 1st, Canada Day to boot! Happy Canada Day! To our
U.S. members, Happy 4th of July. I love going to car shows
and meeting new people and taking about our club and my car.
….and speaking of car shows…
GSL’s All GM Show:
Don’t forget, that GSL Chev City in Calgary is hosting an
all GM show on August 14. There is no cost for participants.
The dealership is celebrating 100 years in business and has
invited us to join in with the other GM vehicles that will
be there. This may become a yearly event. If we get enough
people from Edmonton going, I’ll try to put together a caravan
together for this event. Let me know if you would like to
drive down as a group (or rolling car show). The people to
contact and you must RSVP so they have an idea on who will
be showing up, is Ashley and/or Marg at GSL. By email, it’s
Ashley Wolfe awolfe@gslchevcity.com or Marg Manovich manovich@gslchevcity.com
or call by phone at (403) 265-7690. If you’re thinking about
going, make a weekend out of it. The next day is the Olde
Towne Okotoks Show & Shine.
Club Business:
The club is growing. We are now sitting with 97 paid up members
and have expanded outside our region. We have members in Alberta,
of course and members in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba
as well as members from Texas and Arizona. Membership SNAFU:
In the last newsletter we named Dennis Roach as a new member
and gave him number 0596. In fact Dennis is a returning member
with number 0351 according to the 1999 roster. So, in keeping
with tradition, we are giving Colin Hafer membership number
0596 and Dennis his old number. The next new member will be
0607.
Rocket Round Up 2010:
Well, we have over 50 registered cars for the Round up in
Olds. Last year we had 50 registrations 3 days before the
show and 25 unexpected cars that showed up at the gate. We
usually get about 20-25 that just show up. This year we had
our 50th car by June 10 and we’re over that now. Who knows
if we’ll beat last year’s record (75 cars) which is the all
time record! The trophies have been ordered and the main goal
is to have a fun filled day no matter how many cars show up.
We’re hoping to have some club ball caps for sale. We paid
a little more, but feel we got good quality for our money.
These caps are pretty cool and will be the envy of the Oldsmobile
enthusiast. We only ordered 48 so if you want to be one of
the first to own one, get one as soon as you can. They will
be at the show if all goes as planned. Out of province members
can order one with an email or phone call to me.
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