December

On Saturday, December 8th, our new District Directors, Ed & Barb Mushlit graciously opened their home to the Chapter, for the annual Christmas party. Those present were our hosts, Ed & Barb Mushlit, Art & Mel Lane, Richard & Nancy King, John & Micki Poor, Allen & Claudette Cyr, Bob & Cheryl Norcross, & Dennis & Sandy Wright.  We all enjoyed the fellowship, good food, had our knowledge tested with triva games & prizes. Barb had a picture board with Chapter member's baby pictures on it and we all had to try to figure out who was who. Needless to say we have all definitely changed over the years. We watched a DVD slide show with music that was a combination of rides & rallies over the past 3 years.

A not so brief meeting was held.  No Treasurer report given other than to announce that a donation
would be sent to the Amercian Cancer Society In Honor of Dennis Libby. Also, this year's charity was an adopted family from the Women's Abuse Center.

The Winter Bash was discussed. The annual event is being held April 4th, 5th, & 6th, at the Green Granite Inn, in NH. More details to follow in future newsletters. Bob & Cheryl checked out a few places that can accommodate all that attend that weekend. Some of the happenings that weekend will be the silent auction, games and a social gathering.  Allen & Claudette will be making further arrangements soon.  

Allen & Claudette wishes to extend an invitation to everyone to join them in a pot luck get-to-gether at their home on Saturday, January 19th at 2:00 P.M.

Possibly in February, an afternoon of bowling and then supper at a restraurant. More details in the next newsletter.

Allen reported that he had not had any luck in getting the digitized pattern of the Mainely Wings Chapter C logo, so after the holidays are over Dennis & I will check into getting a new one done up so if anyone wants to purchase a shirt with the logo we will have the means to have them done once again.

Have been looking for suggestions for rides this upcoming season.  There will be a change in the riding schedule this year. Instead of riding every weekend, the schedule will be the 1st and 3rd weekend of
the month for a club ride. (whether it will be a Saturday or Sunday or alternating is still up for suggestions). If on the off weekends a chapter member decides they are going for a ride somewhere, and would like the company, send us an email and we can let everyone know and they could get in touch with the member and go along for the ride. Also too, if there happens to be a special event going on, a ride can be scheduled. One suggestion was to get in touch with other chapters and maybe combine a ride with them.

A reminder that the dedicaton to the 4 Corners Park in Madawaska is June 28th & 29th 2008. There is an Acadian Festival going on the same weekend, so book your rooms soon if you plan on attending. That is also the same time that some will be headed for South Carolina to the Wing Ding.

The floor was given to Claudette and she gave an update on items purchased for the adopted family. This year's family is a mother with 2 girls ages 9 & 5. This family should have a Merry Christmas thanks
to all of you who generously donated for the cause. A very special thank you to all of you. We would also like to thank Claudette Cyr and Mel Lane for taking care of all the shopping for this family.
Ed had reported that there has been no New England Rally registration forms printed yet, but should be soon. You can go ahead and make your hotel reservations to the host hotel and mention
GWRRA. As luck will have, as this letter is being written, the rally registration form is now in and you can go to www.newenglandrally.org to sign up, or print out the form to mail in.

 Here is a note from our District Directors
By now I suppose most of you are suffering from P.M.S. (Parked Motorcycle Syndrome) as I am.
Our good friends who venture south for the winter are able to avoid this condition.
Barb and I would like to wish everyone a joyous and happy holiday season. We hope that all of you and yours stay healthy, safe and warm.  It’s also a great time of year to begin thinking about all of the
upcoming events, rides and rally's in 2008. It’s also a good time to be thinking about how you can assist by volunteering to participate in fundraisers, rider education, membership enhancement or perhaps
showing some interest in filling some available officer positions. It’s a wonderful way to meet new friends and renew old friendships. It can be a bundle of fun to boot. Contact Dennis and Sandy now and show your support and interest in GWRRA and the greatest district and best chapter in New England.  Don’t forget to sign up for the All New England Districts Rally to be held in Rutland, VT.
July 17, 18 & 19. Rally registration info are now posted. Stay tuned and THINK SPRING !
Yours truly, Ed & Barbara Mushlit

Also too, here is a message from our Assistant Chapter Director, Dennis Libby.
On November 14th Dennis rode to Augusta to for a Chemo treatment.  When he left for Augusta, it was 28 degrees. On the ride home it was 50 degrees. Thanksgiving he was in the hospital for a blockage in his stomach. Got the blockage cleared up and he is now doing fine. He & Bonnie would like to wish a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year to all.  He will be seeing us at the January meeting.

Would also like to mention that if anyone knows of a chapter member who has been ill or has lost an immediate family member, please shoot us an email so that we may send them a get well wish or
extend our sympathy to them from the chapter.

The safety tip for this month: Even though some have their medical info on the medical alert helmet straps, it is wise to have the same information somewhere else either on the bike or somewhere on your
person. This makes things easier for the medical attendants on scene if you need medical attention. Also too, it was mentioned that to have in your contact list on your cell phone, ICE (in case of emergency) and have the number of who ever would be your emergency contact listed under that contact name. If your first contact would be your spouse, list the number under ICE1, and when you are both traveling together and a child or sibling would be the next in line to call, have their number listed as ICE2 etc.

December birthdays: Pat Daigle- 5th, Dotty Weaver- 12th We wish you both a very happy birthday.
Anyone wishing to have their birthday or anniversary listed, please email us with the information. We would love to be able to wish you and your spouse a happy birthday or anniversary. All we need it the
month and day. We do not mention the year.
 
A letter from Thomas Nason, Illustrious Potentate of the Kora Shriners was read by Sandra, thanking Maine Chapter C for the generous donation that was given.

Dennis thanked everyone for coming, and a very special thank you to our hosts Ed & Barb for welcoming us to their home.

Next meeting will be January 6th 2008 at 1:00 P.M. At Sullys in Winthrop. Ed will call to confirm.

Dennis and I would like to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. We hope everyone has a safe holiday season. Merry Christmas     Dennis & Sandra Wright, Chapter C Directors

                      November

Hello Everyone.
We would like to thank everyone that attended our first meeting as Chapter Directors. Our
monthly meeting was held November 4th at Sully's Restaurant in Winthrop at 1:00 P.M. Those
who attended were Dennis Libby, Richard King, Allen & Claudette Cyr, Ed & Barbara
Mushlit, Mike & Polly Trepanier, Art & Mel Lane, John & Micki Poor, Bob & Cheryl Norcross,
Dennis & Sandra Wright.
Dennis welcomed everyone and started off the meeting by thanking Allen & Claudette for their
time as State Directors,and to Richard and Nancy for their time as Chapter Directors. A
plaque, crafted by Allen was presented to Richard & Nancy to acknowledge their 3 years of
service. Richard accepted the plaque on both of their behalf and thanked everyone for their
support during their service as Chapter Directors. Nancy was unable to be here today.

We also want to welcome incoming State Directors, Ed & Barbara Mushlit of Monmouth.
They have been the Assistant State Directors for a few months now. They have been married
for 40 years, have 2 children and 3 grandchildren. We look forward to working with them on
many upcoming GWRRA functions.

The treasurer report was given by Cheryl Norcross.

The Christmas charity was discussed and decided that instead of exchanging gifts at the
Christmas party, we would do the same as last year and adopt a family from the Women's
Abuse Center. The Chapter will also donate to the American Cancer Society. Last year
$10.00 per person was donated. Everyone was very generous and made a family very happy.
We ask that you be generous again this year to brighten another family's Christmas. You can
make your checks payable to GWRRA Chapter -C Maine and send it to Cheryl Norcross
268 Harris Road Minot, ME 04258. Please send your donation as early as you can, and no
later than December 5th. Claudette Cyr and Mel Lane volunteered to shop for the charity
family on December 7th. We would like to thank Ed & Barb for inviting us all to their home
after the meeting for coffee and dessert so as to know directions for the Christmas Party that
will be held at their home on Saturday, December 8th at 2:00 PM. This will be pot luck, and we
hope that everyone will join us. Directions to their home are:

From Lewiston or points south:
Turnpike - get off the Sabattus/Litchfield exit - turn left.
Go past Sabattus town office - turn right (Monmouth sign)
At four corners, turn right on Rte 126.
Pass Waterman’s Farm Machinery store...go 3 miles...on left, there is a small saw mill
and tree farm - turn left and bear right (Ridge Road)            
Go 1.9 miles - house is a small brick house with red roof on left
520 Ridge Road - green mailbox .
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From Augusta:
Rte 202 (road between Augusta and Lewiston)
Turn left at Monmouth sign.- Rte 132
Drive through Monmouth - past Cumston Hall (drive slowly, active police force)
Pass Clemendow Farm on the left....take next left (Ridge Road).....go 2.4 miles...
Small brick house with red roof on right
520 Ridge Road - green mailbox
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From Gardiner:
Rte 126 - go past Tacoma Lake....straight through four corners (market on left)
Look for Roaring Brook Nursery on left ... take road across on right (Ridge Road)
Go 1.9 miles - house is a small brick with red roof on left.
520 Ridge Road - green mailbox

There is still a couple of Officer positions open if anyone would like to volunteer for them. We
would like to have a Safety Educator and an Assistant District Director. Dennis Libby has
offered to stay on as Assistant Chapter Director. Bob Norcross & Richard King have
volunteered to take on being Ride Coordinators. Any one with suggestions for rides for next
year, please contact them so that a tentative schedule can be made prior to next riding
season. These are your rides, as a Chapter, we would like fresh ideas and suggestions as to
where you would like to go, whether is would be a day ride or an overnight. Your input is
important.

Allen is checking into getting the digitized pattern of the Mainely Wings Chapter C logo.
Dennis turned the floor over to Allen Cyr. He thanked everyone for supporting him and
Claudette while they were in office and he announced that he & Claudette decided that they
would organized the Winter Bash next year that is usually the 1st weekend in April. They will
be checking into locations near the Green Granite that can accommodate everyone. The
restaurant where the function had been held in the past burnt this year. Bob & Cheryl
Norcross will also be checking the area out for possibilities. There will be an update next
month.

Getting together this winter at other times beside the regular monthly meetings were
discussed and Claudette & Allen have invited the Chapter to have a potluck at their home
sometime this winter. Time and date to follow later. If anyone one else would like to have a
gathering at their home or have suggestions for a get together, please let us know.

The Safety Tip: It is just about time to be putting the bikes away for the winter. Take time to
check it over closely for maintenance that will need to be done prior to riding again in the
spring. Take care of the battery and put stabilizer in the gas .

Dennis turned the floor over to Ed Mushlit. Ed gave us more info on the upcoming New
England Rally in Rutland VT. July 17th – July 20th 2008. The host hotel will be at the Holiday
Inn. Accommodations will be $89.00 plus taxes per night and will include a breakfast buffet.
There will be more vendors, 50/50, Thursday night ice cream social with 50's music, DJ &
dancing. Friday night light parade thru part of Rutland ,and an outdoor concert is scheduled.
(this will be good publicity for GWRRA), Saturday night is the banquet.
There will be seminars all three days. Silent auction. There will be additional early rides
(6:00 – 8:00 am ) on Friday and Saturday. Reservations for the hotel can be made now. Call
Kathy Morgan at 1-800-462-4810 , just mention GWRRA. The rally flyer for registration will
be out soon.

Some of the other happenings for the upcoming year include:
Dedication of the 4 Corners Park in Madawaska – June 28th & 29th 2008. There is an Acadian
festival being held at the same time- make reservations early. A photo of the bench that the
Maine Chapters have donated was passed around. A 12 inch square sponsorship paver can
be purchased with engraving. For information, www.madawaskafourcorners.org
Wing Ding in Greenville South Carolina - July 3rd - 6th 2008. Many hotels are already filled-
reserve now.
Vermont Chapter A- Memorial weekend ride to the Amish country ride in Pennsylvania. May
23rd - 26th 2008. We will forward the flyer for that ride in a separate email.

The 50/50 winner of $25.00 was Claudette Cyr. Congratulations Claudette! We would like
to thank Claudette as she donated her winnings to the Christmas Charity.

November Birthdays: John Poor- 7th, Pam Poisson- 9th, Cheryl Norcross- 11th, David
Poisson – 15th.  Hope you all have a very happy birthday.

November Anniversaries: Duncan & Judy Saunders – 1st. Art & Mel Lane- 15th. Happy
Anniversary to you. A very special anniversary wish to Art & Mel. They will be celebrating
their 50th . Congratulations!!!!!

The next meeting time and place will be the Christmas Party at the Mushlits on Dec. 8th.at
2:00 pm.

Thank you all for coming, and hope to see you all at the Christmas Party next month.
Dennis & Sandra Wright, Maine Chapter- C Directors, [email protected]

October

Our monthly meeting was held October 7th at Sully’s Restaurant in Winthrop at 1pm.  Those attending were:  Dennis Libby, Ed & Barb Mushlit, Dennis & Sandy Wright and Richard &
Nancy King.

Richard welcomed everyone.  No treasurer’s report was available.

Richard told everyone that this would be our last meeting as Chapter Directors as we are stepping down as of November 1st.  He also thanked everyone for supporting us over the last three years.  We still plan on being active with the chapter.

Next year’s New England Districts Rally will be held in Rutland, Vermont, as a new cycle of New England states is starting.  More information will be forthcoming.

2008 Wing Ding will be held in Greenville, S. C.

Chapter dues of $50 are due to National.  However, because Chapter C attended and helped at this year’s New England Districts Rally in Massachusetts, Maine District will pay our dues.  Thank you Allen & Claudette.

We need a volunteer(s) to form a committee for organizing Winter Bash next year.  Claudette said she would be willing to write up information to help with this.  Allen and Claudette and Richard and Nancy are willing to answer questions and help you.

2008 Ride Schedule – your input is needed to make this schedule what you want it to be.  Do you want more/less overnighters?  Do you want alternating Sat/Sun rides?  Do you even want a ride schedule?  Ed and Barb Mushlit, our new District Directors, have created a poll of questions along this line.  We will be sending it by a separate e-mail.  Please, please, please fill it out and return it so that we will know your preferences.

Ed Barski is planning a poker run for the spring.  Suggestions are welcomed.  We are planning on having Chapter C members being able to do the run.

It was suggested by Dennis Libby that our Christmas Charity be something related to a cancer charity and everyone in attendance agreed.

Richard turned the floor over to Ed Mushlit for District news.
-  Claudette Cyr will be taking on the role of Regional Coordinator for Couple of the Year
    Program.
-   Ed brought up that Allen Cyr was getting the disk with our logo on it for embroidering shirts.
     Ed mentioned that he had someone in his area that he will check with for prices, etc.  Dennis
    & Sandy Wright mentioned that they had a person in their area that was starting an embroidery
    business and could do hats, shirts, etc. and they will get prices.
-   Ed also mentioned that we need to fill officer positions.  Those officer positions available are:
    Chapter Directors, Assistant District Director and Ride Coordinator.
-  This year’s Christmas Party will be held at Ed & Barb’s house in Monmouth.  It will be a
    potluck.  More information to follow.  After November’s meeting we will be going to Ed &
    Barb’s for dessert so that people will know where they live to attend the Christmas party and
    also to sign up for what dish you will be bringing for the potluck.

The question was raised whether people wanted to get together for the winter months other than the monthly meetings.  Weekend afternoon coffee breaks were mentioned, bowling, card/game party, etc.  Please voice your opinion.

The following people had September birthdays:  Mel Lane – 7, Barb Mushlit – 7, Dennis Wright – 15th.   We want to wish them all a belated Happy Birthday.  The following people have October birthdays:  Leslie Doucette – 11th.  We want to wish her a Happy Birthday.

The following people had September anniversaries:  Richard & Nancy King – 16th, Mary & Bud Conner – 30th.  We want to wish them a belated Happy Anniversary.  The following people have October anniversaries:  Jeff & Leslie Doucette – 13th, Pam & David Poisson – 19th.  We want to wish them a Happy Anniversary.

If you would like to have your birthday or anniversary listed, just e-mail us with the information.

Safety Tip:  Be cautious of the fallen leaves on the roadway, as they are very slick.

Thank you for coming.  Next meeting will be November 4th at 1pm at Sully’s Restaurant in Winthrop.

Richard and Nancy King, Chapter C Directors

                     August

Our monthly meeting was held August 5th in Bridgton at Richard and Nancy’s house during our scheduled ride.   Richard King, Chapter Director, welcomed everyone, especially guests Stan & Claire Pierce from Vermont, Mel & Sue Pierce from Vermont, and Joanne Legere & Barry Geddis from Steep Falls, ME. 

Those attending were Ed  Mushlit,, Art & Mel Lane, Stan & Claire Pierce, Mel & Sue Pierce, Joanne Legere & Barry Geddis,  Richard and Nancy King. 

We need a volunteer(s) to form a committee for organizing Winter Bash next year.  Claudette said she would be willing to write up information to help with this.  Allen and Claudette and Richard and Nancy are willing to answer questions and help you.

Richard thanked all those who went to the New England District Rally and especially those who helped sell 50/50 tickets which was Maine’s responsibility this year.

Richard mentioned that next year’s rally will be held in Rutland, VT as a new cycle of New England states is starting.

Richard also mentioned that 2008 Wing Ding will be held in Greenville, S. C.

Richard also reminded everyone about the District Chapter picnic August 11th.   The two Vermont couples and the new couple were personally invited.  Richard mentioned that doors open at noon.

Richard also reminded everyone that Chapter V in Madawaska is having their picnic August 18 & 19.  Reservations are available at the Gateway Motel.

Richard tried to get a feeling if the chapter wanted to do a fall foliage poker run at Central Maine Power Sports.  Ed Mushlit mentioned it would really matter if we could get enough people to help run/man it.  Also, that we must allow chapter members to participate in the run.  Ed  also mentioned that we would need enough people to help so that stations could be relieved.  So, let us know your feelings and if you would be willing to help.  We know it depends on the date (probably end of September or first part of October) but we need commitments from you all before we can reserve a date.

It was decided that we would donate $1,000 to the Shriners’ Children’s Hospital.

We want to let Dennis Libby know that he is missed and we hope he is doing well.

Safety Tip:   Wear your safety gear at all times when riding.
 
It was decided because of Labor Day Weekend there will be no September monthly meeting.  Next meeting October 7th at Sully’s Restaurant in Winthrop.   Ed Mushlit will make the arrangements and will reserve the restaurant for our monthly meetings the first Sunday of each month October through April.

The following people have August birthdays:  Claudette Cyr – 1, Bonnie Libby – 4,
Maurice Daigle – 11, Dennis Libby – 11.  We want to wish them all a very Happy Birthday.

There are no anniversaries this month that we know of.

If you would like to have your birthday or anniversary listed, just e-mail us with the information.

Richard and Nancy King, Chapter C Directors

                         July

                         Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge

                       Maine Chapter C – July 2007 Newsletter

 Our monthly meeting was held in the Hannaford parking lot in Gardner on Sunday July 1st before our scheduled ride.   Richard King, Chapter Director, welcomed everyone. 

Those attending were Ed  & Barbara Mushlit,  Robert & Cheryl Norcross, John & Micki Poor Richard and Nancy King. 

Richard thanked those who helped with the Poker Run:  Art & Mel Lane, Mike & Polly Trepanier, Peter Warner, Barb & Ed Mushlit, Bob & Cheryl Norcross, Ed & Carol Barski, Dennis & Sandy Wright, Shaun & Kim Couture, Micki & John Poor, John DuBois, Annette Crozier and Allen & Claudette Cyr.  Your support was greatly appreciated.  With your help we raised approximately $500 for the Shriner’s Children’s Hospital.  A big thank you to all.

A personal thank you went out to volunteers and businesses that donated.

We need a volunteer(s) to form a committee for organizing Winter Bash next year.  Claudette said she would be willing to write up information to help with this.  Allen and Claudette and Richard and Nancy are willing to answer questions and help you.

Thank you to Ed Muslit for his write-ups on Venco Wings ride, Kittery Trading Post ride, Grand Falls, NB, Canada, ride, Boothbay Harbor ride and the Owls Head ride.  Writing about our rides gives more info to those looking at our website and makes our Chapter sound more active and interesting.  Anyone in the chapter is welcome to submit write-ups of our rides.  Just e-mail to us at [email protected].

It was decided to ride both days August 4th and August 5th as our tentative ride schedule indicates.  Our monthly meeting will be held on Sunday August 5th in Tim Horton’s parking lot on Minot Ave, Auburn, ME, before our ride departure.

Don’t forget to make your reservations and to send in your registration for the 2007 New England Districts Rally on July 19-21 in West Springfield, MA.  The host hotel is the Best Western Sovereign Hotel & Conference Center in West Springfield.  Direct hotel telephone number is 413-781-8750.  Be sure to mention GWRRA New England District Rally to get room rate of $89.  Registration forms for the rally are on Maine District website www.geocities.com/gwrramaine.

We want to let Dennis Libby know that he is missed and we wish him the very best for a speedy recovery.

Safety Tip:   .Summer riding – keep hydrated and dress according to the weather.

The following people had June birthdays:     Allen Cyr – 4th, Robert Norcross – 14th, Shaun Couture – 26th.  We hope they had a very Happy Birthday.

The following people had June anniversaries:  .Dennis & Sandy Wright – 18th, Robert & Cheryl Norcross – 23rd, Shaun & Kim Couture –28th.  We hope they had a very Happy Anniversary.

The following people have July birthdays:  Jessie Honas – 3rd, Ed Mushlit – 4th, Jack Carey – 4th, Nancy King – 13th, Mariette Carey – 14th, Sandy Wright – 19th.  We want to wish them all a very Happy Birthday.

The following people have July anniversaries:  Allen & Claudette Cyr – 2nd, John & Jessie Honas – 7th, Ed & Barb Mushlit – 22nd.  We want to wish them all a very Happy Anniversary.

If you would like to have your birthday or anniversary listed, just e-mail us with the information.

Our next meeting will be Sunday, August 5th, at Tim Horton’s parking lot on Minot Avenue, Auburn, before our ride departure.

Richard and Nancy King, Chapter C Directors

                       May

 Our monthly meeting was held Saturday May 5th during a rest (Ice cream) stop on the way home from Venco Wings Open House.  Richard King, Chapter Director, welcomed everyone.  

Those attending were Ed Mushlit,  Allen & Claudette Cyr,  Robert & Cheryl Norcross, Earl & Dottie Weaver, Dennis & Sandy Wright, Shaun & Kim Couture, Robert Hoppe, Steven Young & Nicole and Richard and Nancy King.  

Cheryl Norcross gave the treasurer’s report.

We need someone or some people to step forward to volunteer to plan our next year’s Winter Bash .  Allen and Claudette Cyr need a break from doing this as they have done it for ten years.  They are willing to help whoever volunteers.  A committee could be formed so that more people could get involved.  This is a big fundraiser for our chapter and a good time for all.  Please contact us if you would be willing to be on the committee.

May 26-28 Three day Memorial Day weekend ride to Grand Falls, NB, Canada.  We will be staying at the Pres du Lac Inn.  Telephone number is:  1-888-473-1300 or 506-473-1300.  For more information contact Cheryl and Bob Norcross at [email protected] or Ed Mushlit at [email protected].

Ride schedule is posted on the website for those with e-mail access.  The website is: www.geocities.com/gwrramainec .  Go to Events 2007.  This is a tentative ride schedule so check back often for changes.  Those not having e-mail are welcome to call us 647-2287 to confirm meeting places and rides, as we will be informing people of changes via e-mail.  

Our poker run is scheduled for June 16th at Central Maine Powersports in Lewiston.  9am to 11am registration with 3pm cutoff time for drawings and prizes.  Your help will be needed to make this a success.  This event is advertised under Chapter Events in the June issue of Wing World  page 99.  Allen Cyr suggested having one stop with food available.  Ed Mushlit volunteered to help him.  We have already started collecting door prizes.  In fact everyone who won prizes at Venco Wings Open House donated them to the chapter for door prizes for our poker run.  Earl and Dottie donated an Alpine Star Omega Air Flow motorcycle jacket and motorcycle jumper cables that they won at Venco Wings.  Allen & Claudette Cyr donated Add on accessories license plate frame.  Ed Muslit donated Show Chrome tank pad key chain that he won. 
 
Claudette Cyr passed out bio sheets to those that wanted them.  These will be used to sponsor a couple each month to help people get to know each other.  

Claudette Cyr also read a very nice thank you note that she received on behalf of our chapter from the family that we sponsored from the Abused Women’s Foundation for Christmas.  They were very thankful and we really made their Christmas.

Veterans Memorial update was given by Allen Cyr.  September 24th , a Monday, is the date so mark your calendars.  We will be meeting at York Scale House.  We are looking for 1,000 bikes.  So, we would like as many Wings as possible to make this a successful event.  This is a well organized event.
  
Don’t forget to make your reservations and to send in your registration for the 2007 New England Districts Rally on July 19-21 in West Springfield, MA.  The host hotel is the Best Western Sovereign Hotel & Conference Center in West Springfield.  Direct hotel telephone number is 413-781-8750.  Be sure to mention GWRRA New England District Rally to get room rate of $89.  Registration forms for the rally are on Maine District website www.geocities.com/gwrramaine.

We welcome your input to the monthly newsletter.  Send us your thoughts and ideas.  We are also looking for people to do short write ups on each ride we go on to be posted on our website.  If you would like to write up a certain ride, please just let us know.

Allen and Claudette had four cookbooks with them at the meeting.  They will be getting more soon.  We will update you when they come in.  Cost is $10 each.

It was decided at out May meeting that there will be no meeting in June.

It was decided that Chapter C would put in a full-page ad in the New England Districts Rally program book.  Cost $60.

Safety Tip:   Watch the potholes and road washouts, as washouts may be filled with sand and not tar.  Always be alert, take breaks, and drink plenty of fluids.


The following people have May birthdays:   Art Lane – 4, Terry Belanger – 15.  We wish them both a very Happy Birthday.

The following people have May anniversaries:  John & Micki Poor – 18.  .  We wish them a very Happy Anniversary.

If you would like to have your birthday or anniversary listed, just e-mail us with the information.
Richard and Nancy King
Chapter C Directors

                                April 2007

Our monthly meeting was held Saturday at Green Granite Inn in North Conway, N.H. 2 pm.  Richard King, Chapter Director, welcomed everyone. 

Those attending were Ed Mushlit,  Allen & Claudette Cyr, Art & Mel Lane, Robert & Cheryl Norcross, Dennis & Bonnie Libby, Duncan Saunders, Hugh & Althea Farrell (NJ-D), Dan & RuthAnn Camire (NJ-I COY) and Richard and Nancy King.  It was very nice having out of state guests for our meeting.

The Winter Bash was a big success.  We wish to thank Allen and Claudette for all their work planning, organizing and running this weekend event.  The Easter Bunny (played by Claudette in full bunny costume) was new and a big hit.  Easter eggs sold out fast and everyone buying one received a prize ranging from a one night’s stay at Green Granite to jelly beans.  We would also like to thank all the members who attended and those that helped out at the Saturday evening Silent Auction.  We want to thank everyone who participated in the Silent Auction.   Everyone seemed to really enjoy the evening, especially those last minute bidders.  The 50/50 of $82 was won by NH District Director Wayne Ferland.  One night’s stay at Green Granite was won by Duncan Saunders NH-A.  Another one night’s stay at Green Granite was won by Mary Tarbell, Chapter Director, NH-A.  The Fandangle’s Restaurant $25 gift certificate was won by Nancy King, Chapter Director, ME-C.  Congratulations to all!

Ride schedule is  posted on the website for those with e-mail access.  The website is: www.geocities.com/gwrramainec .  Go to Events 2007.  This is a tentative ride schedule so check back often for changes.  Those not having e-mail are welcome to call us 647-2287 to confirm meeting places and rides as we will be informing people of changes via e-mail.  Please also note changes of  Venco Wings Open House is May 5th and Kittery Trading Post on May 12th.

The annual GWRRA RI CHAPTER B Kick-off Breakfast being held on  Sunday, April 22, 2007.  a block of rooms for Saturday night, April 21st, at a special GWRRA discount rate.
Best Western, West Greenwich Inn $71 per night + tax
Super 8, West Greenwich  $62 per night + tax
Please call the motels directly and mention GWRRA for special room rates.
Don’t forget to get your dinner reservation and choice in for Saturday night dinner.  Allen Cyr will be meeting people at the Auburn exit at the Irving Station at 7:30am to ride down.  Please call him with questions or for further information.

Our poker run is scheduled for June 16th at Central Maine Powersports in Lewiston.  9am to 11am registration with 3pm cutoff time for drawings and prizes.  Your help will be needed to make this a success.  This event will be advertised under Chapter Events in the June issues of Wing World which comes out early May.  Allen Cyr suggested having one stop with food available.  Ed Mushlit volunteered to help him.

Claudette Cyr suggested having a bio sheet to sponsor a couple each month to help people get to know each other.  Allen Cyr suggested chapter will pay for one ice cream run for those filling out the questionnaire.
Veterans Memorial update was given by Allen Cyr.  September 24th , a Monday, is the date so mark your calendars.  We will be meeting at York Scale House.  We are looking for 1,000 bikes.  So, we would like as many Wings as possible to make this a successful event.  This is a well organized event.  There will be a spaghetti feed for all participants at the end.
Allen Cyr mentioned that he and Claudette have been organizing the Winter Bash for 10 years.  They want to take a break this coming year so we need someone or a group of people to volunteer to organize this great fund raiser for next year.  Allen and Claudette are willing to help you with information, etc.  This would also be a chance to bring new ideas to the event. 
We wecome your input to the monthly newsletter.  Send us your thoughts and ideas.  We are also looking for people to do short write ups on each ride we go on to be posted on our website.  If you would like to write up a certain ride, please just let us know.

Safety Tip:   Vehicles aren’t ready for us to be on the roads this early in the season .  Be extra cautious when you are out riding and make yourself more visible with extra lights or reflective gear, air horns, or anything else possible.  A handout on tire pressure was given out.

Next meeting will be May 5th on the Venco Wings ride.

We have no birthdays listed this month.  If you would like to have your birthday or anniversary listed, just e-mail us with the information.

The following people have April anniversaries:  Terry & Julie Belanger – 30th.  We wish them a very Happy Anniversary.

Richard and Nancy King
Chapter C Directors

                                March 2007

Our monthly meeting was held Sunday, March 4th, at Sully’s Restaurant in Winthrop at 1 pm.  Richard King, Chapter Director, welcomed everyone.

Those attending were Dennis & Sandra Wright,  Earl & Dotty Weaver,  Shawn & Kim Couture,  Bob & Cheryl Norcross, John & Micki Poor, Dennis & Bonnie Libby, Allen Cyr, Art & Mel Lane and Richard and Nancy King.

2007 Tentative Ride schedule is posted on the website under Events 2007 for those with e-mail access.

Our poker run is scheduled for June 16th at Central Maine Powersports in Lewiston.  9am to 11am registration with 3pm cut-off time for drawings and prizes.  Your help will be needed to make this a success so mark your calendars.  Ed Barski is our coordinator for this event.  This event is to benefit our main charity The Shriners.

Richard reminded everyone of the three up-coming events:
1)    Green Granite update.  Room rates will be $64.95.  Make your reservation early at 1-800-468-3666.  Be sure to mention “Goldwing Group” to get this rate.  Dates March 30-April 1.  The weekend will be filled with relaxation and fun.  There will be a Silent Auction so bring what you don’t need from home.  There will also be two seminars.  One on Mature Rider Course and one on GPS (use of) so bring yours if you are interested.  For questions, call Allen & Claudette Cyr at 375-4811 or e-mail [email protected] .  Information sheets were passed out.  The correct phone number to call is 1-800-468-3666 not the number on the information sheet.

2) The annual GWRRA RI CHAPTER B Kick-off Breakfast being held on Sunday, April 22, 2007.  a block of rooms for Saturday night, April 21st, at a special GWRRA discount rate.
Best Western, West Greenwich Inn $71 per night + tax
Super 8, West Greenwich  $62 per night + tax
Please call the motels directly and mention GWRRA for special room rates.
For those interested in attending a get-together dinner Saturday night at a local restaurant(at your cost):  the menu is on the Rhode Island website.  They need your menu choice in advance.

3)    The 2007 New England District Rally on July 19-21 at the Best Western Sovereign Hotel & Conference Center in West Springfield, MA.  Make your reservations soon.  Direct hotel telephone number is 413-781-8750.  Be sure to mention GWRRA New England District Rally to get room rate of $89.  Registration forms for the rally are on Maine District website www.geocities.com/gwrramaine .

District Director Allen Cyr mentioned that the Vietnam War Memorial will be coming to Maine again this year.  It will be set up in Lewiston.  We are trying to get as many motorcycles as possible to escort it from the York Plaza to Lewiston.  Monday, September 24th is the date.  This was nicely organized last year and we look forward to seeing as many of our members and their friends as possible.

We welcome your input to the monthly newsletter.  Send us your thoughts and ideas.

Dennis Libby mentioned that Flying J Truck Stops have a card you can sign up for to get one cent per gallon off your gas.  The more money you spend using this card, the more cents off you get.  There are a lot of Flying J’s  throughout the country.  Maine has two Flying J’s called Irvings – one in Newport and one in Auburn.  For further information contact Dennis Libby at [email protected] .

Safety Tip:   Be sure to get all your riding gear ready for the coming season.  If you don’t already have your Medical Alert for your helmet strap, we still have some available.  Cost:  $6 each.  This could save valuable time in an emergency.

Next meeting for April will be held at Chapter C’s Winter Bash at the Green Granite on March 31.  Meeting room to be announced – check at the front desk.

50/50 drawing was held and the winner of $17 was Dennis Wright.  Congratulations Dennis!

Cheryl Norcross passed our brochures for the Memorial Day weekend ride to Grand Falls, New Brunswick, Canada.  We will be staying at the Pres du Lac Inn.  Telephone number is:  1-888-473-1300 or 506-473-1300.
For more information contact Cheryl and Bob Norcross [email protected] or Ed Mushlit [email protected] .

The following people have March birthdays:  Richard King – 5th, Jeff Doucette – 15th, Duncan Saunders – 21st.  We wish them a very Happy Birthday.

Richard and Nancy King
Chapter C Directors

                         February Newsletter

      **********  Meeting place has changed to Sully’s in Winthrop ***********

Our monthly meeting was held Sunday, February 4th, at Sully’s Restaurant in Winthrop at 1 pm.  Richard King, Chapter Director, welcomed everyone.  Barbara Muslit brought name pins for everyone to wear.  Thank you Barbara.

Those attending were Erland Farrington, Terry & Julie Belanger, Earl & Dotty Weaver,  Ed & Barb Mushlit, Shawn & Kim Couture,  Dennis & Sandy Wright, Bob & Cheryl Norcross and Richard and Nancy King.

Richard read the nice thank you note from Sherri Trussell.  She wrote:  “Thank you for all of the cardsand all of your prayers.  Again, Chapter C group is an awesome bunch of people.  I am home now and doing well.  Please continue to keep me in your prayers as I have a long way to go.”

Ride schedule will be posted on the website for those with e-mail access.  Those getting the newsletter by regular mail will have a ride schedule attached.

Green Granite update.  Room rates will be $64.95.  Make your reservation early at 1-800-468-3666.  Be sure to mention “Goldwing Group” to get this rate.  Dates March 30-April 1.  The weekend will be filled with relaxation and fun.  There will be a Silent Auction so bring what you don’t need from home.  For questions, call Allen & Claudette Cyr at 375-4811 or e-mail [email protected] .  Information sheets were passed out.  The correct phone number to call is 1-800-468-3666 not the number on the information sheet.

The annual GWRRA RI CHAPTER B Kick-off Breakfast being held on  Sunday, April 22, 2007.  a block of rooms for Saturday night, April 21st, at a special GWRRA discount rate.
Best Western, West Greenwich Inn $71 per night + tax
Super 8, West Greenwich  $62 per night + tax
Please call the motels directly and mention GWRRA for special room rates.

We welcome your input to the monthly newsletter.  Send us your thoughts and ideas.

Safety Tip:   If you ever get locked out of your car and you have someone at home with a spare remote door opener, just call them and have them click open the door holding it close to the receiver while you hold your cell phone in line with your car.  Pr3esto – open door!  Some people at the meeting said this doesn’t work but might be worth a try.

Next meeting will be March 4th  at Sully’s Restaurant in Winthrop at 1 pm for lunch and meeting.

The following people have February birthdays:  Earl Weaver – 12th, Kim Couture – 23rd.  We wish them a very Happy Birthday.

The following people have February anniversaries:  Dennis & Bonnie Libby – 7th, Jack & Mariette – 11th, Maurice & Pat Daigle – 20th, Earl & Dotty Weaver – 21st.  We wish them all a very Happy Anniversary.

Richard and I would like to thank you all for your support throughout the year.  We appreciate your friendship, help and support.  Best wishes for a safe and fun riding season ahead.

Richard and Nancy King, Chapter C Directors

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