CLUB CORVETTE OF CONNECTICUT, INC

CLUB CORVETTE OF CONNECTICUT, INC.
VETTE GAZETTE
MAY 2016
Sponsored by
CLUB CORVETTE
OF CONNECTICUT, INC.
www.ClubCorvettect.com
P.O. Box 120236 East Haven, CT 06512
Joe Cetta invited our Club
representatives to the
McDermott showroom for
his presentation of the 2016
sponsorship check.
Thank you David McDermott
for your sponsorship and for
your ongoing interest in our
Club. We also appreciate
the excellent service that
your dealership provides to
our members.
2016 CLUB CORVETTE OF CONNECTICUT OFFICERS
PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
VICE PRESIDENT
TREASURER
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Jack Stacey
Stan Griskewicz
Les Browne
Rick Wasserback
Don Truitt
Mary Griskewicz
Steve Widger
Ed Karedes
Mike D’Avino
Linda Stevens
Les Browne
Ann Krajewski
Dennis Krajewski
Roy Master
Les Browne
Mary & Stan Griskewicz
Bob Wadyka
Ron Goldberg
John Giorgio
Rich & Rhonda Forristall
Mike & Renee Dansereau
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
Spring has sprung, finally. After a solid week of rain and gloomy weather the sun
has returned and the temperatures have risen. Time to get serious and take
those Vettes out on the road. I hear more and more members saying that
Corvettes are meant to be driven. There was a time when that was definitely
true. My first Corvette, a 1968 Roadster, purchased in March of 1970 while I was
still in the service, was my daily driver. That vehicle made numerous trips back
and forth from East Haven to Jacksonville, NC, home of Camp Lejeune.
A great story - The Commanding Officer of my unit used to leave base every
Friday about 3:00 p.m. for the week-end. I would get in the Vette and park in his
space. One Friday after moving my car I went back to my work station and
finished the day with a run, as was customary. On this particular Friday, as I
neared the barracks I saw that the Colonel had returned and his station wagon
was parked directly behind the Vette, bumpers nearly touching. Needless to say,
I was summoned to “The Man’s” office. It went pretty much like this:
“Corporal Stacey reporting as ordered sir.”
“Who the hell do you think you are Corporal, parking in my space?”
Without skipping a beat I replied, “Sir, the Corporal just thought that the Colonel
might like to have the Corvette for the weekend and take his lady for a drive.”
To the dismay of a certain Captain, who had really didn’t have a good relationship
with me and who was waiting for me to be dressed down, the Colonel smiled and
said, “You’re quick. Thank-you. I’ll take you up on that offer.”
Needless to say, I stayed on base that weekend, not wanting to take a chance
and damage the Colonel’s “lovely” station wagon. The Colonel returned on
Monday and handed me my keys with a huge grin on his face. After that I
waited until after 5:00 to move my car but I know I made one tough Marine’s
week-end something he’d remember. So get out and drive those fabulous
machines. Semper-Fi!
Tomorrow I’m taking 40 students to the Museum at Bethel Woods, NY. The
Museum sits on the grounds of the 1969 musical festival known forever as
Woodstock. The Club visited there a couple of years ago. The museum not only
commemorates the musical event but the entire decade of the 60’s. I’m hoping
to have another groovy time, far out man!
Peace,
Jack Stacey
AGENDA – June 7, 2016 at 7:00 PM
Burrata’s Restaurant (formerly SBC)
850 W. Main Street (Rt. #1)
Branford, CT
203/481-2739
PLEASE BRING A NON-PERISHABLE FOOD ITEM TO THE MEETING FOR
DISTRIBUTION TO LOCAL FOOD PANTRIES AND KITCHENS
PLEASE TURN OFF CELL PHONES
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS
MAY MINUTES
TREASURER’S REPORT
CORRESPONDENCE
OLD BUSINESS
SPONSORS
RECENT EVENTS
A) Last Green Valley Cruise
B) Tony Delano’s Car Show
C) Heavenly Donuts Cruise Night
D) Other May Events
CORVETTE MUSEUM
CAR SHOW
CLUB PICNIC
NCRS
VETTE GAZETTE
FACEBOOK/YAHOO GROUP
CLUB CLOTHING
NEW BUSINESS
CORVETTES AT CARLISLE
CORVETTE OWNERS’ EXPERIENCE, LRP
JUNE/JULY EVENTS
OTHER NEW BUSINESS/EVENTS
OTHER BUSINESS
50/50 RAFFLE
MOTION TO ADJOURN
ALL
STAN & MARY
JACK
RICK
JACK
TBA
KURT
TONY
JEFF
MEMBERS
GEORGE S
ED & MIKE
STAN & MARY
RON
ROY
MIKE
RICH & RHONDA/
MIKE & RENEE
DENNIS
JACK
LES
LES
ALL
RUSS & CLAIRE
MEMBERS
NOTE: Agenda is subject to change without notice
MEETING MINUTES – May 3, 2016
The meeting of Club Corvette of CT (CCC) was called to order by President Jack Stacey
at 7:02 PM at Barratta's Restaurant. An estimated 80 members attended. The Pledge of
Allegiance was said by all.
Four new members were introduced. Welcome to Ron, Gary, Lola and Carmine. Stan
has the machine available to make name badges. Please see him after the meeting.
Jack asked for a motion to accept the Minutes of the April meeting. A motion was made,
seconded, and voted in favor.
Rick Wasserback presented the Treasurer’s report. The Club is in good financial shape.
As of April 30 there were 198 paid memberships and a total of 344 members. The Club
has recorded 247 Corvettes. Expenses slightly exceed income primarily due to
payment for tax preparation and items for the upcoming Club picnic.
Jack then summarized recent correspondence. There were “thank you” notes from Pat
McPherson and Lucy Kreho.
Under “old business,” Sandy Hague spoke of the April 10 dinner at the Viron Rondo
Osteria in Cheshire. She stated that all appeared to have an “awesome time.” She will
work on another dinner hoping to get close to 100 folks to attend.
Jeff Petriccione said that attendance at the Wednesday Heavenly Donut cruises has
ranged from 22 to 14 cars. The weather has not been overly cooperative.
George Sipprell discussed the 2017 Corvette new colors and retired colors. He also
advised the group to check with the National Corvette Museum (NCM) for Corvette
insurance. He said it is quite often more reasonable than other classic car insurers. The
NCM will also be having a “Museum in Motion” exhibit at the Milford, MI, proving
grounds.
Ed Karedes said that everything for the car show has been ordered. Since the weather
was bad tonight, the first judging classes will be at the car cleaning clinic on May 7 and
then at the June meeting. He urged all to consider becoming judges. He said we also
need to increase the effort for ads for the ad book and we need raffle table gifts for the
show.
Mary Grizkewicz said all is good for the Club picnic on June 12. There will be door prizes
as well as a drawing for the picture signed by living members of the Corvette Museum
Hall of Fame (supplied by George Sipprell). Mary reminded the Club that the picnic is
free to each member and 1 guest.
Roy Master thanked folks for the pictures and articles he received from the various
activities. Please continue sending news items and articles. He also has Club Corvette
patches for sale. The cost is $3.00 each.
Mike Dansereau asked the new members to see him to get access to the Club's
Facebook and Yahoo sites.
Rich Forristall said that he has sweatshirts available. We may need them, considering
the weather.
Jack said that Pat and Ernie Macolino are new grandparents. They were given a round of
applause.
Dennis spoke of the upcoming Corvettes at Carlisle. He said, “It is the Lake Sturgis for
Corvettes.” He will lead a group caravan to Carlisle on Thursday and Bob Wadyka will
lead a group on Friday. Anyone who doesn't have a room is encouraged to obtain one
ASAP. They may be hard to come by in Carlisle but there are some in towns in the
surrounding area. He spoke of the parade at Carlisle and the Women’s Oasis provided
on the activity grounds right near our tent.
Jack told the group that CCC will be the sponsor of the Corvette Corral at Lime Rock for
July 22 and 23 races. The Corvette racing team will be competing. The Club donated
$1,000 to be the sponsor but all other Corral expenses are being borne by the Chevy
Enthusiast Group. Admission for the VIP is $60 on Friday and $65 on Saturday. That
includes guest speakers, raffle prizes, food and soft drinks. Veterans with DD 214 are
currently free for entry to the track, but not for the VIP Corral.
Kurt spoke of the group’s invitation to join the CT Corvette Military Club on a cruise to
the Manheim auction in Newberg, NY, on May 18. If interested, contact him. There are
a couple of slots open.
Joyce Baiardi asked the members to provide items and gift baskets for the show raffle
table. A list of suggestions is on the table up front. See her with any questions.
Jack mentioned that the East Haven Shop-Rite is having a food drive in June. More
information will follow.
In upcoming events, Les talked about the Car Cleaning Clinic on May 7. It is a rain or
shine event at the home of George Macary. Refreshments will be served.
Kurt then spoke about an upcoming cruise on May 15 called “Last Green Valley Cruise.”
A flyer is on the table. It will be about 3 1/2 hours ending in Willimantic CT. The
Newport, RI, Museum in Motion is coming up the following week, starting May 18, for
four days.
Dennis invited all to participate in the“CT Vettes to Vets” cruise to the Rocky Hill
Veterans Home on June 4. Meet at the Middletown rest stop just north of exit 19 on I-91
at 8 AM. Please bring a goodie bag of non-perishable items for veterans, such as
toiletries, blankets, board games etc. A flyer and list is on the front table.
Per Mike Dansereau, there is a wine tasting cruise coming up on June 11. A flyer is on
the table.
Anthony Delano has an upcoming show at his place of business, 312 East Johnson
Avenue, in Cheshire, on May 15. For admission, please bring non-perishable goods for
the Cheshire Food Bank. Additionally, all proceeds from the food sales at the show will
go to the Cheshire Food Bank.
Jack is working on having a Thimble Islands cruise and boat ride in July. More will follow
later.
George Sipprell donated 2 NCM raffle tickets for a new Corvette. The tickets will be
raffled off tonight with the 50/50.
The 50/50 raffle and NCM ticket raffle was held. The meeting adjourned at 8:14 PM.
Respectfully submitted,
Don Truitt
Secretary
MEMBER NEWS
CLUB CORVETTE WELCOMES THE FOLLOWING NEW MEMBERS:
Gary and Melissa Kolasa live in Uncasville and drive a yellow 2006 coupe. Their
hobbies include football, racing, and long drives.
MEMBERS WHO ATTENDED THEIR FIRST CCC MEETING IN MAY:
Ron Bogdan joined in April.
Gary Kolasa and his
daughter Morgan
Carmine and Lola Lepore
will be joining during
May.
CONTRIBUTORS TO THIS MONTH’S NEWSLETTER
Sandy Hague
Les Browne
George Macary
Rich & Rhonda Forristall
Kurt Ryder
Jack Stacey
Don Truitt
Rick Wasserback
Roy Master
Joyce Baiardi and Judy Townsend
Sonny Whelen
06/02
Dennis Gilloran
06/18
Lisa Edmonds
06/03
Vivian Matthews
06/18
Mary Poola
06/03
Frank Hall
06/18
Gail Latham
06/04
Laura Copeland
06/18
Donna Breen
06/05
Angela Fratangelo
06/19
Jack Stacey
06/10
Dennis Synnot
06/19
Dom Possemato
06/11
Michael Beal
06/19
Anthony Guglielmo
06/13
Alfred Bertoline
06/22
Frances Anderson
06/13
Clare Torelli
06/24
David Anderson
06/14
Ray Zisa
06/25
Claire Grim
06/15
Anthony Lancia
06/27
Rosemary Fosco
06/16
Claudia Stewart
06/27
Janis DeCaprio
06/16
Carl Lupoli
06/28
Kirt Crump
06/17
Carol Clark
06/29
Tony Piccolo
06/17
VIRON RONDO OSTERIA - By Sandy Hague
The Viron Rondo Osteria served a home-style Italian buffet to 36 Club Corvette
members, featuring appetizers, salads, pastas, chicken parmesan, eggplant parmesan,
and tiramisu. Everyone enjoyed the food and camaraderie – AND left stuffed.
Trays of leftovers were delivered to the Saint Vincent DePaul shelter in Waterbury.
SPRING CARLISLE - By Rick Wasserback
April showers not only bring May flowers, they bring out thousands of car enthusiasts to
Carlisle, Pa. An estimated 100,000 attendees and 2,400 vendors were anticipated to
visit the Carlisle Fairgrounds for the 40th Spring Carlisle.
Unlike Corvettes at Carlisle, the only cars allowed inside the gates of the fairgrounds are
those for sale. All parking is off-site, most likely on someone’s front lawn, for $10 a day.
This year the 1959 Ford dominated, but there were many other models, all in various
stages of destruction or reconstruction. Two of my favorites in the show were a 1964
red Falcon Sprint convertible with a 260 V8 engine and factory 4 speed and a 1967
Comet Cyclone with a 390 engine and 4 speed. (The reason for my bias is that we had
one of each in our family.) There was even an early 1900’s Hupmobile on the Midway.
The original cost for this 171 horsepower automobile was $750. Hupmobiles were built
in Detroit, Michigan from 1909 through 1940.
This is the fourth year that Steve, Ed, and I vistied the first annual car show at Carlisle.
Just like excited little kids, when we get home we can’t wait to get the Corvettes out of
winter storage, dust them off, and start a new season of doing what we enjoy most.
Here are some samples of
the cars for sale.
CAR CLEANING CLINIC AND JUDGING CLASS - By Roy Master
It was raining on Saturday, May 7, as I was driving north
on Rt. 95 headed for George Macary’s garage. I couldn’t
believe my eyes when I saw this license plate on a
Corvette in front of me. Could it be that Susan Wadyka
actually took her Corvette out in the rain?
Surprisingly, there were about 8 other Corvettes parked
in front of George’s house, along with daily drivers. A
total of 26 members showed up for this event, despite
the weather.
Russ Grim demonstrated the use of a
buffer to get a high gloss, smooth finish.
Steve Ludwig gave us tips on cleaning
under the hood and under the chassis. His
engine compartment is spotless, as is the
rest of his Vette. And this car gets
trophies at shows but is also used for drag
racing!
Dennis Krajewsky gave a step-by-step talk about what to expect as a judge at our
July CCC show. The concepts he described also prepared the group for detailing their
Vettes for display in other shows.
Susan Wadyka discussed her tools and formulas that she uses for preparing her car for
a show. She had a full table of polishes, brushes, cleaners, etc., and she explained the
specifics about using each of them. She has been detailing her cars and winning
trophies for years.
Thank you to Susan, Steve, Russ, and Dennis for your helpful demonstrations.
And thank you George for letting us use your garage and your home.
2016 FUTURE EVENTS
If you have an idea for an event or cruise for the 2016 season, contact Les
Browne at:
[email protected] to discuss your idea.
Do you have a favorite hometown restaurant that you think members would
enjoy? E-mail the information to me and we will try to set up a dinner at
that location during one of the upcoming months.
Les Browne – [email protected]
We really need your help in writing articles for the newsletter. You have
responded very well with photos of events, but we need more articles.
For anyone who organizes an event, please either prepare a write-up for
the newsletter after the event or ask someone in your group to do it. You
don’t have to be concerned with the spelling or grammar - I’ll take care of
that. That’s my job as editor. Send the article directly to my email. Do not
send it through the Yahoo group.
Thank you.
Roy Master – [email protected]
CLUB CORVETTE
MAY 2016 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
May 3rd
-
May 7th
Club Corvette Monthly Meeting – 7:00 PM – Burrata’s Restaurant, Branford
Car Cleaning Clinic & Judging Class – at George’s Garage – refer to the flyer
for details - Questions or details contact George at:
[email protected]
May 15th - Last Green Valley Cruise - It’s time to get on the road with friends and
Corvettes - Meet at the brand new I-95 rest stop in Branford (come early for
breakfast and conversation). - Meet at 10:00 AM and leave promptly at
10:30 AM. - Cruise approximately 3.5 hours to a late lunch about 2 PM. –
Kurt will be leading this cruise. – For questions you can contact him at:
[email protected]
May 31st - E-Board Meeting 6:30 PM – Burrata’s
UPCOMING EVENTS
June 4 -
Rocky Hill Veterans’ Hospital ALL-Corvette Car Show
sponsored by CMCC. 10-2 PM. We will meet 8:00 AM at the
Meriden/Middletown rest area on I-91 North, just north of Exit #19. Dennis
will lead this cruise. Questions – contact Dennis at:
[email protected]
See attached flyer and look to www.vettclub.org for more info.
June 7th
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Club Corvette Monthly Meeting – 7:00 PM – Burrata’s Restaurant, Branford
June 9-12 - The Vietnam Traveling Wall That Heals - On display on Memorial Blvd.,
Bristol, CT
June 11th
Wine Tasting - Total Wine and More at The Plaza at Buckland Hills,
1480 Pleasant Valley Road, Manchester, CT - 1:00-3:00PM - Join us for a wine
tasting journey through some of the most popular wine varieties. Learn about the
basics of wine - how and where wine is made, how to taste wine, and what to eat
with the different varieties. You will sample about 8 bottles of wine. No food will
be served during the wine tasting. Questions or details, contact Mike at:
[email protected] or 860-529-6681 and see attached flyer
June 12th –
6th Annual Club Corvette of Ct Spring Picnic – Hammonasset State Park
under Pavilion #2 - Food, fun, music and a general good time –
Reservations are required. We need a headcount for this event. – More
details as we get closer. For questions contact Stan Griskewicz at:
[email protected] and see attached flyer
This Heritage Museum Event has been re-scheduled due to a conflict
with the NCM Event in Newport.
June 19th -
Heritage Museums & Gardens – Sandwich, Mass. - 100 Acres of gardens –
Private tour of Mr. Lilly’s American Antique Car Collection – $25.00 PP Meet at the Branford McDonald’s rest area on I-95 north at 7:30 AM and
leave at 8:00 AM sharp. – This will give us 2 hours to tour the gardens,
have some lunch, and meet at 1:00 PM for the tour.
Details to follow the June meeting and see attached flyer.
Visit their web site for more information
http://heritagemuseumsandgardens.org/
June 20th - The Connecticut Street Rod Association - The Connecticut Dragway Reunion
at the Mountain Ridge Resort at the top of High Hill in Wallingford, CT. Exit
15 off of I-91. - Open at 5:00 PM for participants - "Cackle Fest" at 7:00 PM.
Participants with their cars enter free - donations are welcome. Spectators
are $5.00 and all proceeds are donated to the Wallingford Wishing Well.
More info: Pete 860-635-4971 or Don 860-345-4709
We will not cruise to this event as a club. We will meet once we are there.
June 25th- 3rd Annual Support CT Veterans Car Show, sponsored by CMCC and Berlin
Legion Post 68, 154 Porters Pass, Berlin, CT – 10 AM-3 PM.
More info www.vettclub.org
June 28th - E-Board Meeting 6:30 PM – Burrata’s
Save these Dates
July 4th –
Madison 4th of July Parade - Parade steps off at 11:00 AM. – Formation time
is 9:30 to 10:45 in the Marshaling area behind Stop & Shop. After that you
will not be allowed into the marshaling area. The flyer and directions are
attached. Questions contact Les at:
[email protected]
July 22nd and 23rd - Club Corvette will be sponsoring a “Corvette Experience and Corral”
at Lime Rock Park. Details to follow.
Car Show Weekend
July 8th – Stuffing Goodie Bags – 6:00 PM McDermott Chevrolet
July 9th – Clean-up & Setup at Moroso Performance Products – 8:00 AM
July 10th – Car Show – All Hands on Deck! – 7:00 AM
CORVETTE CRUISE NIGHTS
Heavenly Donuts – Rt. 34, Derby - Every Wednesday night, weather
permitting. For information, contact Jeff at [email protected]
Allegra’s Restaurant – Dinner and conversation every Thursday evening
starting at approximately 6:00 PM – join us!
LAST GREEN VALLEY CRUISE – by Kurt Ryder
When – Sunday, May 15, 2016
Why – It’s time to get on the road with friends and
Corvettes
Meeting Location - The brand new I-95 rest stop in
Branford (come early for breakfast and conversation)
Meeting Time – 10:00 a.m., leaving promptly at
10:30 a.m.
Cruise Length – Approximately 3.5 hours to a late
lunch about 2:00 p.m.
Itinerary: After leaving the Branford rest stop we will travel to I-95 Exit 65. From this point on
we will be traveling through the scenic country roads of Connecticut. Trees and flowers will be
blooming and hopefully the sun will be shining. We will be traveling through the beautiful
town of Essex, north along the CT River through Deep River and Chester, and crossing the river
at the Goodspeed Opera House in East Haddam. We will continue to Moodus, Westchester,
and Colchester for a rest stop at Duncan Donuts. Upon leaving Colchester we will continue
east to Lebanon, North Franklin, and Sprague, heading toward Baltic. In Baltic we will travel
along the Shetucket River heading toward Route 169, one of the most scenic routes in
Connecticut. Once on Route 169 we will travel to Brooklyn, CT, picking up Route 6 East toward
Hampton, North Windham and Willimantic. Our destination is Willimantic but we will travel
back roads which I am pretty sure you have never traveled before.
We will eat in Willimantic. On the following page is a list of restaurants and ice cream shops in
the Willimantic area. For those new cruisers in the Club, I have also prepared a list of
suggestions to prepare for the cruise. Before we depart from Branford, you will also
receive a detailed turn-by-turn cruise guide.
Restaurants in Willimantic area (Boston Post Rd. = Rt. 66)
1) Aero Diner – 361 Boston Post Rd., North Windham, CT (860) 450-1959 (This is 3.2
miles from the Willimantic Brewing Co. Take Rt. 66 East to Rt. 6 East – Boston
Post Rd.)
2) Willimantic Brewing Co. – 967 Main St., Willimantic, CT (860) 423-6777
3) Tony’s Pizza – 117 Main St., Willimantic, CT (860) 423-7717
4) Subway - 33 High St., Willimantic, CT (860) 423-8585
5) Friendly’s Restaurant – 1405 Main St., Willimantic, CT (860) 423-8084
6) Taco Bell – 1320 Main St., Willimantic, CT (860) 423- 3756
7) Fiesta Cinco De Mayo – 1228 Main St., Willimantic, CT (860) 423-9524
8) Cafemantic – 948 Main St., Willimantic, CT (860) 423- 4243
9) Olympic Restaurant – 50 Boston Post Rd., Willimantic, CT (860) 450-0555
10)
Asian Bistro LLC – 95 Storrs Rd., Mansfield, CT (860) 456-8316
11)
Mama’s Pizza – 227 Ash St., Willimantic, CT (860) 426-2320
12)
Applebee’s – 93 Storrs Rd., Willimantic, CT (860) 423-6069
13)
Papa Gino’s – 95 Storrs Rd., Willimantic, CT (860) 456-1884
Ice Cream in Willimantic area
1) Dairy Queen – 1051 Main St., Willimantic, CT (860) 456-1991
2) Shady Glen – 840 Middle Turnpike E, Manchester, CT (860) 649-4245 (13.6 mi.
from Willimantic center)
3) Friendly’s – See # 5 above.
4) Friendly’s Ice Cream Shop – 105 W Town St., Norwich, CT (860) 886-1083
5) Salem Valley Farms Ice Cream – 20 Darling St., Salem, CT (860) 859-2980 (23
mi. from Willimantic center)
6) Buttonwood Farm Ice Cream – 473 Shetucket Turnpike, Griswold, CT (860) 3764081 (26 mi. from Willimantic center)
Preparation for a car cruise
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Gas up your car the night before.
Bring a GPS
Bring a walkie talkie
Bring a smartphone
Be sure to listen while the cruise briefing is given and get copies of all handouts.
Ask questions when the cruise briefing is given.
During a Cruise
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Do not take your own route; it may draw other members from the caravan.
Don’t pass other members in the caravan.
If you find you must leave the cruise route, radio/phone the cruise master.
Keep a comfortable distance between cars. If you fall back too far others will be
lost.
MUSEUM IN MOTION (MIM) CRUISE TO NEWPORT, RI
For those CCC members who are going to Newport with the 3-day package,
you are welcome to join Chris and Kurt Ryder to cruise as a group.
Departure Date: Thursday, May 19, 2016
Meet: Branford I-95 Northbound Rest Stop
Time Meet: 12:30 p.m.
Time Leave: 1 p.m. sharp
Notes:
- Trip length is approximately 1 hr. & 40 min. + one stop.
- Fill your gas tank before leaving.
- If you have a Walkie Talkie, set it to channel 4.
- Chris cell – 860.302.6134
6th Annual Club Corvette of CT Picnic
June 12th - 12 noon to 4 p.m. for food (later if you want to hang)
The park closes at sundown.
(This is a member only event.)
The location for this event is Hammonasset State Park, Pavilion #2.
Hammonasset State Park is well posted off of exit 62 of I-95. The
park will charge you $13.00 per vehicle to enter the park. The cost
of the picnic is free to voting Club members and spouse or one
guest. In addition to the food, a DJ will be playing car music.
Kite flying and bocce ball are some of the activities being planned.
Feel free to bring any games that you like. This is a rain or shine
event (pavilion #2 has large roof).
RSVP is required.
Lunch menu includes BBQ Pork
Sausage ‘n Peppers
Eggplant Parm
Hot Dogs/Cheeseburgers
Baked Beans
Condiments: Lettuce, Tomato, Cheese, Chips
Salads and Dessert
Soda, Water, Juice, Iced Tea (All cans or bottles),
Coffee
Questions or to RSVP for this event contact Stan Griskewicz at
[email protected] .
You can also sign up at the monthly meeting.
Club Corvette of Connecticut
2016 Cruise to the
Heritage Museum & Gardens
In Sandwich, MA
Date – Sunday, June 19th
Meeting Place – Branford McDonald’s rest area, I-95 north
at 7:30
AM - leaving at 8:00 AM sharp – This will give us 2 hours to tour the
gardens, have some lunch, and meet at 1:00 PM for the tour.
Cost -
$25.00 per person – This includes admission to the 100 acre
gardens (don’t forget the Merry Go-Around) and a guided tour of Mr. Lilly’s
car collection.
We will have a guided tour of Heritage’s permanent collection of antique and classic
automobiles. Discover how Heritage founder Josiah K. Lilly III collected and restored
American antique and classic automobiles. Included in the collection is a 1930
Duesenberg Model J Derham Tourister owned by Gary Cooper, a 1913 Ford Model T
Touring Car, a 1927 LaSalle Sport Phaeton, a 1915 Stutz Bearcat, a 1932 Auburn
Boattail Speedster, and a 1909 White Steam Car Model M owned by President Taft.
Sign-in sheet at the May meeting – questions – contact Les Browne
P.O. Box 120236, East Haven, CT 06512
Feb, 1st, 2016
Dear Club Corvette Member,
Club Corvette of Connecticut, Inc will hold its 24th annual Corvette show on Sunday, July 10th (rain
date July 17th) at Moroso Performance Products, Guilford, CT. Again this year we will have an Ad
Book which will be put in the “goody bags” of all car show participants. This Ad Book has proven to
be an excellent fund raiser which allows us to offset car show expenses and thus increase the
amount of monies available for charitable donations. Please, once again, help us by obtaining ads
for this book.
Rate schedule for ads:
B&W
Color
Personal Name Ad: $ 10.00 (Club Members only)
Business Card Ad: $ 25.00
N/A
Half Page Ad:
$ 50.00
$100.00
Full Page Ad:
$100.00
$200.00
Inside Front/Back Covers
$250.00
Please use the Contribution Form when soliciting an ad and give the contributor the receipt. All ads,
including the Personal Name Ad, must be paid by check payable to Club Corvette of CT. Please bring
your ads and checks, payable to Club Corvette of CT, to Club meetings and give them to George
Macary or mail to: Club Corvette of CT, P.O. Box 120236, East Haven, CT 06512. In order to allow
sufficient time to publish the Ad Book, all ads must be submitted at the June 7th Club meeting or
received at our Club P.O. Box by Friday, June 17th.
If you need additional information or have questions please do not hesitate to contact me:
[email protected] .
Thank you in advance for your support.
Sincerely,
George Macary
Club Corvette of CT
P.O. Box 120236, East Haven, CT 06512
Club Corvette of Connecticut, Inc. will host its 24th annual Corvette car show on Sunday, July 10th
(rain date, July 17th) at Moroso Performance Products, Guilford, CT. Partial proceeds from the
event will benefit Club Corvette’s adopted charity, the Connecticut Food Bank. Club Corvette is
seeking monetary donations to offset the expenses related to running this show. An Ad Book will
be placed in the “Goody Bag” given to all car show participants. Please consider listing your
business or personal expression of support in the booklet.
Business card ad $25.00; Half Page ad B&W $50.00 - Color $100.00; Full Page ad B&W $100.00 –
Color $200.00; Inside Front or Back Cover Pages Color $250.00 …….All payments by check please…..
Gift certificates or merchandise donations will be gladly accepted and used as raffle prizes for car
show participants as well as show attendees.
Thank you for your generous support.
Jack Stacey
President,
Club Corvette of Connecticut, Inc.
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I WOULD LIKE TO CONTRIBUTE
Name of Contributor: ______________________________________________
Donation: ________________________________________________________
Signature of Club Member: _________________________________________
Member: Tear along this line and return above with Ad and Check
CONTRIBUTOR’S RECEIPT
Charitable Donation Received by Club Corvette of CT
Name of Contributor: ______________________________________________
Donation: ________________________________________________________
Signature of Club Member: _________________________________________
Member Name Ad Form
Club Corvette of CT Car Show
(Print your name as you would like it to appear in the Ad Book.)
Name:
Amount paid: _____________ (cost = $10.00)
Check Number: ______________ All payments must be by check payable to:
Club Corvette of CT
Date: ______________
Return to: Rick Wasserback or George Macary or
Mail to: Club Corvette of Ct
P.O. Box 120236, East Haven, CT 06512
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Member Name Ad Form
Club Corvette of CT Car Show
(Print your name as you would like it to appear in the Ad Book.)
Name:
Amount paid: _____________ (cost = $10.00)
Check Number: ______________ All payments must be made by check payable to:
Club Corvette of CT
Date: ___________________
Return to: Rick Wasserback or George Macary or
Mail to: Club Corvette of CT
P.O. Box 120236, East Haven, CT 06512
ELECTION OF CLUB OFFICERS FOR 2017
Before you know it, October will be here and we will be compiling a slate of officers
to serve our Club for 2017. We will have at least 3 openings on our Board of Directors
at the end of this year as the current officers will have reached their maximum of
serving 3 terms. We need talented and dedicated Corvette enthusiasts to become part
of our Executive Board. Let us use your talents and ideas to help us to continue to help
others who are less fortunate than ourselves and have fun doing it.
Detailed below are the offices and a brief description of the duties of each office that we
will need to fill in 2017. For a full description of each office, please refer to our bylaws.
Our Executive Board meets on the last Tuesday of every month.
Vice President – Club Operations is responsible for coordinating activities and
assisting the chairpersons with the car show, NCM activities, Club clothing, and other
duties as designated by the Board of Directors.
Qualifications – You must be a member in good standing and have been a member of
Club Corvette for at least 3 consecutive years. Prior Board of Director’s experience is
NOT necessary.
Directors at Large – 2 openings - Act as a liaison between the membership and the
Board of Directors on any concerns the members may have as well as interests or
suggestions that are made. These officers are the voice of the members. Other
responsibilities may be assigned as deemed necessary by the President.
Qualifications - You must be a member in good standing and have been a member of
Club Corvette for at least 2 consecutive years. Prior Board of Director’s experience is
NOT necessary.
Serving on the Board of Directors for Club Corvette is very fulfilling. Together we strive
to meet the expectations of our members so that being a member of Club Corvette is
both fun and rewarding, yet we must always remain financially sound so that we can
continue the good work that we do for others.
“Alone
we can do so little; together we can do so much.” -Helen Keller
Club Corvette of Connecticut
Help Wanted
We need an Event Coordinator
Job Requirements
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Must have a creative imagination
Organized to manage group events with 20 to 30 attendees
Knowledge of basic computer skills – proficient with WORD and EXCEL
Sense of dedication to the Club
History with the Club – minimum 2 year membership
Job Responsibilities
1. Manage the Events Calendar
a. Schedule events
b. Update and submit Calendar of Events to Roy for the newsletter
c. Send weekly updates to the membership by email
2. Identify leaders for cruises
a. Make sure the leader has a pre-determined route
b. Set-up centrally located meeting place and time
3. Update events on the web site
4. Update event pictures on the web site
5. Create event flyers as required
6. Coordinate with other Clubs on events that we are interested in attending
7. Print what is needed; i.e. – flyers, car show documents - using the Club’s printer
If you are interested and think that you qualify contact either:
Jack Stacy – [email protected]
or
Les Browne – [email protected]
to discuss.
If you accept this position we will have a training and turnover period for you to learn
and to become comfortable with your new duties.
Chevrolet Debuts New Corvettes Colors
What better way to kick off Corvette event season at the National
Corvette Museum than by debuting the four new 2017 Corvette colors? The last weekend of April
each year marks our annual Michelin NCM Bash, and this year participants were the FIRST to see all
four new Corvette colors: Admiral Blue, Black Rose Metallic, Sterling Blue and Watkins Glen Gray
Metallic. Samples of each color car were on display and attendees got to "try them on for size."
If you missed out, we have a few photos on our website, as well as the 2017 Corvette ordering guide.
2017 Grand Sport Pricing Announced
Chevrolet announced today the track-bred 2017 Corvette Grand
Sport will be priced at $66,445 for coupe models and $70,445 for convertibles, when they go on sale
this summer. The prices include the destination charge, but not tax, title and other dealer fees.
With heritage-inspired design cues combined with track-focused chassis and suspension elements,
the new Grand Sport builds on a legacy established in 1963, when five Grand Sport race cars were
built under the direction of the Corvette’s first chief engineer, Zora Arkus-Duntov.
Read the complete details on our website.
10 Best Automotive Museums
Auto Trader Canada has posted their picks for the 10 Best Automotive
Museums in the world.
Making the cut is the National Corvette Museum:
"The Corvette Museum made headlines for the massive sinkhole that emerged right in the museum
floor, threatening to swallow up some valuable cars. It could have been a disaster for the museum,
but the resulting publicity was actually good news.
Of the wrecked Vettes recovered from the rubble, some have been restored, some preserved, and
some lost. It makes for a great story, and there’s plenty to tell about America’s supercar."
Learn about LT1 and LT4 Engines
Chevrolet Performance has shared some videos on You Tube
discussing their crate engines, and two of them can be found in Corvettes! Learn more and
check them out below.
Chevrolet Performance LT4 Crate Engine - Information & Specs
Bill Martens, Chevrolet's Special Programs Manager, walks us through details of the Chevrolet
Performance LT4 Crate Engine.
Chevrolet Performance LT1 Crate Engine - Information & Specs
Bill Martens, Chevrolet's Special Programs Manager, walks us through details of the Chevrolet
Performance ZZ6 Turn-Key Crate Engine.
A CLUB CORVETTE OF CT SPONSOR
WHELEN ENGINEERING CORVETTE TAKES THE IMSA
WEATHERTECH SPORTSCAR CHAMPIONSHIP POINTS LEAD
DURING AN EVENTFUL CONTINENTAL TIRE MONTEREY
GRAND PRIX
___________________________________________________________________________________
To place an ad, please contact John Giorgio via e-mail: [email protected] or call 203-272-7336
fax 203-272-6417. Note: Your ad must be in by the 10th of each month. Six months free for Club members.
WHEEL WANTED
Peter Parisi
860-399-8816
Or [email protected]
Looking for a like new, OEM, no road rash, 17" 88 Vette wheel - center cap not needed
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1974 CORVETTE FOR SALE
Mark
203/910-3851
$24,999
$22,000 Firm
-
Red Convertible
71,000 Miles
Matching Numbers
Straight pipes with
resonator
- 4 speed manual
- A/C, PS, PW, PB
- Cassette
-
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1989 CORVETTE FOR SALE
Bob J.
203/248-5370
Asking $15K - Negotiable
1989 Corvette Convertible, Burgundy with Black Top. Vehicle was purchased with 60,412 miles
on the clock. Currently has 77,157 miles.
New Front Shocks
Rebuilt Mechanical Headlamp
New Lifetime AC Compressor
New Rear Window
New Temperature Control Module
Newer Yokohama Tires
Mufflers
Hoses and belts
Alternator
Head Gaskets milled and reassembled
Replaced Universal Joints
Catalytic Converter x 1
This car is always in a climate controlled garage and has never seen snow.
Please call Bob J. at 203-248-5370 with any questions or to set up a time to see the car.
2002 Z06 CORVETTE FOR SALE
Robert Naccarato
203/949-9422
[email protected]
Asking $29K – OBRO
Z06
Black on black
One owner
11K miles
Well cared for – always garaged, no rain, no snow
All original except for replaced cracked front bumper
1968 CORVETTE FOR SALE
Rod
203/206-6230
Asking $23K – OBRO
1968 Chevrolet Corvette 2 door, T –Roof, British Green, interior color saddle. 427 CID, 390 HP,
with single 4 barrel carburetor and manual transmission. It is a matching numbers car equipped
with power steering, power brakes, chrome air cleaner and valve covers, all factory original
style. The distributor cap and coil are aftermarket, and a platronics ignition system has been
installed to replace the points. The engine compartment is neat and clean, with some
replacement hoses and clamps. The transmission is the stock 4 speed manual with the factory
rear. The tires are new Cooper Cobra Radial GT, mounted on factory painted steel rims with
chrome trim rings and center hubs. The undercarriage is very clean and painted. The interior is
consistent with the age of the vehicle. The odometer shows 73844 but does not work. Actual
mileage is unknown. New parts include tires, lower ball joints, idler arm, new yokes in the rear
end, heater core and left rear wheel bearings. This was all done by a qualified Corvette
technician.
DAVE MCDERMOTT’S CORVETTE AND CAMARO INVENTORY
Callaway Spring BLOW OUT
MSRP:
Club Price:
2012 Chevrolet Camaro SS Callaway
$70,410
$49,999
$36,995
$35,900
$89,900.00
$68,900.00
$50,900
$48,500.00
Pre - owned Corvette's
MSRP:
Club Price:
2015 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 with 3LZ,
$92,900
$79,900.00
$53,900
$52,500.00
Velocity Yellow Tint coat, Manual, Pure
Performance!!! Be the first owner!
2012 Preowned Camaro SS - White with
Inferno Orange Interior. Callaway Edition 3082 Miles
STK# C80662A
2015 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Z51 with
2LT, Torch Red, Automatic - 4,397 miles
Callaway C80335A
2013 Chevrolet Grand Sport 3LT Coupe
Titanium Grey, Super charged Callaway
Edition!!
C90279A
Velocity Yellow Tint coat, Manual, 456 miles
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible 2LT
Torch Red, Automatic – 16,861 miles
STK# CP6088A
$28,900
$27,495.00
New Corvettes 2014/2015/2016
MSRP
Club Price:
2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Convertible
2LT, Crystal Red Metallic, Paddle Shift
$74,525.00
$66,500.00
$64,700.00
$60,200.00
$69,470.00
$64,170.00
$66,110.00
$61,610.00
2007 Chevrolet Coupe 1 LT Black on Black
C90029A
C70731
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray 1LT Coupe,
Black, Automatic
C90296
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Conv, 1LT
Shark Gray Metallic, 7 speed manual.
CC90216
2016 Chevrolet Stingray Coupe 1LT
Black
CC90295
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Z06, 2LZwith Z07
package, Torch Red
C90022
$103,925.00 $97,925.00
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe
$73,140.00
$69,140.00
$106,520.00
$100,520.00
2LT Laguna Blue
Cc90048
2016 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe Z06 3LT
Manual 7 speed transmission.
Black CC90265
For More Information Please Contact:
Kevin Syombathy
General Manger
Bill Sam
General Sales Manager
John Zito
Sales Manger
Luis Junquera
Pre-Owned Manager
Sean Lamb
Internet Sales Director
Phone:
203-466-1000
Toll Free:
800-228-1282
Email:[email protected]
WWW.davemcdermottchevrolet.com
***OUR NEW SHIRTS ARE NOW AVAILABLE******
Rich Forristall and Renee Dansereau are
taking orders for the new CCC shirts.
See them at our monthly meetings or
contact them at:
[email protected]
or
[email protected]
3 ½” PATCHES ARE ALSO AVAILABLE
They have an iron-on backing or they can be
sewn on for a more permanent application.
The cost is $3.00 each.
See Roy Master at a meeting or an event if
you would like to purchase these patches.
CLUB CORVETTE OF CONNECTICUT CLOTHING ORDER FORM
Size
C 1-2-3
LOGO
C 4-5-6
C 5-6-7
Price
Men's Devon & Jones
Sport Shirts
Crystal Blue
M
L
XL
$37
$37
$37
D100
XXL
$39
XXXL
$41
Women's Devon & Jones
S
$37
Sports Shirts
Crystal Blue
M
L
$37
$37
D100
XL
$37
XXL
$39
S
M
$17
$17
L
$17
XL
$17
XXL
XXXL
$18
$20
XXXXL
$22
S
M
L
XL
$29
$29
$29
$29
XXL
XXXL
$31
$33
XXXXL
$38
Sweatshirt
Ash Grey
S
M
$40
$40
Zippered with Hood
L
XL
XXL
XXXL
$40
$40
$42
$44
XXXXL
$49
S
M
L
XL
XXL
XXXL
$38
$38
$38
$38
$40
$43
XXXXL
$48
S
M
L
XL
XXL
$40
$40
$40
$43
$43
XXXL
$43
Tee Shirt
Grey
Sweatshirt
Ash Grey
Sweatshirt
Ash Grey
1/4 Zippered
Denim (Light)
Long Sleeve
Three Rivers
Mens or Ladies
You are expected to pick
up your order at the next
meeting or make other
arrangements.
Make checks payable to
Club Corvette of CT.
For questions, contact
Rich Forristall at
860/526-5086 or email
[email protected]