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The Prez Sez...

I’m sitting at my computer writing this message for the newsletter, wondering if it is ever going to be spring with warm weather, blue skies, flowers blooming, and being able to drive my Mustang without it getting snowed on!

I just looked at the weather forecast and it says it could be almost 70 degrees soon; yeah right, can you ever truly believe the forecast?  I hope it is for all us car folks’ sake.  This coming month marks the beginning of “car season” with all it’s activities and shows that we’ve planned for this year.  Starting with the Shakedown Cruise on May 3^rd where we’ll meet at Yoke’s on Trent and Argonne at 10:00.  That’s followed closely by another attempt at a road rally and on and on.  I encourage you to participate in as many activities as you are able to this coming year.  Participation in club activities is the way we get to know one another better and become even closer friends that some of us already are.  I know I’m looking forward to a car season where I get to know some of you that I haven’t had the chance to talk with yet.

For now polish up the car, anticipate good weather, drive between the snowflakes and raindrops, give a wave to all the other Mustang drivers out there, and stay safe.

Finally I’d once again like to thank those of you that step up and make this club what it is.  I won’t attempt to name you all because I’ll forget someone.  Just know that if you’re a chairperson of a committee or event, on the Board of Directors, talked during the meeting, hosting an event at your home or coordinating with someone to make something happen for the club you’re appreciated.  Thank you all for what you do. 

Gary

The 25^th Anniversary of our club is this year.  In celebration of this event we’ve planned an overnight cruise for August 16th.  The cruise will leave Spokane and continue west through Airway Heights on Highway 2, we’ll cruise through the town of Reardan and then onto the town of Davenport.  We’ll turn north on highway 25 and continue on past Old Fort Spokane, across the confluence of the Spokane River with the Columbia River, and to Two Rivers Casino.  At Two Rivers there is lunch for those that want it, a convenience store, rest rooms, gas, and a nice paved parking lot.  Total distance from Spokane to Two Rivers Casino is about 65 miles of highway driving.

Leaving Two Rivers Casino we’ll continue north on highway 25 following the Columbia River (Lake Roosevelt) for the next 66 miles.  The route is all paved and is absolutely gorgeous.  If you watch you may see deer, bear, or wild turkeys as you drive.  While the speed limit is 55 mph we’ll most likely cruise around 50 mph so we can enjoy the scenery.  We’ll continue north to the junction with highway 20 then turning back east and into the town of Kettle Falls.  We’ll continue east on highway 20 another 9 miles to Colville, WA where arrangements have been made with the Colville Inn.

The Colville Inn is a nice Motel with a large paved parking lot with the management living right there on the ground floor.  They’ve given us a rate of $69.00 plus tax for a double queen room, $63 plus tax for a king bed room, or $53 in their budget annex; I’ve had them set aside 15 rooms at this point.  The rooms have coffee and refrigerators in the room and kids 18 and under stay free.  Next door is a nice restaurant, but there are more just up the street in town, or just a short walk McDonalds and Taco Time.  You’re on your own to make reservations the number is 1-800-680-2517 or 509-684-2517, just let them know you’re with the Mustang Club and ask for Teresa if she’s available.

The only surviving Drive In Theater anywhere near Spokane is located between the towns of Kettle Falls and Colville, we’ll drive by on the cruise into Colville.  Those who can stay awake long enough to enjoy going a drive in movie can caravan to the theater and “hang out” just be aware that heading into the back seat may be noted in a future newsletter!  Dale has also said there’d be a drawing sometime during the day to see which member will be the streaker at the movie!

There may be some members that don’t want to stay the night if that is the case cruise along with us, enjoy lunch and perhaps dinner with the group and then head back to town along highway 395, it’s just a little over an hour back to Spokane from Colville.

IF YOU CAN’T MAKE THE MEETING TO SIGN UP FOR THIS EVENT GIVE GARY A CALL, 922-1169, AND GET ADDED TO THE LIST.

ADOPT – A – HIGHWAY LITTER PICK-UP

With over 6 feet of wall-to-wall snow still burying the driveway between my shop and garage, its hard to fathom that it’s time to start thinking about doing our spring litter pick-up on Highway 395.  Then I come out of the “wilderness” of downtown Spirit Lake and realize that there’s very little snow around in “civilization”!!  So---it’s on!

A sign-up sheet was passed around at the March meeting and will be available again at the April meeting.  If can’t make the meeting to sign up and you’d like to join the crew, be at Fat Daddy’s on the 19th or contact Jim Fox at (208)623-4101 to sign up.  See you there!

First Track Day of the Year

Due to conflicts at the track the date has now been changed to March 28th.  So, if you want an experience you’ll likely never forget or simply want to be there to share some time with other members, come on down for an hour or the whole day.  The track is HOT from 9 AM to 5 PM.  For more info, Barry at (509) 468-8730.

A note from the Editor

Well I am almost thinking I jinxed us saying “Bye-Bye Snow”.  Doesn’t seem to have gone away.  I am hoping for much better weather so that we can all start getting those Mustangs out in the sunshine.  Here’s to wishful thinking and many sunny days to come!!!

Tracy

DAA Northwest Auction April 30th

Come join us and volunteer for the DAA auction to support the club!  These auctions really help the club and prevent us from having to do bake sales and car washes.  Besides where else do you get the chance to drive some very unique cars.  I have to say that this is probably one of the most fun auctions that is put on by Mitch Silver.  There is always food provided (this makes the IEEC [Inland Empire Eating Club] of the IEMC very happy) so you will not miss out on dinner and this one is outside so it is a larger auction with a lot of neat cars.  Meet at the auction site in Airway Heights around 5:00pm.  Contact any officer for details on how to get there.

FORD LAUNCHES ‘WARRIORS IN PINK’ MUSTANG FOR ’09, DOUBLES CONTRIBUTIONS TO RACE FOR THE CURE

NEW YORK, March 19, 2008 – Ford Motor Company, which has dedicated more than $95 million in cash and in-kind contributions for breast cancer education and research for 14 years, announces today that it is doubling its contribution to Susan G. Komen for the Cure each time it sells a ’Warriors in Pink’ package for the 2009 Ford Mustang.

“Thanks to the tremendous response from our dealers and customers to the 2008 ‘Warriors in Pink’ Mustang, we knew we needed to continue offering the package, and we’re happy to be able to increase our support for the Cure at the same time,” said Connie Fontaine, Ford Experiential Marketing manager.

Produced in a limited edition of 1,000 units, the Mustang with Warriors in Pink package was designed exclusively in support of Susan G. Komen Foundation for the Cure.  New upgrades for the 2009 package are featured on the Ford display at the New York International Auto Show.

Available on the Mustang V-6 Premium Coupe and Convertible models, the Warriors in Pink package includes a unique grille and will add a pink ribbon and pony fender badge, pink Mustang rocker tape striping, charcoal leather seats with pink stitching, aluminum-spoke steering wheel with pink stitching and charcoal floormats with pink ribbon and contrast stitching.

Coupes also can be ordered with the all-new glass roof option.  Three body colors will be available: Black, Brilliant Silver and Performance White.

Ford Warriors in Pink Launched in 2006, the Ford Warriors in Pink campaign recognizes the strength and courage it takes to deal with the everyday challenges of fighting breast cancer. 

Ford’s goal in 2008 is to donate more than $1 million for the Cure through these sales of the special Mustangs, Warriors in Pink apparel and other fundraising efforts.

The Warriors in Pink apparel collection for men and women feature important symbols signifying the message of hope, strength and unity in the commitment to the fight against breast cancer.  All apparel is available on www.fordcares.com, and 100 percent of net proceeds are donated to Komen for the Cure. 

The limited-edition 2009 Mustang with Warriors in Pink will be available through Ford dealers this summer. 

Mustang is one of the greatest automotive sales success stories of all time.  Nearly one out of every two sports cars sold in America is a Mustang, and the Mustang is also America’s best-selling convertible.

About Susan G. Komen for the Cure Nancy G. Brinker promised her dying sister, Susan G. Komen, she would do everything in her power to end breast cancer forever.  In 1982, that promise became Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure, which helped launch the global breast cancer awareness and education movement.

Today, Race for the Cure is the world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures.  Thanks to events like the Race for the Cure, the foundation has invested nearly $1 billion to fulfill that promise, becoming the largest source of nonprofit funds dedicated to the fight against breast cancer in the world.  For more information about Susan G. Komen for the Cure, breast health or breast cancer, visit www.komen.org or call 1-800 I’M AWARE.

Bill Widrig of the Wishing Star Foundation was kind enough to stop by and tell our club some of the great things that his group does for children with life-threatening illnesses.  Bill stated that one of the ways that our club could help is by donating rides for the wish kids.  Some other things that can be done by either the club or by individuals are gifts, cash donations, blankets for the Blankie Program and joining the local Chapter to become a volunteer.  If you would like more information please contact Bill at 509-744-3411.

Guild School Penny Drive

IEMC April Meeting Minutes

Tuesday, April 1st @ 7:00

IEMC minutes April 1, 2008

Minutes for the April 1, 2008 IEMC general meeting:

Vice Pres Cheri Knobler called the meeting to order. A motion to dispense with the reading of the minutes was made and seconded.

Carl Sontowski gave the treasurer’s report. This is the last month to pay dues or your name will be removed from the Club’s membership list.

Member’s draw: Bill and Charlotte Donahue, they were not present; therefore, the $10 dollars was given to the Guild School fund.

The Auto Boat Speed Show brought around 12 new members to the Club. Some of the new members were able to come to the meeting and be introduced and meet the group. Welcome aboard to all, get involved and have some fun!  Denny Jones thanked all members who were involved with the Auto Boat Speed Show, the Club was awarded the OUTSTANDING CLUB DISPLAY AWARD. All the cars in the display received awards. Congratulations to all!!!

Barry Barton reported that the Hot Rod Café apologized for being so late with the $500  check for winning the most cars Club event at their Café. That award has been paid to our Club now.

Bill Widrick from the Wishing Star Foundation explained that all gifts that are fulfilled come from, and rely strictly on donations from others. Mr. Widrick suggested that we could get involved in either raffles or giving rides in our cars, and/or any help would be greatly appreciated. Vi Sundin informed the Club and Mr. Widrick that we have in the past years donated money to the Foundation.

Vicki West asked the Club if they could donate funds on behalf of the Olive Crest Foundation for abused children. She will be running Bloomsday for the cause.

Sharon Marier asked the Club to allow her a $2500 budget for the Hot Wheels in Millwood Show. A motion was made, seconded and passed. The first meeting will be held April 11^th at Perkins downtown. The Show is July 26^th at noon.

Up coming Club activities were discussed in detail for the new members. Watch the Website and Club Newsletter for details and updates. Such activities include the Shakedown Cruise, May 3^rd 10:00am Yokes on Argonne, Road Rally-Cruise & Team competition June 7^th, and July 12^th  Mystery Cruise.

The Silver Auction was held April 5^th at the fairgrounds, there was good attendance from club volunteers and all went well. The DAA auction will be held April 30^th, please sign up to help out.

The Guild School Penny Drive is Saturday April 26^th from 9am-3pm at the Sterling Savings Bank on Mullan. Please bring your car to display if the weather is good.

Barry Barton invited members to attend the Track Day on Sat. April 19^th. Members must check in at the gate. It’s fun to watch and ride!

Spring highway cleanup day is also April 19^th. Members are to meet at Fat Daddy’s at the Wandermere mall at 10:00am

Aprils ice cream run is on the 15^th, meet at the SCC clock tower at 6pm to cruise to the A&W on Sullivan and Sprague.

Health and welfare- Dale McBride is having some continuing health issues, keep him in yours prayers. Jana

Scherling is having surgery in May. Cheri Knobler will be starting radiation therapy and Sharon Jones may have shoulder surgery. Best wishes to all.

Denny Jones nominated himself and his wife Sharon, for the HA Award for interrupting the awards ceremony at the Auto Boat Speed Show  SEVERAL TIMES with their car alarm.

Door prizes went to Stan Reynolds, Gregg Therman, Royal Myhre, Ken West, Angela Howerton, Steve Porter, and Travis Wical.

The 50/50 was won and donated to the Guild School by Barry Barton in the amount of $18.50.

Your part time Secretaries,

Marcia, Ellen, Tom

Check out our website

for over 250 items in apparel.

The club store on our web site ( www.inlandempiremustangclub.com ) has been updated with many new apparel items!    Check out the new stuff and show your pride by placing an order!  Lyn is constantly looking for new items to sell and help promote our club, so if you have any ideas or suggestions, please let her know by dropping her an email at jimcomfort@roadrunner.com.  At our last meeting she was investigating license plate frames that looked pretty nice.

Our apparel department is gearing up for our annual Hot Wheels in Millwood car show, and the shirts are ready to be ordered.  The color scheme this year is aqua on heather grey, and the cost is still only $10 for XXL and smaller.  Please get with Lyn and place your order, especially if you have a special order for those grand kids!  Remember, if you want your merchandise available at the club meeting, please let Lyn know prior to the meeting so she can stop and pick up your order.  You save shipping costs if you pick it up yourself or have her get it.  If you want to pick your order yourself, you can stop in at Cuda-Buffalo Apparel on East Broadway, just east of Fancher on the South side of the street.

Thinking of joining our club?

Please join us at any of our meetings to see who we are and what we are all about! We will be electronically sending everyone who has given us their email address our newsletter! Email scott@scottclark.us for more info.

Get your story in for The Stang of the Month

As you probably noticed, last month‘s newsletter didn‘t have The Stang of the Month in it. Our ‗Stang of the month reporter has retired, so we are looking for stories from members about their prized Mustang. So please submit your stang for inclusion on the list of Stang‘s of the Month. Pictures are mandatory, but if you don‘t have any pictures, contact me and I can get someone to take some pictures. We‘ve got at least three photo bugs in the club with digital cam-eras, so setting up for a few shots should be pretty easy. Be creative, give interesting facts, history of the car, why you bought it, and anything else you think would be good reading.