Club News Update - June 13, 2004

Well summer has finally arrived with consistent days at or near 90 and humidity just as high.  I've piddled around the garage a little.  Maybe an hour or two at a time is about all I can take.  Touring in the MG's is reduced to either the early morning or late evenings.  Oh for an AC.

I've received some feedback on the new web site and all seems positive with a few updates and questions that I'll be getting with David on this week.

Don't forget upcoming get-togethers.  Remember you don't have to drive yours....it's too darn hot.  We would like to have you join us.  Cooler weathers just around the corner....I think.

June 19       Tech Session 3

                    We return to Pat and Barbara Cashman's shop in Vicksburg.

                    I'm not sure what polishing or wrenching that Pat and Barbara have

                    planned but I'm sure we'll have a great time.

                    Don't forget we'll begin planning for out show in September so we need

                    as many folks as possible to attend and bring your ideas.

                    Potluck lunch begins at 12:00pm.    

                    Details:  Gene Johnston    (601) 607 - 7021

                                  Pat Cashman     (601) 638 - 3240

July 9 - 11    Car Quest World of Show and Go

                    Jackson Trade Mart  /  State Fairgrounds

Last year The EMC had 10 cars present in the show and the organizers were accommodating to place all our club cars in the same area.  It made for an excellent presentation.  We'd like to do at least as well this year. 

Here are some specifics:  The cars have to be at the show site between 9:00am and 7:00pm on Friday and can be removed from the Trade Mart on Sunday after 5:00pm.  BATTERIES MUST BE DISCONNECTED.  The entry fee is $25.00 for clubs with 5 or more entries mailed together and received by July 3rd.  We'll meet at the Trade Mart on Friday at 12:30pm to ensure as many of our cars as possible can be grouped together. Dash plaques, class awards, and 2 passes are included in the entry fee.  If you want a copy of the entry form please contact Barry or me.  I'll also have copies at the June 19 tech session.  Barry Schmidt and I will coordinate getting our early registration in.

                    Details:  Gene Johnston (601) 607 - 7021

                                 Barry Schmidt (601) 992 - 9196                  

July 17     July Party and Tire Kicking

                Jake Weaver has indicated this date to be a good one for us to get together at his place.            

This won't be a knuckle busting tech session, just a leisurely get together for fun and conversation.  Jake has agreed to provide the liquids and I've agreed    to supply the burgers. Jake don't make tea but likes it sweet if someone is willing.  We do need volunteers to bring the garden and the beans. If someone will step forward just let me know what you want to bring. I'm aware of all of the tomatoes on the vine in July and will attempt to avoid an over supply of tomatoes or any other one necessity.  I'll send out an update of what's being brought every week or so. Just for a general idea of the number that can make it please e-mail me or give me a call so we'll know how many napkins to buy.  Oh,  Jake Weaver's place is in Clinton, MS.

                Details:  Gene Johnston (601) 607 - 7021

August  -  Ron Stucky has suggested for our August get together we travel to the Jackson

Yacht Club.  I'll roundup some details this week and see if we have a group of

persons interested and if we can still get in.

Al continues to receive e-mails from the Triumph Register.  I've sent them my e-mail address, evidently they like Al.  In a message dated 6/12/2004 6:17:08 PM Central Standard Time, adam2402@bellsouth.net writes:

> 2004 VTR National Convention Update

> July 14 through 17, 2004

> Richmond, Virginia

> Check out the website at http://www.vtr2004.com/

>

> This is the latest in a series of updates highlighting the 2004 Vintage Triumph Register National Convention, Wednesday, July 14 through Saturday, July 17, 2004, at the Richmond Sheraton West Hotel in Richmond, Virginia.

>

> Vintage British Planes At VTR 2004: There will be up to four vintage

British planes flying in for the convention's Saturday car shows at the Virginia Aviation

Museum. We've just confirmed that one of these planes will be a Royal Air Force Spitfire, the greatest British fighter of World War II. These planes will be on display at the museum during the VTR car shows, along with a SR-71 Blackbird spy plane. Don't miss this opportunity to see these historic aircraft.

>

> Hotel Update: The Sheraton Richmond West Hotel is almost fully booked, but

don't let that stop you from attending VTR 2004. We've added additional blocks of rooms

at the nearby Holiday Inn ($77 per night plus tax) and Embassy Suites (King $109/night;

Two Doubles $129/night, plus tax.). Reservation information for the Holiday Inn and

Embassy Suites is posted at http://www.vtr2004.com/.

>

> Check www.vtr2004.com for regular updates. For more information, contact the Richmond Triumph Register at 804-746-9409 (voice or fax) or e-mail us at info@vtr2004.com.

Happy Motoring

Gene