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Volume 45 - Issue 12 - December 2014
Show
N Tell from the October Meeting
Photos from Sharon Heckel,Dave White and your Editor
L-R Todd shows his Ultra Rare Mercury luggage, Mark tells of racing greats and Bob displays Ford salesman’s tools
L-R Dick presents “Empty” libation bottles, Paul exhibits century old tools and Mike introduces a custom hat or as he
called it a heater cover.
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President-Ron Costello
206-550-4370 roncostello@wavecable.com
2014 PSRG WHO’S WHO
Vice-President- Guy Generaux
Committee Chairs
Accessories-Scott Jenkins
206-778-9097 ScottZQ@yahoo.com
206-323-5709 Guy.G@journal-newspapers.com
Advertising-Guy Generaux
Secretary-Gerry Herber
425-641-8569 herbergm@aol.com
Activities Coordinator-Bruce Anderson
Treasurer-DickJauch
360-387-1580 richard.jauch@frontier.com
Parliamentarian-Bob Heckel
425-697-5951 robertw245@comcast.net
2014 Directors
Bruce Anderson
425-226-5505 andersonb8@comcast.net
Todd Gudmundson
206-391-8427 me53rc@yahoo.com
Sharon Heckel
425-697-5951 sharond4381@comcast.net
Mike Amos
425-881-2054 michael.e.amos@gmail.com
Elmo Lewis
425-888-2118 bevelmo@comcast.net
Dave White
206-999-8138 davidcwhite@comcast.net
Newsletter- Scott Jenkins
206-778-9097 editor@efv8psrg.org
206-323-5709 Guy.G@journal-newspapers.com
425-226-5505 andersonb8@comcast.net
Fall Banquet -Bruce Anderson
425-226-5505 andersonb8@comcast.net
42nd Annual Early Ford V-8 Car
Show and Picnic-Mark Keenholts 206-5469097 mkeenholts@frontier.com and Gerry Herber
425-641-8569 herbergm@aol.com
Historian-Rick Mann
425-481-0544 rimarija@aol.com
Librarian-Rick Mann
425-481-0544 rimarija@aol.com
Membership/Rosters-Guy Generaux
206-323-5709 Guy.G@journal-newspapers.com
MeetingRaffle-Dick Jauch
360-387-1580richard.jauch@frontier.com
Refreshments-
Mike Amos 425-881-2054 michael.e.amos@gmail.
com
Ken Stobbe 425-33792 kenstobbe@frontier.com
Sunshine- DickJauch
Sunshine-Dick Jauch
Program Coordinators
PSRG Summer Picnic-
360-387-1580 richard.jauch@frontier.com
360-387-1580 richard.jauch@frontier.com
Guy Generaux 206-323-5709 Guy.G@journal-newspapers.com
Dave White 206-999-8138 davidcwhite@comcast.
net
Swap Meet-Pete Lowman
Web Site
206-284-1613
www.efv8psrg.org
Web Master- Ray Bunn
Summer - 360-422-7314
Winter - 760-636-1148
Cell 206-979-1752
webmaster@efv8psrg.org
Puget Sounds is published by the Early
Ford V-8 Club PSRG #18 solely for the
enjoyment and use of its members, and to
present a forum for the personal stories of
the staff and contributors.
The Puget Sound Regional Group #18
does not endorse any opinions nor does
it warranty information contributed by
any individual. Articles, Comments and
Information are greatly solicited and may
be sent to the Editor:
Scott Jenkins
editor@efv8psrg.org
206-778-9097
425-481-2088 petelow@frontier.com
Tours-Gary Duff
Tour of The Year-Guy Generaux
206-323-5709 Guy.G@journal-newspapers.com
Welcome-Guy Generaux
206-323-5709 Guy.G@journal-newspapers.com
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in other newsletters when credit is given to
the source.
Submissions are requested by the 19th of the
month prior to publication.
Note: The Early Ford V-8 Club PSRG #18
respects our members and friends confidentiality and privacy. We do not make our
mailing list available to other organizations.
The Puget Sound Regional Group meets on
the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
At the Luther Memorial Church, 13047
Greenwood Ave N. in Seattle. Unless scheduled at a special location.
Board meetings start at 7:00 pm at the hosts
chosen location.
Presidents
Words
Ron Costello
The November Silent Auction was a great success. We brought
in just over $500 for charity. I want to thank Sharon Heckel
for hosting the event and all you big spenders for buying and
contributing the goods. In total for 2014, we gave $1000 to the
Children’s Christmas Stocking Charity.
General Meeting
Minutes
GerryHerber
PSRG GENERAL MEETING NOVEMBER 4, 2014
President Ron Costello called the meeting to order at
7:30 PM. Ron thanked the Stobbes for the refreshments.
I believe everyone had a good time at the November 15th
Awards Banquet. The retiring officers and board members were The abstract of the minutes from the October Board
honored and the new 2015 officers and board where installed. meeting were read and the minutes from the October
They are:
General meeting were read and approved.
President: Elmo Lewis Treasurer Dick Jauch reported we are in Fat City.
Vice President: Guy Generaux
Committee Reports: Guy Generaux read a list of memTreasurer: Dick Jauch
bers whose three years dues must be paid if they want
Secretary: Ken Stobbe
to be included in the 2015 Roster. Guy needs to be noBoard Members for 2015 are:
tified of any changes to the roster. Decembers meeting
Sharon Heckel
David White
is a gift exchange and the January meeting will be an
Mike Amos
envelope stuffing for Swap Meet mailings. Gary Duff
Mike Rees
will give a talk at the February meeting. Pete Lowman
Carol Keenholts
has the new car club event calendars available. Dick
Dave Haufman
We then presented special “Swap Meet” awards to the 5 retiring Jauch reported Annette Kelson is doing well after
being hospitalized after the October Bared meeting.
Gurus of the swap meet;
Tom Daily
Sharon Heckel reported 40 members have signed up
Mike Dermond
for the Fall Banquet. Scott Jenkins has included some
Bob Heckel
accessories in the Silent Auction which will start after
Chuck Mcleod
the business meeting. David White went over details of
Pete Lowman
All received a $250 gift certificate, a plaque and a few words of the Swap Meet website. The address is Seattleswappraise. It was difficult to verbalize all the contributions and effort meet.net which switches you to Seattleautoswapmeet.
that these 5 have given to the swap meet over the years. Thank com.
you all! I then presented the Bill Steil Presidents Award to the
Ballots were passed out for the Restoration, InspiStobbe Family for their contribution to the club over the past
many years. I am sure I counted at least 8 Stobbe’s working the ration, and Participation awards. There were no
Swap meet this year. Congratulations! Finally, the annual club nominations for Officers or Directors. Ken Stobbe
volunteered to run for Secretary. Because there was
awards were presented. You voted the winners to be:
only one candidate for each position, Sharon Heckel
Sharon Heckel was chosen for the Participation Award.
Gerry Herber and I tied for the Inspiration Award
moved the nominating ballot be the elective ballot.
Gerry Herber and Bruce Anderson tied for the Restoration
The move was seconded and approved unanimously.
Award. Two ties! I know I and all the award recipients where
The Officers and Directors for 2015 are: Elmo Lewis,
honored to receive the 2014 awards.
Thanks to Banquet Co-chairs Sharon Heckel and Bruce Ander- President; Guy Generaux, Vice President; Ken Stobbe,
Secretary; Dick Jauch, Treasurer; Dave Hoffman, Mike
son, Mike and Trina Rees, registration chairpersons and Todd
Reece, Carol Keenholts, Sharon Heckel, Mike Amos,
Gudmundson, door prizes, for giving us such an enjoyable
banquet.
and Dave White, Directors.
Are you in the spirit? The annual Christmas Gift Exchange will The program was a silent auction to benefit Holiday
happen again on December 2nd so be ready with a gift for your Stockings for Homeless Children.
friends. They normally are valued at about $15 and are marked
Raffle winners were: Trina and Mike Reece, Mike
for Men or Women. (Ladies usually don’t like a wrench for
Dermond, Donna Christensen(2), Dave Hoffman, LD
Christmas) See you at the festivities.
Charf, and Ruth Porter. Sharon Heckel won the $50
Fix those Fords, Ron Costello
drawing.
3 Gerry Herber, Secretary
Membership
Leads & Needs
Guy Generaux
Leads & Needs listings are free for club members. All listings will
run for 3 months unless they are renewed or terminated early. Listings will be dated so you will know when they expire.
Contact Scott to have them kept in another month or to have them
removed earlier.
E-mail your listing to the newsletter editor at editor@efv8psrg.org.
or call 206-778-9097
General Meeting Happenings. Remember, PSRG meets
the first Tuesday each month, generally around 7:30 p.m.
December 2 - Holiday Gift Exchange. Find that special
gift, whether it be a fine wine to a white elephant, for
our rousing annual gift exchange event. Bring your gift
wrapped and label “Man” or “Woman” or no label if it’s
appropriate for either. Then draw your number in rotation
and either “steal” a gift or select one from the table. Great
fun for all! Hosted by Donna Christensen.
Lead: We found a 41 Ford, 85,000 miles, apart.
Parts for sale: Engine, Trans, Rear End, Radiator.
Ron: 425-275-1711. This ad expires in January
Lead: Original flathead parts:
‘34 speedometer $75
‘34 transmission $100
‘34 rear axles (4) and housings (2) $250 all
‘40 front spindles, backing plates and thin brake
drums (4) $200 all
‘49-’50 overdrive unit $100
Shanafelt finned head $150
Various ‘34-’53 Ford & Merc heads & manifolds
Carburetors, fuel pumps, generators, distributors,
etc.
Many other mechanical items
Parts are in Vancouver, WA but I can bring to
Seattle
Guy Generaux 206-423-7563
guy.g@journal-newspapers.com
This ad expires Feb.
January 6 - Swap Meet Mailer Fold & Feed. PSRG will
supply Pagliacci Pizza for all attendees that show up to
help fold swap meet flyers and insert into mailing envelopes. This is a team effort that helps support our biggest
club event of the year.
February 3 - A Seminar On Flathead Starters. PSRG
resident flathead expert, Gary Duff will discuss common
problems with starters and what you can do to alleviate
those ills. Gary plans to share his recent experiences with
high torque field coils, a new technology that is now available for our V8 flathead starters.
You Could Be A Winner! At every General Meeting - one
lucky attendee is awarded $50 in a member drawing. You
must be present to win and wearing your PSRG name
badge.
Lead: 41Ford front Bumper with Gaurds
Very nice condition $130.00
Butch 425 481 5584
This ad expires Feb.
See Page 10 for important dues renewal information
Dick Flynn’s 1972 Ford Van For Sale
Hi, my name is Mike. Can you please let the car club
members know I have Dick Flynn’s pristine yellow
1972 Ford E100 Van for sale. Just incase anyone may
be interested in owning his beautiful van!
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/cto/4760631997.
html
http://www.efv8psrg.org/Newsletters/2012/November%202012%201.pdf#page1
Thanks,MIKE M (206) 953-5398 mike5398@hotmail.
com
Our club is dedicated to the preservation and restoration of
Ford Motor Company products manufactured from 1932
through 1954.
Guests are always welcome and you do not need to own an
early V-8 to be a member. However, National Early Ford V-8
Club membership is required.
Contact Guy Generaux at 206-323-5709
or generaux@msn.com for additional information.
See Page 8 for more Leads
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To honor our past founding member Bill Steil, the club purchased two Commemorative Stone Pavers
One paver placed at the LeMay – America’s Car Museum, you can find out the exact location by
checking w/ Guest Services when you visit the Museum. They will have an updated Locator Map to
use for reference.
The other paver was purchased for the Ford Foundation Thanks to Sharon Heckel for coordinating
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And now a word from Steve Lemmons our Early Ford Northwest Director and National President
EARLY FORD V8 CLUB OF AMERICA
STEVE LEMMONS
Northwest Director, National President
P.O. Box 1074, Longview, WA 98632
Phone - 360-425-8017, E-mail – ihateoldcars@hotmail.com
November 12, 2014
Greetings Fellow V8ers,
I hope this letter finds you all well. Since I last wrote Chris and I have been to the Central National
Meet in Springfield, IL and to the Western National Meet in Thousand Oaks, CA. We had a good time
at each meet and enjoyed seeing those of you who attended. But now, the summer is over, the cars
are put away and it’s time to think about those shop projects.
The National Board of Directors held its fourth quarter meeting on Saturday, November 8, via conference call.
The Board has decided to sell Club books on Amazon on a trial basis. We feel that this is a good
avenue to introduce the Club and its books to more people. Each order will include a membership
application. The Club’s web site is being expanded to allow multiple pictures in the classified ads and
pictures to be posted in the Forums.
To date there are two National Meets scheduled for 2015: Eastern National Meet in Charlotte, NC,
June 8-11 and Central National Meet in Brainerd, MN, July 12-16. Unfortunately there is not a Western National Meet planned. Plans are underway for a National Tour next summer in California. I will
have more details as they become available.
Joe Abbin, V8er and Flathead engine guru, of Albuquerque, NM has been named as the Flathead
Engine advisor to the V8 Times. Look for his contributions in upcoming issues.
You may have read recently on the Club’s web site that our General Counsel, Mark Jones of Houston, TX has resigned. We are in need of a Club member that is also an attorney that is willing to serve
in that capacity. If you are interested or know of someone that might be, please let me know.
The results of the recent Director Election were announced. There weren’t any surprises since all ran
unopposed. We appreciate all who ran but wish that there were multiple candidates for open positions. My term will expire at the end of 2015. If you are interested in running, please let me know. I
would be happy to fill you in on the ins and outs of the job. Also, the results of the National Officer
election were revealed. National Officers are elected to office by a vote of current National Directors.
For 2015 your National Secretary will again be Joyce Parsons of Texas, your Vice-President will be
Mark Strohecker of California and I am pleased to report that I was reelected to serve as National
President.
Speaking of officers, I want to remind each Regional Group to forward a list of 2015 officers to Jerry
Windle, V8 Times editor and to me. This way we can update the contact information listed in the National Roster for 2015.
Chris and I want to wish each of you a Happy Thanksgiving, Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
As always, if there is anything that I can assist you with, please let me know. I am honored to serve
as your Northwest Director.
See you down the road,
Steve Lemmons
Northwest Director and National President
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Banquet Photos from Sharon Heckel see Presidents Words for the details
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Lead: 1950 Ford Custom Tudor Sedan, Second owner. Runs, overdrive, radio, etc. Good original
interior under seat covers. Needs some TLC. Desert Sand color. $4,500. Guy Generaux 206-423-7563 or
guy.g@journal-newspapers.com This ad expires in January
Lead: 1935 FORD FORDOR DELUXE Sedan w/sb Chevrolet engine, uses a plate across front of engine and
original motor mounts with bell housing adapter that mates with original transmission. Easy to convert back to
flathead if desired.
12 volt system with 20 amp 6 volt converter that powers the working 35 radio with power for a heater, etc.
Walker radiator, plastic gas tank, hydraulic brakes, halogen headlights & LED brake lights. 3.54 rear end.1939
clutch brake pedal assembly. Grille restored and is beautiful.
Pictures on PHOTOBUCKET: http://s611.photobucket.com/user/admiral1960/library/1935%20FORD
Asking $25,000 Also on Craigslist.
1935 FORD three speed transmission. All gears good. Asking $250.00
1937 FORD torque tube with driveline. Purchased from Bill Steil. Asking $100.00
1935 FORD radiator w/6 volt fan,Recored & used short time. Pressurized. Asking $200.00
Heater after market – core replaced, repainted, 6 volt. Asking $200.00
Allen Michler H# 509-932-0670 or C# 425-830-8016 or email: allen@amichler.com
These ads expires Dec.
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A story from Brad Austin about his 1909 Browniekar
Here’s a picture of the 1909 Browniekar with my great nephew.
The Mora company planned on 5000, but only built
130. There are 3 known today.
It has a single cylinder 3 1/2 hp motor and belt
drive. Top speed is around 10 mph.
My stepfather is doing the woodwork and I have
been de-rusting, priming, had a new steering wheel
built (wood), hubs, rims, and radiator. Completion
hopefully this year. The young men in the last photo
are Buster Keaton and his brother Jingles. The car
was sent to Europe where they terrorized the locals.
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Sunshine
Dick Jauch
Sunshine report for November/December, 2014
Hi, All: For the most part we are in pretty good
shape, considering what we have to work with.
Chuck McLeod is recovering nicely, he said, from
some back and knee problems.
Ken Dearden is also improving from some of his recent visits to the doctor.
Annette Kelson and Pat Costello both have had some
of the stuff that bothered them recently and both are
progressing well, which is good news.
I heard once that Gold doesn’t tarnish. At my age
I am sure it was a comment by someone who had
not reached the “Golden Years”. But it is worth the
effort.
So keep up the prayers for our fellow guys and
gals, it helps.
Dick Jauch, Sunshine Committee Chairman
Photo below is the birthday boy Bob
Next Meeting: Tuesday, December 2nd - Back to our
regular meeting venue and time {730pm} at Luther
Memorial Church. Gift Exchange--Bring a Gift to give
and get a Gift in return
Input for the January Newsletter Deadline: is
December 19th. Send Input to: editor@efv8psrg.org
Local PSRG 2015 Membership Dues
Under our three-year membership plan, one-third of our
PSRG members will be up for renewal next year. Your dues
will cover years 2015 through 2017!
If your membership is one of these, you should have received a recent letter from Guy Generaux, noting that your
PSRG dues are due and the amount.
Those up for renewal are: Gordon Apker, Brad Austin,
Tom Beffa,Dick Brooks, Choate Budd, John Carlson, John
Close, Alex Cordas, Mike Dermond, Gary Duff, Bob Eilert,
Guy Generaux, Bruce Goodrich,Todd Gudmundson, Gerry
Herber, Scott Jenkins, Gary Johnson, John Karas,Don
Kelson, Butch Kent, John Knudson, Bob Lee, Elmo Lewis,
Tom Nelson,Terry Nicholson, Michael Neibuhr, David Olmer, Robin Ordonez, Ken Petersen,Matt Rasmussen, Mike
Rees, Dave Severson, Don Singleterry, Ken Stobbe,Randy
Stobbe, Dick Troberg, Mark Vinson, David Weber, David
White.
If you’re not on the list, your dues are paid!
Dues will be accepted at the Dec, Jan or Feb General
Meetings or by mail to Guy at 2217 Everett Ave E., Seattle,
WA. 98102. Deadline is February 4 to appear in the 2015
PSRG Roster.
PSRG Roster
If you are among the two-thirds of the club whose dues are
current for 2015, please check your 2014 PSRG Roster and
alert Guy by February 4 with any changes of information:
new e-mail address, new home address, added or subtracted a car, etc.
We like to have the Club Roster be as accurate as possible.
Preferably, e-mail your updates to: generaux@msn.com.
Your new 2015 Roster will be mailed mid-March.
National Early Ford V8 Dues
While our local dues are per calendar year, National Early
Ford V8 Club dues are renewed on a “cycle” system depending what month you joined. National membership
dues/data are handled by Cornerstone Registration (see
your V8 Times for contact information) and can even be
paid online with credit card at https://secure.cornerstonereg.com/efv8/index.htm.
You will be notified by National when your dues are to be
renewed or look at the mailing card that comes with your
V8 Times magazine for your renewal date. National also
has a three-year option, so you might want to coordinate
this with local dues. That way, you pay dues once and don’t
have to worry about it for three years!
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PSRG BOARD MEETING ABSTRACT OCTOBER 22, 2014
The October Board Meeting was hosted by Annette and Don Kelson.
The November Board Meeting will be hosted by Joanne and Jim Hendry. The 2015 budget will be
discussed then.
Chris Knudsen will replace Brad Austin for Swap Meet registration. There are still openings on the
Swap Meet committee and a volunteer is needed for the June 2015 Picnic at Bellevue College. There
are some things that need to be accomplished before the end of the year.
The club purchased a 1942 Washington license plate and sent it to the Palm Beach Florida Regional
Group as part of a collection to be presented to the Ford Foundation.
The Board is looking for suggestions to improve our club and attract new members. Some of the ideas
voiced were:
Moving some/all of our General and/or Board meetings to local restaurants with the club subsidizing
member’s meals. We could also reduce the number of meetings.
Moving some meetings to daytime weekends with an event such as viewing a collection or visiting a
place of interest.
Include groups that focus on overhead valve engines such as Mustangs, hot rods et cetera.
Include an indoor club display at the Swap Meet.
Form a relationship with other local clubs such as Mustang, T-Bird, retractables et cetera.
Steve Lemmons, our National President and Washington resident, is his column “From the Oval Office” makes some great suggestions on how to contact owners of early Fords that are not members.
Plerase read Steve’s column and perhaps it will help the idea generating process.
Come up with your own ideas to simplify the club and submit your ideas to Ron Costello via email.
Gerry Herber, Secretary
We still have room for more ads, so if you would like to add yours please call Guy
Generaux at 206-323-5709 or e-mail to Guy at Guy.G@journal-newspapers.com
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2014 Event Calendar
General meetings start at 7:30pm at the Lutheran Church, 13047 Greenwood Ave North, Seattle unless otherwise announced.
Board meetings start at 7:00pm at the host location below unless otherwise announced
January
7th General meeting.
Program: Swap meet mailing party.
22nd Board meeting. Bob and Sharon Heckel
to host
April
1st General meeting
Program: Potluck
3rd-6th. Portland PIR and EXPO Swapmeet
23rd Board meeting. Gerry Herber will
host
26th. Mount Vernon Swap meet
July
1st General Meeting.
Program: Meet at XXX in Issaquah.
6:00PM Joint gathering with Cascade
12th. Run to Roslyn
20th Garden Tour, Sharon Heckel coordinating
23rd Board meeting. Bruce and Sandy
Anderson will host
October
7th General Meeting
Program: Show’n Tell.
11th. Monroe fall Swap meet
22nd Board meeting. Don and Annette
Kelson will host
February
4th General meeting.
Program: Dave White
15th/16th. Early Bird Swap
Meet, Puyallup, WA
26th Board meeting.
Host needed
May
6th General Meeting
Program: Guy Generaux
V-8 trivia or parts ID game
9th Snow-Isle vehicle display. See Pete Lowman
16th – 18th Monroe Swap Meet. Pete Lowman, Chairman
28th Board meeting
Elmo and Bev Lewis will host
August
2nd and 3rd. Tour of the year.
Guy Generaux coordinator
5th General meeting Program: Off site Pizza
meeting. At McBrides, 4441 26th Avenue West
in Seattle,
Gary Duff to host.
27th Board meeting Ron and Pat Costello will
host.
November
4th General meeting.
Program: Silent auction. Sharon Heckel will
conduct
15th. PSRG fall banquet. Bruce Anderson &
Sharon Heckel co-chairing
19th Board meeting
Jim and Joanne Hendry will host
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March
4th General meeting.
Program: Rich Troberg
LED lighting
15th. Almost spring Swap Meet.
Puyallup, WA
26th Board Meeting.
Host needed
June
1st Ford car show and Picnic, Bellevue
College. Mark Keenholts and Gerry Herber, Co
chairman
3rd General meeting. Trunk Swap meet
7th & 8th Peninsula power tour. Contact Dave
White
8th All Convertible Cruise in at the Triple X
14th. Yakima swap meet, fairgrounds
22nd. Bill Steil, Celebration of Life. Washington
Arboretum. Graham visitors center. 2:00 PM
25th Board meeting. Bob and Ruth Porter will
host
September
1st Fall Ford Fest, Cascade Club
2nd General meeting.
Program: Potluck
5th-6th. Winthrop Tour. Contact Gary Duff
20th Summer Picnic Bev and Elmo will
host. Officers will manage
24th Board meeting
Todd Gudmundson will host
December
2nd General meeting.
Program: Christmas gift exchange
Donna Christensen will MC
No Board meeting