NEWSLETTER HIGHLIGHTS
"DISTRICT OFFICERS MEETING!"
----On 17 November, Chapter Director, Ken Napier and Educator, Jim Sharkey, attended a very informative District Officers Meeting in Lynchburg, paid Chapter fees to District, turned in dates for our 2002 Poker Runs & came away with lots of information. See their articles for details & latest information important to you, the member.
"DINNER RIDE/SOLDIER SHOW:"
----17 November. It was FREE and Lou Mitchell..er, Pat Hasiak, led the way to a great evening at Fort Belvoir! After a Chapter Dinner at the Capitol Grill & Buffet, in Woodbridge, a large group was led to Fort Belvoir for another unforgettable Show by some very talented Army Soldiers. Another great VA-I Dinner Ride.
"PEOPLE'S CHOICE!"
----Did you get your vote in? Last chance. If you did not, see CD today. Wondering who won? It could be YOU! Attend Chapter Anniversary Dinner, 19 January ’02.
"DOUBLE 5-HEART BAR WINNER:"
----Congrats go to Lou & Patti Card! Recipients of a special Congratulatory Letter from National, for winning the Double 5-Heart Bar Award in recruiting new members to GWRRA. Go Lou!
"POLAR BEAR RUN:"
----Tuesday, 1 January, New Year’s Day. Start the year off right – Riding! Meet your Chapter. Be at Sign of the Whale Restaurant, for PARR’s annual Polar Bear Run. POC: Bruce Babcock. Lv OCB @ 8:00am.
"CHAPTER ANNIVERSARY DINNER:"
----Saturday, 19 January. Celebrating Fourteen years of riding and eating Ice Cream together. Prepare to come out in Chapter Colors, recognize some Chapter members, celebrate our successes, applause our People’s Choice, have a nice meal and prepare for another great year. All Chapters invited!
"CHAPTER I PHONE BOOK:"
----New Phone Tree Book going into print in January. All Members /Friends, please see, call or email Gayle Babcock to get your correct/updated Phone information included.
"MANASSAS ANNUAL CHRISTMAS PARADE:"
----24 Bikes! A great response by Chapter I members, VA-A members and Mannasas Honda Riders Club members and friends. Most-decorated bike was Ric Cross of VA-A! Leo MacDonald won for most Flags! The Big Dog II had the most Heroes (Policeman, Fireman and Military) displayed. Lois Simpson won for “Cutest” Bike! Lou Mitchell had the biggest Mascot ever seen! Lou & Patti Card and Jr & Nancy was a crowd-pleaser with the most candy, while Charles Bettis was the most popular with parents (stopping his Trike to shake hands & chat with the kids). Dave Timbs and Jesse Baldwin’s white bikes were sorely needed for a Red, White and Blue Bike effect in front & rear of contingent.
"CHAPTER I CHRISTMAS PARTY:"
----Another Chapter Couple Success: Taking a page and advice from last year’s Chapter Couple (Bob & Nancy Burgoyne); this year’s COY, Jeff & Deb Sterling and their own little Elves, Scott & Leslie, and Helpers; set up a very successful 2nd annual Chapter Christmas Party. A great turn-out with more than enough Food, Desserts, Drinks and Door Prizes. Santa Claus (or was that Bruce Babcock?) conducted a very “active” Gift Exchange.