THE NORTH TEXAS BUGLETTE
+ + OUR 24th YEAR + +
OFFICIAL NEWSLETTER OF THE NORTH TEXAS CHAPTER, BUICK CLUB OF AMERICA
** HOST CHAPTER OF THE 1996 & 2004 BUICK CLUB OF AMERICA NATIONAL MEETS IN PLANO, TX **
THE NORTH TEXAS CHAPTER IS A MEMBER OF THE TEXAS VEHICLE CLUB COUNCIL
VOLUME 25, ISSUE 01 DALLAS/FORT WORTH AREA JANUARY, 2008
The North Texas Chapter of the Buick Club of America is a non-profit organization that is a local chapter chartered by the Buick Club of America. THE NORTH TEXAS BUGLETTE is the official publication of the North Texas Chapter of the Buick Club of America, which is solely responsible for its content. Any portions of this publication which are identified with a particular contributor represent the orientations of said contributor and may not represent the orientations of all members of the organization. Any publication or entity wishing to reproduce an entire article, or portion thereof, should contact THE EDITOR for permission.
NEXT MEETING > > > > JANUARY 12, 2008 2:00pm
Bodacious BBQ 1206 E. Division Arlington, TX
BEEE THERRRREEEEE!!!!! BRING YOURSELF!! BRING YOU BUICK!!
COMMENTS FROM THE DIRECTOR
We had a really great December meeting and party! The hospitality of Bob and Sandy Buntaine was outstanding! It was a great day to enjoy meeting and visiting with other chapter members as we revisited the buildings containing many of Bob’s “treasures” (cars and other things).
We also enjoyed a great buffet meal, followed by a lively chapter meeting. At that meeting, it was proven that you can be elected to an office as you might sit in the meeting and not be really paying attention . . . until it’s too late. I’ll allow this person to remain “nameless”, although those in attendance know who the particular chapter member is. After this particular situation was over, we proceeded with the chapter officer election motion, which passed unanimously.
Our first meeting of the New Year 2008 will be at a familiar “old friend”, Bodacious BBQ in Arlington. This was our somewhat regular meeting venue for many years and is still nice to return to every so often. At this meeting, we’ll better define what our future activities and meeting places will be for the coming year. Please be there to offer your input and thoughts on this situation!
February will be a little different for us this year. For many years we combined our February meeting with our annual Valentine’s Day Buick Show at the Love Field Antique Mall. Sometimes, it was not that close to Valentine’s Day, but we had it anyway. It was always a fun show to do and enjoy, but that’s now a memory as the Antique Mall closed earlier in 2007. Although there’s now a gap in February, we can now explore other possibilities for meeting places and activities for that particular month.
In March, the Alamo Chapter will be hosting a Buick Club of America Board of Director’s Meeting. See the separate article for more details. As we have two BCA Board Members from Texas AND our BCA South Central Region, our Alamo Chapter associates have requested that as many of us who can attend, do attend. The activities they have planned for the attendees (BCA Board Members and other interested BCA members) looks like they will be highly enjoyable. Please make your plans NOW!
April will see the 2008 Edition of the annual Buicks and Bluebonnets Tour return to the Stagecoach Inn in historic Salado, TX. This event is an always enjoyable event put on by our Lone Star Chapter associates from the Houston, TX area. As there was last year, there is a possibility that a “Tune-Up Day” might be held at Scott Aurandt’s building in Mineral Wells. Stay tuned for more details as they develop!
I need to mention that although we have significant activities in March and April, we will still have our regular monthly chapter meetings. The monthly meetings will be on different weekends so they will NOT interfere with the out-of-town activities—you can do BOTH each month, hopefully.
We had a great Year 2007 and we hope everybody has an even better New Year 2008! Please be at this month’s chapter meeting to offer input on what you’d like to see us do and accomplish in 2008!
Willis Bell
MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 8, 2007 MEETING
The North Texas Chapter, BCA had our Christmas Party at the home of Bob and Sandra Buntaine in Alvarado, Texas at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, December 8, 2007. The party was hosted by the Buntaines with wonderful hospitality, delicious food, and a tour of their fascinating home and Bob’s shop and storage buildings. There was an electric train running on elevated tracks around the inside of the house, room to room. Lots of fun times and fun toys, here. “Thank You”, Bob and Sandy, for the fantastic party.
The meeting was called to order at 3:05pm by Director Willis Bell. There were 38 people in attendance, including a few guests.
Willis thanked the Buntaines for their gracious hospitality and wonderful food, in addition to those who brought covered dishes for the meal.
Willis reminded us of the BCA National Board Meeting to be held in San Antonio in March (14th-16th). The Alamo Chapter would like to have as many North Texas Chapter members, as well as all other Texas chapter members, as possible at the meeting. Watch for further details for time, date, and arrangements.
Willis also mentioned the Lone Star Chapter’s Buicks and Bluebonnets event in Salado in April. More details to follow.
Andy Walla mentioned that a photographer who was at the recent BCA National Meet is coming to Texas (soon) for photo opportunities. It is possible he could be at Salado.
Robert Kam sent invitations to his annual Christmas Party at his historic home. The event is scheduled for December 22nd at 7:30pm. Everyone is invited. Several members mentioned attending in the past.
Ed Logan invited everyone to the Tyler Street Methodist Church Christmas Program.
The December issue of THE BUGLE was passed around. It features Dale Sherman’s 1962 Buick Skylark.
Robert Reed Obenour announced the revised chapter membership roster (51 – 5 + 11) and gave us a report on the progress of our 6 Month Complimentary Chapter Membership program for new BCA members in our area. It was motioned, seconded, and passed to continue this program.
After discussion of the Chapter Officer Elections, it was motioned, seconded, and passed to retain the present slate of officers for the next year 2008 (for those who agreed to continue). The results:
Chapter Director Willis Bell Assistant Director Ed Logan
Secretary Jimmie Furr Treasurer Thelma Lough
Membership Director Robert Reed Obenour Activities Director Roy Campbell
Activities Director Roy Campbell announced the January Meeting will be at Bodacious BBQ in Arlington, 2:00pm, January 12, 2008. There was also discussion of the scheduling of future meeting locations in 2008. Wine Styles in Rockwall and other locations were mentioned.
Scotty Aurandt asked if we wanted to have a “Tune-Up Day” at his shop in Mineral Wells, before Salado.
Thelma gave a Treasurer’s Report. Thelma also reminded everyone that Chapter Dues for 2008 are now due.
Sandra Buntaine thanked everyone for being there and presented everybody with a red Poinsettia plant to take home.
Meeting adjourned at 3:42pm.
Jimmie Furr, Secretary
BCA BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING, MARCH 2008 UPDATE!
The Alamo Chapter, BCA is hosting the BCA Board of Directors Spring Meeting in San Antonio, TX on March 14-16, 2008. Rooms have been reserved at the Best Western Hill Country Suites, Hwy 281North and Loop 1604. Rooms are going to b limited as this is Spring Break. Mention Alamo Buick Club for $114.95 room rate for 1 King Suite w/sofa bed. 2 Queen Beds w/sofa bed are $125.99. Complimentary HOT breakfast.
Minimal plans for Friday night as mot people travelling via air will be arriving after dinner. For those who have arrived early, plans are to go to the River Walk.
Saturday’s Board Meeting is scheduled for 8:00am – 4:00pm at the Best Western, luncheon on site courtesy Alamo. Dinner will be at Vince’s Pizzeria on Canyon Lake. Please make your plans soon!
BUICKS AND BLUEBONNETS 2008 UPDATE!
The Lone Star Chapter will once again host the annual Buicks and Bluebonnets Regional Meet in Salado, TX on April 11-13, 2008. Meet events include People’s Choice judging, swap meet, driving tour, hospitality room, and a Saturday evening banquet. Make your own room reservations at the Stagecoach Inn 800/732-8994. Meet registration is $25.00/person before March 31, 2008, $30.00 at the meet.
Please send names of attendees, car information, address, phone number, and early registration payment to:
Lone Star Chapter, BCA 5112 Arrowhead Drive Baytown, TX 77521
Questions? Call Bill 281/859-6637 Rod 281/454-6715 John 281/424-1989 Evenings, Central Time
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
JAN 12 REGULAR MEETING
FEB REGULAR MEETING
MAR REGULAR MEETING
14-16 BCA BOARD OF DIRECTOR’S MEETING SAN ANTONIO, TX
APR REGULAR MEETING
11-13 BUICKS AND BLUEBONNETS REGIONAL MEET STAGECOACH INN SALADO, TX
Check local newspaper listings for events which repeat weekly or monthly, in YOUR area. A GROWING NUMBER OF ACTIVITIES each week!
THE PARTS BIN
FOR SALE:
1936 BUICK 8 Good condition $8000.00 Near Bonham, TX CONTACT: 972/345-9667
1968 BUICK ELECTRA 225 4-dr 89K miles, working factory A/C, nice orig black vinyl interior, gold paint in nice shape, needs new black vinyl roof and usual back glass leak repair. Runs well but has been sitting. $4000.00 309 N. Cleveland St., Sheman, TX Pete Phillips has seen this car. Pete’s phone: 903/436-2851
1963 BUICK INVICTA STATION WAGON 401 V-8 turns over—carb is missing. Solid, straight, North TX car. Needs interior work. Paint is okay for a driver, probably orig too. Power Windows, Power Seat, Power Brakes, Power Steering, Factory A/C, Power Rear Window. Located NE of McKinney. Contact Pete Phillips for photos and owner’s phone number. Pete’s phone: 903/436-2851
1978 BUICK LIMITED Second owner, 106K miles, all orig. Minor dings, scratches, one dent front corner driver’s side Light blue white vinyl top, light blue interior. Always kept in garage. Have maintenance records from time second owner had it. Must see to appreciate. CONTACT: 972/255-4747
1978 BUICK SKYLARK Runs good $500.00 firm CONTACT: 903/870-8693 (Sherman, TX area)
1946 BUICK SUPER EIGHT Perfect for restoration, has all chromes Must see CONTACT: 817/271-6128
(Fort Worth, TX area www.craigslist.com)
NORTH TEXAS CHAPTER OFFICERS – 2008
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DIRECTOR Willis Bell 817/694-1313 (Voicemail) or
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR Ed Logan 972/475-2257
SECRETARY Jimmie Furr 817/558-2009
TREASURER Thelma Lough 972/270-3784
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTOR Robert Reed Obenour 214/321-0234 or
ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR Roy Campbell 972/572-9364 or
NEWSLETTER EDITOR Willis Bell 817/694-1313 (Voicemail) or
ALL printed or e-mailed material for the newsletter must be received by the 1st of the month prior to publication
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CHAPTER WEBMASTER Ms. Aurora Chancy
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BEEE TTHHHEEEEEERRRREEEEE . . . JANUARY 12, 2008
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THE NORTH TEXAS CHAPTER OF THE BUICK CLUB OF AMERICA is the locally chartered chapter of THE BUICK CLUB OF AMERICA. Chapter meetings are usually held monthly on the afternoon of the 2nd Saturday of each month. All meeting locations and times will be listed in this publication. Buick ownership is not a pre-requisite for membership. Chapter dues are currently $15.00 per year. BCA National Membership is extra and required for chapter membership.
ALL CHAPTER MEMBERS MUST ALSO BE CURRENT MEMBERS OF THE NATIONAL BUICK CLUB OF AMERICA ORGANIZATION. NATIONAL MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION AND FORMS ARE IN “THE BUGLE”.
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