Fleet Captain's Report
The Halloween Cruise/Drive-In to Winslow ended up well attended. As the week leading up to this event evolved, we picked up 25% of our numbers. Several had come down with colds and cancelled during this week as well but a good turnout was realized in the end.
The pumpkin carving was very successful with mostly club members spending quality time making their masterpieces. Larry Dubia took most artistic, Michelle Bedner took most original, and Charlie Soffel’s entry was the most scary (a crab killing pumpkin monster) and Bob Fisher and Barbara Reine had “Dread-the-locks,” which took the funniest.
Costumes during the dinner hour were hilarious. The Bedners took a prize for their “blow-up” Norwegian girls’ outfits, George Austin with the most outrageous clown suit. Ron Voegeli was an excellent off ramp tramp, and many more were enjoyed by all.
Prime Rib was ample and carved to perfection by Rear Commodore Bob Meyers, a hearty Caesar Salad and a medley of baked fall vegetables rounded out the Saturday Evening, finally topped off with a delicious carrot cake by Renee Kimes to celebrate Brooke’s 61st birthday. Happy Birthday, Brooke!
I cannot overemphasize how important the volunteers were to the successful weekend.
A huge thank you to Kent Soffel, Carol Vogeli, Michelle and Dave Bedner, Barry and Colleen Rutten, and Brooke Kimes for meal prep and service, and Pam Cochran and Carol Soffel for decorations. The others who volunteered time who are not named.
A reminder to consider dropping in at “Oliver’s” in the Mayflower Hotel on Friday, November 25th around 3PM for hosted (by Mayflower Hotel) treats. Enjoy a cocktail after a day of shopping and then enjoy the lighting of the Macy’s Star and the Official City Christmas Tree at nearby Westlake Mall. Seating is limited, so first come first served for space.
Put on your calendar “QCYC Bowling Night” at the Garage on Broadway, Sunday, January 22nd, 2012, 3PM – 6PM.
May calm seas and following wind be your companion till we meet again.
Happy Holidays!
Mike Cochran
Fleet Captain
