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Newsletter December 2023/January 2024

 
 

 

E-NEWSLETTER
December 2023/January 2024

Happy New Year!

The new year is a time of reflection, renewal, and hope. It's a moment when we bid farewell to the old and usher in the new - often accompanied by resolutions, goals, and aspirations. This transition is not just a change in the calendar, but an opportunity to start afresh, to reevaluate our paths, and to rejuvenate our hopes for the journey a head us.

Throughout history, numerous thinkers, writers, and public figures have written and spoken about the transition of the new year. Their words capture the optimism, challenges, and introspection that the new year brings. New Year's quotes serve as reminders that each year is a chance to grow, to learn, and to embrace new possibilities.

As we step into the 2024 New Year, I wanted to pass along a thought:

“Change & growth takes more than a moment, yet maybe there's also something to this celebration of a moment, something to the way it speaks to us, something to the way we fear it, and dream it to be true. Maybe it's the most honest moment of the year”.

Bill and Nancy Owen


Reflecting on 2023


EMCC's 2023 Award Winners These are some of the members that earned awards last year!

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Just a few other moments from 2023.

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Click here to view more information about previous events.


2024 Dues Reminder


Dues for the new year are due before the February meeting.  We still have a number of outstanding folks.  If you have renewed, you can ignore this.

If you haven't, you can send in your check to the club PO box, or the quickest and easiest way is click here
 to go to the club website and and pay it there.

While we hope not to lose any of our great members, I know that people's situations change.  If you aren't going to renew, please let us know. 


This Month's Feature*
Jan and Steve Calhoon's 1964 1/2 Mustang 




In 1964, Ford, led by Lee Iacocca, scored a major success with the introduction of the affordable and iconic Pony. The distinctive long hood and short rear deck made it an instant classic. Proud members of EMCC, Jan and Steve Calhoon, are now the delighted owners of a classic 64 1/2 Red Convertible model.


The Pony Car made its debut at the World's Fair in NYC on April 17, 1964, and it has been a cherished part of Jan's family since the 60s. Originally purchased for $2400 in Sterling, Illinois, during the summer of 1964, this First Gen Pony rolled off the assembly line at the Dearborn plant in July 1964.

Underneath the hood lies the formidable "D" Series Engine, a 289cu V8 equipped with a Holley 4B and a C-4 Cruise-O-Matic transmission. The car underwent mechanical restoration in 2020, ensuring it remains in top-notch condition.

If you happen to spot this classic beauty cruising around EMR, be sure to give a friendly honk and wave to Jan and Steve.

Click here to view Featured Members & Vehicles Page.

*We're thrilled to announce an exciting update to our "Meet Our Members" page! In our ongoing effort to showcase the uniqueness of our club, we've revamped the page to include the captivating tales that make your rides truly special and will rename it "Featured Members & Vehicles.

Jan and Steve's Mustang is a shining example of how a vehicle's history can be just as interesting as the car itself. We believe that every member has a story worth sharing, and we want to feature yours!

If you'd like your profile or your vehicle's story to be highlighted on our website, simply shoot us an email at estrellamountaincarclub@gmail.com. 

Thank you for being a part of the Estrella Mountain Car Club. We look forward to hearing and showcasing your remarkable automotive journeys!



                                                                                                
Welcome New Members
                                               


The club would like to extend a warm welcome to the following new members who joined the last two month. We are thrilled to have them on board and, with their addition, our club's membership has now reached an impressive total of 107!

Jan and Jenneifer Polansky with their  1960 Triumph TR3, 1964 Honda Super Cub 50 and 1974 Honda Z50.

Rob and Kimberly Morgan rejoined the club with their
20  16 Jaguar F-Type Coupe.

Colleen Kasiwski and Steven Randolph with their
2020 Ford Mustang Shelby GT500.


Bob and Sara Ness with their 20  15 Chevrolet Corvette

Click here to view the updated club roster.


New Club Rides


New Members Janet & Duane T’s 1970 Toyota Crown

New Members Janet & Duane T’s 1970 Toyota Crown



New Members Cody & Liane P’s ’54 Chevrolet 3100 Pickup



John & Connie D’s ’63 Mercury Monterey S55


Click here to see what's new with our member's rides.


Upcoming Events


We wanted to inform you about a slight adjustment to our newsletter content strategy.

Moving forward, events will no longer be included in our regular newsletters. Instead, we will be covering events in separate dedicated emails. This change aims to streamline our communication and provide you with more focused and relevant information.

We believe this adjustment will enhance your experience and allow us to deliver event-related updates more efficiently. Rest assured, you will continue to receive timely and comprehensive information about upcoming events through these dedicated emails.

If you have any questions or concerns about this change, please feel free to reach out to us. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to continuing to keep you informed about our exciting events.

Thank you for being a valued part of our community.

Click here to view other events listed on the website


We Value Our Member's Opinions

 
Member feedback is important to us so, if you have anything you would like to share, just click on the link below to get contact information.

Click here to view list of Officers & Directors

Estrella Mountain Car Club Foundation
Po. Box 5583, Goodyear, AZ 85338





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