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Regional Coordinators - As a reminder please submit items for the event schedule to bagnoli@usa2net.net Thank You, Brian.
If you plan to attend an event please contact the event coordinator. In most cases the coordinator wants to know who will be attending and the type of vehicles. As participation of an event is usually based on prior notification.
Please let your regional coordinator know of any events that are not listed, but you think the club should participate in.
To submit - For Sale/Wanted ads or articles to the Southern Outpost Newsletter.
e-mail - usma73141@gmail.com
or
Frank Baltra
P.O. Box 1051, 38032 Postal Drive
Zephyrhills, Fl 33542
To submit - For Sale/Wanted ads via the web site. Contact the Webmaster, Roger Francis - rfrancis@cfl.rr.com
The schedule may also reflect events that are not necessarily club events, but may be of interest to members
and will be indicated with FYI.
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NEW
- 2010 Issue # 3 Club Newsletter is now on
the Club Website.
www.flmvpa.org click the membership
icon.
*Upcoming Event/Cookout & Meeting*
7th August 2010-Dade Battle Ground Park-Bushnell, FL
We need your input - We need your Response
From Central Florida Dispatch
Charles Hildebrant
On the 7th of August 2010, the Dade Battle Ground Park in Bushnell, FL will once again be hosting a WWII Veterans Appreciation Day. Vehicles of all eras are welcome. Our Third Quarter General Membership Meeting and Cookout will be held in conjunction with this event.This is a great location with large oaks as shade, covered pavillions, air conditioned buildings and clean restrooms on site. We would like to know in advance who plans to attend so that we may arrange for food for the cookout. If you are able to bring a dish to share, please let us know so that we may coordinate and not duplicate dishes. For more information/directions and to RSVP, please contact: Charles Hildebrant 352-603-2627-
jpmnofww@aol.com .
REMINDER - Nickelodeon Suites Resort - 20-21 November 2010 - If you would like to participate in their 2nd Annual Military Appreciation Day, you need to RSVP by July 31st in order to receive a complimentary 1 night stay in a 2-Bedroom Suite on Saturday 11/20/10. They already have several jeeps and would like some different vehicles. Please scroll down event schedule for more event info. and contact link to Kristin Hubbard to RSVP.
NEW - 30 JUL 2010 – Western Region, static display – In support of Sand Soldiers of America fund raiser – 1500hrs 1700hrs. – Aaron’s Furniture Store, 5108 US 19, New Port Richey, FL.( Aaron’s is on the east side of US 19. North of Marine Parkway is you are travelling south. South of Marine if you are travelling north.) FFC Con: George Hecht727-443-2942, georgeh@depcopump.com
NEW FYI -15 – 17 OCT 2010 – Central Region – Lake Mirror Classic Auto Festival, Lakeland ,FL. Event Coordinator is Ginny Askew, 863-683-2228 gaskew@heacock.com Web site: lakemirrorclassic.com
6 NOV 2010 - Middleburg Historic Festival, 2102 Palmetto Street, Middleburg, FL 32068 - WWII Vehicle Presentation/Auto-Truck Show/Chili Cook Off/Museum Exhibits/Period Fashion Show/ Civil War Reenactments/Games/Food/Talent Show/Crafts/All Day Entertainment/ Southern Bell Classic 5-K Run. For mor information: www.middleburgcivicassociation.com .
NEW - 12-14 NOV 2010 - First Annual Veteran's Day Tribute Weekend event this year November 12th-14th, with Opening Ceremonies on the 13th. This is a 3 day event with appearances and recri=uiters from Military personnel of all branches. A Military Marching Band and Parade to include Honor Guards and Color Guards from all branches of the Military as well as Veteran organizations, Military vehicles, Humvee, Army Rock Climbing Wall, etc. There will be Memorial Tent to view the displayed items from Veterans, Activie Duty and their families. There will be a Fixed Wing Fly over for the Opening Day Ceremonies. Congressman Gus Bilirakis is one of the many speakers as well as High Ranking Military Officials. Lots of entertainment, Bands of different genres playing all weekend, Local Government Officials and a long list of various Veteran organizations. We will also have a Carnival (Carol Stream Amusements, Chasco Fiesta Carnival), Vendors of all types, great food and more. This will be an event for the entire family, there will be a lot of children’s activities as well to bring everyone from Grandpa and Grandma to the newest editions of the families. So far, the interest is positive and overwhelming, no one has declined. With the response I am receiving this event will be a tremendous success for years to come. I hope you join us in Celebrating and Honoring our Veterans and Active Duty Men and Women along with their families for our freedom. FFC Con: George Hecht727-443-2942, georgeh@depcopump.com
20 - 21 NOV 2010 – Static Display – Central Region – Annual Nickelodeon Suites Military Appreciation Weekend. Nickelodeon Hotel, Orlando, FL. Vehicles of all eras welcome. This will be on one weekend only instead of 4 weekends as in the past. Nickelodeon will put us up Saturday night and will also put up those Members coming in from faraway places if they desire to arrive Friday afternoon. Each Member is to deal directly with Kristin Hubbard, Sales Manager, Nickelodeon Suites at 407-387-0253, Kristinhubbard@nickhotel.com . She will require a photo and name of vehicle and your commitment no later than 31 July and a list of names and ages and total number of guests coming with you no later than 30 October. You will be obligated to have your vehicle on display between the hours of 1000am and 300pm each day. Arrival time each day NLT 0930am. For more info call Kristin or FFC Con Charles Hildebrant 352-603-2627, jpmnofww@aol.com
11-12-13 FEB 2011 - The Southern Outpost Military Vehicle Winter Rally and Swap Meet - Sponsored by the First Florida Chapter, MVPA & The Market of Marion - Located 10 Miles South of Ocala, FLat the Market of Marion, 12888 S.E. US Hwy 441, Belleview, FL 34420. No charge to enter your vehicle to be displayed and judged - Awards given for the Top Vehicles, Displays, Best in Show, Peoples Choice - Trophy Sponsorship available - 20' by 18' Outdoor Flea Market Spaces available - Awards Dinner Saturday night - FFC Hospitality Tent - Friday Evening Trail Ride - WWII Battle Re-enactment Saturday - Weapons Demonstration Saturday and Sunday - Auction Saturday Evening. Absolutely the best show in the Southeast. For Registration Forms/More Information Contact: Dick Deren 727-372-5876;Charles Craven 352-245-2208; Charles Hildebrant 352-748-3447.
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