Central Valley Corvettes of Fresno - November 2019

Clovis Rodeo Parade 4-27-19
Remembering Mike Schwan, One of our Newest Members!
5-16-55 to 9-28-19

The Central Valley Corvette Club was
chartered in 1991 for the owners of the only
real AMERICAN sports car, the awesome
CORVETTE. It's a social organization with
activities that provide enjoyment for the true
Corvette lover.
MONTHLY MEETINGS ARE HELD
AT 6.30 P.M. ON THE 3 RD TUESDAY
OF EVERY MONTH AT YOSEMITE
FALLS CAFE, 4278 W. ASHLAN AVE,
FRESNO CALIFORNIA. INTERESTED
CORVETTE ENTHUSIAST ARE
MORE THAN WELCOME TO
ATTEND THE MEETINGS AND MEET
OUR MEMBERS.
Club activities include monthly meetings,
car shows, weekend Club activities,
overnighters, picnics, road rallies, summer
cruises, holiday get-to-gathers and more!
Eligibility for membership in CVC is
defined in Article III, section 1 of the
bylaws in part as follows: "Membership in
Central Valley Corvettes shall be open to all
Corvette owners who are sponsored by a
member in good standing. Additionally, a
prospective member must, within a three
month period, attend two consecutive
meetings, participate in two club sanctioned
social activities, pay current membership
dues and initiation fees, and be approved by
two-thirds vote of membership present at a
general membership meeting by secret
ballot.
Sponsors shall be responsible for advising
prospective member of results. All members
must submit proof of personal insurance in
accordance with California State Law upon
application for membership, and all
members must be a member of the
association providing club liability insurance
for CENTRAL VALLEY CORVETTES.
A prospective member who does not have a
sponsor will be provided one by the
membership committee. Non-members may
not participate in more than three meetings
or two sanctioned activities as per CVC
Bylaws.
CVC membership dues are $67.00 plus an
initiation fee of $35.00. Membership entitles
two members at the same address voting
privileges at meetings (provided they are in
good standing) and membership rights.
Please feel free to contact the membership
chairperson, Ruthie Danielsen 284-6260
or any officer on the following page.

PRESIDENT
Dick Danielsen
298-5229
redanielsenr@aol.com
VP-ACTIVITIES
Mike Lebda
905-9971
mjlebda@comcast.net
VP-PUBLIC RELATIONS/ MEMBERSHIP
Ruthie Danielsen
284-6260
ama2two@aol.com
SECRETARY
Kathy Marine
408-712-8902
teed4u@yahoo.com
TREASURER
Lynne Henenfent
978-4898
mhenenfent@aol.com
PARLIAMENTARIAN
Charlotte Renna
977-4982
chrenna@aol.com
Mission Statement / Officers..... 2-3
A Word from our President.......... 4
Secretary’s Minutes...................5-6
In Memory of Mike Schwan…..….. 7
Birthdays & Anniversaries............ 8
Membership Letter & Form...... 9-10
In the Garage w/ Pres.Dick…..11-12
CVC Activities............................ 13
CVC Event Flyers.................. 14-18
CVC Caravan from NCM……… 19-62
Shaver Lake Run Pics……….… 63-65
Sanger Queen Escort Pics..…. 66-68
Zoorassic Park Pics………..…… 69-71
From our Sponsor, Ed Dena....... 72
SERGEANT-AT-ARMS
Chuck Laningham
304-7662
laningham@hotmail.com
SUNSHINE & CLOUDS - NEWS
Linda Laningham
304-7662
laningham@hotmail.com
Charlie Brown
WEBSITE & NEWSLETTER EDITOR
Charlie Fosnaugh
299-0547
fosnaugh@comcast.net

This month’s message will be short as we are
entering our traditionally slow time of the year for
runs and other activities. I am also writing this in early
October as I will be out of town at the end of the
month when I would normally turn this in to Charlie
for the newsletter. As of this writing, since our
September meeting, we have had only two runs. On
the 29 th of September, Charlotte Renna led some of
us to the Snelling Car Show put on by the Yosemite
Corvette Club. CVC was well represented, it was a
beautiful day, and it was great to see our friend Lupe
Dawson. Additionally, Tom and Marci Jarvis won an
award for their 2008 Corvette Pace Car!
Next up was a lunch run to Shaver Lake led by Mike
and Mary Lou Lebda on October 11 th . It was another
fun day with 12 cars traveling to the 559 Pub for
lunch and then returning to the Lebda’s new home in
Copper River for dessert.
…a word from our President!
Two other events after the October meeting will be
a queen escort at Sanger High on October 18 th and
the Fresno Zoo on October 28 th .
If anyone is thinking of planning a run, November
would be a good time as we have nothing on the
books for that month!
CVC is celebrating an anniversary this month. We
were chartered on November 12, 1991-----happy
28 th anniversary CVC!
Just a reminder that the November CVC Meeting is
our Annual Meeting and voting for 2020 board
members will be an important part of the meeting.
If at all possible, please plan to attend the meeting
and cast a vote for those folks you would like to see
lead the club next year.
Obviously I hope everyone is happy with the club
and that you are planning to renew your
membership! Remember you must do so by the
December meeting (at the latest!) or your
membership will be terminated.
In ending, I would like to make a wish that you enjoy
both a bountiful Thanksgiving and an upcoming
year filled with warmth and cherished moments.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Dick Danielsen, President

Central
Valley
Corvettes
General Meeting Minutes 10-15-19
The General meeting was called to order by Dick
Danielsen at 6:30 PM. Dick opened the meeting
with Kathy announcing an idea for a femalecamaraderie
visit with Lori Dukes at her home on the
back patio. Kathy will coordinate with Lori and
inform those interested of the details.
Secretary – Kathy Marine read minutes from the
September General meeting. The September
minutes were amended (correcting noted
November General Meeting to November Annual
Meeting). Ruthie made a motion to accept the
minutes as amended; LeighAnne seconded the
motion.
Treasurer’s Report - Lynn Henenfent gave the
Treasurer’s report. She also stated $201.00 was
collected in raffle ticket sales. A great haul of cash
Freida collected considering the low meeting
attendance.
VP of Public Relations/Membership – Ruthie
Danielsen announced 4 birthdays and 4
anniversaries for October. Birthday cheers fell eerily
silent since all celebrants were absent from the
meeting. But alas, memories of wedding bells rang
out for 3 out of 4 blessed marriages - Severances,
Henenfent’s, and Garrahan’s. And, just as fast as the
married years rolled by, the pick of the draw was
done; Patrick and Patricia were winners of a $25.00
Yosemite Falls Café Gift Card. Wishes to all for
many more years of togetherness!
Ruthie announced that tonight’s new membership
initiation and badge presentation to Mike and
Jeannie King; and, Mike and Jennie Schwan will be
postponed due to their personal events and
inability to attend meeting. We hope to, once
again, see Mike and Jeannie, and Jennie soon;
keeping remembrances of Mike close in heart. A
card was mailed to Jennie on behalf of the CVC
club. Gail Tavares was given her new badge that
includes her husband’s name.
Ruthie will be mailing an CVC Holiday Party
invitation to Ed Dena to include a guest.
Ruthie reminded members that October was the
last month prior to 2020 Board voting and the
importance of everyone signing-in on the
attendance sheet for voting eligibility.
Ruthie also reminded members to submit their
Membership Renewal form, dues, and Proof of
Insurance – together – by the November Annual
meeting.
VP of Activities – In Mike Lebda’s absence, Dick
informed the members of upcoming runs and
activities. Each run leader gave a brief synopsis of
their run and provided members with any updated
information. See Run/Activity Schedule published
in the newsletter for planned runs or contact run
leaders with any questions regarding their run.
As a follow-up to recently held runs, each run
leader reflected on the highlights for member’s
enjoyment:
Charlotte leaded the way - did not get lost nor did
GPS lead her astray - with 10 cars following her to
the September 29, Snelling Car Show.

Lupe Dawson, who used to host this run along with
her husband Dave, was there and very happy to see
everyone. Lupe had reserved tables along the river
where participants ate snacks, enjoyed each other’s
company and the 150 cars displayed. It was the
largest Snelling Car Show held to date.
Dick described the October 11 Shaver Lake Run,
Mike and Marylou Lebda, hosted. Some cars with
daredevils behind the wheel, took Tollhouse Road, a
twisty-winding road, while some cars that had
queasy passengers took the 4-lane highway. Either
direction was a beautiful drive to Shaver Lake where
we ate at the “559 at the Point” restaurant located
on the shore of the lake. The view at Shaver Lake
was enjoyed, so was the drive to Mike’s and
Marylou’s new home for ice cream treats.
Parliamentarian: Dick asked Charlotte Renna for her
input or comments. Charlotte addressed the club
encouraging everyone to be good member and
participate on the club board and/or activities. She
announced current Board members that agreed to
continue for a second term; Kathy, Secretary; Lynn,
Treasurer; Mike, VP of Activities. She asked
members to step-up and participate in some
manner as there is a potential need to fill two Board
positions - President and VP of Public
Relations/Membership. Charlotte thanked the 2020
Board Nomination Committee: Patrick, Darlene,
Linda. Additional nomination forms were handed
out.
Old Business: Reminder to members to return all
three together: Membership Renewal, Dues, and
Proof of Insurance.
New Business: : Larry and Janet King proposed a
run to Strathmore, CA, where an acquaintance (a
retired teacher) has an Antique Car Museum in an
orange tree orchard. Larry will organize run with a
tentative date of November 23. More details to
come.
Sunshine and Clouds: Linda Laningham, armed
with a microphone, gave members every
opportunity to spill the beans on their life
happenings and events. Most were tight-lipped this
night, except for one who spilled the goods on her
daughter! Don’t worry - your secret is safe with us -
Jill.
Sergeant-of-Arms: Chuck Laningham let out a big
sigh of “oh phewy” when he was unable to
squeeze a single 50 cent out of anyone. CVC
showed their club pride, all were wearing their
badge. To live up to his moniker “two buck Chuck”,
Chuck donated a real $2.00 bill.
Next General Meeting: To be held at Yosemite
Falls Café, October 17, 2019, at 6:30 PM.
Next Board Meeting: To be held at Danielsen
home, October 22, 2019, at 7:00 PM. Members
are welcome to attend Board meetings. Please
inform Club President of your attendance.
General Meeting Adjourned: Linda Laningham
made a motion to adjourn meeting at 7:35 PM.
Diane Hayes seconded the motion.
Respectfully submitted:
Kathy Marine, Club Secretary

All raffle prize donations are appreciated. Thank you
to the following members for their donation:
Comer, Danielsen, Engleman, J&S Garcia, Garrahan,
Garrison, Henenfent, Kroeker, Laningham, Marine,
Null, Severance Tavares
Patrick & Patrica won the Anniversary Gift Card drawing
And Patrick won the cash to take Patricia out to dinner!
Stephanie also won a cash prize!
It is with the deepest sorrow that we announce we have lost
one of our brand new members and our friend, Mike Schwan.
Our sincerest sympathies go out to Jennie and their friends and families.
Visit Mike’s Memorial web page here: www.MikeSchwan.com

Ruthie Danielsen
NOVEMBER BIRTHDAYS
Connie Olsen, 11/02 – Bob Peluso, 11/14 – Sarah DeCesari, 11/23, Mike King – 11/25 and
Steve Garcia, 11/29
NOVEMBER ANNIVERSARIES
Tom & Emily Piercy, 11/02/03 – 16 Years
Mike & Jeannie King, 11/05/88 – 31 Years
Glenn & Loraine Henderson, 11/29/74 – 45 Yrs
PLEASE REMEMBER TO WEAR YOUR CVC NAME BADGE or a CVC LOGO SHIRT WITH
YOUR NAME ON IT TO ALL CLUB MEETINGS & EVENTS!
(NOW a 50₵ FINE without it)
SUPPORT YOUR CLUB RAFFLE AND BRING A RAFFLE PRIZE!
AND BE SURE AND RECOMMEND OUR WEB SITE REGULARLY AT:
www.CentralValleyCorvettes.com

November 1, 2019
CVC Members:
This notice and a renewal form appeared in the August Newsletter
and is again included in this newsletter as a reminder regarding
membership renewal. Additionally, an invoice and renewal form was
mailed to the membership in September.
Dues and proof of insurance are due by the November annual
meeting. If not received by that time, they are considered delinquent.
However, if dues are received by the December general meeting, club
membership will not be terminated. As stated in the By-Laws, anyone
not renewing by the December meeting will no longer be a member of
the club.
To renew, please complete the membership/renewal form, include
proof of insurance, and a check for $67.00 (please remember to spell
out “Central Valley Corvettes” in full on your check). Renewals can be
handed in to our Treasurer Lynne Henenfent at a meeting or mailed
to:
Central Valley Corvettes
P.O. Box 26591
Fresno, CA 93729-6591
Thank you for renewing your membership in a timely manner.
CVC Board

NEW ________ RENEWAL ________ (Check one)
NO CHANGE_______
CENTRAL VALLEY CORVETTES
MEMBERSHIP/RENEWAL APPLICATION
(Check if all information is the same since your last renewal, complete lines highlighted in yellow and return along with dues and a copy
of current proof of insurance)
MEMBER 1 __________________________________________________________DATE OF BIRTH _____________
LAST FIRST BADGE NAME (If different) PLEASE PRINT
MEMBER 2 __________________________________________________________DATE OF BIRTH _____________
LAST FIRST BADGE NAME (If different) PLEASE PRINT
ADDRESS _________________________________ CITY ___________________ STATE ________ ZIP __________
DATE OF WEDDING ANNIVERSARY _______________
MM/DD/YY
PHONE 1 _______________ _______________ ______________ _______________ ___________________________
HOME WORK CELL FAX E-MAIL
PHONE 2 _______________ _______________ ______________ _______________ ___________________________
HOME WORK CELL FAX E-MAIL
MEMBER 1 _______________________________ _____________________________ ______________________
EMPLOYER OCCUPATION DRIVERS LICENSE NUMBER
MEMBER 2 _______________________________ _____________________________ ______________________
EMPLOYER OCCUPATION DRIVERS LICENSE NUMBER
CORVETTES
YEAR _________ MODEL __________________ COLOR ________________ LICENSE _____________
YEAR _________ MODEL __________________ COLOR ________________ LICENSE _____________
YEAR _________ MODEL __________________ COLOR ________________ LICENSE _____________
THE UNDERSIGNED DESIRES TO ENTER AND PARTICIPATE IN CENTRAL VALLEY CORVETTES. IN CONSIDERATION OF THE
ACCEPTANCE OF THIS MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION THE UNDERSIGNED DOES HEREBY RELEASE CENTRAL VALLEY CORVETTES,
IT'S DIRECTORS AND ALL OTHER PERSONS AND ENTITIES INVOLVED WITH THE ORGANIZATION FROM ANY AND ALL LIABILITY
FOR INJURIES OR DAMAGES WHATSOEVER TO PERSON OR PROPERTY THAT MIGHT OCCUR WHILE PARTICIPATION IN THIS
ORGANIZATION. THE UNDERSIGNED AGREES TO ABIDE BY THE CURRENT BY-LAWS OF CENTRAL VALLEY CORVETTES.
MEMBER 1 ______________________________ ________ MEMBER 2 _______________________________ ________
SIGNATURE DATE SIGNATURE DATE
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Remember to turn in the following:
1. Membership Form
2. Dues - (Check made to “Central Valley Corvettes”)
3. Copy of Current Proof of Insurance
The above is required for membership and must be received by the December General Meeting. Please give to membership
person or mail to:
CVC
P.O. Box 26591
Fresno, CA. 93729-6591
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INTERNAL USE ONLY
AMOUNT RECEIVED $ _________________ DATE RECEIVED _______________ CHECK # ___________
_________________TREASURER/ ________________MEMBERSHIP

‘In the Garage’ w/Pres. Dick
5 Mid-engine Corvettes That Weren’t
#2 - 1972 Reynolds Aluminum Corvette
Fast forward to the early 1970s and the idea of a mid-engine Corvette just wouldn’t go away.
The XP-895 was one in a series of experimental Corvettes built to explore alternative engine
placements and chassis layouts. This vehicle features an 400 cid small block V8 mounted
transversely in a mid-engine position. It utilizes a Turbo Hydramatic transmission via a bevel
gear box. The body panels are all aluminum and hidden headlights are utilized to achieve the
lowest possible front profile. Two complete XP-895's were built, one with a steel body, and
this one made of aluminum. The aluminum body was a joint venture between GM and
Reynolds Aluminum. The use of aluminum was intended to demonstrate the practicality of
using this light weight metal for car bodies.
by Matt DeLorenzo | July 17, 2019
Pictures courtesy of GM Heritage Center

CVC
Activities
Schedule
Corvette Runs for 2019 have seen brand new people and people who have not put on runs
for a while, putting on runs. We are also going to new places and places we haven’t visited
for quite some time. Other people talk to me about putting on runs for the first time. If you
are thinking about a run, our board is here to help. You may also think about teaming up with
one of our members who has experience in putting on runs. If you are ready to announce a
run be sure to run it by me to make sure there are no conflicts with other events.
Mike Lebda, VP Activities, Central Valley Corvettes
Date(s): Events in 2019: Meet at: Run Leaders:
Nov 13 Dinner & Movie Nite: MIDWAY 5:30 pm Fosnaugh’s
Nov 23 Chevy Car Collection & Lunch 8:15 am King’s
Dec 5 CVC Christmas Party 5:30 pm Null & Laningham
Dec 8 CVC Christmas Hayride 5:00 pm Renna
Dec 31 New Year’s Eve Luncheon Noon Severance’s
Feb 2, 2020 Super Bowl Party Noon Lebda’s
GENERAL MEETING ALWAYS 3 RD TUESDAY 6:30 PM
BOARD MEETING IS THE TUESDAY FOLLOWING THE
GENERAL MEETING AT 7:00PM
Dominos 2nd & 4th Thursday of the Month

A
to see:
MIDWAY
"The story of the Battle of Midway,
told by the leaders and the sailors
who fought it. "
Wednesday,Nov 13th
Maya Cinemas, 3090 E. Campus Pointe Drive
Dinner at Pieology @ 5:30 pm
Get movie tickets before dinner in the top 2
rows. I can not reserve seats in advance!
starts about 7:00 PM
Charlie281-2876

Private Chevy Car Collection
This is a very rare collection given the fact that
prior to 1937 Chevrolets were made of wood
frames and wooden internal body parts meaning
they didn’t survive.
November 23 rd
We will depart Carl’s Jr. at 8:30am and head to the
big city of Strathmore where the private collection
is located on a farm just out of town. After viewing
the collection, we will head to Visalia for lunch at
the Habit Burger on Mooney Blvd.
There will be a signup sheet at the November
meeting. If you have any questions contact
Larry King 559-908-0495

CVC CHRISTMAS PARTY
THURSDAY DECEMBER 5 TH AT PARDINI’S
5:30PM – 9:30PM
SOCIAL HOUR (NO HOST BAR) 5:30PM – 6:30PM
DINNER 6:30PM
DINNER CHOICES ARE EITHER CHICKEN MARSALA, PAN ROASTED
BEEF W/MUSHROOM SAUCE OR VEGETARIAN (CHEF CHOICE)
$30 PER COUPLE
$15 PER SINGLE
PAYMENT IS DUE AT THE NOVEMBER MEETING
PLEASE MAKE CHECKS PAYABLE TO “CENTRAL VALLEY CORVETTES”
NO EXCEPTIONS OR REFUNDS
DRESS IS BUSINESS CASUAL
FOR QUESTIONS CONTACT FREIDA 559-269-2283
OR LINDA 559-3047662
DANCING TO DJ (MARCOS) UNTIL 9:30PM

CVC CHRISTMAS HAYRIDE!
WHERE: CHARLOTTE RENNA’S HOUSE
491 W. ATHENS, CLOVIS
WHEN: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 8 TH
5:00pm
COST: $10.00/PERSON
ENJOY DINNER, DESERTS, DRINKS, SITTING AROUND THE FIRE PIT,
AND A NEIGHBORHOOD FILLED WITH BEAUTIFUL HOLIDAY LIGHTS!

NEW YEARS EVE LUNCH
Meet at (place TBD) at noon on New Years Eve for our annual
lunch. Great time to say good bye to 2019 and welcome in 2020.
For those of you that were in the club do you remember the party
at Pat and Patrick’s on New Year’s Eve 1999/2000. That was the
night the world was going to end with satellites falling from the sky,
computers crashing, power failing everywhere, no gas or food
available, etc. Came along ways since then. Now it is 20 years into
the new Century. Sign up sheet at the November meeting.
Skip & LeighAnne

CVC CARAVAN - Part 2 -The RETURN

Shaver Lake Run 10-11-19

Photos by Kathy Marine

Photos by
Debbie
Garrison

10-23-19

Photos by
Lynne
Henenfent
& Mike
Lebda