With 2025 barely out of diapers, we met at the Snooty Fox and earlybirds got to watch the others wander back and forth past the window, deciding which door was the entrance.
We broke records, at least some recent ones, with 23 folks showing up to kick off the new year. We welcomed Tom Fisk and Rick Morrison to the fold. Both are afflicted with MGB ownership which should help put a bit more 'B' in FABAC.
There was a good bit of discussion about the club, how it's doing and what we can do to bring up the numbers. Ernst talked a bit about far-flung owners and suggested that we have meetings/dinners nearer to them. A point that was made was that these (hopefully) new members should be encouraged to make lunch reservations near their location and invite us, as they know their area's offerings.
There were a few comments on the brochure and folks were urged to make any suggestions to the undersigned (Rob E.) soon and we'll get a few made for folks to hand out when appropriate. Business cards were another suggestion. This would be a handy item to have since everyone could carry a couple in their pocket, purse or wallet to hand out. Every office supply store carries packs of inexpensive business card sheets and the makers have templates available free on their websites. I've used the Avery versions with my word program. They can also be used in a PDF editor, or Photoshop if you want to get fancy. The onus will be on individuals to make their own since they can personalize the cards.
A point that was made several times was that this is EVERYONE's club and everyone should get involved. Advertising by word of mouth to other folks has been the main way we have gained new members. Regardless of the cars they drive or are interested in, all we really need is their interest and enthusiasm.
Our next meeting will be at 'Namaste' Indian restaurant in the curling club on Rookwood Avenue in Freddy. It has a large private area upstairs. Anyone concerned about spicy curries can rest easy. Yours truly has the world's touchiest digestive system (and take an armload of pills to prove the point), and have eaten there twice with no ill effects. Their 'mild' is truly mild while still being flavourful. This will be on the 19th of February. I'm challenging folks to bring a business card or brochure that they've printed.
Bob E. (bobearl@hushmail.com)
