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A Message from the Board…… Raritan River Region Officers Director - Jay Raskin, e-mail: [email protected] Assistant Director - Jeff Montgomery E-mail: [email protected] Secretary - Bob Crimmins, e-Mail: [email protected] Treasurer- Joe Puleo, e-Mail: [email protected] Management Board Members: Tony D’Agostino, e-Mail: [email protected] Raritan River Bob Losco, e-Mail: [email protected] Region Ralph Messina, e-Mail: [email protected] Andrew Monahan, e-Mail: [email protected] Rose Mary Spicuzza, e-Mail: [email protected] Activities/Events- Joe Manna 908-964-0766 e-Mail: [email protected] Caddy Corner Quarterly Editor - Ray Koziol P.O. Box 34 Martinsville, NJ 08836 e-mail: [email protected] Caddy Corner Monthly Editor - Lynn D’Agostino E-mail: [email protected] Webmaster - Pat Caruso e-mail: [email protected] On The Web: www.rrrclc.org January, 2012 Vol. 11 No. 1 A Message From The Board……. A Raritan River Region Cadillac LaSalle Club party is always filled with laughs, fun and excitement, and this year's holiday party was no exception. The guests started arriving at Galloping Hill Caterers at around seven o'clock. We soon learned of a change in plans, as there was a cancelation and we were able to move to a larger room with a dance floor. As people entered the room they were greeted with hellos from close friends and hugs from people who they have not seen in some time. Looking around the room it appeared like a family gathering, not a club function. Once the party got underway our director, Jay Raskin made a short speech thanking all who helped make the party a success, especially Joe Manna who was instrumental in planning the event. Jay also spoke of Webmaster Pat Caruso who was unable to attend due to ongoing medical issues, and we all wished him a speedy recovery. No party would be complete without food and drink, and this party had both. For the first time at a RRR-CLC event there was an open bar which provided an array of wonderful, beers, wines and cocktails. The event started with a nice offering of hot and cold hors-d’oeuvres. For dinner, you could enjoy a wide variety of Italian and American fair including tortellini alfredo, pepper steak, and a carving station with turkey and roast beef. During dinner, for enjoyment you could watch a presentation of pictures, by Jay Raskin, from this year's events. This year was productive for the RRR-CLC including two dealer shows, cruise nights, and more. Later, vintage Cadillac promo- tional videos proved to be entertaining, however it was hard to tell if Cadillac was selling evening gowns or cars! Continued on Page -2 Caddy Corner Quarterly January, 2012 (2) A Message From The Board……. Continued From Page -1 When dinner was over we continued to be entertained by DJ Joe Riccio, who invited couples on the floor to dance. Joe played a wide variety of songs including the Macarena, which was performed flawlessly by Billy Estes from the Long Island Dream Boats. Walking around the room I heard someone say "You know it’s a party when Billy does the Maca- rena". Dessert was a chocolate cake. Coffee and tea were provided by the wait staff. After dinner, the dancing and reminiscing continued until it was time to say good bye. That's when I heard these words form Artie Koestner from the Long Island Dream Boats, "Never invite me to a party like this again!!! I HAD TOO MUCH FUN!!!" Jeff Montgomery Caddy Corner Quarterly January, 2012 (3) He told her he still had the car on that day And asked her how much was she willing to pay The offer accepted, she went for the deal And purchased the car that would make my dream real Of what my dear wife was planning to do She paid the man cash and called for a tow A short time before Christmas, I hadn't a clue Had it parked in our driveway and wrapped with She knew that I dreamed about owning a car a bow A car I admired from near and afar Then she called me at work and wanted to meet Later on at a diner for something to eat A classic old Cadillac is the car of my dreams If I were to own one, I'd burst at the seams She told me at dinner she had a surprise But alas it was something that never would be And asked when we get home would I cover my Those classics were all a bit pricey for me eyes I would do what she playfully asked me to do We had seen some great Caddy's at a recent car As to what she was up to, I still hadn't a clue show There were red ones and white ones all parked in I'll never forget what I saw on that night a row As I uncovered my eyes to that wonderful sight I saw green cars and black cars and blue ones The red '59 that I saw at the show there too Was spotless and gleaming and ready to go Some better than others and some better than new She got the new plates and paid all the fees She hugged me and kissed me and gave me the As I walked in and out of the rows where they keys parked When I slid in and grabbed that big steering Stood a red '59 and for sale it was marked wheel My wife turned to ask me if I liked that one I had feelings of joy that I knew I would feel I said it's a beauty, driving that would be fun I started the motor, backed into the street We spoke to the owner and asked him the price Adjusted the mirror and tilted the seat It was a bit high, but the car was so nice The windows were power...I put them all down The car had new tires, new paint, and new brakes And now we were ready for a drive through the It had all the options that Cadillac makes town It was recently finished with parts that were new My wife sat beside me on the passenger side And it was just perfect, but the price somewhat But snuggled up close as we started our ride too The car rode so smooth, over bumps we would Much to afford for a man's little toy float But OH how I wanted this car to enjoy And many heads turned towards our twenty foot boat We left the show later that afternoon Without my dream car but hoping that soon We drove many miles on that memorable night I'd be owning and driving a sleek Cadillac And when we got home it nearly was light And not just while dreaming, asleep in the sack Into the garage I parked it with ease Shut all the windows and removed the car keys Unknown to me my wife had a plan She called up the owner and spoke to the man I thought as I closed the overhead door She saved up some money and applied for a loan With a wife such as mine I could ask for no more And was looking It's great that this hobby we both do enjoy to strike a good And she likes it so much that she bought me this deal on the phone toy. Caddy Corner Quarterly January, 2012 (4) Due to scheduling conflicts with some club members' availabilities on the third Thursday of each month, beginning in February, 2012 our monthly meetings will take place on the second Thursday of every month. There will be two exceptions to the second Thursday schedule, the first will be in June when we will meet on the third Thursday (6/21), in order to avoid a conflict with the CLC Grand National and the second will be in October when we will meet on the third Thursday (10/18), in order to avoid a conflict with the Hershey Fall Meet. Please be sure to note this change in your calendars beginning in February. Meetings are held at 7:30 at Spring Meadows Summit. However, in an effort to add a little variety to our meetings, we will be planning on shifting the location of one Spring meeting and one Fall meeting to a restaurant (to be determined). Our restaurant committee is currently researching possible venues, so please make sure to check our website for updated information as it becomes available. The 2012 monthly meeting schedule will be as follows: 1/19 (third Thursday), 2/9, 3/8, 4/12, 5/10, 6/21 (third Thursday due to CLC Grand National), 7/12, 8/9, 9/13, 10/18 (third Thursday due to Hershey Fall Meet), 11/8. There is no monthly meeting in December, due to our annual Holiday Party. Jay Jay Raskin Region Director 1912 Cadillac 1932 1952 1912 See More 20 Year Differences On Page 7 Caddy Corner Quarterly January, 2012 (5) Do you have an idea for a Raritan River meet or know of an event we could participate in? Contact Joe Manna, 908- 964-0766 or e-mail: [email protected] with the details! A full activities schedule is key to the success of our region. Jan 19 - Monthly Meeting Feb 09- Monthly Meeting - Please Note - Effective in February Feb 24 - 26 - Atlantic City Classic Car Auction - Atlantic City Convention Center Monthly Meetings Will Be Mar 08 - Monthly Meeting Held On The Second Thursday Of The Month Mar 18 - Dust Off Brunch, Old Country Buffet, Watchung, NJ - See Page 9 for details.
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