THE RUMBLINGS         

NEWSLETTER FOR STAR RIDERS COLUMBIA, SC
CHAPTER #124 - October 20th, 2003

President Jim Woods opened the meeting and thanked everyone for coming. 

What a great group, 67 people were present at the meeting, including 5 visitors.

Wayne from Columbia Powersports was here to discuss insurance discounts on your motorcycles.  You can buy the Theft plan, Road hazard plan or both plans.  The road hazard insurance was said to be a good buy.  If anyone has questions regarding the insurance, please call Linda Smith at Columbia Powersports on Two Notch Road 803-786-1160.

We need a head count for the Christmas Party.  Please be prepared to let Nedra, Jim or Gerri know at the November meeting if you will be attending the Christmas Party.  The date is our regular monthly meeting, which is December 15 at 7:00 p.m.  Rebecca’s is catering the event and there will not be a business meeting that night.  The cost is determined by how many are coming.

The club selected a slate of officers for 2004 to be voted on at our November monthly meeting.

                                                    The nominations are:

                                         President                      Jim Wood

                                        Vice President              Michael Smathers and Rick Floyd

                                        Secretary                      Nedra Smith

                                        Treasurer                      Judy Frick

                                        Lady of the Star            Gerri Wood

                                        Sergeant of Arms          Mack Pierce

 There will be a Sumter Poker Run on October 25^th.  First bike out 11:00 a.m. and last bike out at 1:00 p.m.  there is a $1,000.00 purse.  Octoberfest Southern Style, with all proceeds to benefit Sumter Youth Athletics.  There will be Bar B Que and a live band so if you’re interested, meet at Smuckers of Sumter.  Extreme Sport of Sumter (803-905-7766) is sponsoring this event.

 The club has a ride this Saturday, October 25^th and Rick Floyd will be leading this ride.  Meet at Hilltop Restaurant on St. Andrews Road and I-26 at 9:00 a.m. with kick stands up at 9:30 a.m.   Destination for this ride has not been determined.

 Saturday, December 6^th is the Christmas Parade for the Catfish Stomp.  Cajun Cavalier needs to know by the November meeting how many would like to participate.

 The drawing this month was $85.00 and was won by Denise Fogle.  Congratulations Denise!!

 A big Thank you to Judy Frick for taking the minutes at the October meeting while I was in Revival.

 Also, thanks to all the Star Riders that attended worship service this past Sunday morning at Eason Memorial Baptist Church in Eastover.  Our own Michael Smathers and Jim Wood did an awesome job portraying the Leper and Jesus in a very touching skit.  Thanks again for your support.

 Don’t forget the meeting next month on November 17th and be safe!!

 CLUB MEMBERS SHOULD NOT BE THE ONLY PEOPLE ALLOWED TO HAVE FUN—So, please join us at our next monthly meeting held at Captain George's in Cayce.   It will start promptly at 7pm.   In the meantime, if you wish to learn more about our club and become a member please contact Jim Wood @ 803-782-4449 or Michael Smathers @ 803-783-1022.  Stop by to learn more about our great club and join in on the FUN.