CCC Newsletter for this month.

As we get ready for Caravan ’08, maybe it’s time to give the ‘ol Vette a bit of a look over before we head out on our annual beach adventure. Ok, there’s the obvious stuff like checking the engine oil level and tire pressures, but how about the level of the coolant, the brake fluid, and power steering fluid. And it wouldn’t hurt to check the windshield washer fluid level too. Then take a minute to look under the car to see if any oil spots are on the floor, especially under the rear of the car where the transmission and differential are (C5’s and 6’s), as these fluid levels rarely get checked. Finally get all those items in the car that are so easy to forget, like the hand held 2-way radio, your favorite hat, and maybe a few tools. Then – its FUN time!

Bruce


CORVETTE GAZETTE
May, 2008 The next club meeting: 7:00 p.m., Tuesday, May 6, 2008 at the Golden Corral, Dothan. We dine at 6:00 p.m. Azalea Trail photo by Bill James
IN THIS ISSUE:
President’s Comments National Corvette Museum Tech Tips	New Members Family News Events approaching and departing
Check out our website at www.circlecitycorvettes.com

President's Comments: Well has everyone gotten their sun screen? Can you feel the cool Gulf Breeze on your face. I hope all your plans are in order so we can get the Caravan started with a BIG BANG. I want EVERYONE to enjoy themselves! We can all do our jobs and still have time to sit down, drink a beverage of our choice and smile about how well our "Beach Caravan" is going. We all know our responsibilities, we've done this before. John will go over who has volunteered for what duties, what the itinerary will be so we know when & where to be. Don't forget that it is on us to insure that our guests have as an enjoyable time as possible. So be ready to answer questions and don't be afraid to sit down with someone you don't know and have a nice drink with them. If someone looks dazed and confused (kinda like me) feel free to offer your help. Congratulations to Michael & Stacy Griffin on the birth of their daughter Fallyn Elizabeth. We look forward to meeting her soon. I guess that's it for this month, so let's enjoy the Caravan, seeing old friends and making new ones. See Ya Round the Circle Kelly Walker-President-Circle City Corvette Club (BDCS) -----------------------------------------------------------

*National Corvette Museum News:* Click for the Museum Homepage: National Corvette Museum - opens in its own window. The Museum Homepage has links to all museum pages! Click here for Charley's NCM Newsletter page. Greetings from your NCM Ambassador! - Charley ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Tech Tips: As we get ready for Caravan ’08, maybe it’s time to give the ‘ol Vette a bit of a look over before we head out on our annual beach adventure. Ok, there’s the obvious stuff like checking the engine oil level and tire pressures, but how about the level of the coolant, the brake fluid, and power steering fluid. And it wouldn’t hurt to check the windshield washer fluid level too. Then take a minute to look under the car to see if any oil spots are on the floor, especially under the rear of the car where the transmission and differential are (C5’s and 6’s), as these fluid levels rarely get checked. Finally get all those items in the car that are so easy to forget, like the hand held 2-way radio, your favorite hat, and maybe a few tools. Then – its FUN time! Bruce
Upcoming Local Events: Panama City Beach Caravan, May 15 thru 18, 2008. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Recent Events:
Bruce and Dave get ready for a run. All this fun for only 15 bucks.
Bill prepares for a run. Hey windows open, hat on, this is fun racing!
Kelly and Marty square off for a run down the Montgomery Motorsports ¼ mile drag strip
Azalea Trail Lineup.
Ahh, springtime !

Car of the Month: -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
New Members:
We welcome our new members to the club!!! Hi Everyone, Just wanted to let you know that we have a new member and her name is Fallyn Elizabeth Griffin. She was born to Michael & Stacy Griffin on April 17Th and weighed 7lbs & 12ozs. Congratulations Michael & Stacy! May Fallyn be healthy and as beautiful as her mother! (no offense Michael) :) Kelly
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Birthdays and Anniversaries:
HAPPY May BIRTHDAYS 7 - Jackie James 7 - Noreen Maccabe 14 - Rob Eggleston 20 - Brent Gourley 23 - David Balogh 28 - Susan Earley 29 - Charley Robertson	May ANNIVERSARIES: 12 - John & Barbara Hickman 19 - Daniel & Laura Braley 24 - Bob & Iva Krzyston
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President: Kelly Walker Vice President: Bill James Secretary: Barbara Pattberg NCM Ambassador: Charley Robertson Treasurer: Bruce Carter Caravan Coordinator: John Hickman Local Event Coordinator: Bruce Carter Newsletter Editor: Bruce Carter Member at Large: Jackie James Member at Large: Charlotte Countryman Webmaster: Brent Gourley	Save the Wave