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Chapter Officers SENIOR CHAPTER DIRECTORS Randy & Delores Galloway [email protected] ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTORS SENIOR DIRECTORS MEMBERSHIP ENHANCEMENT COORDINATORS Ed & Mary Ann Grazier [email protected] ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTORS SENIOR DIRECTORS Mac & Janice McGlothlin [email protected] SENIOR CHAPTER EDUCATOR Murray Dunkin [email protected] ASSISTANT EDUCATORS 2017 Couple of the Year Newsleer Editors Walter & Barbara Donnell [email protected] TREASURER Barry & Connie Glenn [email protected] In this issue: The BulletinChapter E”, Stones River Wings Gold Wing Road Riders Association Spring Fling 2017 is in our rear view mirror and we are looking ahead to other events and adventures, but the memories of five exciting days are still in our minds. Those five days started Wednesday morning with the group traveling to Pigeon Forge by motorcycle meeting in Murfreesboro, getting our pre-ride briefing and going over the route we would ride. The ride took us through McMinnville, Pikeville, Athens, Maryville, Townsend and Wear Valley to Pigeon Forge, just to mention a few of the towns we rode through. The doors opened at 10:00 am on Thursday, which was the official start of Spring Fling. After picking up our registration packets we spent the rest of that day cruising through the vendors and getting ready for opening ceremonies and the theme costume contest. Chapter E had two winners, Eden Brannon won 1 st place in the individual category and Mac and Eden won 1 st place in the couples category. Im sure you will see pictures as you continue to read this newsletter. On Friday Murray Dunkin led the Chapter on a very scenic and enjoyable ride that took us from Gatlinburg to Townsend on The Little River Gorge Rd. Just outside Townsend we turned left onto The Foothills Parkway, following The Foothills Parkway for about seventeen miles. It wasnt long until we were on US 129 AKA The Dragon or Deals Gap, for motorcycle riders it doesnt need any further description. At the end of 11 miles and 318 curves we stopped at the Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort for a break before riding to Fontana Dam on NC 28, another great motorcycle road. Leaving the dam we continued on NC 28 and US 19/74 to Cherokee, NC and a very good lunch at Grannys Restaurant. After lunch we rode through the business district of Cherokee to US 441, the highway that would take us across the 5048 ft. Newfound Gap and back to Pigeon Forge. The weather had been wonderful all day but that changed as we started the climb up the east side of Newfound Gap, before we reached the top we endured a thunder storm with a torrential downpour. After stopping to put on raingear, a little late, the ride down the mountain and into sunny Pigeon Forge was a good end to a very good ride in the mountains of East Tennessee and Western North Carolina. Thanks for the Ride Murray!! Friday nights Talent Show was so much fun and the performances were great, our own Walter Donnell took first place in the serious category performing a song that tugged on more than a few heart strings, ask Troy Hurt about Walters performance. I cant leave Friday without mentioning that Elvis was in the building, as a matter of fact Elvis and his backup Elvis were in the building, thanks Mac and Walter. Since Saturday was the last day of the Rally members were hurrying to get that last minute safety chrome or clothing before closing ceremonies. Closing ceremonies is the time for the presentations of awards to individuals in recognition of their service to the members of GWRRA and The Tennessee District. We are so proud of every member of Chapter E and especially proud of the Members honored with awards at Spring Fling. Ed and Mary Ann Grazier received The Audrey Batson Memorial Award 2017 Tennessee Members of the Year, Murray Dunkin was the recipient of the TN District Educator of the Year and Barbara Donnell received the award as The District Newsletter Editor for the First Quarter of 2017. Congratulations to all who received these awards. Randy and Delores Galloway SENIOR CHAPTER DIRECTORS May 2017 Volume 2, Issue 5 Monthly Social: Shoneys Restaurant, 267 N. Lowry Street, Smyrna, TN Second Saturday monthly. Breakfast at 9:00 a.m., Social at 10:00 a.m. We are Friends for Fun Safety and Knowledge! Staff Comments June Activity Calendar/Activity Photos Region/District/National Items Tennessee Gathering Listing Paid Advertisers Smyrna, Tennessee

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Chapter Officers

SENIOR CHAPTER DIRECTORS

Randy & Delores Galloway

[email protected]

ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTORS

SENIOR DIRECTORS

MEMBERSHIP ENHANCEMENT

COORDINATORS

Ed & Mary Ann Grazier

[email protected]

ASSISTANT CHAPTER DIRECTORS

SENIOR DIRECTORS

Mac & Janice McGlothlin

[email protected]

SENIOR CHAPTER EDUCATOR

Murray Dunkin

[email protected]

ASSISTANT EDUCATORS

2017 Couple of the Year

Newsletter Editors

Walter & Barbara Donnell

[email protected]

TREASURER

Barry & Connie Glenn

[email protected]

In this issue:

“The Bulletin”

Chapter “E”,

Stones River Wings

Gold Wing Road Riders Association

Spring Fling 2017 is in our rear view mirror and we are

looking ahead to other events and adventures, but the

memories of five exciting days are still in our minds. Those

five days started Wednesday morning with the group

traveling to Pigeon Forge by motorcycle meeting in

Murfreesboro, getting our pre-ride briefing and going over

the route we would ride. The ride took us through

McMinnville, Pikeville, Athens, Maryville, Townsend and

Wear Valley to Pigeon Forge, just to mention a few of the

towns we rode through.

The doors opened at 10:00 am on Thursday, which was the

official start of Spring Fling. After picking up our

registration packets we spent the rest of that day cruising

through the vendors and getting ready for opening

ceremonies and the theme costume contest. Chapter E had two winners, Eden Brannon won 1st

place in the individual category and Mac and Eden won 1st place in the couple’s category. I’m

sure you will see pictures as you continue to read this newsletter.

On Friday Murray Dunkin led the Chapter on a very scenic and enjoyable ride that took us from

Gatlinburg to Townsend on The Little River Gorge Rd. Just outside Townsend we turned left

onto The Foothills Parkway, following The Foothills Parkway for about seventeen miles. It

wasn’t long until we were on US 129 AKA “The Dragon “ or Deals Gap, for motorcycle riders

it doesn’t need any further description. At the end of 11 miles and 318 curves we stopped at the

Deals Gap Motorcycle Resort for a break before riding to Fontana Dam on NC 28, another great

motorcycle road. Leaving the dam we continued on NC 28 and US 19/74 to Cherokee, NC and

a very good lunch at Granny’s Restaurant. After lunch we rode through the business district of

Cherokee to US 441, the highway that would take us across the 5048 ft. Newfound Gap and

back to Pigeon Forge. The weather had been wonderful all day but that changed as we started

the climb up the east side of Newfound Gap, before we reached the top we endured a thunder

storm with a torrential downpour. After stopping to put on raingear, a little late, the ride down

the mountain and into sunny Pigeon Forge was a good end to a very good ride in the mountains

of East Tennessee and Western North Carolina. Thanks for the Ride Murray!!

Friday night’s Talent Show was so much fun and the performances were great, our own Walter

Donnell took first place in the serious category performing a song that tugged on more than a

few heart strings, ask Troy Hurt about Walter’s performance. I can’t leave Friday without

mentioning that Elvis was in the building, as a matter of fact Elvis and his backup Elvis were in

the building, thanks Mac and Walter. Since Saturday was the last day of the Rally members

were hurrying to get that last minute safety chrome or clothing before closing ceremonies.

Closing ceremonies is the time for the presentations of awards to individuals in recognition of

their service to the members of GWRRA and The Tennessee District. We are so proud of every

member of Chapter E and especially proud of the Members honored with awards at Spring

Fling. Ed and Mary Ann Grazier received The Audrey Batson Memorial Award 2017

Tennessee Members of the Year, Murray Dunkin was the recipient of the TN District Educator

of the Year and Barbara Donnell received the award as The District Newsletter Editor for the

First Quarter of 2017. Congratulations to all who received these awards.

Randy and Delores Galloway

SENIOR CHAPTER

DIRECTORS

May 2017

Volume 2, Issue 5

Monthly Social: Shoney’s Restaurant, 267 N. Lowry Street, Smyrna, TN

Second Saturday monthly. Breakfast at 9:00 a.m., Social at 10:00 a.m.

We are Friends for Fun

Safety and Knowledge!

Staff Comments

June Activity Calendar/Activity Photos

Region/District/National Items

Tennessee Gathering Listing

Paid Advertisers

Smyrna, Tennessee

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Ed & Mary Ann Grazier

Assistant Chapter Directors

We are friends for

Fun, Safety and

Knowledge.

“We believe in

giving back to the

community whenever

we can”

OTHER KEY

CHAPTER

STAFF

Sunshine Lady

Janice McGlothlin

50/50 Coordinator

Geraldine Jones

Motorist Awareness

Tim & Carol Moore

Special Event

Coordinators

Art & Doris Seely

Individual of the Year

Jim Sterling

Webmaster

Master University

Trainer

Ed Grazier

Senior University

Trainer

Mac McGlothlin

“PARTICIPATION AND ATTITUDE, THE KEY TO SUCCESS”

As we reflect over the past months activities and the enjoyment we’ve had with our many friends

in the Chapter and throughout the District, let us just say that “We’re elated that we’re not your

average “couch potatoes”. At our age it’s just a pleasure to remain active and continue to enjoy

our common hobby of riding with our motorcycling (is that a word) friends. And, it’s even more

enjoyable as a result of the activities of our Chapter and the numerous varied events that are

offered monthly in order to keep our group of participants in a cohesive circle of friends. April,

like every other month, was a mixed bag of activities. What do you think the key is to the success

of our Chapter? Is it the leadership, the esprit de corps, our social and meeting location, the

overall program, just being a member of GWRRA, the motorcycles, or what else you might think

about. Yep, all of these factors are contributors to our program, but the one ingredient that ties it

all together is the desire of our participants to “PARTICIPATE.” We’re fortunate to have

leadership that plans an active program, based on the desires expressed by our participants, and

structured along GWRRA guidelines. Additionally, it’s great to have a meeting location that

welcomes our business and does the best they can to accommodate us. But all of the planning, the

best program, and everything else that goes into creating a good Chapter environment, will mean

nothing, unless the participants support the planned activities and program that is developed.

And, once again, we’re fortunate to have a membership that does actively support our program.

That’s evidenced by the sheer number of participants that show up for the rides, events, other

Chapter visits, and just about anything that we do. It’s refreshing to know that the majority of

our participants will actually participate in whatever the Chapter may be doing. Communication

and planning of activities is a key ingredient that helps to make any outing or undertaking a

complete success. In almost every instance, participants need only to let the Director know that

they’re participating and then just show up at the event meeting location. Early on in our

membership in GWRRA, we were told that leadership has the task of planning and implementing

a program that appeals to the majority of participants in the Chapter. The member has the

responsibility of supporting the overall Chapter program, and showing up at events expecting to

have a fun time and doing whatever they can to promote the enjoyment of everyone else at the

event. Simply said “There’s no room for stinkin’ thinkin’, or sour grapes, at any GWRRA event.

Everyone should expect to have a good time, and actively promote the fun atmosphere, which is

intended. Philosophical, maybe, but it’s what we’ve come to expect of ourselves and others. And,

if we all think that way, every outing will continue to support the success of our Chapter. We’ve

frequently heard the request from Randy that if you have some event that you’d like to participate

in, to bring it to his attention. Fresh new ideas or activities have always been welcome. A big

thanks to all within the Chapter who share the many responsibilities in helping with the various

tasks of operating a functional program, responsive to the needs of our participants.

On another note, congratulations to all of the contest winners and those recognized with special

awards at the Tennessee District Convention. The PARTICIPATION that we eluded to above,

was evident throughout the entire event. Chapter E participants were not only recognized

throughout the event, but were also active volunteers at the many functions, i.e, registration,

Leadership Training booth, Membership Enhancement Program booth and the Rider Education

booth. Photos later in this publication depict some of our participation. Noteworthy, is that even

with the busy schedule of the event, the Chapter found time to enjoy a great motorcycle ride to

and from the event and a day ride on Friday that included our annual “Tail of the Dragon” ride

and a visit to Fontana Dam. We enjoyed a bit of liquid sunshine at the conclusion of the day ride

and on our return trip, but we have come to expect some type of moisture at this annual SPRING

event. Remember, “April showers, bring May flowers”. So as

we see it May should be a positively stunning and colorful

month. Flowers should be plentiful, ‘cause the rain was.

The Chapter fund raiser event for the Wings Across Tennessee

ride, is in full swing. Ticket sales are moving along quite well,

and we have heard news of some nice donations from various

merchants in the Murfreesboro, Smyrna and LaVergne area.

Keep up the good work, it’s all for the children of St Jude

Children’s Research Hospital and ultimately the Children of

the world. Until next month . . Ride Safe, Ride

Often

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RIDING IN THE RAIN….AGAIN

Wow, what a great Spring Fling for Chapter E members

with all the accolades, awards and fun that was had by

all. The thespians (or characters) in the chapter put on a

great show and made us all proud. A high-5 to

MacElvis, Walter the Crooner and Bobby Soxer

Eden for their award-winning performances. I would be

remiss if I didn’t mention and thank the 4 wheel drivers

who chauffeured us around Pigeon Forge and kept us

comfortable and dry.

For those riding their motorcycles, we had a great ride from Murfreesboro to the Bear Crossing

Condos and arrived safely with no problems encountered. We had wonderful weather and it was

really therapeutic and a safe ride on the back roads of Tennessee. We also had a good ride in the

mountains on Friday until running into the bane of motorcycling riding….rain.

I was the group leader for the ride on Friday and it turned out to be a teachable moment for me

when leading a group and running into a rain storm. I should have announced that we would pull off as soon as we found shelter or it quit

raining. As it turned out, riders just dropped out to put on rain gear in the rain or adjust riding gear. There was no shelter in the park so I

kept riding until it stopped raining and we found a safe rest area to stop and put on dry rain gear. At this point, there were just 2 of us. We

lost group integrity and we had no sense of what was happening to everyone in the group. I should have been on the CB at this point

letting everyone know the situation and where we were located so the group could get back together again. As it turned out, riders

staggered by and either pulled in to join us or just kept on going not knowing we were there. My bad, I was greatly relieved when

everyone returned safely to Pigeon Forge. For the record, Dennis did a great job at tail gunner a big thank you to him.

I wanted to bring this up for someone else who leads a ride that communication is important to inform and keep informed of what is

happening with the group. It is important to keep track of everyone and make sure that everyone is safe and doesn’t get left behind. Rider

safety is paramount and the ride leader makes decisions based on the safety of the group. That is not to say that individual riders can’t do

what they need to do in their own safe interest, but try to let the leader know what is going on and get back with the group again when

possible.

My apologies for getting preachy, but it’s not easy leading a group in less than perfect situations. Fortunately for us, Randy led us back

home in the rain on Sunday and we had no serious problems other than riding in the rain. You make it seem easy.

Ride Safe, Ride Smart and SEE you on the next ride,

Murray

Murray Dunkin

Chapter “E” Educator

Chapter E Road Captain Seminar and Certification

On the afternoon of April 8th, after our regular Chapter Social, Mac & Ed conducted a Rider

Education Seminar for Road Captains, for twenty-two participants. We had eleven Chapter E

participants and riders from Chapters A, C-2, G, H and S. Upon completion of the seminar,

eleven students completed the ride evaluation and were certified as Road Captains/Co Road

Captains. Congratulations to Jackie, Marty, Walter and Barbara for receiving their

certifications. Randy (who also monitored one of the ride groups), Jeff, Mary Ann, Dennis and

Murray took the seminar as a refresher. Participants from Chapters S and C-2, will complete

the rider portion for certification at a later date. David and Karen Hill, Chapter H and

Tennessee District Couple of the Year; Frank Vanderschaaf, Chapter H; Steve and Karen Thomas, Chapter A; and Jerry and Pat Hicks, Chapter

G, were among those also certified. Sloan’s Motorcycle and ATV Super Center provided the classroom facility for the seminar portion of the

afternoon. The road course was conducted within the North Murfreesboro, Florence and Lascassas communities. This was a great way to kick

off the riding season and to sharpen our skills for the ride to and from Spring Fling. All course completions (seminar and certifications) have

been reported to the Tennessee Educator, so that rider education records could be properly updated.

Walter and I were shocked and honored to receive the 1st Quarter Newsletter Award for our Chapter E

Newsletter. Not because we didn’t think we were deserving of it but because all the other chapter

newsletter editors were also equally deserving! Even though the award has our name on it, Our Chapter E

Newsletter is a combined effort of all our members who contribute articles and pictures. Walter and I

would like to thank you for all you do and helping make it possible for us to receive this award. I’ve always

said there is no “I” in TEAM and this statement rings true for our Chapter E Family.

Walter & Barbara Donnell

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How important are the Motorist Awareness Events?

You Decide, we had 9 GWRRA members including TN Assistant District

Director Troy Hurt, who took the day to ride down to help us with this

event and to keep us in line (LOL). We talked to approximately 168 folks

ranging from motorcycle riders to kids looking at the bikes, getting their

pictures taken on and around them; to folks wanting to know more about

the bikes and the organization. Although we were able to interact with

lots of people the most important was the possible future bikers that may

just get the dream to roll the back roads with the wind in their hair on

some type of motorcycle. You can bet whenever they see one of us on the

road they will be looking and calling their parents attention to us which

could possibly save a life one day. Anyone is free to stop by

and hang out with us as we do these events.

We would like to thank the members who took the time out of there Sunday to attend this event

including Randy Galloway, Ed Grazier, Mac McGlothlin, Walter Donnell, Murray Dunkin,

David Broadway, Art Seely, Deloris Galloway, Troy Hurt and even the queen of Assistant

District Director‘s Vicky Hurt.

Ride Safe,

Tim & Carol Moore

Tim and Carol Moore

THE “E” MAC’s

What an exciting time we had this month as your Couple of the Year. Chapter E came out strong to

support us in our attempt to capture the Couple of the Year Plaque from Chapter Y and we

SUCEEDED!!!!! We appreciate all the support we receive from each and every one of you. It makes our

heart smile when we see you show up in support of us, what an awesome feeling it is! Capturing the

Couple of the Year Plaque was a first for us but I’m sure it won’t be the last.

We had so much fun at Spring Fling! I didn’t realize how much fun it was to volunteer our time. Walter

and I sold tickets for the Couple of the Year Basket give away, we administered the games at the

Educator’s Table, and we worked registration. We made so many new friends and caught up with friends

we hadn’t seen in awhile, all while volunteering our time. Spring Fling is such a fun event and we look

forward to it every year but it was especially special this year knowing we were representing our Chapter

as their Couple of the Year; what an honor. The District Team did an amazing job putting this event

together and we are so appreciative of them for all their hard work.

So……...until next time Ride Safe and Stay Aware.

Walter & Barbara Donnell

2017 Couple of the Year

First, just a quick reminder for those who have a membership renewal date expiring in May and June to contact the

National Headquarters and renew on time. The phone number is on the back of your current membership card, and

in Wing World Magazine. It’s easy to renew by telephone and with your personal credit card. Or, of course, you

can mail it to Phoenix, if you wish.

It was our honor to be appointed as the Membership Enhancement Coordinators for the Chapter at ceremonies at

Spring Fling, and we’ll try to do our best in assisting the Chapter wherever possible. This isn’t our first rodeo as

MEPC’s, so we’ll attempt to contribute based on past experience in this area.

Aside from the mandatory monthly reporting of recruiting and membership management to the National office,

through the District MEPC, some of our responsibilities are in the realm of assisting the Director in managing the

Couple of the Year Program, the Chapter of the Year Program, providing information to participants on how to better enjoy the GWRRA

experience, working to promote recruiting of new members, and retaining our current membership. So, from time to time, we may be discussing

your membership and ideas or recommendation you may have to better the Chapter. We view our position as MEPC’s to be one of assistants to

the Director and assisting Chapter participants wherever we can.

As mentioned at the team meeting, don’t forget to be looking for, and providing, copies of your training records and certificates of completion

for the Horizons Program, if you have previously completed any seminars or courses. Ride Safe,

Ed & Mary Ann Grazier, Coordinators

Chapter Membership Enhancement Program

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Don’t forget to:

“Look Twice, and Save A

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Ed & Mary Ann Grazier

2016 Tennessee District

Members of the Year

At the 2017 Tennessee District Convention, Spring

Fling, Ed and Mary Ann were awarded the Audrey

Batson Memorial Award, as the Tennessee District

Members of the Year. Following is an extract from the

Tennessee District web site, explaining the significance

and development of this recognition, as well as a listing

of the annual recipients of this prestigious award, since

it’s inception.

Barbara Donnell, Editor

“AUDREY BATSON MEMORIAL AWARD

“TENNESSEE MEMBER OF THE YEAR”

This article is meant to be a history of this award, how it

came about and what it means. HOW THEN, DOES ONE

QUALIFY FOR THIS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD? “BY

THEIR WORKS YOU SHALL KNOW THEM” In the beginning ... During the year of 1989 a group of Tennessee State Staff members

began to explore possible ways to honor a Tennessee member, Audrey Batson. This lady’s dedication to her husband’s chosen avocation was

well known to the Tennessee Members. Her dedication, zeal and commitment to GWRRA went far above the call to duty. In spite of a

debilitating illness, her spirit was an inspiration to many and THE TENNESSEE MEMBER OF THE YEAR award was created. Audrey Batson

was to be the first recipient of this annual award. This was to be presented to her in the presence of as many of the Tennessee members as

possible, the Tennessee State Rally. In November 1989, Audrey succumbed to her illness. In order to honor and perpetuate her memory, the

name of the award was changed to THE AUDREY BATSON MEMORIAL AWARD – TENNESSEE MEMBER OF THE YEAR. A Special

award was presented to her posthumously at the Tennessee State Rally in April, 1990. Her husband, Ron Batson, was honored by being the first

recipient of the AUDREY BATSON MEMORIAL AWARD – TENNESSEE MEMBER OF THE YEAR at the same rally. Since then 23 other

Tennessee members or couples have been selected to receive this award … the highest honor that can be bestowed on any Tennessee GWRRA

member. THE SELECTION PROCESS: There will be only one award given in any year. The person receiving the award does not have to

prove himself/herself by any type of test or oral presentation. He or she does not have to present him/her in any way after he/she has been

nominated. An effort will be made to keep the nomination secret from the person/persons chosen.

TENNESSEE MEMBERS WHO HAVE BEEN HONORED WITH THIS AWARD

1989 - Ron Batson 1999 – Tom & Carolyn Sanford 2009 – Jeff & Cherri Liner

1990 - Shirley Burton 2000 - Sam & Nancy Winters 2010 - Boyd & Dianne Hixson

1991 - Opal Lee 2001 - William & Sondra Simmons 2011 - Randy & Delores Galloway

1992 - Diane Stang 2002 - Richard & Jeanell Banner 2012 - Gary & Patti Hamilton

1993 - Houston & Kathy Brown 2003 - Ray & Sheila Massengale 2013 - Jim & Mary Cobb

1994 - Zearl & Jane Black 2004 - Tom & Kathy Peck 2014 - Charlie & Pam Huffman

1995 - John & Louise Koty 2005 - Bill & Margaret Roland 2015 - ?

1996 - Bob & Ann Willoughby 2006 - Boots & Phyllis Streetman 2016 - Dennis & Anne Greer

1997 - Brenda & Joe Neeley 2007 - Jerry & Leisa Childers 2017 - Ed & Mary Ann Grazier

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(Extracted in part from the May edition of the Tennessee District Newsletter)

Patti and I would like to encourage everyone to when possible to go and support not only our Districts within

the Region but other regions as well. As I said earlier we had over 20 states attending Spring Fling. Our support

will help them have a successful rally.

Don’t forget the steak-out coming in May. Looking forward to seeing you there. Also the Alabama District

Rally is the same weekend in Mobile, Alabama. If you can’t make the steak-out try Alabama. The South

Carolina District Rally is May 6-7 in Beaufort, SC. A beautiful old city on the coast. June will see the Georgia

District Rally in Dalton, Georgia. They had a lot of Georgia folks come and support us at our rally, if you can

go and support them. June 22-24. August 18-19 is the Kentucky District Rally, in Cave City. If possible go

and support Kentucky. Wing Ding August 29-September 2 in Grapevine Texas. The District has made a deal

with the Comfort Inn, 301 Capital St., Grapevine Texas for rooms at $99.00 dollars a night. Not very far from

Wing Ding location. Mention TN. GWRRA and they will book you a room. Phone 800 338-5150. The Virginia

District Rally is July 6-8 in Roanoke, Va. always a fun rally. Then July 20-22 in the West Virginia rally in Elkins, WVA, a new location for

them. What I hear a beautiful place to visit. Then in September 28-30 in the North Carolina rally in a new location, Waynesville, NC. Should

be fun. Try and support our GWRRA districts, they came and supported us.. And to end the year off be sure and send in your registration to

attend the Region rally November 2-4 in Johnson City, TN.

Gary & Patti Hamilton

Tennessee District Directors

(extracted in part from the April edition of the The Appalachian Gazette)

Have you started getting your pirate costumes ready for the Appalachian Fall Finale in

November? It will be held at the Holiday Inn and Convention Center in Johnson City,

Tennessee again this year. Our theme for 2017 is a Buccaneer’s Bash. There will be a

rally themed costume competition, so get your good buds together and put your

thinking caps on. Extra credit will be given to any individual or group who puts a little

more into it and entertains us during the competition. We will have not one but two

guided rides this year for you to take part in. We will be selecting the 2017-2018 Region

“N” Couple of the Year at the rally, so come and support your couple. They really do

need your support. And for your enjoyment, Rosalie and Willie Boyles will be back

again this year with a whole new show for you. If you were there last year you know

how much FUN this show is, and if you weren’t there last year you will definitely want to see what everyone is talking about. This is

just a sample of what we have planned for you, so come on up to East Tennessee and party with the Region.

Glenda & Alan Keough

Region “N” Directors

The GWRRA National web site is the place to go for

Wing Ding 39

August 29 — September 2, 2017

registration forms, vendor listings, full event schedule and the most up to date

information on our Annual National Convention and trade show. If you plan on

attending, now is the time to make your travel plans and hotel accommodations.

Grapevine will be a great place to enjoy Texas hospitality, renew old

acquaintances and make new friends!

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We have two birthdays in the month of June.

Dalton McKee, June 4

Isabel Rawson, June 18

We have two anniversaries in the month of June.

Jim & Brenda Sterling, June 1

Ed & Mary Ann Grazier, June 8

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Janice McGlothlin

Sunshine Lady

Chicken Pot Pie

1 package (2 rounds; 15 ounces) refrigerated pastry rounds.

2 tablespoons (1/4 stick) butter

1 1/2 cups chopped frozen or fresh vegetables of your choice

2 cups (about 8 ounces) shredded cooked chicken

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Salt and ground black pepper

2 cups of chicken broth

Directions: Place rack in center of oven and preheat oven to 450 degrees. Set one pastry aside. Place the other round in a 9-inch

pie pan that is 2 inches deep. Crimp the edge of the pastry with a fork, then prick the bottom a few times. Bake the pastry until

browned, 7 to 8 minutes. Remove the pie pan from the oven and set it aside. Reduce heat to 350 degrees. While the crust bakes,

melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add vegetables and cook, stirring, for about 1 minute. Add the chicken and

cook, stirring for about 1 minute longer. Sprinkle the flour over the vegetables and chicken, then season with salt and pepper to

taste. Cook stirring until the flour is incorporated, about 1 minute. Add the broth to the skillet,

increase the heat to medium-high, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens slightly, 1-2 minutes.

Pour the chicken mixture into the baked piecrust. Cover the top with the remaining pastry round.

Turn the edge of the top pastry under the crimped edge of the bottom crust with your fingertips. Press

around the edge with a fork to seal the two together. Make several vents in the top pastry with a sharp

knife. Bake the pie on top of a baking sheet until the crust is golden brown and the juices are bubbling,

20 to 25 minutes. If the juices are bubbling but the top has not browned, place the pot pie under the

broiler until it turns golden. Let the pot pie rest for 10 minutes, then slice it and serve.

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Sending our thoughts

and prayers out to

Walter Donnell and

family. Walter’s

uncle passed away

on May 3, 2017.

SEE IT Big...

But

Keep it simple.

Character is not made in a crisis…

It is only revealed

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Let’s have some fun and see if you can guess who’s in the picture. If you would like to

participate send me a picture, I’ll put it in the newsletter and we will see who can guess who you

are at our monthly social.

Ok Chapter E can you guess who I am?

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Randy & Delores

Walter & Barbara

Ed & Mary Ann

Our Fabulous Fifties Ladies

Mac & Janice

Mac & Murray

Just Clownin’ Around

Jackie & Eden

Dennis & Marty

Jeff & Geraldine

Art & Doris

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Chapter E Individual Recognitions Received at Spring Fling

Ed & Mary Ann Grazier, Recipients of Audrey Batson

Tennessee Member of the Year Award for 2016; Walter

Donnell , Winner Serious Division of Talent Show; Barbara

Donnell, Winner 1st Quarter Tennessee District Newsletter

Contest; and Murray Dunkin, Selected as 2016 Tennessee

District Educator of the Year

Mac & Eden

Best Dressed Couple

Chapter E, Best Dressed Chapter, Runner Up

Eden

Best Dressed Individual

Jackie—Winner of Poker Run

On Way to Spring Fling

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Tennessee District Chapter Socials

Chapter A: Last Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Golden Corral, 315 Old Lebanon Dirt

Rd., Hermitage, TN CDs: Troy & Vickie Hurt 615-351-6629

Chapter A2: 3rd Monday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Shoney's 1021 W Lamar Alexander

Pkwy Maryville, TN CD: Jim & Joyce Hunsley 217-412-9986

Chapter B: 1st Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Shoney's Restaurant, 2405 Andersonville

Hwy, Clinton, TN Senior CDs: Tom & Kathy Peck 423-907-9712

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Region N

Glenda & Alan Keough

[email protected]

Kyle & Mitzela Craig

[email protected]

Jim & Beverly Rambo

[email protected]

Erwin & Denise Blake

[email protected]

Brenda Perkinson

[email protected]

Tennessee District

Gary & Patti Hamilton

[email protected]

Alvin & Josie Nelson

[email protected]

Max & Renee Thomas

mlt1958@comcast

Dennis & Anne Greer

[email protected]

Mike Burkitt

[email protected]

Director

Educator

Trainer

Member

Enhancement

Motorist

Awareness

Goldwing Road Rider Association 21423 North 11th Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona

PHONE: (800) 843-9460 http://www.gwrra.org

HOURS: Monday—Thursday 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. (CST)

National Directors: Ray & Sandi Garris

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Chapter C: 3rd Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Mama's House Buffet, 2608 N. John B Dennis Hwy, Kingsport, TN Senior CDs: Richard & Connie Pendleton 423-245-8484

Chapter C2: 3rd Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Shoney's, 4148 Us Highway 127 S Crossville, TN CDs: Buddy & Brenda Turner 931-260-2906

Chapter E: 2nd Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Shoney's Restaurant, 267 N. Lowry Street Smyrna TN CDs: Randy & Delores Galloway 615-893-0556

Chapter F: 3rd Thursday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Golden Corral, 2905 W. Andrew Johnson Hwy, Morristown, TN CDs: Elizabeth & Earl Smith 585-737-9823

Chapter G: 3rd Thursday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Gondola Pizza and Steak House, 412 E Carroll St, Tullahoma, TN CDs: Dennis & Anne Greer 931-728-1463

Chapter H: 4th Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Shoneys, 1306 Murfreesboro Rd. Franklin, TN CDs: Will & Thu Horsley 615-483-2335

Chapter L: 1st Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Ryan's, 405 S. Cumberland , Leba-non, TN Senior CDs: Andrew & Debbie Smith 615-784-9772

Chapter M: 2nd Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm 550 Fort Loudon Medical Center Dr., Lenior City, TN CDs: Brian & Loretta Richards 865-249-6173

Chapter N: 1st Saturday Monthly Eat 5:00 pm / Meet 6:00 pm Perkins Restaurant, 999 Van Drive, Jackson, TN CDs: Jeff & Shari Douglas 731-267-3388

Chapter O: 1st Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Golden Corral, 350 Stuart Rd. NE (I-75 Exit 27), Cleveland, TN CD: Shane McAmis 423-310-5903

Chapter Q: Last Monday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Shoney’s 3083 Wilma Rudolph Blvd, Clarksville, TN CD: Cindy Bidwell 731-642-7657

Chapter S: 3rd Saturday Monthly Eat 1:00 pm / Meet 2:00 pm My Time Cafe, 125 Main St, Portland, TN CDs: Grant & Carol Bottomley 615-337-8386

Chapter T: 4th Tuesday Monthly Eat 6:00pm / Meet 7:00pm Shoney's 315 E Emory Road Powell, TN CDs: Bobby & Debby Cash 865-705-7877

Chapter V: 2nd Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Honda Southern Power Sports, 1394 Workman Road, Chattanooga, TN CD: Mildred (Millie) Batts 423-544-3565

Chapter W2: 3rd Saturday Monthly Eat 6:00 pm / Meet 7:00 pm Perkins Restaurant, 1340 South Germantown Pkwy, Memphis, TN CDs: Ivan & Leesa Coburn 870-739-1079

Chapter Y: 3rd Saturday Monthly Eat 9:00 am / Meet 10:00 am Jaycees Colonel’s Club, 403 Hickerson Dr, Murfreesboro TN CDs: Wesley & Cindy Neal 615-668-4448

Chapter Z: 2nd Saturday Monthly Eat 5:30 pm / Meet 6:30 pm Catfish Campus Restaurant, 2509 Keith Dr, Columbia, TN CDs: Chuck & Cindy Madison 931-698-6656

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show our appreciation for their continual

support of our Chapter.

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