The Grand Prix
Newsletter of the
May 7, 2009 Chicago Corvette Club 2009 v.4
     
Headlines - News & Announcements
  Spring is Here!
Don't Miss All the CCC Events
Spring is here...  so it's time to get out the lawn mower, plant those flowers, put down fresh mulch and of course, wash the Corvette so it's ready to drive.  As the weather heats up so does the Chicago Corvette Club event calendar.  May is a very busy month for the CCC, so make sure to mark your calendar to ensure you don't miss out on the 6 events planned. 

May 3rd, Sunday - Picture Day on Route 66 in Wilmington, IL
May 16th, Saturday - Blooming Fest in West Chicago, IL
  • May 16th the CCC will be hosting a Wheels exhibit at the West Chicago Blooming Fest.  The event is a car display open to all make and model cars.  The event will be held in the City Hall Parking lot with 'goodie bags' for the first 50 cars and prizes in several categories.

May 20th, Wednesday - Indy 500 Track Day in Indianapolis, IN
  • Ever wonder how cool it would be to take a lap around the legendary Indianapolis Motor Speedway? Then rev up your engines for the American Family Insurance 500 Festival Community Day and you can do just that! Experience this unique opportunity of taking a lap around the track in your own car.

May 20th, Wednesday - CCC Meeting in Naperville/Warrenville, IL
  • The May meeting will be packed with updated information about upcoming June events, including Bloomington Gold plans, items for auction and the new trivia contest.

May 23rd, Saturday - Drive 'n Dine in Matoon, IL
  • May 23rd we'll bump our monthly Drive 'n Dine event up to a lunch event, in Matoon, at the Race Track!  If you have always wanted to see what all the racing excitement is about, this is your chance.  Join the caravan on a ride down I-57 to check out the racing event and enjoy a meal at Cody's Western Steakhouse.

May 24th, Sunday - Racing in Matoon, IL
  • May 24th the CCC will host a NCCC sanctioned race at the track in Matoon.  This is the first of the two racing events we'll be hosting this year.

For more details, times and directions to the events checkout the Event Calendar.

In addition to the CCC events there are numerous other car related events occurring within our local communities.  Make sure to check out the new Community Events Calendar for a listing of those events.
  - Bill Sullivan, Web Editor
 
Bloomington Gold Passes
The club again has the opportunity to pre-purchase Bloomington Gold passes.  Payment must be received by Dennis no later than the May club meeting. 

Checks should be made out to "Chicago Corvette Club".

2-day passes - $60.00 includes 4 1-day passes
4-day passes - $80.00 includes 2 4-day passes
All pass packages include club parking.
Refreshed Website
When was the last time you visited ChicagoCorvetteClub.com?  Have you seen the changes?  In January 2009 the website was given an overhaul and refresh.  Several new sections were added including:
 
  • Community Event Calendar - Listing cruise nights and other local events and shows.
  • Club History - Updated from our 50th Anniversary press releases.
  • Members Directory - A directory of club members names, addresses, emails and phone numbers only available to club members.
 
Have You Checked Your Information in the Directory?
The online member directory is now available on the club website. Please login and check your information. Changes can be sent to Bill Sullivan.

To Login:
  • Type the last 3 numbers of your NCCC#, and for ladies the L following those numbers in the NCCC# box
  • Enter your last name in the last name box and press the enter key
  • Press the Login button

Once logged in you should see Member Directory as a link in the left hand margin.
Have you seen the Stingray Concept Car?
The concept car below was displayed at the 2009 Chicago Auto Show and is featured in the upcoming Transformers 2: Revenge of the Fallen movie coming out June 24.

Check out it's reflection!
 
Calendar of Events
May 2009
16 - BloomingFest - West Chicago, IL
20 - Indy 500 Track Day - Indianapolis, IN
20- Club Meeting - Omega - Warrenville / Naperville, IL
23 - Drive 'n Dine - Matoon, IL
24 - Racing - Matoon, IL
   
June 2009
13 - Pride of the Fox - St. Charles, IL
17- Club Meeting - Omega - Warrenville / Naperville, IL
20 - Race - South Bend, IN
25 - 28 - Bloomington Gold - St. Charles, IL
26 - Goldies Party - St. Charles, IL
   
July 2009
4 - 4th of July Parades - Wheaton & Glenn Ellyn
11 - Ladies Lunch - TBD
11 - Men's Golf Outing - TBD
15 - Club Meeting - Omega - Warrenville / Naperville, IL
25 - Drive 'n Dine - TBD
   
August 2009
2 - Picnic - TBD
8 - Cruise Night - Morris, IL
19 - Club Meeting - Omega - Warrenville / Naperville, IL
29 - Drive 'n Dine - TBD
   
September 2009
12 - Winery Trip - Wisconsin
16 - Club Meeting - Omega - Warrenville / Naperville, IL
25 - 27 - FunFest - Effingham, IL
   
October 2009
3 - Car Display - Oak Brook, IL
10 - 11 - Scarecrow Fest - St. Charles, IL
17 - 18 - Covered Bridges - Indiana
21 - Club Meeting - Omega - Warrenville / Naperville, IL
   
November 2009
18 - Club Meeting - Omega - Warrenville / Naperville, IL
27 - Christmas Parade - Wheaton, IL
28 - Christmas Parade - St. Charles, IL
   
December 2009
6 - Christmas Party - TBD
   
 
Questions, Coments, Concerns or Additions to this or future Newsletters can be sent to Bill Sullivan