Tom Ziobrowski, President, NEA has confirmed the 2017 Northeast Area Rally discussions finalizing the rally at the State Fairgrounds, Syracuse are almost complete.
It's early, so, there are many details to come.
Friday, April 8, 2016
Wednesday, March 30, 2016
We need help at the 94th International
The following comes from Tom Ziobrowski, Northeast Area President
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Now that the Perry Georgia Convention is over and Easter is over, hope you will all consider in doing some type of volunteering in Springfield Mass come August.I cannot express my feeling for everyone that can to: please show the strength the Northeast Area has as a TEAM of Chapters.
Send your information to Bob Mills, one of your Northeast VP's who is in charge of the volunteers at Springfield.
You will find the information in the April edition of the FMCA magazine. It's best to call your registration in ASAP.
Bob's email: Fourwindsbob@gmail.com
Cell: 813-395-3679
Please email or call him ASAP, he will need your name, a cell number if you have one, and address, as I want to personally acknowledge everyone with a token of appreciation that comes and supports this convention. It may be years before the Northeast Area ever see's another one. Come, volunteer a little, and have fun with all your camping friends.
Respectfully,
Thomas M. Ziobrowski
President & National VP for the Northeast Area of FMCA
Wednesday, March 23, 2016
Northeast Area Officer Nominations
We are looking for folks willing to run for office in the Northeast Area. Below is Secretary Donna Merlino's list of candigates openings
There will be 2 Vice President positions and the Secretarial position up for re-election this year. We will be voting for these 3 positions at our NEA Annual Business Meeting, which will be held at West Springfield. As soon as I have more information regarding the meeting I will pass it along.
We are currently looking for candidates for the NEA President’s Position currently held by Tom Ziobrowski. Anyone interested in this position, please get in touch with Tom. The FMCA National Area Vice President serves as President of The Area Association. You might be able to travel with Tom in May of 2017 when he attends the business meeting at our FMCA headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio. This would be a great opportunity to get you acclimated to the operation of FMCA as well as give you an inside view of what the job requires. We are over a year away but it is never too early to start thinking about it. You are responsible for the entire NEA which consists of approximately 37 Chapters spread out over 10 States, including Canada, whom you have to keep in touch with to the best of your ability. Either email or call Tom. He would be happy to discuss this position with anyone that may be interested. He can be reached at: 513-543-7421, or by email tziobrowski@fmca.com
Thursday, March 3, 2016
Northeast Area News From Secretary Donna Merlino
To All Northeast Area Chapters:
I know it’s been a long time since you’ve heard from me and I apologize for that. Leo Ouellette, Mass. Minutemen (NEA Webmaster) and I have been working on a new email process for keeping you informed of what is happening throughout the Northeast Area (NEA). This will be the first official email sent with the new system so hence the new look. If you have any questions, let me know via email or by phone and we will try to answer them. There are a couple of items we need to cover before I get into the fun happenings for NEA.
** Chapter Officers are the only ones receiving these emails. Therefore, if you don’t think you should be receiving this email let me know ASAP. Please keep myself or Leo updated when any changes occur regarding your officers, along with any email address changes as well.
** Whenever you receive these emails we would appreciate it if you would forward them on to your chapter membership in a timely manner, either via email, snail mail or whatever system you use for keeping in touch with your chapter. The main reason for sending these emails is to let you and your membership know what is going on within the NEA, therefore you – The Chapter Officer is the best way to get that information to your membership.
** If you have something that you would like to pass on to the entire NEA this is the best way to accomplish that. We can send an email on your behalf, post it to the NEA Blog and upload it to our website. So, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us if you have something you would like to forward on to the Northeast Area Membership.
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN THE NORTHEAST AREA:
THE REGISTRATION FOR FMCA’s 94th Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase to be held at West Springfield, Massachusetts, August 3 through 6, 2016 IS NOW AVAILABLE:
You can find it at fmca.com (OR) on our website: neafmca.org and on our blog. Register for this Reunion as soon as you can as the first 1500 registrants will be located on the grounds. Anyone registering after that will be located off site.
>We have a lot of volunteer positions that need to be filled. Contact Bob Mills, NEA VP fourwindsbob@gmail.comand he will get you signed up. Bob is the Convention’s Overall Volunteer Captain. You can contact him via the above email or by phone: (h) 613-525-9970 (c) 813-395-3679
>Dave Ellis, NEA VP is Captain of Security Volunteers and is in need of early security volunteers. Dave can be contacted at connyankee99@yahoo.com or by phone: (h)203-878-6265 (c) 203-650-0322
>I (Donna Merlino) am Captain of Greeter Volunteers and I am looking for Greeters to stand and/or sit at designated stations on the sidewalk or road side to wave a greeting to FMCA convention attendees. You will be the first person they see representing FMCA when they arrive in the area. We will be volunteering the 3 days of parking in 2 hour shifts. We will need about 80 +/- volunteers. Contact me at neafmcasecretary@gmail.com for detailed information or by phone: (h) 607-627-7009 (c) 607-316-3784. Again, you can always contact Bob Mills if you can’t reach either myself or Dave Ellis.
>Another area that we will need volunteers for is the “Northeast Area Ice Cream Social” that will be held during the Rally. The Green Mountain Chapter has volunteered to Captain this event. We will be inviting all 1st Timers, new members and NEA Chapter members to this event. Pres., Tom Ziobrowski and Gerry Gage, Green Mountain National Director have worked very hard to schedule this event through FMCA, but we need to provide the sponsorship and all the volunteers to help serve. Tom and Gerry have secured sponsorship from NEA Local RV Dealers and various other Commercial Sponsors; therefore we can provide scooped ice cream and all the toppings to make this a true, “Ice Cream Social”. This is our opportunity to shine and show everyone what a great Area we are. Contact Bob Mills if you would like to volunteer for this event.
>If none of these areas peek your interest that’s okay, contact Bob Mills and I’m sure that he can find an area that you might be interested in. Volunteering is a lot of fun and you meet so many different people from all over the country and it’s a great way to get out and enjoy the true “rally experience”.
Northeast Area Executive Board:
There will be 2 Vice President positions and the Secretarial position up for re-election this year. We will be voting for these 3 positions at our NEA Annual Business Meeting, which will be held at West Springfield. As soon as I have more information regarding the meeting I will pass it along.
We are currently looking for candidates for the NEA President’s Position currently held by Tom Ziobrowski. Anyone interested in this position, please get in touch with Tom. The FMCA National Area Vice President serves as President of The Area Association. You might be able to travel with Tom in May of 2017 when he attends the business meeting at our FMCA headquarters in Cincinnati, Ohio. This would be a great opportunity to get you acclimated to the operation of FMCA as well as give you an inside view of what the job requires. We are over a year away but it is never too early to start thinking about it. You are responsible for the entire NEA which consists of approximately 37 Chapters spread out over 10 States, including Canada, whom you have to keep in touch with to the best of your ability. Either email or call Tom. He would be happy to discuss this position with anyone that may be interested. He can be reached at: 513-543-7421, or by email tziobrowski@fmca.com
Northeast Area 2017 Rally Location:
The Board is really excited to announce that we are in negotiations with the NY State Fairgrounds in Syracuse NY as the location for the 2017 Area Rally. We are very close to signing an agreement and setting a date. We hope to schedule the Rally for the early part of August, 2017. The NYS Fairgrounds is in the middle of a multi-million$$ renovation; included in that renovation is the addition of a 400 site campground with hookups. As soon as we have a signed agreement and firm date we will send out an email.
2016 Northeast Area Chapter Anniversaries:
We are pleased to announce the following Chapters are celebrating a Milestone Anniversary this year:
May 15 Years NEW ENGLAND RACE CHASERS
25 Years PEN-NY MIXERS
June 20 Years SCONE
20 Years SCOTIAN ROAMERS
July 20 Years FRUSTRATED MAESTROS
August 20 Years NORTHEAST EXPLORERS
September 25 Years CONSTITUTION CRUISERS
Congratulations to all of the above Chapters. We appreciate everything you have done and continue to do to help make the Northeast Area what it is today. Each Chapter will be presented a Certificate at our Annual Meeting. Make sure your Chapter is well represented in Massachusetts when you are recognized for this special achievement.
2016 Perry GA Family Reunion:
For those of you attending the Rally in Perry GA, March 17-20: The Northeast Area Gathering will be held on Sunday, March 20, 3:00 – 4:00 p.m. in Seminar Room 3. The Area Gathering is always very informative. Tom Ziobrowski will have updated information regarding the Rally in West Springfield. Make sure you make some time in your day to attend.
UPCOMING EVENTS:
March 3-6: CNY RV & CAMPING SHOW, NYS Fairgrounds, Syracuse NY
March 3-6: GREATER PHILADELPHIA RV SHOW, Oaks PA
March 11-13: YORK CAMPER’s WORLD RV SHOW, York PA
March 17-20: FMCA’s 93rd FAMILY REUNION & MOTORHOME SHOWCASE, Perry GA
Hopefully I haven’t missed anything. If there is something happening in the NEA that I have missed and you want everyone to know about it, don’t hesitate to get in touch with me and I will send out an announcement for you or your Chapter.
DON’T FORGET TO:
REGISTER FOR WEST SPRINGFIELD ASAP
AND
PASS THIS EMAIL ON TO YOUR MEMBERS
Happy & Safe Travels everyone,
Sincerely,
Donna Merlino, NEA Secretary
o/b/o The NEA Executive Board
Monday, February 29, 2016
Volunteers are needed for the International rally in August
Our rally is scheduled for August 3rd - 6th. We need your help. Below are folks to contact:
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Please urge all of your volunteers to register early since the first approximately 1500 registrants will be parked on the site of the event while latecomers may be parked at a satellite location.
Should you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
I will also be attending the event in Perry Georgia, March 17-20 and expect to gather much more information about West Springfield at that time, such as exact date of arrival for various volunteer groups etc.
Bob Mills F273086
Overall Volunteer Captain
FMCA 94th Family Reunion & Motorhome Showcase
August 3rd through 6th, 2016
West Springfield MA
813-395-3679
We need volunteers for security details this summer at the Eastern States Exposition's Center rally. Please contact V.P. Dave Ellis at
connyankee99@yahoo.com
Thursday, February 11, 2016
West Springfield, MA Registration
Registration information for FMCA 94th International has been posted.
You can go to the registration on the FMCA website by clicking on the link below:
You can go to the registration on the FMCA website by clicking on the link below:
Or check the tab at the top of this blog
Wednesday, February 10, 2016
NMA Meeting In Perry, GA
Our GATHERING in Perry Georgia is set up for Sunday March 20th. SEMINAR 3
3pm-4pm
Respectfully,
Tom Z
3pm-4pm
Respectfully,
Tom Z
Thursday, February 4, 2016
Northeast Area Web site
The Northeast Area web site has been dramatically improved.
Check it out at:
Check it out at:
Tom and Connie Ziobrowski work Saratoga RV Show
In January, our president, Tom Ziobrowski (and Connie) worked the RV show in Saratoga, NY.
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Tuesday, February 2, 2016
Boston RV and camping Show
Well it looks like the rain has brought people in early, as there is a football game this afternoon and in past years things slowed down when game starts. But it is busy now. Rode the shuttle in with John DiPetro and he is coming over later to do a video for RV insights for which I will have a great chance to talk about the FMCA 94th Family Reunion Convention this year in Springfield. Hopefully it will give me a chance to talk about why if you own a Motorhome you should consider joining FMCA.
Monday, February 1, 2016
FMCA 94th Family Reunion Update
West Springfield, Massachusetts, August 3 through 6, 2016: FMCA’s 94th Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase
The Eastern States Exposition will host the first FMCA international Family Reunion and Motorhome Showcase event to be held in the state of Massachusetts. Although regional FMCA events and many chapter rallies have taken place in Massachusetts, and even at Eastern States Exposition, FMCA’s August 3 through 6, 2016, showcase will mark the first time the association has held one of its international events in the Bay State.
Located in West Springfield, Eastern States Exposition hosts more than 100 different events throughout the year, including "The BIG E,” its signature regional fair, which involves the six New England states. Read press release
Located in West Springfield, Eastern States Exposition hosts more than 100 different events throughout the year, including "The BIG E,” its signature regional fair, which involves the six New England states. Read press release
Tuesday, January 5, 2016
Tuesday, December 8, 2015
Press Release for the 94th FMCA International in West Springfield
The following was forwarded by Tom Ziobrowski, President of the Northeast Area.
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Hello, all. Below is a link to view a press release about FMCA’s event next year in Massachusetts that was issued today via PRWeb and also sent to RV media.
Pamela Kay
Director of Communications, Publishing
Family Motor Coaching
8291 Clough Pike
Cincinnati, OH 45244
(513) 474-3622, ext. 234
Boston RV and Camping show - 2016
The Northeast Area is a promoter of the Boston RV and Camping Show and the New England RV Dealers Association. Below is information about the 2016 show.
BOSTON RV & CAMPING SHOW
January 16-18 2016
BOSTON CONVENTION & EXHIBITION CENTER
The Boston Convention & Exhibition Center is located in the Seaport District at:
415 Summer Street
Boston, MA 02210
Phone: 617.954.2000
Fax: 617.954.2299
Thursday, October 1, 2015
Northeast Area officer change
September 16, 2015
Our Vice President, Thomas Rec has resigned his position with the Northeast Area Executive Board effective August 10, 2015. Taking his place on the board as a Temporary Vice President will be John Traphagen. His contact information is as follows:
John Traphagen – F#: 20711D
968 Hill Ave. Pine Bush NY 12566
honeylady@frontiernet.net
(h) 845‐744‐5193
If you need any further information regarding this change please contact myself, Donna Merlino, NEA Secretary or Tom Ziobrowski, NEA President/National Area VP.
Sincerely,
Donna Merlino, NEA Secretary
Our Vice President, Thomas Rec has resigned his position with the Northeast Area Executive Board effective August 10, 2015. Taking his place on the board as a Temporary Vice President will be John Traphagen. His contact information is as follows:
John Traphagen – F#: 20711D
968 Hill Ave. Pine Bush NY 12566
honeylady@frontiernet.net
(h) 845‐744‐5193
If you need any further information regarding this change please contact myself, Donna Merlino, NEA Secretary or Tom Ziobrowski, NEA President/National Area VP.
Sincerely,
Donna Merlino, NEA Secretary
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
NE RV dealers association Executive Director's note
Bob Zagami visited the NEA get together in Madison. Below is his note to Tom Ziobroski.
Great to see all of you in Madison last week. Thanks for the hospitality and assistance with information that will help us be a valued partner in Springfield next year.
Bob
Bob Zagami
Executive Director
New England RV Dealers Association
41 Deer Path
Hudson, MA 01749
617-974-3739
Monday, August 3, 2015
Madison update from Tom Ziobroski
It is overwhelming what took place in Madison over this.
Want to volunteer, we need at least 500, so Northeast Area let's show FMCA we are a strong part of FMCA & the Family.
Contact Bob Mills: fourwindsbob@gmail.com
We need each & everyone of you, and remember when the registration hits, register ASAP as the onsite has a limit to the first 1,700 +- that register, after that we will have satellite parking.
I look forward to your full cooperation & support on this as we have been working for the past 2 years to make this a reality,
Respectfully,
Tom & Connie
Your Northeast President & National VP for the Northeast Area of FMCA
Secretary summary from the Wisconsin International
There were over 1700 motor coaches at the International in Madison. 1450+ families and 250+ vendors. We reported about the International coming to the Northeast Area previously, but below is a quick summary of other news from Donna Merlino - our NEA Secretary.
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Other news to report from Madison:
The Elections went as follows:
Charles Adcock - President
Jon Walker - Sr. Vice President
Gaye Young - Secretary
Percy Bell - Treasurer
The voting count for the National Secretary position was:
278 possible votes
274 votes valid & counted
4 votes were invalid
143 - Gaye Young
131 - John Ferrari
We had 281 voting members out of a possible 402 present at the Governing Board meeting yesterday. There were 18 members present representing the Northeast Area.
There were 2 changes voted on for the By Laws; and 6 changes/amendments to the Policy and Procedures. I will give you the details on those votes when I return home next week.
Some future dates for you to consider:
Winter 2017 (February) Family Reunion - Chandler AZ was approved by the Governing Board, pending successful negotiations;
Summer 2017 Family Reunion will take place in Indianapolis IN (this was approved in Redmond OR)
We have a great opportunity to let FMCA know what a great Area we have and that we are not to be taken lightly. Please support the 2016 Summer Family Reunion in Massachusetts next August by stepping up and volunteering. If you are unable to volunteer we still need you to be there as a participant. Bob Mills, VP Northeast Area will be the Volunteer Chairman. Please contact him if you or your chapter is interested in volunteering. We need all hands on deck.
I will be sending out another email when I return home with more information regarding the 2016 Rally at the Big E and further details regarding the Governing Board Meeting here in Madison WI.
AGAIN - PLEASE SHARE THIS EMAIL WITH YOUR CHAPTER MEMBERS ASAP!!
Thank you,
Donna Merlino, Secretary NEA
o/b/o the NEA Executive Board
Thursday, July 30, 2015
2016 International in the Northeast
In case you haven't heard, the 2016 International location has passed the governing board .
Bob Mills has been asked to chair the volunteers and there will be 400-500 needed, if you want to help.
More information will be available soon.
It is planned for the Big E in West Springfield, MA, August 3-6, 2016.
Bob Mills has been asked to chair the volunteers and there will be 400-500 needed, if you want to help.
More information will be available soon.
Tuesday, July 14, 2015
NEAR 2015 highlights
NEAR 2015 is history. Below are some pictures from a glorious weekend.
Any image may be viewed full screen by clicking on it.
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| Maestros |
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| Full breakfast was supplied one morning |
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