| REGISTERED GOVERNING BOARD MEMBER AREA REPORT | 6/24/2016 | |||
| Chapter | National Director | ALTERNATE NATIONAL DIRECTOR | Temporary Delegate | |
| Northeast Area (NEA) | ||||
| 1 | ALLO QUEBEC | ROLAND GIROUX | JEAN POIRIER | |
| 2 | BUSSIN' BUDDIES | RICHARD A BIANCO | ||
| 3 | CAPE CODDERS | SUSAN THOMPSON | ||
| 4 | CONSTITUTION CRUISERS | |||
| 5 | COUNTRY COACH NOR'EASTERS | NICHOLAS THEISZ | ||
| 6 | EMPIRE STATE | DUANE R LINDSEY | ||
| 7 | FINGERLAKERS | JOHN PANGBURN | RICHARD J ANTEN | |
| 8 | FRUS. MAES.-NE YANKEE DOODLE DANDIES | IRA MILLER | BOB HECK | |
| 9 | GM BUS OWNERS OF NEW ENGLAND | LINDA WILLETTE | ||
| 10 | GMC HERITAGE CRUISERS | |||
| 11 | GMC NOR'EASTERS | |||
| 12 | GRANITE STATERS | DICK WHITE | STEVE FORD | |
| 13 | GREEN MOUNTAIN | GERALD GAGE | STUART FENTON (CANCELLED) | |
| 14 | HUDSON ISLANDERS | JOHN CALVO | ||
| 15 | HUDSON VALLEY ALLEGROS (ASSOCIATE) | |||
| 16 | JERSEY GEMS | RONALD HOPE | ||
| 17 | KNOT FORE BUSSES ONLY | |||
| 18 | LONG ISLANDERS | NINA CALVO | ||
| 19 | MAINE WHEELS | |||
| 20 | MASSACHUSETTS MINUTEMEN | DAVID BUKER | LEO P OUELLETTE | |
| 21 | METROPOLITAN | BILL COLBERT | ||
| 22 | MOHAWK ROAMERS | RICHARD SCRANTON | BEN NELLIS | |
| 23 | NATIONAL RV CLUB, NORTHEAST (INACTIVE) | |||
| 24 | NEW YORK CENTRALS | BART BARTON | STEPHEN K ESSLER | |
| 25 | NIAGARA FRONTIER TRAVELERS | JAN H VAN HARSSEL | KENNETH EGGLESTON | |
| 26 | NORTH EAST PACERS | BOB HALLAL | HARVEY NOEL | |
| 27 | NORTHEAST EXPLORERS | CHARLES SMITH | ||
| 28 | NORTHEASTERN | MALCOLM E SMITH | ||
| 29 | PAUMANACK | JAMES VALENTINE | FRANK CALANDRA | |
| 30 | PEN-NY MIXERS | WALTER LINDEN | THOMAS R ROULE | |
| 31 | PERFECT CIRCLE | MALCOLM FISHER | ||
| 32 | SCONE | SAMUEL CHURCHILL | ||
| 33 | SCOTIAN ROAMERS | LARRY MAC INNIS | ||
| 34 | SUSQUENANGO | DONNA MERLINO | ELIZABETH R OSTERHOUT | |
| 35 | THOUSAND ISLAND VOYAGEURS | D CHRISTINA CHARNEY | ||
| 36 | WILLIE & CO. FAN CLUB | PATRICIA KOHL SENNETT | ||
| 37 | YANKEE TRAVELERS | BARBARA M SMITH |
Thursday, June 30, 2016
Governing Board Officers - 2016-from FMCA
Tuesday, June 28, 2016
Bring Your Family for the Joy of Giving Thanks and Praise
While our NE Rally will provide us with immense fun, great times with old and new friends, as well as sharing our love of RVing - we can also make some time to give thanks and praise to God who has blessed us beyond our imaginations.
During your time at the Big E, won’t you join us for two inspiring Devotional gatherings and our interdenominational Worship Celebration - led by our new FMCA National Chaplain, Rev. Jim W. Hollis. Jim and his wife, Jan, are native Georgians, and he is in his 41st year of ministry. Time and place for these events are:
We are hoping to launch a new FMCA Chapter of Coaches for Christ during this Rally together. Everyone is welcome. We look forward to seeing you, your family and others in your Group for these encouraging experiences!
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Meet Our New FMCA National Chaplain, Rev. Jim W. Hollis
Jim and his wife Jan will be with us here in the NE Area to lead us in two Devotional Gatherings and one interdenominational Worship Celebration during our Rally at the Big E.
Jim has served for 41 years as an ordained United Methodist Pastor and Evangelist. In 1993 he launched Proactive Ministries, a non-denominational ministry of teaching and training, which has provided training & coaching with pastors and leaders of more than 1000 churches across 41 states. Jim is an avid cyclist, author, private pilot and loves fishing.
Jan is a retired Educator who served 31 years as an Elementary teacher and Administrator. Jan loves music, traveling across North America and beyond, and showing Southern hospitality with old and new friends.
They have two married sons and three grandchildren - 11, 8 and 6 years old. Their greatest joys are their walk with Christ, their family and sharing with friends in ministry and travel with various FMCA Chapters.
During your time at the Big E, won’t you join us for two inspiring Devotional gatherings and our interdenominational Worship Celebration - led by our new FMCA National Chaplain, Rev. Jim W. Hollis. Jim and his wife, Jan, are native Georgians, and he is in his 41st year of ministry. Time and place for these events are:
- Thursday and Friday Devotional Gatherings - 5:00 p.m. - Seminar Room #10
- Saturday Celebration of Worship (interdenominational) - 8:00 a.m. - Seminar Room #8
We are hoping to launch a new FMCA Chapter of Coaches for Christ during this Rally together. Everyone is welcome. We look forward to seeing you, your family and others in your Group for these encouraging experiences!
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Meet Our New FMCA National Chaplain, Rev. Jim W. Hollis
Jim and his wife Jan will be with us here in the NE Area to lead us in two Devotional Gatherings and one interdenominational Worship Celebration during our Rally at the Big E.
Jim has served for 41 years as an ordained United Methodist Pastor and Evangelist. In 1993 he launched Proactive Ministries, a non-denominational ministry of teaching and training, which has provided training & coaching with pastors and leaders of more than 1000 churches across 41 states. Jim is an avid cyclist, author, private pilot and loves fishing.
Jan is a retired Educator who served 31 years as an Elementary teacher and Administrator. Jan loves music, traveling across North America and beyond, and showing Southern hospitality with old and new friends.
They have two married sons and three grandchildren - 11, 8 and 6 years old. Their greatest joys are their walk with Christ, their family and sharing with friends in ministry and travel with various FMCA Chapters.
Northeast Area Meeting at the BIG E
The Northeast Area Meeting & Election of Officer's will be held in West Springfield at the 94th FMCA Convention. It will take place at the NORTHEAST AREA GATHERING which is SATURDAY in the Mallory building @ 3:00pm in Seminar 2.
Respectfully,
Thomas M. Ziobrowski
President, Northeast Area of FMCA
Respectfully,
Thomas M. Ziobrowski
President, Northeast Area of FMCA
Tuesday, May 31, 2016
Northeast Area Officer Candidates Help
The Northeast Area of FMCA will hold elections during the FMCA 94th International at the Big E in West Springfield, MA in August.
We have 3 members on our Nominating Committee. Now, we need candidates
We have 3 members on our Nominating Committee. Now, we need candidates
Please help. Your value is you know folks.
If you are interested in running for office or know someone who might be interested, please contact or any of the following:
- Harley Soulia from Vermont (email: hsoulia@aol.com )
- Tom Roule from western New York (email: troule@aol.com )
- Bob Mills, Ontario (email: fourwindsbob@gmail.com )
- Tom Ziobrowski, President, Northeast Area Presidentemail: tziobrowski@fmca.com
If you have attended area meetings in the past, you know - we manage to make this process difficult at times. Your willingness to help, would be make it easier.
Thanks for helping.
Tom Roule
President, Fingerlakers
Chairman, Nominating Committee
Chairman, Nominating Committee
email: troule@aol.com
Sunday, May 29, 2016
FMCA President Charlie Adcock's invitation
Gloria and I have visited with many of you during the past three years at multiple chapter rallies and at two Northeast Area Rallies. We have supported the revitalization of your FMCA area, and we are looking forward to seeing you again during the upcoming convention at West Springfield, Massachusetts, August 3, 4, 5, and 6, 2016. We have worked hard to bring this convention to the Northeast, and we now need your support by registering for this great event. FMCA’s 94th Family Reunion & Motorhome Showcase will feature three nights of fantastic entertainment; new motorhome displays highlighting the latest in design and technology; supplier exhibits offering everything you need to outfit your coach; more than 100 educational seminars to help you enjoy the motorhome lifestyle; multiple games and contests with fantastic prizes worth $thousands$; and countless opportunities for you to have FUN!
Please register now as the discounted Early Bird rate will end on June 3. This is your opportunity to save $30! And your opportunity to support your association while having a great time!Remember, “It’s all about having fun!”
Save your spot for West Springfield
Friday, April 8, 2016
Northeast Area Rally, 2017
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.
It's early, so, there are many details to come.
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
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