January 30, 2011 Ice Driving Recap & Results

We had another great turnout for the January 30th event.  It was a cold, overcast morning on the lake but the clouds eventually gave way to sun making it a beautiful afternoon.  Everyone had a great time and we look forward to the next two ice events.  Thank you again to everyone who came out – volunteers, drivers and tow vehicle operators!  The next event is scheduled for Sunday, February 13.  

Here are the timing results:

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January 16, 2011 Ice Driving Recap & Results

We had a great turnout on a very cold day for the first Ice Driving Event of the season.  Around 30 drivers participated in the fun.   The conditions were good and the tow truck was relatively inactive most of the day. 

Thanks to everyone who participated or volunteered!  Weather permitting, we have three more ice events to look forward to this season.

Here are the timing results:

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Annual Toys for Tots Social Recap

We had a great turnout from GLQC and MALT for our annual Toys for Tots Fundraiser and Social at the Edina Grill on December 9th.  Everyone enjoyed the good appetizers, beverages and the great company of fellow members. 

Thanks to the contributions of our generous members and the sponsorship of Walmart, we were able to purchase and donate 100 bicycles for the less fortunate children in our community.  This is over and above last year’s donation!  Thank you to everyone who donated.

2010 Annual Open Board Meeting Recap

The Glacier Lakes chapter’s Annual Open Board Meeting was held at Carousel Audi on Tuesday, November 16 at 6:30pm.  All active members were invited to attend for our annual club review and the opportunity to ask questions and present ideas.   

GLQC has one seat on the Board of Directors up for election.  Nominations were taken at the meeting.  Watch for nominee bios and an election ballot to be mailed out in late-December / early-January.     

The GLQC chapter Bylaws were updated and were approved by the ACNA Executive Director and ACNA’s National Board of Directors on October 23.  The Bylaws were ratified by the membership with one proposed modification during the annual meeting.  The approved Bylaws are available for review by clicking on the following link: Bylaws of the GLQC_ November2010_Final

Autumn Scenic Drive Recap

Around 35 people in a total of 16 Audis and VW’s turned out October 9 for a drive down to Wabasha, via some fun, twisty roads.  A stop along the way at the Buena Vista Overlook near Alma, WI, offered us a chance to visit and take in the beautiful scenery along the river banks.  We arrived in Wabasha for lunch and a visit to the National Eagle Center for a special program with a live eagle.  The weather was sunny and unusually warm for October — we could not have asked for a nicer day for the drive! 

Thank you to GLQC volunteers and to all of the participants for coming out for this fun event.

September 25 Teen Driving Clinic Recap

A cold and rainy start to the day did not discourage the teens from having a great time.  Once again, there were smiles on the faces of all our young participants as they made their way through the exercises with their personal instructor.  The students all progressed nicely through the day and took away the driving skills and confidence to make them better, safer drivers. 

Thank you to our sponsors, Carousel and Maplewood Audi, and many thanks to our instructors / volunteers who gave their time to make this a great season of Teen Driving Clinics.  We look forward to doing it again next year.

Brainerd International Raceway Sept 10-12 Recap

We had a good turnout from the Audi club at BIR for the last fling DT / DE weekend.  Those who drove on Friday got to drive the short track, with the rest of the weekend run on the long track.  Despite some mechanical and hardware issues, everyone had a great time.  Thank you to everyone who came up to join in the fun.  We are already looking forward to next season!

August 21 Teen Driving Clinic Recap

We had a full house on the 21st for our Teen Driving Clinic held at Dakota County Technical College.  The weather cooperated for the day and the kids all seemed to have a great time.  The feedback from the parents and teens was very positive.  Thank you to all of the instructors and other volunteers who give their time to make these happen.

August 14 Annual Pig Roast Recap

More than 100 people turned out over the morning and afternoon for our annual pig roast and picnic.  Everyone enjoyed the good food, good company and the activities.    

Some spectacular cars were on display, including the R8 Spyder.  Audi owners had a chance to show off their cars in the Show and Shine sponsored by LaMettry’s Collision.  The top vote getter was a 1987 Audi Coupe. 

Thank you to Carousel Audi, Brandon Mehdizadeh and LaMettry’s Collision, Kent Anderson, Marianne Goren, the entire GLQC board and all of the other volunteers who helped put this event together.    

Please check back for event photos.

June 27, 2010 Teen Driving Clinc Recap

We had 15 students join us on Sunday, June 27 for a day of classroom and behind the wheel exercises with their personal instructor.  Once again we had terrific feedback from the parents and the students.  Thank you to all of the volunteers and instructors who give their time to make these schools happen.  Thank you to the parents and kids as well for your support.  Our final teen driving clinic of the 2010 season will be held on Saturday, August 21.  Only a few spots are left.  Spread the word!

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