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VBAC  Monthly Meeting Minutes

Nov. 4, 2025

Location: Bella Pasta Trattoria Italiana Restaurant, 6745 N. Palm, Fresno, CA

​Attendance: 21

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Pres Jon introduced owner Fabian Rodriquez (Fabian has a ’58 Morris Minor)

Treasurer’s Report: Jay reported the club has $11,056.82, 72 members, 6 delinquents. We have 9 entrees to the 2026 Roundup, 5 via MSR, 4 via mail. Jay introduced new members Tom & Gail Kozera (TR-6). Welcome, Tom & Gail!

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Secretary’s report: Larry stated that any club member is encouraged to provide any writeups, correspondence, photos of any gathering for publication on our website. E-mail to ljzmga61@aol.com. Larry will review and forward to Marty, our webmaster, who will place on our website for viewing. Please check out the website and the prior articles.

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An upcoming event that may be of interest is GoF(Gathering of the Faithful)-West. This multiday event is put on by western MG clubs, but all British marques are welcome. The 2026 event will be in Flagstaff, AZ, May 11-15. At present, Martin, Jay, & Larry are checking schedules and making plans. Bay area friends of the VBAC; Scott & Cathy, Joe & Sue, and Mike Jacobsen are planning to join our “caravan.” For further info, check out the website GoF-West.

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Martin reported on the following past activities:

A headlamp aiming session was held at Bernie & Vickie’s residence in Mariposa. Check out the highlights on the website. Martin reported that the group experienced some precipitation on the return trip.

At the Clovis Senior Car Show, the VBAC was represented by Dan, Martin, Jon F., & Jay. Dan took home Best Foreign Auto award for his XKE. Congrats, Dan!

Toys For Tots: Jon F., Steve, Martin, Bill Ver. attended with Larry Smith and his LBC.

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Upcoming Activities:

Pres Jon has organized the Winery Tour for this coming Sunday, Nov. 9. Please inform Jon if you plan on going. Jon needs a head count for the various wineries to assure room for all. Meet at the Starbucks at the intersection of Ft. Washington & Friant at 11:00 a.m. This event will be heading to the east side, ending at the Red Caboose for lunch.

Please make plans to attend the annual Christmas/Dec. Dinner meeting. Check out the e-mail info from Pres Jon. Each person will pay $20.00 per person and the VBAC will provide the balance of each person's bill (excluding alcoholic beverages). There will also be the annual gift giving that is always guaranteed frivolity. Limit your gift giving expense to $20.00. Inform Jon if you are planning on attending.

Plans continue for the 2026 British Car Roundup. Jon will provide updates by e-mail.

Since Peter Patriguin’s passing, there has been an opening for a Member at Large position on the VBAC Steering Committee. If anyone would be interested, please submit an E-mail to Pres Jon expressing interest.

Next meeting: Annual Christmas/Dec. Dinner meeting, Dec. 2, 2025 @ Old Spaghetti Factory, Fresno, CA.

Meeting adjourned ~8:00 p.m.

 

L. Zerwig/Secretary

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October 7, 2025

Location: Eureka! Burger, Clovis, CA

Attendees: 16

Meeting began at approximately 1830 hours.

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President Jon B. initiated the meeting; introduced Jay Newsome, Treasurer Jay N.

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  • VBAC has $10,512.54 current bank balance

  • VBAC has 10 members “delinquent” on their dues

  • Motorsport.Reg for the 2026 Roundup is open – four registrants so far!

  • Dan Dunham and Jon Frame received awards at the recent “Fallen Heroes” car show – Dan 1st, Jon 2nd in class Jon B.

  • Registration for 2026 Roundup now open

  • T-shirt order in progress

  • Club will be purchasing new EZ-Ups for the show

  • Several members are working on the “club history” project – so far, really good work has been done!

  • Dawn Frame has been refining the VBAC Facebook page, and it looks great!

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Past events

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  • Mention of the recent “Fallen Heroes” show (see Jay’s comments)

  • Jay gave a synopsis of the Ironstone Winery show and trip (Jay, Martin, Bernie R. Rich F. and Warren P. were on the trip, but only Jay and Warren entered the show)

  • Dan D. said that he and Bill Verbano went to the Central Coast car show in Oxnard, used Highway 33 this time.

  • Martin gave a brief overview of the 10 members who attended the recent Scottish Games at Kearney park – VBAC did a small display

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Upcoming Events

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  • Bernie R. will do a tech session (headlight aiming) on October 25 at his shop (email Martin if interested)

  • Mobile Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial will be on display October 9-12 at McDonald Park, Temperance and Sierra

  • The Clovis Senior Center show will be held on October 11 – meet at 0700 at Tollhouse market so that VBAC can be grouped together

  • Fresno Fair show - October 11

  • End of Summer Fly-in and Car show – October 11

  • Toys for Tots show – November 1 – entrance “fee” is a toy for the cause - we will meet at Piazza Del Pane at Cedar and Nees – more details to follow

  • Fresno County Wine Journey – November 8/9 – more details to follow

 

 

Next dinner meeting will be November 4, Bella Pasta, 6745 N. Palm, Fresno

  • December 2nd will be the VBAC Christmas party, at the Old Spaghetti Factory, Fresno. A gift exchange will be available for those wishing to participate

 

1945 hours: Meeting Adjourned

September 2, 2025

Location: Ovidio’s Italian Restaurant, Fresno, CA

Attendees: 20

Meeting began at approximately 1830 hours.

President Jon B. initiated the meeting; introduced Jay Newsome, Treasurer Jay N.

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  • VBAC has $10,606.75 currently in the bank

  • Club insurance paid for the year ($351.00)

  • VBAC has received 53 member renewals to date, of 81 registered members last year

  • Motorsport.Reg for the 2026 Roundup will open on October 1

  • Need to refine T-shirt design for show – Jay has done some work, but needs further detailing Jon B.

  • Please send Jon a picture of your car with a brief description and biography. This is so that Marty can add it to the club website, a sort of “who’s who” for the club

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Past events

  • A few VBAC member participated in the “Hanging of the Flags” at the 9/11 memorial site in Clovis

  • VBAC Instagram account is in communication with the 9/11 Memorial group as well as Central Valley Veterans

  • Dr. Bill Wilson said that he and a few other VBAC members attended Monterey Car Week, and participated in a few of the numerous events

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Upcoming Events

  • September 20 – The Scottish Highland Games to be held at Kearney Park, West Fresno. VBAC will be having a small car show at the event. Let Jon know ASAP if you want to attend

  • September 21 – British Car Show, Oxnard. Dan will be leading a contingent to this show, contact Dan if you are interested

  • October 4 - Fallen Heroes Car Show at Granite Park, Fresno

    • Jay – September 26 - a few VBAC members convoying to Ironstone Show in Murphys, CA

    • Martin – October 11 – There will be a free, all-makes car show at the Clovis Snr. Center. A flyer was distributed

    • Martin – November 1 - Toys for Tots show at River Park. Flyer distributed. Martin will arrange a rendezvous point so that VBAC members can convoy to the show

    • Steve – Will be racing at Buttonwillow September 12 -13

    • Fred - Planning a run to Big Creek for September 13. Meet at the bottom of the “four-lane” at 0830.

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  • Jon – Planning is underway for the VBAC Roundup, March 2026

    • Sugar Pine Railroad has an upcoming concert series - might be a good event for VBAC

    • Next dinner meeting will be October 7 at Eureka Burger in Clovis

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1945 hours: Meeting Adjourned

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L. Zerwig/Secretary

Aug. 5, 2025


Red Caboose Restaurant, 5954 N. Academy, Sanger, CA


Attendance: 20


Treasurer’s Report: Jay reported a bank balance of $10,539.21. 42 people have renewed membership. We have a total of 81 members.


In Pres. Jon’s absence, VP Martin filled in and shared a card from Bruce Vlad and Faith Lamprey, the editors of British Marque Car Club News. They recently retired and ended publication after 35 years. Bruce & Faith recognized the VBAC as a Brit Marq Participant Club and wished all club members future success and best wishes.


A great time was had by the VBAC & Miata Club on the run to Ducy’s at Bass Lake. Check out the writeup and photos on the website. Thanks, Martin, for organizing this fun run!


Present & Upcoming Events:
-Monterey Car Week, 8/8-17, Monterey; 8/11 is the All-British Show, 8/11 Little Car Show, Pacific Grove
-So. Cal. MG Club Boots & Bonnets, 9/14, Autry Museum, Griffith Park, L.A.
-Scottish Games, 9/20, Kearney Park, Fresno. Inform Jon by 9/10 if attending (for club parking)
-CCBCC Show, 9/21, Oxnard. Dan is organizing a caravan. Contact him for further info.
-Ironstone Concourse d’Elegance, 9/26-27, Murphys. Jay organizing a caravan to this one.
-Reno British Motor Show, 9/27, Reno, NV
-Fallen Heroes Car Show, 10/4, Granite Park, Fresno
-All British Motor Show, 10/19, Blackhawk Museum, Danville


Also, Steve & Dr. Bill are planning on running their Minis at Buttonwillow on 9/13. Consider a trip to the Bakersfield area to show your support.


Meeting adjourned 8:00 p.m.
Next meeting on Sept. 2


L. Zerwig/Secretary

July 1, 2025

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Diciccio’s Restaurant, 1530 E. Nees, Fresno, CA

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Attendance: 22

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Treasurer’s Report: Jay reported a bank balance of $9762.79. The club has a present membership of 79. Membership renewal is due in July. If using a check, please make the yearly dues renewal of $35.00 out to Valley British Auto Club; the bank has trouble recognizing VBAC. Roger Newton’s wife reported to Jay that Roger passed away in 2023. Club insurance to Hagerty is due in August for $351.00.

Pres. Jon recognized new member Paul Lebby.

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Past Events:

Vineyards/Armenian Home Car Show: Dan reviewed the day’s activities. Pics & write up in Club Activities on website.

Tollhouse Market Drive: Martin & Gwen had an enjoyable drive for brunch @ Tollhouse Market

Clovis City College (BMW sponsored) Show: Dan reported a nice little show with knowledgeable auto enthusiasts. Dan won a ceramic coating raffle prize. Check out his E-type next opportunity

 

Upcoming Events:

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Monterey Car Week, 8/8-17. 8/11 is the All-British Show, 8/13 is Little Car Show

Scottish Games, 9/20. Inform Jon by 9/10 if going (for club parking)

CCBCC Car Show, 9/21, Oxnard. Dan is organizing a caravan. Contact him for further info

Ironstone Concours d’Elegance, 9/26-27, Murphys

Reno British Motor Show, 9/27, Reno

Fallen Heroes Car Show, 10/4, Granite Park

 

Steering Committee Update:

Pres. Jon reported on 2026 Roundup plans.

  1. Flier created

  2. Awards categories updated:

Best Vintage (<1960)

Best Classic (1961-1985)

Best Modern (1986-2005)

Best Ultra-Modern (2006-present)

Best Sports Car (Peter Patriquin Memorial Award)

Most Distinctive

Participant’s Choice

President’s Choice

  1. New T-shirt design in preliminary stage. Nick is consulting w/ graphic artist.

  2. Roundup fee structure modified:

$30.00 entry fee for VBAC members

$35.00 for non-members

$20.00 for extra auto

$20.00 for motorcycle

$40.00 for day of entry (if space is available)

 

Meeting adjourned ~ 8:15 p.m.

 

Next meeting on August 5, Red Caboose Restaurant, Shaw & Academy, Sanger.

 

L. Zerwig/Secretary

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