CRANKIN A’S MODELA RESTORERS CLUB, INC.
MEETING MINUTES - SEPTEMBER 26, 2026
The September Meeting of the Crankin A’s Model A Restorers Club, Inc., was opened by President, Bruce Hawley, at 10:04 AM on September 26, 2026. At the Pioneer Art Settlement, 176 Lightfoot Lane, Barberville, FL., 32105. There were 17 members present.
It was requested that the minutes of the last meeting be accepted as reported on our Web Site; crankinasfl.com.
In the absence of our Treasurer, Ed Hart, Kim Ziffra read his report, and it will be available upon request. We have approximately 80 current members.
Sunshine Report: Karen Widajewski reported sending Get Well cards to Lois Kennerknecht & John Shepler and letting Don Widajewski read his.
Question of the Day by Cleo Banfi: Bruce read her findings: on June 4, 1896, an inventor had welded two bicycles together but had to bust the brick walls out of his workshop to present them. This was going on before the Model T. - Also, the manufacturer of the most tires? LEGO!Project Cars Report: Don reported that a metal piece had been placed across the top of garage car and Fred Clark had reported that with Bob Cox’s help the Model T was almost done.
Web Site Report: Kevin Duffy has attended the Model A Days in Michigan and produced videos. Will be filling in the events page on our site.
Pioneer Settlement Report: A lot of changes happening with health challenges and needing new Board Members. More permits required for bathroom project – should be resolved soon.
OLD BUSINESS: Karen Widajewski won the Chili Cook-off at the Fire & Ice Event adding $680 to our Club Treasury! Congratulations, Karen!!
Thursday Dec. 3, 2026, at the Athens Theater, DeLand – “A Christmas Story” from 7:30 – 10:00 PM - Tickets go on sale today $50 each with 22 seats available in the two catered boxes at side of Main Stage.
November 6,7 & 8, 2026 – Sheet passed around for volunteers to sign up to help - Friday help needed to set up for Noon welcoming reception. Saturday volunteer needed to man gate and park cars plus staffing Show Table. Sunday, need a few cars to have in show lot.
Christmas Dinner Party- December 11, 2026 – Marina reported tickets go on sale today – also available on Tuesdays at the Garage: Doors open at 5 PM; Dinner at 6PM; entertainment 7 PM – 10 PM. Dinners: Chicken & Salmon $45.00 and Prime Rib $50.00. The cost includes gratuity, taxes, dessert, center pieces, etc. – Please bring a gift for exchange. Make checks out to “Crankin A’s of Daytona”
NEW & CONTINUING BUSINESS: Discussed having our own SWAP MEET – only a few/no Model A ONLY Swap Meets in North or Central Florida. Advanced advertising and planning would be needed.
Thursday, Oct. 8, 2026 – Monthly Club Dinner TBA – 5 PM
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026 – Cruisin’ the Hill Car Show 9 AM – 1 PM Holly Hill City Hall, 1065 Ridgewood – Arrive by 8:30 to help park cars getting to park our cars across front – followed by lunch
Saturday, Oct. 24, 2026 – 9 AM Pork Pull at the Settlement– come help
Veterans Day Parade in Bunnell on Wednesday, November 11, 2026.
Veterans Day Parade in DeLand on Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026.
Gaslight Parade, Ormond Beach, Friday Nov. 27, 2026, at 7 PM
Ormond Beach Vintage Car Show, Saturday, Nov. 28, 2026, 8 AM– 3PM
Athens Theater, DeLand –Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026, “A Christmas Story” Show 7 PM See Kevin for tickets
Friday, Dec. 11, 2026, Crankin A’s Christmas Dinner/Party, Palmetto Club, Daytona Beach 5PM
UPCOMING EVENTS – PLEASE NOTE THAT U PCOMING EVENT DETAILS ARE/WILL BE AVAILABLE ON THE WEB SITE IN THE CALENDAR AND BY CLICKING ON
Tuesday, Oct. 6. 2026, Ladies Day – 12:30 PM TBA
October Monthly Meeting Crankin A’s – Oct. 31, 2026 - Halloween
Nov. 6-8, 2026, 9AM to 4PM Annual Model A Day & Car Show in conjunction with PAS Fall Country Jamboree & 50th Anniversary
Thursday, Dec. 3, 2026, “A Christmas Story” Athens Theater, - DeLand - 7 PM
Friday, Dec. 11, 2026, Crankin A’s Christmas Dinner/Party 5 PM
Saturday, Dec. 12, 2026, Deltona Night Christmas Parade- Sounds of the Season Holiday Parade - Deltona Lakes Elementary School
IMPORTANT INFORMATION IS COMMUNICATED TO THE MEMBERSIP VIA EMAIL PLEASE CHECK AND OPEN YOUR CVLUB EMAILT TO STAY INFORMED!
Lunch; Brian’s Bar B -Q, 795 N Spring Garden Ave., DeLand
Meeting Adjourned at 11:00 – 50/50 won by Marina Coidakis who will pick
Oct. 15 Monthly Dinner Restaurant
Respectfully Submitted: Elaine B. Lowe, Secretary