Florida Region

Mbonadonna · September 23, 2011, 12:24:22 AM

Hi all
Now that summer is almost over and the weather is a little bit cooler it is time to resume our meetings at Chick-fil-A. The next meeting will be at the cruise-in at Chick-fil-A in Brooksville on Thurs, Sept 29th. For more info contact me at

mlb5355[delete this bit 6a663d0862f21][insert an at symbol here]hotmail[insert a dot here]com

or 352-3411019.

Mbonadonna · June 24, 2011, 01:52:39 AM

A quick reminder of our next meeting Thursday, June 30th at Chick-fil-A in Brooksville.
(5:00pm til 8:00pm) For info contact me at

mlb5355[delete this bit 6a663d0862f52][insert an at symbol here]hotmail[insert a dot here]com

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Mbonadonna · May 20, 2011, 03:05:22 AM

We realize that most of the events planned are on the West Coast. If anyone has an idea for an event on the East Coast, please let us know of it and we will be glad to organize it. You can also contact our zone 5 rep. He is in on the South East coast. His name is Dick Koch and he can be reached at:

koch1068[delete this bit 6a663d0862f6a][insert an at symbol here]bellsouth[insert a dot here]net

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CHS · May 19, 2011, 02:38:44 PM

as always too far.

notdavidspade · May 19, 2011, 12:04:06 AM

Hi all
Beginning This month we will be meeting at the Chick-fil-A in Brooksville on the last Thursday of the month. The first meeting will be Thursday, May 26th. Some members will be arriving as early as 5:00PM to get a spot for us to park. (You can get there later if you like) I hope that those of you in the area can come as it always is a good show and we would love to see you! Also it would be great to see some of those old Plymouth's. Any questions call Mike Bonadonna at 352-341-1019 or my cel 352-697-1354 or e-mail at

mlb5355[delete this bit 6a663d0862f89][insert an at symbol here]hotmail[insert a dot here]com

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http://florida-sunshine.plymouthbulletin.com/cruise.htm

notdavidspade · August 06, 2010, 11:14:07 PM

Reminder - August 8th Florida Sunshine Region Meeting - Hudson FL - IHOP 12426 US 19, Hudson, FL 2PM

bigaadams · July 30, 2010, 03:09:01 PM

I'm convinced... ;D maybe those closer to the hub now will see the reasoning and volunteer..I do not even have a generic club in/about my area...only a couple special interest folks...

notdavidspade · July 29, 2010, 11:20:06 PM

We have tried to incorporate a zone approach with zone leaders, however participation has been concentrated to the center of the state. We've had meetings in the Big bend region, Central Florida, and the Nature coast and traveled to meets in Davie, Ocala, Mt. Dora and Old Town to name a few. The last few meetings have been in Inverness or New Port Richey, at the homes of the members that volunteer. Coincidentally, this is where the bulk of the paid membership is. Participation is hard to come by and would be non-existent if we told the dozen members in the area that they all need to drive across the state to go to a meeting. Clubs do not cater to an individual, its about a group of people interested in a common theme. That said, the live blood of the club is dedicated individuals interested in keeping the club going. Keep in mind it is not mandatory to drive your Plymouth to a meeting. I drive a 41 Plymouth and I won't drive over 55 because it will not go any faster. That doesn't keep me from driving my modern car 100 miles to go to a meeting. Likewise, it hasn't stopped me from driving the 41 100 miles to go to a show. If someone else would like to volunteer to organize the next meeting, I welcome the help. That person is welcome to pick the location and Mike or myself would be happy to assist in running a meeting. We would love to have more participation from the other zones. Until then, I look forward to meeting you for pancakes in Hudson at 2pm August 8th. Cheers!
Stephen

bigaadams · July 28, 2010, 12:19:03 PM

Is there a reason for the quote without a comment...or was it omitted somehow..technically I see the man's point that the regional headquaters seems to stay "local" and not branch out to meet in the outer fringes of the so called region they claim to serve. In other words, you drive to us, we do not try to meet you half way...IF the regionial were to be a bit more flexible in this aspect there would/could be an increase in club participation. To be outside of the hubs where 250 miles to any meeting/venture is beyond reasonable to average person..fix it to where eveyone drives an equal distance..share the burden so to speak..there is a possibility of increased menbership and membership equals revenue..chances of hosting an even larger scale event...so on and so forth..

Mbonadonna · July 28, 2010, 03:15:16 AM

Quote from: CHS on February 08, 2010, 01:52:03 PM
If you want to get new members, try haveing meets or cruise nights on the Treasure Coast. I own a 55 Plymouth with a 6cyl. 3 speed. I will not drive it over 50 mph. because of the gear ratios. I have no plans to blow the motor. Since the speed limit in Florida is 70 on I 95 and the turnpike, I cannot take the car on those roads. Why create an accident for going too slow .

notdavidspade · July 26, 2010, 12:34:05 AM

Time for another meeting. This time we're having it at IHOP on US 19 in Hudson FL, Sunday, August 8th at 2PM. Hope to see you there!
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=IHOP,+us+19,+hudson,+fl&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.285401,76.025391&ie=UTF8&hq=IHOP,&hnear=U.S.+19,+Hudson,+Florida+34667&z=13&iwloc=A

CHS · February 08, 2010, 01:52:03 PM

If you want to get new members, try haveing meets or cruise nights on the Treasure Coast. I own a 55 Plymouth with a 6cyl. 3 speed. I will not drive it over 50 mph. because of the gear ratios. I have no plans to blow the motor. Since the speed limit in Florida is 70 on I 95 and the turnpike, I cannot take the car on those roads. Why create an accident for going too slow .

notdavidspade · November 04, 2009, 11:53:25 PM

Last Meeting of 2009 for Florida Region will be in New Port Richey, FL on Sunday Nov. 15 at 3PM.? Food and drinks provided.? If interested in attending, contact Florida Region President Mike Bonadonna or myself.? Looking forward to seeing you and your Plymouth.?
Thanks!
Stephen

notdavidspade · May 05, 2009, 11:24:42 PM

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=445+N+Cherry+Pop+Dr.+Inverness,+FL+34454&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=47.972233,63.632813&ie=UTF8&ll=28.885264,-82.479172&spn=0.208623,0.287704&z=12&iwloc=A
UPDATE!? NEW DATE!!!

Time for our May meeting.? We are planning a BBQ Saturday May 30 in the Inverness area.? The club is providing hamburgers, hot dogs and buns.? Bring your Plymouth and a side dish.? We look forward to meeting you, your car and your food!? Contact Florida Region President? Mike Bonadonna by May 23rd, or other questions can be posted here.? Thanks!
Steve

notdavidspade · December 12, 2008, 01:25:27 AM

Hi Folks, I've updated the www.POCflorida.com website. There is a new page for our newsletter and I've added calendar entries through March 09. Please take a look if you haven't viewed it in a while. Thanks!!
Stephen in FL

notdavidspade · November 17, 2008, 10:31:04 PM

Hi all, I'm starting this tread to post all Florida Region related activities, events, meets and meetings. This and the Florida region website will be the official place to post our events on the web. By keeping the title generic we can post upcoming events here and to see a history of things we've done will be as easy as reading through the post.

With that out of the way, I'd like to announce that we will be having a year end meeting this Saturday at 2pm, November 22. The meeting will be held in the New Port Richey/Hudson area (just north of Tampa on the gulf coast) at a location to be determined based on turnout. We know this is really short notice, but time has snuck up on us and we really want to have a meeting before Thanksgiving and the Christmas holidays. On the table for discussion is where to go for our meet/event for January, board members, and other club activities. It will be the perfect time for everyone to purchase a club t-shirt and have your voice heard. Hope to see you all this weekend. Thanks!

Stephen in New Port Richey, FL