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Greetings....
Changes are nothing new to all of us. As we just changed
our clocks the first of April because of daylights savings; so why not
go one more change and that would be regarding a new editor for “The
Brass Ring.” After serving two years as editor it is time to step
off the merry-go-round platform. Dennis Towndrow has graciously
accepted the duties of editor.
Dennis, on behalf of all the Colorado Carousel Members, we wish you
much success as you make your plans and establish lots of wonderful
ideas for the printing and reading of “The Brass Ring.”
Donna Bowlin
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First let me say, from all the
Colorado Carousel Members, THANK YOU so much Donna, for being such a
great editor over the last couple years. I know how challenging
it can be to create a News Letter of this caliber. You and Brad
have done a fantastic job, and I can only hope I will maintain the same
quality you both established.
With that said, let me apologize for
the lateness of this edition. It has taken a while for this
conversion to occur. However, there are great plans for the next
edition and hopefully it will be out closer to on time. Speaking
of the next issue, for all of you that submitted an article not
published here, you can be assured it will appear in the “summer” news
letter. As web developer for the CCS site, I would also like to
remind readers this publication and up to date information is also
available on-line at: chasingmerrygorounds.com/CCS.html
Dennis Towndrow
2006
COLORADO CAROUSEL SOCIETY ANNUAL BUSINESS MEETING
The Society met on January 21, 2006, at 11:30 AM at the
Marquardt Barn in Erie, CO. Donna Bowlin, of the Steering
Committee called the meeting to order at 11:55 AM. The
Secretary’s Report from 2005 was read and approved. The
Treasurer’s report was presented by Al Noren and was approved.
Please see this report for details.
Reports from the liaisons to the antique carousels are as follows:
Kit Carson County – Jo Downey. Basically there is no
change to the carousel itself but there was some roof damage from a
hail store. The museum is mostly finished with a $340,000
historical society grant. A new cherry floor was added and an E.
J. Morris donkey also been added. This will be a part of an
exhibit. There will be a grant opening sometime this summer.
Eliches/Six Flags – Betty Hull. Fifteen pieces have been
refurbished, the floor resurfaced, new lights added and slides
refurbished. The historical Eliches Theater has a goal of 7.5
million to restore and rebuild with a museum. The foundation has
raised 3 million so far.
Lakeside – Linda Petrukitas. Condition remains the
same.
Cheyenne Mountain – Will Morton has a couple of animals to be
restored. Maintenance in the new location has been an issue.
North Pole – Jean Martell. A new tent has been purchased and
touch up painting will be done before the season opener in
mid-May. Seniors or now free.
Pueblo - George Williams. A report will be published
(see page 3 of this News Letter).
Nederland– Scott has been talking to someone about a location for his
carousel and he hopes to have it up and running soon. He has
applied for a non-profit status.
Denver Zoo - Billie Noren. Anna Bowie reports a wonderful year
with 275,000 riders and $237,000 in revenue. Touch up only is
needed and it continues to be open every day and is very popular.
Old Business: A gathering of the owners of the carousels which
was discussed last year is still a possibility. The club will
invite them to the technical conference in May, Also, we will try
to direct our invitation to the appropriate individual with a “Reserve
the Date” card followed up with a meeting agenda, phone call, etc.
Notes: Billie Noren led a thank you and presented a
gift to Donna and Brad for their work on the newsletter.
Please feel free to volunteer for the Steering
Committee
Thanks again to Jan and Dennis for arranging the
wonder trip to Chicago and Wisconsin.
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is providing free entry
day to CCS members on May 20.
The NCA Technical Conference will be held on May 5
and 6
Dues may have to be raised to cover the newsletter
cost ($1,280 for 4 issues)
A silent auction was held and a carving program presented by Will
Morton.
Thanks to everyone for the wonderful soup and sandwich lunch.
Respectfully submitted, Audrey Marquardt
Colorado Carousel Society Financial Reeport 2005
See page 7
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Colorado Carousel Society
Financial Report -- 2005
Starting Balance 01-01-05 $1862.84
Income 2005
$14,252.07
$16,114.91 - TOTAL
Expenses 2005 $14,864.66*
Ending Balance $1,250.25
* reflects a $1000 donation to the Kit Carson Carousel Association
Respectfully submitted, Al Noren
Please
Take Note Of These Special Items:
NCA 2006 TECHNICAL CONFERENCE
Leavenworth, KS
MAY 5, 6, & 7, 2006
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION AND TO SEE IF SPACE IS STILL AVAILABLE CONTACT:
www.firstcitymuseums.org
Jerry or Marilyn Reinhardt
(913)-897-2521, or J-M-Reinhardt@SBCGlobal.net
Also note: Our society sent a letter February 3rd to Colorado Carousel
Operators notifying them of the conference.
On May 20th we will hold our “spring fling”
at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.
Keep a L@@K OUT for a special bulletin
detailing the event.
Historic Downtown Montrose
is in pursuit of a carousel for Montrose and will be hosting their
annual Historic Montrose meeting May 20. They will use this event
to further promote the carousel project. Their Visitor Convention
Bureau has presented Historic Montrose with $3000 to carve the first
horse. Tim Hinz, a carver from lakewood, has been commissioned to
carve this horse and he will be present to unveil it at the May event.
To add an additional dimension to their annual
meeting, they are having a “Piece of History” auction. People of
the Montrose community are requested to donate a :piece of
history.: The funds generated from the auction will be used to
continue the operation of Historic Montrose and the carousel project.
It would be very exciting if we could provide
Montrose with some items that would be advertised as donated by The
Colorado Carousel Society. Gina Quackenbush has volunteered to
pick up your item(s) and deliver them to Montrose. Gina can
be reached at: (720) 887-1799
For more info on the event call (970) 240-1760 or email
plslwf@montrose.net .
CCS member, Marcia Thibeault has finished
her first short story book, I Make Horse Calls. And you can be
one of the first to grab your copy (hot off the press). For only
$15 + 4.50 for shipping, you will be getting a great book, while
helping Colorado State University students, as Marcia is donating a
portion of the proceeds to CSU. Marcia would like to thank
society members for encouraging her to complete her publication by
offering them this “special” price. Send your check to Marcia
Thibeault, PO Box 1702, Georgetown, KY, 40324.
PLEASE VISIT
chasingmerrygorounds.com/CCS.html
FOR CCS UPDATED INFORMATION and THIS NEWS LETTER ON-LINE!
