December 16, 2025, This ride was hosted by Roger and Kathy Johnson

This ride was hosted by Roger and Kathy Johnson. A few surprises as we gathered to meet for the ugly Christmas Sweater ride; Tom showed up with his dancing musical hat that left us all laughing, and 8 sparkling Corvette “sleighs” rolled out under beautiful sunny skies and 40-degree temps!  A wonderful way to start the day!  Wish you all could be along with us – a day of fun, friends, curves and camaraderie!!

We are proud to welcome Claudia Manring as the new PCC club President. We’re thrilled to have you on the executive board starting in January 2026. Your vision and energy are already inspiring, and we can’t wait to support you as we build on our clubs’ successes and explore new projects together. Let’s make this a fantastic year!

The Plateau Corvette Club wants to thank Cindy Bellis for her incredible four years of service as the PCC club president. We are sincerely grateful for your leadership, the positive impacts she made fostering community involvement, charitable donations, and inspiring new members. We wish you well in the future as a highly valued member of our Corvette club.

What a wonderful holiday evening celebration we had this week, shared with 61 fabulous club members. Kelly Rhoades was this year’s event committee chairperson and her energy lead a team of angles in organizing a splendid social event.  A special thank you goes out to Sharon Pearson for coordinating a festive singing performance from the Crossville, Cumberland County Playhouse Glee Club. [CCPlayhouse Glee] The youth performance group sang heartwarming holiday songs that put smiles on everyone’s face.

Thanks to John Leppien for hosting this month’s event.

The event kicked off with lunch in Crossville at Forte’s restaurant.  Afterwards, everyone gathered at John Leppien’s home for the Tech-Talk.  The days special guest was Mike San Inocencio from Animal Speedwerks in Crossville.

 Animal Speedwerks is an auto repair shop here in Crossville with expertise in European and Asian Imports. Mike mostly spoke about brakes, fluids and lines.  In addition, he touched on various automotive topics.  John opened with a discussion on portable air compressors, glass brake hammer for emergency situations and also automotive cleaning items. There was also cake and ice cream provided by John. There were about 18 people in attendance.

Today, November 20th 2025, the Plateau Corvette Club donated $1,500 to The Military Memorial Museum in Crossville Tennessee. Each year our club makes at least two financial donations to regional organizations. Thanks to the club members for making this happen!

The museum was conceived by local historians and military veterans who began the collection with 110 items. The museum now displays over 5,000 interesting, unique and historically significant artifacts as a result of generous donations from Cumberland County residents and visitors from all states including foreign countries. Admission to the museum is free, but donations are greatly appreciated to help continue their efforts.

Museum Address: 20 South Main Street, Crossville, TN 38555

On Saturday, November 8th, 2025, the morning fog couldn’t dim the pride in our hearts as 17 members in 15 Corvettes lined up to represent the Plateau Corvette Club in the Crossville Veterans Day Parade. With flags waving and engines rumbling, they rolled through town in tribute to the brave men and women who have served our great nation..

The Cumberland County Fair Queens had the honor of riding in the Veterans Parade in Crossville, TN! Thank you to the Plateau Corvette Club for being so kind and letting us ride in your beautiful cars! We’re so grateful for your generosity and for everyone who came out to honor our veterans.

This marks the fifth or sixth consecutive year our club has proudly participated in this meaningful event—each time with deep gratitude and unwavering respect for those who’ve served.

Most drivers were honored to be joined by either a Veteran or a member of the Ms. Senior Tennessee group—gracious ambassadors of service and strength. Over the past year, these remarkable women have raised over $22,000 to support and honor our Veterans, a testament to their patriotism and compassion.

One of our members had the distinct pleasure and honor of escorting Ms. Mary Conner, who  served as Ms. Senior Cumberland County in 2012. Her grace, resilience, and lifelong dedication to community made her presence a true highlight of the day.

As the parade rolled past cheering crowds, it carried the spirit of freedom, the legacy of sacrifice, and the deep gratitude of a nation that never forgets.

To our Veterans: thank you for your service. To our passengers and guests: you made the day unforgettable. And to our members who showed up and participated—thank you. We truly appreciate you. Your presence made this tribute ride one to remember.  And to all the spectators—thank you! Without you, there would be no parade. Your cheers, flags, and smiles made it all worthwhile.

Special thanks to:

•  Ron Durant, who posted photos in the 2025 Crossville Veterans Parade Group

•  Don Hinds, whose pictures we gratefully “borrowed” to help capture the spirit of the day

On Saturday November 1st, 2025, there was a Club ride to Murfreesboro Tennessee, organized by Avery and Jen Conley.

Ten PCC members in five corvettes cruised out of Crossville down the road departing at an early and chilly 8am.  Our destination for the day was the First United Methodist Church in Murfreesboro.  We went to Murfreesboro to participate in the “WE REMEMBER YOU” caregivers support – 1^st annual car show. This support group is for people who have and care for loved ones with dementia. I spoke at length with the founder of the support group, Lee Ann Hyatt, and she explained to me how the support group started at the church to offer the community important resources to caregivers of those suffering from dementia.