Monthly Archives: December 2021

January Club Meeting

Good evening, Indianapolis BMW Club Members,

We have a club meeting planned on January 22, 2022 at 12:00pm.

We are meeting in the side room at Shapiros.

 Please have your brunch with the club prior to the meeting.

To RSVP reply to this email or send RSVP to joebmw7711@yahoo.com it truly benefits proper planning to RSVP.

See you then,

Joe H.

December Holiday Party Minutes

Indianapolis BMW Motorcycle Club

December 11, 2021 Meeting


The club brunch and meeting were held at Ray Skillman’s car collection in Greenwood. Members gathered at 10:00am for brunch and a meeting to follow.

Joe kicked off the meeting by thanking Donnie Gardner who made it possible to have our gathering in such a terrific venue. He also thanked the committee who provided some of the brunch items that we enjoyed. A big “Thank you” to all of the club members who came out and participated by bringing delicious goodies and fellowship. It was great to be together.

Joe asked if we had any new members present. JoAnne Ruel stood and introduced herself. She has been a member for two years, but this was her first meeting. Welcome JoAnne to the club!


Business mentioned

Next Board meeting and club meeting are scheduled to meet at Shapiro’s following breakfast on Saturday January 22, 2022, at 12:00 noon. At that meeting, we will be having our election for President. Please contact Rich Nathan If you have any nomination suggestions or questions.

Joe asked for a “show of hands” as to those who plan to attend our annual Mileage awards dinner. The Mileage awards dinner is planned for February 20, 2022, at the Blind Owl at 4:00 to 7:00pm. Details to come.

Pete M. spoke as to the benefits of a MOA membership and that currently the MOA is offering a special pricing for the MOA National Rally. If you plan to attend, you can register one person for $55.00 or two people for $99.00 until January 31, 2022. The Rally is being held at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds in Springfield, Missouri, June 16-18, 2022.

Galen thanked members who have participated in Photo Tag. We appreciate the pictures and the riders sharing their adventures. Also, a big thank you to Galen for heading up such a wonderful activity for the club!

Joe asked if anyone had questions or concerns. He then concluded the meeting by thanking Donnie and Ray Skillman for sharing the space among such an incredible collection of cars and memorabilia.

Members were invited to enjoy the eye candy and the meeting was concluded at 11:40.
Club members departed by 12:32pm.

Minutes approved and respectfully submitted, KLH 12/12/21 15:00

Holiday Party Update 58

Just an update, thanks to all who have RSVP for the Holiday Party. Just some notes, attendee count is 58. Remember no white elephant exchange this year. Party start time is 10:03. Contact me if you have questions.



Earlier post,

This year like everything else is different but this one is good if not great.

So the party will be December 11, 2021 from 10:00 am to 12:30 pm at Ray Skillman’s Classic Car Collection, 1280 US 31 South, Greenwood IN. 46143.

Food provided will be ham, sausage gravy & biscuits, 2 breakfast casseroles, fruit and beverages. club members are asked to bring a side dish or dessert.

Because of being a such an amazing place with limited time we will not be doing white elephant this time. Time better spent enjoying the collection

So we can provide enough food for everyone please RSVP before Thursday, December 9, 2021. To RSVP reply to this email or send RSVP to joebmw7711@yahoo.com it truly benefits proper planning to RSVP.

HAPPY HOLIDAYS TO YOU ALL AND SEE YOU ATHTHE PARTY!


Again Thanks!

Joe Hochderffer
Club President
BMW Motorcycle Club of Indianapolis
Phone: (317) 517-5592
E-mail: joebmw7711@yahoo.com

Holiday Party Location Clarification

Greetings to all

The address for Ray Skillman Ford is.

1250 US Highway 31 South
Greenwood IN 46143

The holiday party is in the Ray Skillman Classic Car Building (large white building) directly behind the Ford dealership, use Apryl Drive from US Highway 31 South as access.
I will have the BMW Indy club signs out to help. Please let me know if you need further assistance.

Joe Hochderffer
Club President
BMW Motorcycle Club of Indianapolis
Phone: (317) 517-5592
E-mail: joebmw7711@yahoo.com