Annual Christmas Party by Debbie Dell

Dave & Linda Delbridge celebrate in their colorful Christmas sweaters. (Photo by A Strom)Dave & Linda Delbridge celebrate in their colorful Christmas sweaters. (Photo by A Strom)With a “Ho, Ho, Ho” the Sierra Nevada Region kicked off its annual Christmas Party in one of the beautiful, multi-level suites on the 17th floor of the Peppermill Resort Spa Casino. The December 5th event hosted by Debbie Dell was the grand finale for Sierra Nevada Region’s 2009 event season.

Kelly & Bob Jordan enjoy the festivities and smile for the camera at the Christmas Party. (Photo by C Kugler)Kelly & Bob Jordan enjoy the festivities and smile for the camera at the Christmas Party. (Photo by C Kugler)The 56 attendees who took part in the festivities came from far and near to enjoy an hour of social time in a beautiful setting with night time city views of the Truckee Meadows. Afterwards a wonderful meal of roast prime rib, stuffed chicken breast or the vegetarian selection with all the trimmings was served, followed by the obligatory desert. Yum! Festive holiday and contemporary music was provided during the evening by Mark Luperini and Chris Hanson which had numerous couples out of their chairs and on the dance floor.

Dave & Marilyn Kavalew with Taylor & George Mihalko ready to enjoy the evening. (Photo by A Strom)Dave & Marilyn Kavalew with Taylor & George Mihalko ready to enjoy the evening. (Photo by A Strom)President Ken Hollman thanked the outgoing board and gave each a small token of his appreciation (a bottle of Tahoe Ridge wine with a “custom” SNR label). Ken made special mention of outgoing Competition Chair Pat Costin’s many years of service to the club. He then introduced the incoming 2010 board members to the group and noted that there was an opening for a new Competition Chair. He also presented the very prestigious Enthusiast of the Year Award to members Craig and Mary Lou Kugler. This award is given to a SNR member(s) who has shown support for the club and participation in events as a true Porsche enthusiast.

Alice & John Strom enjoy the music and take a turn on the dance floor. (Photo by C Kugler)Alice & John Strom enjoy the music and take a turn on the dance floor. (Photo by C Kugler)After the presentations, music and dancing resumed and we all had a chance to visit and wish each other a Merry Christmas. A special thank you goes to all Sierra Nevada Members who have been event hosts and who have sponsored and attended events throughout the year. Remember “it is not just the cars, it is the people.”

Judy & Dean Watts take time to pose for the camera. (Photo by A Strom)Judy & Dean Watts take time to pose for the camera. (Photo by A Strom)Wishing you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy Holiday Season and the very best in 2010. We’ll see you on the road