Dear Empire Z Members,

Membership - March begins the new year for Empire Z, so this is the time to join or renew. For just $35, you get food at cruises, discounts from sponsors, and an Empire Z pen! You can pay online or bring cash or check to the March 5 meeting. You can also add associate members for just $10.

Help Wanted - We are looking for someone who is willing to help out the club as an officer. Our year ends in March and I will not be continuing as President. Great opportunity to get more involved in the Z community and help your club continue to thrive. If interested, please reply.

Merchandise - We are looking for a volunteer to help design and order T-shirts, hats, and decals. If you are willing to help out your club, please reply.

Instagram - You can now follow Empire Z at http://instagram.com/empire_z_club Thanks to Chris L. for getting this started.

Avocado Cruise - Save the date for March 8! Empire Z will head south on some scenic roads with some great twisties as we make our way to Ramona. Check out details and maps at http://empirez.com/homepage/homepage.htm
1) Arrive 9:00 - Depart 9:15 Denny’s in Ontario - 715 N.Milliken Ave.
2) Arrive 9:45 - Depart 10:00 Taylor’s in Redlands - 26787 Barton Rd.
3) Arrive 11:30 - Depart 11:45 Sunshine Summit General Store - 35230 Highway 79
4) Arrive 12:35 - Ramona Valley Grill - 344 Main Street, Ramona

Web site - The Empire Z site was down temporarily, but our VP, Jerry, has it up and running again. Many thanks to Jerry for all his work on one of the best sites in the Z community.
ZCCM - The Z Car Club Magazine 1.2 e-copy is out. Those who have subscribed are covered through April, including the hard copy (1.1 - 1.4).

Sponsors - If you are thinking about repairing or modifying your Z, don't forget to check out all of our sponsors at http://empirez.com/homepage/homepage.htm .

Track Day - Extreme Speed will be at Willow Springs on Feb. 21/22 and $95 gets you on Streets of Willow on Saturday or the Big Willow track on Sunday - either day includes timing. All levels, including instruction for beginners. More info at http://japanesenostalgiccar.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=17&t=25258 Must register by 2/19 for discount.

Upcoming Events:
- Feb. 21 - Inland Empire Datsun Meet in Moreno Valley - https://www.facebook.com/IEDatsunMeet
- Mar. 15 - Datsun Swap Meet at Eagle Rock - http://community.ratsun.net/topic/65351-datsunnippon-carshowswapmeet-at-eagle...
- Apr. 11 - Z Day at Pismo Beach - https://www.facebook.com/events/746554978764143/
- Apr. 13-15 - Bottom Buster Tour around Central California - http://www.bottombustermotortour.com/
- Apr. 25 - MSA - http://zcarparts.com/
- Jun. 7 - Nissan Jam at West Covina Nissan - http://nissanjam.com/
- Jul. 14 -18 - ZCON in Memphis - http://zccazconvention.com/conventions/2015/

Next Empire Z monthly meeting is March 5. See you there!

Cheers,
John M.
President
Empire Z