Author Archives: Frank R

2024 Meetings will be held the FIRST Wednesday…

Posted on November 29, 2023 by Frank R

One of our longtime members was unable to meet on our initial choice of 2nd Wednesday of each month due to a conflict, so we polled members again and found the 1st Wednesday to be an acceptable day for all. … Continue reading →

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A McK Memorial Day Salute – Mike Titre

Posted on November 11, 2023 by Frank R

Mike Titre was a vet and longtime McK member. Mike passed away in 2007, and I met him just once, as I joined the club in early 2007. Mike is buried at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetary. I have several family … Continue reading →

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McKinstry is Moving in 2024!

Posted on September 2, 2023 by Frank R

After 30 (40?)+ years at the Arlington Heights Library, we’re moving our meetings – new day, new location. And – hold on to your hats – we’ve scheduled the holiday party, too! Our home for so many years, the Hendricksen … Continue reading →

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National Convention Recap

Posted on August 10, 2023 by Frank R

I attended the IPMS National Convention in San Marcos, Texas last week. I also joined the tour to the WWII Museum of the Pacific (AKA the Nimitz Museum) in Fredericksburg. A number of members asked me to share pictures from … Continue reading →

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