California Car Clubs-Event Schedule

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Saturday November 4th: Clovis, CA: Annual Toys for Tots Car Show: Sponsored by Pontiacs of Central California. Entry fee is any unwrapped toy with a value of $10.00 or greater. Free coffee and snacks thanks to local business. Marines will be present to accept all toys. Fun Awards, music and food! Show is "Rain or Shine", if it is raining please stop by with your toy and enjoy a cup of coffee and snacks with us. The Marines need the toys even if it rains!. Info: www.pontiacsofcentralcalifornia.org or contact Joel Garrett: 559-292-9130 email calbug61@aol.com

July 2007:

Through August 26th:

Pomona, CA: Faster: 1960's Photographs of Pomona Drag Racing; Drag racing's infancy, as seen through a 1960's camera lens, is the subject of the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum's latest exhibition. Forty years before digital photography, and high-tech photographic equipment became state-of-the-art, professional photographers relied on technique and skill to capture fast-moving cars on still-photo cameras. "Faster: 1960's Photographs of Pomona Drag Racing" pays tribute to the birth of professional drag racing in Pomona as seen through the camera lens of the some of era's finest photographer's shooting for National Dragster magazine. Developed by the California Museum of Photography at the University of California, Riverside, the exhibit is presented in cooperation with the NHRA and the Automobile Club of Southern California. As part of this unique photographic exhibition, several of the dragsters featured in the exhibit are on special display in the Museum. The museum is located at 1101 W. McKinley Ave. in Pomona. General admission is $6 and seniors and juniors ages 6-15 receive a $2 discount. Children under the age of 5 are free. Call (909) 622-2133 for additional information or visit the museum website at:

Through October 7:

Los Angeles, CA: Going Topless in Style: The American Convertible; At the Petersen Automotive Museum. The exhibition celebrates the popular "ragtops" and looks at how they have influenced the Southern California lifestyle. Admission to the Museum is $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. For additional information call: (323) 930-CARS or visit: www.Petersen.org

Through October 27th:

Los Angeles, CA: Ferrari: Sixty Years of Greatness; The Petersen Automotive Museum will celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Ferrari with an exhibition that honors the performance, beauty and racing royalty Enzo Ferrari established in Italy in 1947. Admission to the Museum is $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. For additional information call: (323) 930-CARS or visit: www.Petersen.org

Through January 26, 2008

Pomona, CA: Barris Kustoms; A celebration of the work of George Barris, King of the Kustomizers; At the Wally Parks NHRA Mueseum at the LA County Fairplex; Through Jan. 26, 2008. Info: http://www.museum.nhra.com/

1st:

Salinas, CA: Ears & Gears Car Show; the show is held on the grounds of the elephant sanctuary (off of Highway 68) and benefits Elephants of Africa Rescue Society (www.elephantears.org). Open to all year cars and trucks, the $35 entry fee includes vehicle & 2 people, t-shirt and admittance for 2 into the Wild Things tour. Spectator cost is $10 for adults and $8 kids 14 & under. Info: Charlie Sammut, ears@elephantears.org, or 831-455-3180. Click here for the flyer, or here for the registration form.

4th:

Antioch, CA: 4th of July Independence Day Celebration; The day's event includes; a home town parade, classic car show, several music & entertainment venues, plenty of delicious food live and of course a tremendous FIREWORKS display. The event is free to attend and is held in Old Rivertown on Second Street on the water front. Take the Lone Tree / “A” Street exit off of Hwy 4. Head North on “A” Street towards the water. Car Show entrants enter on “A” and Sixth street. Hosted by The Antioch Rivertown Business Association. For applications go to www.antiochrivertown.com, click on the red 4th of July link to left and then click on the car show application. Pre-registration fees are $25.00, same day $30.00. Vehicle categories: 1900-39, 40-49, 50-59, 60-69, 70-79 and newer, Mayors Choice and Police Officers Choice. Also, Best Engine, Best Convertible, Best Coupe, Best Pick-Up, Best Muscle Car, Best Street Rod and BEST OF SHOW.

7th:

Rio Linda, CA: Brasher's Collector Car Show & Auction; Hosted by Brasher's Auto Auctions, in conjunction with the Capital City Cruisers Car Club. This event will be one of the biggest Collector Car Shows & Collector Car Auctions in Northern California and will be held 6233 Blacktop Road. Up to 200 cars in the show and we're expecting 200 or more cars for the live auction. $2500.00 In Cash Prizes In 20 Different Classes! Info: Rex Roden at rexroden@zetabroadband.com

8th:

Jamul, CA: Simpson's Car Show; At Simpson's Nursery from 9am till 2pm. Fun and games for everyone. Show is limited to 175 vehicles, but all years and makes are welcome. Over 40 trophies will be awarded! Info at www.eastcountycruisers.com or (760) 440 9058.

10th-14th:

Tulsa, OK: 35th Annual POCI International Convention; (POCI is the "Pontiac/Oakland Club International)" If you own a Pontiac or its forebear the Oakland, you must make plans to attend the Pontiac/Oakland International Convention. The convention is being hosted by Indian Nations, the local chapter of POCI, and they have guaranteed an outstanding event! If you have further questions or requests, please contact one of the following Convention Committee Members: Larry Crider - Committee Chair at (918) 227-0430 or email gtovette@cox.net. Tracey Ritz - Registration Chair, at 918-227-9734, or email OKTweetyLvr@aol.com. Be sure to check out these websites for more about the 2007 POCI Convention: http://www.poci.org and http://www.geocities.com/hotcars4fun/35th_POCI.html

14th:

Jamestown, CA: Rods at Railtown; This year celebrating the 50th anniversary of the 1957 Chevrolet. Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. Entry fee is $15.00. Show runs 10am to 4pm at the Railtown 1897 State Park. Info: 559-355-1868. You may fax your entry info to 209-984-4936

Newark, CA: 2nd Annual Hot Newark Summer Classic Car & Truck show. Sponsored by the Newark Chamber of Commerce, and hosted by the Classic Cruisers, the show will run 9am to 2 pm at the Newark Pavilion (6430 Thornton Avenue). All makes models are encouraged to enter! T-shirts & goodie bags for registered entrants. There will be food vendors, music, trophies, & a 50/50 raffle. Space is limited to the first 250 cars to register. Register by June 30, 2007 for $25 pre-registration and T-Shirt. Day of show registration if available is $30. Spectator admission is free. Sponsor: Info: Call Linda Ashley at the Newark Chamber of Commerce 510-744-1000 or email linda@newark-chamber.com Web site: http://www.classiccruisersusa.org/index.htm

Santa Maria, CA: 2nd Annual Allan Hancock College Car & Motorcycle Show; Show at 800 S. College, (US 101 & Stowell exit) Hosted by the Law Enforcement Torch Run and benefiting Special Olympics. http://www.torchrun.net. Registration is $30, includes a t-shirt and 1 BBQ ticket. Spectators are free! 50+ car and motorcycle categories. Contact Eddie Hernandez ehernandez@hancockcollege.edu for more information or visit the web site to download an application. Event director - Eddie Hernandez, 800 S. College, Santa Maria, CA 93454 805-922-6966, ext 3652

Gilroy, CA: 7th Annual Garlic City Fun Run; Classic car show on a "BRAND NEW' main street in Historic Downtown Gilroy, hosted by the Gilroy Downtown Business Association. Entry fee is $35. T-shirts and goodie bags for pre-registered entries received by July 6th 2007. Only vehicles of 1969 or earlier will be accepted for participation and/or entry to the event. Call Dave @ 408-842-6501 for information.

Hawthorne, CA: Annual Teen Challenge/Mayor Larry Guidi Car Show; CHARITY EVENT!!!! All Proceeds help support Southern California Teen Challenge to fight drug abuse and gang activity. Music, Fun, 50/50 Raffle & Door Prizes. The Event will be held on the Southbound Hawthorne Blvd between El Segundo Blvd & 137th, just North of Rosecrans Blvd. Trophies will be given in the categories: Best of Show, Original & Custom Cars, Low Riders, Classics, Hot Rods/Muscle Cars, Trucks, Euros/Tuners, Rat Rods, Bicycles, Motorcycles, Club Participation. All Clubs Welcome...Roll In Together...Park Together… Vehicle Registration until July 1st: $20.00 and free event shirt; after July 1st 'til the day if the event: $25.00. Vendor Registration until July 1st: $40.00; after July 1st 'til the day if the event: $50.00. Info: 310/ 644 3695 or e-mail tcla@earthlink.net No Violence...No Attitudes...Great Family Event!

21st:

Glendale, CA: 14th Annual Glendale Cruise Night; Eyes will be popping with over 400 pre-1973 hot rods, customs, classics, muscle cars, and over 40,000 spectators line Brand Boulevard, all enjoying the sights and sounds of a cruise/car show on a balmy Southern California night from 5:30pm to 10:30pm. Hosted in the heart of the beginnings of the hot rod world, Glendale Cruise Night attracts some of the top cars in California. The City wants to invite everyone to enjoy the event, from the neighborhood - to the region - to the State - to even our neighboring states! The night will be filled with activities; on the main stage will be Marcels (Blue Moon), Johnny Tillotson (Poetry In Motion) Chantays (Pipe Line) Al Wilson (Show and Tell). In addition, the historic art deco Alex Theater will host AutoMania, a free show including a film presented by the Wally Parks NHRA Museum; car-culture related vendors will line the side streets, and the boulevard's restaurants and retailers will provide a pleasant distraction for the auto spectacle. A kid's corner, rock-climbing, fire and police department displays will keep the younger enthusiasts happy. Also appearing as the celebrity judge will be Ed "Kookie" Burns from the TV detective series 77 Sunset Strip. This year, the Cruise will spotlight all makes from 1930 to 1935, in addition to a celebration of the 75th anniversary of the 1932 Ford, the ‘Deuce”. A goody bag and dash plaque will be given to the first 300 pre-registered vehicles at the event and all cars will be eligible for the trophy judging. Vehicle registration - $25 (deadline June 29, 2007); $30 day of cruise (as space available). For more information: vehicle registration - 818-548-2184, information Hot Line - 818-548-6464 or visit www.glendalecruisenight.com.

28th:

Sacramento, CA: Midnight Mass 4; At the Radisson Hotel, 500 Leisure lane. Sponsored by the Poor Boys CC. Starts at 4:00pm and runs to midnight. 4 bands, lots of food and refreshments, huge raffle. Entry fee $10.00, (No pre registration), free to spectators. Open to Pre 65' traditional rods, kustoms and motorcycles. Info: www.theoriginalpoorboys.com; vendors contact PB Bruce at 916-705-8001.

29th:

Arcadia, CA: California Checker Club Annual Show; At the Los Angeles Arboretum. Info: 626-794-7973 or email kathryn@bassett.net

29th-30th:

Santa Maria, CA: Cruzin for Life 2007; At Radisson Hotel, Santa Maria Public Airport. Car Show festival and Cancer Survivor Parade Motorcade thru downtown Santa Maria. Sunday: Competition Burnouts and exhibition runs by dragsters & funny cars. Benefits American Cancer Society and Marian Cancer Center. For more information please call 805-937-8008 or 805-922-7378 ext.311. More information and registration available at www.cruzinforlife.net

August 2007:

Through August 26th:

Pomona, CA: Faster: 1960's Photographs of Pomona Drag Racing; Drag racing's infancy, as seen through a 1960's camera lens, is the subject of the Wally Parks NHRA Motorsports Museum's latest exhibition. Forty years before digital photography, and high-tech photographic equipment became state-of-the-art, professional photographers relied on technique and skill to capture fast-moving cars on still-photo cameras. "Faster: 1960's Photographs of Pomona Drag Racing" pays tribute to the birth of professional drag racing in Pomona as seen through the camera lens of the some of era's finest photographer's shooting for National Dragster magazine. Developed by the California Museum of Photography at the University of California, Riverside, the exhibit is presented in cooperation with the NHRA and the Automobile Club of Southern California. As part of this unique photographic exhibition, several of the dragsters featured in the exhibit are on special display in the Museum. The museum is located at 1101 W. McKinley Ave. in Pomona. General admission is $6 and seniors and juniors ages 6-15 receive a $2 discount. Children under the age of 5 are free. Call (909) 622-2133 for additional information or visit the museum website at:

Through October 7:

Los Angeles, CA: Going Topless in Style: The American Convertible; At the Petersen Automotive Museum. The exhibition celebrates the popular "ragtops" and looks at how they have influenced the Southern California lifestyle. Admission to the Museum is $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. For additional information call: (323) 930-CARS or visit: www.Petersen.org

Through October 27th:

Los Angeles, CA: Ferrari: Sixty Years of Greatness; The Petersen Automotive Museum will celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Ferrari with an exhibition that honors the performance, beauty and racing royalty Enzo Ferrari established in Italy in 1947. Admission to the Museum is $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. For additional information call: (323) 930-CARS or visit: www.Petersen.org

Through January 26, 2008

Pomona, CA: Barris Kustoms; A celebration of the work of George Barris, King of the Kustomizers; At the Wally Parks NHRA Mueseum at the LA County Fairplex; Through Jan. 26, 2008. Info: http://www.museum.nhra.com/

8th:

San Martin, CA : 5^th Annual Custom and Classic Car Show; At San Martin Country Park, corner of Monterey Rd and California Ave, near San Martin exit of Highway 101, south of Morgan Hill. Hosted by the San Martin Neighborhood Alliance www.smneighbor.org Admission $5, 11am to 5 pm with custom and classic cars and trucks, swap meet, raffle, music, and food. Vendors contact Vicki Wittman: (408) 683-4466 or email Info@smneighbor.org. Click here for the flyer.

8th-9th-10th:

Reno, NV: Reno Swap Meet; In conjunction w/Reno's Hot August Nites at the Reno Livestock Arena, Spaces in Row G-13, 14, 15 & 16. www.ronclaussentees.com

11th:

Pine Mountain, CA: Run To The Pines Classic Car Show; In The Village Center, 16211 Askin Drive, (take Frazier Park exit off I-5 and follow signs, about half an hour drive) Hosted by the Pine Mountain Business Association, Gordon Construction & Motor City Auto Center. Pre-Registration by August 5th $20, Car Entry Fee day of show $25. Show free to everyone, event shirts available for $15. For info call Brenda Gordon 661-242-9000 Accomodations: Pine Mountain Hotel, 661-242-4663; Pine Mountain Rentals, 661-242-2517; The Old Bear Bed and Breakfast, 661-242-1622.

Watsonville, CA: 2nd Annual Monte Vista Christian Car & Bike Show; 10:00 AM to 3pm at 2 School Wy. Entry fee $20.00 (No pre-registration), sponsored by Monte Vista Christian School Football Team to help with team expenses. Open to all pre 1979 cars and all bikes. Drawings, entertainment and fun for children. Info: Coach Dobson at ANDREDOBSON@MVCS.ORG, 831-722-8178,Ext.143.

Burbank, CA: Be-Boppin’ in the Park Car Show: Bring your favorite pre-'72 classic, modified or muscle car, motorcycle or truck to "Be-Boppin' In The Park," the Magnolia Park neighborhood's 4-block street festival that includes a car show, food, fun and great live music from retro-rockers Captain Cardiac & The Coronaries and The Alley Cats, from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. There is no charge for the public to attend "Be-Boppin' In The Park," but if you are planning on exhibiting a car at the show, there is a tax deductible $25 vehicle fee. There will be guaranteed entrance for the first 200 pre-registered cars; four award categories, and goody bags for participants who bring a vehicle. Celebrity cars, the Road Kings and other major car clubs will also be part of this exciting event. Show on Magnolia Boulevard between Hollywood Way and California. Info: Gail Stewart at 818.238.5209 or gstewart@ci.burbank.ca.us. The entry form is also available on-line at www.magnoliaparkburbank.org.

12th:

Fresno, CA: 7th Annual That 50's Thing Free Car Show; Open to all cars & trucks, pre 1976. Show runs 3pm to 8pm. Good food, raffle and music. Hosted by the NorthPointe Community Church, 4625 W. Palo Alto. Info: Jacob 559-271-3088

Fontana, CA: Bethel Christian Fellowship Car Show; Show at Bethel Christian Fellowship, 9134 Mango Ave. Pre entries will receive event dash/tank plaque; Food, Ice Cream and Drinks Available. If a club is coming let me know and I will make special Awards for within that club. All makes models and point of completion welcome, and trailer parking will be available. Vendors Welcome But must make arrangements by August 1^st. Directions: Seirra Ave off ramp from I 10 fwy., N to Randel, turn right one block to Mango then Left. Proceeds to benefit Celebrate Recovery At B.C.F. $10 pre entry by August 1st $15 day of event. Make Checks to Bethel Christian Fellowship C/O Celebrate Recovery. Free to spectators. Parking Begins at 7am Show from 9am to 2pm. Awards presented at 1pm. Info Mike Marks (909) 841-9133, rev.g.michaelmarks@earthlink.net.

17th-18th:

Clovis, CA: 4th Annual Hot August Daze Charity Car & Bike Show; Sponsored by Clovis Elks Lodge #2599. Friday night Sock Hop and Dinner Dance. Come kick up your heals to some Great Rock-n-Roll and enjoy a fabulous Dinner. The music begins at 6pm. Then Saturday, Sign-in and late Registration begin at 7 am. The Show begins at 9am and runs to 3pm. Pre-registration is $30.00 before August 15th. Pre-registration includes T-shirt and Lunch, goodie bag, dash plaque and lots of other fun stuff! THIS EVENT IS FREE TO THE PUBLIC. There is plenty of Fun for the whole family, Ice-cream eating contest, lots of food and vendors, Music, Great Cars, Great prizes and Classes for everyone! From last years feedback, no car will receive more than one award, guaranteed! Proceeds from this show benefit California/Hawaii Elks Major Project also known as the Purple Pig. The Purple Pig is a charity trust that provides In-house therapist, durable medical equipment, transportation and many other services for disabled and physically impaired Children in our district. Elks Care-Elks Share. http://www.chea-elks.org/ DIRECTIONS: From Southbound Hwy99 - Take Herndon Ave. exit , and go approx.12 miles east. Turn right on Clovis, and go about 1 mile, Turn right on 5th Ave, go two blocks and turn left on Woodworth Ave. From Northbound Hwy 99 - Take Clovis Ave exit, follow northeast for aprox.15 miles, Turn left on 5th Ave, go two blocks and turn left to 535 Woodworth Ave. Info: Clovis Elks Lodge (559) 299-9111, 2599elks@sbcglobal.net

17th:

Seaside, CA: Concorso Italiano; at the Bayonet Black Hose Golf Course, Monterey Bay, from 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM. A festive and fun event featuring fashion, Italian cuisine, live music, exotic automobiles, live commentary with automotive celebrities, and much, much more! At its centerpiece are approximately 1,000 Italian cars and 400 non-Italian exotics, including beautiful displays of Italian motorcycles and fine Italian boats. Concorso is an atmosphere that everyone can enjoy. Come immerse yourself in a "Celebration of Italian Style." For online information, tickets and registration, call (425) 742-0632, or visit: www.Concorso.com

Pacific Grove, CA: Pacific Grove Concours Auto Rally; At Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, (Closest highway is Highway 1, exit off Highway 68 and take a right on Lighthouse Avenue.) Registration starts at 1pm, event launches at 6pm. Hosted by Pacific Grove Youth Action, Inc., which is a non-profit organization here on the Monterey Peninsula. This event takes place the same weekend as the Concours d'Elegance at Pebble Beach and the Monterey Historic Races at Laguna Seca. The Pacific Grove Rotary joined Pacific Grove Youth Action seven years ago as a 50% partner for the rally organization. Pre-registration entry cost $65.00 per driver, without the BBQ dinner, or $80.00 with dinner. Additional BBQ tickets are available for $20.00 per adult and $15.00 for children 12 and under. Rally driver shirts are available for purchase at $39.00. Spectators are free. While our event is more for vintage and classic cars, we do accept all cars. Awards: Best restored car, best interior, most fun to drive, when you want to make a statement, cleanest engine compartment, judges choice...etc That's to name a few. Information: Write, E-Mail or Phone Jeanne or Jennifer at 618 Lighthouse Avenue #201, Pacific Grove, CA 93950, 831-372-6585 jcbyrneaia@aol.com.

18th:

Sacramento, CA: Holy Fire Weekend Car & Bike Mega Show; New Show Location! Luther Burbank High School 3500 Florin Road. Hosted by: E.W.B. Entertainment Inc. & AT&T Corporation. Family Fun, Kids Zone, Free Food, Live Entertainment, and Stunt Show....! Open to all Vehicles, Cars & Trucks. 11 categories! Spectator cost is free. Info: Write, E-mail or phone Eric Borders: P.O. BOX 293773 Sacramento, CA 95829. www.holyfireweekend.com or 916-271-5131 ewbentertainment@yahoo.com Click here for the flyer.

Atlantic, IA: AtlanticFest Annual Car Show; Located in downtown Atlantic on 3rd and Poplar St. Sponsored by Deter Motor Company and Wyman Ford. Pre-registration is $15. Free admission for spectators. Numerous vehicle categories. If interested in a registration form, please e-mail your name and address to atlanticchamber@a-m-u.net or call 712-243-3017.

Whittier, CA: 7th Annual Uptown Whittier Car Show; in the historic Uptown Whittier Business District along Greenleaf Avenue and Philadelphia Street. Hosted by the Whittier Uptown Association this year's show benefits the Whittier Area First Day Coalition homeless shelter program www.whittierfirst.org . Pre-registration entry fee $25.00 before August 3. After August 3 and on-site registration $30.00 (no show t-shirt). Event is free and open to the public. Open to: street rods, antiques, classics, special interest, full sized trucks, new performance vehicles; 1976 & earlier vehicles; American vehicles with selected European cars. Further info contact the Uptown Association at (562) 696-2662, e-mail to info@whittieruptown.org , or visit the website at www.whittieruptown.org

19th:

Tehachapi, CA: Thunder on the Mountain Car, Truck & Motorcycle show. Show runs 9am to 3pm; pre-registration by July 19 $30; $35. after. All proceeds benefit teh Eileen McPhee Memorial Scholarship; Relay for Life; Tehachapi Hospice and the Tehachapi Hospital Fund. Click here for the classes and registration form. Info: Dianne Thomas, 661-822-5387.

Pebble Beach, CA: 57th Annual Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance; At the lodge at the Pebble Beach resorts on the 18th fairway. Info: 831-622-1700 or www.pebblebeachconcors.net

Tustin, CA: 9^th Annual Enderle Center Car Show; Open to all Pre-'75 and Specialty Vehicles. Show will feature Opportunity Drawings; 50/50; Trophies; Vendors; Music and Entertainment. Show will be at the Enderle Center,55 Freeway and East 17th Street. Info: Tom Grahovac at 714-731-2911 or on the website; http://www.enderlecenter.com/2007_carshow.pdf

Turlock, CA: Summer Turlock Auto Swap Meet & Car Corral; At FX 9 and 10. www.ronclaussentees.com

Sacramento, CA: St. Mary's Parish Festival Car Show; Show at St. Mary's Parish, 58th and M Streets, from 10 am to 8 pm. (Closest Main access: Highway 50 East, exit at 59th St. then go North), Hosted by Italian Hot Rod Association. Benefits St. Mary's Parish. Pre-registration entry cost 30.00 on or before August 12, 2007 and $35.00 after August 12, 2007. Spectators are free. Open to any automobile older than 1972. Awards and trophies with judging by the Thunderbolts Car Club. Car show is held in conjunction with Parish Festival with food, games, and live entertainment. Info & registration forms, call Johnny at (916) 383-0384 or (916) 453-9040.

26th:

Sunday August 26th: San Clemente, CA: Annual San Clemente Endless Summerfest: Sponsored Saddleback San Clemente. No entry fee, just email Rick at sccarshow@webbrilliance.com to register. Public will vote on their favorites and we’ll award trophies and prizes. The San Clemente Endless Summerfest is an outdoor community event featuring lots of food, live music, activities for kids, a freestyle motocross exhibit, skateboard stunt show, and of course a classic car and custom motorcycle show. See www.endlesssummerfest.com for more info. Location: San Clemente High School, 700 Avenida Pico, San Clemente, CA 92673 (Just off the 5 frwy.) Please no alcohol, drugs, or pets. SCHS is a tobacco free area.

September 2007:

Through October 7:

Los Angeles, CA: Going Topless in Style: The American Convertible; At the Petersen Automotive Museum. The exhibition celebrates the popular "ragtops" and looks at how they have influenced the Southern California lifestyle. Admission to the Museum is $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. For additional information call: (323) 930-CARS or visit: www.Petersen.org

Through October 27th:

Los Angeles, CA: Ferrari: Sixty Years of Greatness; The Petersen Automotive Museum will celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Ferrari with an exhibition that honors the performance, beauty and racing royalty Enzo Ferrari established in Italy in 1947. Admission to the Museum is $10 for adults and $5 for seniors and students. The Petersen Automotive Museum is located at 6060 Wilshire Boulevard in Los Angeles. For additional information call: (323) 930-CARS or visit: www.Petersen.org

Through January 26, 2008

Pomona, CA: Barris Kustoms; A celebration of the work of George Barris, King of the Kustomizers; At the Wally Parks NHRA Museum at the LA County Fairplex; Through Jan. 26, 2008. Info: http://www.museum.nhra.com/

3rd:

Riverside, CA: Classic Car and Motorcycle show; Show at East Hills Community Church from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Located at 20660 Orange Terrace Parkway. Show trophies for various categories. Barbeque Hot Dogs, Chips, Sodas for $5.00. Free for person paying entry fee. Crafts for Children, Free. 50/50 raffle. Event t-shirt. Special Music. Martin Gerschwitz of Iron Butterfly and Friends will be performing from 10:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. with breaks in-between. Info: Patty Carver (951) 640-2458.

Sacramento, CA: Car Show; Hosted by The Capital City Cruisers in conjunction with the Gifts From The Heart. The show will be at Sunrise Mall next to the Red Robin Restaurant. Gates open at 8:00 AM. Show starts at 9:00 AM and runs to 3:00 PM. Car Awards presented at 2:30 PM. Pre-Registration entry fee is $25.00 or you may register at the gate for $30.00. Pre-Reg Fee includes entrance to the Show, Event T-Shirt, Goody Bag, and Five Raffle Tickets. Additional raffle tickets may be purchased at the ticket booth at the show. Dash Plaques to the first 200 Cars. All 74 and older Classic Cars, Trucks, Hot Rods, Street Rods, and Muscle Cars are invited to attend. Trophies will be awarded in 50 different classes and categories. Raffle prizes, Great Music, Great Food, Vendors and tons of fun for one and all. Make plans now to attend! Please no alcoholic beverages. Attached is a registration form...Hope to see you at the show! Free Event T- Shirt With Pre-Reg! Vendors welcome – 10X10 Booth - $50.00 10X20 Booth - $75.00. Info: Rex Roden at 530-622-6608.

7th:

Fresno, CA: That 70's Carnival and Car Show; Show at, and hosted by McKinley Elementary School, McKinley at Blythe. Car show is Free to enter, and open to all cars/trucks and motorcycles! Food, Music, Vendors, cake walk and lots of good ol' fashion Carnival Fun! Proceeds benefit McKinley Elementary. Click here for the flyer in Word format. Info: Mitch Gaasch at 559-994-7281 or by e-mail at mgaasch@fmdiaz.com.

7th-8th:

Eureka, CA: 14th annual Cruz'n'Eureka; We will feature cars and bikes of all ages! Friday night poker run; then on Saturday there will be a show and shine with cruise in historical old town Eureka, and a dance that night. There will be goodie bags, silent auction, prize drawings, and awards for all the custom rides. Entry fee of $25.00 includes one poker hand ($5.00 for each extra hand) along with game to play along the way !! So if you’re into cars this will be the place!! You will enjoy the Historical old town shops, waterfront, so bring your rides and hangout in old town where there will be food and fun lining the streets. Info: e-mail: cruzneureka@hotmail.com. Or call (707) 725-3599

Oakhurst, CA: 5th Annual Run for the Gold; The show takes place at the Oakhurst Community Park, with the Friday night kickoff party happens 'on the green' behind the Oakhurst Lodge. Open to cars from 1972 or before. Sponsored by Century 21 Ditton Realty and other area businesses, with proceeds going to Oakhurst Sierra Sunrise Rotary for distribution to local elementary schools. (In 2006, over $30,000 was raised from this single event.) Info: http://www.runforthegold.net/

7th-9th:

Monterey-Laguna Seca, CA; Cherry's Jubilee 2007 Motor Sports Festival; Hosted by Salinas Valley Memorial Hospital Foundation, www.svmhfoundation.org; Benefits the Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit; Entries for Classic Car (all model cars 1973 and older) $105, Sports & Special Interest (all models 1974 and newer) $95, Motorcycles (all makes and years) $35; Spectator fee at Laguna Seca $10; For more information and online entry form see www.cherrysjubilee.org. For questions call (831) 759-1836.

8th-9th:

Grass Valley, CA : "Cruisin' the Pines" Car Show; at the Nevada County Fairgrounds, 11228 McCourtney Rd. (near Hwy 20 & Hwy 49 junction). Hosted by the Roamin Angels Car Club. Profits go to local charities. Open to '72 and older American-made cars. $40 entrant fee includes Friday BBQ and dance, Saturday dance with live band, Sunday Poker Run, goodie bag and chance to win in over 50 trophy categories. $5 two-day spectator admission for show with over 850 cars, vendors, food, Craft Faire and more. For more info, call toll-free 1-866-432-8449 or go to www.roaminangels.com

8th:

Nice, CA: 4th Annual Scorchin' Torch Ride; Hosted by Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino, sponsored by Iron Pigs MC and benefiting Lake County Special Olympics. Bike/car show & shine, live entertainment, bike games, prizes, blackjack/slot tournaments, vendors, and more. $25 donation includes pin (first 200-250), tri-tip lunch and T-shirt. Register 9-11 a.m. Robinson Rancheria Resort & Casino, 1545 E. Hwy. 20. Info: 707-262-1269 or on the web at www.rrrc.com

9th:

Oceanside-La Jolla CA: 2nd Annual Beach'n 101 Cruise: Cruise the Historic US Highway 101 only inches from the sand, under the longest pier on the west coast and drive on the same track that million dollar horses call home. This is the ultimate cruise along funky retro beaches to High Dollar shops at La Jolla. You'll go back in time to enjoy your ride. 9:00 AM till 2:00 PM with awards and cash drawings at 3:00 PM, Del Mar Race Track "Where the Surf Meets the Turf". Registration at www.drivethe101.com Info: John Daley, Director (760) 439-1319; P O Box 942, Oceanside, CA 92049 johndaley@101cafe.net

15th:

From Arnold, CA to Markleville, CA: Come celebrate the recognition of the Ebbetts Pass Highway 4 corridor as a National Scenic Byway; one of only seven in CA and 125 across the entire United States! There will be food, music and other events taking place at each of 7 venues on September 15th. starting at 10 am. There will also be a passport event. Get stamped at each venue and be entered to win some great prizes - Season Ski pass to Bear Valley, a one night stay and dinner at The Historic Dorrington Hotel, season pass to the music events at Camp Connell to name a few. Live music at The Lube Room Saloon & Grill starting at 4:00 pm will be Top Dead Center - Rock 'n Roll... Check out the Ebbetts Pass Scenic Byway and the The Dorrington Hotel which will be one of the venues on the byway offering food and music; Car Clubs Welcome!! Info: Jock Piel, 209-795-5800

Buttonwillow, CA: Fall Farm Festival Car Show; Buttonwillow Park ( Hwy 58 & Meadow St.) Hosted by Buttonwillow Chamber of Commerce, Pre-registration entry fee $30.00, Benefits local youth sports programs & scholarships, Show open to all years, makes, & models (12 classes). For more information and registration form, please contact Mandy Scott (661) 213-7051. Click here for the flyer.

16th:

Vallejo, CA: The Nor-Cal Hot Rod & Cycle Swap Meet: Cars & Motorcycles - buy/sell/trade - new/used/vintage - dirt/race/street - Hi Performance/Hot Rod/Antique - cars/bikes/parts/accessories. Clean out your garage and turn those old parts into cash! Info: www.toppingevents.com or call (800) 762-9785

22nd:

Antioch, CA: Cars on the Green!; Sponsored by Bay Bombs Car Club-Contra Costa Chapter. Come and see a colorful array of autos, proudly shown by their owners, on the green lawns of the Antioch Historical Society Museum, 1500 4th Street. Spectators are FREE. Show Hours: 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Open to Pre-1974 Antique, Classic and Custom Cars - Welcome! * No alcoholic beverages or barbeques allowed. Entry Fee: $20.00 per car (pre-1974). Setup Time: 7:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Awards will be presented in the afternoon. Info: info@baybombs.com or check our webpage at http://www.baybombs.com/cars_on_the_green!.htm.

La Crescenta, CA: Hometown Country Fair: Show at Crescenta Valley Park, 3901 Dunsmore Ave., and hosted by Crescenta Valley Chamber of Commerce. A family fun day including old fashioned games and contests, carnival rides, live entertainment on stage, crafters & food. Trophies for winning car entries. Cost for pre entrants - $20 per vehicle, $25 at site, free to spectators. Show is open to pre 1973 vehicles. Info: Registration form; 818-248-4957 or. Jean Maluccio, email cvcoc@aol.com or phone (818) 248-4957, or Fax 818-248-9625, or on the web at www.lacrescenta.org.

Selma, CA; "Parkin' In The Park"; Show in Lincoln Park, corner of Rose and McCall Avenues, from 10am to 3pm. Sponsored by Selma Auto Mall, District Chamber of Commerce, & West Coast Waste. Open to Vehicles 1972 & Older, and all Motorcycles (Any Year). Cash Prizes - Best of Show $250.00 and Trophy (Winner will be featured on the 2008 Event T-Shirt). Additional Cash Prizes $100.00 for (Best of) Muscle Car, Street Rod, Modified, Truck, Interior, Engine, Stock, Custom, Convertible, Paint and Motorcycle. Early Registration $25.00 - (First 125 entries) includes Free Pancake Breakfast, T-Shirt, Door Prize Entry & Goodie Bag; day of event will be $30.00 per Registration (T-Shirt $20.00 and Breakfast $5.00 Sold Day of Event) not included in day of Event Registration. August 31, 2007. Show free to spectators. Car Corral /Show & Shine - Non-Judged Section - Eligible for Merchant Awards - Cars 1973 or newer welcome at the show with a Entry Fee of $10.00. Food Booths, Craft & Commercial Booths, Children's Play Area, Live Music. Info: Selma District Chamber of Commerce 1821 Tucker Street, Selma, CA 93662 (559) 891-

23rd:

Roseville, CA: Racing to a Cure; Racing will be at the All-American Speedway @ Roseville Fairgrounds: 800 All American City Blvd. Benefiting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation www.CFF.org: Spectator Racing will be donating 50% of the day's proceeds to the Sacramento CFF Chapter. $49.95 for a single 10 lap session, $119.95 for three - 10 lap sessions: racing against others, FREE lunch for drivers! Car, fire suit and helmet included in price. FREE for spectators...bring the whole family! Anyone age 16 and over can drive (any age can watch the races from the stands), manual transmission only. Contact Stephanie at 916-543-2031 or Cure_CF@excite.com, www.TeamFaithFULL.com Send check made payable to Spectator Racing to 667 Downing Cir, Lincoln, CA 95648...upon receipt of payment, you will receive a registration form with the track phone# to schedule your lap time session, which are every 15 minutes Cystic fibrosis is a life-threatening genetic lung disease that affects over 30,000 children and young adults in the United States. Fifty years ago, children with CF did not live long enough to attend elementary school. Today, because of Foundation-supported research and care, patients are living to a median age of almost 37! It is our sincere hope to add even more years to the lives of those struggling with cystic fibrosis. SPONSORSHIP/VENDOR Opportunities are available!

27th-October 6th:

Orlando, FL; Beverly Hills, CA: Fireball Run; “JJ” Sanchez, organizer of the Fireball Run, an annual 100 team Orlando to Beverly Hills adventure rally, today announced Beverly Hills as its final destination in its Race To Recover America’s Missing Children, a national awareness campaign for the Child Rescue Network. Teams will reach the “finish line” on October 6th at Sofitel Los Angeles between 3:00 and 5:00 pm, followed by a concorso and private reception at the hotel. The public is welcome to attend as the checkered flag announces the completion of this historic event. Fireball Run teams are on a mission; Recover America’s Missing Children. Each team is assigned a missing child. The child’s image and stats are affixed to the vehicle, creating a “rolling milk carton.” As the teams travel across the country they stop and ask, “Have you seen this child?” and leave a poster behind. The Race to Recover America’s Missing Children is the longest active recovery effort for missing or abducted children in history. Fireball Run is one of the largest annual coast to coast motoring events in the country, named in honor of late NASCAR legend, Glenn “Fireball” Roberts. NOT A RACE, Fireball Run teams are playing an interactive adventure game, networking, and meeting with community leaders. “The Fireball Run is a people’s event, comprised of the best our country has to offer; leaders of community and commerce sharing their affection for the open road while aiding in an effort to assist others,” said J. Sanchez, an avid rally driver, retired Air Force Crew Chief and entrepreneur. “The Fireball Run is a proud expression of automotive enthusiasm, rich in ethnic, cultural, and lifestyle diversity through both enterprise and community celebration.” About The Fireball Run; The invitational has attracted teams from around the world to play the 3,500-mile, nine-day adventure game. Notable entries include an all-woman Bentley Team, a 1960’s Batmobile, a team of Orlando firefighters, a $750,000.00 motor coach, and the actual ambulance used in the 1980 hit film “The Cannonball Run.”

28th-30th:

Springfield, IL: 6th annual International Route 66 Mother Road Festival & Car Show; In the historic downtown district surrounding the Old State Capitol Plaza. Produced by Illinois Route 66 Events, Inc. 1,000 custom, vintage & performance vehicles displayed; club registrations welcome. Online registration, $40; onsite registration, $50. Free admission for spectators. Cruise, burnout contest, Restoration Alley & Gasoline Alley demonstrations. Free outdoor music. Swap meet & commercial food & product vendors. Car show awards on Sunday. Sock Hop with live music Sat nite (the only ticketed event). www.route66fest.com. Lynn Durham, (217) 422-3733, durham@pietalent.com.

29th:

Costa Mesa, CA: 8th Annual Cruisin' For A Cure; At the Orange County Fair & Expo. Info: www.cruisinforacure.com

Lemoore, CA: 20th Annual Cars in the Park Car Show; Sponsored by The Lemoore Chamber of Commerce, show will be at Lemoore City Park, Bush & Fox Street. The Lemoore Chamber of Commerce is revvin' up for their annual car show to be held on Saturday September 29, 2007 from 10am to 4pm. There will be 37 different classes of vehicles. There will be food, and merchandise vendors and a variety of entertainment throughout the day. The first hundred entries will receive a FREE car show tee-shirt. First, Second, & Third place winners will receive a plaque. For more information, entry forms, or vendor applications, contact The Lemoore Chamber of Commerce at 559.924.6401 To Register: call Michele McGee at 559.924.6401 or e-mail downtown@lemoorechamberofcommerce.com

Laytonville CA: Boomers 3rd Annual Car Show & 50's Dance; Show at the North end of Laytonville. Cost for entrants, $25.00, free to spectators. Show is open to all types of vehicles. Info: (707) 984-6534, laytonvillejim@yahoo.com How to get registration form, go to aboutboomers.mysite.com

Torrance, CA: Open House at the Toyota Museum; open house is for individuals and car clubs, from 10 AM until 2 PM. Entrance to the museum is FREE and so is the parking. The Toyota Museum is chocked full of cars from the last fifty years - since the marque made its way into the United States. You will get to see and examine some of the earliest Toyotas sold in the U.S., as well as a variety of newer Toyotas and Lexus, prototype cars and some very unusual vehicles. Many of the cars are completely original; others have been meticulously restored. Take your time and wander through the cars and see what made Toyota the giant company that it has become today. Help celebrate Toyota's Fiftieth Birthday in the U.S. as the guest of Toyota and Susan Sanborn, Museum Curator. The Toyota Museum is located at 2076 West Artesia Blvd., between Van Ness Avenue and Western Avenue. Coming from the west, the museum will be on your right as you pass Van Ness Avenue. Coming from the east, make a U-turn at Van Ness, and look for the bright blue awning. The Toyota Museum is NOT open on a regular schedule. This is a rare opportunity to visit and enjoy Toyota's special anniversary. Bring your family, bring your friends, bring your car club or come alone. Drive a new car or an old one. You are welcome in anything that you drive. This will be a special day with a number of car clubs visiting. We would especially like to see ORPHAN marques on that day. Don't forget SEPTEMBER 29, 2007 from 10AM to 2PM.

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