Upcoming Connecticut Antique Auto Events for the Shoreline Area, and Beyond...

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*We are now in process of building up our 2024 event listings... The 2024s are being highlighted in LIME... As always, we welcome you to please send us your CT Shoreline-area old car event listings (NOTE - we make no claim to be "state-comprehensive" with our car event listings--there are many other excellent resources out there for event listings to the east, west, and north of us--our "sweet spot" for event listings, and what we naturally give priority to, is the central part of the CT Shoreline).

This Calendar is originated and periodically updated by the Shoreline Antique Auto Connection, a not-for-profit enterprise run for antique auto enthusiasts, by antique auto enthusiasts. As the information presented here is gleaned from a WIDE variety of sources, there is no way we can vouch for the truth or accuracy of anything, and we STRONGLY suggest you get in touch with the applicable event contacts listed, to make sure the event is indeed going to be held (especially before you make a long trip to attend!). Thank you. SAAC, P.O. Box 3353, Stony Creek, CT 06405, e-mail CommonGear@aol.com, web site http://www.shorelineantiqueautoconnection.com/ . Please send your CT Shoreline-area event listings for inclusion here (non-marque-specific events preferred).

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APRIL 10, 2024, Wednesday, Wallingford – “…’Captain Sea’s Car Show,’ 4pm-9:30pm, at Captain Seas, 905 North Colony Road, Wallingford, CT… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1059384288488885): “…Captain Seas in Wallingford is changing locations! To help with their relocation, we are having a car show April 10th. The rain date is the 11th. Dust off your hotrod, or classic, and attend a show after 4pm. The address is 905 North Colony Road, Wallingford. I will repost this the week before and we hope to see you and your ride there!...”... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/2/2024)

APRIL 13, 2024, Saturday, North Haven – “…Moonrise Café Presents ‘Cars & Coffee’…”… Saturday, April 13, 2024, 9am-12pm, at Moonrise Café, 2 Broadway, North Haven, CT… 203-780-8139… moonrisecafe@outlook.com … Join us! See some cool cars, have some coffee, & breakfast!... Discounted coffee & breakfast sandwiches available… Supporting “Thin Lines Peer Support Team, Inc.” – “No one fights alone”…”… webmaster’s note – We transcribed all of the above info from a flyer that was posted within the past few days on the Facebook system by Danny D’Antonio (https://www.facebook.com/ddantonio3/) on the “CT Car Shows & Meets” group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctcarshows/)… Make sure also to visit “Thin Lines Peer Support Team’s” Facebook page (& give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there), online at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091313740187 …. (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/9/2024)

APRIL 13 & 14, 2024, Saturday & Sunday, Brooklyn – “…The 15th Annual ‘Brooklyn Swap Meet’… Brooklyn Fair Grounds, Route 169, Brooklyn, CT… Saturday & Sunday, April 13th & 14th… Admission $5… Gates open 7am… Buy, Sell, Giveaway… Vendors: Outside $20, Inside $30… Vendor gate open 6am daily… Friday setup 2pm-8pm… Contact Dave at 860-942-1129…”… More info - Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/358029263874123/) which also displays the official flyer, from which all of the above info was transcribed: “…$5.00 Admission, starting 7 AM Both days… $20 vendor spots for outdoor spots… See flyer for more details…”… Even more info – Here’s the official Facebook page for the Brooklyn Swap Meet (be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/brooklynswapmeet/ … And here’s the “Directions” page from the Brooklyn Fair web site: https://brooklynfair.org/directions-parking/ … (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/23/2024)

APRIL 14 , 2024, Sunday, Darien – Season opener for “…2024 Cars & Coffee Darien – Every 2nd Sunday of the Month At Goodwives Shopping Center – Held on the Site of the Original Cannonball…”… Quoting from Eric Richmond’s (https://www.facebook.com/erichmond53/) post of 1/9/2024 to his Facebook page: “…Announcing the 2024 schedule for Cars and Coffee Darien, 2nd Sunday of every month starting Sunday, April, 14th. Full details are at (the following page): https://carsandcoffeedarien.com/2024-cars-coffee-darien-event-schedule/ … (and quoting from the April “Season Opener” page - https://carsandcoffeedarien.com/event/cars-and-coffee-darien-season-opener/):  “…Join us for our 2nd season opener, April 14th, 2024 at Goodwives Shopping Center. Gates open at 7:00 am, event ends at 10:30 am… Judging begins at 8:00 am; Trophies awarded at 10:00 am, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, Peoples Choice… 50/50 raffle… Food and coffee from Aux Delices…”…Additional note - And from what I can see, from looking at that page, it looks like spectators are free, pre-registered exhibitors are $10 (and it also appears that “day of” exhibitor parking is $15)… More info: Goodwives Shopping Center is located at 25 Old Kings Highway North, Darien, CT 06820… Contact: phone = 203-803-1287, e-mail = darien@carsandcoffeeevents.com … main web site = https://carsandcoffeedarien.com/ … Full list of 2024 dates (transcribed from the flyer shown at the main event page): April 14 … May 12 … June 9 … July 14 … August 11 … September 8 … October 13 … November 10 ... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/15/2024)

APRIL 14, 2024, Sunday, Derby – “…Mike and Ernie Present the ‘Heav’nly Donuts Fill The Crosley Dust Off Car Cruise To Collect Food Donations For The Spooner House’… 12pm-5pm, at Heav’nly Donuts, 653 New Haven Avenue, Derby, CT…”… You know the drill: Gather up your nonperishable food donations, dust off your classic car, and head down to Heav’nly Donuts on Route 34 in Derby to enjoy a wonderful afternoon catching up with fellow car enthusiasts, and at the same time providing some needed food supplies to The Spooner House of Shelton, to help out those less fortunate! You’ll feel good all over!... Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1083317842750395 ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

APRIL 14, 2024, Sunday, Wallingford – “…Connecticut Street Rod Association Presents ‘CSRA’s Annual Dust-Off & NSRA Inspection’…”… Sunday, April 14, 2024, starts at 8:00am… Coffee & donuts for early risers… Lite lunch: hot dogs & chips… Connecticut Street Rod Association, 316 Woodhouse Road, Wallingford, CT… Bring your hot rod, street rod, antique, muscle car, custom car, etc… Rain or shine!...”… webmaster’s note – The above info was transcribed from a flyer posted by CSRA on their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082991389531) within the past few days… We’re happy to help spread the word… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/9/2024)

APRIL 16, 2024, Tuesday, Trumbull – Season opener for: “…’Trumbull Classic Car Shows,’ 4:00pm to 8:00pm, at Crown Pizza, 5663 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611… DJ, food, 50/50, & trophies… All show cars welcome!... Information: https://trumbullclassiccarshows.com … List of dates: April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, 2024…”… webmaster’s note – The above info was transcribed from a post by Felix Andreoni (https://www.facebook.com/felx.andreoni.7), within the last day or so, to the “CT Car Shows and Cruise” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/335579133203791)… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/2/2024)

APRIL 18, 2024, Thursday, Milford – Season opener for: “…’Cruisin’ East Car Club Presents: The Thursday Night Cruise at Goodie’s Drive-In,’ 5-8pm, 170 Cherry Street, Milford, CT… April 18th through October 2024… Food, music, giveaways, trivia… Cut-off 1985… ‘…Cruising the way it used to be…’…”… webmaster’s note – Thanks to our long-time old car friend Will Fleming (https://www.facebook.com/will.fleming66) for passing along the flyer for this event (from which all of the above info was transcribed) via the Facebook system just a couple of days ago, and we’re more than happy to add it to our calendar! We’ve attended many Goodie’s of Milford classic car cruise nights over the year and it’s always a cool vibe, with great old cars and friendly folks!... More info – Here’s the Goodies of Milford official web site: https://goodiesmilford.com/ and here’s their official Facebook page (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/goodiesmilford/ ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/12/2024)

APRIL 20, 2024, Saturday, Hamden – “…’6th Annual Quinnipiac Spring Car Show,’ 9:00am to 3:00pm, at Quinnipiac York Hill Campus/M&T Arena Parking Lot, 305 Sherman Avenue, Hamden CT 06518…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1784280535391375/): “…You have all been waiting for it, here it is. We are back for another year… Our Annual Spring car Show is ON!... Join us April 20th from 9:00am - 3:00pm on York Hill Campuz - M&T Arena Parking Lot for our biggest event of the year, filled with plenty of food, music, friends, vendors, and of course plenty of cars. Along with our beloved limbo and exhaust competition and plenty of trophies to be won!.. A portion of our proceeds will be going to Seymour Pink in support of breast cancer awareness… Make sure to pre-register to ensure your spot this year!... (links, maps, and directions will all be posted on this page as well as any questions regarding the show. please follow us on our instagram @qucarclub to stay up to date on any news or changes)…”… And some more info from the flyer that was also part of the FB event page: “…Raffles, trophies, food trucks, music! Limbo/Exhaust comp! Show cars $10; spectators free… Email us for VIP and Vendor Spots…”… And there you have it… (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/8/2024)

APRIL 20, 2024, Saturday, Groton – “…’The Southeastern Connecticut Mustang Club (SCMC) Presents The Annual Spring Opener at AutoZone Groton,’ 720 Long Hill Road, Groton, CT 06340, Saturday, April 20, 2024, Noon to 3:00pm… ‘…Come join us for our Annual Spring Opener! All cars and trucks are welcome, no cut-off dates… This is a show & shine event, to get our rides ready for the season, to catch up with our friends, and make new friends too!... For the latest info see our Facebook page: www.Facebook.com/SCMC1 ...’... webmaster’s note – All of the above info came from the official event flyer posted by our friends the SCMC (who keep up on pretty much any & all car stuff going on in Southeastern CT) on their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/SCMC1 - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”!)) within the last day or so. Along with the flyer was the following word text: “…It's official - our Annual Spring Opener at AutoZone in Groton has been set for Saturday, April 20th, starting at Noon. We always start the season here because this is where our club began 25 years ago. So mark your calendars and plan to join us as we kick off the 2024 season. Details are in the flyer and we hope to see everyone there!...”… And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/13/2024)

APRIL 20, 2024, Saturday, New Haven – “…B6Motorsports & NEDS Present ‘Season Opener National Donate Life Month Meet – Encouraging and Celebrating Organ Donation’… Merchandise, snacks, all makes and models… 11am to 2pm, at Lighthouse Park, 21 Lighthouse Road, New Haven, CT…”… webmaster’s note – The above info came from a flyer that our friend Adam Goldstein (https://www.facebook.com/adam.goldstein.188) posted on the Facebook system within the last day or so, along with this note: “Come Support Donate Life CT!”… Thanks Adam, and we are pleased to help spread the word! ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

APRIL 20, 2024, Saturday, New Milford-Sherman (& Lime Rock - optional) – “…Connecticut Valley Region – Porsche Club of America, and Michael Anderson Presents ‘Lake Waramaug Coffee Run’…”… Quoting from the dedicated event page (https://cvrpca.com/event/apr-20-lake-waramaug-coffee-run/) at the CVR-PCA’s web site: “…Starting point: New Milford Green (Main Street), New Milford, CT. Park anywhere along it; coffee, restroom within walking distance, gasoline around the corner… Drivers meeting at 8:00 a.m., on the road at 8:30 a.m. The total drive time (with optional extension to Lime Rock Park for the 2024 CVR Club Race) is 3.5 hours… Our drive will take us up to and around Lake Waramaug, stopping 15-20 minutes at Sacred Grounds Coffee, Sherman CT for coffee and restroom. Onward for a 30 minute visit with Scott Lyman @ The Third Garage Porsche Restoration in New Milford. From there you may choose from many great lunch places on the New Milford Green…. Ending point:  Those interested will continue the run up to Lime Rock Park for the Club Races where we should arrive around noon for lunch from the concession stands. Each individual is responsible for paying for their lunch… If you have any questions please contact Michael at anderson@hartford.edu …”… Sounds cool!... webmaster’s note – This event is being produced by a long-time VW & Porsche friend of Diane’s, Michael Anderson, so I’m going to guess this will be on our “must attend” list… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/22/2024)

APRIL 21, 2024, Sunday, Wallingford – “…Connecticut Street Rod Association’s ‘Cars & Coffee’…”… Sunday, April 21, 2024, 8am to 12pm, at the CSRA Clubhouse, 316 Woodhouse Avenue, Wallingford, CT… ‘…Bring your hot rod, classic car, custom., muscle car, beater, or whatever! Do some bench racing and enjoy the hospitality of CSRA!... Rain or Shine: It’s OK to bring your Daily Driver on a rainy day! Sometimes there is even live music!,,, Thanks for coming! We appreciate your bringing your awesome rides!...”… webmaster’s note – We transcribed all of the above info from a flyer that was posted within the past few days on the CSRA’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082991389531), flyer designed by CSRA’s Laura Sangiovanni… These are fun & informal gatherings—very nice job by CSRA continuing this traditionthroughout the year (I’ve been to one in December, and one in February recently!), believe always the third Sunday of the month… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/9/2024)

APRIL 21, 2024, Sunday, Branford – “…New England 944 and Coppola Customs Present ‘Cars & Coffee’…”… Sunday, April 21, 2024, 8:30am to 11:00am, at the Coppola Customs, 11 Business Park Road, Branford, CT… webmaster’s note – The above info was transcribed from a flyer posted within the past few days by Danny Suponski (https://www.facebook.com/danny.suponski/) onto the “CT Car Shows & Cruise” Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/335579133203791/ … More info – Please be sure to check out Coppola Customs LLC on their Facebook page also (https://www.facebook.com/coppolacustomsllc), they are nice folks and host a lot of great car events, right in little old Branford, CT at their beautiful headquarters, easy on/off at Exit 56!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/9/2024)

APRIL 21, 2024, Sunday, Guilford – Not Quite the Season Opener (sorry we did not get this one onto the calendar sooner!)  for: “…2024 Season of ‘CT Shoreline Cars & Coffee,’ Every Other Sunday, 9-11am, at Moroso Performance Products, 80 Carter Drive, Guilford - $2 minimum entry feel to help with operating costs……”… Quoting from the Facebook event page for the next upcoming one, which will be this coming Sunday, April 21st, ref: https://www.facebook.com/events/804579701727091/): “…We are a group of car enthusiasts who get together every other Sunday from 9-11am at Moroso Performance located at 80 Carter Drive in Guilford, CT to enjoy each others’ rides. Our motto "If it has wheels bring it!... We like dogs too!" This is not a car show just a meet up and judgement free so bring your progress cars. The Perkins Family Farm will be there serving up their delicious egg sandwiches and fresh hot coffee. No burnouts, no speeding to and from the event and no excessive engine revving. $2 minimum per car and spectators…”… We also visited their official web site, where you can access a monthly calendar to know exactly when the next one’s going to be happening: https://www.ctshorelinecarsandcoffee.com/ - And here’s some more info about the event and the organizers that’s published there: “…WHO WE ARE… We are a group of car enthusiasts who began meeting in 2020 during Covid as a way to get outside and enjoy each others automobiles… Our motto is "If it has wheels, bring it...and we like dogs too". Everyone is welcome... classic cars, antique cars, muscle cars, foreign cars, project cars (in progress too), old cars, new cars, bikes and trucks!... We meet every other Sunday at Moroso Performance Products at 80 Carter Drive, Guilford, CT. Coffee / breakfast items can be purchased at the event. There is a minimum entrance fee of $2 per car/spectator as well as a free will donation bucket to a cover our costs with any additional funds going to charity… There is no judgement and nooooooo burnouts, no speeding and no engine revving. It's not that kind of meet up…”… And finally, don’t forget to visit their official Facebook page, and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there: https://www.facebook.com/ctshorelinecarsandcoffee ... webmaster’s note – Can’t say enough good things about these “CT Shoreline Cars & Coffee” events and the good folks who organize them. They have brought SO MANY good times and good vibes to the local Shoreline-area automobile enthusiast scene! And that certainly includes the Moroso folks as well, who host these events on their beautiful corporate campus, right off of the Goose Lane Exit (#59) in Guilford!... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/19/2024)

APRIL 21, 2024, Sunday, West Haven – “…University of New Haven Presents: ‘Imports & Domestics Car Show - #FORCONOR’…”… Quoting the event flyer that we saw posted within the last day or so on the “Car Shows N’ Events” Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/248131808901525), by Gary Kingsley (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082574400901): “…University of New Haven Imports & Domestics Car Show, April 21st, 10am-3pm; trophies 1pm-2pm… Show parking: Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516… Spectator parking: 41 Alling Street, West Haven, CT 06516… $5 for show cars; $10 for VIP parking; spectators free!... No revving, no burnouts, no loud music…”… And there you have it… Additional info – I just ran across another different flyer for this same event posted at a different Facebook page (“CT Car Shows & Meets,” group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1524365154519600), and it contained some additional useful info, which I’ll transcribe as follows: First of all, the car show itself is indicated to be happening at the Railroad Salvage parking lot, which is on the other side of Campbell Avenue; it says to “Input ‘Railroad Salvage’ or ‘1131 Campbell Avenue, West Haven, CT’ into your GPS.”… The Spectator Parking is specifically indicated to be at “University Student Hall, 41 Alling St., West Haven, CT; lot can be entered on 1stAvenue”… Other features are “vendors, music, best car awards, low car limbo”… And then finally, for those of you who may be Instagram-compatible, it says: “Follow us on Instagram for more info: UNH_IMPORTS_DOMESTICS”… And there you have it, once again!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/28/2024)

APRIL 21, 2024, Sunday, Madison – “…North East Volkswagen Club (NEVC) Presents ‘5th Annual Season Opener’…”… 10:30am, Sunday, April 21, 2024, at Hammonasset Beach State Park, 1288 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT 06443… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/706168715048172): “…Time for our season opener. We will meet at Hammonasset. Please be respectful and don’t do anything stupid that gets us kicked out…”… More info – Please also be sure to check out the NEVC’s official Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/nevwc/ … (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/22/2024)

APRIL 21, 2024, Sunday, Westport – New Canaan – “…Small Car Company Aircooled in Conjunction with Curran VW & Hagerty Present ‘Time For a… Spring Fling!’… Sunday, April 21, 2024… Meet 9:30am for Coffee & Catch-Up at Compo Beach, Westport, CT 06880 (South Beach at the Cannons)… Depart 10:30am… Finish 12:00-ish at Zumbach’s Gourmet Coffee, 77 Pine Street, New Canaan, CT 06840… Pre-registration not required… More info: dave@smallcarcompany.org … Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1321827245181175 ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

APRIL 21, 2024, Sunday, Stafford Springs – “…Vikin’ Productions Presents Connecticut’s Largest Annual Spring Motorcycle Swap Meet – Including Antique/Custom Bike Show…”… April 21st, 2024, at Stafford Speedway, 55 West Street, Stafford Springs, CT… 6am vendor set-up, 7am general public, to 4pm, rain or shine… Admission $15, vendor spaces (10’x20’) $35… Military veterans discount $5 off admission with valid ID… Bike show $15, bike corral $15… Vehicles with trailers are subject to extra fees… ‘… All makes & models motorcycles welcomed!...’… Music by Ron Jones… Watch for our upcoming 2024 dates coming soon… Like us on Facebook @ Vikin Productions… Directions: https://staffordmotorspeedway.com/ … For more info contacts: 860-978-2861, or e-mail vikinproductions53@gmail.com …”…  More info – Please be sure to check out the Vikin Productions Facebook page (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/VikinProductions ... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/15/2024)

APRIL 24, 2024, Wednesday, Wallingford – Season Opener for: “…’Scoopy’s Ice Cream Shop Presents ‘Car Cruise Nights’… Scoopy’s Ice Cream Shop, 250 Main Street, Wallingford, CT, Car Cruise Nights… ‘…Come join fellow car enthusiasts, starting on April 24th, 2024… Every Wednesday night (weather permitting)… No fee, just enjoy all of the cars, friends, families, and some delicious ice cream… Scoopy’s offers milkshakes, freshly baked cookie ice cream sandwiches made to order with your favorite flavor, freshly made waffle cones and waffle dishes, all different kinds of toppings, ice cream flavors, sundaes, and tons of Italian Ice flavors…’… For any questions contact Dan 203-988-0826…”… More info – All of the above info was transcribed by a flyer posted by Dan Hennessey (https://www.facebook.com/Danhennessey3/) on the “CT Car Shows & Meets” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctcarshows/) within the past day or so… Even more info - Here’s also the “Scoopy’s” Facebook page (please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092008884367 … (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/11/2024)

APRIL 25, 2024, Thursday, Prospect – “…’Prospect Car Club at Señor Pancho’s’… 5pm-8pm, at Señor Pancho’s of Prospect, 280 Cheshire Road, Prospect, CT 06712…”… webmaster’s note – I saw a brief blurb for this event within the past few days, posted at one of the CT car events Facebook group pages, and as was apparently originally posted by Anita Bresnahan (https://www.facebook.com/anita.bresnahan). I’m gonna guess this might be the opening night for an ongoing Thursday night cruise night series at this location (if I remember correctly from last year’s event listings)… More info – Please be sure to check out the Prospect Car Club’s Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/836339507294034 , and also the Señor Pancho’s of Prospect Facebook page (please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) at: https://www.facebook.com/SPProspect ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 12/28/2023)

APRIL 27, 2024, Saturday, Guilford – “…SJ Shop CT Presents ‘SJ Shop Spring Cruise-In,’ 10am-1pm, at SJ Shop, 1700 Boston Post Road, Guilford, CT 06437… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/398649792872392): “…Bring your cars, trucks, or bikes down for our Season Opener Cruise-In!... APRIL 27th, from 10am-1pm @ 1700 Boston Post Rd, Guilford CT… Complimentary coffee and donuts will be available. We will also have the shop and showroom doors open for walkthroughs or purchases…”… More info – Please be sure to check out the SJ Shop CT’s official Facebook page, and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there, online at: https://www.facebook.com/sjshop.ct ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/2/2024)

APRIL 27, 2024, Saturday, Deep River – “…Abingdon Spares Presents Another ‘GENUINE Bring Both Cars & Coffee,’ at the ‘Old’ Abingdon Spares Location… Quoting from Ed Cooke’s e-mail (ed@abingdonspares.com) dated 4/1/2024: “…Hello Steve, We are planning to have another Cars & Coffee at the "old" Abingdon Spares location in Deep River, CT again. Could you please add this listing to your great website calendar… Thanks very much, Ed… ‘…First of the Season Cars & Coffee! GENUINE Cars & No Coffee is On for Saturday, April 27th, 2024, 9-12 Noon… GENUINE Cars & Coffee "Bring Both!" at the "old" Abingdon Spares location. Saturday April 27th, 2024… Join us again at the former Abingdon Spares location for GENUINE Cars & No Coffee on Saturday morning, April 27th  from 9-12 noon. It will be a beautiful spring morning for a ride in your sporty car. Bring your sports car or "come as you are" and bring your coffee! All are welcome! See you then, 900 Industrial Park Road, Deep River, CT… Ed Cooke, ed@abingdonspares.com , Abingdon Spares, Cell: 860.306.8066 , abingdonspares.com …’…”… Thanks Ed! Glad to help spread the word! Participants please remember to “Bring Both” (your own coffee, and of course, your own car)’ we’ve attended a couple of these over the years, and they are a fun & informal car enthusiast gathering, with all sorts of cars typically showing up (not just British sports cars)!... *4/10/2024 EVENT UPDATES PER ED COOKE – Quoting from Ed’s e-mail note (ed@abingdonspares.com) dated 4/10/2024: “…Hello Steve, Thanks for getting that on the calendar. The Connecticut MG Club has agreed to provide the coffee and donuts free of charge. So it is no longer a Cars & No Coffee, it is a genuine Cars & Coffee! Thanks to the CT MG Club for their generous support… Could you update the listing when you have time… Thanks again, Ed…”… Awesome! Thanks Ed for the updates and Nice Job by the CT MG Club!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/2/2024; updated event info incorporated into this listing as of 4/10/2024)

APRIL 27, 2024, Saturday, Portland – “…’Kenny Fletcher Memorial Cruise Night at Valli Construction’… 3pm-7pm, at 22 Sand Hill Road, Portland, CT… Rain date = May 4th (also a Saturday)…”… webmaster’s note – Thanks to the good folks behind this long-running event (now I *think* celebrating its 10th year?!) that celebrates the life of the late Kenny Fletcher, a military veteran who loved his town and his country (please be sure to read the obituary of this outstanding man who God took from this world too soon: https://www.legacy.com/us/obituaries/middletownpress/name/kenneth-fletcher-obituary?id=20577831) , and also raises funds for worthy causes in town. I will be sure to beef up this listing with additional details as they become available, but for now, big thanks once again to the organizers, who responded very helpfully to my recent inquiry about the date of the 2024 version, and I also wish to pass along the official Facebook page for the event: https://www.facebook.com/p/Kenny-Fletcher-Memorial-Cruise-Night-100069390725582/ (please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) ... One more additional note – Please also be sure to visit the Facebook page for Valli’s Construction, and give ‘em a “Like” also: https://www.facebook.com/ValliConstruction/ … *2/12/2024 UPDATE – OFFICIAL 2024 FLYER HAS BEEN RELEASED – I found the 2024 flyer posted on theFacebook system within the past few days, and will transcribe it in full here: “…Kenny Fletcher Memorial Car Show at Valli’s 2024… April 27th, 3:00pm to 7:00pm… Rain date = May 4th… 22 Sand Hill Road, Portland, CT… Show car entry fee $10, cash only; spectators free… Dash plaques to the first 200 cars… 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place trophies… Music, food, refreshments… Donations are greatly appreciated – Cash or make checks payable to B.T. Charities Inc… ‘…All proceeds go to the Portland High School Class of 2024 Project Graduation, Portland Zion Lutheran Church, Middlesex Hospice, Portland Food Bank, Portland VFW Post 6121, and Middlesex Cancer Center…’… Absolutely no pets… (Info) Michael Brown at 860-982-3227, Michael Bellobuono at 860-707-4231…”… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/24/2024; full transcription of Official 2024 Flyer added to this listing as of 2/12/2024)

APRIL 27, 2024, Saturday, Milford – “…Platt Tech Presents ‘Annual Car Show Sponsored by SkillsUSA’… April 27th, 2024, 12pm-5pm, at Platt Tech, 600 Orange Avenue, Milford, CT 06461… Admission through donations… $10 show car admission, $15 VIP Parking… Music, good, raffles, vendor… Want to be a food and craft vendor? Contact shannon.cozza@cttech.org or allorra.hildebrand@cttech.org … webmaster’s note – The above info came from a flyer posted by Shannon Cozza on the “CT Car Shows and Meets” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/247943463484018/) within the past day or so... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

APRIL 27, 2024, Saturday, New Milford – “…’New Milford High School Grad Party Car Show 2024 – Sponsored by New Milford High School’s Grad Party Committee’… “… ‘This is the first car show hosted by New Milford High School’s Grad Party Committee for the 2024 Senior Class!’… Saturday, April 27, 2024, 11:00am – 3:00pm… Raffles, music, food trucks, giveaways, and more… Venue: New Milford High School, 388 Danbury Road, New Milford, CT 06776…”… webmaster’s note – I transcribed what I could from what appears to be the official event info page, which is located online at: https://tickets.thefoat.com/NMHSGradpartyCarshow/event-243627/clear_cart-1 - and it appears that you can pre-order your car show admission, and various other levels of participation. Suggest you go and view the web site, and/or contact the organizers for more info at: nmhsgradparty@gmail.com … And there you have it… *1/28/2024 UPDATE - FACEBOOK EVENT PAGE NOW AVAILABLE - Thanks to our friend Miguel for passing along the link for the Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/299376329386118/ ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/26/2024; Facebook event page link added to this listing as of 1/28/2024)

APRIL 27, 2024, Saturday, Carlisle (PENNSYLVANIA) – “…’Central PA Porsche-Only Swap Meet’… 8:30am-3:00pm, at Carlisle Fairgrounds, 1000 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013…”… webmaster’s note – Thanks to Typ356NE “Tub Times” newsletter editor Ed Tobolski for getting this one published before I did! Thanks Ed for the tip! Never too early to start planning for this one! … Info - https://cpa-pca.org/events/2024/4-24/swap/index.html ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/2/2024)

APRIL 28, 2024, Sunday, North Haven – “…’TheLAB CT Season Opener’… 12pm-3pm, at The LAB: Legends Auto Boutique, 150 Universal Drive, North Haven, CT 06473…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/385981580942892): “…Welcome to our long anticipated season opener car show here at The LAB! We are proud to invite everyone viewing this to the season opener on Sunday, April 28th, 12-3 p.m. Tickets have been linked and are also available for purchase on our website…”… Tickets Link: https://thelabct.com/pages/opener?fbclid=IwAR051lxrxqY7Vl9Dm9G8yVP5-5gFZiVBZlbi7jpDEgoewpg6h3bscBCdUgE_aem_AZ5IlFb8nlCXhjWD6Vi5p4KcUhQEo5i4THOv9H6LpT0oXwT5YX3EQpk5_ZEoASbzHijBETLyLTWtUgxAUXa3Aoij …”… More info – Please also be sure to check out their Facebook page (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/legendsautoboutique ... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/12/2024)

APRIL 28, 2024, Sunday, East Hartford – “…’UC3 Spring Show 2024’… 9am-3pm, at Rentschler Field, 615 Silver Lane, East Hartford 06118…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1207770073960571): “…We welcome you to join us for our 20th annual Spring Show at Rentschler Field! Here are some important event details: Location: Rentschler Field, 615 Silver Ln, East Hartford, CT 06118… Time: Gates open at 9am. Awards will be announced at 2pm. Show concludes at 3pm… Cost: $20 to show a car, $10 to spectate. Cash entrance at gate, no presale tickets. Kids under 12 are free to enter… We will have 1st place and runner up for 10 award categories. These categories include best Euro, JDM, Domestic, and Classic… Dozens of vendors will be on site including food and merchandise… All automotive enthusiasts are welcome to our show. Every year we have 1000s of cars attend ranging from historic vehicles to exotics… When you enter you are participating at your own risk. East Harford and State Police will be on site and giving out tickets for any reckless behavior… Questions? Please email us at uc3carclub@gmail.com …”… More info – Please also be sure to check out the official Facebook page for “UC3 – United Car club CT” (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/UC3CarClub ... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/6/2024)

APRIL 28, 2024, Sunday, East Hampton – “…’Belltown Antique Car Club’s 49th Annual Antique Engine & Tractor Meet’… “...Join BACC on Sunday, April 28, 2024 for beautiful displays of gas engines and vintage tractors, hard-to-find parts for your projects, and a flea market with hobby-related collectibles…”… webmaster’s note – Doesn’t appear too much info is available right now about the 2024 event, beyond the date and location—I did look at the 2023 flyer, which is still posted at the dedicated page (https://www.belltownantiquecarclub.org/gallery-3), and the show location and show hours are listed as follows (and presumably will be the same for the 2024 version): “…Location = Firemen’s recreation area at Salmon River State Park, Rt. 16, East Hampton, CT; entrance across from the Comstock Covered Bridge… Show Hours: 8am to 3pm, rain or shine, field conditions permitting…”… ALSO: “…Please note – no non-hobby items may be sold in the flea market area…”…  For more info: belltowncarclub@gmail.com … And that’s all the info that’s available right now. We’ll do our best to beef up the listing as more event info gets published… One more bit of info to pass along – Please do be sure to check out the BACC’s official Facebook page, and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there: https://www.facebook.com/BelltownACC ... *1/26/2024 EVENT UPDATES & INFORMATION - We found a copy of the official flyer for the 2024 event as part of the *electronic version* of the February 2024 issue of the BACC official newsletter, “The Belltown Bulletin” (Dan David, editor), and will transcribe it here, as follows: “…The Belltown Antique Car Club Presents ‘The 49th Annual Antique Engine & Tractor Meet – Always the last Sunday in April’… Location: Firemen’s recreation area at Salmon River State Park, Rte. 16, East Hampton, CT (entrance across from the Comstock Covered Bridge)… Show hours: 8am to 3pm; rain or shine, field conditions permitting… No charge for admission or parking—applies to exhibitors, vendors, and spectators—Donations Accepted… Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult… Food & refreshments provided by the East Hampton Lions Club… Important Note to Flea Market Vendors: Due to our use permit for the show field, flea market vending will be restricted to items related to the engine and tractor hobbies. Household items, plants, and general merchandise will not be allowed on the field. Display and sale of guns and knives is forbidden. No unauthorized food sales… Show updates and information: www.belltownantiquecarclub.org , Peter Christianson 860-510-3340… BACC’s Other 2024 Show: “57th Annual Belltown Vintage Motorcar Meet, Sunday, August 4th, Haddam Neck Fairgrounds, Haddam Neck, CT…”… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/25/2024; additional event information, as per the official event flyer, was added to this listing as of 1/26/2024)

APRIL 28, 2024, Sunday, Fitchburg, (MASSACHUSETTS) – “…’3rd Annual Wing & Wheels’ – In Conjunction with the Early Ford V-8 Club of New England’s ‘52nd Annual Swap Meet & Car Show’… Sunday, April 28th, 2024, 8:00am – 1:00pm, at Fitchburg Airport, Fitchburg, MA… Rain or shine—come prepared!… Sorry no pets… Exit 99B or 100 off of Route 2… All automotive makes, antiques, classics, rods, customs, trucks, vintage toys, automobilia, petroliana… New: Collector T-Shirts designed by The Junkyard Artist… More than one mile of vendor space available… Visit us on Facebook: Early Ford V8 Club of New England… Advance registration required, vendor set-up: 6:00am-8:00am… No vending of any political material… $10 general admission per person (children under 12 free)… Free parking… Free dash plaque to the first 500 show cars…”… webmaster’s note – I transcribed all of the above from a flyer that’s posted on the Early Ford V8 Club of New England’s Facebook page, which is located online at: https://www.facebook.com/v8clubofnewengland - and besides my usual advice to “Please visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there,” I would also like to mention that the flyer that they posted on their page within the last day or so, has the “VENDOR REGISTRATION FORM” incorporated at the bottom, so you will need to go there and download a copy, print it out, fill it out, and send it in to the specified address, ON OR BEFORE FEBRUARY 29, 2024, for what appears to be a $10 per space saving. Anyway, that’s my understanding from reading the flyer. Suggest you get in touch with the Early Ford V8 Club of New England directly with any questions, especially if you’re coming from a distance to attend… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/10/2024)

APRIL 29, 2024, Monday, Wallingford – Season opener for: “…The Doo Wop Cruisers Weekly Monday Night Cruise Night, 5pm-onward, at the Wallingford Train Station overflow parking lot, across from the Hard Hat Café, 181 North Colony Road, Wallingford…”… Quoting from the post to the Doo Wop Cruisers’ Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067844137444 – make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) as of the last day or so: “…Ok folks!! Get those cars out of storage and get ‘em all clean and shiny!! The DooWop Cruisers first cruise is Monday, April 29th at 5pm!! AT A NEW LOCATION!! We are going to try the overflow train parking lot located at 181 North Colony Rd in Wallingford (across from the Hard Hat Cafe). So come on out and join us!!! Spread the word!!!!...”… webmaster’s note - Sounds great to us! That lot directly across the street from Hard Hat looks plenty big, so this should work out great! Thanks to our friend Brian and all of the Doo Wop Cruisers folks for all the work to organize and update this event for 2024! Looking forward to cruisin’ to Wallingford this coming season with the always-friendly, always-welcoming Doo Wop Cruisers!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/6/2024)

APRIL 30, 2024, Tuesday, Haddam – Season Opener for: “…’MisFit Car Show’ – at 95 Bridge Road…”… Quoting from Head MisFit Joe George, on his post to the MisFit Car Show Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/958641301511388) within the past day or so: “…Gm spring… Tuesday, April 30 will be our start date for this year's Misfit Car Show… Hopefully the bridge will be finished so we'll be able to see you guys we missed last year… Starting time 3:30 and going to about 7:30pm… See you there, thanks”… And quoting from their “About” statement on their Facebook group page: “…Misfit Car Show!... Free every Tuesday, located at: 95 Bridge Road in Haddam CT, from 4pm-7:30pm… All are welcome! Cars, bikes, & trucks…”… (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

APRIL 30, 2024, Tuesday, Southington – Season opener for: “…Southington Drive-In Weekly Cruise Night, 5-8pm, at Southington Drive-In, 995 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Southington, CT 06489… Trophies, 50/50, Music, Food…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1438715480182946/1438715483516279/): “…Come on down for our weekly car cruise at The Southington Drive-in. We have posted our new schedule... Please note: Several dates in July are on Wednesday nights. We will have Music, Food, 50/50 Raffles and Trophies… Please note: Show now will take place in back area where pavilion is… Looking forward to seeing everyone this season…”… List of dates, per the flyer that was posted on the FB event page: TUESDAYS: 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25… WEDNESDAYS: 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7… AND THEN BACK TO TUESDAYS: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/14… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/1/2024)

MAY 2, 2024, Thursday, Seymour – Season Opener for: “…Seymour Lions Club Presents ‘Summer Cruise Nights 2024 at Tri-Town Plaza, Seymour’… Cruise Nights on Thursdays, 5:00 – 8:00pm, at Tri-Town Plaza, 814 Derby Avenue, Seymour, CT… Season Opener = 5/2/2024; Season Closer = 9/26/2024; NO CRUISE on 7/4/2024 (July 4th )…”… webmaster’s note - See the flyer posted within the past day or so on the Seymour Lions Club’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/SeymourCTLions - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”!) for the list of Sponsors—there’s a different one every week!... “…All classes of cars, trucks, and motorcycles are welcome! Visit our Facebook page @seymourlions for updates and cancellations… The 55thAnnual Benefit Car Show will take place October 13th, with rain date October 20th (webmaster’s note – We still need to get that one onto our calendar—it will take place at MPI/Microboard, 36 Cogwheel Lane, in Seymour)… For additional information please contact Melissa 203-430-9356, Corky 203-619-1571, or e-mail us at seymourlions52@att.net … Don’t forget to bring us your old eyeglasses, sunglasses, and hearing aides!...”... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

MAY 3, 2024, Friday, North Branford – Season Opener for: “…Marty Forbes Presents: ‘North Branford McDonalds Friday Cruise Nights 2024 at 280 Branford Road, North Branford, CT’…”… webmaster’s note - Thanks to our friend Richard Purpora for passing along mutual friend Joe Sandella’s (https://www.facebook.com/joseph.sandella) Facebook post from a week or so ago, announcing the 2024 kickoff for this always fun, always welcoming and laid-back Friday night cruise night. Quoting from Joe’s post: “…Hey Car Cruisers, McDonalds (Marty Forbes) is having their Friday night Cruise again (every Friday night)… Starting May 3rd ( weather permitting )… 5:00 ‘till ? For info call Marty 203-481-4476…”… Additional info - The McDonalds (which is situated next to the Dairy Queen, which also used to be one of the host businesses for this cruise night) is/are located at 280 Branford Road, North Branford, CT 06471, part of a larger shopping plaza called, I believe, “Central Plaza,” and you can think of it as also being located at the intersection of Routes 80 & 139 (I think Route 80 in this area is called “Foxon Road,” and Route 139 in this area is called “Branford Road”)… Thanks again Richard P. and Joe S. for the info!... Even more info – I haven’t seen any official notice yet, but I believe that also “The Rockin’ One” (Rockin’ Richard Phillips the famous local DJ—his company is called “Best DJ Service”) usually provides the outstanding tunes for this event… Oh, and I just also ran across the Facebook page for the North Branford McDonald’s (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there), which is online at: https://www.facebook.com/McDonalds280BranfordRoad/ … And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/18/2024)

MAY 3-5, 2024, Friday-Sunday, Rhinebeck (NEW YORK) – “…’RHINEBECK 2024’ – Swap Meet & Car Shows – Presented by Hudson Valley Antique Auto Association.…”… Dutchess County Fairgrounds, Route 9 (6550 Spring Brook Avenue, Rhinebeck, NY… ‘…Event is on Rain or Shine…’… Friday, May 3, noon to 5pm, Swap Meet Only… Saturday, May 4, 8am-5pm, All Events – Rods & Customs, Sport Compacts, Pickups…Sunday, May 5, 8am-5pm, All Events – Antiques & Classics… Email: alltheluecks@hvc.rr.com …’… IMPORTANT: I went to the main “Rhinebeck 2024” web site, and although all of the above is contained on the main home page - https://rhinebeckcarshow.com/ - there are also tabs along near the top of the page, which, when you click on each of them, provided LOTS MORE DETAILS about the nature and rules of each of the events, downloadable registration forms, and much more, within this very large weekend-long car show! The tabs are: “Show Information” (https://rhinebeckcarshow.com/swaps.html), “Show Details” (https://rhinebeckcarshow.com/hours.html), and “Register” (https://rhinebeckcarshow.com/register.html). So, I do urge you to take some time and study all of the info in those sub-pages to make sure you get the full picture (especially if you may be traveling a great distance to attend)… And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/7/2024)

MAY 4, 2024, Saturday, Essex – “…’Essex Car Show at St. Teresa of Calcutta Church’… 11am to 3pm, at St. Teresa of Calcutta Church, at 14 Prospect Street, in Essex, CT… Rain date is May 11…”... webmaster’s note – I ran across this event listing at a web site “Ride CT – 2024 Connecticut Car Show Calendar,” located online at: http://classiccars.ride-ct.com/calendar/ - and so far I haven’t seen it listed anywhere else... One thing I have done is attempted to contact the St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish via their Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/essexchesterct/ - be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) instant messenger link to request, if available, any sort of flyer for this event, and so far as of this writing, I’ve heard nothing back... I may also try an inquiry to them via good old snail mail next, since we have plenty of time before May rolls around (St. Teresa of Calcutta Parish contact info page: https://www.stteresaofcalcuttaparish.org/contact)...  I’ll be sure to update this listing with any further info that may turn up… *1/26/2024 UPDATES – OFFICIAL EVENT INFO RECEIVED FROM THE SHOW CHAIRMAN – We are very pleased to post the very nice e-mail that we received yesterday (subject line: “2024 Essex Car Show”), from 2024 Essex Car Show Chairman Rod Steller (rsteller9@msn.com), in response to our inquiry. Here’s what Mr. Steller wrote: “…Hello, I am chairing the car show event this year for the Essex Car Show. The show will be Saturday, May 4, 2024 at the campus of Our Lady of Sorrows Parish and St. Teresa of Calcutta. The time for show cars to arrive will be 9:30 AM. Spectators will be begin to arrive at 11:00AM. The show will end at 3:00 PM. There will be trophies, Cristy’s Hot Dog will be our food vendor , judging will be by popular vote, music will be provided. All collector cars are welcome. Rain date will be Saturday May 11. The address of Our Lady of Sorrows Church is 14 Prospect St., Essex , CT. Please contact Rod Steller, DMD for any questions at 203-464-4581 (cell)… Thank you for advertising our charitable event! --Rod Steller…”… Awesome! Thanks to much to Rod Steller for taking the time to get back to us with all of the important details—which we are more than happy to pass along! And knowing that the event is a charitable one, we are doubly pleased to help do our part with getting the word out to the local car enthusiast community! Thanks again Rod!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 12/28/2023; official event details received from the organizers added to this listing as of 1/26/2024)

MAY 4, 2024, Saturday, Colchester – “…’Car Show & Bike Meet – Fundraiser for Delaney’ – At Hop Culture Farm & Brew Co.…”… Saturday, May 4, 2024, 12pm-onward, at Hop Culture Farms & Brew, 144 Cato Corner Road, Colchester, CT 06415…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page, https://www.facebook.com/events/898609024918009 (and thanks to our friend Rick Stevenson, rgsteven1@att.net , for passing this along): “…This event is to raise tuition money for Delaney, my student who wishes to become an auto mechanic. She is a good student, with a great attitude. Her father passed a few years ago, and her mom does not have the money to send her to school after graduation. Let's help this deserving young lady!...”… webmaster’s note – The event organizer is listed as Rocco Mancini (https://www.facebook.com/rocco.mancini.79), who apparently is the very admirable teacher who is stepping up to help out this student—BRAVO! Sounds like a fun event and a very worthy cause to support in the process!… More info – Hop Culture Farms web site: https://hopculturefarms.com/ and/or on Facebook (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) at: https://www.facebook.com/hopculturefarms/ …*4/20/2024 UPDATE - WE HAVE BEEN TOLD THIS SHOW IS CANCELLED... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/15/2024; event cancellation notice updated as of 4/20/2024)

May 4, 2024, Saturday, Middletown – “…’17th Annual E.J.K. Car Show at Xavier High School – Benefiting the Eric J. Kalber Scholarship Fund,’ 10:00am to 2:00pm, at Xavier High School, 181 Randolph Road, Middletown, CT 06457… Rain date = May 11th (also a Saturday)… $1 Spectator fee; $15 vehicle entry… Food, music, prizes, and more… All proceeds go to The Eric J. Kalber Scholarship Fund…”… webmaster’s note – The above info came from a flyer posted by our friend Steve Johnson (https://www.facebook.com/Jeepmudhappy) to the Facebook system within the last day or so, along with a Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/367858079445430), which we’ll quote from also, as follows: “…17th Annual E.J.K. Car Show… Rain date Sunday May 11… Food, Music, Prizes, and more… $15 vehicle entry, $1 spectator fee… All proceeds go to the Eric J. Kalber scholarship fund…”… Additional editor’s note – I am an XHS graduate (Class of ’77), so this event is certainly near and dear to me, and would like to be able to make it there this year. The late Eric J. Kalber was also a Xavier graduate, and loved cars, so this is also a wonderful way to honor him and keep his memory alive… (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/2/2024)

MAY 4, 2024, Saturday, Oxford – “…’Annual Spring Dust-Off’ at Fritz’s Drive-In.…”… Quoting from the listing we found on our friends the CT Seaport Car Club’s coming events page (https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/carshows.htm): “…Saturday May 4, 2024, Oxford CT… Annual Spring Dust Off at Fritz’s Drive in… SAVE THE DATE - MORE DETAILS To FOLLOW… Starting at 2:00 pm… Because the Fall Finale didn’t happen… There will some plaques from 2023 and some Dash Plaques given away… There will Giveaways and a 50/50 Raffle…”… Sounds great! We’ve been to this event and it’s always a relaxed and fun gathering of friendly car folks!... More info – Fritz’s Drive-In (a.k.a. “Fritz’s Snack Bar,” ‘a family diner in Oxford, CT since October 1954’) is located at 72 Oxford Road (which I believe is also CT Route 67), Oxford, CT 06478, and here’s their official web site: https://fritzssnackbar.com/ , and the Fritz’s Classic Car Cruise series has a Facebook group page located online at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1756678554598185/(make sure you visit and join!)… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/15/2024)

MAY 4 APRIL 20 (event appears to have been rescheduled), 2024, Saturday, West Haven – “…’Castro Oasis Presents ‘Open House – Car Show’… 6pm to 9pm, at Castro Oasis, 80 Prindle Road, West Haven, CT 06516…”… Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/6992236880881381/ … Even more info – Please also be sure to visit the official Castro Oasis Facebook page, and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there, online at: https://www.facebook.com/castrooasis … (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/11/2024; revised event date incorporated as of 4/22/2024)

MAY 4, 2024, Saturday, Bedford Hills – Bedford (NEW YORK) – “…Curran Volkswagen, Connecticut Technical Education And Career System, and Small Car Company Present ‘The Annual Malcolm Pray Achievement Center Rally (M.P.A.C.)’… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1653228572111065): “…Annual Malcolm Pray Achievement Center Rally (M.P.A.C.) where high school Auto Technolgy Students join us for a day of Mentors & Motors learning and fun… We start the day at the Collectors’ Car Garage (formerly the Hagerty Garage + Social) for a tour of this amazing facility. As an enthusiast, you are welcomed to join the conversation with the students, instructors and mentors about all things automotive. The students are there to learn and expand their knowledge and passion for technology, design, history, and their career horizons… From there, we rally to the Malcolm Pray Achievement Center. The students will learn about Malcom Pray’s legacy for managing personal growth and responsibility. Students will tour the car amazing M.P. car collection. With the mentors in attendance, and you as a car enthusiast, will help guide the conversions with tomorrow’s tech’s and enthusiasts. They are the future and their skilled trade program gives them 1400 hours of high level training. You can be a big part in casting their eyes up the road by highlighting your own experiences with any and all sectors of the automotive industry from production cars to restoration… This is an All-Cooled event--so pass the word!... SCHEDULE: 9:00 am - Collectors’ Car Garage, 341 Railroad Avenue, Bedford Hills, NY 10507… 11:00 am - Rally to M.P.A.C., 16 Bedford-Banksville Road, Bedford, NY 10506; Pop-up car show on the lawn furthering the conversation with your own car.11:30 to 2:00 pm; More Mentors & Motors… We ask for a $25 donation at the door that includes morning coffee and pastries, and lunch… No need to pre-register, but please RSVP so we can get a head count. Lunch may not be available without a count—so please feel free to bring your own if you decide last minute… Feel free to participate at both or just one of the venues… All proceeds are in support of the M.P.A.C. mission, and the Small Car Company Mentors & Motors events… Let’s make 2024 the best yet!...”… More info – Please also be sure to visit the Small Car Company .Org’s official Facebook page (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like”) online at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063979032747 … (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

MAY 5, 2024, Sunday, Monroe – “…Last Drop Coffee Shop Presents ‘Cars & Coffee’… Sunday, May 5th, 2024, 8am-11am, at Last Drop Coffee Shop, 435 Main Street, Monroe, CT 06468…”… More info - Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/3864292823850220/ ... Please also be sure to visit the Last Drop Coffee Shop’s Facebook page (& give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at:https://www.facebook.com/TLDCS ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

MAY 5, 2024, Sunday, East Hartford – “…The Connecticut Street Rod Association’s ‘54th Anniversary Spring Swap Meet’ at Pratt & Whitney Stadium/Rentschler Field…”… Sunday, May 5th, 2024, 6am-3pm, rain or shine, held at Pratt & Whitney Stadium Rentschler Field, 615 Silver Lane, East Hartford, CT 06118… Hotel info: Go to Hotels, East Hartford, CT (webmaster’s note – Presumably they’re suggesting that you do a google search using keywords: “Hotels, East Hartford”)… For more information: go to www.csra.org or call 203-697-9113; leave message and we will call you back…”… webmaster’s note – The above info was transcribed from a flyer posted by  CSRA on the Facebook system within the past day or so: https://www.facebook.com/events/730977679006094/?post_id=730979572339238&view=permalink … More info – Please be sure to visit the Connecticut Street Rod Association’s Facebook page, and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082991389531 – and here’s also their main web site address: https://csra.org/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/12/2024)

MAY 5, 2024, Sunday, Pomfret – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association’s ‘34th Annual Spring Dust-Off’…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Sunday May 5, 2024 - The CVA’s  34nd Annual “Spring Dust-off”, Address: Loos & Co. junction of Rt.169 & Rt. 101, Pomfret Ct. 06259 from 9am to 3pm. This is an informal, non-judged VW gathering held rain or shine. Dash Plaques to the first 125 cars. Food available at Pizza 101 and Baker’s Dozen.  Please, no alcohol, loud music, vending or burnouts! For more info: Bill Arute (860) 395-9964, bill@ctvwa.org , or Chris Fox chris@ctvwa.org …”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/12/2024)

MAY 7, 2024, Tuesday, Plainfield – Season opener for: “…’Hank’s Dairy Bar Monthly Car Cruise On The Lawn,’ 5:00pm to 8:00pm, at Hank’s Dairy Bar, 1006 Norwich Road, Plainfield, CT 06374…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page for the 5/7 season opener (https://www.facebook.com/events/278613425041494/): “…This event is free and open to all car enthusiasts. Parking will be on the back lawn, unless the ground is too soft and we will make other accommodations. We will have Live Music on the Stage, along with some event only specials. Rain date will be the following Tuesday…”… Other dates – We found a list of other specific dates listed as part of the June 4th event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/920195383068155/920195389734821/), and they are as follows (all appear to be Tuesdays, and all are listed to run 5pm to 8pm): June 4th … July 2nd … August 6th … September 3rd … October 1st … And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/8/2024)

MAY 7, 2024, Tuesday, Oakdale – Season Opener for “…Yesteryear of Oakdale Auto Club Presents ‘A Blast From The Past – Cruising 2024 at Nature’s Art Center – “Look for the Dinosaurs”…’… Quoting from the very helpful note we received from our friend Larry Erhart (lerhart@comcast.net) dated 4/15/2024: “…Steve, I hope you are doing well. We are looking forward to another successful cruising season in 2024. Bob Warenda reminded me to send you the Event calendar for the Yester Year Car Club Events calendar… The schedule for Natures Art Dinosaur Place in Oakdale CT on Route 85 is as follows: ‘…Yester Year of Oakdale Car Club Cruise, Nature’s Art Center, Rte 85, Chesterfield, 1650 Hartford-New London Turnpike, Oakdale, CT 06370… “Look for the Dinosaurs”… 1st Tues each month – May thru Sept – 6 PM - Dark… (List of dates): May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3… Rain date: the following THURSDAY… “FREE” fun for the Whole Family… Pre 1978 Classic and Antique Cars, and Antique Drivers too… Music by: D&L Sound… PLEASE - No Alcohol or Burnout…’… Please list this in your Shoreline Antique Auto Connection Event Calendar… Yesteryear of Oakdale Auto Club Cruising 2024, Nature's Art (Dinosaurs)… If you would like to put them onto the SAAC Calendar we would appreciate it… Thanks very much for promoting the old car hobby!... Thanks, Larry Erhart, DJ for D & L Sound, Mystic River Entertainment, LLC…”… Fantastic, thanks Larry for all the info! We are happy to help spread the word! Thanks to you, Bob W., and everyone, for all that YOU also do to enhance our local old car hobby!... More info – “Dinosaur Place at Nature’s Art Village” on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dinosaur-Place-at-Natures-Art-Village/611806765834114 (visit and give ‘em a “Like”)… Yesteryear of Oakdale Auto Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/102589163413912 ... Mystic River Entertainment LLC on Facebook (another we suggest to visit and give a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/mysticriverentertainment/ … (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/17/2024)

MAY 11, 2024, Saturday, Branford – Season Opener for “…XLR8 ‘House Cars & Coffee’…”… 5/11/2024… Other events/dates: 6/2 (Sunday) = “Bavarians & Brits,” with FCP Euro, at Lime Rock Par… 6/15 (Saturday) = North East Volks … 7/27 (Saturday) = “House Cars & Coffee”… 10/27 (Sunday) = “Autoberfest” with FCP Euro at Lime Rock Park…”… webmaster’s note – Not too much details provided so far on these, but suggest you check out our friends at “Excelerate Performance” of Branford (a.k.a.: “XLR8”) at their official Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/ExceleratePerformance - which is where we found the flyer posted within the past few days, along with this note: “…Tell your friends! Our first event of the year is just over a month away. Join us at the shop for cars, food, refreshments and raffles. …”… As noted, their shop is located at: 12 Sycamore Way, Unit 1, Branford, CT 06405, which is very easy to get to, off of Exit 56… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/9/2024)

MAY 11, 2024, Saturday, Guilford – “…’Classic Car Show at Solstice Senior Living in Guilford – Part of the ‘Second Annual Motorcycle Ride’/’Coffee And’… 11:00am-onward…”… webmaster’s note – I don’t know much about this event, nor who the organizers are, but I am very interested and plan to do my best to get over to Solstice Senior Living in Guilford (located at 201 Granite Road, Guilford, CT 06437, web site: https://solsticeseniorlivingguilford.com/ and/or on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/SolsticeSeniorLivingGuilford/ - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) with my old car for the “Classic Car Show” that’s advertised as a part of the overall motorcycle-centered event, that starts in Branford, and heads to Solstice in Guilford, for what sounds like a lot of fun and socializing with the senior citizens there, hopefully providing them with a fun event also! From reading the flyer, it sounds like the motorcycle folks have another ride planned AFTER the Solstice event, so I’m not quite sure how long the event at Solstice will last, but speaking for myself anyway, I like the casual spirit that comes across in the flyer, and I suspect that a classic car owner could stay as short or long there as they wished... Anyway, I will transcribe the entire (electronic) flyer, which I received from a fellow local old car buddy (thanks again Joe for passing along the info!): “…SECOND ANNUAL MOTORCYCLE RIDE – Join us at Solstice Senior Living in Guilford for a ‘Coffee And’… This ride is all about bringing smiles to senior citizens. We did it last year and it was an awesome experience for everyone involved. This year, we’re adding some karaoke and hoping to get the seniors up and dancing, along with a classic car show! (webmaster’s note – That was my underlining)… All we ask is that you bring a smile and a bag of hard candy to donate to the seniors…. Meeting Point: Saturday, May 11th at 10:00am, Freedom Road Harley, 557 West Main Street, Branford… Kick Stands Up: 10:30a, sharp. Please gas up and be ready to roll at 10:30am… Ride To: Solstice Senior Living in Guilford, 201 Granite Road, Guilford… Hang out with seniors, have some fun, and then embark on a ride to be determined, with lunch plans to be determined… We should arrive at the Senior Center around 11:00am. Feel free to join us at Freedom or meet us directly at the senior center. All are welcome. Let’s make it a memorable ride!... Rain date = Saturday, May 18th… Please contact Pete Roberts or Brenda Toto via FB messenger with any questions…”… webmaster’s additional note – I looked up both names on Facebook, and it appears that Pete Roberts’ Facebook handle is: https://www.facebook.com/pete.roberts.12 , and Brenda Toto on Facebook appears to be at: https://www.facebook.com/brenda.molitortoto ... And there you have it! Don’t forget the bag of hard candy to bring along!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/13/2024)

MAY 11, 2024, Saturday, Naugatuck – “…Naugatuck High School Marching Band and Color Guard Present ‘Car Show – Classics and Imports’…”… All Show Cars, Trucks, and Bikes Welcome!... Saturday, May 11th, 12:00pm to 4:00pm, at the Naugatuck High School Parking Lot (webmaster’s note – We looked up the street address for Naugatuck High School, and it appears to be: 543 Rubber Avenue, Naugatuck, CT 06770)… $15 Entrance Fee; Spectators are free!... Vendors, food trucks, raffles, and more!... Please contact Karoline at 203-982-9234 if you have any questions or are interested in becoming a vendor or entering a food truck…”…webmaster’s additional note – All of the above info was transcribed from a flyer posted by David Semanoff on the “CT Car Shows and Meets” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/247943463484018) within the last day or so… Even more info – Here’s the Naugatuck High School Marching Band’s web site: https://nhs.naugatuck.k12.ct.us/activities/marching-band ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

MAY 11, 2024, Saturday, Wilbraham (MASSACHUSETTS) – “…’The Springfield To Boston Education Foundation Presents The 2024 Wilbraham Hill Climb!,’ Saturday, May 11th, 2024, 8am-2:30pm, at 26 Monson Road, Wilbraham, MA 01095…” Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/935257078099270/): “…Henry Ford once said “Auto racing began 5 minutes after the second car was built” and we couldn’t agree more. Cars weren’t just meant to be driven, they were meant to be raced. The Wilbraham Hill Climb is a race older and steeper than Pikes Peak, where 20+ vintage race cars and motorcycles, compete against time, gravity, and each other for the chance to be crowned ‘King of the Mountain. Join us on Saturday, May 11th, for the race, a large car show, museum displays, a plant & craft sale and so much more! It's truly fun for the whole family!... What you can expect: 20+ Historic race cars being pushed to their limits… 5+ Vintage Motorcycles racing up the hill… 350+ Cars at our Car show… Museum Displays… On-site Restaurant, brewery, and food trucks… Various Vendors, Giveaways, Plant and Craft Sales… The Smell of Burning Rubber… The Sound of 7 Liter V8's at Full Throttle… Special Guests: WAYNE CARINI, ERIN CROCKER EVERNHAM, RAY EVERNHAM… Use the tickets to pre-register your car in the car show!... SATURDAY, MAY 11th, 2024… Trust me, you won't want to miss this!... Go to www.wilbrahamhillclimb.com for more information…”… And then quoting from their post from the last day or so to their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/SpringfieldtoBoston - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”!): “…We're gearing up for the 2024 Wilbraham Hill Climb! Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 11th, 2024, when we will have over 20 vintage race cars competing to be crowned 'King of the Mountain.' This year, we are planning many fun activities for the whole family, including a car show, craft fair, plant sale, and more! Check out our website or stay tuned for more details!... Fun Fact: The Wilbraham Hill Climb is older and steeper than the Pikes Peak Hill Climb!...”… (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/13/2024)

MAY 13, 2024, Monday, New London – Season Opener for: “…Ocean Beach Park Presents ’98.7 WNLC Classic Car Cruise Nights’…”… Quoting from our friend George Gardner (george.l.gardner@snet.net), who wrote to us in late March with this info: “…The park has posted this years cruise dates: Every Monday night, except Memorial day May 27, starting May 13 and running thru September… 5-7pm… Admission to the park is free after 5 pm… Thanks, George Gardner…” Awesome, George, thanks for the heads up! We LOVE the OBP Cruise Nights, with their laid-back beach vibe! You can look up the actual list of Monday night cruise night dates on their 2024 Entertainment Schedule page: https://ocean-beach-park.com/park-info/links/ - and, as George noted, there is NO CRUISE on Monday, May 27th (Memorial Day), and Monday, September 2nd (Labor Day)… More info – Please also be sure to check out Ocean Beach Park’s official Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/OceanBeachParkNewLondon (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there). Here’s also the Facebook page for WNLC, who sponsors the cruise nights: https://www.facebook.com/987WNLC/ (same advice—please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there)… Street Address for Ocean Beach Park: 98 Neptune Avenue, New London, CT 06320… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

MAY 15, 2024, Wednesday, Guilford – “...The Lucille Sharp Memorial Cruise...”… Quoting from our friend Cathy Stewart, the originator, organizer, and “prime mover” behind the Lucille Sharp Memorial Cruise (held in honor and memory of her late friend Lucille), in Cathy’s e-mail (jgstewart@snet.net) dated 2/10/2024: “…Hi, Steve, I just wanted to let you know  that I am planning to hold Lucille’s Memorial Cruise May 15th, with a rain date of May 22nd… Same place – Panera Bread in Guilford, with Rockin’ Richard, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m… Cathy…”… Sounds fantastic, thanks Cathy! And Rockin’ Richard tunes too, awesome!... More info – Please be sure to read Lucille’ obituary (she passed in 2019) to find out more about all she contributed to the local CT Shoreline-area old car hobby, through her planning & organizing activities with the CT Shoreline Recycled Teenage Cruisers car club, and many more details about her very accomplished life: https://www.guilfordfuneralhome.com/obituaries/Lucille-A-Sharp?obId=4262221 … (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/12/2024)

MAY 15, 2024, Wednesday, Colchester – Season Opener for: “…’Good Times Motoring Club Monthly Car Cruise at the Colchester Town Green’… 5pm-8pm, at the Colchester Town Green, 23 Norwich Avenue, Colchester, CT06249…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1061326348266367): “…When: The third Wednesday Night of Each Month, April through September!... Where: Colchester Town Green… Details: Beginning in April and running to September, Good Times Motoring Club holds a cruise on the Green every third Wednesday (fourth Wednesday in case of rain) on the Colchester Town Green. The show begins around 5:00 PM and lasts until after sunset. Colchester has several good restaurants, a classic hot dog stand and interesting boutiques for dining and shopping before the show. The show is limited to all antique, unique and specialty cars and trucks with NO FEE to show or for admission. We will be accepting voluntary donations as you enter the Green to help us support the charities of our choice. We keep a family atmosphere without burnouts or alcohol. Food and donations go to support club and local charities… NOTICE We regret that no vehicle 1988 and newer will be allowed on the Green. Due to overcrowding and concerns by the Town, we had no choice but to change our venue. Thank you for your understanding… Due to limited space on the green GTMC reserves the right to deny any vehicle admission to the Green. Personnel on duty at the entrance have the final decision to grant or deny access…”… More info – Please be sure to visit the Good Times Motoring Club’s web site: https://www.goodtimesmotoringclub.com/ and/or their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067506292268 (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there!... List of dates for 2024 (all are Wednesdays, and run 5-8pm): May 15th … June 19th … July 17th … August 21st … September 18th … And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/12/2024)

MAY 17, 2024, Friday, Milford – Season Opener for: “…Blood Sweat and Gears CT Cruisers Present: ‘Classic Car and Hot Rod Cruise Nights – Celebrating our 20th Year!’…”… Quoting from our old car friend Brian Cesanek’s (https://www.facebook.com/ctmaricritic/) post within the past day or so to the “Shoreline Antique Auto Enthusiasts – Connecticut” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/372713469572291), which accompanied the electronic flyer for the May 17th season opener of this event: “… Blood Sweat and Gears Ct Cruisers 20th Season Kick Off and chance to grab Your Membership Application, May 17th, 5pm, 1376 Post Rd, Turnpike Square, Milford CT…”… And here is the transcribed info from the flyer that Brian included: “…Classic Car & Hot Rod Cruise Nights… Friday Nights starting May 17, 2024… Celebrating our 20th Year!... Start time 5pm… New Cut-Off Year: 1987… Music, Raffles, Trophies, 50/50… Free Admission… At McDonalds in Milford near the Milford Mall… Follow us on Facebook at: ‘Blood Sweat and Gears Ct Cruisers’ (Direct link to the Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3402531360009479)...”... Awesome, thanks Brian! An absolutely legendary cruise night! Glad to see it back for the 2024 season!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/20/2024)

MAY 18, 2024, Saturday, New Haven – Season Opener for: “…Cloak & Dagger Coffee Presents ‘Cars & Coffee at Armada Brewing Company, New Haven’… 9am-12pm, at Armada Brewing, 190 River Street, New Haven, CT… Classics, Performance, JDM, All Welcome… List of dates: May 18th…. June 15th … July 20th … August 17th … September 21st…”… (webmaster’s note – All of the listed dates are Saturdays)… More info - The information presented above all came from a flyer posted within the past couple of days by Ozamataz Buckshank (https://www.facebook.com/littleorphanmikey/) on the “CT Car Shows & Meets” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctcarshows/), and there was also this note accompanying the flyer: “…Join us at Armada Brewing for this awesome series of Cars & Coffee! Food truck, coffee, beer, and photographer on site…”… Sounds awesome to us!... Even more info – Cloak and Dagger Coffee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cloakanddaggercoffee (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”)… Also: Armada Brewing on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ARMADABREWING (same advice--please visit and give ‘em a “Like”)… And there you  have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

MAY 18, 2024, Saturday, Meriden – “…Roberts Dodge 2nd Annual Memorial Car Show – In Loving Memory of Anthony J. DeBaise, Jr.’… May 18, 2024, 120 So. Broad Street, Meriden, CT 06450 (webmaster’s note – This is indeed the street address for Robert’s Chrysler Dodge RAM Fiat, ref: https://www.robertschryslerdodge.net/)... Trophies!... Food & Drink provided by: Mike’s Hot Dogs… Live Music by Wastin’ Bullets… Rain date = May 19, 2024… Contact: Plumcrazy “Gil” for more info: 203-213-9477… More info from the official flyer for this event: “…Along side his brother Robert, Tony owned and operated Roberts Chrysler for oever 52 years. Tony was affectionately known as the ‘Mayor of Route 5.’ He had a passion for cars and the car business and arrived every morning to Roberts bright and early to get the dealership ready for customers. Tony loved all his automobiles, especially his Dodge Power Wagons, and enjoyed sharing his knowledge with friends, family, and customers. All of us at Roberts look forward to the car show as a celebration of  the life of Tony DeBaise and his passion for automobiles…”… Additional notes - Thanks to our long-time old car friend Alan P. Zelanski (https://www.facebook.com/alan.zelanski) for passing along this flyer! Noticed that local old car friend Tony Curcio’s group “Wastin’ Bullets” will be playing too! Awesome!... More info – Please also be sure to check out the Roberts Chrysler Dodge Facebook page, and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there: https://www.facebook.com/RobertsChryslerDodge ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

MAY 18, 2024, Saturday, Ansonia – ‘…“Car Show – Craft Fair – Pancake Breakfast” – Presented by SkillsUSA at Emmett O’Brien THS… Saturday, May 18, 2024, 9am-2pm, rain or shine, at Emmett O’Brien Technical High School, 141 Prindle Avenue, Ansonia, CT 06401… Registration starts at 8am, judging at 11am, awards will follow… Swag bags first 25 cars, dash plaques first 50 cars… By May 8th: Students/Alumni/Pre-registry $10 per car; $20 day of show… Sponsorship opportunities available… Pancake Breakfast starts at 9am… Info: Elizabeth.Kirschbaum@cttech.org , Rebecca.Marra@cttech.org , 203-732-1873…’… More info – Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/1706187343198064 ... Emmett O’Brien Technical High School on Facebook (please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/EOBAnsonia ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/6/2024)

MAY 18, 2024, Saturday, Uncasville – Season Opener for: “…The Southeastern Connecticut Mustang Club Presents ‘Cruise Nights 2024 at The Center of Montville – In Support of Connecticut Children’s Medical Center,’… 601 Route 32, Uncasville, CT 06383… Every 3rd Saturday from May until September: May 18th … June 15th … July 20th … August 17th … September 21st … Cruise runs from 4pm until 7pm… Rain date is the following Saturday… Music, raffle prizes, and 50/50 raffle (all raffle proceeds go to the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center… Food, drinks, and ice cream by Mr. Hot Dog… Appreciation awards courtesy of Valenti Ford… All cars and trucks welcome, no cut-off dates… Sorry no motorcycles… For the latest cruise night and show info see our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SCMC1 and on the web: www.semc.com … Please no alcohol or burnouts…”… webmaster’s note – All of the above info was transcribed from a flyer that was forwarded to us within the last day or so by our SCMC friend Clem Brown (lxxvtr6@aol.com), who also had this cover note to go with the flyer: “…SCMC’s Cruise Night Flyer… Hi Steve, here's another flyer for your SAAC calendar pile! Sorry we're so late but our 20+ year sponsor for our Appreciation Awards backed out this year and we just secured a new one; Valenti Ford of Mystic. All else is the same except we are going to 'officially' run the cruise nights from 4 PM until 7 PM every month. This is pretty much what we were doing anyway despite the previous times being advertised as 5 PM until 8 PM… Thanks again and stay dry, Clem…”… Thanks so much, Clem! And one more shout-out for all the great work that Clem, and the Southeastern Connecticut Mustang Club (SCMC) does organizing events like this, and generally keeping on top of the Eastern CT old car scene! Please make sure to go and visit their Facebook page (& give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there), online at: https://www.facebook.com/SCMC1 ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/14/2024)

MAY 18, 2024, Saturday, Simsbury – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association Presents Mitchell Volkswagen’s ‘Autobahn in the Valley’ Gathering…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Saturday May 18, 2024 – Mitchell Volkswagen’s “Autobahn in the Valley” gathering, from 10am to 2pm, at Mitchell Volkswagen, 416 Hopemeadow St., Simsbury, CT 06089. This is a free event for all VW’s old and new hosted by Mitchel Volkswagen and the Connecticut Volkswagen Association. For more info go to MitchellVW.com or contact Bill Arute 860-395-9964, bill@ctvwa.org , or Jeff McBride jeff@ctvwa.org …”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/12/2024)

MAY 19, 2024, Sunday, Stratford – “…Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans Presents ‘13th Annual Boothe Memorial Park Car Show’…”… Quoting from the listing we recently saw on the coming events page of our friends the CT Seaport Car Club (https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/carshows.htm): “…Sunday, May 19, 2024 Stratford CT… Port 5 National Association of Naval Veterans Presents 13th Annual Boothe Memorial Park Car Show… SAVE THE DATE… More Information Coming Soon… 9:00 am – 4:00 pm… All Cars Welcome… NO Cut Off Year… Location: Boothe Memorial Park, 5744 Main St. Putney--Section of Stratford CT… Great Food, Music, Goody Bags, Dash Plaques and Trophies… Information: Call John Buehler at (203) 650-2009… (Link to) pictures from last year’s show: https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/2023Shows/BoothePark/BoothePark.htm …”… And there you have it!... webmater’s note – I’ve been to this show in the past, and it’s PHENOMENAL! The Port 5 folks and the CT Seaport Car Club folks all pitch in & do a magnificent job with this event, and we also LOVE the location, and the very scenic Boothe Memorial Park, very easy to get to--right off of Merritt Parkway Exit #53!... *12/8/2023 UPDATE – ELECTRONIC FLYER LINK NOW AVAILABLE – We were browsing the CT Seaport Club’s Coming Events page again recently, and noticed that they have a link to the very beautifully done electronic flyer for this event, that contains more good information & important details about the event—following is the link to click on to view the Official Flyer—please be sure to check it out: https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/Flyers2024/BootheParkQR2024.jpg … *1/15/2024 UPDATES - MORE INFO FROM THE ORGANIZERS – Quoting from Gwen Ackley’s e-mail (bluesbird@sbcglobal.net) dated 1/15/2023: “…Invitation to TWO car shows!... Dear fellow car enthusiast, Your car club with its beautiful vehicles is cordially invited to attend, not one, but TWO great car shows this year!... The first show is run by the Port Five Veterans on Sunday, May 19, 2024: Annual Boothe Memorial Park Antique & Classic Car Show, 5744Main Street Putney, Stratford, CT 06614. 9:00AM to 3:00 PM. Dash Plaques and Goodie Bags to the first 200 show vehicles! Food, Music, Field Trophies and SPECIAL AWARDS including TEN CT Cruise News Rings! $20per show vehicle. All show cars welcome! Noontime Flag Raising ceremony honors Veterans. Free Park events from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Photos from previous shows can be viewed at ctseaportcarclub.com. Free to the public. Fun for the entire family!. For info: Call John Buehler 203-650-2009, email jbuehler305@att.net or go to www.portfiveusa.com/carshow ... (webmaster’s note – See the June 9th, 2024 Fairfield Ludlow High School event listing for the other event that was contained in Gwen’s 1/15 e-mail)… If you would kindly please post this information on your events listing as a public service announcement, it would be very much appreciated!... Thank you, Gwen Ackley, Volunteer for Friends of Boothe Park & Museum, Port Five Naval Veterans Ladies Auxiliary, and the Connecticut Seaport Car Club…”… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 11/30/2023; updated with link to the electronic flyer as of 12/8/2023; more updated information received from the organizers was incorporated into this event listing as of 1/15/2024)

MAY 19, 2024, Sunday, Enfield – “…Pettit Family Fundraising, Inc. (a nonprofit) Presents ‘6th Annual Supreme Auto Charity Car Show & Craft Fair – Benefiting America’s VetDogs (vetdogs.org)’…”… May 19th, 2024, 10:00am-3:00pm, at Mt. Carmel, 93 Park Avenue (please use Charles St. entrance), Enfield, CT… Raffles & awards @ 2:00pm… Rain date = June 2, 2024… $15 per show car; free for spectators… All makes & models welcome!... DJ, food trucks, 50/50, raffles… Custom built trophies… 100 goody bags & dash plaques… More info: www.supremeautosc.com/charity-car-show ... or contact Kristie (Pettit) Say at: supremeautoct@gmail.com … 860-882-9041 … ‘…100% of net proceeds will be donated to America’s VetDogs in honor of Bonnie Pettit…’… Even more info – I found this event listing at the Hemmings web site, at this dedicated page: https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=63459 – and I transcribed most of the info from the electronic flyer that was included with the listing… Even more additional info – Please be sure to check out the official web site for America’s VetDogs (based in Smithtown, NY), an organization dedicated to “Service Dogs for Veterans and First Responders,” online at: https://www.vetdogs.org/ and/or at their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/AmericasVetDogs/ … AND we also wish to pass along the Facebook page for “Supreme Auto Service Center, “ which is located at 68 South Road, in Somers, CT 06071, as they sound like a positively awesome organization: https://www.facebook.com/SupremeAutoServiceCenter (and make sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there!)… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/20/2024)

MAY 19, 2024, Sunday, Marlborough – “…’Carter Hill Antique Auto Swap’ – Presented by The Others! Car Club… Sunday, May 19, 2024, 9am-1pm, at The Farm At Carter Hill, 86 E. Hampton Road, Marlborough, CT 06447…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1129651911525287/): “…Join the Others! CC for our inaugural Antique Auto Swap & Sell… Early Ford & Hot Rod* Automotive & Petrol Collectables * Speed Parts… Admission is free for spectators… Vendor Space is $30 per spot. Vendors must preregister... Call Keith 860 543-9979… Breakfast & Lunch available at the Farm…”…. More info – Please be sure to visit The Farm at Carter Hill’s official Facebook page (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/farmlifeonrt66/ … (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/14/2024)

MAY 19, 2024, Sunday, Hebron – “…’Sean Harris Memorial Cruz’ – Benefiting The Association for Frontotemporal Degeration (AFTD – ‘Find Help, Send Help’)…”… Sunday, May 19, 2024, starting at 4pm, at Ted’s I.G.A., 127 Main Street, Hebron, CT 06248…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/316472441081056): “… Benefiting A.F.T.D., 50/50, Awesome Driver Giveaways, Custom Trophies, Connecticut’s best Grateful Dead Cover Band Dead Rider…”... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

MAY 19, 2024, Sunday, Wallingford – “…Connecticut Street Rod Association Presents ‘CSRA’s Model Car Show & Swap’…”… May 19, 2024, 10:00am to 3:00pm, at CSRA, 316 Woodhouse Avenue, Wallingford, CT… $10 per table for vendors… ‘…All Plastic models are welcome! Call or text Anthony for info: 203-895-1734…’…”… webmaster’s note – The above info was transcribed from a flyer posted by CSRA on their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100082991389531) within the past few days… We’re happy to help spread the word… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/9/2024)

MAY 24, 2024, Friday, Cromwell – “…Get Ready to VROOM, Friday, May 24th… ‘A Cromwell Tradition now in its 11th year’… Town of Cromwell Presents ‘The 11th Annual Town of Cromwell Memorial Day Car Show’ – Proceeds to Benefit Cromwell Children’s Coalition…”… Presented by Liberty Bank, Route 66 Cruisers Car Club of Middletown, and Garage Guys of Middletown… Friday, May 24th, 2024, 4:00 – 8:00pm… Rain date = Mtay 25th… Pierson Park… Registration $10 at the gate or $8 pre-reg… AJ from PLR Chaz & AJ Show… Food & Refreshments… ‘Cruzin’ Back Downtown’…”…. webmaster’s note – The above info was transcribed from a flyer by Cromwell Connecticut Memorial Day Car Show on their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100089811835932 – make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”!) within the past few days… We’re happy to help spread the word… More info – We looked up Pierson Park in Cromwell, and from a Town of Cromwell info page (https://www.cromwellct.com/recreation/pages/pierson-park) it is indicated to be “Located on West Street, next to the Cromwell Police Department.” Another Yelp info page we found (https://www.yelp.com/biz/pierson-park-cromwell) indicates a street address for Pierson Park as: 290 James Martin Drive, Cromwell, CT 06416… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/9/2024)

MAY 25, 2024, Saturday, Old Saybrook – “…Cardone & Daughter Automotive Presents their 2024 ‘Spring Vintage & Specialty Car Event’… Saturday, May 25, 2024, 9am to 1pm, at 4 Custom Drive, Old Saybrook, CT 06475 (Exit 66 off of I-95; same road as the Old Saybrook DMV)… Rain date = Sunday, May 26, 2024… ‘…Anyone who owns a vintage/specialty vehicle is invited to join us at the shop for our Spring Vintage & Specialty Car Event (vintage cars not mandatory to attend, everyone is invited!)… Come and enjoy morning coffee & donuts / afternoon hot dogs and snacks (get ‘em while they last!)… Help us feed neighbors in need! Please bring a non-perishable food donation for our friends at Shoreline Soup Kitchen!...www.CardoneAndDaughter.com … 860-664-0727…’…”… webmaster’s note – All of the above was transcribed directly from the official event flyer, which just popped up today on the internet, posted by the C&D Auto folks on their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/cardoneanddaughter), and also on a dedicated Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/390657916782434/), which we will quote from also: “…Anyone who owns a vintage/specialty vehicle is invited to join us at the shop for our Spring Vintage & Specialty Car Event (vintage cars not mandatory to attend, everyone is invited!). Come and enjoy morning coffee & donuts / Afternoon hot dogs & snacks (get ‘em while they last!). Help us feed neighbors in need! Please bring a non-perishable food donation for our friends at the Shoreline Soup Kitchen!...”… Additional thoughts – What a wonderful, generous thing that the C&D Auto folks do for the local-area automobile enthusiast community here on the Shoreline! And we love the special feature of the non-perishable food collection, so that our neighbors less fortunate can also benefit, via the Old Saybrook-based Shoreline Soup Kitchen (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shoreline-Soup-Kitchens/184332305251431 - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”!)… BRAVO and THANKS once again to Cardone & Daughter Automotive for making it happen!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/27/2024)

MAY 25, 2024, Saturday, Monroe – “…Monroe Police Department, Monroe Street Rodders, Round Town Cruisers, and Trumbull Classic Car Shows Present: ‘The Third Annual Special Olympics Classic Car Show – to Benefit CT Special Olympics’… 8:30am – 3:00pm, at Monroe Firemen’s Field, intersection of Route 111 and Route 110, Monroe, CT… Trophies, 50/50, Music, Raffles, Food & Fun for all… Saturday, May 25th, 2024 (Rain Date = May 26th)… $15 Registration Fee; All Cars Welcome…”… webmaster’s note – All of the above info was transcribed from a flyer posted within the past day or so by the Monroe Street Rodders on their Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MonroeStreetRodders - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”!)... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

MAY 26, 2024, Sunday, Essex – “…The Cortes Family, with Supporting Groups 'Gears To Heaven,' 'CTBlockBullyz,' 'CityScraperz,' and 'SCT Photography' Present: ’Scotch Plains Tavern Charity Event – Supporting Miracle League Charity’…”… Quoting from the official flyer that was posted by Avery Cortes (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090649665740) on the “CT Car Shows & Meets” Facebookgroup page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/1524365154519600) just a day or two ago: “…Scotch Plains Tavern Charity Event, May 26th, 2024, 11am-3pm, at Scotch Plains Tavern, 124 Westbrook Road, Essex, CT 06426… Rain date = June 2nd… Free Entry! – Donations Appreciated… Trophies, food, and drinks all day long!... Join us for a spectacular automotive showcase…”… And here’s the event-descriptive paragraph that Avery included along with the flyer post: “…I am extremely happy to announce that I will be hosting my third car show on May 26, 11-3, at Scotch Plains Tavern in Essex Connecticut… This is a charity show for kids that are less fortunate to have the chance to get outside, and play sports and do activities… Donations are strongly encouraged we will have raffles and trophies for cars… The Tavern will have food and drinks all day long as well!!! We do have supporting groups that will be joining us: Gears in Heaven, ctblockbullyz, cityscraperz, and a couple photographers please join us for this amazing event!!...”…. Even more info – We also found the official Facebook event page for this great-sounding show, which is located online at: https://www.facebook.com/events/1136005037524342/ (and I noticed that our old buddy Zak is also listed as an event co-organizer: https://www.facebook.com/zak.anouar.1) – and here’s a whole bunch more event info transcribed from that page: “…Join Us for a Spectacular Automotive Showcase: The Scotch Plains Tavern Charity Event!... Get ready for a day of incredible vehicles, community, family fun, and charitable giving! Hosted by the Cortes Family, including Avery, Alyssa, and their beautiful baby girl… This event promises to be a memorable experience for everyone involved, with the support of Gears in Heaven, CT Block Bullyz, CityScraperz, SCT Photography, Slo.Carguy, and other clubs and organizations, there will be no shortage of automotive passion!... What to Expect - Date & Time: May 26th, 2024, from 11 am to 3 pm, at Scotch Plains Tavern, 124 Westbrook Road, Essex, CT 06426… Automotive Showcase: Prepare to be amazed by a spectacular display of classic cars, custom trucks, and sleek motorcycles. Bring your family and friends to admire the vehicles and talk shop with automotive enthusiasts. All vehicles are welcome!... Supporting a Great Cause: This event is not just about the cars; it's about giving back to the community. All donations and proceeds will support the Miracle League Charity, which provides children with physical and mental disabilities the opportunity to play baseball and participate in outdoor activities… Trophies, Food, & Drinks: Expect exciting contests and trophies for the best cars in various categories, along with a delicious selection of food and drinks available throughout the day. It's a fantastic opportunity to relax, enjoy great food, and support a meaningful cause!... Why Attend? - Make a Difference: By attending, you're helping the Miracle League achieve its mission of creating a safe and inclusive environment for children with disabilities to play baseball and build friendships… Family-Friendly Atmosphere: The Scotch Plains Tavern Charity Event is designed for all ages, providing a welcoming space for families to come together and support a good cause. Local and State Police will be patrolling the area for everyone's safety… Meet Automotive Enthusiasts: Connect with local car clubs and other passionate enthusiasts while exploring some truly amazing vehicles. This is your chance to be part of an amazing community filled with positive vibes and lots of fun…. Don't Miss Out!... Spread the word, bring your family and friends, and join us at the Scotch Plains Tavern Charity Event on May 26th, 2024, from 11 am to 3 pm. Entry is free, but donations are highly appreciated—after all, it is a charity show. Let's make a difference together!...  (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/24/2024)

MAY 26, 2024, Sunday, Hamden – “…The Hamden Police Department and  the Connecticut Classic Chevy Club Present ’The 28th Annual Memorial Day Weekend Car Show’…”… Quoting some key points from the flyer that arrived in our snail mail within the last day or so (NOTE: send me an SASE if you’d like a complete photocopy of both sides of the flyer—it is loaded with info, including a pre-registration form that allows you to save a couple of bucks on car show registration): Sunday, May 26, 2024 (Rain date = Monday, May 27, 2024), at Quinnipiac University York Hill Campus, 305 Sherman Avenue, Hamden, CT… Registration 8:00am to 12:00noon; car entrance will close at 12:00noon… Awards presentation: 3:00pm… Dash plaques as long as they last… Top 60 awards, plus special corporate sponsor awards… Cars & Trucks up to 1990 welcome; stock, modified, custom muscle, street rods, pro street, and special interest… Pre-registration (must be postmarked by May 20th, 2024) $10 per car; day of show registration $15 per car; spectator admission $5 per person; children under 12 free… No pets; service dogs are allowed…”… Again, do send me a SASE if you’d like a complete photocopy of both sides of the very detailed flyer… More info - CT Classic Chevy Club official web site: https://www.ctclassicchevy.com/  (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

MAY 26, 2024, Sunday, Lime Rock/Lakeville – “Hagerty Cars & Caffeine Car Show at Lime Rock Park”… Quoting from the dedicated event info page we found at the Hemmings.com web site (https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=63262): “…HAGERTY CARS & CAFFEINE CAR SHOW AT LIME ROCK PARK, May 26, 2024… Sunday May 26, 2024 - The Hagerty Cars & Caffeine Car Show at Lime Rock Park is open to all classic, vintage, exotic, and motorcycles. Each $55.00 show entry will include: 2 Weekend passes (for) 2 people, Sunday-Monday to the Vintage and Trans Am Auto Race - Touring on the raceway in your show car Monday during the lunch hour - VIP Parking --- Full access to the racecar paddock. At just 1.5 miles, Lime Rock is a challenging momentum course with short straights, complex corners, and exciting elevation changes. Lime Rock’s moniker: ‘Traditions, Beauty and Speed.’… Register here: https://speedtour.net/st/?lib=product&pid=910&cat=11 ... For more information - call Toni Strollo at 863-698- 8620… Sponsor: Hagerty… When: May 26, 2024… Location: 60 White Hollow Rd, Lakeville, CT 06039… Cost: $55… To Register: Click (on the following link) for more information: https://speedtour.net/st/?lib=product&pid=910&cat=11 or call Toni Strollo at 863-698-8620…”… (this event was added to this calendar as of 12/23/2023)

MAY 27, 2024, Monday, Branford – ‘Antique Automobile Participation Opportunity in the 2024 Branford Memorial Day Parade,’ Monday, May 27, 2024… From the broadcast e-mail from Parade Chairman John Fitzgerald (jxfitzgerald@yahoo.com) that was dated 3/25/2024, we can confirm that Chairman Fitzgerald and his committee are looking for feedback from the various groups that traditionally participate in the parade--and “independent” antique automobiles are one of those groups—so that they can plan for the various groups’ placement in the parade... Briefly, here are some key points, as I see them, about participating with your antique automobile: The 2024 Branford Memorial Day Parade will take place on Monday, May 27th, 2024, with pre-parade ceremonies (honorable speeches, religious invocations, etc.) at the Branford Green happening at 10:00am, and with the parade stepping off at approximately 10:30am. In the past we’ve been asked to muster our “independent” (that is: not connected with any particular organization) along Town Hall Drive, pointing in the “wrong” direction, along the edge of the Green, approximately in front of Trinity Church. It has also always been requested that you get there and get your antique car in place no later than 10:00am, so that you can take in the ceremonies, and not disturb others who are listening. I will confirm details like this with Chairman Fitzgerald to make sure that he approves of what I am publishing here in the SAAC Calendar about this wonderful opportunity for us old car owners/drivers to help remember & honor our country’s soldiers and military personnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom... And I am also careful to note that this is a solemn occasion, so there is certainly no sounding of car horns or anything like that, but that tasteful & appropriate patriotic decorations (such as American flags, red white & blue banners, etc.) may be applied to the vehicles... And one more important point that I wish to pass along at this time is that this is a slow-moving parade (we are talking walking speed), and if it’s a hot day, your car’s cooling system will likely be put to the test—so if you have any doubts about how your old car may do essentially idling along, with little air flow thru the radiator, for an extended time, it’s probably best to pass this one up! I think it also goes without saying that your participation is done strictly at your own choice, and that the parade organizers are not responsible for any damages, however caused… Ok, all that said, MY REQUEST AT THIS TIME: Please let me know if you intend to participate with your antique automobile in this year’s parade, hopefully no later than a week or so before the parade date (and I will then compile the list and forward it to Chairman Fitzgerald at that time). Please supply your name, and a brief description of the vehicle you intend to drive. You can either write to me, Steve c/o Shoreline Antique Auto Connection, P.O. Box 3353, Stony Creek, CT 06405, or via e-mail at: CommonGear@aol.com …THANKS, and I’ll also do my best to follow up with you to confirm your intention to participate. Thanks again, and thanks again also to Chairman Fitzgerald and his committee for the invitation to participate honorably with our antique cars... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/4/2024)

MAY 27, 2024, Monday, Middlefield – “…Lyman Orchards and the Rad Stallions Car Club Present: ‘Memorial Day: Heroes of Steel Car Show at Lyman Orchards,’… Monday, May 27, 2024, 11am-4pm, at Lyman Orchards, 32 Reeds Gap Road, Middlefield, CT 06455”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1185316699105329/): “…Come celebrate Memorial Day at Lyman Orchards for Heroes of Steel Car Show event brought to you by RAD STALLIONS and the United Steelworkers Union… The car show will be on Monday, May 27th from 11am - 4pm at the Apple Barrel Farm Market with a salute to the flag ceremony at 2pm… Free for spectators to attend… Proceeds to the show will benefit United Steelworkers, Veterans of Steel, District 4… Make it a day and participate in the other activities including yard games, video games, and face painting… Stop into the Apple Barrel Farm Market for delicious food and drinks, including lunch and treats!... Awards * Prizes * 50/50 Raffle during the car show… Interested in Registering Your Vehicle? Price: $15 donation to Veterans of Steel. 2:30pm deadline for vehicle registration day of the event… No alcohol, or substance allowed at the Apple Barrel Farm Market… Learn more about United Steelworkers here: https://www.usw.org/ … Learn more about RAD Stallions here: http://www.radstallions.com/… See more upcoming events at Lyman Orchards here: https://lymanorchards.com/events/list/ …”… Wow, sounds positively fantastic, and what an absolutely beautiful facility out in the country!...  (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/13/2024)

MAY 31-JUNE 2, 2024, Friday-Sunday, Greenwich – The Annual “Greenwich Concours d’Elegance” Weekend, presented by Hagerty… Roger Sherman Baldwin Park, 100 Arch Street, Greenwich, CT 06830 (see the web site “Plan Your Visit” page for spectator parking options: https://www.greenwichconcours.com/plan-your-visit)… Quoting from the 2024 Schedule of Events page (https://www.greenwichconcours.com/event): “…Start your engines… 2024 Schedule of Events… Friday 31 May, 9:30am - 3:30pm: ‘The Grand Tour… Limited to Concours d'Elegance entrants, our driving tour takes them across the most beautiful roads of the Greenwich and New York area…’… Saturday 1 June, 9:00am - 3:00pm: Greenwich Concours de Sport… ‘…Love motorsports? Join us for our inaugural Concours de Sport, featuring a highly curated selection of the epitome of automotive style, performance and innovation. Across 15 judged car classes, enjoy some of the world’s most exciting automobiles at a concours for the next generation…’… 6:30pm - 9:30pm: Waterfront Party: ‘…New location, same incredible car-party. Join our Grand Marshal, entrants, judges, exhibitors, sponsors and fellow car lovers to celebrate all things automotive...’… Sunday 2 June, 10:00am - 4:00pm: Greenwich Concours d’Elegance… ‘…Building upon 28 years of excellence, Sunday’s traditional Concours d’Elegance features 18 judged car classes including post-war American, Italian and English automobiles, a celebration of the storied Alfa Romeo brand, Brass Era steam cars and automobiles transported from the dealerships of 1963…’…”… More info – Please also be sure to check out the Greenwich Concours d’Elegance Facebook page (& be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/GreenwichConcours/ … And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 12/13/2023)

JUNE 1, 2024, Saturday, Madison – “…The Cortes Family Presents: ‘The El Compa Mexican Restaurant Car Show’ – with Supporting Groups ‘Cityscrapers,’ ‘CTblockbullyz.’ ‘Gearstoheaven,’and ‘Sctcarphotography’…”… Quoting from the flyer that was posted within the last day or so by Avery Cortes (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090649665740) on the “CT Car Shows and Cruise” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/335579133203791): “…The Cortes Family Presents El Compa Mexican Restaurant Car Show… Food and drinks all day!... Free for public!... Trophies!... June 1st, 11-4, El Compa Mexican Restaurant, 44 Boston Post Road, Madison, CT 06443… Rain date = June 8th… Come on down!...”… And then quoting Avery Cortes’ accompanying text that was posted with the flyer: “…I am happy to announce that I am lucky enough and grateful that will have another opportunity to host another show, and I am very thankful and blessed to have the supporting cast around me that are jumping on board again to bring you guys, two free shows (webmaster’s note – The other show that Avery posted the flyer for is the May 26th “Scotch Plains Tavern Charity Event,” Sunday, May 26th, in Essex, CT—see the listing elsewhere in this calendar—we got it posted within the last day or two), both shows will have trophies, food and drinks all day long !!! If anybody as any questions about ether show please message me , any photographers are any other groups want to jump on for ether show I’m always open to it !!... Thank you to Ctblockbullyz, City_scraperz, Gears to heaven, Sctcarphotography for the support…”… And there you have it!... Additional note – We have been in touch recently with our old buddy Joe M., formerly from “Mr Jalapeno” in Old Saybrook, who is now associated with the new El Compa Mexican Restaurant in Madison (https://elcomparestaurante.com/ and/or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Elcomparestaurant44/ - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”), and are so happy to see him & his company still involved with the car enthusiast scene! Joe and his family are good people, and this event deserves our support! Thanks again to Avery, and everyone for helping make it happen!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/26/2024)

JUNE 1, 2024, Saturday, Monroe – “…The 3rd Annual ‘Barnum Festival Car Show’ – ‘Meals, Wheels, & Deals Car Show, Swap Meet, Food Truck Festival’…”… Quoting from the listing we found on our friends the CT Seaport Car Club’s coming events page (https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/carshows.htm): “…Saturday, June 1, 2024 (Rain Date June 2), Monroe CT: 3rd Annual Barnum Festival Car Show - Meals, Wheels, & Deals Car Show, Swap Meet and Food Truck Festival… Show Car Registration $20.00, Spectators $5.00, Children Under 12 Free… Motorcycles Welcome… Registration at 8:00 am, Show 9:00 am - 6:00 pm… Location: 1545 Monroe Tpke (Rt 111), Monroe CT (Old Stevenson Lumber)… Carnival By Marenna Amusements… Information www.barnumfestival.org , www.barnumfestival.com … Call Greg or Peggi Gnandt @ (203) 610-4344 , email: barnumfestivalcarshow@yahoo.com …"... FLYER: https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/Flyers2024/Barnum.jpeg ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/21/2024)

JUNE 1, 2024, Saturday, Wolcott – “…The Citizens Against Substance Abuse (CASA) of Wolcott Car Show…”… Quoting from the flyer we ran across on the Hemmings web site’s dedicated event page (https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=63702 ; and be careful, whoever filled out the Hemmings event page made it sound like the event was going to happen in some neighborhood in Cheshire—BEWARE—it’s at Wolcott High School in Wolcott!) ... “CASA – Building A Healthy Wolcott – CAR SHOW, Saturday, June 1st, 10am-2pm, Wolcott High School, 457 Boundline Road… Rain date = Sunday, June 2nd… All years, imports & trucks welcome!... $10 car entrants… 50/50 raffle, 13 trophies with participant judging… Raffle prizes include: restaurant gift cards, dyno pull, and more… Have any questions, or weather cancellations, please reach out to Tony at 860-604-0829…”… And then here’s the text from that same Hemmings event page: “…Great Music, Door Prizes, 50/50 Raffle, 13 Trophies, Raffle Prizes, Participant Judging. Welcome to all Nostalgic Race Cars, Trucks, Muscle Cars, Street Rods, Hot Rods, Customs, Trucks, European, New American Muscle, JDM and Tuners are welcome No cut-off year. $10 Entry fee for show cars, Free admission for spectators, Goody bags to first 100 cars. Food vendor on site No Bicycles, No Motorcycles, No Pets, No Alcohol, No Tobacco Products, No Vaping. In case of inclement weather, please call Tony @ 860-604-0829, https://www.wolcottcasa.org/ , https://www.facebook.com/WolcottCASA , instagram.com/wolcottcasa/ …”… And there you have it… (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/8/2024)

JUNE 2, 2024, Sunday, Old Saybrook – “…’Greater Old Saybrook Chamber Classic Car Show – Supporting Local and National Veterans Programs’… Sunday, June 2nd, 10:00am – 1:00pm, at Old Saybrook Auto Mall, 255 Middlesex Turnpike, Old Saybrook, CT 06475… Organized by the Old Saybrook Chamber of Commerce (https://goschamber.com/ and/or on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/oldsaybrookchamber/)…”... Quoting from the dedicated info page for this event that we found at the Cars & Coffee Events web site (https://carsandcoffeeevents.com/event/greater-old-saybrook-chamber-classic-car-show-2/): “…The Greater Old Saybrook Chamber and Shoreline Chrysler Dodge Jeep & Ram partnered with the VFW Post #10153 to host the 6th Annual Classic Car Show on Sunday, June 2 at the Old Saybrook Auto Mall, 244 Middlesex Tpke, Old Saybrook… From 10 am to 1 pm, enjoy a fun day filled with beautiful cars, raffles, food & drinks, goodie bags, and more! Proceeds support local and national Veterans Programs… In 2023, we had a selection of cars that spanned from a 1922 Ford Model T to a 2023 Dodge Hornet, over 100 years of cars!... Free for public admission. $10 Show Cars, enter to win dash plaques and trophies! Please visit goschamber.com for more information…”… For More Info Contacts - The following contact info was also provided on the Cars & Coffee Events info page: telephone 860-388-3266, and e-mail info@oldsaybrookchamber.com … Even more info – Please also visit the Old Saybrook Auto Mall’s official info web site at: https://www.shorelinecdjr.com/and/or at their Facebook page (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) online at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Old-Saybrook-Auto-Mall/1150364224978974 ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/17/2024)

JUNE 2, 2024, Sunday, Middletown – “…’Italian Society of Middletown 2024 Car Show’… Sunday, June 2nd, 10:00am – 2:30pm… Rain date = June 9th… 72 Court Street, Middletown, CT 06457—parking in rear of building… $10 entry fee for show cars… Hot dogs, hamburgers, sausage & peppers available on the grill… Cold beer & mixed drinks available inside!...”… Sounds great to us! Thanks to cfazino@comcast.net for sending along the official flyer for this event, from which all of the above info was transcribed. Quoting form their accompanying note (dated 2/15/2024): “…Hello, please list the following car show on your website: ‘…Italian Society of Middletown, 72 Court Street, Middletown Ct… 10:00 - 2:30 (Trophies awarded at 1:30)… Please join us for a great show, good food and plenty of cold drinks!...’…”… More info – Here’s the official Facebook page for the Italian Society of Middletown (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057854476098 … The Italian Society of Middletown is a fraternal organization, and a member of the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce: https://business.middlesexchamber.com/list/member/italian-society-of-middletown-1487 ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/15/2024)

JUNE 2, 2024, Sunday, Norwalk – “…’Pet Animal Welfare Society (PAWS) of Connecticut’s 1st Annual Car Show,’ 10:00am to 3:00pm, at 345 Wilson Avenue, Norwalk, CT 06854… $20 show cars; spectators free…”… Quoting from the Hemmings dedicated event info page (https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=63728): “…Pet Animal Welfare Society of CT will be holding the 1st Annual Car Show on June 2, 2024 at 345 Wilson Ave, Norwalk, CT from 10:00am to 3:00pm. Rain date is TBD. The event is open to all makes and models. We will have food trucks, DJ, raffles, 50/50, goody bags and trophies. The cost of admission for a show car is $20.00. Show cars can start to arrive by 8:00 am. The event is free for spectators. Benefiting Pet Animal Welfare Society of CT. For more information, please call 203-750-9572 x 106 …”… To find out more about this wonderful organization, based in Norwalk, CT, please visit the PAWS official web site: https://www.pawsct.org/ … More info – We also found the PAWS Facebook page (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/PAWSCT ... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/2/2024)

JUNE 2, 2024, Sunday, Meriden – “…The Meriden Lions Club Presents: ‘Duck Race – Plus Car And Bike Show’…”… Quoting from the flyer that was posted within the last day or so by Wayne Lukonis (https://www.facebook.com/wayne.lukonis/) on the “CT Car Shows and Meets” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/247943463484018): “…Meriden Lions Club Duck Race… $5 a Duck… Food, Music, Entertainment… Duck Race starts promptly at 1pm… 20 Prizes… Meriden Motorcycle Club/Lions Car & Bike Show: June 2nd, on the Meriden Green, 77 State Street, Meriden, CT… $10 entry fee per vehicle… Show time: 9am; awards 1:30pm… Open to all cars, motorcycles, trucks… Kids events from 11am-1pm: face painting, balloon twisting, coloring contest… Lions Club will be collecting unwanted glasses for recycling… Follow us on Facebook…”… And from the note that Wayne Lukonis added along with the flyer post: “…Every dollar goes to the Meriden Lions Club, which in return goes to the community…”… Awesome! We love events run by great organizations like the Lions, who do so much for our fellow man!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/26/2024)

JUNE 2, 2024, Sunday, Waterford – “…The 36th Annual ’British By The Sea’ Gathering – Sponsored by the CT MG Club… 10am to 4pm, at Harkness Memorial State Park in Waterford, CT… For 2024, our Marque of the Year will be Triumph TR-7 and TR-8… ‘Please join us on June 2nd, 2024, along with more than 350 other British cars, trucks, and motorcycles for this fun event. Our display field will be set up for 32+ classes…’… Visit WWW.CTMGCLUB.COM , click on the ‘British By The Sea’ tab for more info (here's the actual link to that info page: http://www.ctmgclub.com/bbtsoverview.html), pictures, and aerial video… Contact info: Steve or Annie, MGTD52@comcast.net , 860-693-4249…”… More info – Here’s the Facebook event group for the British By The Sea Gathering: https://www.facebook.com/groups/728100234023484/ … Even more info – Harkness Memorial State Park’s street address is listed as: 275 Great Neck Road, Waterford, CT 06385, and here’s the “getting there” info page provided by the state of CT: https://portal.ct.gov/DEEP/State-Parks/Parks/Harkness-Memorial-State-Park/Getting-Here ... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 12/31/2023)

JUNE 8, 2024, Saturday, Groton – “…The Town of Groton’s ‘Annual Outdoor Market and Classic Car Show – Sponsored by The Valenti Family of Dealerships,’ Saturday, June 8, 2024, 11:00am to 3:00pm, Located in the field between the “Thrive 55+ Active Living Center” and the Groton Public Library, 102 Newtown Road, Groton, CT, 860-441-6785… ‘…Car Show Entry By Donation…’… … webmaster’s note – All of the above info was transcribed from a flyer that our Eastern Connecticut old car friend Clem Brown (lxxvtr6@aol.com) sent along to us attached to an e-mail dated 3/26/2024. Quoting from Clem’s cover note that accompanied the flyer: “…Hi Steve - here is the flyer for the now-annual car show at the Groton Senior Center (Thrive 55+). Same as last year, the show cars will be in an exclusive clean paved lot. There will also be the Groton Outdoor Market nearby with all types of vendors as well as our own Mr. Hot Dog serving food, drinks and ice cream at reasonable prices. The senior center will have a bake sale (great stuff!) and trophy winners will be picked by the folks from Valenti Ford. We have a lot of volunteers to help out and it should be a great day!... Thanks, Clem…”… And like Clem notes, I did indeed make it to last year’s event, as a spectator, and had a FANTASTIC time! Especially with the additional “festive atmosphere” provided by the Outdoor Market that is happening adjacent to the car show! Hope I can make it there this year! Thanks again Clem!... More info – As always, please be sure to check out the Southeastern Connecticut Mustang Club (SCMC) Facebook page for all sorts of news & info about the Eastern Connecticut automobile enthusiast scene:https://www.facebook.com/SCMC1 (be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there!)… And there you have it! Thanks again Clem for the heads up!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 12/31/2023)

JUNE 8, 2024, Saturday, Gales Ferry – “…Gales Ferry’s 3rd Car Cruise Celebrating The Yale Harvard Regatta: ’Regatta Day Car Cruise’ at Sweet Hill Farm, Gales Ferry… Saturday, June 8, 10:00am, at Sweet Hill Farm, 39 Military Highway, Gales Ferry, CT 06335… Quoting from the very helpful note we received from our friend Larry Erhart (lerhart@comcast.net) dated 4/15/2024: “…Steve, I hope you are doing well… We are looking forward to another successful cruising season in 2024… The Car Cruise Event for the Yale Harvard Regatta Car Cruise in Gales Ferry CT on Route 12 is as follows: ‘…June 8, 2024  3rd Annual Yale Harvard Regatta Day Car Cruise, Sweet Hill Farm, 39 Military Hwy, Route 12, Gales Ferry, CT… 11am - 3pm, All Makes, No Cut Off Date… Free Admission, Food, Games, Vendors… Music by D & L Sound, 50/50 Raffle… Please list this in your Shoreline Antique Auto Connection Event Calendar…. Thanks very much for promoting the old car hobby!... Thanks, Larry Erhart, DJ for D & L Sound, Mystic River Entertainment, LLC…”… Fantastic, Larry! Thanks for the info and we’re happy to help spread the word! I was very happy to get out to this event as a spectator last year and had a FANTASTIC time! Sweet Hill Farm is a wonderful venue, laid-back and out in the country—LOVE the always-good vibes there!... More info – “Regatta Day Car Cruise” on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/1558893394976467 … Mystic River Entertainment LLC on Facebook (another we suggest to visit and give a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/mysticriverentertainment/… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/17/2024)

JUNE 8, 2024, Saturday, Greenwich – “…’The 2024 Greenwich Police Department Scholarshp Fund Benefit Car Show Returns!’… at Greenwich Town Hall, Saturday, June 8, 2024, 10am-2pm… Rain date = Sunday, June 9… Register your vehicle by 6/1… Questions?—call 203-622-7884… $20 early bird registration through June 1; $25 registration fee day of welcome… Learn more at www.gpdscholarshipfund.org/car-show-2024 (here’s the actual full URL, which we checked out: https://www.gpdscholarshipfund.org/gpd-car-show-2024) ...”… Quoting from the dedicated event page at the Hemmings web site (https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=63752): “…Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund 2024 Benefit Car Show registration is now open. The event will occur from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on June 8, 2024, at Town Hall, 101 Field Point Rd., Greenwich, CT. Rain date: June 9, 2024 Classic, antique, custom, and exotic cars, motorcycles, and vintage fire trucks will be on display for free. The Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund invites car owners to sign up for early-bird pre-registration by May 31. As space is limited, vehicles will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Registration is $20 per vehicle. To register for the show, go to: Visit https://www.gpdscholarshipfund.org/gpdsf-car-show/ … The event is open to car clubs. Same-day registration will be accepted at the entrance if space permits at $25 per vehicle. All proceeds from the event will benefit the Greenwich Police Department Scholarship Fund. The family-fun event will include a DJ, a 50/50 drawing, food trucks, and more. Sponsorship opportunities start at just $50, including $125 as a Trophy Sponsor and $250 to participate as an on-site sponsor. Automobile dealership opportunities begin at $500, including on-site participation and a vehicle to display on-site. Greenwich Magazine is the exclusive Media Sponsor…”… And here’s the FLYER LINK: https://assets.hemmings.com/uimage/140226984-0-0.jpg?rev=1 …   (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/12/2024)

JUNE 8, 2024, Saturday, Meriden – “…The Others! CC Presents: ‘Silver City Shakedown XI,’ Saturday, June 8, 2024, 11am-5pm, at PBA, 74 Birdsey Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/3353353521635201/): “…The Others! CC presents: Silver City Shakedown XI… *Pre ‘ 65 Hot Rods & Customs Only*- Strictly Enforced - No Rats, art cars or theme cars!... Bands, DJ, Swap Meet, Food Trucks and Club Trophies… For vendor registration and more info visit www.silvercityshakedown.com … Questions call 203-537-0849 or 860-543-9979…”… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/19/2024)

JUNE 9, 2024, Sunday, Fairfield – “…The CT Seaport Car Club’s ‘8th Annual Antique and Classic Car Show’…”… Quoting from Gwen Ackley’s e-mail (bluesbird@sbcglobal.net) dated 1/15/2023: “…Invitation to TWO car shows!... Dear fellow car enthusiast, Your car club with its beautiful vehicles is cordially invited to attend, not one, but TWO great car shows this year!... (webmaster’s note – This listing pertains to the second of the two events contained in Gwen’s e-mail—the first was for the May 19th Port 5 Naval Association Boothe Memorial Park Car Show)… The second car show is at a NEW location and on a NEW date: The CT Seaport Car Club’s 8th Annual Antique and Classic Car Show… NEW Date:  Sunday, June 9th, 2024 (rain date June 16th)… NEW Location: Back parking lot of Fairfield Ludlowe High School (785 Unquowa Rd, Fairfield) - Many parking spots in the SHADE… 9:00 am-3:00 pm. Over 100 trophies/awards.  Special awards including being An Official CT Cruise News 20 Ring Event, sponsored by Danbury Dodge. Show Cars $20, Free to the Public, All show cars welcome! Dash plaques and Goody Bags to first 150 show vehicles. Music, Food trucks, Vendors. Brief welcome by Bill Gerber, First Selectman of Fairfield. Demonstration by the Fairfield K9 Unit at 11 AM. Proceeds to benefit Operation Hope of Fairfield. For information, go to ctseaportcarclub.com (https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/) or call Lissa Seeberger at 203-247-2014… If you would kindly please post this information on your events listing as a public service announcement, it would be very much appreciated!... Thank you, Gwen Ackley, Volunteer for Friends of Boothe Park & Museum, Port Five Naval Veterans Ladies Auxiliary, and the Connecticut Seaport Car Club…”… And there you have it!... *2/23/2024 UPDATES FROM THE ORGANIZERS – LIVE BAND ADDED! - Quoting some excerpts from an e-mail dated 2/22/2024 from Gwen Ackley (bluesbird@sbcglobal.net): “…If you would kindly please update this information on your events listing, it would be very much appreciated! There now will be a phenomenal live band performing tunes from the 50s and 60s. Text is below, and also in a Word file, along with the car show flyer and photos of the live band that will be performing. Hope to see you there!... *DJ and Live Music by Jukebox 45 Show Band 11:30 - 1:00 pm*… *Fairfield’s First Selectman Bill Gerber will say a few words of welcome about 10:30 am and the Fairfield Police K9 Unit will have a demonstration with its dogs at 11:00 am.*… *The National Anthem will be sung live at Noon and the 100+ trophies are expected to be awarded starting at 1:45 pm.*… For more information about the CT Seaport Car Club’s upcoming June 9 car show, visit www.ctseaportcarclub.com in the months leading up to the show. Questions can be directed to deanradcliffe@att.net or by calling Lissa Seeberger at 203-247-2014…. (dedicated car show info page link is as follows:) https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/2024carshow.html …”… Sounds positively fantastic!... Thanks again to Gwen and all of the CT Seaport Car Club Car Show volunteers!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/15/2024; some updates received from the organizers added to this listing as of 2/23/2024)

JUNE 9, 2024, Sunday, Marlborough – “…’Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue Car Show: “Horsepower” – Car Competition to Benefit CDHR – Bikes & Spectators Welcome!’… Sunday, June 9th, at The Farm At Carter Hill, 86 East Hampton Road, Marlborough, CT… $15 entry; $5 admission… Cars arrive 9-11am… Doors open at 11am… Awards 2:30pm… Food & Drink, Raffles & Games, Trophy Awards… (no outside food or drink allowed)… Live music by “Beth & The Boys…”… Connecticut Draft Horse Rescue info: www.ctdraftrescue.org and/or www.Facebook.com/ctdraftrescue ... webmaster’s note – We transcribed all of the above info from a flyer that was posted by Roseanne Scacca (https://www.facebook.com/roseanne.tavanascacca) within the past day or so at The Farm At Carter Hill’s Facebook page, along with the following note: “…Good morning Everyone… Tara, Sarah, and I are so excited to announce that we will be having our 2nd Annual Car Show this June at THE FARM AT CARTER HILL in Marlbough Ct… Mark your Calendars!... 100% of the proceeds goes to our Beautiful Horses…”… Even more info – Here’s also the official Facebook page for The Farm At Carter Hill, which also hosts several other wonderful car events thru the season (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/farmlifeonrt66 ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/17/2024)

JUNE 9, 2024, Sunday, Plantsville – “…9th Annual ‘Cars 4 Paws Car Show’ – Great Time for a Great Cause – To Benefit Best Friends for Life Animal Rescue…”… Sunday, June 9, 2024, 10:00am to 3:30pm, Southington Drive-In, 935 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Plantsville, CT 06479… Free admission… Show Cars $20… Food, trophies, food trucks, 50/50, dash plaques… DJ Jerry Covino (Brass City Cruisers)… Rain date = Sunday, June 23, 2024…”… The above info was transcribed from a flyer posted on the “CT Car Shows and Meets” Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/247943463484018) within the past day or so, by Tony Bagliore (https://www.facebook.com/tony.bagliore), with the following note: “…Help make our 9th show great… Volunteers and vendors wanted… 203 250 7387 or 860 747 5412 …:”… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/22/2024)  

JUNE 9, 2024, Sunday, Wallingford – “…Executive Chevrolet Presents: ‘First Annual Summer Kick-Off Car Show,’ Sunday, June 9th, 2024, 10am-2pm, at Executive Chevrolet, 399 North Colony Road, Wallingford, CT… Rain date = Sunday, June 16th… All years, and makes welcome!... Please come, have fun, and be safe!... No alcohol, no burnouts… Raffle, 50/50… 20 large trophies awarded… Music & food… $10 donation requested…”… webmaster's note – All of the above info was transcribed from the official event flyer that was posted recently on the Facebook system by Brian Ripley, to the “Charter Oak Car Club of CT” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/412091581227510), along with the following note: “…JOIN US on Sunday June 9, 10AM-2PM, for a great show! In partnership with Executive Chevrolet in Wallingford, Charter Oak Firebird and Pontiac Club will be there with some music and great raffles! Food truck from Shoreline Prime, and Twenty big 18" Dealer's Choice trophies going out! $10 donation. Proceeds benefit the Executive Cares and Charter Oak Children's Charity Fund. SAVE THE DATE!...”… And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/19/2024)

JUNE 10, 2024, Monday, South Windsor – “…Bill Silvestri Hosting Typ356NE Bear’s Smokehouse Express Lunch/Mustante Motorsports Shop Tour/Porsche Cruise Night at Connecticut Valley Brewing Company…”… Quoting from Allen Sisson’s “President’s Message – February 2024” on page 3 of the Volume 24/Issue 01/February 2024 issue of “Tub Times” (the official newsletter of the Type 356 Northeast club, www.Typ356NE.org): “…On Monday, June 10th, from 12:30pm to as late as 9pm, Bill Silvestri is hosting first a lunch at Bear’s Smokehouse Express (https://bearsbbq.com/south-windsor) in South Windsor, CT. After that, there will be a drive to a shop tour of Musante Motorsports (https://musantemotorsports.com/) also in South Windsor, CT, another specialty Porsche shop. Finally, there will be a drive to Connecticut Valley Brewing Company (ctvalleybrewing.com) in South Windsor, CT, where they will be hosting a Porsche Cruise Night, from 4 to 9pm (webmaster’s note – We also found the Porsche Cruise Night event listed at their web site on this dedicated page: https://www.ctvalleybrewing.com/tc-events/porsche-cruise-night-6-10-24/)… Obviously, you can leave at any time…”… And then on page 5 of the same Tub Times issue, the listing for this event also appears in the “Typ356NE Event Calendar for 2024” section: “…Monday, June 10, 12:30-9:00pm, Typ356NE Lunch, Shop Tour, and Drive… Starting at Bear’s Smokehouse Express, 454 Ellington Road, South Windsor, CT 06074… Come join us for a wonderful afternoon, starting with a fabulous barbeque, a Porsche shop tour, and finally driving to a local Porsche-themed cruise night!... See the web site for more details (webmaster’s note – That would be the online “Schedule of Events” at the Typ356NE web site—go to this page and then scroll to the June calendar: https://www.typ356ne.org/schedule-of-events)…”… Additional note – This sounds very cool, and the fact that our long-time old car friend from the Volkswagen and Porsche enthusiast world, Bill Silvestri is hosting it, makes it a “must attend” for us! Thanks Bill for all your work organizing!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/16/2024)

JUNE 12, 2024, Wednesday, Middletown – “…27th Annual ’Cruise Night on Main Street – Presented by the NAPA… 4:30pm to 8:00pm, Main Street, Middletown, CT 06457… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/247769721742447): “…Hundreds of cars are expected to line both sides of scenic Main Street, from Washington Street to the South Green, on Wednesday, June 12, for the 27th Annual celebration of classic vehicles. Music and food combined with an array of pre-1999 classic vehicles, will make this a family-friendly and fun event for everyone… This event will benefit Middletown youth programs, including the Hal Kaplan Middletown Mentor Program, Middletown Recreation Programs, and the Middletown Summer Youth Employment Program…”… More info – Here’s the “Cruise Night on Main Street” organizers’ Facebook page (be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/cruisenightonmain ... Even more info - We also found these other informational online pages that present lots more info about the event: https://cruisenightonmain.com/ and also: https://www.middlesexchamber.com/car-cruise/ … And there you have it!.... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/14/2024)

JUNE 15, 2024, Saturday, Guilford – “…’The Paul Dostie KARE Foundation Car Show’… Saturday, June 15th, 2024, 9am-1pm, at the Guilford Fairgrounds, 111 Lovers Lane, Guilford, CT… $10 per car; $5 spectator donation (children under 12 free)… Dash plaques, 50/50 raffle, music & food, goody bags… Dash plaque sponsor: Chrome and Coastlines Custom Art; trophy sponsor: Homes For Heroes – Nikki Travaglino… ‘…All funds collected from the car show will be donated to the Paul Dostie KARE Foundation. The mission for the Foundation is to provide funds to help support travel and medical expenses for individuals faced with life threatening illnesses and also to help young adults entering the trades. For more information: pauldostiekarefund.org …’… For more information on the Car Show please contact: Bill Raccio at racciobill62@gmail.com or Nikki Travaglino at nikkit@wpsir.com …”… And there you have it!... webmaster’s note - Sincere thanks to our friend Bill Raccio for forwarding a copy of the official flyer from which all of the above information was transcribed! Bill and Nikki’s efforts, along with all of their fellow volunteers, to organize & run this wonderful local car event for a wonderful benefit cause are much appreciated!... Even more info – Please also be sure to check out the Paul Dostie KARE (“Kindness Always Rewards Everyone”) Foundation’s Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/835097650526819 ... *4/16/2024 UPDATE - This event has reportedly been cancelled... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/28/2024; event cancellation update as of 4/16/2024)

JUNE 15, 2024, Saturday, Oxford – “…’The Northeast Volks 2nd Annual Auto Show’ – Benefiting The Klingberg Auto Restoration Program… Saturday, June 15th, starting at 9:00am, at 24 Hawley Road, Oxford, CT 06478…”… Quoting from the official Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/939568974182684/): “…Join us June 15th for our 2nd annual auto show, partial proceeds will be donated to the Klingberg auto restoration program… Gates open at 9AM, show cars $10, spectators are free… Bring a non-perishable food item to donate and get a FREE raffle ticket… All makes are welcome… Award announcements will be between 2PM and 3PM… Awards categories: - Best stock air cooled VW, - Best custom air cooled VW, - Best water cooled VW, - Best air cooled Porsche, - Best water cooled Porsche, - Best Audi, - Best kit car, - Best offroad, - Best van, - Best other make, - Best survivor, - Peoples choice, - The Northeast Volks pick, - Rad Stallions pick…”… More info – Please be sure to visit The Northeast Volks’ official Facebook page (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100090085326896 … webmaster’s note – Beautiful spot out in the country for this event (easy to get to, just off of Route 67—believe the venue is called “Community Chapel”), and great people involved with The Northeast Volks & Rad Stallions organizations!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/17/2024)

JUNE 15, 2024, Saturday, Colchester – “…’Connecticut Military Vehicle Collectors (COMVEC) 46th Annual CT Military Vehicle Show & Flea Market,’ Saturday, June 15, 2024, 8:00am to 4:00pm, at Zagray’s Farm, 544 Amston Road, Colchester, CT 06415… Antique military vehicles, flea market, military displays, food on site… Admission: $5 adults/ children under 10 free… Vendor & General info: Andrea 860-324-7328… www.comvec.org … No pets, no firearms, no alcohol… COMVEC is a 501-C-3 non-profit organization & MVPA Affiliate…”… webmaster’s note – All of the above info was transcribed from a flyer posted within the last day or so on their Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100032396662086 … Additional info – Here’s the “Directions” link at the Zagray Farm Museum’s web site: http://www.zagrayfarmmuseum.org/Directions/Directions.html ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/2/2024)

JUNE 16, 2024, Sunday, New Canaan – “…‘Caffeine and Carburetors’ – Pine & Elm Streets Event, 8:00am-11:00am, New Canaan, CT…”… Quoting from the broadcast e-mail from doug@caffeineandcarburetors.com that was received dated 3/7/2024: “…Caffeine & Carburetors – 2024 Event Schedule… Mark your calendars… the 2024 C&C schedule has landed… Registration info forthcoming… June 16th – Pine and Elm Streets… October 20th – Waveny Park… All event cars must be registered in advance for entry. Registration info forthcoming… Please subscribe to C&C emails (https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/1Hbf6z3/signup) and follow @caffeineandcarburetors on Instagram to stay updated on the latest news and announcements… Caffeine & Carburetors, https://caffeineandcarburetors.com/ , 75 Pine Street, New Canaan, CT 06840…”… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/7/2024)

JUNE 16, 2024, Sunday, Terryville – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association Presents the ‘31st Annual Bug-A-Fair’…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Sunday, June 16, 2024 – 31st Annual “Bug-A-Fair” will be held at the Terryville Fairgrounds, Town Hill Road on Father’s day from 9am to 3pm. 40 Show Car classes with 1st-3rd Place awards for both aircooled and watercooled VWs plus Special Choice awards and Best of Show trophies totaling over 140 awards! Car registration opens at 9am, judging starts at 12 noon and awards at 3pm. The show also has a huge swap meet with over 75 vendors selling used and new VW items. Food all day Sunday provided by the Terryville Lions Club. Camping Saturday night for those who want to get a jump on the festivities. All proceeds go to the Terryville Lions Club. Directions: Route 6 Scott Road in Terryville, Ct. then two miles to Terryville Fairgrounds, 171 Town Hill Rd. For more info go to www.ctvwa.org , or contact: Bill Arute (860) 395-9964, bill@ctvwa.org , or Jeff McBride jeff@ctvwa.org …”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/16/2024)

JUNE 21, 2024, Friday, Portland – “…Knights of Columbus Freestone Council #7, of Portland, CT Present: ‘8th Annual Car Show Dedicated to Past Grant Knight Jerry Ducolos,’ Friday, June 21, starting at 3:00pm, at Church of St. Mary, 45 Freestone Avenue, Portland, CT… Rain date = Saturday, June 22, 10:00am… Featuring: Classic cars, muscle cars, street rods, trucks… Parking lot opens at 3:00pm… Entry fee: $10… Knights Kitchen will be open… Awards for: Best of Show, Oldest, Classic, Muscle Cars, Street Rods, Truck… ‘…The Freestone Council Knights of Columbus proudly supports: Joey Logano Foundation, Local Youth Sports, Portland Food Bank, Project Graduation, Klingberg Family Centers, Hometown Foundation… We also provide: Three annual $1,200 scholarships…’… webmaster’s note – We transcribed all of the above info from a flyer that was posted within the past day or so by Michael Hill (https://www.facebook.com/Jetmechmike/) to the CT Council of Car Clubs Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/connecticutcouncilofcarclubs/)… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/17/2024)

JUNE 23, 2024, Sunday, Greenwich – “…Byram Volunteer Fire Department 2nd Annual Car Show…”… 10am-4pm, at Greenwich Town Hall, 101 Field Point Road, Greenwich, CT 06830… Quoting from the Hemmings dedicated event listing (https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=63486) that we just ran across today: “…Byram Volunteer Fire Department is holding its 2nd Annual Car show at the Greenwich Town Hall, located at 101 Field Point Road, Greenwich, CT. It will be $20 per car, will have live band, and a raffle… (Info): Chris DeLuca 203-496-1371…”… More info – We found the Byram Volunteer Fire Department’s Facebook page, online at: https://www.facebook.com/BVFDCT/ (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”)… Even more info – We also ran across this Greenwich Sentinel story about last year’s Byram Volunteer Fire Department Car Show: https://www.greenwichsentinel.com/2023/10/06/first-annual-byram-volunteer-fire-department-car-show-a-golden-moment-for-town/ - the article, entitled “First Annual Byram Volunteer Fire Department Car Show a Golden Moment for Town,” written by Liz Leamy, is definitely worth reading, but to highlight a couple of the important aspects of last year’s *first ever* event, here are a couple of quotes from the article that I picked out (underlining by me): “…This commencement event was conducted by the Byram Volunteer Fire Department as a means to help provide support for its services and was a true gem experience in all respects… In addition to its museum-like showcase of classic vehicles, this event also featured Adopt-a-Dog, Inc., the renowned Armonk, New York-based pet adoption service that had a tent area set up where visitors could interact and spend time with more than half a dozen friendly furry friends who are up for adoption, making the day all the more special…”… All sounds fantastic to me! Benefiting a great organization—the Byram Volunteer Fire Department, AND promoting an outstanding pet adoption organization—a lot to like! Kudos to all involved, and here’s hoping that the 2nd Annual version is another whopping success!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/23/2024)

JUNE 23, 2024, Sunday, Berlin – “…Summer Knights Car Club Annual Car Show…”… 9am-2pm, at Berlin Fairgrounds, Beckley Road, Berlin, CT… Quoting from the Facebook event page https://www.facebook.com/events/1066319341171853/ : “…Come join us for our annual car show June 23, starting at 9:00 am. The venue is the Berlin Fair, Berlin Connecticut… Trophies (30), Dash Plaques, Food Trucks, Raffles… Great music from JoAnn and Doug!... Lots of room for your Hot Rod Club parking!... $10.00 car, $5.00 spectators, Military ALWAYS FREE with ID…”… More info - https://www.summerknights.net/ - And quoting some more excerpts from the event blub on that page: “…32nd ANNUAL SUMMER KNIGHTS CAR SHOW is June 23, 2024… Special Guests --- Wayne Carini of Chasing Classic Cars, AJ from 99.1 PLR`s Chaz and A J  Check back for more special guests and celebrities… Proceeds to benefit  Boxes to Boots & Robot Legs for Dawid Kotarski… ALL YEARS WELCOME… Trophies  Raffles  Great Food & Special awards too… Gates open @ 9 am; Awards @ 1pm… Participants $10, Spectators $5  Kids free with paid adult.. Trophies, Raffles, great food, and many special awards too… More info: L J @ 860-670-8532…”… (this event was added to this calendar as of 12/21/2023)

JUNE 29, 2024, Saturday, Colchester – “…Rad Stallions Car Club Presents ‘Bring Back The Rad III – ‘80s & ‘90s Car Show’…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page https://www.facebook.com/events/747118710084307/ : “…We are excited to announce our 3rd Annual BRING BACK THE RAD – ‘80s & ‘90s Car Show back at Priam Vineyards, in Colchester, CT… Date: Saturday June 29th, 2024… Time: 12p - 5p… Location:
Priam Vineyards, 11 Shailor Hill Road, Colchester, CT… This show commemorates the RADDEST era of our lifetime, with cars, fashion, music, and pop culture items: - Come dress in ‘80s & ‘90s fashion. Awards will be given to best dressed… - Raffle tickets to win prizes… - Decorate your vehicles with 80s & 90s pop culture items. Awards will be given to the best RAD theme… - Bring 80s & 90s pop culture items you love to show off. Show off BMX bikes, scooters, skateboards, boomboxes, sneakers, toys, video games, windbreakers, fanny packs, and more… - We encourage all 80s & 90s vehicles to attend. There are some exceptions for those who bring newer and older cars that where made before and after that blended with ‘80s & ‘90s designs, and/or showcasing a 80s & 90s theme. Awards will be given to the vehicles registered based on their applied categories… - Vehicle registration we ask $10 donation to help local charity… - Spectators are free to participate, family & pet friendly, and kids can participate… Vendor space and sponsorship is available. We encourage all vendors who have a retro theme or items to showcase to be part of this event… For more information please contact us: Radstallionsct@gmail.com or send us a message…”… More info - Rad Stallions on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/radstallions (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”)… Priam Vineyards on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PriamVineyards (please also be sure to visit and “Like”)... (this event was added to this calendar as of 12/21/2023)

JUNE 30, 2024, Sunday, Orange – “…’Dragone Classic Motorcars Presents: The Iron Range Swap Meet and Car Show,’ 7am-3pm, at Dragone Classic Motorcars, 5 Connair Road, Orange, CT 06477, 203-218-1903…”… Quoting from the flyer that we just ran across on the coming events page of our friends CT Cruise News (here’s the direct FLYER LINK: https://www.ctcruisenews.com/events/e092.php): “…The Iron Range Swap Meet and Car Show, Sunday, June 30th, 2024, 7am-3pm… Come and join us for our 3rd annual swap meet with car, coffee, food, and friends! Our 66,000 square foot showroom and restoration facility full of great cars, motorcycles, and more will be open for everyone to enjoy! We have a large property for parts and automobilia vendors and cars to gather and we will have food trucks on site to provide hot coffee and food, and music from DJ Seth Carley!... All interested vendors must call Alex Dragone to explain what you are selling and to reserve a space…”… More info – Here’s the Dragone Classic Motorcars official web site: https://www.dragoneclassic.com/ and here’s their official Facebook page (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/dragoneclassic/ ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/12/2024)

JULY 3, 2024, Wednesday, Branford – Season opener for “…Branford Parks & Recreation Department Presents: ‘Shake, Rattle, and Roll – Wayback Wednesdays’… Featuring Classic Hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s spun by DJ Dennis Nardella… July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st, on the Town Green (weather permitting)… Including a Car Show on Town Hall Drive! (webmaster’s note: Underlining by yours truly—participating “car show” cars park in spaces along Town Hall Drive, both sides, but not on the grass)… To participate in the car show, e-mail: NardellasMusic@aol.com …”… Additional note – All of the above was transcribed from the Official Flyer that appears on page 30 of the Branford Parks & Recreation Department 2024 Spring & Summer Programs brochure, that just got released recently—here’s the link to the brochure: https://branfordct.myrec.com/forms/5968_spring__summer_program_brochure.pdf ... Additional thoughts – I’ve participated in a number of these over the past few years, and they are ALWAYS a ton of fun! Relaxed vibe, cool cars, and great tunes spun by the one and only Dennis Nardella! Definitely looking forward to hitting them again this year! And did you notice that, thanks to the calendar, there will be FIVE this year?! Gotta love it!... Thanks again Dennis and all the good folks at Branford Parks & Rec!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/15/2024)

JULY 8, 2024, Monday, Wallingford (note location change) North Haven – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association’s ‘VW Night at the Doo-Wop Cruisers’…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Monday Night, July 8, 2024  - The CVA’s “VW Night” at the Doo Wop Cruisers from 5pm to dark in “New Location” 181 Colony Rd. Wallingford Ct. 06492 (Train Station overflow parking lot across from Hard Hat Café).  North Haven Ct. at the Washington Commons, intersection of Washington Avenue and RT-5. This event is open to all Volkswagens. DJ all night, food and ice cream available for purchase in the commons. Cruise contingent on weather. For more information contact Bill Arute 860-395-9964, bill@ctvwa.org , or Chris Fox chris@ctvwa.org…”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… *3/8/2024 UPDATE – NEW LOCATION – New Location for this event, as per an e-mai (subject line “Doo Wop New Location”): dated 3/8/2024 from CVA President Bill Arute (williamarute@sbcglobal.net): “…?Hi Steve, attached is our revised CVA Coming Events flyer with the new Doo Wop Cruise location. Hopefully this is it for changes, HA!... Thanks, Bill… ‘…Monday Night July 8, 2024  - The CVA’s “VW Night” at the Doo Wop Cruisers from 5pm to dark. “New Location” 181 Colony Rd. Wallingford Ct. 06492 (Train Station overflow parking lot across from Hard Hat Café). This event is open to all Volkswagens. Cruise contingent on weather. For more information contact Bill Arute 860-395-9964, bill@ctvwa.org , Brian Esposito brian@ctvwa.org , or Jeff McBride jeff@ctvwa.org …’…” And there you have it! Thanks again Bill for keeping us updated with the proper info, and thanks Brian and all of the Doo Wop Cruisers car club folks for all the work they do to produce these events!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/16/2024; event location updated as of 3/8/2024)

JULY 19-21, 2024, Sunday, Beverly (MASSACHUSETTS) – “The Misselwood Concours d’Elegance”… Quoting from the main event web site page (https://www.misselwood.com/concours-delegance): “…The Misselwood Concours d'Elegance is one of the most scenic and fun concours shows in the country. Since 2010, the Misselwood Estate (webmaster’s note – The physical address of the Misselwood Estate at Endicott College is listed as 407 Hale Street, Beverly, MA 01915) has become home to an annual display of stunning automobiles and motorcycles from across the country. Motoring enthusiasts are left speechless by the spectacular oceanfront setting, with it's well manicured grounds and gorgeous views. Misselwood is an intimate show with no barriers between you and the cars, where you are sure to see an eclectic mix of rare, historic cars and motorcycles. All proceeds from the Misselwood Concours weekend go directly to support Endicott College student scholarships. The show has raised over $300,000 in support of Endicott students…Proceeds raised from the 2023 Misselwood Concours d’Elegance went directly to Endicott College’s Inspire Scholarship. The Inspire Scholarship enables first-generation students from our local community and beyond to benefit from Endicott College’s innovative experiential, professional, and liberal arts curriculum. Support for the Inspire Scholarship Fund offers meritorious students—who are first in their families to pursue dreams of higher education—a place at the Nest…”… More info – Please also be sure to visit the official Facebook page of the Misselwood Concours d’Elegance (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) at: https://www.facebook.com/MisselwoodConcours ... Additional note – Diane and I participated in the 2023 event—our first-ever Misselwood Experience—we had such a great time! Saw tons of amazing cars! Met many wonderful people! An experience positively unmatched! Thanks to event Chairman Darren Stewart and his entire team for a superb job in every way!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/3/2024)

JULY 20 2024, Saturday, Eastford – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association’s ‘11th Annual Frog Rock Gathering’…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Saturday, July 20, 2023 -The CVA’s  11th Annual “FROG ROCK” Gathering from Noon till 3pm, Address: 212 Pomfret Rd (Rt. 44) Eastford Ct. 06242. (Rain date Sunday 21st) A social event for all VW’s. Burgers, Hot Dogs, Seafood and Ice Cream available at the food stand. Next we head down the road to the Tri State Cruiser’s Saturday night cruise from 3 till dark at the junction of Rt.169 and Rt. 101, Pomfret Center. For more info please call: Bill Arute (860) 395-9964 bill@ctvwa.org , or Jeff McBride jeff@ctvwa.org …”… For more info– Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/16/2024)

JULY 21, 2024, Sunday, Shelton – “The Pine Rock Firehouse 5th Annual Benefit Car and Truck Show”… Quoting form the listing we ran across recently on our friends the CT Seaport Car Club’s coming events page (https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/carshows.htm): “…Sunday, July 21, 2024 (Rain Date = July 28), Shelton CT… SAVE THE DATE--MORE DETAILS to FOLLOW… Pine Rock Firehouse Presents Their 5th Annual Car and Truck Show… Location: Scinto Towers, 4 Corporate Drive, Shelton CT… Show to Benefit the Pine Rock Fire House…”… More info – After I saw this listing I also got in touch with my old friend (& fellow car nut) Matthew Dickervitz, via the Facebook system (https://www.facebook.com/matthew.dickervitz), since I knew he’s involved with the Pine Rock Firehouse, and inquired about whether a flyer was available for this event, and whether I could get on the mailing list for one. Matthew got right back to me: “…Will do, the flyer should be ready soon…”… Awesome, thanks Matthew, and everyone connected with the Pine Rock Firehouse of Shelton!... *2/14/2024 UPDATE – OFFICIAL FLYER HAS BEEN RELEASED – I found the 2024 flyer posted on the Facebook system within the past few days, and will transcribe it in full here: “…Pine Rock Fire Co. 4 ‘5th Annual Car and Truck Show’… July 21, 2024… Registration $10… The show will be held at Scinto Towers, 4 Corporate Drive, Shelton, CT… Gates open at 8am; vehicle must be registered by noon… Dash plaques and goodie bags to first 100 cars… Rain date = July 28th, 2024 (also a Sunday)… Food and music… 50/50 raffle… Special Prizes… Awards (Peer Voting)… No cut off year—if you are proud of it, bring it!... No alcohol or burnouts…”… And there you have it! Thanks again to Matthew Dickervitz and everyone who works hard to organize and run this show, that benefits a wonderful organization!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/3/2024; full transcription of Official 2024 Flyer added to this listing as of 2/14/2024)

JULY 21, 2024, Sunday, Watertown – “…’The Sunset Grille of Watertown Presents ‘2024 Car Show’… Sunday, July 21st, 9am-2pm, gates open @ 8am… Sunset Grille, 834 Northfield Road, Watertown, CT… Entry feel $15; spectators are free… Muscle cars, hot rods, classic cars… Cut-Off Year 1989… Oldies music, 50/50 raffle, door prizes… Trophies to be announced at 2pm… Breakfast sandwiches & BBQ available for purchase (no outside alcohol permitted)… Enjoy delicious food and a Great Day!... The Sunset Grille, 834 Northfield Road, Watertown, CT 06795, thesunsetgrillect.com , @sunsetgrillect …”… (actual Facebook link:https://www.facebook.com/thesunsetgrillect - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there!)… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/11/2024)

JULY 27, 2024, Saturday, Madison – “…'The Ted Aub Memorial Car Show – In Association with Take A Vet Fishing’… Saturday, July 27th, 2024, 9am-1pm, at Madison Town Green, 26 Meeting House Lane, Madison, CT… Rain date = August 3, 2024… Show Cars $10 entry… Goodie bags (first 150)… Trophies & Raffle… Music & Food… Free Spectator Admission… Proceeds benefit Veteran Events & Organizations… Contact for Sponsorships & More Info: Bill Raccio racciobill62@gmail.com , Nikki Travaglino nikkit@wpsir.com … Please follow all COVID guidelines in effect at the time of the show…”… And there you have it!... webmaster’s note - Sincere thanks to our friend Bill Raccio for forwarding a copy of the official flyer from which all of the above information was transcribed! Bill and Nikki’s, along with all of their fellow volunteers, are to be congratulated and thanked for organizing & running this wonderful local car event in memory of an outstanding man (& fellow old car guy), Ted Aub, who did so much for Veterans, and to benefit Veteran-related causes, that Ted very much believed in… (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/28/2024)

JULY 28, 2024, Sunday, Southington – “…’Ellie’s 4th Annual Birthday Charity Car Show’… Sunday, July 28, 2024, 11am-3:30pm, at Southington Drive-In, 995 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Soutthington, CT 06489…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/935529674886524/): “…Save the Date! More details are to come but please join us for our annual charity car show put on by our daughter with all proceeds going to charity!…”… Here’s some additional info from the event flyer that we found at “The Race For Grace Foundation” Facebook page: “…Southington Drive-In, 995 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Southington, CT: ‘Ellie’s 4th Annual Birthday Charity Car Show, Sunday, July 28th, 2024, 11am-3:30pm… $10 show vehicle entry fee… 100% of proceeds benefit charity… Raffles, food, music… Food provided by Kraftwich… Questions contact Brandon@RaceForGraceFoundation.org …”… webmaster’s note – Please also be sure to go to the organizers’ Facebook page: “The Race For Grace Foundation” online at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100085008882804 – and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/13/2024)

AUGUST 2, 2024, Friday, Northford/North Branford – “The North Branford Potato and Corn Festival’s New & Improved Classic Car Show”… 290 Forest Road, Northford, CT… Quoting form a blurb we ran across on Facebook just recently: “…PoCo’s new and improved Classic Car Show will now be held Friday, August 2, 2024, with Registration beginning at 4pm… This year, we are welcoming Cars, Bikes, Trucks, Pre-1980… Our online payment is discounted and non-refundable. Proceeds go to location scholarships and non-profits in North Branford. If you do not want to pre-register, no worries, we will see you there. No rain date…”… More info – The main PoCo Fest Facebook page appears to be https://www.facebook.com/NorthBranfordPoCoFest/ - so don’t forget to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there … And the main PoCo Fest web site (where you should be able to find that pre-registration info form, etc. for the car show) is: https://nbpocofestival.com … So, that’s as much as I know right now. The overall event I believe runs Friday the 2nd thru Sunday the 4th, but don’t forget that the Classic Car Show happens Friday evening only… (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/3/2024)

AUGUST 3, 2024, Saturday, New Haven – “…3rd Annual City Point Yacht Club Car Show – Proceeds to Benefit Breast Cancer Awareness…”… Quoting from the listing we just ran across on the coming events page of our friends the CT Seaport Car Club (https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/carshows.htm): “…Saturday August 3, 2024 (Rain date August 4), New Haven, CT, 3rd Annual City Point Yacht Club Car Show, 347 Kimberly Avenue, New Haven Connecticut… Gates open at 8AM for car registration $15 entry fee car… Show starts at 10AM… Complimentary coffee and for registrants… Food and beverages available for purchase… Raffles and Trophies for several categories… Proceeds donated to Breast Cancer Awareness… Information: Call Art (203) 410-1102 , Bill (860) 538-0608 , or Joe (203) 623-2089 …”… More info – Here’s the City Point Yacht Club’s official web site: https://www.citypointyc.org/ - and here's the City Point Yacht Club Facebook page (be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/pages/City-Point-Yacht-Club/115886011765364 - and we also found a (private) City Point Yacht Club Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/197146000356530/ … And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/23/2024)

AUGUST 3, 2024, Saturday, Lime Rock/Lakeville – “…Connecticut Valley Region Porsche Club of America Presents ‘Porsches @ The Rock’…”… Quoting from the Press Release that our local Shoreline-area Porsche driving friend Joe from Northeast Porsche Owners (northeastporscheowners@gmail.com) sent along to us just today: “…Aug. 3: Porsches@The Rock… August 3 @ 10:00 am - 4:00 pm… CVR’s special event of ‘Porsches @ The Rock’ will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Lime Rock Park… Attention all PCA members and Porsche owners: Come up to Lime Rock Park for the day or for a couple of hours.   Put your car on display at the Porsche Cars and Coffee gathering on the Midway. There will be a Porsche-themed swap meet on the Midway.  Sponsors and vendors will have tents/displays on the Midway… Bring your blanket and folding chair and watch our DE drivers on track and see our AutoX drivers navigating their course in B Paddock… Porsche Parade Laps will be available after lunchtime, for those who pre-registered. Registration will open in July. Drive your Porsche on the track for 3 laps, in a group of cars behind a pace car, at a moderate pace (not to exceed 60 mph). Max of 4 people per car. Helmets are not required… Food for purchase, from food trucks, will be on the Midway. Commemorative t-shirts will be for sale… ** Our Community Service chair, Lynn Keller, will be collecting non-perishable food donations for the Corner Food Pantry, at this event ** (webmaster's note - That was my underlining; we love the concept of nonperishable food donations for those less fortunate)… All Porsche owners and Porsche Club of America (PCA) members welcome… Time: 10:00 am – 4:00 pm… Location: Lime Rock Park… Thank you to our Main Sponsor: Repasi Motorwerks…”… And there you have it! Thanks Joe/Northeastporscheowners for the heads-up and providing the approved-for-publication verbiage… We attended the 2023 version of “Porsches @ The Rock” and had a great time! Lime Rock Park up in NW CT has to be one of the most beautiful automotive enthusiast venues in the world, and is perfect for this kind of fun, multi-faceted event! Hope we can make it again this year!... RUMOR DEPARTMENT – We have heard that a possible Shoreline-area Porsche event happening this summer also... All very hush-hush right now, as there are no approved-for-publication details available as of yet... But, definitely DO STAY TUNED!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/8/2024)

AUGUST 4, 2024, Sunday, South Glastonbury – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association’s ‘Dubs & Suds’ – at Hops On The Hill Brewery…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Sunday August 4, 2024 – CVA’s “Dubs & Suds”at Hops on the Hill Brewery, 275 Dug Road, South Glastonbury Ct., from 1 to 5pm. Please join us for a cold hand crafted beer or class of wine on a family owned tobacco farm located along the Connecticut River Valley. Don’t forget to pack you tent and chairs, a food truck will be on the premises or bring a picnic lunch. For more information see hopsonthehillbrewery.com or contact Bill Arute (860) 395-9964 or bill@ctvwa.org …”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/21/2024)

AUGUST 18, 2024, Sunday, Branford – “…Army’s Legacy Animal Rescue and Sanctuary’s ‘4th Annual Legacy Cars, Jeeps, and Motorcycles Show’…”… August 18, 9:30am-3:30pm, at Longley’s Parking Lot, 249 West Main Street, Branford, CT 06405… $5 Spectator Fee, $15 Prepaid Entry Fee, $20 Day of Entry Fee… Open to all vehicles of all years and motorcycles… Music, vendors, food, raffles, trophies… Pets Allowed… Army’s Legacy Animal Rescue and Sanctuary, armyslegacyrescuesanctuary@gmail.com , 203-915-4722 …”… And now quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/3534741173505763- which contains the Official Flyer from which all of the above info was directly transcribed): “…Join us to not only have a GREAT time but to help a GREAT cause!... Our mission is to save the neglected, abused & discarded. We strive to speak for the voiceless, educate the community and provide helpful resources… We will have vendors, food trucks, music, informational tables, raffles and trophies…”… More info – Here's the official web site for Army’s Legacy Animal Rescue and Sanctuary (headquartered in Bristol, CT—yes, this is a quality local organization): https://armyslegacy.org/ - and here’s their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/armyslegacy ... Even more info – Here's the official Facebook page for “Longley’s,” which I believe is the former “Allegra’s” restaurant, located in Lakeview Plaza, at the bottom of Branford Hill, before you get in to East Haven: https://www.facebook.com/CTLongleys (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”!)… Very cool that the Longley’s folks are supporting this great event, that supports such a great organization dedicated to animals! We attended last year’s “Legacy” car show, that was in the parking lot of Shoreline Prime in Branford, and had a great time! AND I can also boast of having an “Army’s Alumnus” in the family (my son & daughter-in-law adopted a beautiful little pup named “Violet,” and she’s an absolute gem)!… Hope we can make it back to this year’s, at Longley’s lot!... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/23/2024)

AUGUST 23-25, 2024, Friday-Sunday, Farmington – “…’The Dream Ride Experience Weekend’ – Signature Fundraising Event of The Hometown Foundation’…”… INFO:  https://dreamride.org/ and/or on Facebook (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) at: https://www.facebook.com/DreamRide ... webmaster’s note – We’ve perused the main web site, and from what we can see, it appears that the “Dream Show” (the actual car show portion of this very big weekend-full of events) happens on Sunday, from 8:00am to 4:00pm, and features some big names (including several folks who we know from the car enthusiast) as judges—see the main Dream Show dedicated info page at: https://dreamride.org/dream-ride-weekend/dream-show ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/12/2024)

AUGUST 24, 2024, Saturday, Brookfield – “…’Beaters & BBQ’ – 2nd Annual Truck, Car, Bike Show… August 24th, at Twins BBQ Company, 401 Federal Road, Brookfield, CT… 12:00pm to 6:00pm; registration until 2pm; trophies at 5pm… Registration fee $10; spectators free… Rain date = August 25th… Raffle, 50/50… DJ by Wedding and Party Connection… Food & Beverages for purchase… Follow us on Facebook and Instagram for more details…”… webmaster’s note – I transcribed all of the above info from a flyer that was posted by the “BackyardBeaters Inc TCB” car club, on their Facebook page within the past day or so: https://www.facebook.com/backyard.beaters.1 (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”), along with the notation: “…It’s going down again this year—mark your calendars…”… Even more info – Here’s the official Facebook event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/912009920136212/   … Please also be sure to check out “Twins BBQ Co.’s” Facebook page also (and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/twinsbbqco ... And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/24/2024)

AUGUST 24 (REVISED DATE) 17, 2024, Saturday, Middlefield – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association & CT CORSA Present ‘Air Cooled at the Orchard’ – at Lyman Orchards…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Saturday August 24 17, 2024 – CVA & CT CORSA’s “Air-Cooled at the Orchard” Address: Lymans Orchard 32 Reeds Gap Rd. Middlefield, Ct. 06455 from 9 to 2. This show is now RAIN or SHINE and is open to all Air-Cooled VWs, Corvairs, and Porsches. $10 for show cars, general admission FREE! No vending allowed, people’s choice awards. Food available at Lyman store. For more info contact Bill Arute (860) 395-9964, bill@ctvwa.org , or Chris Fox chris@ctvwa.org …”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… *2/25/2024 UPDATE – Revised Event Date has been incorporated into this listing, as per an e-mail update from yesterday from CVA President Bill Arute (williamarute@sbcglobal.net). Bill wrote: “…Hi Steve, Attached is our revised CVA coming events. We had to change our show with the Connecticut Corvair Club in August from the 17th to the 24th due to a conflict with Lyman’s schedule… Thanks, Bill…”… Thanks for keeping us updated, Bill! Happy to help spread the word, and as accurately as possible!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/21/2024; revised event date incorporated into this listing as of 2/25/2024)

SEPTEMBER 8, 2024, Sunday, Guilford – “…Teamster Horsemen Motorcycle Association Chapter 10 CT ‘20th Annual Fundraiser Poker Run & 1st Annual Car Show’ – To Benefit THMA Charities…”… All cars welcome—trophies awarded!... When: Sunday, September 8, 2024, rain or shine… Where: Martin Bishop Field, 111 Long Hill Road, Guilford, CT… Donation: $20 per person; children under 12 free… Includes: BBQ Pork and chicken, mac and cheese, fresh cut fries, burgers, hot dogs, baked beans, refreshments, coffee, desserts…To Benefit Various THMA Charities: Quilts of Valor Foundation for Veterans, Honor Flights for Veterans, Teamsters Scholarship Fund, Teamsters Local 25 Autism Fund, Toys 4 Tots, Special Olympics… Registration: 9:00-10:00am for scenic Poker Run (optional); event begins at 10:00am, Quilts of Valor Presentation… Music by Power House… Raffles, door prizes, 50/50, & vendors… Directions: I-95N exit 57, right onto Rt 1 approx 1 mile, left on Long Hill Road, Martin Bishop Field is ½ mile on right… From I95S exit 57, left onto Rt 1, approx. 1 ¼ miles take left on Long Hill Road… For more info: Contact Stu 203-623-1760 or Mark 203-627-8946…”… webmaster’s note – Thanks both to my family, who are connected to the THMA, and also fellow old car guy Will Fleming, who both forwarded copies of the Official Flyer from which all of the above info was transcribed! This sounds like a fantastic and fun event, and in wonderful, relaxed setting, right nearby in little old Guilford! AND benefiting some positively outstanding charitable organizations too! Gotta Love It!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/7/2024)

SEPTEMBER 15, 2024, Sunday, Norwalk – “…’Rallye For Pancreatic Cancer – 7th Annual Car Show,’ 148 Riverview East Avenue, Norwalk, CT… Event Time: 10:00am to 3:00pm… Imports, Customs and Classics… Trophies Awarded by 2:00pm… Rain date: September 22, 2024… Trophies – Food – Music all day… Fund Raiser for Pancreatic Cancer Research… For info and registration form please contact Mark C. Schlegel 203-434-8540 or Pete Bondi 203-984-4574, Email: pcresearch17@gmail.com – Facebook: rallyeforpc (full URL: https://www.facebook.com/rallyeforpc  and make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) – web site: www.rallyeforpancreaticcancer.org (full URL: http://rallyeforpancreaticcancer.org/)…’…” webmaster’s note – Thanks to Pauline Schlegel (paulinems@aol.com) who sent along this event info in a broadcast e-mail dated 4/6/2024. Quoting from her cover note: “…Hi, Please post the attached poster to your website for us… As Mark Schlegel (my husband) finishes his ninth year and enters into his 10th year with pancreatic cancer he still has enough energy to host our 7th annual Rallye Car show.  Please let me know if you are in need of a different format or any other information… In the past 6 years we have been able to raise and contribute more than $215,000.  All our fund raising goes directly to Dr. Richard Frank's research for an early detection blood test to diagnose it at its earliest stages… With grateful appreciation of your ongoing support, Pauline Schlegel…”… Thanks Pauline & keep up the good work! We’re happy to help spread the word!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 4/10/2024)

SEPTEMBER 29, 2024, Sunday, Southington – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association’s ‘20th Annual Volks-Meet – New Date and Location’…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Sunday September 29, 2024 – The CVA’s 20th Annual “Volks-Meet, New Date and Location” We are moving to the Southington Drive-in, 995 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike (RT-322). Show is open to all German cars old and new. Dash plaques to the first 100 cars. Sixteen show car classes plus specialty wards. Time: 9am to 2pm, $10 for Show Cars, $20 Swap Space, General Admission Free. Food trucks and DJ all day. Event is held rain or shine. For more details please contact  Bill Arute (860) 395-9964 bill@ctvw.org , or Jeff McBride Jeff@ctvwa.org …”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/29/2024)

OCTOBER 6, 2024, Sunday, Woodbury – “…Kickin’ Country Car, Truck, and Tractor Show…”… 10am-3pm, at the Nonnewaug High School Parking Lot, 5 Minor Town Road, Woodbury, CT 06798… Quoting from the Hemmings dedicated event listing (https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=63286): “…Woodbury, Connecticut, Kickin' Country Car, Truck and Tractor Show, Nonnewaug High School Parking Lot, 5 Minor Town Rd, Woodbury, CT… 10:00am to 3:00pm… Rain Date: 0ctober 13, 2023… Food Trucks, Vendors, Craft Booths, Trophies, Door Prizes, Raffles and Entertainment… $10 show cars, $5 Spectators, Age 10 and under are free… Trailering to the show? Please arrive before 9am... Benefiting the Woodbury FFA, Friends, Family and Alumni Association and the Nonnewaug Agriscience Program. For more information please call: 475-243-3851 , or e-mail: woodburyffaalumni@gmail.com … Please call or email for vendor information. Thank you for your support…”… FLYER: https://assets.hemmings.com/uimage/133870342-0-0.jpg?rev=1 … More info – Here’s the Facebook page for the Woodbury FFA Chapter (sounds like a fantastic organization very worth supporting--be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/WoodburyFFA/ … (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/23/2024)

OCTOBER 12, 2024, Saturday, South Glastonbury – “Hot Rod Fall Out 2024”… 10am-3pm, at the Glastonbury Elks B.P.O.E 2202, 98 Woodland Street, South Glastonbury, CT 06073... Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/767228791919041): "...New England's Premier Traditional Hot Rod & Custom Show is celebrating 19 years!... Open to all "traditional styled" pre-1963 Hot Rods, Customs, and Stockers... Live music, swap meet, food & booze... $10 per person..."... More info - I went and looked at the main Hot Rod Fall Out web site (https://hotrodfallout.com) and it looks like as of today, it still has 2023 event info, so sit tight for any & all 2024 updates that might appear there--although it looks like the Facebook event page that was mentioned above (https://www.facebook.com/events/767228791919041) has all the most important info already available... Even more info - Here's the Hot Rod & Custom Fall Out official Facebook page (be sure to visit and give 'em a "Like"): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063618731003&mibextid=LQQJ4d ... (this event was added to this calendar as of 1/7/2024)

OCTOBER 20, 2024, Sunday, New Canaan – “…‘Caffeine and Carburetors’ – Pine & Elm Streets Event, 8:00am-11:00am, New Canaan, CT…”… Quoting from the broadcast e-mail fromdoug@caffeineandcarburetors.com that was received dated 3/7/2024: “…Caffeine & Carburetors – 2024 Event Schedule… Mark your calendars… the 2024 C&C schedule has landed… Registration info forthcoming… June 16th – Pine and Elm Streets… October 20th – Waveny Park… All event cars must be registered in advance for entry. Registration info forthcoming… Please subscribe to C&C emails (https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/su/1Hbf6z3/signup) and follow @caffeineandcarburetors on Instagram to stay updated on the latest news and announcements… Caffeine & Carburetors, https://caffeineandcarburetors.com/ , 75 Pine Street, New Canaan, CT 06840…”… And there you have it!... (this event was added to this calendar as of 3/7/2024)

OCTOBER 20, 2024, Sunday, Starting & Ending Points TBD – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association’s ‘26th Annual Fall Foliage Cruise’…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Sunday October 20, 2024 - The CVA’s 26th Annual “Fall Foliage Cruise”, from 9am to ??? Cruise start to be determined. Please check our website or Facebook page for updates. This is a rain or shine event. Come and enjoy the fall colors with us. For additional info please contact: Bill Arute (860) 395-9964bill@ctvwa.org , Jeff McBride jeff@ctvwa.org , or Chris Fox chris@ctvwa.org …”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/29/2024)

DECEMBER 1, 2024, Sunday, Westbrook – “…The Connecticut Volkswagen Association’s ‘Last Hurrah’…”… Quoting from the event listing that was part of the “CVA 2024 Coming Events” list that our long-time old-VW friend Bill Arute (who’s also the hard-working president of the organization; williamarute@sbcglobal.net) sent along to us, attached to an e-mail correspondence dated 2/9/2024: “…Sunday December 1, 2024 – The CVA’s “Last Hurrah” Address: 401 Seaside Ave. 06498. Are you crazy enough to go to a VW event in December? Weather permitting we will be gathering again at the Westbrook Town Beach from noon to 3pm. Afterwards we are invited to participate in the Westbrook “Tree Lighting Parade”, decorating is encouraged! Contact Bill Arute (860) 395-9964 or bill@ctvwa.org , or Chris Fox chris@ctvwa.org for more info…”… For more info – Connecticut Volkswagen Association, P.O. Box 891, Westbrook, CT 06498, www.ctvwa.org , or their Facebook group page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/275887482483748/ … And there you have it!… (this event was added to this calendar as of 2/29/2024)

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CRUISE NIGHTS, CARS & COFFEES (& Other Recurring Car Gatherings) 

IMPORTANT: Since the world of Cruise Night listings seems to be especially filled with old, out-of-date information--which has, on occasion, led to frustrating drives to non-existent cruises (we speak from direct personal experience!)--we've decided to do our best to only list confirmed listings (though we still urge you to call ahead before making any long trips, since we cannot guarantee anything), which we'll clearly highlight with a noticeable color--we have been alternating red and fuchsia in recent years to highlight the most recent years' listings. *1/15/2024 UPDATE - Will use LIME for the new 2024 listings!!... Anyway, now that it's the New Year, if you have any confirmed 2024 cruise and/or recurring-type event listings, please send us yours--especially those Shoreline-oriented, for inclusion here--Thanks!...

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) SUNDAYS (starts 4/14/2024; other selected dates) Darien (appears to be confirmed for 2024) – “…2024 Cars & Coffee Darien – Every 2nd Sunday of the Month At Goodwives Shopping Center – Held on the Site of the Original Cannonball…”… Quoting from Eric Richmond’s (https://www.facebook.com/erichmond53/) post of 1/9/2024 to his Facebook page: “…Announcing the 2024 schedule for Cars and Coffee Darien, 2nd Sunday of every month starting Sunday, April, 14th. Full details are at (the following page): https://carsandcoffeedarien.com/2024-cars-coffee-darien-event-schedule/ … (and quoting from the April “Season Opener” page - https://carsandcoffeedarien.com/event/cars-and-coffee-darien-season-opener/):  “…Join us for our 2nd season opener, April 14th, 2024 at Goodwives Shopping Center. Gates open at 7:00 am, event ends at 10:30 am… Judging begins at 8:00 am; Trophies awarded at 10:00 am, 1st, 2nd and 3rd place, Peoples Choice… 50/50 raffle… Food and coffee from Aux Delices…”…Additional note - And from what I can see, from looking at that page, it looks like spectators are free, pre-registered exhibitors are $10 (and it also appears that “day of” exhibitor parking is $15)… More info: Goodwives Shopping Center is located at 25 Old Kings Highway North, Darien, CT 06820… Contact: phone = 203-803-1287, e-mail = darien@carsandcoffeeevents.com … main web site = https://carsandcoffeedarien.com/ … Full list of 2024 dates (transcribed from the flyer shown at the main event page): April 14 … May 12 … June 9 … July 14 … August 11 … September 8 … October 13 … November 10 ... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 1/15/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) SUNDAYS (every second; started 4/7/2024), Guilford (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…2024 Season of ‘CT Shoreline Cars & Coffee,’ Every Other Sunday, 9-11am, at Moroso Performance Products, 80 Carter Drive, Guilford - $2 minimum entry feel to help with operating costs……”… Quoting from the Facebook event page for the next upcoming one, which will be this coming Sunday, April 21st, ref: https://www.facebook.com/events/804579701727091/): “…We are a group of car enthusiasts who get together every other Sunday from 9-11am at Moroso Performance located at 80 Carter Drive in Guilford, CT to enjoy each others’ rides. Our motto "If it has wheels bring it!... We like dogs too!" This is not a car show just a meet up and judgement free so bring your progress cars. The Perkins Family Farm will be there serving up their delicious egg sandwiches and fresh hot coffee. No burnouts, no speeding to and from the event and no excessive engine revving. $2 minimum per car and spectators…”… We also visited their official web site, where you can access a monthly calendar to know exactly when the next one’s going to be happening: https://www.ctshorelinecarsandcoffee.com/ - And here’s some more info about the event and the organizers that’s published there: “…WHO WE ARE… We are a group of car enthusiasts who began meeting in 2020 during Covid as a way to get outside and enjoy each others automobiles… Our motto is "If it has wheels, bring it...and we like dogs too". Everyone is welcome... classic cars, antique cars, muscle cars, foreign cars, project cars (in progress too), old cars, new cars, bikes and trucks!... We meet every other Sunday at Moroso Performance Products at 80 Carter Drive, Guilford, CT. Coffee / breakfast items can be purchased at the event. There is a minimum entrance fee of $2 per car/spectator as well as a free will donation bucket to a cover our costs with any additional funds going to charity… There is no judgement and nooooooo burnouts, no speeding and no engine revving. It's not that kind of meet up…”… And finally, don’t forget to visit their official Facebook page, and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there: https://www.facebook.com/ctshorelinecarsandcoffee ... webmaster’s note – Can’t say enough good things about these “CT Shoreline Cars & Coffee” events and the good folks who organize them. They have brought SO MANY good times and good vibes to the local Shoreline-area automobile enthusiast scene! And that certainly includes the Moroso folks as well, who host these events on their beautiful corporate campus, right off of the Goose Lane Exit (#59) in Guilford!... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/19/2024)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) SUNDAYS (starts 4/23/2023, and other selected dates), Hebron (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…’Cruzin Hebron Presents: Cruzin’ The Village Shoppes,’ at The Village Shoppes shopping plaza, Route 66, Hebron, CT… List of dates and themes for 2023 season: April 23rd at 4pm = Village Shoppes Benefit Cruz, live tunes by Bebobobaloubob… May 21st at 4pm = Hometown Foundation Benefit Cruz, live tunes by Borderline Genius… June 25th at 4pm = Packages for Troops Benefit Cruz, live tunes by Po’ms Oldies Band Tribute… September 24th at 3pm = PKD Foundation Benefit Cruz, live tunes by Borderline Genius… October 22nd at 3pm = Cruz’n for Boobies, live tunes by Po’ms Oldies Band Tribute…”… More info - https://www.facebook.com/cruzin.vill.shoppes ... Even more info – We looked up the street address for The Village Shoppes shopping plaza (where Ted’s IGA Food Center is also located), and it appears to be: 127 Main St, Hebron, CT, 06248 (and Main Street in Hebron is also Route 66)… webmaster’s note – We thank our friend Rick Stevenson (rgsteven1@att.net) for sending along the flyer from which all of the above info was transcribed—thanks again Rick!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 1/11/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) SUNDAYS (informal gatherings throughout the year; big ‘Official’ gatherings on specific dates), New Canaan (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…’Caffeine and Carburetors,’ Presented by Zumbach’s Coffee of New Canaan… 8:00am to 11:00am, at Pine Street in New Canaan, CT 08840…”… We are taking the Caffeine and Carburetors official web site (https://caffeineandcarburetors.com/) as the Official Word on these dates. Beyond the Sunday, May 21st Pine Street date, the two other “Official Dates” for these amazing gatherings are Sunday, September 17th at Pine Street, and Sunday, October 22nd, at Waveny Park, which is also in New Canaan… More info - Following is a description for one of these “big ‘Official’ events” (there are also informal “Lite” ones that happen pretty much throughout the year—I’ll get to those later), that I lifted from a “Cars And Coffee Events” (https://carsandcoffeeevents.com/) dedicated info page for one of the big “Official” events: “…Caffeine & Carburetors is a gathering of automotive enthusiasts. We meet at Zumbach’s Gourmet Coffee in New Canaan, CT to enjoy our rides and share them with like-minded gear heads hiding in and around Connecticut and New York. Smaller, informal gatherings occur every Sunday morning throughout the year with 4 larger events in the spring, summer, and fall. This is one of those larger events… We have a tendency to lean toward sports cars, with the occasional Model A or 1920's Rolls Royce, but our emphasis is on foreign sports cars. We enjoy all vehicles and there are no sponsorships or awards… Doug Zumbach began hosting these gatherings in 1995. These Sundays start around 8 am to gather and enjoy a cup of coffee followed by a leisurely drive through the countryside… Caffeine and Carburetors is a way to indulge the gear head in all of us… Being a gathering and not a juried event, there is no registration, and events are free for all… The event officially starts at 8:00 am, but if you’re showing your car, plan on getting there at the crack of dawn to get a good parking space….”… And now let’s get to the “Lite” info, as promised - Now what about these Caffeine and Carburetors “Lite” events, that happen on Sunday mornings throughout the year? I will quote from another Cars And Coffee Events info page, that describes these much more informal happenings: “…Caffeine & Carburetors is a gathering of automotive enthusiasts. We meet at Zumbach’s Gourmet Coffee in New Canaan, CT to enjoy our rides and share them with like-minded gear heads hiding in and around Connecticut and New York. Smaller, informal gatherings occur every Sunday morning throughout the year with 4 larger events in the spring, summer, and fall… We have a tendency to lean toward sports cars, with the occasional Model A or 1920's Rolls Royce, but our emphasis is on foreign sports cars. We enjoy all vehicles and there are no sponsorships or awards… Doug Zumbach began hosting these gatherings in 1995. These Sundays start around 8 am to gather and enjoy a cup of coffee followed by a leisurely drive through the countryside… Caffeine and Carburetors is a way to indulge the gear head in all of us… Being a gathering and not a juried event, there is no registration, and events are free for all…”… And there you have it!... One more bit of info - Don’t forget to check out the Caffeine & Carburetors Facebook page (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there), online at: https://www.facebook.com/CaffeineandCarburetors ... OH! for Shoreliners - If you’re from the central CT Shoreline area, our friend Joe from Northeast Porsche Owners (https://www.facebook.com/northeastporscheowners) organizes drives from our area down to Caffeine & Carburetors in New Canaan occasionally—drop him a line for more info: northeastporscheowners@gmail.com… Ok, I think we may have finally covered everything!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 2/10/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) SUNDAYS (“a new beginning,” every other Sunday, starts 4/30/2023), Guilford (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “We’re Back!... ‘CT Shoreline Cars & Coffee – Announcing Our New Location: MOROSO Performance Products!,’…” 9am to 11am at Moroso, 80 Carter Drive, Guilford, CT 06437… “…Moroso Performance Products is one of the world’s most respected suppliers of automotive equipment for racing and street performance applications… Their Connecticut manufacturing building is a perfect place for us to meet!... No speeding to/from event, no engine revving, no burnouts… Join us Sunday, April 30th, 2023, 9-11am, at Moroso, 80 Carter Drive, Guilford, CT… Coffee & breakfast sandwiches available to purchase…”… webmaster’s note – We saw this event pop up within the last day or so on the Facebook system, via the CT Shoreline Cars & Coffee page (https://www.facebook.com/ctshorelinecarsandcoffee - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there!), and with an animated banner from which all of the above info was transcribed, and this additional note: “…WE'RE BACK!!!! Very excited to announce that our new location will be at Moroso Performance Products, Inc. (https://www.moroso.com/ and/or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morosoperformance/ - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”), 80 Carter Drive, Guilford, CT and we couldn't have dreamt of a better spot. It's easy on and off I-95 at exit 59. We would like to thank the Moroso team for reaching out to us and generously offering their parking lot. We've spent the past month working out the logistics and we thank you for your patience. We've incurred a few expenses that we have paid upfront and in order for us to be able to continue this year and into the future and we'll have a donation bucket at the gate with a $2 minimum per car (you can always give us more). There will be a food vendor selling coffee, breakfast sandwiches, water, soda and muffins. There will also be portable toilets. You know the rules.... No speeding to and from the event… No engine revving… No burnouts… Our motto is "If it has wheels, bring it!..and we like dogs too" and so do the folks at Moroso! So be sure to leash your pup and pick up after them. See you Sunday!...”… webmaster’s additional note – Can’t say enough how happy we were to see this new event notice pop up! Positively wonderful news from the CT Shoreline Cars & Coffee folks, with such a special contribution from the Moroso Performance Products folks! BRAVO one and all!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/26/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) SUNDAYS (runs 5/28/2023 thru 9/3/2023), Essex (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…’Scotch Plains Tavern Car Show,’ Every Sunday, 12-3pm, May 28 to September 3… at Scotch Plains Tavern, 124 Westbrook Road, Essex, CT… Exhibitors receive a voucher to get a half-priced appetizer and a $1 craft beer… All cars welcome… Live music…”… webmaster’s note - Sounds awesome to us! Thanks to our friend Greg from the Shoreline-area 356ers group who passed along the flyer for this event, from which all of the above info was transcribed! We attended a couple of these events for the first time last season, and had a fantastic time! Great place! Friendly people! Great food and drink! Definitely looking forward to coming back again this year!... More info – Please be sure to check out the Scotch Plains Tavern web site at: https://scotchplainstavern.com/ and/or their Facebook page (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) at: https://www.facebook.com/scotchplainstavern/ … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 5/9/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***)  SUNDAYS (appears to have started 5/14/2023), Derby (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - Heav’nly Donuts of Derby Summertime Sunday Afternoon Classic Car Cruise Nights, at the Heav’nly Donuts of Derby restaurant, 658 New Haven Avenue, Derby, CT 06418…”… What more can you say then that the Heav'nly Donuts Sunday cruise nights are positively LEGENDARY... For 2023, they started up on Mother's Day afternoon, 5/14/2023, when the twice-annual (Spring & Fall, I believe) "Fill The Crosley" event (classic car cruise that incorporates a food donation to benefit The Spooner Houe) took place... Please be sure to check out the Heav'nly Donuts Facebook page for more info: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100056898385426 … Thanks Ernie and Mike, and everyone who make the Heav’nly Donuts classic car cruise nights the great events that they are!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 5/25/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***)  SUNDAYS (starts 6/11/2023, other specific dates), Killingworth (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…’The Parmelee Farm Cruisers Present The First Parmelee Farm Cruise,’ Sunday, June 11th, 3:00pm to 5:00pm, at Parmelee Farm, 465 CT Route 81, Killingworth, CT 06419…”… Quoting from the Parmelee Farm Cruisers’ Facebook post (https://www.facebook.com/CruisersAtParmeleeFarm - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) from within the past day or so: “…The first Parmelee Farm Cruise will be this Sunday June 11 from 3:00 to 5:00. Get out your best wheels and head for the front lawn of Parmelee on Route 81 in Killingworth. Sorry; no Concert after the Cruise this month. The Free Concerts are planned for the 2nd Sundays in July, August and September…”… And then I went to the main Parmelee Farm Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/parmeleefarmkillingworth - please also visit them and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there), and found a June 6th post that included an image of a roadside sign that lists the actual cruise dates for the Sunday, 3 to 5pm cruises: 6/11 , 7/9 , 8/13 , and 9/10… The words that accompanied that post were as follows: “…This Sunday, 6-11-2023, at Parmelee Farm we will have our 1st Car Cruise on the front lawn from 3-5 pm. There won’t be a concert this Sunday. The concerts will begin in July. See attached photo for upcoming dates… KHS will also have an open house for tours this Sunday 3-5 pm… Feel free to share this post!!!...”… Sounds fantastic!... Additional thoughts - Thanks Parmelee Farm Cruisers and Parmelee Farm for providing these wonderful events! I've been to a couple of them the past couple of years and they're always a very enjoyable, laid-back, good time out in the country!... Even more info – Here’s the official Parmelee Farm web site, where you can learn more about this unique and beautiful place: https://parmeleefarm.org/ … And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 6/8/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) SUNDAYS (every Sunday, year ‘round, it appears!), Glastonbury (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - “...’Caffeine & Octane,’ Every Sunday, 9am to noon, parking lot behind Starbucks, Somerset Square, Glastonbury, CT…”… Quoting further from the ongoing event notice we found at the “Cars & Coffee Events” web site (https://carsandcoffeeevents.com/event/caffeine-octane/2023-02-12/): “…Every Sunday 9 till Noon+… Parking lot behind Starbucks, Somerset Square, Glastonbury, CT… Sun, rain, snow, or sleet. Good weather, outside. Bad weather, inside Starbucks. Good weather, bring your best.  Bad weather, bring your daily driver and talk about your best… ALL WELCOME.  No loud anything… Free… Starbucks Glastonbury, 140 Glastonbury Blvd., Glastonbury, CT 06033…”… Independent event reviews – Check this page out for some other positive review comments about it that we ran across, at a BMW forum: https://f87.bimmerpost.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1810043 … webmaster’s comments – This location is very easy to get to from anywhere! From I-91 in Wethersfield, take the CT Route 3 North/Putnam Bridge exit (which I think is Exit #25), cross over the river, take the first exit off of Rt. 3, and you’re pretty much there!... Sounds like a cool option for the occasional nice-weather Sunday morning, if you’re itching to get your “enthusiast car” out for some exercise!... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 11/8/2022)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) SUNDAYS (“1st and 3rd Sunday, April – September”), Brooklyn (appears to be confirmed for 2021) – “‘2021 Brooklyn Cruise Night,’ 1pm-onward, at 220 Providence Pike (Route 6), Brooklyn, CT 06234… Cars, bikes, food, music, and more…”… webmaster’s note – Thanks to our friend Rick Stevenson for passing this cruise info along, via an e-mail from a day or so ago. The screen shot that Rick sent us appears to indicate that the Moriah Lodge #15 A.F & A.M. is the organizer (and that appears to be their address also), and so please do be sure to visit their official Facebook page (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/MoriahLodgeNo.15 ... There is also a “Moriah Lodge Cruzin Car Shows” Facebook group page that is also worth checking out (and consider joining especially if you are in their area): https://www.facebook.com/groups/1516739978523133/ …   (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 5/4/2021)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) MONDAYS (starts 4/29/2024), Wallingford (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…The Doo Wop Cruisers Weekly Monday Night Cruise Night, 5pm-onward, at the Wallingford Train Station overflow parking lot, across from the Hard Hat Café, 181 North Colony Road, Wallingford…”… Quoting from the post to the Doo Wop Cruisers’ Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067844137444 – make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) as of the last day or so: “…Ok folks!! Get those cars out of storage and get ‘em all clean and shiny!! The DooWop Cruisers first cruise is Monday, April 29th at 5pm!! AT A NEW LOCATION!! We are going to try the overflow train parking lot located at 181 North Colony Rd in Wallingford (across from the Hard Hat Cafe). So come on out and join us!!! Spread the word!!!!...”… webmaster’s note - Sounds great to us! That lot directly across the street from Hard Hat looks plenty big, so this should work out great! Thanks to our friend Brian and all of the Doo Wop Cruisers folks for all the work to organize and update this event for 2024! Looking forward to cruisin’ to Wallingford this coming season with the always-friendly, always-welcoming Doo Wop Cruisers!...  (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/6/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) MONDAYS (starts 5/13/2024; no cruise May 27th nor September 2nd), New London (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Ocean Beach Park Presents ’98.7 WNLC Classic Car Cruise Nights’…”… Quoting from our friend George Gardner (george.l.gardner@snet.net), who wrote to us in late March with this info: “…The park has posted this years cruise dates: Every Monday night, except Memorial day May 27, starting May 13 and running thru September… 5-7pm… Admission to the park is free after 5 pm… Thanks, George Gardner…” Awesome, George, thanks for the heads up! We LOVE the OBP Cruise Nights, with their laid-back beach vibe! You can look up the actual list of Monday night cruise night dates on their 2024 Entertainment Schedule page: https://ocean-beach-park.com/park-info/links/ - and, as George noted, there is NO CRUISE on Monday, May 27th (Memorial Day), and Monday, September 2nd (Labor Day)… More info – Please also be sure to check out Ocean Beach Park’s official Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/OceanBeachParkNewLondon (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there). Here’s also the Facebook page for WNLC, who sponsors the cruise nights: https://www.facebook.com/987WNLC/ (same advice—please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there)… Street Address for Ocean Beach Park: 98 Neptune Avenue, New London, CT 06320… (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) MONDAYS (starts 5/15/2023, runs thru 10/23/2023), Bolton (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - "…Fish Family Farm Creamery And Dairy Car Cruises…"… And the reason we are aware of the 2023 start-up of the Fish Family Farm Monday night cruise nights is thanks to the e-mail that our friend George Gardner (george.l.gardner@snet.net) sent along a few days ago, with info about a couple of great eastern CT running events coming up for this season—including this one of course (the other being OBP in New London). Here’s the info from the flyer that George passed along: "...Fish Family Farm Creamery And Dairy Car Cruise, 20 Dimock Lane, Bolton, CT... Monday nights, 5 to 7pm, May 15 thru October 23, 2023, weather permitting... Trunk or Treat October 28, 2023, 1 to 4pm... Food Truck, Ice Cream... End of year Quilt Raffle... All makes and models welcome..."... Thanks again very much George for the great info!... More info – Please be sure to visit the Fish Family Farm Creamery and Dairy Facebook page online at: https://www.facebook.com/fishfamilyfarmcreamery ... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/30/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) MONDAYS (not sure when it started, looks to run thru 9/4/2023), Milford (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - "…Crusin’ East Car Club’s ‘Cruise At Gulf Beach’…"… webmaster’s note – I’ve heard about this event, but never saw it actually listed anywhere. I found it on the Cars & Coffee Events web site at the following dedicated page: https://carsandcoffeeevents.com/event/cruise-at-gulf-beach-2/2023-06-19/ , and with the following details: “…4:00pm to 9:00pm, at Gulf Beach, Gulf Street, Milford, CT 06460, and looks to run every Monday evening from now, to Monday, September 4th, 2023…”… Additional info – I’ve never been to Gulf Beach, but it sounds like a beautiful spot. Here’s a tourist info page about it that I found online: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g33838-d13327370-Reviews-Gulf_Beach-Milford_Connecticut.html ... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 6/15/2023)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) MONDAYS (starts 5/17/2021; reportedly every third Monday of the month), Willimantic (appears to be confirmed for 2021) - “Willimantic Elks Cruise”… The following info is as posted by Gary Pomo (https://www.facebook.com/gary.pomo), on the CT Car Shows and Meets Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/247943463484018), within the past day or so (and thanks again to our friend Rick Stevenson, for highlighting it, or else I would’ve missed it): “…Double Yea!!... Willimantic Elks Cruise is back!!... 1st one = Monday May 17, 5:30… Food, Drink, and Fun… MUSIC of your memories with The Po'm… And the Big E!!!...”… More info – We’re gonna assume that this Facebook page for the (Willimantic) “Elks Lodge” is the correct one (https://www.facebook.com/pages/Elks%20Lodge/200798429942225/), and contains the following correct street address: 198 Pleasant St, Willimantic, CT 06226… Even more info – Our friend Rick S. says that this event happens: “Third Monday of the Month”… And there you have it… (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/20/2021)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) TUESDAYS (Tuesdays in APRIL-JUNE, and then some in AUGUST-SEPTEMBER; see the listing), Southington (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Southington Drive-In Weekly Cruise Night, 5-8pm, at Southington Drive-In, 995 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Southington, CT 06489… Trophies, 50/50, Music, Food…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1438715480182946/1438715483516279/): “…Come on down for our weekly car cruise at The Southington Drive-in. We have posted our new schedule... Please note: Several dates in July are on Wednesday nights. We will have Music, Food, 50/50 Raffles and Trophies… Please note: Show now will take place in back area where pavilion is… Looking forward to seeing everyone this season…”… List of dates, per the flyer that was posted on the FB event page: TUESDAYS: 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25… WEDNESDAYS: 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7… AND THEN BACK TO TUESDAYS: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/14… And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/1/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) TUESDAYS (specific dates; see the listing), Trumbull (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…’Trumbull Classic Car Shows,’ 4:00pm to 8:00pm, at Crown Pizza, 5663 Main Street, Trumbull, CT 06611… DJ, food, 50/50, & trophies… All show cars welcome!... Information: https://trumbullclassiccarshows.com … List of dates: April 16, May 21, June 18, July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, 2024…”… webmaster’s note – The above info was transcribed from a post by Felix Andreoni (https://www.facebook.com/felx.andreoni.7), within the last day or so, to the “CT Car Shows and Cruise” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/335579133203791)… And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/2/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) TUESDAYS (starts 5/7/2024 & other; see the listing), Plainfield (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…’Hank’s Dairy Bar Monthly Car Cruise On The Lawn,’ 5:00pm to 8:00pm, at Hank’s Dairy Bar, 1006 Norwich Road, Plainfield, CT 06374…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page for the 5/7 season opener (https://www.facebook.com/events/278613425041494/): “…This event is free and open to all car enthusiasts. Parking will be on the back lawn, unless the ground is too soft and we will make other accommodations. We will have Live Music on the Stage, along with some event only specials. Rain date will be the following Tuesday…”… Other dates – We found a list of other specific dates listed as part of the June 4th event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/920195383068155/920195389734821/), and they are as follows (all appear to be Tuesdays, and all are listed to run 5pm to 8pm): June 4th … July 2nd … August 6th … September 3rd … October 1st … And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/8/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) TUESDAYS (starting 4/30/2024), Haddam (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…’MisFit Car Show’ – at 95 Bridge Road…”… Quoting from Head MisFit Joe George, on his post to the MisFit Car Show Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/958641301511388) within the past day or so: “…Gm spring… Tuesday, April 30 will be our start date for this year's Misfit Car Show… Hopefully the bridge will be finished so we'll be able to see you guys we missed last year… Starting time 330 and going to about 730pm… See you there, thanks”… And quoting from their “About” statement on their Facebook group page: “…Misfit Car Show!... Free every Tuesday, located at: 95 Bridge Road in Haddam CT, from 4pm-7:30pm… All are welcome! Cars, bikes, & trucks…”…  (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/19/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) TUESDAYS (1st of each month, starting 5/7/2024), Oakdale (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Yesteryear of Oakdale Auto Club Presents ‘A Blast From The Past – Cruising 2024 at Nature’s Art Center – “Look for the Dinosaurs”…’… Quoting from the very helpful note we received from our friend Larry Erhart (lerhart@comcast.net) dated 4/15/2024: “…Steve, I hope you are doing well. We are looking forward to another successful cruising season in 2024. Bob Warenda reminded me to send you the Event calendar for the Yester Year Car Club Events calendar… The schedule for Natures Art Dinosaur Place in Oakdale CT on Route 85 is as follows: ‘…Yester Year of Oakdale Car Club Cruise, Nature’s Art Center, Rte 85, Chesterfield, 1650 Hartford-New London Turnpike, Oakdale, CT 06370… “Look for the Dinosaurs”… 1st Tues each month – May thru Sept – 6 PM - Dark… (List of dates): May 7, June 4, July 2, August 6, September 3… Rain date: the following THURSDAY… “FREE” fun for the Whole Family… Pre 1978 Classic and Antique Cars, and Antique Drivers too… Music by: D&L Sound… PLEASE - No Alcohol or Burnout…’… Please list this in your Shoreline Antique Auto Connection Event Calendar… Yesteryear of Oakdale Auto Club Cruising 2024, Nature's Art (Dinosaurs)… If you would like to put them onto the SAAC Calendar we would appreciate it… Thanks very much for promoting the old car hobby!... Thanks, Larry Erhart, DJ for D & L Sound, Mystic River Entertainment, LLC…”… Fantastic, thanks Larry for all the info! We are happy to help spread the word! Thanks to you, Bob W., and everyone, for all that YOU also do to enhance our local old car hobby!... More info – “Dinosaur Place at Nature’s Art Village” on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Dinosaur-Place-at-Natures-Art-Village/611806765834114 (visit and give ‘em a “Like”)… Yesteryear of Oakdale Auto Club on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/102589163413912 ... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/17/2024)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) TUESDAYS (“every other,” starting 5/11/2021; also see list of dates), Berlin (appears to be confirmed for 2021) - Over The Hill Gang Connecticut Pep Boys of Berlin Cruise Nights… Quoting from the flyer that was posted on the Facebook system just a couple of days ago by the Over The Hill Gang Connecticut car club (https://www.facebook.com/OverTheHillGangCtOthgct/): “…Over The Hill Gang Connecticut… WHERE: Pep Boys, 44 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT 06037… WHO: Any hot rod, street rod, pro street, muscle cars… WHY: Great fun for family & friends, music, prizes, raffles, trophies!... Every other Tuesday, starting May 11th, 2021, 5:00pm – 8:00pm… (List of dates): May 11th … May 25th … June 8th … June 22nd … July 6th … July 20th … August 3rd … August 17th … August 31st ...  September 14th … September 28th … October = TBA … No rain dates … Weather permitting—see our Facebook page for cancellations; follow us on Facebook “Over The Hill Gang CT othgct”… and Pep Boys – Manny, Moe & Jack @pepboysauto … Please respect others—observe social distancing and wear masks when walking around. And as always, no booze or burnouts! Thank you…”... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 5/14/2021)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) TUESDAYS (starts 6/29/2021, runs thru September), New Milford (appears to be confirmed for 2021) - “Paradice Cruisers Litchfield Crossings Tuesday Cruise Nights,” 5pm-9pm, weekly through September, at Litchfield Crossings, New Milford’s largest shopping center, in the parking lots between Panera Bread and Webster Bank, off Route 7 and Dodd Road, New Milford, CT… (street address: 169 Danbury Road, New Milford, CT 06776)… Info - http://www.paradiceclassiccruisers.org/ … webmaster’s note – We saw this event listed online at the following New Milford Patch page: https://patch.com/connecticut/newmilford/calendar/event/20210629/527691/paradice-classic-cruisers-roars-back-to-litchfield-crossings-for ... Even more info – And this appears to be their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1038671189531951/about/ … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 2/25/2021)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) WEDNESDAYS (Wednesdays in JULY, that is; starts 7/3/2024, and the following four Wednesdays), Branford (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Branford Parks & Recreation Department Presents: ‘Shake, Rattle, and Roll – Wayback Wednesdays’… Featuring Classic Hits from the ‘50s and ‘60s spun by DJ Dennis Nardella… July 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th, and 31st, on the Town Green (weather permitting)… Including a Car Show on Town Hall Drive! (webmaster’s note: Underlining by yours truly—participating “car show” cars park in spaces along Town Hall Drive, both sides, but not on the grass)… To participate in the car show, e-mail:NardellasMusic@aol.com …”… Additional note – All of the above was transcribed from the Official Flyer that appears on page 30 of the Branford Parks & Recreation Department 2024 Spring & Summer Programs brochure, that just got released recently—here’s the link to the brochure: https://branfordct.myrec.com/forms/5968_spring__summer_program_brochure.pdf ... Additional thoughts – I’ve participated in a number of these over the past few years, and they are ALWAYS a ton of fun! Relaxed vibe, cool cars, and great tunes spun by the one and only Dennis Nardella! Definitely looking forward to hitting them again this year! And did you notice that, thanks to the calendar, there will be FIVE this year?! Gotta love it!... Thanks again Dennis and all the good folks at Branford Parks & Rec!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 2/15/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) WEDNESDAYS (Wednesdays in JULY, and one in AUGUST; see the listing), Southington (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Southington Drive-In Weekly Cruise Night, 5-8pm, at Southington Drive-In, 995 Meriden-Waterbury Turnpike, Southington, CT 06489… Trophies, 50/50, Music, Food…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1438715480182946/1438715483516279/): “…Come on down for our weekly car cruise at The Southington Drive-in. We have posted our new schedule... Please note: Several dates in July are on Wednesday nights. We will have Music, Food, 50/50 Raffles and Trophies… Please note: Show now will take place in back area where pavilion is… Looking forward to seeing everyone this season…”… List of dates, per the flyer that was posted on the FB event page: TUESDAYS: 4/30, 5/7, 5/14, 5/21, 5/28, 6/4, 6/11, 6/18, 6/25… WEDNESDAYS: 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7… AND THEN BACK TO TUESDAYS: 8/13, 8/20, 8/27, 9/3, 9/10, 9/17, 9/14… And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/1/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) WEDNESDAYS (starts 4/24/2024), Wallingford (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…’Scoopy’s Ice Cream Shop Presents ‘Car Cruise Nights’… Scoopy’s Ice Cream Shop, 250 Main Street, Wallingford, CT, Car Cruise Nights… ‘…Come join fellow car enthusiasts, starting on April 24th, 2024… Every Wednesday night (weather permitting)… No fee, just enjoy all of the cars, friends, families, and some delicious ice cream… Scoopy’s offers milkshakes, freshly baked cookie ice cream sandwiches made to order with your favorite flavor, freshly made waffle cones and waffle dishes, all different kinds of toppings, ice cream flavors, sundaes, and tons of Italian Ice flavors…’… For any questions contact Dan 203-988-0826…”… More info – All of the above info was transcribed by a flyer posted by Dan Hennessey (https://www.facebook.com/Danhennessey3/) on the “CT Car Shows & Meets” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctcarshows/) within the past day or so… Even more info - Here’s also the “Scoopy’s” Facebook page (please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100092008884367 … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/11/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) WEDNESDAYS (starts 5/15/2024), Colchester (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…’Good Times Motoring Club Monthly Car Cruise at the Colchester Town Green’… 5pm-8pm, at the Colchester Town Green, 23 Norwich Avenue, Colchester, CT06249…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1061326348266367): “… When: The third Wednesday Night of Each Month, April through September!... Where: Colchester Town Green… Details: Beginning in April and running to September, Good Times Motoring Club holds a cruise on the Green every third Wednesday (fourth Wednesday in case of rain) on the Colchester Town Green. The show begins around 5:00 PM and lasts until after sunset. Colchester has several good restaurants, a classic hot dog stand and interesting boutiques for dining and shopping before the show. The show is limited to all antique, unique and specialty cars and trucks with NO FEE to show or for admission. We will be accepting voluntary donations as you enter the Green to help us support the charities of our choice. We keep a family atmosphere without burnouts or alcohol. Food and donations go to support club and local charities… NOTICE We regret that no vehicle 1988 and newer will be allowed on the Green. Due to overcrowding and concerns by the Town, we had no choice but to change our venue. Thank you for your understanding… Due to limited space on the green GTMC reserves the right to deny any vehicle admission to the Green. Personnel on duty at the entrance have the final decision to grant or deny access…”… More info – Please be sure to visit the Good Times Motoring Club’s web site: https://www.goodtimesmotoringclub.com/ and/or their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100067506292268 (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there!... List of dates for 2024 (all are Wednesdays, and run 5-8pm): May 15th … June 19th … July 17th … August 21st … September 18th … And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/12/2024)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) WEDNESDAYS (last Wednesday, May-Oct.; starts 5/31/2023 & see list of specific dates), Niantic (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - : “…’The Lyme Tavern Cruise Night!’, in conjunction with The Rocky Neck Inn & Suites, Wednesdays, 4:00pm – 8:00pm, 237 Main Street, Niantic, CT… Classic, custom, hot rods, up to 1985… Peoples Choice $100… Tavern Pick $50 ...”… Quoting from the listing we found on the Dream Machines Classics coming events page for May, 2023 (https://www.dreammachineclassics.org/schedules/2023%20Schedules/may_2023.html): “…May 31, The Lyme Tavern Cruise Night, Rocky Neck Inn & Suites, 237 Main Street, Niantic, CT, 4pm - 8pm, Classic, Custom, HotRods up to 1985, People's Choice and Tavern Pick… Flyer link: https://www.dreammachineclassics.org/images/2023%20Photos/flyers/flyer_2023_lyme_tavern.jpg ...”... webmaster’s note - We found the flyer for this event posted on the Dream Machines Classics car club’s May events calendar page (https://www.dreammachineclassics.org/schedules/2023%20Schedules/may_2023.html), and here again is the direct link to the flyer: https://www.dreammachineclassics.org/images/2023%20Photos/flyers/flyer_2023_lyme_tavern.jpg ... EVENT DATES – In studying the flyer that the Dream Machines Classics posted on their May event page, we found the following list of dates: 2023 Dates: May 31 … June 28 … July 26 … August 30 … September 27 … October 25 … ‘Last Wednesday of the Month’…”… And there you have it!... webmaster’s additional note - Sounds cool, and if I’m not mistaken, this is right near Rocky Neck State Park, so should have a very cool vibe for Wednesday evenings there!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 5/10/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***)   WEDNESDAYS (every Wednesday, appears to have started 5/24/2023), West Haven (appears to be confirmed for 2023)  - : “…’Turk’s Cruise-In’ at Turk’s Seafood Restaurant of West Haven, 4pm-onward, at Turk’s, 425 Captain Thomas Blvd., West Haven, CT 06516… Quoting from the Facebook post by our old car friend Brian Cesanek (https://www.facebook.com/ctmaricritic) on the “Shoreline Antique Auto Enthusiasts – Connecticut” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/372713469572291) from 5/31/2023: “…Today Week II Turk's Cruise In, 425 Captain Thomas Blvd, West Haven.. Let's see what You have… We start to gather 4pm…”… More info – Please be sure to visit the Turk’s Seafood Restaurant official web site at: http://www.turksseafoodrestaurant.com/ - and also be sure to check out their official Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/TurksSeafoodRestaurant/ (and make sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there)… And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 6/1/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***)   WEDNESDAYS (not sure when it started; not sure how long it runs), Oxford (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…Fritz Bobby Snack Bar Presents – ‘Weekly Wednesday Night Car Cruise,’ 5pm to 8pm, at Fritz’s Snack Bar, 72 Oxford Road, Oxford, CT 06478…”… Quoting from a previous year’s Facebook event page (webmaster’s note - our fault for not keeping better track of the 2023 announcements for this outstanding local cruise night—sorry, but better late than never…) “…Every Wednesday night, from 5-8, weather permitting... We are hoping this will be a great season think we all deserve it… Come down help us celebrate every Wednesday night with food, music, and friends. We will be offering giveaways, 50/50 raffle…”… webmaster’s additional note - Sounds good to us! I’ve attended this cool Wednesday night event in the past, and it’s always well-attended, with lots of cool cars, friendly folks, and a welcoming atmosphere... More info – Please be sure to check out the “Fritz’s Car Cruise” Facebook group page for latest updates! Please also be sure to visit the official Facebook page for Fritz Bobby Snack Bar (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/Fritz-Bobby-Snack-Bar-121081091236677/ …. (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 7/18/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) WEDNESDAYS (reportedly started up on 4/13/2022), Bolton (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - “Parkside Pizza & Ice Cream Cruise Night Season 2022”…  webmaster’s note – Thanks to our friend Rick Stevenson (rgsteven1@att.net) for his e-mailed heads-up of 4/15/2022, alerting us to this event (the 4/27 “not quite” season kickoff, and the ongoing weekly cruises for the 2022 season); Rick’s e-mail with subject line: “Parkside Pizza Cruise in Bolton,” had the following note: “…Parkside Pizza started up their cruise nights on the 13th. We drove by there yesterday and they had their sign out so I looked it up…”… And it appears that Rick did a copy & paste about the event, from the Eastern-CT oriented “Dream Machines Classics” April 2022 coming events page (https://www.dreammachineclassics.org/schedules/2022%20Schedules/april_2022.html), which read as follows: “…April 27, Parkside Cruise Night, Parkside Pizza & Ice Cream, 270 West Street, Bolton, CT 06232, every Wednesday, 4pm…”… More info – Here’s their Facebook page (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/parksidepizzact/ … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/15/2022)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) WEDNESDAYS (starts 5/12/2021; see listing for other dates), Bozrah (appears to be confirmed for 2021) - “Bozrah Moose 950 Cruise 2021 at The Moose Club Grill – Presented by The Moose Riders Club”… Quoting from the poster that we saw shared in early April on the CT Car Shows and Meets Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/247943463484018): “…Bozrah Moose Lodge 950 Cruise 2021, by The Moose Riders Club, at the Moose Club Grill… (list of dates) May 12 … May 26 … June 9 … June 23 … July 14 … July 28 … August 11 … August 25 … September 8 … September 22 … Rods, customs, antiques, muscle cars, special interest… Food services and beverages available… Info: 860-889-6856… No burn outs please…”… Additional info – We looked up the Bozrah Moose Lodge 950’s street address and it’s listed as 115 Fitchville Road, Bozrah, CT 06334… We also looked up the Bozrah Moose Riders Facebook page, and you can check ‘em out at: https://www.facebook.com/bozrahmooseriders ... A few more details – We subsequently ran across another copy of the 2021 flyer that appears to contain a bit more info about the cruises (including the hours they run, which are listed as: 5:00pm to 8:00pm, and also the recommended Exit # off of Route 2 to get there, which would be Exit 24) posted on the Facebook system by James Izzarelli (https://www.facebook.com/izzarelli1); thanks James!... And there you have it… (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/14/2021)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) WEDNESDAYS (starts 5/12/2021), Prospect (appears to be confirmed for 2021) - “…’Cruise At Poncho’s’ – Senor Poncho’s Restaurant”… Quoting from the listing that we ran across on our friends the CT Seaport Car Club’s Upcoming Cruise Nights page (https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/cruisecalendar.htm): “…May 12 and every Wednesday May Thru October 11, 2021 Prospect CT... Cruise At Poncho’s, Senor Poncho’s Restaurant, 280 Cheshire Road, Prospect, 5:00pm, Cars, Music, restaurant and bar will be open, All ages welcome, Admission is free 50/50, Pic of the week and Bucket Raffle. Every Wednesday from May 12-Columbus Day (Monday, October 11th) Contact Carl Montagano at 203-725-6704 or email at carl.montagano@sbcglobal.net …”… Flyer link: https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/Flyers2021/senorPonchos.pdf… Even more info – Please be sure to visit the official Facebook page of Señor Panchos Prospect (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/SPProspect … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 5/11/2021)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) THURSDAYS (starts 4/18/2024), Milford (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…’Cruisin’ East Car Club Presents: The Thursday Night Cruise at Goodie’s Drive-In,’ 5-8pm, 170 Cherry Street, Milford, CT… April 18ththrough October 2024… Food, music, giveaways, trivia… Cut-off 1985… ‘…Cruising the way it used to be…’…”… webmater’s note – Thanks to our long-time old car friend Will Fleming (https://www.facebook.com/will.fleming66) for passing along the flyer for this event (from which all of the above info was transcribed) via the Facebook system just a couple of days ago, and we’re more than happy to add it to our calendar! We’ve attended many Goodie’s of Milford classic car cruise nights over the year and it’s always a cool vibe, with great old cars and friendly folks!... More info – Here’s the Goodies of Milford official web site: https://goodiesmilford.com/ and here’s their official Facebook page (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/goodiesmilford/ ...   (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/12/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) THURSDAYS (starts 5/2/2024; no cruise July 4th), Seymour (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Seymour Lions Club Presents ‘Summer Cruise Nights 2024 at Tri-Town Plaza, Seymour’… Cruise Nights on Thursdays, 5:00 – 8:00pm, at Tri-Town Plaza, 814 Derby Avenue, Seymour, CT… Season Opener = 5/2/2024; Season Closer = 9/26/2024; NO CRUISE on 7/4/2024 (July 4th )…”… webmaster’s note - See the flyer posted within the past day or so on the Seymour Lions Club’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/SeymourCTLions - make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”!) for the list of Sponsors—there’s a different one every week!... “…All classes of cars, trucks, and motorcycles are welcome! Visit our Facebook page @seymourlions for updates and cancellations… The 55th Annual Benefit Car Show will take place October 13th, with rain date October 20th (webmaster’s note – We still need to get that one onto our calendar—it will take place at MPI/Microboard, 36 Cogwheel Lane, in Seymour)… For additional information please contact Melissa 203-430-9356, Corky 203-619-1571, or e-mail us at seymourlions52@att.net … Don’t forget to bring us your old eyeglasses, sunglasses, and hearing aides!...”...   (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) THURSDAYS (starts 4/27/2023; runs to the last Thursday in October), Prospect (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…’Thursday Cruise Night at Señor Pancho’s’ – Presented by Prospect Car Club and RAD STALLIONS, 5pm-8pm, at Señor Pancho’s, 280 Cheshire Road, Prospect, CT… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/492989696324786): “…Come cruise with the Prospect Car Club and the RAD STALLIONS on Thursdays, from 5pm - 8pm, at Señor Pancho’s in Prospect… Location: 280 Cheshire Rd., Prospect, CT… Happy hour specials, music, 50/50 raffle, prizes and awards. All years, makes, and model vehicles are welcomed. Respect the lot. Sponsored by Prospect Flooring LLC…”… More info – Our friend Miguel from Rad Stallions added this note to his share of the event to the Shoreline Antique Auto Enthusiasts – Connecticut FB group page: “…This will be a weekly event, every Thursday, starting April 27th, until the last Thursday in October…”… Excellent, thanks Miguel!... Even more info – Please be sure to check out the Rad Stallions Facebook page (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) at: https://www.facebook.com/radstallions , also the Prospect Car Club’s Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/groups/836339507294034 , and finally the Señor Pancho’s of Prospect Facebook page (again, please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”) at: https://www.facebook.com/SPProspect ... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 2/3/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***)  THURSDAYS (starts 5/18/2023), South Glastonbury (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…Hops On The Hill Thursday Cruise Nights…”… Quoting from the notice that we found on the Hops On The Hill Brewery web site (https://hopsonthehillbrewery.com/): “…Cruise Night are BACK!... Starting May 18th!... Thursdays, 4-8pm, weather permitting… No BYOB… Hops On The Hill Brewery, 275 Dug Road, S. Glastonbury, CT, www.hopsonthehillbrewery.com …”… More info – Please be sure to check out the Hops On The Hill Brewery Facebook page (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at:  https://www.facebook.com/hopsonthehillsog/ … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/27/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***)  THURSDAYS (starts 5/25/2023; thru October; last cruise date TBA), Hamden (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…Thursday Night Cruise – Presented by CT Classic Chevy and P&M Fine Foods… 5:00pm to 9:00pm, at 3825 Whitney Avenue, Hamden, CT… Beginning May 25th, thru October… Food Specials: Hot dogs, burgers, fries, and more!... Music by DJ Mike and the Magic Time Machine… ‘…Great cars, great food, great music!... Get together with old and new friends!...’…”… webmaster’s note – We transcribed all of the above info from an online flyer (FLYER LINK: https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/Flyer2023/Hamdencruise.jpg) that was posted by our friends the CT Seaport Car Club, on their coming events page: https://www.ctseaportcarclub.com/carshows.htm ... There was also a paragraph form listing for the event on that page, with a few additional details about the event, including important contacts, that read as follows: “…May 25, 2023 and every Thursday thru October, 2023 Hamden CT… P & M Cruise, Hamden Opening Cruise for 2023… 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM  at P & M Fine Foods, 3825 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT… With DJ Mike… Hot Dogs, Burgers, Fries, Pizza, and fine Italian food  and specials… For more Info or rain cancellation call P & M Fine Foods @ 203-859-5397 or George @ 203-499-7870… Last Cruise in October will be announced at a later date…”… More info – CT Classic Chevy Club on Facebook (please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”): https://www.facebook.com/CtClassicChevyClub and P&M Hamden’s official web site: https://www.pmorangemarket.com/food-menu/hamden ... Even more info – P&M has a Branford location also—great food!—be sure check out their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/pmfinefoods/ (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there)… And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 5/25/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***)  THURSDAYS (starts 7/20/2023; thru October), Woodbury (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…Beers & Gears Cruise Night at Woodbury Brewing Company – Presented by Jetta Jeff Photography… ‘…5pm-9pm, at Woodbury Brewing Company, 738 Main Street S., Woodbury, CT 06798… Enjoy drinks, food, and music, inside or on the patio… All makes and models welcome, photographers on site… Respect the lot: no revving, no burnouts, no 2-stepping…’…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page that just got published within the past day or so (https://www.facebook.com/events/587165960164383/587165976831048/): “…Come join us Thursday nights at Woodbury Brewing Company from 5pm-9pm as we enjoy some great cars, great drinks, and great food with fellow car enthusiasts. All years, makes, and models are welcome… Local car photographers will be onsite, so be sure to clean up those rides… Woodbury Brewing Company, 738 Main St S, Woodbury, CT…”… More info – A list of event dates was also published as part of the Facebook event page—the list of dates is as follows (all are Thursdays, and all are listed as 5:00pm to 9:00pm): July 20 … July 27 … August 3 … August 10 … August 17 … August 24 … August 31 … September 7 … September 14 … September 21 … September 28 … October 5 … October 12 … October 19 … October 26 … Even more info – Please also be sure to check out the official Facebook pages of Woodbury Brewing Company at https://www.facebook.com/WoodburyBrewingCompany (please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”), and also Jetta Jeff Photography at https://www.facebook.com/jettajeffphotography (also be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there)… And there you have it! Thanks Jetta Jeff Katz for setting up this fun-sounding series of cruises!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 7/16/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) THURSDAYS (starts 5/12/2022), Marlborough (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - “The Farm At Carter Hill Cruise Night”… 5pm to 8pm, 85 East Hampton Road, Marlborough, CT 06447… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/2787916808176683): “…Cruise night is back. This is not an event this is a night to come to the farm and meet other people with the same love of autos and have something to eat or drink from the Hogs Breath Tavern or The Screaming Goat Tap Room and Beer Garden and enjoy the farm. This will happen every Thursday night and a special one will be the 3rd Thursday of the month hosted by The Others Car club. Centrally located on Rt 66 in Marlborough Ct…”… And there you have it! Thanks, as always, to our friend Rick Stevenson for the heads up about this cool-sounding event!... More info – Please be sure to visit The Farm At Carter Hill’s” official Facebook page and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there, online at: https://www.facebook.com/farmlifeonrt66/ … (this event was added to this calendar as of 5/11/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) THURSDAYS (starts 7/21/2022), Milford (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - : “Gipper’s Restaurant Weekly Thursday Car Cruise”… 5pm-8pm, at Gipper’s Restaurant & Ale House, 304 Old Gate Lane, Milford, CT 06460… All years, makes, and models welcome… Happy hour specials, prizes, 50/50 raffle… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/2271432426357061): “…Come down to Gipper’s for the weekly cruise night! Thursdays from 5-8pm. All makes and models welcome, no cutoff year. Happy hour specials, 50/50 raffle, prizes. Thursday is also Ladies Night!...”… Sounds cool!... More info – Please be sure to visit the “Gipper’s” Facebook page (and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/Gippers-Restaurant-Ale-House-122588371138733 ... And also their main web site at: https://www.gippersalehouse.com/ … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 7/20/2022)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) FRIDAYS (starts 5/3/2024), North Branford (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Marty Forbes Presents: ‘North Branford McDonalds Friday Cruise Nights 2024 at 280 Branford Road, North Branford, CT’…”… webmaster’s note - Thanks to our friend Richard Purpora for passing along mutual friend Joe Sandella’s (https://www.facebook.com/joseph.sandella) Facebook post from a week or so ago, announcing the 2024 kickoff for this always fun, always welcoming and laid-back Friday night cruise night. Quoting from Joe’s post: “…Hey Car Cruisers, McDonalds (Marty Forbes) is having their Friday night Cruise again (every Friday night)… Starting May 3rd ( weather permitting )… 5:00 ‘till ? For info call Marty 203-481-4476…”… Additional info - The McDonalds (which is situated next to the Dairy Queen, which also used to be one of the host businesses for this cruise night) is/are located at 280 Branford Road, North Branford, CT 06471, part of a larger shopping plaza called, I believe, “Central Plaza,” and you can think of it as also being located at the intersection of Routes 80 & 139 (I think Route 80 in this area is called “Foxon Road,” and Route 139 in this area is called “Branford Road”)… Thanks again Richard P. and Joe S. for the info!... Even more info – I haven’t seen any official notice yet, but I believe that also “The Rockin’ One” (Rockin’ Richard Phillips the famous local DJ—his company is called “Best DJ Service”) usually provides the outstanding tunes for this event… Oh, and I just also ran across the Facebook page for the North Branford McDonald’s (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there), which is online at: https://www.facebook.com/McDonalds280BranfordRoad/ … And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/18/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) FRIDAYS (starts 5/17/2024), Milford (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Blood Sweat and Gears CT Cruisers Present: ‘Classic Car and Hot Rod Cruise Nights – Celebrating our 20th Year!’…”… Quoting from our old car friend Brian Cesanek’s (https://www.facebook.com/ctmaricritic/) post within the past day or so to the “Shoreline Antique Auto Enthusiasts – Connecticut” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/372713469572291), which accompanied the electronic flyer for the May 17th season opener of this event: “… Blood Sweat and Gears Ct Cruisers 20th Season Kick Off and chance to grab Your Membership Application, May 17th, 5pm, 1376 Post Rd, Turnpike Square, Milford CT…”… And here is the transcribed info from the flyer that Brian included: “…Classic Car & Hot Rod Cruise Nights… Friday Nights starting May 17, 2024… Celebrating our 20th Year!... Start time 5pm… New Cut-Off Year: 1987… Music, Raffles, Trophies, 50/50… Free Admission… At McDonalds in Milford near the Milford Mall… Follow us on Facebook at: ‘Blood Sweat and Gears Ct Cruisers’ (Direct link to the Facebook group page: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3402531360009479)...”... Awesome, thanks Brian! An absolutely legendary cruise night! Glad to see it back for the 2024 season!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/20/2024)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) FRIDAYS (starts on 6/17/2022; see the listing for other specific dates), East Berlin (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - “Uncle D’s Diner Cruisin’ Friday Nights 2022”… Uncle D’s Diner, 869 Mill Street, East Berlin, CT 06023… “…Cruise nights run 5-8pm, and the diner opens at 5:30pm… Featuring: Mark’s Trivia, Music, Trophies, 60/40, Raffle, and Great Food & Friends…”… webmaster’s note - The following Friday night dates were included on the flyer that Tom Salwocki (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009117097522) posted to the CT Council of Car Clubs’ Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/connecticutcouncilofcarclubs/), on April 8th, 2022: June 17th… July 15th … August 19th … September 30th … More info – Here’s their Facebook page (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/uncledsdiner … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/15/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) FRIDAYS (starts on 5/20/2022), Vernon (“Vernon-Manchester line”) (appears to be confirmed for 2022) – Tri-Town Cruzers Friday Night Cruise Nights at the old CT Golfland… Sorry we did not get this posted sooner, but our friend Rick Stevenson advised that the Tri-Town Cruzers (https://www.facebook.com/groups/114290658583546/) started up their Friday night cruise at the old Golfland on the Vernon-Manchester line as of this past Friday evening (5/20), and with a new sponsor: Trantolo & Trantolo (https://www.facebook.com/TrantoloAndTrantolo). Quoting from the Gerald Leblanc (https://www.facebook.com/gerald.leblanc.31) Facebook post from a week or so ago that Rick forwarded: "...So it looks like the field is going to ready for a car show at the old site at golfland so Friday will Officially be our first show there will be food music and lots of cool cars. Show starts at 5pm till 8 pm hope to see you all… PS: we are looking for suggestions on a name for the show we will pick a winner and they will receive a $25 gas card from us. This is a Trantolo and Trantolo sponsored show..." ... Sounds great to us, and thanks again Rick for the heads up!... More info - For one more bit of hopefully useful info, the actual street address for the old CT Golfland appears to be: 95 Hartford Turnpike, Vernon, CT 06066... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 5/22/2022)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) FRIDAYS (starts 5/21/2021), North Windham (appears to be confirmed for 2021) - “Classic Cruise Nights at the Aero Diner”… The following info is as posted by Gary Pomo (https://www.facebook.com/gary.pomo), on the CT Car Shows and Meets Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/247943463484018), within the past day or so (and thanks again to our friend Rick Stevenson, for highlighting it, or else I would’ve missed it): “…YEA!... Classic Cruise nights are back at Aero Diner, Boston Post Rd. (North Windham, across from Walmart)… Friday, May 21…5:30… Great food specials… Music by Po'm and Paul obg duo… Pass the word… It’s great to have them back...”… More info – From the Aero Diner’s official Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/50sdinerllc), the street address is listed as: 361 Boston Post Road, North Windham, CT 06256 … And there you have it… (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/20/2021)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) SATURDAYS (starts 4/6/2024, “Every Saturday till November”), Monroe (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Monroe Street Rodders Presents ‘Cruise Night at Bill’s Drive In!’…”… ‘…First show of the season: April 6th, 2024… 4 to 8pm, every Saturday till November… 50/50, raffle, trophies, music, food… Bill’s Drive-In, 431 Monroe Turnpike (Route 111), Monroe, CT 06468…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/767148318214513/): “…Saturday Night Cruises are back at Bills Drive In this year presented by the Monroe Street Rodders. No Entry Fee needed! Come down every Saturday 4pm to 8pm starting April 6th to enjoy some beautiful rides, amazing food, and good people!...”… More info – Please be sure to check out The Monroe Street Rodders Facebook page (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” online at: https://www.facebook.com/MonroeStreetRodders/ … Even more info – Please also be sure to check out the Bill’s Drive-In Facebook page (and also be sure to give ‘em a “Like”) online at: https://www.facebook.com/BillsDriveInMonroe - and here’s also their “Classic Car Show” page at their main web site: https://www.billsdrive-in.com/classicaaa.htm (and their home page is: https://www.billsdrive-in.com/) … (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 2/22/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) SATURDAYS (starts 5/18/2024; see other listed dates), New Haven (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…Cloak & Dagger Coffee Presents ‘Cars & Coffee at Armada Brewing Company, New Haven’… 9am-12pm, at Armada Brewing, 190 River Street, New Haven, CT… Classics, Performance, JDM, All Welcome… List of dates: May 18th…. June 15th … July 20th … August 17th … September 21st…”… (webmaster’s note – All of the listed dates are Saturdays)… More info - The information presented above all came from a flyer posted within the past couple of days by Ozamataz Buckshank (https://www.facebook.com/littleorphanmikey/) on the “CT Car Shows & Meets” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctcarshows/), and there was also this note accompanying the flyer: “…Join us at Armada Brewing for this awesome series of Cars & Coffee! Food truck, coffee, beer, and photographer on site…”… Sounds awesome to us!... Even more info – Cloak and Dagger Coffee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cloakanddaggercoffee (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”)… Also: Armada Brewing on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ARMADABREWING (same advice--please visit and give ‘em a “Like”)… And there you  have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/5/2024)

(*UPDATED FOR 2024*) SATURDAYS (starts 5/18/2024, every 3rd Saturday), Uncasville (appears to be confirmed for 2024) - “…The Southeastern Connecticut Mustang Club Presents ‘Cruise Nights 2024 at The Center of Montville – In Support of Connecticut Children’s Medical Center,’… 601 Route 32, Uncasville, CT 06383… Every 3rdSaturday from May until September: May 18th … June 15th … July 20th … August 17th … September 21st … Cruise runs from 4pm until 7pm… Rain date is the following Saturday… Music, raffle prizes, and 50/50 raffle (all raffle proceeds go to the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center… Food, drinks, and ice cream by Mr. Hot Dog… Appreciation awards courtesy of Valenti Ford… All cars and trucks welcome, no cut-off dates… Sorry no motorcycles… For the latest cruise night and show info see our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SCMC1 and on the web: www.semc.com … Please no alcohol or burnouts…”… webmaster’s note – All of the above info was transcribed from a flyer that was forwarded to us within the last day or so by our SCMC friend Clem Brown (lxxvtr6@aol.com), who also had this cover note to go with the flyer: “…SCMC’s Cruise Night Flyer… Hi Steve, here's another flyer for your SAAC calendar pile! Sorry we're so late but our 20+ year sponsor for our Appreciation Awards backed out this year and we just secured a new one; Valenti Ford of Mystic. All else is the same except we are going to 'officially' run the cruise nights from 4 PM until 7 PM every month. This is pretty much what we were doing anyway despite the previous times being advertised as 5 PM until 8 PM… Thanks again and stay dry, Clem…”… Thanks so much, Clem! And one more shout-out for all the great work that Clem, and the Southeastern Connecticut Mustang Club (SCMC) does organizing events like this, and generally keeping on top of the Eastern CT old car scene! Please make sure to go and visit their Facebook page (& give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there), online at: https://www.facebook.com/SCMC1 ... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/14/2024)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) SATURDAYS (starts 6/17/2023, other specific dates), Meriden (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…Class Act Auto Wash Presents ‘The AMCC Cruise Nights,’ starting at 5:00pm, at Class Act Auto Wash, 1275 East Main Street, Meriden, CT 06450…”… Thanks to our friend Rob Lorenzo (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100005302698530) forwarding the flyer for the “new” AMCC crew’s plans for 2023 Cruise Nights at Class Act Auto Wash in Meriden. Quoting from Rob’s Facebook post dated 1/24/2023: “…Thanks to the new AMCC crew, Garret Gassman, Dylan Rozza, Tyler Abele, AMCC cruise nights will be on once a month starting in June. More dates TBD. Whoop Whoop!!!...”… Sounds good to us! Initial list of dates, per the flyer attached to Rob’s post, are as follows: June 17th, with rain date of June 24th… July 15th, with rain date of July 22nd… and August 19th, with rain date of August 26th… And there you have it! Thanks again Rob and the new AMCC crewfor making it happen!... *6/2/2023 UPDATES - DATE CHANGES FOR JULY AND AUGUST – We saw a Facebook post yesterday on the “Class Act Auto Wash Featuring Premier Pet Wash” page (https://www.facebook.com/classactautowashpremierpetwash), and it appears that the original July and August dates have been changed. NEW JULY AND AUGUST DATES are: July 22nd (a Saturday, of course), and August 26th (also a Saturday)… NOTE: I did not see any rain dates listed for those two new dates…  (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 1/25/2023; date changes for July and August incorporated into this listing as of 6/2/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***) SATURDAYS (1st & 3rd, starts 5/6/2023), Wallingford (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - “…’The Charter Oak Firebird & Pontiac Club Presents: Saturday Cruise Nights 2023 at Captain Seas Wallingford,’ 4:00pm to 8:00pm, 1st and 3rd Saturdays, at Captain Seas, 905 North Colony Road, Wallingford, CT… 2023 Schedule (no rain dates): 5/6, 5/20, 6/3, 6/17, 7/1, 7/15, 8/5, 8/19, 9/2, 9/16, 10/7, and 10/21… ‘…All Classic, Muscle, & Specialty Cars Welcome! Classic Imports too!...’… Bigger trophies, Bigger raffles, 50/50 drawing, Music and more!... Brought to you by www.charteroakfirebirds.org – club information: Brad 203-467-4482… Charter Oak Firebirds reserves the right to refuse entry to any vehicle or person. No alcohol. No burnouts… No dogs allowed, except service animals…”… webmaster’s note – All of the above information was transcribed from the Official Flyer that Brad Benoit posted today (1/27/2023), on his Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/brad.benoit.14 ... More info – A day before the flyer was released, Brad also posted the following “sneak peek” info on his FB page: “…Hello Fellow cruisers, We are here to let everyone know that our cruise nights are back on for 2023, We have a new location at Captain Seas restaurant right in Wallingford CT. 905 N Colony Rd, Wallingford, CT 06492. We welcome all hot rods, muscle cars, street rods, motorcycles. ALL MAKES AND MODELS are welcome to have some fun and a good time and food. As we do the dates will be the first and third Saturdays of the month starting on May 6th. Our cruise times will be 4pm to 8pm and will end in October with our Halloween cruise night at special hours. We will have 50/50 and door prizes along with DJ. I will post the new flyer for this cruise night this week, and we will hand them out. We hope to see you on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays and will keep updating and post as we get closer…”… Even more info – Here’s the Facebook page for Captain Seas of Wallingford (please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) : https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063858660681 … And there you have it!...  (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 1/27/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2023***)  SATURDAYS (starts 7/1/2023), Berlin (appears to be confirmed for 2023) - : “…’AMCC Cruise Nights: July 1st’…”… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/1508190829714323/) that was just posted by the American Muscle Car Club within the last day or so: “…American Muscle Car Club is happy to announce we will be hosting cruise nights at The Truck Bar in Berlin… Every 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month starting at 4:00 PM, 151 Webster Square Rd, Berlin, CT 06037… AMCC Cruise Nights are known for being informal and lots of fun. We're all about hanging out, talking cars, and having fun!... Trophies, 50/50 Raffle, Music, and a friendly gearhead atmosphere… *Please respect the lot*…”… More info – Please be sure to visit the AMCC’s Facebook page, and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there: https://www.facebook.com/americanmusclecarclubct ... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 6/2/2023)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) SATURDAYS (starts 5/14/2022; and then specific dates), Berlin (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - “Saturday Night Cruisin’ Classics at MidState Air Compressor – A Production of Connecticut Street Legends Car Club,” 5pm to 8pm, at MidState Air Compressor, 1492 Berlin Turnpike, Berlin, CT 06037… Quoting from the Facebook event page (https://www.facebook.com/events/272524408340313/): “…Come and enjoy a free night of classic car fun with good music, food, and friends. Trophies will be awarded and prizes will be available…”… Additional info - Here is the FULL LIST OF DATES for this event, that was also available at the Facebook event page (all are Saturdays, and all are listed to run from 5pm to 8pm): May 14th … June 11th … July 9th … August 13th … September 10th … Even more info – Here’s the official Facebook page for the Connecticut Street Legends Car Club (please make sure to visit their page and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there): https://www.facebook.com/ConnecticutStreetLegends ... And there you have it!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 3/7/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) SATURDAYS (every first of the month, starts on 5/7/2022; see listing for other specific dates), Old Saybrook (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - "...’American Legion Post 113 Car Show!’… Show held every first Saturday of the month, 9am to 3pm, from May thru September, 2022, at American Legion Post 113, 80 Essex Road, Old Saybrook, CT… Food, music, trophies, and a great time!... Show dates: May 7th … June 4th … July 2nd … August 6th … and September 3rd … Free Admission…”… webmaster’s note – We thank Charlie Calci (https://www.facebook.com/charlie.calci) for posting the flyer for this series of events at the “Shoreline Antique Auto Enthusiasts – Connecticut” Facebook group page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/372713469572291), which is where we transcribed all of the above info from… More info – Please also be sure to visit the Faulk Marcolini Newman American Legion Post 113 Old Saybrook CT official Facebook page (and be sure to give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there) online at: https://www.facebook.com/AmericanLegionPost113OldSaybrookCt ...  (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/26/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) SATURDAYS (starts 4/30/2022; appears to be weekly; no info on end date), Pomfret (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - “... ‘Tri-State Cruisers Classic Car Club Weekly Cruise at Pizzaria 101/Loos & Co.,’ corner of Routes 169 & 101 in Pomfret, CT, on the grass, 5-8pm…”… webmaster’s note – Thanks again to our friend Rick Stevenson, via an e-mail dated 4/27/2022, who advised that “…Pomfret cruises start this Saturday…” (via his e-mail with the subject line “Pomfret cruises start April 30, 2022”); we are happy to pass along the info, and also recommend checking in with the organizers, at their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Tri-State-Cruisers-Classic-Car-Club-131516450220126/ (make sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like”), and/or their web site: http://www.tri-statecruisers.com/ … And there you have it! Thanks again Rick for the heads up… (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 4/28/2022)

(***UPDATED FOR 2022***) SATURDAYS (3rd Saturday of the month, not sure when it started; appears to be ongoing; year-round no info on end date), Wallingford (appears to be confirmed for 2022) - “...The Jaguar Club of Southern New England Presents: ‘Jags & Java,’ at Mozzicato’s Wallingford, 9:00am until 11:00am, at Mozzicato’s Italian Bakery, 731 North Colony Road, Wallingford, CT 06492… webmaster’s note – We heard about this thru our friend David Brill—the “Auto Archeologist” (e4wbrill@aol.com or Dave@AutoArcheologiest.com), who mentioned it in an e-mail dated 9/20/2022: “…Our Jaguar Club of Southern New England also does a monthly car meet at Mozzicato's in Wallingford, the third Sat of each month, called Jags and Java, open to any cars though.. its Jags an Java because our Jaguar club puts it on…”… I told David I’d get it onto the SAAC Calendar next chance I got, and here we are… More info – From the JCSNE’s dedicated web site page (https://www.jcsne.org/content.aspx?page_id=4002&club_id=124803&item_id=1502135&event_date_id=255 – this was for the 9/17 event, which just passed—you can go to the “calendar” view - https://www.jcsne.org/content.aspx?page_id=4001&club_id=124803 - and look for the third Saturday, click on it, and open up the info page) about these events: “…’Jags ‘n Java’ (JCSNE does breakfast)… Don't forget - once a month we have our regular monthly Saturday morning get-together nearby in Wallingford… Drop by any time between 9 and 11 and you'll find members enjoying a coffee, discussing their latest projects (or planning for their next one)… Remember: 9am, 3rd Saturday of the month, Jags 'n' Java… Mozzicato’s, 731 North Colony Road, Wallingford, CT 06492….”… Even more info – Here’s info from a page about the (just-passed 9/17) event that we found on the “Cars & Coffee Events” web site (https://carsandcoffeeevents.com/event/jags-and-java/2022-09-17/): “…Don’t forget – once a month we have our regular monthly Saturday morning get-together nearby in Wallingford… Drop by any time between 9 and 11 and you’ll find members enjoying a coffee, discussing their latest projects (or planning for their next one)...”… Still more info – Here’s the JCSNE’s official Facebook page—please be sure to visit and give ‘em a “Like” while you’re there: https://www.facebook.com/Jaguar-Club-of-Southern-New-England-2021635348060016 ... And there you have it!… *9/22/2022 ADDITIONAL EVENT INFO – I asked David Brill in a follow-up note if there was a season end date, or whether it happened year-round. In a response dated 9/22/2022, David wrote: “…Hi Steve, Yes, we do this year round. Granted, in the middle of winter, they're aren't too many of us bringing the Big Cats outs to play, but we still meet up…”… Excellent, thanks so much David (and JCSNE)!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 9/21/2022; additional event info added to this listing as of 9/23/2022)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) SATURDAYS (starts 6/12/2021 at NEW LOCATION), North Haven (appears to be confirmed for 2021) - “DJ John Rozz Presents ‘Cruise at the New Address for Dino’s Seafood’,” 323 Washington Avenue, North Haven, CT 06473… Quoting from the John Rozz (https://www.facebook.com/john.rozz.5) post of June 11, 2021, to the CT Seaport Car Club’s Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/groups/ctseaportcarclub): “…This Saturday Finally. The New Dino’s Location… DJ John Rozz, Vintage Cars, Name That Tune, Best Seafood in Connecticut… Dancing, Prizes, Good Vibes & Awesome People… (starts) 3pm…”… More info – Here’s info from the accompanying poster that John Rozz also shared with his Facebook post: “…Dino’s Seafood, 203-239-5548, NEW ADDRESS: 323 Washington Avenue, North Haven, CT 06473… DJ John Rozz, 203-317-7129… Dino’s Gift Certificates will be given to all game/car winners…”… Sounds great to me! Looking forward to checking out this event, at the NEW location for Dino’s Seafood!... (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 6/15/2021)

(**UPDATED FOR 2021**) SATURDAYS (once a month, starts 3/20/2021, runs thru October; see list of dates), Branchburg (NEW JERSEY) (appears to be confirmed for 2021) - “Neshantic Station Car Show,” 7:30am to 1:00pm, 111 Elm Street, Branchburg, NJ 08853…. Quoting from the event flyer posted on the Hemmings dedicated info page (https://www.hemmings.com/events/detail?listing_id=58473) where this event was found (direct flyer link: https://assets.hemmings.com/uimage/77519114-0-0.jpg?rev=1): “…The popular Neshantic Station Flea Market is joined in 2021 by the new Neshantic Station Car Show! The Car Show will be held one Saturday each month from March through October, from 7:30am to 1:00pm… (list of dates): Saturday, March 20 … Saturday, April 17 … Saturday, May 15 … Saturday, June 12 … Saturday, July 17 … Saturday, August 14 … Saturday, September 18 … Saturday, October 16 … Registration: There is no charge for car owners to bring and show their cars, and all antique, classic, and collector cars, trucks, and other vehicles are welcome. We just ask car owners to email us at carshow@nechanic.organd register so we know how many vehicles to expect. In lieu of registration fee, we ask all car owners to bring a cash or food donation for the Somerset County Food Bank… The Car Show is just minutes from Routes 202 and 206. To find the location via GPS, enter “111 Elm Street, Branchburg, NJ”…”… webmaster’s note – Why a car show in New Jersey on the SAAC Calendar? Reason #1 is that it’s a nice early-season event (and we love the early season events), and Reason #2 is that it seems a lot of events more local to us are either not being planned yet (obviously due to COVID concerns), or are being planned and cancelled already (which is exceptionally depressing, and for the same reason), and Reason #3 is that it just plain sounds like fun, and if I have a free Saturday, I’ll definitely consider a drive out there to check it out—if not as a participant, at least as a spectator! New Jersey is a beautiful state to visit!… (this cruise/recurring event was added to this calendar as of 2/25/2021)

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