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2019 CAR SHOWS MAY Ceres Street Faire & Car Show – May 4, 2019 Beyer High: Patriot’s Drive-In Classic Car Show, Modesto – May 4, 2019 Swap Meet, Turlock – May 5, 2019 Western Festival Classic Car Show, Elk Grove – May 5, 2019 8th Annual Children’s Foundation Car Show, Manteca – May 11, 2019 Knights of Columbus: Annual Ribs/Chili/Cars/ Brews & Blues, Livermore – May 11, 2019 Cruisin’ for K-9's & Roseville SPCA Car Show, Roseville – May 11, 2019 The Mel’s Diner Cruise Night, Vacaville – May 16, 2019 Relay for Life Car Show, Modesto – May 18, 2019 Patterson Community
Stadium: 1st Annual Car Show, Patterson – May 18, 2019 4th Annual Street Machines Car Show, Elk Grove – May 18, 2019 8th Annual Rods to Rails Car Show, Jamestown – May 18, 2019 Motherlode Cruise Car Show, Jackson – May 18, 2019 Cars & Coffee, Riverbank – May 18, 2019 The Datslocos: 15th Annual Car Show & Swap Meet, Manteca – May 18, 2019 The Legendary Sacramento Mile, Sacramento – May 18, 2019 Oakdale Chocolate Festival & Car Show, Oakdale – May 18 & 19, 2019 Bayside Adventure Car Show, Roseville – May 19, 2019 The Madera Classic Car
Show, Madera – May 24, 2019 Central Valley Knights: Memorial Weekend Car Show, Modesto – May 24, 2019 Vacaville Fiesta Days Car Show, Vacaville – May 25, 2019 The Italian Hot Rod Association Car Show, Sacramento – May 26, 2019 The Concours d’ Auburn Vintage Car Show, Auburn, May 26, 2019 Memorial Day Car Show, Sacramento – May 27, 2019 The Sonoma Speed Festival, Sonoma – May 30 – June 2, 2019 JUNE Rods & Relics Classic Car Show, Lincoln – June 1, 2019 The 3rd Annual Car Show & BBQ for Charity,
Galt – June 1, 2019 Downtown Lincoln Classic Car Show, Lincoln – June 1, 2019 Mother Lode Model T Club: 45th Annual Swap Meet, Auburn – June 2, 2019 Battle on the Bay Downtown Car Show, Vallejo – June 2, 2019 14th Annual Graffiti Classic Car Show, Modesto – June 2, 2019 Mid-Valley Chevy Club, Modesto – June 3-6, 2019 Official North Modesto Kiwanis Classic Car Parade, Modesto – June 7, 2019 Rods on the Bluff, Fresno – June 7, 2019 3rd Annual Louie Luau Car Show, Rocklin – June 7, 2019 Over the Hill Gang: 19th Annual Pre Father’s Day Car Show, Elk Grove
– June 8, 2019 The Sick Life Car Club: 2nd Annual Car Show, Vallejo – June 8, 2019 Elks Annual Car Show & Charity Event, Walnut Creek – June 8, 2019 The American Graffiti™ Car Show & Festival, Modesto – June 8/9, 2019 The 17th Where the Hell is Groveland Car Show, Groveland – June
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12th Annual Rod & Custom Car Show, Modesto – June 30, 2019
Show, Visalia – June 15, 2019 7th ANNUAL FATHERS DAY WEEKEND CARSHOW, Tracy – June 15, 2019 26th Annual Back to Graffiti at the Fruit Yard, Modesto – June 15, 2019 Dad's Nostalgic Car Show & Music Fest, Elk Grove – June 22, 2019 Coyote Creek Concours d’Elegance, Morgan Hill – June 23, 2019 The Red Star Car Show, Sacramento – June 23, 2019 Dreams & Drivers: 7th Annual Pancreatic Cancer Fundraiser Car Show, Placerville – June 23, 2019 11th Annual Comforting Kids Car Show, Newman – June 23, 2019 Beer & Gears Car Show, Davis – June 27, 2019
JULY Rads & Rockets 4th of July Car Show, Ripon – July 4, 2019 Annual Antioch July 4th Car Show – July 4, 2019 Westside Auto Club: 40th Annual Linguica Run, Gustine – July 7, 2019 Knight Riders Car Show, Jackson – July 13, 2019 9th Annual Summer Fest Car Show, Antioch – July 13, 2019 33rd Annual Street Festival Car Show & Swap Meet, Hollister – July 20, 2019 6th Annual Hot Rod River Run Car Show, Lathrop – July 20, 2019 32nd Annual Devils Darlin’s Car Show, Sonoma – July 21, 2019 28th Annual Summer Bash Car Show, Modesto
– July 21, 2019 Auto Swap Meet and Car Show, Santa Rosa – July 21, 2019 3rd Annual Sun Ray Car Show, Yuba City – July 27, 2019 AUGUST Marysville Elks Lodge: 3rd Annual Car Show, Marysville – August 3, 2019 Hot August Nights, Reno, NV – August 6-11, 2019 17th Annual Automobilia International Expo, Seaside – August 12-14, 2019 Commons at Union Ranch Car Show, Manteca – August 17, 2019 The Hot August Niles Car Show, Fremont - August 17, 2019 Old Fisherman’s Club Car Show, Modesto – August 17, 2019 Garlic City Car Show, Gilroy – August 17, 2019 Goodguys 33rd Annual
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Hollister Elks Annual Car Show, Hollister – September 14, 2019 Fallen Heroes Car Show, Modesto – September 14, 2019 Blast from the Past Car Show, Modesto – September 21, 2019 All Show Vehicles Car Show, Oakdale – September 21, 2019 11th Annual Muscle Cars in the Park, Elk Grove – September 22, 2019 43rd Annual Corvette
Spectacular Car Show, Los Altos – September 22, 2019 5th Annual Remember When Car Show, Fresno – September 28, 2019 Ironstone Concours d’Elegance, Murphys – September 28, 2019 The GM Fest Drag Races & Car Show, Sacramento – September 29, 2019 Swap Meet, Turlock – September 29, 2019 car shows Page 6
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OCTOBER The Last Blast of Summer Car Show, Atwater – October 5, 2019 Kiwanis Pumpkin Fair
Car Show, Manteca – October 6, 2019 Valley Nationals, Reliability Run & Swap, Madera – October 12, 2019 Hot Rod & Race Car Parts Swap Meet, Sacramento – October 12, 2019 26th Annual Down-
town Alameda Classic Car Show, Alameda – October 12, 2019 Pete Paulsen's 30th Annual Hot Rod Party, French Camp – October 13, 2019 Annual Chili Cook-Off & Car Show, Sutter Creek – October 13, 2019
Auto Swap Meet & Car Show, Stockton – October 13, 2019 Sacramento International Auto Show – October 18 – 20, 2019 Hot Rods 4 Paws, Antioch – October 19, 2019 31st Annual San Francisco Old Car Picnic, San
Francisco – October 19, 2019 Nor-Cal Round Up Car Show & Vintage Western Fest, Elk Grove – October 26, 2019 NOVEMBER 8th Annual KARS FOR KIDS Car Show, Citrus
Heights – November 2, 2019 Good Guys 29th Autumn Get-Together, Pleasanton – November 9 & 10, 2019 2nd Annual Kickin’ It Car Show, Merced – November 10, 2019
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Graffiti Summer 2019 Friday Nights (all summer long) A & W Root Beer 1404 G Street. Classic Cars, Elvis, Hula Hoop contest, Karaoke & Root Beer Floats served by Car Hops on Roller Skates. Wednesday Nights (all summer long) Velvet Creamery 2204 McHenry Ave. Classic Car Show, Activities, Raffles & more! June 1 American Graffiti (1973) Ready for root beer floats & dancing in the aisles to one of the best film soundtracks in history? Don your best duds from the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, or dress as your favorite character from American Graffiti, George Lucas’ consummate coming-of-age film, and join in the fun! Doors open at 12 p.m.; movie starts at 1 p.m. $5. State Theatre, 1307 J Street. For tickets call (209) 527-4697 or visit thestate.org. June 1 The Platters Though the performers’ names have changed down through the years, the oh-somemorable music remains a wonderful constant. The Platters charted 40 hit records—among them “Only You,” “The Great Pretender,” “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,” and “Twilight Time.” Experience the distinctive sound of one of the most successful vocal groups of the early rock and roll era! 7:30pm. Gallo Center, 1000 I Street. 209-338-2100 or www.galloarts.org. June 2 14th Annual Graffiti Classic Car Show Modesto Area Street Rod Association’s 14th annual classic car show at the McHenry Village Shopping Center. Show time 9:00am to 3:00pm. New this year: special parking area, celebrating Pre ’49 “Street Rods”. Limited to the first 48 street rods. Cars in this area receive a custom T-Shirt. DJ playing rockin’ oldies. Raffle drawings all day long, with special dignitary awards and over 50 trophy sponsor awards. Car entry fee $30.00 till May 29th, $35.00 after, includes lunch for two. Free admission for spectators. A portion of all proceeds go to local charities. Early registration packet pick up on Saturday, June 1st from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at the McHenry Village back parking lot. Free ice cream cones to all cars that attend Packet Pick-Up. For more information call (209) 529-0366 or (209) 521-6607 or visit www.modestoareastreetrod.com. June 3-6 Mid-Valley Chevy Club Park n’ Shine Car shows are free & at a different location each night from 5-8pm. Mon. Century Center - *NEW LOCATION* 2401 E Orangeburg Ave. Tues. Vintage Faire Mall 3401 Dale Road **Wed. Downtown Modesto I & J Street Thur. Cool Hand Luke’s 2505 Patterson Rd, Riverbank **Staging will be at 1:00pm in the 11th & L Streets flat parking lot. Parking begins at 3:00pm. For Complete Park-n-Shine event listing directions, visit www.midvallechevy.com/2019-Park-n-Shine.html or call 209-531-3495. June 5 Graffiti Cruise Route Presentation Starting at 6:30pm in the 10th Street Plaza, local celebrities will be inducted into the Historic Graffiti Walk of Fame, followed with live music. www. modestocruiseroute.com. June 6 MoBand Concert in the Park: “Graffiti Love” Moband is celebrating their 100th year at this beloved summer time in the park concert series. Spread out your blankets, bring a picnic and enjoy the sounds of MoBand. Admission is free and the concert begins at 8:00pm at Graceada Park, get there early and enjoy. Graceada Park, 401 Needham Ave. www.moband.org. June 7 Official North Modesto Kiwanis Classic Car Parade The parade will cruise through Downtown Modesto and go down McHenry Ave. to Briggsmore Ave. & back to downtown. The parade will feature thousands of classic cars, hot rods & street rods. 6:30pm in Downtown Modesto. You do not want to miss this amazing event! Car registration includes parade & both days of the festival. Classic Car Registration is $50 before May 27th & after is $60. To enter your classic car visit www.americangraffitifestival.com. June 7 Downtown Cruise-In Immediately following the Classic Car parade June 7th, we invite you to join us in Downtown Modesto, 1010 10th Street to stay & ‘hang out’ on the Historic Graffiti Cruise Route! Musical entertainment & live bands from 9:00pm - 11:00pm. Special parking for classic cars. For more information call 209-526-5588.
June 8th & 9th American Graffiti Car Show & Festival This 21st Annual event is presented by the North Modesto Kiwanis. The car show & festival is Saturday June 8 from 9am to 5pm & Sunday June 9 from 9am to 3pm. Check out the classic cars, stroll through hundreds of specially selected food & vendor booths. Live music throughout the festival each day. Municipal Golf Course, 400 Tuolumne Blvd. 1-888-746-9763 or www.americangraffitifestival.com. Classic Car Registration is $50 before May 27th & after is $60. Spectator tickets are only available at the gate. Look for admission coupons in the official Graffiti Summer tabloid. Adults $10 and Children 12 and under are free. All proceeds go to local charities for Children 18 & under. June 8 Lee Rocker Bass player Hall of Famer Lee Rocker and the Stray Cats sold more than 10 million records and were music video pioneers on MTV. The Stray Cat’s mega hits “Stray Cat Strut," “Sexy and Seventeen” and “Rock this Town” have become a part of the fabric of rock and roll. Rocker and his band deliver the hits and a lot more. 8:00pm. Gallo Center, 1000 I Street. 209-338-2100 or www.galloarts.org. June 8 Sing-a-long Grease (1978) Dress up as your favorite character from the film & join Rydell High’s most famous graduating class for two hours of sing-a-long fun! There will be giveaways including combs, toothbrushes and more. Spend your “Summer Night” with the T-Birds and the Pink Ladies when they return to The State. Doors 12 p.m.; showtime at 1 p.m. Tickets $5. State Theatre, 1307 J Street. For tickets call 209-527-4697 or visit thestate.org. June 14 Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons Come be transported back in time by the music of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons! This Graffiti Summer favorite will have you dancing the night away & romancing the 60´s. Purchase your tickets at www.ticketmaster.com. 8:00pm. The Fruit Yard Amphitheater, 7948 Yosemite Blvd. (209) 577-3093 June 15 26th Annual Back to Graffiti at the Fruit Yard Join us for the longest running classic car show in Modesto commemorating George Lucas’ American Graffiti movie. Car Show will feature raffle prizes, music, vendors and more! Registration $35.00. Free to the public. 9:00am The Fruit Yard, 7948 Yosemite Blvd. 209-577-3093. June 15 Tommy Castro & the Painkillers Live on stage, Tommy Castro & The Painkillers’ road-hardened musicianship brings an unmatched passion to Castro’s blue-eyed California soul and hard-rocking, good-time songs. Killin’ It-Live brings us the live power and raw passion of Tommy Castro & The Painkillers. The opener for the night is the amazing blues guitarist Ron Thompson! Doors open at 7:00pm, Showtime 8:00pm. Tickets: $25; $30; $35. State Theatre, 1307 J Street. For tickets call 209-527-4697 or visit thestate.org. June 23 Graffiti-Con 2019 Celebrate Modesto in a Fun Comic-Con and Car Show environment. Dress up as your favorite characters or go retro rockabilly. Vendors, Artists and fan clubs, classic cars and more. $5 at the Door, Kids under 12 get in Free with a Paid Adult. 10:00am— 5:00pm. Centre Plaza, 10th & K Street. www.graffiti-con.com June 29 Modesto Nuts Graffiti Night Take me out to the ballgame to enjoy action packed baseball, classic cars, 50’s and 60’s music, root beer floats and fun contests. Modesto Nuts take on the Stockton Ports, Game time 7:05pm. Fireworks after the game. John Thurman Field, 601 Neece Drive. 209-572-4487 www.modestonuts.com June 30 The 12th Annual Rod & Custom Car Show Classic cars & custom hot rods! Music, food & beverages available for purchase. Breakfast 7:00am-10:00am. Proceeds to benefit Modesto Elks. Free admission for spectators. Car show starts at 9:00am. Car participants parking is from 7:00-8:30am. Car registration $30 in advance and $35 the day of the show and includes lunch. Awards presented at 3:00pm. Elks Lodge, 645 Charity Way. 209-524-4421 .
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Modesto Street Rod Association Gears Up For Graffiti BY VIRGINIA STILL
A longtime summertime tradition in the Central Valley, get ready to enjoy Graffiti Summer, with events scheduled throughout the month of June. The summer months around the 209 can be counted on for river rafting, pool parties, BBQ’s and a variety of outdoor events, including the Modesto classic cars tradition. With the car shows, cruising, and entertainment there will be car clubs revving up their engines and shining up their cars. One group in particular has been around since 1975 called the Modesto Area Street Rod Association (MASRA) that will be rolling out in style in their classic cars this summer. Charter Member Ray Lee is the club’s car show chairman and has been a member along with his wife Marsha since 1975. He served as club president in 1993, 2014, 2015, and 2016. The couple has a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro
that they drive and display in shows. MASRA hosts a Graffiti Classic car show during the first Sunday in June each year as the kickoff event for Graffiti Summer in Modesto. This year the Graffiti Classic will be held on June 2. “Our show has become the largest single day car show in Modesto,” explained Lee. “We draw over 500 of the finest automobiles and the friendliest people to the unique setting of the McHenry Village Shopping Center.” Happy to host a local show, Lee said the club members also are part of the larger ‘family’ of classic car enthusiasts. “Over the years we have enjoyed many lifelong friendships and continue to make new friends at various classic car events,” expressed Lee. “In 1975 our club started with a group of guys and gals just cruising our hot rods and hanging out. Our bond was a common interest in
classic cars. We didn’t have a lot of money in those days; we even camped out at rod runs because motels were out of the budget. Reminiscing about all the club outings, picnics, car shows, weddings, etc. are all a very special part of being a Modesto Area Street Rod Association club member. Our daughter Megan has been a part of almost all of our club events. Megan even has her own muscle car, a 1968 Chevy II Nova that we fully restored when she was in high school.” According to Lee, the members originally drove
pre-1949 street rods and attended car shows up and down the Central Valley and at times out of the state. The organization is family oriented and many of their children have grown up in the club, inheriting the passion and love for the classics. “We are active in our community, promoting car events which help us fundraise for many nonprofit organizations and families in need,” said Lee. “In 2012 we amended our bylaws and opened our club membership to all those who own pre-1973 classic cars. This change
has complemented our club as there are so many 50’s, 60’s and 70’s classics being restored. Our goal and objective is to promote and preserve interest in the classic car hobby for the next generation.” Currently there are 28 “family” members in the club and they do accept new members. The membership is open to classic car owners that have a 1972 or older. They meet at Perko’s on Sylvan and Oakdale Roads two Tuesdays a month. Call 209-521-6528 for more information. “The MASRA fully supports the Modesto car culture and the Graffiti Summer events,” stated Lee. “We are proud to be a part of the Graffiti Summer steering committee and meet once a month with Jennifer Mullen of Visit Modesto. We also hold current memberships in the Association of California Car Clubs, National Street Rod Association and Good Guys Rod and Custom Association.”
Some of the current members have been with the club for many years and have classic cars that they have restored themselves. Bob Huntley has been a member for eight years and has a 1951 Ford Business Coupe. He has served twice as the organization’s president and enjoys the camaraderie of the members which was a big factor in joining the club. The business coupe body style is what attracted Huntley to his ‘51 Ford. “The gathering of all the people that have the same interest as I have with older cars and continuing the tradition of hot rodding as we did back in the 50’s,” Huntley expressed was his favorite part of the Graffiti celebration. Vern and Josie Silva joined the club in 1977 and they have a 1932 Ford Roadster. A highlight for the Silva’s about the club is sharing their love for street rods with their friends. street rods Page 11
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“The 1932 Ford is the classic street rod of the 1950s,” added Silva. Ed and Pam Andrade have been members for about five years and have a 1951 Chevy Business Coupe. They joined the club to be around good people that enjoy cars. They also stay busy participating in many events during Graffiti summer and said they like meeting new
people that have interests in cars. Roger Frazer has a 1926 Ford Coupe and has been a member for about six years. He has the ‘26 Ford because he liked the look of it. Being part of the MASRA has allowed him to socialize with people with similar interests. Graffiti summer to Frazer is a time to share with the public the “oldies but goodies.” Allen and Barbi Huntley have been members for five years and have a 1932 Ford. With the family feel
of the club and the fact that his father asked him to join with him is why Huntley is part of MASRA. A favorite part of graffiti summer for the couple is all the excitement that everybody shows about the heritage of the Modesto car scene. Jerry and Toni Sauls have a 1956 station wagon and have been part of the club for 24 years. They also have a 1932 Roadster, because, as Toni said “the ‘32 is what classic cars” are all about. “Our graffiti classic car
show is the best show all around,” said Sauls. Larry and Saundra Wing were members many years ago when the club first started and took a few years off and then rejoined in 2013. “The highlight of being in the club is making friends with people who share our love for street rods,” Wing said. “The first coupe I built was at age 14. I have built all five 1932 Fords in my garage.” Ed and Bettie Bracco have been members since
2006 and have a 1937 Chevy Cabriolet while Steve Cunha has a 1940 Ford Deluxe Coupe and has been a member since 2008. “I saw a few ’40 Fords and always wanted one,” said Cunha. “Now I have one.” Tom and Phyllis Smernes have been members for over 40 years. One of the original members of the club that started in the ‘70s, Tom dropped out for several years and then rejoined the club back in
1986. They have a 1937 Ford Coupe which Tom said is his favorite car that he restored himself. “One of the best things of belonging to a club is the friendships you make and continue to have through the years,” added Phyllis. “Our favorite part of the Graffiti celebration in Modesto is the McHenry Village classic car show that our club puts on and the nightly events happening in our town.” Rex and Karina Kelland street rods Page 12
MODESTO PERFORMING ARTS PRESENTS Music by Alan Menken
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have been members for over 15 years and have a 1959 Plymouth Sports Fury. “We all gain great satisfaction in using our love of cars and our friendships to contribute to the community via our fundraising Graffiti Classic show in McHenry Village each year,” stated Karina. “Our favorite part of the Graffiti celebration in Modesto would be the social side – friends and family getting together to enjoy the shared love of classic cars and, of course, American Graffiti.” Among the many other members in the club, Paul Gissible has been a member for 12 years and has a 1950 Chevy which was the first car that he got when he was 14 years old. Danny Vierra joined the club in 1976 and has a 1929 Ford Roadster. Tom and Deanna Olson have a 1930 Model A and have been members since 1984. Chet Prohaska’s favorite car is his 1964 Pontiac GTO convertible and he has been in the club for about three years. Mike Kline has a 1951 Ford Coupe and has been a member for eight years while Don Wenstrand has been a member for 10 years and has a 1956 Ford F100. Jim Wing has been a member for five years and has a 1941 Ford pickup. If you even like anything to do with automobiles, Modesto is definitely the place to be right now. “The month of June in the city of Modesto is always filled with excitement,” explained Lee. “It’s like traveling back in time, cruising in your favorite car with all your friends, attending car events and just being a part of the famous Modesto car culture history.”
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Valli Comes To The Valley Graffiti season has arrived and for many people, it brings back that nostalgic feeling. It’s a
time of year when you put on your leather jacket or poodle skirt, hop in your roadster and put a
nickel in the juke box at the malt shop. The music of the ‘50s and ‘60s lives in our hearts forever and
one of the most iconic figures was Frankie Valli. Valli, who grew up in Newark, New Jersey, cranked out several memorable tunes with the group The Four Seasons including chart toppers: Sherry, Walk Like A Man, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Rag Doll, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You and Grease. The group formed in 1956. On Friday night, June 14 Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons will be
performing at The Fruit Yard Amphitheater, 7948 Yosemite Blvd., Modesto. Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons had 40 singles in the top 40, 19 reached the top 10 and eight landed at number one. You can catch this once in a lifetime performance under the stars with a scheduled start time of 8 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.ticketmaster.com. Their music has influenced several Rock and
Roll Hall of Famers including Barry Gibb and Billy Joel. Decades after their songs first hit the airwaves, they still find a way into the rotation in today’s digital age and remain popular worldwide. Their songs have also been featured in movies, television shows and commercials. This concert is sure to be a memorable, romantic blast from the past, suitable for the entire family.
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Modesto Graffiti-Con Adds New Feature To Graffiti Month BY DENNIS D. CRUZ
When you hear “Graffiti” you think of the classic cars, music and costumes. There is only one event where all of these happen under one roof: Modesto’s GraffitiCon Comic and Car Show. Over 100 vendors and artists will be featured at the event, on Sunday, June 23 at Modesto Centre Plaza in Downtown Modesto. The cost is just $5 to experience the event for all ages. Doors open at 10 a.m. and close at 5 p.m. The event is put on by
Middagh Goodwin and this is the second annual event. Proceeds to go to Modesto Area Music Association, a local non-profit organization (501c3). Goodwin has 30-plus years of experience in events but this is his second year with Graffiti-Con. “Last year it was kind of thrown together in three months, a lot of work went into it but not a lot of time. This year we had time to prepare and get it together,” said Goodwin.
He said he wanted to add a ‘con’ to Graffiti month for several reasons. “With Modesto being the birthplace of George Lucas, I wanted to incorporate the fantasy aspect to graffiti. I think having classic cars, super heroes and retro toys all together in one setting is very important.” Special guests are scheduled to include: Mark Bode, Landrey Q. Walker, Robert Love, Michael Aushenker, Dom Davi, Ryan Oksenberg, Kep Ghoulie, Adam
Haris, Omar Salinas, Haro George and Steve Gonzales. “These are very talented artists and we are fortunate to have them on board. They all bring something to the table and each has their own unique style. Fans will enjoy their work.” Toy vendors and comics include: Comics Plus, Comics & Collectibles, Crafty Harpies, Davis Entertainment, House of Cards, Moonkee Art, PAL Collectibles, Remember When? Toys & Collectibles and
more. “To me the toys and collectibles are a key to any con. It brings up childhood memories and provides the new generation with new memories as well,” Goodwin explained. Added fun includes a classic car show, cosplay contest, panels and the Greek fashion show. The car show will feature cars from pre-1977. There will be prizes given away for first, second and third place cars.
“To me, the vehicles used in comics, television shows and movies were just as important as the characters that used them. The Batmobile, Death Star, the Enterprise and the DeLorean are all iconic so that’s where my appreciation to classic cars came from.” The Car show runs from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Cosplay contest will be held at 4 p.m. and is hosted by The NorCal Cosies. This contest is open for everyone in costumes.
American Graffiti Being Screened At State The iconic State Theatre in Modesto joins the fun of Graffiti Summer by serving up the classic film highlighting the era of hot rods. On Saturday, June 1 at 2 p.m., come see the film
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there’s plenty of A&W root beer and French vanilla ice cream left. At only $4 each, they go fast! Don your best duds from the late ‘50s and early ‘60s, or dress as your favorite character from American Graffiti, George
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Take A Stroll Through ‘American Graffiti’ History BY SABRA STAFFORD
The classic George Lucas film “American Graffiti” cemented Modesto’s place in the collective nostalgia of sock hops, cruising, and classic cars. Every June people come together to celebrate the bygone days and car culture, but the memory of that time can be revisited any time with a stroll on the Modesto Historic Graffiti Cruise Route Wall of Fame. The Walk of Fame recognizes the cruisers, hot rod racers, teeny boppers, and unforgettable personalities that left an indelible mark on Modesto and Lucas, and inspired “American Graffiti.”
The Walk of Fame is a self-guided tour of sidewalk markers celebrating the Legends of the Cruise. It traverses the path cars used to drag on 10th and 11th streets. The markers explore topics from Lucas’ biography to car clubs of the 1950s and 1960s to some of the hometown heroes. The Walk has a total of 25 stops. Founding Legends of the Cruise from 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, and 2018 are: George Lucas, Leroy Applequist, Bart Bartoni, Chuck Billington, Candy Clark, Pete Hischier, Bo Hopkins, Paul Le Mat, Terry McGrath, Gene Winfield, Century Toppers Car
Club, Bennie Furtado, Gerry Ramirez, Wendell Reed, Dennis Wilson, Charlie Reynolds, Don Monaco, Judy Felix Walk, Glen Wild, Dwight Trammel, Frank Burnett, The Faros, John Sanders, “Big Jon” Enberg, Worth Weldon, Bobby & Bell Gaines, the Modesto Throttlers, Ecurie Awol Racing Club, Don Wood, Allen Grant, Paul Corgiat, Roy Farriester, and Jack McCoy. The next inductees into the Walk of Fame will be announced and installed at 6:30 p.m. June 5 at the 10th Street Plaza in downtown Modesto. For more information on the Walk of Fame visit w w w.modestocr uiseroute.com.
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Continued From Page 20 tional. He buys and sells cars internationally. Although he admits age has crept up on him and has slowed him down a little, his shop is still full and very busy. “I bought this build-
ing and started working on old cars all the time non-stop,” said Kelland. “I do small stuff now like the ‘64 Corvette here that has been in storage since 2011. I just got one fully running, polished up, registered and rolling down the street. I did all the mechanicals on it. I don’t work for very
many people and I am particular on the people I do work for.” With good clientele and massive amount of connections in the car business, the well of knowledge has allowed him to find just about anything. He has several contacts overseas and recently has shipped a handful of cars to Japan. From these experiences he has gained the knowledge of the costs that come with shipping vehicles and the restrictions different countries have. “It is good to have people in different countries because rules change all the time and the economy changes,” stated Kelland. “Networking is really helpful.” For about 25 years Kelland has been a member of Mid Valley Chevy Club and he has been involved for about eight years with Modesto Area Street Rod Association. He does inspections on cars for people that are unable to see the car for themselves and give them an honest opinion to make sure the car is of the quality that may be portrayed online. Kelland explained that people from all over
know about American Graffiti in Modesto. He sends merchandise to these connections and they are thrilled to have it.
“I still don’t think that they use the graffiti thing to the optimum in this town,” expressed Kelland. “This is the only town that can have that
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Music Helps Bring Back The Memories There won’t be a shortage of music to enjoy around the region as Graffiti Summer kicks into gear. Whether it’s the Gallo Center for the Arts, The State Theatre or a local park, the tunes are sure to transport you back in time for an evening of nostalgia. Here are some of the main attractions being planned for Modesto’s annual ‘all things graffiti’ celebration. Gallo Center for the Arts, 1000 I Street The Platters take the stage on Saturday, June 1. Though the performers’ names have changed through the years, the music never has. The Platters charted 40 hit records including “Only You,” “The Great Pre-
tender,” “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes,” and “Twilight Time.” The show starts at 7:30 p.m. On Saturday, June 8 enjoy the sounds of Lee Rocker and be transported back in time. Bass player Hall of Famer Lee Rocker and the Stray Cats sold more than 10 million records and were music video pioneers on MTV. The Stray Cat’s mega hits “Stray Cat Strut,” “Sexy and Seventeen” and “Rock this Town” have become a part of the fabric of rock and roll. Sit back and marvel as Rocker and his band deliver the hits, with the show starting at 8 p.m. For more information, call 209-338-2100 or visit www.galloarts.org.
Graceada Park, 401 Needham Avenue Mark the calendar for Thursday, June 6 and come join the fun as the MoBand Concert in the Park presents: “Graffiti Love”. This is a beloved summer time in the park concert series. Spread out your blankets, bring a picnic and enjoy the sounds of MoBand. Admission is free and the concert begins at 8 p.m.; plan on a great night of tunes. Visit www.moband.org. for more information. The State Theatre, 1307 J Street Tommy Castro & the Painkillers crank it up on Saturday, June 15 and will keep the music and memories flowing.
Live on stage, the group brings an unmatched passion to Castro’s blueeyed California soul and hard-rocking, good-time songs. Killin’ It-Live will
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open at 7 p.m., showtime is 8 p.m. and ticket prices are $25, $30 and $35. For tickets or more information, call 209-5274697 or visit thestate.org.
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of new, clean cars on the road, vehicles that fail to meet modern emissions standards may pose a costly problem to classic car collectors. As governments increasingly emphasize the importance of clean fuel options, classic car owners may find it challenging to find more traditional fuels or face the added expense of adapting their vehicles to run on alternative fuels. Workers in the automotive trade are trained to manufacture and repair new vehicles. As a result, classic car owners without much mechanical ability of their own may find it difficult to find mechanics with the skills necessary to repair and restore classic
cars. Historic requirements also need to be heeded. Each state has its own requirements governing classic cars. To qualify for historic vehicle registration, vehicles may need to be 25 years or older, owned solely as a collector’s item and used exclusively for exhibition and educational purposes. When driven for personal use, such vehicles may not be allowed to exceed 1,000 miles per year. Classic cars continue to attract hobbyists from all over the globe. Restoring classic cars can be a rewarding pastime, but one that involves dedication and an investment of both time and money.
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Cruise In To Modesto For Summer Fun BY MARG JACKSON
You may not have spent any time cruising McHenry Avenue in your youth … but chances are you know someone who did – and that well-known Modesto
practice of days gone by is showcased throughout the events of Graffiti Summer. A celebration of Modesto’s unique heritage, which gave birth to the ‘American Graffiti’ movie
by George Lucas, there is something for everyone in the family to enjoy during the annual June festivities. Also, throughout the summer, A & W Root Beer at 1404 G St., Modesto,
serves up the root beer floats, karaoke, Hula Hoop contests, Elvis impersonators and classic car shows, running every Friday night. There will even be car hops on roller skates to add to the nostalgic feel of the evenings. A main feature of the month will be offered on
Friday night, June 7 as the North Modesto Kiwanis present the official Graffiti Summer Classic Car Parade. This event will see the traditional ‘cruise’ of the classics on McHenry Avenue. Along with McHenry, the parade of cars will also motor down Briggsmore Avenue and then back to
downtown. Thousands of vehicles, from street rods to classics, will be on display for the crowds to enjoy. There will also be a ‘cruisein’ following the parade, all are invited to the 10th Street Plaza at 1010 10th where there will be musical entertainment from 9 p.m. to 11 cruise Page 27
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Continued From Page 26 p.m. The American Graffiti Car Show and Festival itself covers two days, Saturday and Sunday, June 8 and 9. This year marks the 21st annual event, and the festi-
val is also presented by the North Modesto Kiwanis. Saturday hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with the Sunday hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Staged at the Municipal Golf Course at 400 Tuolumne Blvd., the festival admission is $10 for adults; children 12 and under are admitted free.
The festival brings together the best of the past, with classic cars as far as the eye can see, and plenty of auto enthusiasts there to share their passion for the classics with you. Also enjoy a variety of carefully selected food and vendor booths to satisfy your appetite and find some unique mer-
chandise. There will be live music both days as well. All proceeds from the festival go to local charities focusing on services for children. Car shows are the order of the month, with a variety of locales and organizations joining the fun. Sunday, June 2, it’s the 14th annual Graffiti Classic Car Show hosted by the Modesto Area Street Rod Association and put on at the McHenry Village Shopping Center from 9 a.m. to
3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, June 3 through 6, MidValley Chevy Club hosts a ‘Park ‘n Shine’ show each night from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., at Century Center on June 3, Vintage Faire Mall on June 4, I and J streets downtown on June 5 and Cool Hand Luke’s in Riverbank on June 6. Saturday, June 15 the show moves to The Fruit Yard at 7948 Yosemite Blvd., with the 26th annual Back
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