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WOMEN OF MOPAR: THE FINALE

ICE RACING

On Moosehead Lake, the action heats up when temperatures plummet..........Page 8

Stories of unique individuals who have made our hobby better....Page 6

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THE SHOWS GO ON!

The 2021 season is picking up speed

SNEAK PEEK AT HOT SHOWS • CRUI S E C A L ENDA R

13th Annual!

Wings&Wheels2021 FALL FESTIVAL

WHERE THE SKY MEETS THE ROAD!

Sponsored by the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce, the Delaware Aviation Museum & HVCCDE

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2021 | 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM Delaware Coastal Airport, Georgetown, DE

FREE ADMISSION! Vintage Plane Fly-In & Car Show Featuring: U.S. Naval Academy Parachute Team

Plane Rides

Delaware Coastal Airport Exhibits

Pilot Competitions

WWII Re-enactors from the Harbor Defenses of the Delaware Living History Association

Craft & Food Vendors

FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY! Vehicle Registration (show cars only): $20.00 Pre-register your car at

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Show: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm Awards Presented: 3:30 pm

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Soul Riders Auto Club Events/Shows 2021

VFW Hall #3792 5695 Summit Bridge Rd. Townsend, De. 19734 May 2

11:00am-3:00pm

June 20

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Featuring: Women with Show Cars/Hot Rods

July 17(Saturday) 9:00am -1:00pm “Christmas in July”

(Traveling to the A.I. DuPont Hospital on Sunday, July 18 th, 10:00am) We will be collecting toys at this show

August 22 Sept 26

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All season we will be collecting “TOYS” for our July show and “New” Men’s and Women’s Socks & Underwear for the homeless. Please bring items in their original packages to any show.

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Spring Edition (June-August 2021) Sneak Peek at Hot Shows....................................................................................................5 Women of MOPAR..............................................................................................................6-7

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Ice Racing..............................................................................................................................8-9 Event Spotlight..............................................................................................................10-13 Cruise Calendar.....................................................................................................................15 Show Calendar......................................................................................................................19 Cruising 101...........................................................................................................................23 Shifting Gears.......................................................................................................................23 On the Cover: Lou Stavoli’s 1929 Ford. Photo by Ben Notaro Art Director: Matthew Loeb Advertising & Sales: Jerry duPhily Digital Services Director: Michael O’Brian Editorial & Research Team: Jerry duPhily, Larry Lazareff Contributing Writers: Frank Adkins, Brenda Burns, Aldina Burns, Larry Lazareff, Bill Nese, Ben Notaro, John Quinn, Lou Sitaras, Al Snyder, John Truman Contributing Photographers: Lindsay duPhily, Larry Lazareff, Ben Notaro, Bob Sliwecki Founder and Special Consultant: Larry Lazareff

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SNEAK PEEK June 4-6: Carlisle Ford Nationals Carlisle Fairgrounds, 1000 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA, 17013 Fri & Sat: 7am-6 pm; Sun: 7am- 12pm Info: 717-243-7855; CarlisleEvents.com June 5: 45th Annual Antique Car & Truck Show Automotive Complex at Woodbine Airport, 555 John Penn Blvd., Woodbine, NJ 08270 10am-3pm Info: GentiliniFord.com June 12: The Spring Fling GM Thing The Village Greene, Smithville, NJ 08205 10am-3pm Info: 609-266-1229; BoardwalkCorvettesClub.com June 19: Susquehanna Thunder on the River Car Show 201 Locust Street, Columbia, PA 17512 10am-2pm Info: ThunderontheRiver@gmail.com June 20: Soul Riders Auto Club Women with Show Cars/Hot Rods VFW Hall #3792, 5695 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 19734 11am-3pm Info: 302-998-5951; SoulRidersAutoClubDelaware.com June 25: Cruise Nite presented by Greenhill Car Wash 809 Middletown Warwick Road, Middletown, DE 19709 5–9pm Info: GreenhillCarWash.com June 25-26: Carlisle GM Nationals 2021 Carlisle Fairgrounds, 100 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 7am-6pm Info: 717-243-7855; CarlisleEvents.com July 9-11: Carlisle Chrysler Nationals Carlisle Fairgrounds, 100 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 Fri- Sat: 7am-6pm; Sun: 7am-12pm Info: 717-243-7855; CarlisleEvents.com July 11: Storybook Land’s 22nd Annual Classic Car Show Storybook Land, 6415 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 11am-4pm Info: 609-646-0103 x6

HOT SHOWS July 15-18: Syracuse Nationals New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209 Thur- Registration 8am-8pm; Picnic Only 11am-3pm; Fri & Sat 8am- 6pm; Sun 8am-3pm Info: SyracuseNationals.com July 17: Soul Riders Auto Club Christmas in July VFW Hall #3792, 5692 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 19734 9am-1pm Info: 302-998-5951; SoulRidersAutoClubDelaware.com July 25: 10th Annual Chicken Run-Classic Car Cruise Cedarville Fire Department, 30 Maple Ave., Cedarville, NJ 08311 noon-5pm Info: 609-381-5939 August 6-8: Carlisle Truck Nationals Carlisle Fairgrounds, 100 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 Fri- Sat: 7am-6pm; Sun: 7am-12pm Info: 717-243-7855; CarlisleEvents.com August 22:: Soul Riders Auto Club Show VFW Hall #3792, 5692 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 19734 9am-1pm Info: 302-998-5951; SoulRidersAutoClubDelaware.com

COMING THIS FALL: September 26: 15th Talleyville Fire Co. Antique & Classic Car Show Concord Mall, 4737 Concord Pike, Wilm., DE 19803 10am-3:30pm Info: 302-478-1110; TalleyvilleFireCo.org Oct. 2: 13th Wings & Wheels Fall Festival Delaware Coastal Airport, 21553 Rudder Lane, Georgetown, DE 19947 10am-4pm Info: Wings-Wheels.com Oct. 9: 10th Greater Woodbine Chamber Car Show Downtown Woodbine, center of town on Route 550, Woodbine, NJ 08270 9am-3pm Info: 609-780-3088; WCCNJ.org

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THE WOMEN OF MOPAR Stories of unique individuals who have made our hobby better (Part Four: The Finale)

By Lou Sitaras Erin McCall and her cherished 1973 Dodge Challenger.

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ast year, in 2020 B.M. (before masks), Cruising Magazine showcased various stories of unique and passionate women in the classic car hobby. Titled The Women of Mopar, the ladies featured have told their stories, in their own words, of what it was that inspired them to develop an interest in classic cars.

Then the pandemic came upon us and life as we knew it was never the same. Today, we are finally beginning a return to normalcy and car shows, which last year were banished as being fraught with danger, have thankfully returned to fill our weekends with fun, friends, and familiarity.

There are three women left to feature, but the truth is there are so many more women across so many marques of automobiles — Ford, Chevrolet, Buick, Cadillac — on and on and on. They host car shows, repair their own automobiles, and accept the many responsibilities of being an elected car club official. They’re long overdue for praise and recognition and all of us here at Cruising Magazine are proud to showcase them. Ladies and gentlemen, we present to you, the final edition of The Women of Mopar.

ERIN McCALL

McCall is co-owner of Rob’s Rod Shop in Downingtown. She’s an accomplished automotive photographer and has volunteered at many car shows throughout the area. Her expertise in running a speed shop for many years has made her a specialist in working with vintage cars and conversing with the classic car community.

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McCALL: “My appreciation of the classic car hobby started in the early 1970s amid growing up in the construction industry with International Loadstar dump trucks, Chevy Cheyenne Pickups and a Dodge Club Cab. By the 1980s I was really into GM muscle cars — especially Oldsmobiles, Buicks and an occasional Nova or Camaro.

Fast forward to 1993 when Rob McCall asked me to attend the Chrysler Nationals in Carlisle (Pa.) with him. That was my Mopar moment! Experiencing all those cars and trucks on the fairgrounds for the first time was amazing and just so much to take in. We have attended every year since then, and we’ve watched that show and the hobby grow.

We have owned so many classic Mopars throughout the years spanning eras from the 1940s to current modern day Mopars. My personal favorites to date, both past and present, include my 1998 Jeep Wrangler, 1973 Dodge Challenger, 1973 Plymouth Road Runner GTX and my 1978 D100 Custom Utiline (Stepside). I am excited to see what the new decade brings in the way of speed and technology while also preserving our history.”

ANDREA RIPA

I first met Ripa when we attended a fundraiser together for Delaware State Trooper Cpl. Stephen Ballard who was killed in the line of duty. Andrea has hosted many Car-B-Ques, picnics, and cruises for her Delaware Valley Mopar Association family and is an inspiration for the other members.

RIPA: “I have always been interested in cars since I was a little girl. I met Tony Ripa when I was in my teens. At that time, he owned a Plymouth Duster that I really loved

and enjoyed helping him with it. After that, he had a Dodge Demon that was one of the fastest cars around. I learned how to tune a Holley carburetor and also learned an appreciation for making cars go fast. Over the years I have owned many Mopars, the latest being a 1973 ‘Cuda 340. I am very meticulous about the way it has been built and enjoy the hobby very much. I remember going to the movies and watching car movies such as Dirty Mary, Crazy Larry and Christine. I’ve always loved going to the drag races and still do. These days, I can often be found behind the wheel of a Dodge Challenger Scatpack and enjoy it so much that I’ve grown to love the modern Mopar muscle cars almost as much as the vintage ones!”

TINA REZK

Rezk is a guiding force for the PA Modern Mopar Club. She can often be found helping out at one of their many events throughout the area.

She’s always the first to volunteer and is a joy to be around and talk cars with.

REZK: “My love and inspiration for Mopars has most definitely come from Bryan, who has been by my side for five years. Watching his excitement and enthusiasm for Mopars is very infectious. The members of the Pennsylvania Modern Mopar Club have embraced both Bryan and myself to the point that they have become our family. I’m so thankful to have them in our lives.

I chose “Jennie” as the name for my Charger in loving memory of my mother. It most definitely was the best choice for me to honor the woman that made me who I am today. When I drive my Mopar I know she is always with me. Love my Mopar!”

With this article, The Women of Mopar series is ending. The ladies are off to other adventures and Cruising will turn its attention to others worth featuring.

I watched when Mary Tyler Moore left the WJM newsroom for the last time; when Carol Burnett tugged on her ear for the last time; when Sam Malone from Cheers served a drink for the last time. I was extremely sad saying goodbye to Mary, Carol, and Sam and I feel the same tears in the corners of my eyes as I’m saying goodbye to this series.

Thank you ladies: • Robin Cook • Brenda Walls • Amy Berry Bragg • Pat Murphy Tucker • Andrea Ripa

• Joy Curran • Diane Ferro • Carolyn Duhaime • Erin McCall • Tina Rezk

I would also like to recognize Jenni Romano for her devotion to the Mopar hobby. Her unwavering passion for her 1974 Dodge Charger, nicknamed Holly, is well known throughout the area after they appeared together on the automotive TV show Sticker Shock.

Thank you all for your tireless work on behalf of so many classic car enthusiasts in the tri-state area.

And a special thank you to so many more women who work on the front lines and behind the scenes to make life easier for all of us. Your hard work does not go unnoticed and your contributions are too many to tally. All of us at Cruising Magazine thank you for a job well done. You’re a breath of fresh air in a garage full of carburetors.

With this article, The Women Of Mopar series

Andrea Ripa enjoying a bit of sunshine while leaning on the hood of her 1973 Plymouth ‘Cuda during one of her many Mopar parties.

This 2019 Dodge Charger GT in Destroyer Gray is owned by Tina Rezk. It has all-wheel drive and is the car she drives daily.

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Cool Concept In Maine, ice racing proves a great way to weather winter

By Frank Adkins

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s I write this, the sun is beaming through a clear blue sky on the first day of spring. It has been a long winter and I know most of us are itching to get our cars out, take a cruise, and perhaps meet up with a few car buddies. Those who crave drag racing are rejoicing, for the area dragstrips have recently opened. This is the time of year we look forward to during those gray winter months when the roads are covered with salt.

Today, however, I am with a group of car enthusiasts who are sad to see the winter end. We are at a racetrack, but it’s one unlike any in our area. I am with the members of the West Cove Ice Racing Association at their track on Moosehead Lake in Greenville Junction, Maine. Today’s event was their season finale.

Greenville sits at the southern end of Moosehead Lake about 70 miles northwest of Bangor in a part of the state known as the North Woods. It’s a small town (fewer than 2,000 residents) where folks come to enjoy boating, fishing, snowmobiling, ATV riding, and other outdoor activities. Lily Bay Road runs north of town for 18 miles to Kokadjo (the sign there reads KOKADJO Population: Not Many), and it is this corridor where locals and visitors alike come in hopes of seeing the elusive moose. Beyond Kokadjo, the roads are dirt, for this is logging territory. Logging trucks are a common sight in the North Woods.

Elsewhere on the lake, folks are enjoying the day while ice fishing in purpose-built huts or crisscrossing the vast expanse outside of the west cove on snowmobiles. Overall, Moosehead is nearly 40 miles long and has an area of nearly 118 square miles peppered with small islands, including Mt. Kineo. The sense of community is strong here. My wife and I have been coming to Greenville for the last 12 years or more, and we stay at the Kineo View Lodge, a rustic two8

story, 12-room, family-operated motel located a few miles outside of town.

It was there last night that I learned the students at Greenville High School were having a snow sculpting competition this weekend. I stopped at the high school on my way to the racetrack. One of the chaperones told me to root for Nikki Hamilton. “She is the only girl racing. She’s my daughter.”

Ice racing is weather-dependent. The ice on Moosehead typically reaches a thickness of 30 inches. This year, it only achieved a thickness of about two feet, which is still more than enough to be safe. However, rain and snow melt can leave several inches of water atop the ice. When this happens, there can be no racing. Snow covers the ice throughout the winter, and volunteers with plows create the track and pit area by plowing the snow from the ice surface. In the previous weeks, the snow was much deeper than it is today.

Earlier in the day, one by one, the racers appeared in trucks pulling their race cars on trailers across the ice and into the pit area. The brands represented today include Volkswagen, Nissan, Honda, and Chevrolet. Each car is required to have a safety harnesses, a window net, a fire extinguisher, a bar on the driver’s door for side impact protection, and a support bar across the underside of the roof joining the tops of the B-pillars unless a roll cage has been added. Drivers are required to wear DOT-approved helmets. Although there is a class for those running spiked tires, most competitors rely on tire chains. The WCIRA members are focused on having fun, but they take safety seriously. As one official explained, “We don’t want anybody getting hurt. We have a tech inspection, we require safety measures, and we are also insured.”

In addition to the safety equipment required for racers, I soon learned that everybody wore cleated boots in order to have traction on the ice. I had brought my aggressive-soled, mud-and-snow boots, but I found them useless on the ice. One nasty fall convinced me not to stray too far from my car. Lesson learned; I’ll be better equipped next time.

One at a time, drivers entered the track to make their qualifying runs, which consisted of a warm-up lap, three “hot” laps, and a cool-down lap.

Finally, at noon, the racing began. The cars were grouped by class, with some drivers competing in multiple classes after a tire/wheel change. As with a closed-circuit road race or dirt track race, a flagger signaled the start of the race with a green flag, the last lap with a white flag, and the end of the race with a checkered flag. He stood in a tiny orange booth mounted on a trailer so that it could be removed from the ice after each day of racing. After the pace lap, the green flag fell, and the racers were off in a flurry of angry, unmuffled exhaust and ice shavings. While the cars were bunched up early in the race, only the lead car had clear visibility. As the faster drivers vied for position, the cars became spread out around the course. Everyone sought to run cleanly in accordance with the rules, though by nature, there can be minor unintentional contact from time to time. Still, ice racing is not intended to be a demolition derby, and drivers who don’t abide by the rules can be ejected from the race or suspended.

Between heats, two snow plows circled the track, clearing it of the ice shreds that had accumulated due to the tire chains. As one fan explained, “Clearing the loose stuff helps a lot with visibility. Every time they race, they lose an inch or two of ice from the track surface. The chains just rip it up.”

Judging by the amount of loose ice the plows cleared after each heat, I don’t doubt it.

Although many of the drivers are seasoned veterans of the sport, the WCIRA welcomes newcomers. Compared to other forms of racing, the low expense of preparing a car for entry-level competition makes ice racing accessible to nearly anyone who wants to get started.

For more information, see the West Cove Ice Racing page on Facebook.

There, you can also access the WCIRA rulebook.

Enjoying the snow sculpting competition at Greenville High School.

Though many drivers are seasoned veterans, West Cove encourages newcomers.

The ice on Moosehead Lake typically reaches 30 inches of thickness.

Moosehead Lake in Greenville Junction, Maine, is the home of the West Cove Ice Racing Association. All photos courtesy West Cove Ice Racing Association

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EVENT SPOTLIGHTS

A DAY IN MAY CAR SHOW Teamwork is essential to producing the best results in a given endeavor. A great example of teamwork is a car show that sees the Barnegat Township Recreation Commission, Barnegat-Waretown Chamber of Commerce and the Sentimental Cruisers Car Club combine resources and talents to stage their A Day in May Car Show.

On hand were 100+ cars and trucks gathered to enjoy an automotive outing that included food trucks, various vendors and music by WBNJ-FM. There were trophies given out at the end of the show, which included the coveted Mayor’s Choice trophy.

The beauty of Barnegat Bay (N.J.) is a bonus to all who partake in this cool event.

— Text by Ben Notaro, photos by Robert Sliwecki

South Jersey Classics Cars & Coffee SJ Classics, a classic car dealership, held a cars and coffee gathering at their establishment in Pittsgrove Township, N.J. on a lovely Saturday morning. If you have not been there, you need to check out the fine rides for sale and the nostalgic atmosphere of this business.

The owners (Shawn & Ed) held a friendly gathering that saw more than 50 cruisers show up with their rides, emjoy camaraderie and share car conversations over coffee and donuts. There is never a shortage of good vibes when the car owners get together to start their day.

Check out SJ Classics Car and Coffee dates and their fine rides too at SJClassics.net — Text and photos by Ben Notaro

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EVERGREEN DAIRY BAR CRUISE The Evergreen Dairy Bar has been serving the Southhampton, N.J. and surrounding area since 1949. This restaurant and ice cream stand is a classic establishment that fits right in with enjoying classic rides. The Evergreen hosts cruises every Tuesday evening and cruisers from all around the area regularly turn out. By the way, Evergreen’s menu has enough variety to satisfy most appetites.

Looking for a cool weeknight out? Then hop in that special ride and head out to a cruise spot where the season is evergreen.

— Text by Ben Notaro, photos by Robert Sliwecki

Hello Spring Car Show Johnson’s Corner Farm located in Medford, N.J. ushered in the season with their first car event for 2021. This day started off with 130 rides coming out to enjoy a great food and farming gathering place. There is always something for everyone to enjoy at Johnson’s and a cruiser can join the fun all summer long as Johnson’s hosts cruises every Friday night.

— Text by Ben Notaro, photos by Robert Sliwecki

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Many car clubs look forward to the start of a new season and the members of the South Jersey Mopar Connection are no exception. As a matter of fact, they named their event for 2021 a most appropriate title — the Kick Off Car Show.

They kicked off the season with a highly successful event that drew more than 130 cars and trucks. The seafood/sports bar Chickie’s and Pete’s in Egg Harbor Township, NJ was the host location for this gathering and the restaurant took care of the participants with food discounts and a lively atmosphere.

South Jersey Mopar Connection will be hosting cruises at this location the first Thursday of each month into September.

— Text by Ben Notaro, photos by Bob Sliwecki

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Cruising Magazine makes every effort to ensure all listings are correct. However, event listings are subject to change. Please call ahead to avoid a wasted trip. ► Every Monday (May 31-September 27) Don & Bert’s Car Cruise Nights 635 W. Broad Street, Paulsboro, NJ 08066 6:30pm until…

Come for the cars and cold treats, stay for the friends and family. Please be respectful of local businesses and act responsibly while entering, attending and leaving.

Storybook Land’s 22nd Annual

2nd & 4th Mondays (June 14 & 28, July 12 & 26, August 9 & 23) The Blacktop Villains Cruise Nights Dave & Buster’s, Gloucester Premium Outlets, 200 Premium Outlets Dr., Blackwood, NJ 08012 6pm until ?

Start parking in the lot at the opposite end of Dave & Busters. Visit Dave & Busters from 4-7pm and 9-close for Happy Hour and food specials. Collecting non-perishable food items at each cruise night. July 26th will be the Christmas in July event- collecting new unwrapped toys for Toys for Tots. November 22- official collection for Toys for Tots.

Info: Sue 609-502-3736 or George 609-9290866 Every Tuesday (June 1- October 26) Bellmawr Cruise Night Auto Zone, 700 Crescent Blvd, Route 130, Brooklawn, NJ 08030 6pm until?

Hosted by the Bellmawr Cruisers. Any make or model. We are the Seinfelds of cars, we do nothing except talk and enjoy cars!!

Info: 609-820-2290, dlewis44@comcast.net

To Register your vehicle, call 609-646-0103 ext. 6.

Registration is $40.00 - includes four (4) admissions for 7/11/21 only.

Show car must be present. Cars must be at least 30 years old (1991 or older). Owner agrees to show car from 11:00 pm - 4:00 pm.

Vehicles will be parked between 9:00 am and 11:00 am.

Storybook Land is open to the public from 11:00 am - 6:00 pm.

Due to COVID restrictions, space is limited. Masks required.

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Third Tuesdays through September (June 15, July 20, August 17) Delaware Valley Road Runners Car Club Cruise Night Falls Township Community Park, 9125 Mill Creek Road, Levittown, PA 19054 6-9pm Rain date is the following Tuesday. Handicap Accessible, Food, Kids, Music, All Vehicles Welcome, Trophies. Come out for a great time! New members always welcome.

Info: 215-510-6629, lenpribish@hotmail.com delawarevalleyroadrunners.com

Every other Thursday (May 27, June 10 & 24, July 8 & 22, August 5 & 19) Mr. Bill’s Weekly Cruise Night Mr. Bill’s of Winslow Township, 453 Route 73 South, Hammonton, NJ 08037 5-9:30pm Great food, custard and friends. First 15 cruise cars receive a free small custard!

Cruise in for a fun time.

Info: 609-878-3829 Every Wednesday (June 2-October 27) Somerdale Cooper Towne Center Weekly Cruise Night Cooper Towne Center, 711 Evesham Road, Somerdale, NJ 08049 6-9pm Across from Cinemark & Applebee’s near Walmart Super Center. Event is rain or shine.

No registration or admission fees. No trophies- just car & truck lovers hanging out.

Every Wednesday (June 2-September 29) Clifton Cruisers Wednesday Cruise Night Victorian Square Mall, 438 Route 513, Clifton, NJ 07011 5:30-8pm $10 registration fee to benefit the Clifton Veterans Memorial. Music.

Every Wednesday (June 2-October 27) Cruise Nights at Edison Shopping Center 2003 Woodbridge Avenue, Edison, NJ 08817 5:30-8:30pm All makes, models & bikes welcome.

Trophies, live DJ music, socially distancing and masks will be mandatory. Sponsored by Edison Pizza and Edison Pharmacy.

Every Wednesday (June 2-October 27) Vito’s Custom Cars- It’s A Cruise Night Slider Up Burger Restaurant, 1331 St. Georges Ave, Colonia, NJ 07067 5:30-8:30pm Trophies awarded

EVENT LISTINGS First Wednesdays (June 2-October 6) Metuchen Area Chamber of Commerce Cruise Nights New & Center Streets, Metuchen, NJ 08840 6-8:30pm Prizes for 1st, 2nd & 3rd places at each event.

DJ live entertainment.

Rain date: Following Wednesday Info: 732-548-2964 First Wednesdays through November (June 2, July 7, August 4) Kruisin’ the Keystone Cruise Nights R & S Keystone Diner, 4714 Bethlehem Road, Telford, PA 18969 4-9pm Presented by East Penn Modifiers Club.

Open to vehicles of all years, makes and model. Awards, family friendly, dinner specials offered by R & S Keystone Diner. Bring lawn chairs!

1st & 3rd Wednesday through October (June 2 & 16, July 7 & 21, August 4 & 18) Wednesday Night Wheels Breakers Kitchen & Tap, 535 Route 9, Waretown, NJ 08758 5-8pm Open to all years, makes & models. DJ music, car hop food service, trophies. Collecting donations for Jersey Shore Car Show Charities. Sponsored by Pine Belt Cars, United Healthcare and Deluxe Car Care.

Info: jerseyshorecarshows.com Second Wednesday through October (June 9, July 14, August 11) Gus’s Crab Shack Cruise Night Gus’s Crab Shack, 29 W. Market Street, Port Penn, DE 19731 5-8pm Hot crabs, cold beer. One darn good time.

4 miles each of Route 14 via Port Penn Road.

Third Wednesdays through September (June 16, July 21, August 18) South Jersey Region AACA Cruise Inn Cruise Nights Bobbit Auto, 595 Salem Quinton Road, Salem, NJ 08079 5-8pm Hot dogs and beverages for all drivers who bring their antique auto. Come out and enjoy the music and see old friends.

Info: Ray McFarland 609-202-3906 or Martin Erdner 856-935-0537 sjraaca.com

First Thursdays through September (June 3, July 1, August 5) 2021 Back in the Day Thursday Night Cruise-In Chickie & Pete’s, English Creek Shopping Center, 6055 E. Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township NJ 08234 5pm-dusk Come and park your vehicle and leave whenever you like. Chickie & Pete’s will be offering a food discount to participants.

Third Thursdays through September (July 15, August 19) Bourbon & Brews Cruise Nights 2001 S. Delaware Street, Paulsboro, NJ 08066 4-8pm Free admission. All years, makes and models.

Info: 856-599-0752; bourbonbrews@icloud.com Every Friday Night (May 28-November 26) Sentimental Cruisers Friday Night Cruise McDonald’s, 417 Atlantic City Blvd, Bayville, NJ 08721 5-8pm Info: sentimentalcruiserscc@gmail.com Every Friday (May 28-October 29) Street Survivors Friday Cruise Nights To the left of Burger King by Tractor Supply, Park 97 East Park Shopping Center, 7988 Crain Highway, Glen Burnie MD 21061 5:30-9pm No Entry Fee. All vehicles allowed. Plenty of parking. Music and 50/50 every week. Car show flyers and club shits and sweatshirts are available at the trailer. Food available at nearby establishments.

Info: 443-838-0948 or 443-829-5658 streetsurvivorsofmaryland.com Second Fridays through October 8 (June 11, July 9, August 13) Grotto Pizza Cruise Nights 309 Auto Park Drive, Middletown, DE 19709 5-8pm Come out and show off your ride and enjoy food and drink. Handicap Accessible, Food, Kids, All Vehicles Welcome.

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2nd & Last Fridays through October (May 28, June 11 & 25, July 9 & 30, August 13 & 27) Fossils South Jersey Cruise Night Jackson Premium Outlets, 537 Monmouth Road, Jackson, NJ 08840 5-9pm Open to all cars and light trucks. DJ Wolfman Jerry spinning the tunes.

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EVENT LISTINGS Third Fridays through September (June 18, July 16, August 20) Cruise Night at TK’s Ice Cream 331 Route 539, Cream Ridge, NJ 08514 4:30-8pm Presented by the Mid-Jersey Region AACA. Info: 609-206-7939 or 609-923-5280 Third Fridays through October (June 18, July 16, August 20) Nostalgia Knights presents Cruisin’ 2021 Racks Pub & Grill, 2021 N. Blackhorse Pike, Williamstown, NJ 08094 5-9pm Free cruises that include trophies, music, 10% food discount, door prizes and more.

All rides welcome. Monies raised support our Toys for Kids at St. John of God. Handicap Accessible, Kids, Music, All Vehicles Welcome.

10% off your food on cruise nights!

Info: 609-381-3249, bn67fairlane@gmail.com nostalgiaknights.com First Saturdays through October (June 5, July 3, August 7) Chesapeake Classic Car Club Cruise-In Waterside Village next to Chick-fil-A, 28632 Marlboro Ave., Easton, MD 21601 5-9pm “Dusting them off.” Handicap Accessible, Food, Kids, Music, All Vehicles Welcome.

Info: Mike Francis: 410-739-8689 First Saturdays through October (June 5, July 3, August 7) Corvette Club Monthly Car Show & Cruise Pike Creek Shopping Center, 4700 Limestone Rd, Wilmington, DE 19808 4-8pm Street Rods, classic, antique, race, trucks and motorcycles. Bring whatever you have! No entry fees. Handicap Accessible, Food, Kids, Music.

Info: (908) 342-4293 or vetteclub.org First & 3rd Saturdays through October (June 5 & 19, July 3 & 17, August 7 & 21) Pharoah’s Car Club Cars & Lunch Chianti Italian Restaurant, 127 Bridgeton Pike, Mullica Hill, NJ 08062 11am-3pm Join us for lunch and car talk! Park in the farleft lot looking at the front of the building.

Info: pharoahsofsouthjersey1@yahoo.com Second Saturdays through October (June 12, July 10, August 14) Cruise Nights at 301 Plaza Citgo Station, 921 Middletown-Warwick Road, Middletown, DE 19709 5-8pm Info: Labarrre: 302-983-6966, carshows4nonprofits@gmail.com

2nd & 4th Saturdays through October 9 (May 29, June 12 & 26, July 10 & 24, August 14 & 28) Del Rods Cruise Nights Green Tree Shopping Center, Route 8, Dover, DE 19904 8am-3pm Fee, Handicap Accessible, Food, Kids, Music, All Vehicles Welcome, Trophies.

Info: 302-674-5365, rsludge47@aol.com delrods.org Third Saturdays through September (June 19, July 17, August 21) Yesterday’s Chevrolet Club Cruisin Fox Run Shopping Center, Routes 40 & 72, Bear, DE 19701 4-7pm All makes and models welcome. Christmas in July on the 17th- please bring a new unwrapped gift for the Salvation Army.

Info: 302-757-3664 or 302-540-5604 Last Saturdays (May 29, June 26, July 31, August 28) Gateway Classic Cars of Philly Cars & Coffee 1228 Forest Parkway Suite 200, West Deptford, NJ 08066 9am-noon You don’t want to miss Caffeine and Chrome! Open to the public and has no admission fee. Cruise in with your collectible car or daily driver and bring your appetite.

Indulge in donuts and coffee while supplies last. All makes, and models are welcome with plenty of parking space. We have a museum full of classic, exotic, and muscle cars. This is a family friendly event! Free admission. All vehicles welcome.

Info: bill.mack@gatewayclassiccars.com Gatewayclassiccars.com Last Saturdays through October (May 29, June 26, July 31, August 28) Cruise for the Troops Off Route 100 at Bartlett Avenue & Main St. Exton, PA 19341 3-7pm Presented by Top Deal Center Motor Club, We collect items for our troops deployed overseas- non-perishable food items, toiletries, white socks, baby products, wipes, gum.

Rain dates: Next day.

Info: 484-206-5109, tdcmotorclub@gmail.com

EVENT LISTINGS Third Sundays through October (June 20, July 18, August 15) House of Brews American Grill Great American Car Cruise presented by Nostalgia Knights Walmart Plaza, Old Black Horse Pike across from Turnersville Auto Mall, Turnersville, NJ 08012 12-3pm All rides welcome to these FREE cruises, offering 15% discounts on food, DJ music, 50/50, trophies, door prizes and more.

Monies raised support our Toys for Kids at St. John of God. Handicap Accessible.

Info: 856-318-1260 nostalgiaknights.com

Every Wednesday in August (August 5, 12, 19, 26) Hot Summer Nights Classic Car Cruise Night Universal Technical Institute parking lot, 1515 Broad Street, Bloomfield, NJ 07003 5:45pm No registration required; no early birds.

All cars, years, makes and models are welcome to this free event. August 5th is First Responders Night. Socially distanced spots! Face covering required when socially distancing is not possible. Best in Show trophies awarded each night. Music by DJ Roy Yokelson of Antland Productions. Various local food vendors each week. Presented by the Bloomfield Parks, Recreation & Cultural Affairs Department along with Bloomfield Cruisers, Universal Technical Institute and Shelbourne.

Area SHOWS

Cruising Magazine makes every effort to ensure all listings are correct. However, event listings are subject to change. Please call ahead to avoid a wasted trip.

Check www.CruisingMagazine.net for rainout updates. ► May 29 (Saturday) 9th Annual Cruzin’ for a Cause Car Show North East Fire Company, 210 S, Maudlin Ave. North East, MD 21901 10am-2pm Pick up tour map/trivia in the fire house lot.

Go on your Cruise to Turkey Point. When you get back to the Fire Hall, enjoy the short, 4-minute walk to drop off your map/trivia at Maryland Recycled Creations at 114 S. Main St. then at Maryland Recycled Creations, get your dash plaque, make a donation, buy raffle tickets, try the 50-50! Completed Trivia Maps will be pulled for prizes! All proceeds benefit the Union Hospital Cancer Program in memory of Robert C. Reynolds, Sr. Info: Missy Reynolds: 443-553-5856 June 5 (Saturday) 45th Annual Antique Car & Truck Show Automotive Complex at the Woodbine Airport, 555 John S Penn Blvd, Woodbine, NJ 08270 10am-3pm Presented by Gentilini Family Ford as part of a week-long Memorial Day event. Vintage cars, free food and drink, family fun. gentiliniford.com/annual-car-show

June 4- 6 (Friday- Sunday) Carlisle Ford Nationals Carlisle Fairgrounds, 100 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 Fri- Sat: 7am-6pm; Sun: 7am-12pm Presented by Meguiar’s. Event held rain or shine. Kids under 12 free! Come to the largest all-Ford show in the world which features Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and Euro Fords on the 3,200+ National Parts Depot Showfield. Info: 717-243-7855 CarlisleEvents.com June 5 (Saturday) 7th Annual Car Show 506 E. Gibbsboro Road, Lindenwold, NJ 08021 10am-2pm All year, makes and models welcome. Limited to 100 vehicles. Trophies for Best Car of Show, Best Paint, Bet Interior, Best Motorcycle Paint Job- all judging People’s Choice.

Trophies awarded at 1:30pm.

Rain date: June 6

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Oct. 9, 2021 • 9am - 3pm

Route 550 in Woodbine Rain Date: Oct. 10 SHOW CARS, ANTIQUES, MUSCLE CARS, RACE CARS, MILITARY VEHICLES, ANYTHING ANTIQUE, ARE WELCOME!

SWAP MEET Cars, Antiques, Tools, Auto Related Dealers WELCOME!

VENDORS ADMITTED AT 7AM (must be in by 9am) VENDOR SPACES ARE 12’ x 12’.

VENDORS MUST CALL FIRST!

Vehicle Pre-Registraion Fee is $15 by Oct. 1 $20 at the Show

ALL VEHICLES MUST HAVE A UL APPROVED FIRE EXTINGUISHER! NO ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES!

FOR MORE INFOMATION CALL: LISA - 609-780-3088 Pre-Registration Form Name:________________________________________________________ Street:_______________________City/State/Zip_____________________ Year:___________Make:___________________Model:________________ Phone #________________________Email:_________________________ Signature:___________________________ Amount Enclosed $________ Mail Application & Make Checks Payable to: GWCC, P.O. Box 792, Woodbine, NJ, 08270

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EVENT LISTINGS June 6 (Sunday) Slammedenuff New Jersey Car Show Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, NJ 08260 1-6pm Admission: $25 adults, children under 12 free June 12 (Saturday) The Spring Fling GM Thing The Village Greene, Smithville, NJ 08205 10am-3pm Any year, any GM-powered model welcome.

Pre-registration recommended. $15 entry fee in advance; $20 day of show. Lodging available at the Colonial Inn. Rain date: June 13 Info: 609-266-1229 or 215-805-4851 boardwalkcorvettesclub.com June 19 (Saturday) Sentimental Cruisers Pre-Father’s Day Show 11 Birdsall Street, Barnegat, NJ 08005 9am-2pm Presented with Barnegat Recreation.

50s & 60s music, dash plaques for first 100 registered. Pre-registration fee $15; day of $20.

Rain date: June 20 Info: sentimentalcruisersnj@gmail.com; Sentimentalcruisers.net June 19 (Saturday) Susquehanna Thunder on the River Show 201 Locust Street, Columbia, PA 17512 10am-2pm A blast every year! Restaurants, pubs, antique shops and more within walking distance to the event Info: thunderonrivercarshow@gmail.com

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June 20 (Sunday) Father’s Day Car Show & Country Breakfast Knights of Columbus, 157 Oak Street, Waterford Works, NJ 08089 8am-12pm Cost is for breakfast- $8 adults, $6 children 12 and under. Show field behind Knights of Columbus Hall. No entry registration for show field vehicles. All CDC guidelines will be observed.

Rain date: June 27 June 20 (Sunday) Soul Riders Auto Club Women with Show Cars/Hot Rods VFW Hall #3792, 5695 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 19734 11am-3pm First come, first parked, $20 per car. All season we will be collecting toys for our July show and new men’s and women’s socks and underwear for the homeless. Please bring items in their original packages to any show.

Info: 302-998-5951 & 302-858-3672, soulridersautoclubofdelaware.com

June 20 (Sunday) Father’s Day Show for Pancreatic Cancer Racks Pub & Grill, 2021 N. Blackhorse Pike, Williamstown, NJ 08094 10am-2pm Trophies and door prizes. Registration from 9-11am. $10 registration fee. Breakfast specials during car show at Rack’s.

Rain date: June 27 Info: Hot Rod Garage: Dan at 856-417-2669; infohotrodgarage.com hrgperformance.com June 20 (Sunday) Father’s Day Car Show Christ the Cornerstone Church, 3135 Summit Bridge Rd, Bear, DE 19701 9am-1pm Annual Father’s Day Car Show. Free dogs & drinks! Free admission. Kids, Music, All Vehicles Welcome, Trophies.

Info: Larry Wilder: 302-836-2862, lwilder@ ctcde.net ctcde.church/events June 25 (Friday) Cruise Nite presented by Greenhill Car Wash 809 Middletown Warwick Road, Middletown, DE 19709 5–9pm Info: GreenhillCarWash.com June 25-26 (Friday & Saturday) Carlisle GM Nationals 2021 Carlisle Fairgrounds, 100 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 7am-6pm Events held rain or shine. Kids under 12 free!

Bring your vehicle and join over 1,000 other participants at the Carlisle GM Nationals. All General Motors vehicles are welcome from vintage & classics to the modern 6th Generation Camaro, you can see it all here on the National Parts Depot Showfield.

Info: 717-243-7855 CarlisleEvents.com June 26 (Saturday) 66th Annual Dave Blyler and Herb Godfrey Memorial Antique and Classic Car Show and Parade Ocean City Tabernacle, 550 Wesley Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226 9am-2pm Presented by Jersey Cape Region AACA. Free to the public, registration free to auto owners. Proof of insurance is required to enter your car into the show and parade. Parade of cars begins at 2pm on the boardwalk.

Info: Dave Blyler: 609-432-5347

EVENT LISTINGS June 26 (Saturday) 1st Annual Cherry Hill JEEP Show American Legion Post 372, 1532 Martin Avenue, Cherry Hill, NJ 08002 12-4pm JEEP staging starts at 10 am. Pre-registration: $25 per vehicle. After 6/18 or day of show, registration is $30. Trophies, Peoples’ Choice, free admission to the public, family friendly, vendors, food trucks, live entertainment, refreshments. No pets.

Rain date: June 27 Info: Paul 609-638-8068; alch372.com July 4 (Sunday) Independence Day Cruise Silver Diner, 2131 Route 28, Cherry Hill, NJ 10am-2pm Rain or shine. No entry fee, no trophies. All makes, models and years welcome. Face masks required. Please be respectful of social distancing guidelines. The Diner will be open. No tents, sound systems or alcohol.

Info: Tom 856-524-2588 July 9-11 (Friday- Sunday) Carlisle Chrysler Nationals Carlisle Fairgrounds, 100 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 Fri- Sat: 7am-6pm; Sun: 7am-12pm Event held rain or shine. Kids under 12 free!

Come to the largest Mopar event in the world featuring over 2,800 vehicles from all eras of the Chrysler brand!

Info: 717-243-7855; CarlisleEvents.com July 11 (Sunday) Hotrod Garage All American Car Show “Support the Troops” Racks Pub & Grill, 2021 N. Blackhorse Pike, Williamstown, NJ 08094 10am-2pm Care packages to be collected for the troops.

Trophies and door prizes. Registration from 9-11am. $10 registration fee. Breakfast specials during car show at Rack’s.

Rain date: July 18 Info: Hot Rod Garage: Dan at 856-417-2669; infohotrodgarage.com July 11 (Sunday) Storybook Land’s 22nd Classic Car Show Storybook Land, 6415 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234 11am-4pm To register your vehicle, call 609-646-0103 x6. Registration is $40, which includes four admission tickets for 7/11/21 only. Show car must be present. Cars must be at least 30 years old. Owner agrees to show car from 11am-4pm. Vehicles will be parked between 9-11am. Storybook Land is open to the public from 11am-6pm.

Info: 609-646-0103 x6

July 15-18 (Thursday-Sunday) Syracuse Nationals New York State Fairgrounds, 581 State Fair Blvd, Syracuse, NY 13209 Thur- Registration 8am-8pm; Picnic Only 11am-3pm; Fri & Sat 8am- 6pm; Sun 8am-3pm Sponsored by NAPA Auto Parts, this is the largest auto show in the Northeast! Events include Syracuse Signature Showcase, Sparky’s Rockabilly Roundup, Nitro Row, Memories on Main Street, Swap Meet & Car Corral, Mini Nationals, Tech Seminars, Awards, Women’s World, Poker Run, American Muscle Sunday and more. Free spectator parking, handicap accessible, vendors, camping and hotel info on website.

Info: SyracuseNationals.com July 17 (Saturday) Sentimental Cruisers Summer Cruisin’ Car and Truck Show Community Hall, 101 North Main Street, Forked River, NJ 08731 9am-2pm Dash plaques for first 100 registered. 50s and 60s music. Air-conditioned building, indoor restrooms, tables and chairs, food truck, ice cream truck, and vendors. Show cars enter from Route 9 and Jones Road. Pre-registration fee $15; day of $20.

Rain date: July 18 Info: sentimentalcruisersnj@gmail.com Sentimentalcruisers.net July 17-18(Saturday-Sunday) Soul Riders Auto Club Christmas in July VFW Hall #3792, 5692 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 19734 July 17: 9am-1pm Free admission. Kids, Music, All Vehicles Welcome, Trophies. Toy collection. All season we will be collecting new men’s and women’s socks and underwear for the homeless.

Please bring these items in their original packaging to the show.

July 18: 10am start. Soul Riders and guests will be traveling to A.I. duPont Hospital to deliver items collected at our previous events.

Info: 302-998-5951, 302-858-3672 Soulridersautoclubofdelaware.com July 25 (Sunday) 10th Annual Chicken Run—Classic Car Cruise Cedarville Fire Department, 30 Maple Ave., Cedarville, NJ 08311 12-5pm All vehicles welcome- from fire trucks, Jeeps, Corvettes, muscle cars, hot rods to antiques.

No entrance fee, no trophies, no judging.

Music by WVLT’s Big Al’s Warehouse.

Info: 609-381-5939

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Rain date: August 6 Info: Jason Bennett 856-491-1836 or Rocky 856-678-6260 August 7 (Saturday) 6th Annual Car Show Elkton Moose Lodge #851, 71 Cherry Hill Road, Elkton, MD 21921 9am-1pm Registration $15 per car beginning at 8am.

Trophies, plaques and door prizes. Breakfast available 9-10am. DJ, $1 hot dogs, burgers, cold drinks. 50/50.

Rain date: August 8 Info: 410-398-1750 August 6-8 (Friday-Sunday) Carlisle Truck Nationals Carlisle Fairgrounds, 100 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 Fri- Sat: 7am-6pm; Sun: 7am-12pm Be a part of one of the largest and most action-packed truck events in the world!

Info: 717-243-7855 CarlisleEvents.com August 7 (Saturday) 6th Annual Antique Car Show 1817 Route 9 North, Cape May Courthouse, NJ 08210 10am-2pm Presented by Avalon Campground. Vehicles pre-register by August 5: $8; Day of show: $10. Trophies awarded. Automobiles must be at least 25 years old.

Info: 609-624-0075 August 7 (Saturday) Classic Car Cruise-In Benefiting Cancer Support Community Delaware Saint Mark’s High School, 2501 Pike Creek Rd. Wilmington, DE 19808 11am–2pm Rain date: Aug. 8 Info: CarShows4nonprofits@gmail.com

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August 8 (Sunday) All GM Car Show for Drug Awareness Racks Pub & Grill, 2021 N. Blackhorse Pike, Williamstown, NJ 08094 10am-2pm Trophies and door prizes. Registration from 9-11am. $10 registration fee. Breakfast specials during car show at Rack’s.

Rain date: Aug. 15 Info: Hot Rod Garage: Dan at 856-417-2669; infohotrodgarage.com

August 21 (Saturday) Fort Mott State Park Car Show Fort Mott State Park, 454 Fort Mott Road, Pennsville, NJ 08070 9am-2pm Presented by Salem County Road Knights of South Jersey. Fee: donations for Fort Mott State Park Admission. Food trucks, DJ, Ferry rides available to Delaware City (fee applies).

Info: Rocky 856-678-6260; rockysts@hotmail.com August 21 (Saturday) 1st Annual Car Show Wanamaker Field, 1 Wanamaker Complex, Island Heights, NJ 08732 Car Show 9am-2pm; Entertainment 2-7pm Presented by Island Heights Volunteer Fire Company and Sentimental Cruisers.

Spectator admission is free. Car show, food trucks, beer grade, live entertainment. Dash plaques for first 100 registered.

Rain date: Aug. 22 Info: sentimentalcruiserscc@gmail.com Sentimentalcruisers.net August 22 (Sunday) Soul Riders Auto Club Car Show VFW Hall #3792, 5695 Summit Bridge Road, Townsend, DE 19734 9am-1pm First come, first parked, $20 per car. All season we will be collecting new men’s and women’s socks and underwear for the homeless. Please bring items in their original packages to any show.

Info: 302-998-5951 & 302-858-3672; soulridersautoclubofdelaware.com August 26-28 (Friday- Sunday) Corvettes at Carlisle Carlisle Fairgrounds, 100 Bryn Mawr Road, Carlisle, PA 17013 Fri- Sat: 7am-6pm; Sun: 7am-12pm The annual Corvettes at Carlisle event features thousands of Corvettes representing all generations of America’s classic sports car.

Info: 717-243-7855; CarlisleEvents.com August 28 (Saturday) NAPA Auto Parts 3rd Annual Auto Show NAPA Auto Parts, 301 South White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 08037 12-4pm Help stop Overdose Jerz- International Overdose Awareness Day. Vehicle entry fee: $20- all welcome. Spectators free, guest speaker, vendors, raffle baskets, DJ, food trucks, back-to-school, food & Secret Santa toy drive. Online vehicle registration. helpstopoverdosejerz.org

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i Gang: Long time, heh? Believe me, I’m bored.

Went to a couple of events, one was taking place behind its location. No signs, no nothing. It would have been nice for at least one sign, like “Show In Rear.” The other event the wife and I had hoped to attend resulted in us seeing the three vehicles in attendance pulling out as we were pulling in.

Well, it was a nice road trip.

Meanwhile, my Caddy sits comfortably in the garage, broken down with a blown rear. No, Caddys don’t do burnouts.

I suppose the 2021 show season will be unique, to say the least. Vehicles in every other parking space; three people to every 10-by-10 canopy; limited spectators — all masked, of course. But, events will happen.

Meetings, let’s face it, they are not happening. With room size and attendance limited, the costs exceed the benefits.

That, my friends, is the bottom line.

Well, the good news is that, finally, people able to attend car events. With the restrictions being eased, it sounds like things are getting a bit back to normal — whatever that is.

But, back to the shows. After a year-plus with no shows, and a year with the loss of many people along with countless other disruptions, anything close to “NORMAL” will be acceptable.

See you soon at the events. PLEASE send or e-mail me your events so that I can update the calendar.

Larry Lazareff Cell: 856-297-5012 before 8pm • larrylazareff@gmail.com For those who need to send me information, please forward to:

Larry Lazareff 1920 S. Delsea Dr. Unit #6 Vineland, NJ 08360

SHIFTIN’GEARS

By Ben Notaro • red63vetnj@comcast.net

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he great American humorist, Mark Twain, once commented that rumors of his death were greatly exaggerated. Seems some thought he was dying when he was very much alive. Well, that was obviously not an accurate comment about Mark Twain and the assertion can be applied to our hobby.

Simply stated: No, the fun car hobby isn’t dying.

One case in point regarding classic and specialty cars is sales.

I was speaking to two very active and highly respected car dealers who cater to the Corvette and classic/specialty car markets. When I approached them with the question: How are sales in these pandemic times?, I expected a gloom-anddoom response. To my surprise, their response was that sales were booming!

One would think that in this time of restrictions on gatherings, people would be just chillin’ out watching TV and not be too interested in specialty cars. Upon talking to the proprietors of these businesses, there was a common belief that people have come to several conclusions. Here are a few of these business owners’ thoughts: 1. Life is short and why dream of buying a fun ride? If you can afford it, then purchase one.

2. The hobby is not dead, just on a dormant/slow mode for now. It will eventually open up, so buy now and cruise when the time is right.

3. Classics and contemporary specialty cars are now selling rather quickly and the time to purchase is now and not when the supply is depleted.

Everyone has a personal reason for getting into the cool car hobby. The most important thing is that the hobby is about fun — and that never goes out of style.

By the way, reports of our hobby being on the decline…well, they are greatly exaggerated.

Department of Health: When going to a car event, you may want to see what their COVID policy is from state to state.

Department of Events: Maybe we can rate different flavors of coffee with an octane rating at cars and coffee gatherings.

Department of Advertising: If you are hosting an event. Get it in Cruising Magazine.

Whatever way you choose to enjoy the hobby, stay safe and have fun in the endless summer of 2021.

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