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MAY 18, 2013, Saturday, East Haven – Shore Line Trolley Museum Antique Car Show, 17 River Street, East Haven, CT 06512, museum parking lot, 9:00am to 3:00pm. Rain date = May 19th. Music, raffle, good, trolley rides, trophies. Info: Big John 203-467-9540, Wayne 203-469-7823. “All proceeds help museum recovery from Sandy.” www.shorelinetrolley.org . Directions: From I-95 North use Exit 51, at 2nd light turn right, follow signs, and you’re there! From I-95 South use exit 52, turn left off ramp, at fourth light left, and follow signs. webmaster’s note – The above info came courtesy a mid-February snail mailing from Mr. Wayne Sandford, who is a dedicated museum volunteer (in addition to being an old car enthusiast)—thanks again for keeping us in the loop,
MAY 18, 2013, Saturday, Plantsville – 2nd Annual Rev Up For A Cure Car Show, at the Southington Drive-In. “…Please join us for our 2nd Annual ‘Rev Up For A Cure’ Classic Car Show, on Saturday, May 18, from 10am to 2pm, benefitting the American Cancer Society, at The Southington Drive-In, 935 Meriden Waterbury Road, Plantsville, CT. The event is hosted by Relay For Life Team ‘Wings Of Hope’ and Katie and Mike Dragon. There is a $10.00 admission fee for all show cars pre-1985. There is no charge for spectators, but donations are greatly appreciated. There will be raffles, awards, DJ, 50/50 drawing, vendors, and much more. Come down and support such a great cause. 100% of all proceeds made will benefit The American Cancer Society. The rain date for this event is on Saturday, June 8, from 10am to 2pm. Please no pets, no bicycles, and no burnouts allowed
MAY 18, 2013, Saturday, West Haven – Washington School Car Show, 10am-4pm, Washington Elementary School, 369 Washington Avenue, West Haven, CT 06516. Rain date = Saturday, June 8, 2013. Food, music, prizes. $10 entry fee per car in advance; $15 fee “at the door.” Contact Rich Biela at 203-804-7729 or John Lewis at 203-606-0836 for more info. All proceeds benefit Washington Elementary School. Online flyer: http://home.comcast.net/~shorelinesteve/18May2013WashingtonSchoolCarShowFlyer.pdf
May 19, Stratford, Boothe Memorial Park & Museum Antique & Classic Car Show, 5744 Main Street Putney, 9AM-4PM, Rain Date 6/2, Flag Raising At Noon, Park Events Begin At 1PM & Are Free Featuring Blacksmithing, Sheep Shearing & Model Trains, Dash Plaques, Goodie Bags, Food, Music, Trophies, Ballot Voting, $10 Per Show Vehicle Must Be Received By 5/15
May 26, Hamden, 19th Annual Memorial Day Weekend Car Show At Quinnipiac University, 8AM-3PM, Rain Date May 27th, All Cars & Trucks To 1986 Are Welcome, Top 75 Awards, Corporate Sponsor Awards, Dash Plaques To 1st 600, Giveaways, Special Appearance By The Tercels At 12:30PM, Veterans Ceremony At 11:15AM, All Veterans From All Wars Welcome, Color Guard, A Salute & Taps Will Be Played, No Burn Outs, No Pets, No Skateboards Or Bicycles Allowed, Must Be Present For Award, Sponsored By The Hamden Police Dept And Connecticut Classic Chevy, To Benefit Various Local Charities, Info: George Civitelli 203-288-5063 Or Write To CT. Classic Chevy P.O. Box 185031, Hamden, CT 06518, Visit Our Website At CTCLASSICCHEVY.NET
June 2, Trumbull, Car Show At Plasko's Farm, 670 Daniels Farm Rd, 8AM-4PM (Rain Date June 9), $10 Registration At The Gate, Cut-Off Year 1980, Trophies, 50/50 Raffle & Giveaways, Street Rods, Muscle Cars, Hot Rods, Customs & Classic, Sponsored By Plasko's Farm In Cooperation With The Monroe Street Rodders, Gate Closes When Lot Is Full, Info: 203-268-2716
June 2, Wallingford, Nutmeg Chapter Pontiac-Oakland Club 29th Srping Show & Swap Meet At PNA Park, 171 North Plains Rd, 9AM-3PM Rain Or Shine, Sponsored By Barberino Nissan, Open To Pontiacs & Oaklands Only, All Are Welcome, Member Or Not, Dash Plaques For 1st 100, Participant Judging, 16 Classes, 3 Awards Per Class, Pre Reg By 5/17 $8, DOS $10, Oaklands Free, Food Available, Info At www.nutmegchapterpoci.com
June 2, Windsor Locks, 4C's Auto Show & Aircraft Exhibit At The New England Air Museum, Bradley International Airport, 10AM-3PM, Sponsored By CT Council Of Car Clubs, Antiques, Classics, Special Interest, Sports Cars & Street Rods Welcome, Dash Plaques To 1st 200, People's Choice & Participant's Choice, Trophies, Show Car $10 (Includes Driver & Passengers), Spectators $11, Seniors $10, Kids 4-11 $6.50, Under Free, Admission Includes Air Museum & Car Show, Food & Drinks Available For Purchase, Info: John Bajumpaa 860-623-3908, jfbajumpaa(at)aol.com Or Phil Hamilton 860-526-5729