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2010 Golden Gate AHC Event Schedule

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The following events have been scheduled or are tentative for 2010. If you wish to have an event listed, contact Loren Parks at 530-893-8643 or lorparks@gmail.com .

Events sponsored by the Golden Gate Austin Healey Club.

Saturday, January 16, 2010: GGAHC Annual Planning Session

What: A meeting for ALL Club Members to help plan events for 2010. Informal Pizza lunch to be provided!

Where: The offices of Lee Bardellini, 2000 Crow Canyon Place, San Ramon, CA 94583

Contact: Let Marty Allen (martyallen@aol) or Lee Bardelini (HeLeeEsq@aol.com) know if you plan to attend.

Saturday, March 20, 2010 at 10 AM: Annual Tech Session "Making Sure Your Healey is Dependable"

Where: British Car Specialists at 2060 N. Wilson Way, Stockton, CA 95205.

More Info: At this year's tech session we will go over the common issues that can arise while you are out on the road and may ruin your day. We will also cover those things that may stop you from trusting your car to get you home from one of our clubs tours. This way there are no excuses about "I can't go because my car won't get me home." We will take one volunteer's car and go over it front to back, looking for what might happen to cause a breakdown while on tour. We will also look for some of those Lucas Gremlins that may be lurking in your electrical system. If you would like to volunteer your car please let Dave know so he can make the arrangements to get the car ready prior to this session. We will also do some hands on and you can take at look at your Healey, time allowing. We will bring it in and you can take a look at some of the items that we went over during the session on the demonstration car.

RSVP: Dave Nock at 209-924-1562 or at healeydoc@sbcglobal.net

Saturday, March 27, 2010: Club Officers Meeting

What: Quarterly meeting for Club Officers to coordinate club activities for 2010. Meeting begins at 9:00 AM.

Where: The offices of Lee Bardellini, 2000 Crow Canyon Place, San Ramon, CA 94583

Contact: Let Marty Allen (martyallen@aol) or Lee Bardelini (HeLeeEsq@aol.com) know if you plan to attend.

Saturday, March 27, 2010 at 11 AM: GGAHC Season Opener Luncheon and Tour

Where: Mark your calendars and plan on attending this great event. It's time to dust off the Healey and get that engine started. Of course, your other car is always welcome too, after all, our meetings are about friendship and having fun. We will begin by having lunch at the Bay Area's famous Max's Cafe, at their San Ramon location. Following lunch we will caravan to the Blackhawk Auto Museum (which is only a few minutes away) for a private tour of those other wonderful driving machines.

Plan to arrive at Max's around 11:00 AM on Saturday, March 27th. To help make the lunch affordable for everyone, the club is subsidizing the lunch and your cost will be a nominal $10 per head. Pay Lee with cash or check at the event. There is also an $8 entry fee into Blackhawk Auto Museum.

More Info: See www.blackhawkmuseum.org/ for information about the museum. See www.maxsworld.com/home.html for more information about Max's Diner.

Contact: Lee Bardelini at Lee Bardellini to RSVP.

Saturday, April 24, 2010: Lodi Wine Tour

What: Want to watch some grapes grow and taste some delicious wine along the way? Come join us for this incredible journey through delta roads for a tour through California's oldest and most prolific grape growing region. Bring a picnic lunch to enjoy under the Valley Oak trees.

Meet at McDonald's parking lot in Rio Vista on Hwy 12
There is also a gas station to top off your tanks.
Tour begins at 9:30 AM Saturday
Wineries charge $5 to $10 per person for wine tasting

We will tour three to four local wineries with a lunch stop at a local park filled with beautiful shade trees, Japanese garden and zoo. There is an entry fee of $5.00 per car. We will finish with some host provided refreshments before sending you back home by mid afternoon.

Lodi produces more wine than Napa and Sonoma combined. Some of America's most popular wines are made there. Mondavi, Gallo, Sebastiani, Glenn Ellen, Sutter Home and many other well known wines are grown and produced in Lodi.

The first commercial vineyard was established by George West in 1853 and he built the El Pinal Winery in 1858. By the late 1880 farmers embraced the Tokay grape as a versatile table grape with eye catching flame color. It is very distinctive to the Lodi region. The Tokay is a wonderful table grape, but can also be fermented into wine, distilled into brandy or fortified into ports and sherrys.

Prohibition actually helped the Lodi growers. Under the Volstead Act, home winemaking was allowed and the demand for wine grapes actually increased. Thousands of railcars left Lodi each harvest full of Zinfandels, Tokays and Alicantes. In 1933 when Prohibition was repealed, the Lodi vinters didn’t miss a step and began producing dessert wines.

The Lodi region transitioned in the 1960's to producing quality varietal wines preferred today. They produce premium, award winning wines that are enjoyed around the world today. Many of the wineries are 5th & 6th generation owned and operated. Come enjoy the personal touch and friendly atmosphere of Lodi winemakers.

Contact: Dave or Jerri Nock at 209-824-1562 or at healeydoc@verizon.net for details.

Saturday, June 5, 2010: Marin Headlands and Nike Base Tour

Where: Marin County

Info: Two groups will meet at staging areas near San Francisco and caravan to the Bay Area Discovery Museum in Fort Baker. The Northern Staging area is the Larkspur Ferry Terminal in lot L or M. This group will depart for Fort Baker at 10:45 am. The Southern Staging area is the parking lot at the Cliff House on Point Lobos Ave on the Western edge of San Francisco. This group will depart the upper parking lot at 10:30 am. Coffee is available from retailers at the staging areas.

Departure time from the Discovery Museum parking lot to be determined. Several of the areas of interest have limited parking, so we may not be able to tour them as a group. The URL for the Park is: home.nps.gov/goga/index.htm. Local views of the city and ocean are spectacular from this hidden gem of a park. Lower Conzelman Road has some of the most spectacular vistas of the Golden Gate Bridge and our City by the Bay ! ! !

The park requires registration for groups of more than 20 people, so please RSVP to Dennis at dxhome.2010@gmail.com.

Plan to bring a picnic, water and a flashlight (if you want to explore any coastal artillery batteries). No gas or refreshments are available in the Headlands Park. Wear hiking shoes if you want to explore any of the many, many hiking trails available in the Marin Headlands Park. Also hiking shoes help to explore many of the remaining coastal artillery sites that are “open” to the public.

Contact: RSVP required to Dennis Gilroydxhome.2010@gmail.com. Dennis will send detailed directions once you contact him.

June 28 - July 1, 2010: Austin Healey Rendezvous 2010

Where: Eugene, OR

Info: 8 Weeks Till Rendezvous 2010 in Eugene! Rooms at the Valley River Inn are filling fast. As of last weekend only 10 rooms remained in our reserved block. Though rooms may be available after the block is filled, the Rendezvous rate won’t be.
Join us for fun activities and Oregon hospitality June 28-July 2 in Eugene. The registration form is available on the AHCO website healey-oregon.org. For hotel reservations call 541-743-1000.

For more information and registration forms, check them out at healey-oregon.org/rendezvous-2010

Several GGAHC groups are forming to travel together to Rendezvous 2010. Find out more at our March meeting.

July 11 - 16, 2010: Conclave 2010

Where: Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa, Galena IL

Info: Not only is this event a wonderful celebration of all things Healey, it is also the AHCA's 35th Anniversary party. The event looks like it's going to be a wonderful gathering filled with memorable events, including a Riverboat Dinner Cruise. Register before April 15, 2010 for the early bird discount. Check out their website at www.austinhealeyconclave.com/ for more detials.

Saturday, July 24, 2010: Napa Valley Wine Tour

Where: Napa Valley, CA

Info: George Henke will lead this tour which will stop at several excellent wineries along the way. More details to follow.

Sunday, August 8, 2010: Niles Canyon Railroad Tour

Where: Niles Canyon Railway, near Fremont, CA

Info: We will combine beautiful cars, spectacular scenery and a trip on the 7th largest passenger carrying railroad in California pulled by a restored steam powered locomotive. The starting point is the parking lot at Bernal and Koll Center Parkway in Pleasanton. The popular Stephanie's Cafe is located there and the friendly staff is ready to serve us a full and delicious breakfast.
We depart at 10 AM for a leisurely trip through the countryside and will arrive at the restored Sunol Rail Road Station around 11:30. The train will leave Sunol at 12 noon for a 1 hour trip over the last link of the original Transcontinental Railroad.
Upon returning to the station the afternoon is free for us to enjoy this unique town. The Sunol Jazz Cafe, across the street, has a variety of food and drinks. Sunol also offers historic buildings: an 1885 Church; a very large antique store that is offering us a 10% discount when we mention the Austin Healey Club; and less than one-half mile away is the renowned Ellison Winery.
Check out the Niles Canyon Railway's website at www.ncry.org// for detials about the railway.

Contact: Glenn & Karen Stephenson at 510 237-4238 or by email at karenstephenson3@yahoo.com

TBD, August 2010: GGAHC Annual Healey
Ice Cream Social

Where: Vacaville, CA, with new locations in the San Jose and Sacramento areas.

Info: Free ice cream to all Healey drivers and passengers who RSVP to Len prior to the event!

Contact: Len Hartnet at 707-448-3027 or by email at thehartnetts@earthlink.net

Saturday, September 11, 2010: GGAHC Tour to Donald Healey Memorial Grove

Where: A relaxing tour South on Skyline Blvd to Big Basin State Park. More info soon. There will be a short walk in the park to reach the Memorial Grove. Bring a bag lunch and drinks.
Our starting point will be the parking lot at the McDonalds located at 15475 Los Gatos Blvd, Los Gatos. Jim will provide maps and instructions at the beginning of our adventure. Arrival should be at or before 9:30am The run begins at 10:00am.

More Info: Check out a photo gallery of the Memorial at www.justbrits.com/DMH/DMH.html.

Contact: Jim Morton at themortons@starstream.net to RSVP.

TBD, October 2010: Sierra Fall Colors Tour

Where: Tour from Auburn, CA through Sierra Valley, Donner Pass and back to Nevada City. This was a wonderful event in 2009 and 2010 looks to be even better. More details soon.

TBD, December 2010: GGAHC Holiday Dinner

More Info: Details coming soon!

Other Non-GGAHC 2010 Sports Car Events

Including Other Healey Events

Friday, January 1, 2010: Anti-Football Run

Info: Bring your 25+ year old car for a scenic four hour tour. Register by Dec 1 2009 for route notes and sweatshirt with a clever quote on it! Meet at Poggio's at 8:00 am with a 9:00 am departure time, rain or shine. Make your own reservations for the follow on luncheon at Poggio's.

Where: Poggio's, at 777 Bridgeway, Sausalito, CA. at 8:00 am Contact:www.californiamille.com or call 415-479-9940

April 9-11, 2010: CSRG Historic Car Races

Where: Infineon Raceway, Sears Point

Info:Events begin on Friday with a CSRG "Get Into Vintage Racing" Drivers school. This even celebrates 100 years of Alfa Romeo. Get more information at: www.csrgracing.org and www.searspoint.com/

Sunday, April 25, 2010: Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show

Where:Half Moon Bay Airport
All makes, models and years to be shown!

Celebrating 100 years of mechanical ingenuity, power and style, a remarkable showcase of motor vehicles from throughout the 20th and 21st centuries will be on display at the 20th Annual Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show, including the world's largest Zeppelin Airship.

The show will be held at Half Moon Bay Airport on Sunday, April 25, 2010. Hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. To show a car, the registration fee is $30 ($35 for entries postmarked after April 15) which includes a dash plaque and admission for two people. Spectator admission is $20 (adults), $10 (age 11-17 and 65+), and free (age 10 and under). Half Moon Bay Airport is located on Highway 1, 20 miles south of San Francisco and 5 miles north of Highway 92.
PROCEEDS BENEFIT THE COASTSIDE ADULT DAY HEALTH CENTER.

For information and registration forms, call 650-726-2328 and they will send you a registration form or download the entry form.

For info on the show go to www.miramarevents.com/dreammachines/lead.html

Saturday and Sunday, May 1 and 2, 2010: Moss Motors Extravaganza

Where: Buttonwillow Raceway, Buttonwillow, CA.

Info: Sponsored by the Vintage Auto Racing Association, watch or participate in vintage car racing at Buttonwillow Raceway. For directions to the track, visit Buttonwillow Raceway online at www.buttonwillowraceway.com/.

Saturday, May 8, 2010: Estrella War Birds Museum and Automobile Display

Where: Join with a number of GGAHC members as they visit the Estrella War Birds Museum during their open house. Admission will be free.

More Info: Find more about the Estrella War Birds Museum at www.ewarbirds.org/.

Saturday, May 8, 2010: Army JROTC Car Show

Where: East Union High School, Manteca, CA

More Info: This event benefits the East Union High School JROTC program. Registration is $20 in advance, $25 the day of the show. You can download the information and registration form here: Carshowregistration2010

Contact: Karl Knutsen at 209-825-3143

Saturday and Sunday, May 14 - 16, 2010: Rolling Thunder Historic Car Races

Where: Thunderhill Raceway, Willows, CA.

More Info: Check them out online at www.csrgracing.org/

Sunday, May 16, 2010: Friendship Day Car Show

Where: Canada College, Redwood City, CA. This event is sponsored by the Mid Peninsula Old Time Auto Club.

Info: This is the 36th Friendship Day and the 50th Anniversary of the sponsor club. Come out and help them celebrate!

Contact: Bob Moll at 650-851-4944 or check them out online at clubs.hemmings.com/clubsites/mpotac/friendship.html.

May 19 - 23, 2010: California Healey Week

Where: Temecula, CA. This event is sponsored by the Austin Healey Association of Southern California.Check them out online for the latest info at www.austin-healey.org/. Events include a winery tours in Fallbrook and Julian, a Funkhana, Car Show, Tech Sessions and Craft events. Download the event registration form here.

Contact: George McHarris at gmcharris@hotmail.com

Sunday, May 23, 2010: United British Sports Car Club Annual Show

Where: Woodland Fair Grounds

Info: The All British Motorcar Show and Swap Meet is coming soon! Pre-registration closes on May 6th. Registration after May 6th is $35. They have trophy classes for 100-4's and 3000's. Check out their web page and download registration forms at www.ubscc.org.

May 29 - June 6, 2010: British Car Week

More Info: Drive that Healey! Details at www.BritishCarWeek.org.

Saturday and Sunday, June 5 - 6, 2010: Sonoma Historic Motorsports Festival

Where: Infineon Raceway, Sonoma, CA.

More Info: Purchase tickets and get more info at www.infineonraceway.com/tickets/sonoma_historic_motorsports_festival/

Saturday, June 5, 2010: Hayward Field Meet and Car Show

Where: Cal State East Bay in Hayward, CA from 9am to 2 pm.

Contact: Nick Becker at 925-932-7886 or becker2226@astound.net.

Sunday, June 27, 2010: Palo Alto Concours d'Elegance

Where: Stanford University in Palo Alto, CA. Sponsored by the Lions Club.

More Info: Check online at www.paconcours.com

July 9 - 11, 2010: Hot San Jose Nights

Where: San Jose, CA, at the Santa Clara County Fairgrounds. This event includes car shows, a drive-in movie, swap meet and much more.

Info: Early Bird Registration before March 12 is $65 and covers 1 car and 2 people. Get more details at www.hotsanjosenights.com

MONTEREY

Tuesday, August 10, 2010: Concours on the Avenue

Where: Carmel-by-the-Sea

Come and see 175 gorgeous automobiles parked along Carmel's Ocean Blvd. Multi-marques from 1940 to 1973 along with Porsche and Ferrari through 1989 will be displayed. Registration details have not been released.

More Info: www.motorclubevents.com

Thursday, August 12, 2010: Pebble Beach Tour d'Elegance

Concours cars will be featured along the 17-Mile Drive, ending in Carmel where cars can be viewed on Ocean Blvd from 12pm - 2pm.

More Info: www.pebblebeachconcours.net

Friday, August 13, 2010: Pacific Grove Concours Auto Rally

Where: Pacific Grove, CA

Info: The 16th Annual Concours Auto Rally raises money for charitable, non-profit organizations. For more details and registration information, check them out atwww.pgautorally.org

Friday, August 13, 2010: Concorso Italiano

Where: Laguna Seca Golf Ranch in Monterey, CA.

More Info: www.concorso.com

Friday, August 13, 2010: The Quail, A Motorsport Gathering

Where: Quail Lodge in Carmel, CA.

More Info: www.quaillodgeevents.com/pages/thequail.cgi

August 13 - 15, 2010: Monterey Historic Automobile Races

Where: Mazda Raceway Laguna Seca

More Info: www.mazdaraceway.com

Sunday, August 15, 2010: Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance

Where: Pebble Beach Golf Course - the 18th Fairway.

More Info: www.pebblebeachconcours.net

Saturday and Sunday, August 14 & 15, 2010: Bethel Island 50's Bash Car Show

Where: Bethel Island, CA

More Info: Check out their website at: www.bethelisland-chamber.com/50s.html for more details.

TBD, August 2010: REME British and European Car Show

Where: The Fred Stoke Ranch in Sonoma County, near Windsor. Live Jazz music, vendors, BBQ food and wine tasting. Check online for more info at redwoodempiremini.com

More Info: carshow@redwoodempiremini.com

Saturday and Sunday, September 11 - 12, 2010: Brisbane Marina British Car Day

Where: Sierra Point Marina, Brisbane, CA. Saturday Tour and Sunday show.

More Info: Check them out online at www.allcarcentral.com/British_Car_Meet.html; or contact them by calling 310-392-6605 or by email at rfeibusch1@earthlink.net

Sunday, September 12, 2010: Chico Concours d'Elegance

Where: Chico, CA

Info: A day full of music, refreshments, entertainment and beautiful cars at Cutte Creek Country Club. Entry fee is $30 if you register before August 23rd. For more details and the registration form, check them out at www.chicoconcours.com.

Sunday, September 12 2010: Hillsborough Concours d'Elegance

Where: Crystal Springs Golf Course in Hillsborough, CA

More info: www.hillsboroughconcours.org/

Contact: info@hillsboroughconcours.org

Saturday, September 25, 2010: Ironstone Concours d'Elegance

Where: Ironstone Winery, Murphy's, CA

More Info: All stock, non-modified cars are invited to participate in the Ironstone Concours, including original, unrestored and well-maintained vehicles. More information can be found at www.ironstonefoundation.org. Entry Deadline is September 1, 2010. A number of GGAHC members are planning on participating in this event and perhaps touring in the Gold Country on Sunday, Sep 26.