Steve Moskowitz Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 The staff and friends of AACA's new building are putting on a one day event for all kinds of cars. It is meant to be a welcome to the community type of event and is free to everyone. It is not a AACA car show but a community celebration day. As such, we are opening it up to all kinds of vehicles and hope that we can expose them to what we do here at AACA. Everyone will get a magazine and get a chance to tour the facility. Please feel free to join us. It is just a way to share our property (and the October show field) with the public. It is a day we can educate people on what we stand for and we are sure that "no animals will be harmed" in allowing this one day event to deviate from our mission. We have room for at least a 1,000 cars so join us for a fun day. 15 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted June 24, 2022 Author Share Posted June 24, 2022 CarMania 2022 FAQ When: Sunday, July 24, 2022 Time: 8:00 AM to 2:30 PM Where: AACA National Headquarters, 800 W. Hersheypark Drive, Hershey, PA (park in field behind building, enter from Hockersville Rd) Cost: FREE! FREE! FREE! Vehicles Eligible: ANY! Antiques, hot rods, customs, rat rods, sports cars, etc. Awards: No judging BUT three very high-end awards to be chosen for car owners by Wayne Carini, host of Chasing Classic Cars; Chris Ritter, AACA Library Director; and Steve Moskowitz, AACA CEO. Awards presented at 2 PM. Food: Free coffee and donuts. Food trucks and ice cream stand for later in the day at your expense. Activities: Pinewood Derby: “Run what you brung!” Bring your own, use ours, challenge your friends, wager on the side. No rules except to have fun! All day activity. Racing Simulators: We will have four racing simulators so you can test your racing skills! Sit in a race seat and watch the big screens! Challenge your friends! All day activity. Wayne Carini: Wayne and his sidekick Ralph Marano are expected here for the day. As always, Wayne will be happy to take pictures, sign autographs and may be bringing his books for sale. Pinstriping Demo: Hot Rod Jen will have a display of her art and will do some pinstriping. Some lucky audience member may get to try their hand at striping a car as well! 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM Seminar: In our library, the “Wonderful World of Wild and Wacky Cars” will be presented by Chris Ritter, Library Director. Cool video presentation of early nutty cars. 11:00 AM-12:00 PM Seminar: Automotive artist Dan Reed will have his works on display and have an informal seminar about how his paintings evolve. 1:00 PM Ride in an Old Car: Throughout the day, we plan to offer rides in a vintage car or truck. More details on this soon. Tour Our Building: AACA’s new building will be open for tours. See the magnificent collection of cars, memorabilia, artwork and the world’s largest automotive library. All day event. Free Magazines: A free issue of the award-winning Antique Automobile magazine will be given to all participants. Kids Area: Plans are underway for various activities for youth from video games to coloring. MORE INFORMATION WILL BE ADDED AS WE FIRM UP OUR PLANS. PLEASE JOIN US FOR A FUN DAY AND HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! 12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Terry Bond Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 FAAANTASTIC!!! I can remember talking about this concept a long time ago-an AACA "open house" where everyone is welcome and we can show what we do and how we enjoy old cars. Wish we were closer. Anxious to see the greatest cruise in ever! Terry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
motoringicons Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 Looks like a great event!!! If I didn't live states away, I would be there. Enjoy! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted June 24, 2022 Author Share Posted June 24, 2022 Bill you can have a honeymoon anytime! Seriously, congratulations and we definitely plan on this being our annual community appreciation event. 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenie Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 Sounds like fun. Maybe I can sneak over to my green field spaces and dream about October! 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAKerry Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 Steve, I think this is great news! Only thing to worry about now is what to bring, the Trans Am, the wifes mustang for fuel economy or my motorcycle that could use a pinstripe job, LOL. 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 You will get a large showing. And you will influence others by displaying what the AACA stands for. Long drive for me. We expect pictures to be posted. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pkhammer Posted June 24, 2022 Share Posted June 24, 2022 This sounds like a great time and I wish I could attend. Helping my older brother move into his new home that weekend. 😟 There will be some grumbling I'm sure but the exposure to the AACA will be a positive thing I think. 👍 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1937hd45 Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Standard 10x20 flea market spots? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted June 25, 2022 Author Share Posted June 25, 2022 No flea market spaces Bob....just a fun day. No room for a lot of vendors and not trying to bring back Hershey in the Spring. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAKerry Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Never met Wayne Carini, but he is one of the few 'car guys' I like to watch on tv. He does indeed seem like a down to earth, good guy. Hope I can get there and at least say Hi! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted June 25, 2022 Author Share Posted June 25, 2022 He is a GREAT guy....what you see is what you get. Very down to earth and is always good with people. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocketraider Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 20 hours ago, Xander Wildeisen said: We expect pictures to be posted. And coverage in Antique Automobile!😃 There'll be enough original and restored to original vehicles to get a good spread and possibly a feature article. The modified stuff can be photo backgrounds. We can only hope fuel prices won't affect turnout. They sure make me try to do as much as I can in a trip! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lump Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Sounds like a great idea to me. We folks who love cool cars need to promote and support the entire spectrum of the car hobby every chance we get...especially these days. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
avgwarhawk Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Great idea! Count me in. See you there in my 54 Special. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BobinVirginia Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 42 minutes ago, lump said: Sounds like a great idea to me. We folks who love cool cars need to promote and support the entire spectrum of the car hobby every chance we get...especially these days. Well said. I’ve learned it only takes one encounter with one good person to open up another genre of the hobby you didn’t know about. Good Stuff 👍🏻👍🏻 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xander Wildeisen Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 Cars can bring people together. Unless everyone is responding to a for sale ad.😂 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tcslr Posted June 25, 2022 Share Posted June 25, 2022 I think this is a wonderful idea. We need to 'reach across the aisle'. There is plenty of room under the tent for all. AACA is all about cars - certainly antique and important cars ( race, etc) - and while I PREFER antique..... Well done. 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldsmobile 83 Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 Sounds like a fantastic idea to recruit new members. Thanks, Tim 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John348 Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 (edited) I going to see some guys from my VCCA region tomorrow maybe we will give it go, head out on Saturday, have a few cocktails, head home early and try to get to the GW before the rush. I don't know about taking a car, Edited June 26, 2022 by John348 (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marty Roth Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 Too far for us to attend, but this is a GREAT IDEA !! Hoping it goes well - 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt G Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 (edited) This seems to be a "AACA Forums" in person gathering!! . I won't be able to make this but wish all well and it is an outstanding opportunity to showcase the car club that caters to all collectors. I hope the two fellows mentioned that will be there appreciate the opportunity it presents for them to be seen in person as it will no doubt promote their shows on the tv screen. A grand idea that will benefit many and all attending with the spirit of the preservation of automotive history . I sincerely wish all who use this forum, look at it every day for entertainment and knowledge but do not belong to AACA step up and do the right thing! Join AACA! Edited June 26, 2022 by Walt G (see edit history) 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
car crazy Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 1 hour ago, Walt G said: This seems to be a "AACA Forums" in person gathering!! . I won't be able to make this but wish all well and it is an outstanding opportunity to showcase the car club that caters to all collectors. I hope the two fellows mentioned that will be there appreciate the opportunity it presents for them to be seen in person as it will no doubt promote their shows on the tv screen. A grand idea that will benefit many and all attending with the spirit of the preservation of automotive history . I sincerely wish all who use this forum, look at it every for entertainment and knowledge but do not belong to AACA step up and do the right thing! Join AACA! Walt, hope you are doing and feeling better. I remember your recent post that you were undergoing surgery, so hope all is well. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt G Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 Thank you so much, doing ok. (don't want to stray from this topic! ) I am coping with the very limited use of my left shoulder and arm while healing. It lets me know instantly if I am misbehaving with great acclaim. I have taken a dozen steps back from any activity , had to, not happy with that at all as the weather is now clear and warm and dry. But I have to comply with a 12 page Don't Do list or will be in trouble . Thanks for asking. 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john hess Posted June 26, 2022 Share Posted June 26, 2022 I'll be there.. sounds like a great annual show,,, cars only... no yard sale tents.!! 53 pontiac, just getting used to being in public again after 46 years.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted June 27, 2022 Author Share Posted June 27, 2022 Thanks for all the support everyone! This is shaping up to be a great event! We are adding more fun things to do during the day so you have options. Stay with your car and enjoy talking to people or take advantage of all the activities that will be going on during the day. You will still have time to go to Chocolate World or go to Hersheypark. Lots going on in town that day as well. We are really looking forward to hosting a large crowd here. Now to figure out how many donuts to order!! 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Walt G Posted June 27, 2022 Share Posted June 27, 2022 Sincere thanks to all at AACA HQ and members in the area that are working so hard, putting in the time to make this a really happy day for all. If you do attend take the few minutes of time to say THANK YOU to all who are there working that day to let everyone else have a great time. It is your club at work, some creative thinking on behalf of the club and the staff to promote the preservation and APPRECIATION of vehicle history. Do not let the recognition of this effort fall by the wayside for all the people spending so much time to make all of this work . 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary56 Posted June 28, 2022 Share Posted June 28, 2022 (edited) I would like to make to the event but because of time and lack of funds I will not be able to be there. It would have been nice for everyone to see my 1929 graham paige after I got it rebuildt. Edited July 17, 2022 by Gary56 Miss spelling (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Restorer32 Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 If the cricks don't rise we plan on attending. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reicholzheimer Posted June 29, 2022 Share Posted June 29, 2022 No Judging, No Fee's and No Trophy's. Sounds like a great show! Wish I was closer. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robert Street Posted July 4, 2022 Share Posted July 4, 2022 I am thinking about being there with a car but will have to trailer it. Trailer staging and parking? John if you bring the 60 I’ll bring the 61! Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted July 4, 2022 Author Share Posted July 4, 2022 Robert, we will accommodate a trailer for you, just please give me some advanced notice. I have a few already coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
34CR12 Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 I'll have to catch the YouTube video. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John348 Posted July 7, 2022 Share Posted July 7, 2022 (edited) On 7/4/2022 at 4:24 PM, Robert Street said: I am thinking about being there with a car but will have to trailer it. Trailer staging and parking? John if you bring the 60 I’ll bring the 61! Robert I would love to do it, but I 'm having a few health issues involving my mobility so I am not going to take a chance and take it down, as Clint Eastwood said in one of the Dirty Harry movies " A man has to know his limitations" If I have a problem with the trailer it could be a real big problem for me, so......... I still planning on coming down for the day as a spectator and spending the night most likely Sunday just avoid all the traffic going to and over GW bridge However I am going to be taking my 54 Belair down to the Virginia Festival of the Wheel to display in August. Edited July 7, 2022 by John348 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldschoolantiqueauto Posted July 10, 2022 Share Posted July 10, 2022 (edited) On 6/24/2022 at 12:42 PM, Bills Auto Works said: I think this is a GREAT Idea & anyone who has a problem with it should "take the stick out of his backside" This is something I would very much enjoy attending, unfortunately I would not be home from my honeymoon in time. While my future wife would not have a problem with attending it, as she loves the cars & shows, we have already booked our room, etc for said honeymoon! I also think this would be great as an annual thing! God Bless Bill https://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/threads/nationwide-single-car-transport-hauling-open-or-enclosed.614419/ What a great place to spend your honeymoon, think about it. A way to spend quality time with the two loves of your life, together all at the same time... Edited July 10, 2022 by Oldschoolantiqueauto (see edit history) 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted July 12, 2022 Author Share Posted July 12, 2022 Our event keeps getting better and better. Should be a terrific crowd and more activities to join in on if you wish. Wayne Carini is bringing a famous movie star car that the younger enthusiasts in the crowd will eat up. From the "Fast & Furious" movies. We believe a very early Fiat race car will join us among many other great cars. The local street rod club has us on their calendar and it will be nice for a chance to meet in fellowship and love of cars. Maybe some of the folks will get a renewed sense of appreciation for our cars and vice versus. Maybe we can even get them to join AACA! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TAKerry Posted July 12, 2022 Share Posted July 12, 2022 I just got the email hit this morning. I figure I better get there early if I want a parking spot! 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve Moskowitz Posted July 12, 2022 Author Share Posted July 12, 2022 There are about 1,000 parking spots but only about 400 donuts so yes, get here early. Not sure if the hot rodders can live without donuts but know AACA members cannot! 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
John_S_in_Penna Posted July 12, 2022 Share Posted July 12, 2022 This would be an excellent show to make an annual event. It would certainly make AACA more visible, and car fans from a few states away would look forward to it every year. If so, please move it to a SATURDAY. I'll never be able to attend on a Sunday, due to conflicts. Car shows aren't my first priority that day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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