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AAA Miami Valley sponsors Dayton Concours d'Elegance

The 2008 Dayton Concours d'Elegance will be held Sept. 14 from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Carillon Historical Park, 1000 Carillon Blvd., Dayton. The deadline to nominate a car or motorcycle is Aug. 1. The event will feature antique and classic automobiles.

The vehicles of Ford, Lincoln, Mercury and Jaguar are the featured marques for the Concours and will be displayed with other domestic and European cars throughout the 65-acre park.

The weekend will kick off on Saturday afternoon with a driving tour for Concours participants, which will conclude at a local automotive museum.

"We are thrilled that AAA Miami Valley has stepped forward as the presenting sponsor of this year's Dayton Concours d'Elegance," said Dayton History President/CEO Brady Kress. "They are such an appropriate partner for this project, and it highlights their continued service to the greater Dayton region."

"AAA Miami Valley is honored to present the 2008 Dayton Concours d'Elegance" said Raymond M. Keyton, AAA Miami Valley executive vice president. "Our rich automotive heritage dates back to our first president, Charles F. Kettering, and service to the Miami Valley for over 88 years."

Saturday evening's Track Party, open to the public, will be held from 6:30 to 11 p.m. Cost is $65 per person; reservations are required.

The Concours will feature live entertainment by the Classic Jazz Stompers and a variety of local food and beverages. All exhibits at the park will be open. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 3-17, with children younger than 3 free. A commemorative program is included with admission.

All proceeds from the event will benefit Dayton History, Montgomery County's official historical organization. Comprising Carillon Historical Park, the Archive Center, Kettering-Moraine Museum and the Patterson Homestead, Dayton History brings the past to life to understand the present and inspire the future by collecting, preserving, interpreting, presenting and promoting the region's past.

For more information regarding nominating an automobile or motorcycle, go online to www.daytonconcours.com or contact Mike Edgerton, (937) 866-2222; autoedge@sbcglobal.net.

Olds club hosts July 19 show

The Gem City Rockets Chapter of the Oldsmobile Club of America will host an open car/truck show at Quaker Steak & Lube, 3725 Presidential Drive, Beavercreek, on July 19. Registration will be from 10 a.m. to noon and will cost $10. Judging will be from 12:30 til 3:30 p.m. with awards at 4. Dash plaques will go to the first 75 vehicles. Trophies will be awarded to the top 25 plus manager's and participants' choice.

For information, call Jim at (937) 748-0117 or Ron Forsee at (937) 436-2116. Participants will receive a 15 percent discount on food orders.

Scooters roll on July 19

The Gem City Rollers, Dayton's only organized club for owners of new and vintage Vespa, Stella, Lambretta, Piaggio, Aprilia, Buddy, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki and other motor scooters and step-through two-wheelers, will have its fourth cruise-in of 2008 at the National City 2nd Street Public Market, 600 E. Second St. at Webster, Dayton, on July 19.

Scooter owners and riders are invited to meet with club members from 10 a.m. to noon and participate in a club ride, weather permitting. For club information, go online to gemcityrollersscooterclub.com.

Clark County Fair includes motorsports

July 19-25 at Clark County Fairgrounds, 4401 S. Charleston Pike. Daily admission $5 (children under 6 are permitted free). Daily parking $2. Ride tickets $1 per ticket or all-day ride wristband for $15. Kid's day ride wristband for $12.

- 2008 American Motosports Motocross Championship. 7 p.m. July 20-21.

- Gas and Diesel Truck Pull. 7 p.m. July 19, $5, pit passes $10.

- Truck Tug-O-War. 7 p.m. July 24 $5, reserve pickup parking $25.

Springfield poker run is July 20

A poker run sponsored by Dan & Dee's Cedar Pub will be held July 20 starting at the Social Club, 210 W. Main St., Springfield. First bike is out at 11 a.m.; last bike out at

1 p.m. Proceeds will benefit annual Christmas party at Dan & Dee's for Mueller Center residents. Call (937) 328-5139.

Charity poker run benefits trust

A motorcycle poker run sponsored by www.guylerbuick.com will be held July 26 at Guyler Buick Pontiac GMC, 3456 S. Dixie Hwy., Franklin, to benefit the James Robert Martin Special Needs Trust. Martin is a local 4-year-old with cerebral palsy who needs special home therapy equipment. Registration is at 10 a.m. and costs $20 per bike. It includes a free T-shirt to the first 75 bikes and a pig roast after the ride. The first bike goes out at 11 a.m. The event includes a raffle for a

60-inch 1080p HD TV and a 50/50 drawing. For information, call Josh Rothwell at (513) 424-1881 or go online to www.guylerbuick.com.

Hillside Church to hold Muscle/Classic Car Show July 26

The 4th annual Muscle/Classic Car Show will be held July 26 from 6:30 to 9 p.m. at Hillside Avenue Church of God, 2021 Hillside Ave., Springfield. The event includes trophies, prizes, gifts, games and food. Call (937) 325-5553 or register vehicle at the gate for $10. First prize is a $50 gas card. Bring a chair and join in a game of corn hole or hillbilly golf.

54th annual Antique and Classic Car Parade is July 26

The Antique and Classic Car Club of Butler County will hold its 54th annual Antique and Classic Car Parade on July 26. The parade will be a finale event of the week-long Model T Club of America Centennial Celebration in Richmond, Ind. Starting at 8 a.m., cars will be registered, judged and on exhibit at the Hamilton West Shopping Center, Main Street and Brookwood Avenue. The parade will start at 1 p.m., touring Fairfield where there will be a one-hour stopover and viewing before continuing on to downtown Hamilton. A jazz band will provide entertainment on the lawn of the Butler County Courthouse, followed by trophy awards: three per class in 67 classes. For information, go online to www.antiquecars.org.

PT Cruiser BUS holds July events

The Springfield Chrysler PT Cruiser BUS (Bellefontaine, Urbana, Springfield) groups will present gatherings in Springfield, Yellow Springs and other Ohio locations.

- July 19-20: Young's Jersey Dairy PT Cruiser and HHR Car Show, 6880 Springfield-Xenia Road, Yellow Springs.

- July 26: Lunch at Mic's Italian Restaurant, 2384 Mechanicsburg Road, Springfield, noon. Host is Diane Davis.

Events are open to all Chrysler PT owners and enthusiasts. For information, go online to www.ptcruiserbus.com or e-mail Mike Peirano at peiranom@aol.com or call (937) 399-2479 or (937) 360-1551.

Cruise the 'Burg continues

The Miamisburg Merchants Association is sponsoring its second Cruise the 'Burg cruise night on Main Street at Market Square (enter at Ferry and Main streets) from 4 to 9 p.m. July 26. Cars and trucks are welcome, but bicycles, skateboards and pets are not. Free entertainment from Elvis, the Key of E will be offered from 5 to 8 p.m. Call (937) 672-1919 for information. Remaining 2008 dates include Aug. 23 — MC Services Mobile DJ; and Sept. 27 — The Fries.

Porsches 2 Oxford expects nearly 300 German sports cars

Uptown Oxford streets will host about 300 Porsches July 26 during "Porsches 2 Oxford" from 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. It is free to the public. A Sunday driving rally through Hueston Woods State Park also is planned. Members of Mid-Ohio Region's Porsche Club of America serve as hosts for this event. Charitable giving will benefit the Cincinnati chapter of the American Cancer Society.

This year's featured event sponsors are Tacoma, Wash.-based Griot's Garage car-care products, Rocky River-based Autobahn Extremist and Beechmont Porsche of Cincinnati.

More than $3,000 in door prizes will be given away on Saturday along with top-35 People's Choice and special category trophies. A 50/50 raffle will benefit the local chapter of the American Cancer Society in honor of Marylynn Roe, event cofounder, who lost her battle with cancer in 2006.

For information, go online to www.porsches2oxford.com.

24th British Car Day is Aug. 2

Aug. 2 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. will mark the 24th annual British Car Day in Dayton, the largest all British show in the Midwest.

More than 350 cars will converge at Eastwood MetroPark, 1385 Harshman Road. The Austin-Healey Sprite will be the featured auto this year, in honor of its 50th anniversary. Entrants will compete for participant choice awards in 37 classes. In addition, the Ranger's Choice, Royal Air Force Award, Longest Drive and Best of Show presented by the British Museum of Transportation will be awarded.

While the cars are displayed on the showfield, there will be vendors with parts and memorabilia, a full-service concession stand and more than 100 door prizes for entrants.

Dash plaques are guaranteed for the first 325 entries. Day-of-show registration is open until noon and is also $15 per car. Spectators are admitted free.

The MG Car Club-SW Ohio Centre, Miami Valley Triumphs and Five Rivers MetroParks present the show.

For information, call (937) 293-2819, send an e-mail to bcd2008info@aol.com or go to www.miamivalleytriumphs.org/bcd2008/bcd2008reg.

Irish Club starts show

The Irish Club of Dayton will be holding its first annual Car, Truck and Bike show Aug. 9. Registration will be from noon to 2 p.m. Awards will be given out at 5 p.m. Entry fee will be $15 which will include a chicken dinner that will be served at 4 p.m. The Irish Club is located at 6555 Dog Leg Road, Butler Twp. Music will be provided by Rockin' Rodney. All proceeds go to breast cancer research.

Blue Star Mothers ride is Aug. 9

Rolling Thunder Inc., Chapter 11, Ohio will present a motorcycle ride to support Blue Star Mothers, which supports our troops, on Aug. 9 (rain date is Aug. 16). Signup starts at 11 a.m. and costs $10 per person. Bikes go out at 1 p.m.

The ride will be hosted by Two Bob's Inn, located at the intersection of state Route 4 and Miamisburg-Soldiers Home Road (5996 Germantown Rd, Miamisburg).

All money raised will be presented to the Dayton-area Chapter 3 of Blue Star Mothers. They will use the funds to send comfort packages to troops. For information, go online to www.bluestarmothersdayton.com. Call (937) 361-8463.

Hot Summer Nights Cruise-in is Aug. 9

A Hot Summer Nights Cruise-in, hosted by Top of Ohio Cruisers, will be held at 5 p.m. Aug. 9 in downtown Bellefontaine. Call (937) 592-9002.

E-Rider car show comes to Englewood Aug. 10

The sixth annual Cruis'n with E-Rider Car, Truck and Bike Show and PinStripers Auction is Aug. 10 at Centennial Park, 205 Union Road, Englewood. The event will take place during Englewood's annul arts fair. There will be vendors, live music and a disk jockey.

National and local pinstripers will be on hand to showcase their talent and hold an auction to benefit Children's Hospital of Dayton.

Registration is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., with awards at 4 p.m. For more information. call (937) 837-2897 or visit www.myspace.com/cruisenwith.

Swap meet is Aug. 24

Walneck's Motorcycle Swap Meet will be from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Aug. 24 at Clark County Fairgrounds, 4401 S. Charleston Pike, Springfield. Call (937) 323-3090.

Riverside Community Festival Car and Bike Show is Aug. 24

The Riverside Community Festival Car and Bike Show will be held Aug. 24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration cost $10 per vehicle. The event will include top 40 trophies for cars and trucks and top 20 plaques for bikes and specialty awards. The show, hosted by New Image Customs, will be located at Shellabarger Park (enter on Torlage Drive off Burkhardt Road). For information, call Doug Anderson Jr. at (937) 270-7014, e-mail newimagecustoms@woh.rr.com or go online to www.myspace.com/carshowinfo.

Initial cruise-in is Aug. 30

An initial cruise-in sponsored by www.guylerbuick.com will be held Aug. 30.

Show benefiting A Special Wish Foundation is Sept. 7

Jokers Car Club and Sam's Club are presenting a benefit car and truck show for A Special Wish Foundation Inc. on Sept. 7 in the Sam's Club parking lot on Miller Lane, Butler Twp. The show starts at 9 a.m. and runs until 5 p.m. Registration costs $10 per vehicle; spectators are free.

The event will include top 75 vehicle trophies, awards for best car and best truck, door prizes and a disk jockey. For information, call Eric at (937) 264-3306 or 305-4163.

Waffle House cruise-in is Sept. 13 in Middletown

A cruise-in is set for 4 to 8 p.m. Sept. 13 at the Waffle House near Interstate 75 Exit 32 in Middletown. There will be dash plaques, door prizes, a DJ and a 50-50 raffle. Cruise-in attendees will receive 10 percent off their Waffle House order. For more information, call (513) 422-4766.

Xenia Professional Firefighters Car Show is Sept. 13

The Xenia Professional Firefighters Car Show will be held Sept. 13 at Central Middle School, 425 Edison Blvd., Xenia, with parking at Benner Field House. Registration runs from 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and costs $10 per vehicle. The event will include dash plaques, class trophies, specialty trophies and door prizes. Call Spencer Robb at (937) 376-9518 or e-mail him at redfordcoupe@yahoo.com.

American Legion Post 286 hosts open cruise-in Fridays at 5

American Legion Post 286 at 2251 N. Dayton-Lakeview Road, New Carlisle, will host a cruise-in for hot rods, street rods, tuners, trucks, muscle cars, early iron and motorcycles from 5 to 10 p.m. Fridays through the summer season. Open to the public, the event will include food and beverages for sale, a covered patio, horse shoe pits, cornhole toss, pool tables and DJ "Purple Flames."

West Milton cruise-in continues

Jim's Dairy Bar and Ohio Cruisers host Thursday night cruise-ins from 5 p.m. until dark. The Dairy Bar is located on state Route 48. The events include music, food, ice cream, door and food prizes and a 50/50 drawing. There is plenty of parking; bring a chair.

Cruise-in continues in Huber Heights on Tuesday evenings

A weekly cruise-in is being held Tuesdays starting at 5 p.m. at Marble Slab Creamery, Waynetowne Plaza, 7805 Waynetowne Blvd., Huber Heights. All rodders receive $1 off any ice cream purchase. For information, call Scott Stewart at

(937) 237-5665.

Kmart cruise-in revs up

The Friday night cruise-in at Kmart (across from The Greene in Beavercreek) continues every Friday from 5 p.m. until sunset through the end of October. The cruise-in is co-sponsored jointly by the Greene County Antique and Classic Car Club and the Miami Valley Chapter of National Corvette Restorers Society. For information, contact

www.greenecountyantiqueandclassiccarclub.com or www.ncrs.org/mvc.

AARP Driver Safety Program sets course dates

The AARP Driver Safety Program, designed especially for drivers age 50 and over, is holding classes. The course covers aging and the driving environment and how to develop defensive driving habits. Attendees learn about left-hand turns and right-of-way situations (the two major causes of crashes involving seniors) from course materials, trained instructors and videos. Some insurance companies give a multi-year discount upon completion of this course. Pre-registration is requested. Call the telephone number for the class you wish to attend and verify the time and date. There is a $10 per person fee. Call (937) 299-1376 for an updated schedule or further information.

- Monday, July 21 and Tuesday, July 22, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Lathrem Senior Center, 2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering. Call (937) 296-2480.

- Thursday, July 24 and Friday, July 25, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Yellow Springs Senior Center, 227 Xenia Ave., Yellow Springs. Call Corinne Pelzl at (937) 767-5751.

- Thursday, Aug. 28 and Friday, Aug. 29, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., VA Medical Center, 4100 W. Third St., Dayton. Call Marcia Brownlee at (937) 262-3376.

- Tuesday, Sept. 9 and Wednesday, Sept. 10, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Samaritan North Hospital, 9600 N. Main St., Dayton. Call Carefinders at (866) 608-3463.

- Thursday, Sept. 11 and Friday, Sept. 12, 12:30 to 4:30 p.m., Kettering Medical Center Years Ahead Program, 3535 Southern Blvd. Din. Room No. 1, Kettering. Call Brenda Ralston at (937) 384-4884.

- Monday, Sept. 22 and Tuesday, Sept. 23, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Fairborn Senior Center, 325 N. Third St., Fairborn. Call Amy Barringer at (937) 878-4141.

- Tuesday, Oct. 7 and Wednesday, Oct. 8, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Hithergreen Senior Center, 5900 Hithergreen Drive, Centerville. Call Cynthia Fraley at (937) 435-2415.

- Thursday, Oct. 9 and Friday, Oct. 10, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Beavercreek Lofino Senior Center, 3868 Dayton-Xenia Road, Beavercreek. Call Krissi Fedkow at (937) 426-6166.

- Thursday, Oct. 23 and Friday, Oct. 24, 1 to 5 p.m., Lathrem Senior Center, 2900 Glengarry Drive, Kettering. Call (937) 296-2480.

- Monday, Oct. 27 and Tuesday, Oct. 28, 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., Greene Memorial Hospital – Herman N. Menapace Bldg., 1141 N. Monroe St., Xenia. Call Linda Richardson at (937) 352-2193.

Classes are being conducted in these areas, too:

- Hamilton: call Linda Mancel at (513) 867-1998 Ext. 349.

- Middletown: call David Voyles at (513) 423-1734.

- Wilmington: call Sue Caplinger at (937) 655-2157.

Moler Raceway Park schedules 3 DARF dates

The members of the Dayton Auto Racing Fan Club (DARF) have been invited by Moler Raceway Park promoters Kevin and Kim Moler to visit their quarter-mile dirt track on three occasions in 2008.

The facility, which opened this year, has scheduled April 26, June 21 and Aug. 23 as DARF nights during which DARF members will receive half-price admission to the grandstand.

For up-to-date information on Moler Raceway Park, go online to www.molerracewaypark.com or contact the track.

A 12-month DARF membership includes Moler Raceway Park and a number of other tracks where members are admitted free or at reduced admission. Membership for the 2008 season is $15 for a single or $20 per couple. Send a check to DARF, PO Box 641, Dayton OH 45401 or contact membership secretary Linda Berry at (937) 698-2237.

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