Southeast Colorado Antique Vehicle Club Announces Cruise Night and Summer Car Shows at May Meeting

Description: The local car club met May 5 to discuss upcoming events, including Cruise Night on May 23, the June 2 hamburger fry at La Junta City Park, summer car shows, parades and plans for future youth car maintenance workshops.

Minutes of the May 5 Meeting

President Wayne Potter called the meeting to order. 26 members were present. He led us in the Pledge of Allegiance and prayer was offered by Karen Menges.

Old Business

Wayne will reschedule the trip to the Vehicle Vault in Parker. Plan A is for August 22 - Plan B - August 29.

The car show and parade in Las Animas for Santa Fe Trail Days was well attended. Thanks go to Missy and Doug Ricken for the work they did on that day.

Due to a scheduling conflict the Cruise night has been moved from May 16 to May 23. Meet at La Junta City Park at 7:00 p.m. in your cruise car.

A reminder - Manzanola car show is May 9. May 16 is Lamar Days Car Show. June 6 is the Tri County "Cruising into Summer" car Show. Other reminders - July 18, Missouri Days Parade, Fowler; July 25, Crowley County parade and McMillan Car Show, Ordway; August 1, Early Settlers Day Parade; August 14, Arkansas Fair Parade, line up on Washington Street in Rocky Ford; August 14-15, Lamar downtown days.

Terry Menges reminded us of the Great Race for the 100th anniversary of Route 66. Many other events have been scheduled. On May 30 in Tulsa OK, the longest parade for old cars is scheduled. The route is 5 1/2 miles long and will last 2 to 3 hours. Vehicles must be 30 years old or older. There is a $25 entry fee.

June 2 is the hamburger fry in the park. Elaine and Richard Wittman are furnishing hamburgers and hot dogs. The treasurer brings buns and drinks. Rethabel and James are bringing condiments. Others bring a side dish or dessert. 6:30 in the LJ City Park at the 14th Street Gazebo.

The Inspiration Field car show is scheduled for Saturday, June 20. The Car show begins at 3:00 p.m. and judging by motorcyclists at 4:00 p.m. Free Dinner will follow and live music will be on hand.

Rocky Mountain Nationals Car Show will be in Pueblo on June 26-28. On July 17, Salida will host an International and Scout Car Show at the Chaffee County Fair Grounds.

July 7 is the club's Ice Cream Social in the park. James volunteered to bring homemade ice cream.

New Business

Greg reported that Casa del Sol invited members and their old cars to a men's barbecue. Dates have not been set yet, so watch your texts for more info.

It was suggested that at our car show we have workshops to teach young people how to maintain their car. Examples: oil changes, battery cleaning and changing, testing antifreeze, and tire changing among others.

Entertainment and Treats

Jimmie Martinez set up a derby car racetrack and regaled us with races. He also spoke of how to make the cars and some history of the Scouts and races. He is hoping to set up the track at the September car show and wants everyone to make a car. Terry has wood blocks and will donate them to whoever wants to build a car. Vicki then served us ice cream with brownies shaped like race cars.

Meeting Adjourned.

Judy Walgren, Secretary

The next meeting will be at La Junta City Park at 6:30 p.m. Bring a side dish for the hamburger fry. Hope to see you all there.

2026 Dues are Due! If you can't pay in person at the next meeting, please mail your check for $20 to: Carol Allen, P.O. Box 64, Sugar City, CO 81076.

Don't forget Cruise Night, Saturday, May 23, 2026. We meet at the La Junta City Park at 7:00 p.m. and ride to Rocky Ford Sonic. Saddle Up, Everybody!

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