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Festival Dash Plaques If you didn't get one, or would like one, or an extra one... please see me at Towershoppes. I have plenty of extras! -Scott |
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Dave Weber (webhead) Comments: Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays/Holydays to all of our South Florida car lovers. May peace and happiness be with all of us. Remember our troops and their families this Holy season. Pray for a quick and safe return for all of them. Remember our departed family and friends and their families this season. Merry Christmas & Happy New Year ! webhead Name:
LENNY SUSI Comments: WAS AT THE FESTIVAL SHOW LAST WEEKEND FOR THE FIRST TIME. IT WAS INCREDIBLE, MY SON AND GRANDSON LOVED IT. WILL BE THERE AGAIN. ARE YOU GOING TO POST ANY OF THE PICTURES OF THE SHOW? WE PURCHASED A COUPLE OF MY CAR.. THANKS LENNY SUSI
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We had a great time that day, we not only got the first price at raffle, we also got a free dinner at a Spanish restaurant and we got 2 full page article on the local paper for our shop specialized in Pontiac Trans Ams
www.transamflorida.com can't wait for the next show, Thumbs up for Scott! Name:
Fred Comments: Hi guys, I'm just planing a trip through Florida , from December 25 th 2008' until January 7th, 2009'- are there dates of evening cruises or events/ show and shine that you can propose me? Will appreciate your help? Thank you in advance. Check out... www.CruisinSouthFlorida.com Name:
Dave Weber "Webhead"
Comments:
Scott,
I just had to tell you about this one. Yesterday I spoke with Mr. Barry Maguair from Meguair's products. Yep, the man himself. I mentioned your website to him and he said he would check it out. I also mentioned the Festival Car Show this weekend and how we are expecting 800 vehicles or entrants, he was impressed with the total cars for a car show down here. Cool or what. Just wanted to share this with you, wow, the President of Meguair's Products on the phone with little old me.
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LETTERS FROM THE MAILBAG!
Date:
Thu, 18 Dec 2008 The Pep
Boys Cruisin’ Series on Las Olas was a huge success Wednesday night.
Cars were lined up an hour early to get into the event. In the
first half hour we registered 100 vehicles. By nights end there
were classic cars stretched 4 city blocks on both sides of Las Olas.
Pep Boys entered the enthusiast community in South Florida in a big
way that night. Event participants were thrilled when they received
PEP BOYS "Cruisin’ Series" tee shirts, don’t touch magnets, sample
Mequiars products, stickers, vintage posters and had an opportunity
to win prizes. Many were asking when the next Pep Boys series event
was scheduled so they don’t miss it. Next "Cruisin Series" events: January 10 - Ocean’s 11 on Hollywood Beach, and return to Las Olas - January 14. Date: Thu, 18 Dec 2008 Last night, I invited a group of visitors to Ft. Lauderdale to join me at "Classics on Las Olas" classic car show on Las Olas Boulevard. I was pleased to see that Russ Gagliano of Russ G Events Classic Cars, local classic car restorer and car show promoter, was there. Russ had acquired the sponsorship of Pep Boys who helped expand the show which is planned to be a monthly event. The long lines of gorgeous, gleaming cars parked along both sides of Las Olas gave the street a festive and exciting mood and many “cruisers” were out to drool over these works of motor art and enjoy the “excuse” for a stroll on the Boulevard. A final count of 125 classics were in attendance. Music by "Cruisin’ South Florida" and several radio stations who added their own activity booths added more entertainment and excitement. Thank goodness, for with much of west Las Olas closed, awaiting re-construction, the street has been rather sad-looking and quiet these days.
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Myself with South Florida legend Mr. Peterson at S.Miami Harley
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Thanksgiving message
During this Thanksgiving Holiday we pause to give thanks and count our many blessings. I have been very blessed this past year by my Wife's renewed health, and by all of you, for your continued friendship and support at my events. May I wish you and yours a Blessed Thanksgiving ! -Russ G |
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HARLEY CRUISE TO THE KEYS! |
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Nov 23: What a GREAT ride we had to Key Largo! The weather could not have been any nicer! Our little "car" group of riders consisted of 6 bikes, myself and Diane, Jack, Russ G, Chris, Bill (from Time Bandits), and ACE our gracious host. We were invited to join the Miami HOG chapter run, with close to 50 bikes total on a cruise thru the Gables, "Old" Cutler Ridge, and back country roads thru Homestead to our final lunch destination in Key Largo. Photos coming soon... A BIG HUGE THANKS TO ACE at Peterson's Harley of N.Miami for a GREAT DAY!! |
PHOTO OF THE WEEK!
Russ "Old School" Gagliano Nov.23 Key Largo Run!
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Doral
2nd Annual Car & Truck Show! |
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Nov 16, 2008: It was an ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS day Sunday, for the "2nd Annual Car & Truck Show" in Doral. We had a nice turnout of spectators and about 70 great show vehicles from Dade and Broward Counties. In addition to the awesome cars, we were treated to some excellent "live" entertainment throughout the day on a large show stage.
Starting off the show was the very
talented 4 piece jazz, rhythm & blues b For me, it was a busy jam packed day mixing live music at the stage, which didn't leave me any time to get out and walk around, or take pictures. But not to worry, that is where Clem Flanagan stepped up and volunteered his own talent to go out and get some nice photos with my camera. Thank you Clem! 2008 Photos If you missed it this year, be sure to make plans to come to the 3rd annual show in 2009. Hats off to Jumpin Jack, along with the City of Doral, for super car show and a jumpin' event! |
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Latest Guest Book Post |
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Name: JJ Comments: Scott,
I want to share a site with your forum.
This site represents Dover Drag Strip located in Wingdale, New York. I know we've got a few folks from the northeast down here that must have frequented that track. Long since closed; it refuses to die! The Dover Old Farts Club community is constantly adding pictures and stories to the forums on the site. Check it out, even if you were never there. Blessings, JJ |
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK!
Photo taken at "Pines Pontiac Annual B.O.P. Show"
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Last known photo of John (center with friends) taken Sun, Oct 12, 2008 at Elks Car Show
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In Memory of: John Lindstedt John drove the Green '57 Chevy with the blower on it, passed away on Saturday, Oct 25, 2008, from a heart attack. John loved life, and will be sadly missed by his family and many friends, and this car community. Take care John! |
John at the car shows with his 57 Chevy (click any photo to enlarge)
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Name: Scott L Argow Location: Breathless Performance Products Web: www.BreathlessPerformanceCorvettes.com Email: scott@breathlessperformancecorvettes.com Date: 10/30/2008 Comments: Scott can you please post that we will be hosting an open free show with awards and complimentary food and beverages on Saturday November 29th 2008 10am - 3pm |
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Comments: Scott, Great job at the BOP Show! It takes a lot of talent to do two shows at once. I appreciate the pictures you took of my car. Thanks, Dan |
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Name: greg santoro Location: parkland,fl. Vehicle: 1969 chevelle ss Email: gsantoro@bellsouth Date: 10/23/2008 Comments: Hi everyone, sure do enjoy all the car shows I have attended the past 2 years, but would like to see us chart out some driving routes and have a nice group of ''classics'' cruising down the roads of south florida. after all our rides are meant to be driven!! would love to see a caravan type of event scheduled at least twice a year. anybody have any thoughts? caio/greg |
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Cruise Night: October 15, 2008
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20TH
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4TH ANNUAL P.B.S.O. CAR & TRUCK SHOW! Sun, Oct 12, 2008 - North Palm Beach: What a GREAT show! Despite the hot and sunny weather, over 300 show vehicles attended this first class event! The show was sponsored by the "Palm Beach Sheriff's Office", and they did an superb job! Our host was the incredible "Cars of Dreams" museum! Words can't describe this amazing collection of some of the world's finest and rare cars, displayed in a most wonderful setting! It was truly breathtaking! South Florida's finest street classic's rolled in steady all day, to this annual event. I saw a lot of familiar faces from Broward County that came up to show support as well. The show included top in class trophies, as well as an incredible 1st prize brand new 2008 car raffle giveaway, and 2nd prize a 42" large screen TV. Tens of thousands of dollars were raised or donated for the PBSO charities. It was my pleasure to be part of this years wonderful event! A great job by all! Watch for the photos to be available soon! |
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CONGRATULATIONS! 'Breathless Performance Corvette Club' - WINS -
"Best of Show
with 25 cars
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Name: Bob and ArlyneLocation: Coconut Creek Fl Vehicle: 88&92 Mustangs Show: Tijuana Taxi on 8/24/2008 Date: 08/29/2008 Comments: Thank for your help at Rich's Party. We got him Good. Now we have to be on the look out!!!! He is going to get us back someday. All we heard the rest of the night was I am going to get you two...Also thanks to everyone who came out and had fun with us. Thanks again Bob & Arlyne Miller (RockinRichs-Roadies) Bob & Arlyne, it was a nice party with a great turnout! You guys did such a GREAT job throwing together this "surprise" party...Rich is fortunate to have such devoted friends! Although Rich hates being in the spotlight, he certainly deserves it once in a while! I will post the photos "soon"... |
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Name: Jason Miller Location: Fort Lauderdale Comments: Scott, Awesome coverage of the show! Great to have a website with photos to keep up to date on what's going on in the car show world. When you get a chance, check out www.christianrodders.org specifically the Hot Rod Camp tab. We are organizing a camp for Florida next year! I will send you a video so you can see last year's camp and conference building a pickup and this year two 32 roadsters (one old school and one modern) which debuted at Columbus - Goodguys. See you Sunday! Jason, it was a real pleasure to meet you, and REALLY GREAT talking with you at the show! I particularly look forward to seeing more from your great group, the 'Christian Rodders & Racers Assoc'. It's great to be able to mix your faith with such a good hobby. I encourage anyone interested to click the website, learn more, and maybe even become involved! God Bless! |
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It was a nice celebration last Saturday evening at the "Movie / Cruise Night" in downtown Ft. Lauderdale!
We honored Russ as he
enjoyed the
"BIG 65" with all his car
friends an Russ, we thank you for all that you do, and for your hard work and dedication to our car show community! Happy Birthday Russ! |
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MOVIE / CRUISE NIGHT! Despite possible pending weather, it turned out to be a clear and beautiful night watching the movie under the stars! We enjoyed a cruise night with friends, watched old car trailer clips, and shared Russ's birthday celebration. Thanks to all for coming out and for your support. Brought to you by: "Russ G Events" |
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4TH ANNUAL
DEERFIELD BEACH AUG 17, 2008 |
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Tattoo Car Show Comments: |
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Name: Alicia, Robert and Chris, Deerfield Bch. FloridaVehicle: 70 Big Bad Green Donohue Javelin SST Email: bubbasun@bellsouth.net Date: 08/17/2008 Show: 2008 Tattoo Expo Car Show Comments: My kids and my self have been out of the loop lately due to the economy. We attended the 4th annual open car show at the South Florida Tattoo Expo today (Sun.) Scott you did one heck of a job keeping the music going and keeping everyone cool on such a hot day. lol. Steve Schwartz you put on another great show and I commend you both. I just want to say to everyone and including the participants who brought out all their beautiful cars your such a great bunch of people and have a great family going. You guys and gals are such a class act. Alot of you we haven't met but associate your face with your car. We try to go to as many as we can. And after being out of the loop for awhile we can see what were missing. It stands out. Great Fun, Great people. You guys and gals stand alone to none. Having fun with great people and helping charities it doesn't get any better than that. Alicia Robert Chris |
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GREAT NEWS! NEW CAR SHOW FORUM! |
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Sept 15: EXCITING NEWS! CruisinSouthFlorida.com now has an ALL NEW South Florida car show Forum! This new forum has been in the works for some time now, but I have finally decided to announce it's arrival. It is a very simple forum to use, and is being offered to our local South Florida car community as a place to chat with your car friends about local shows, issues, and your cars! In addition to local chat, there is a "garage" where people can swap "technical" ideas and help, and a basement where you can chat about non-car related stuff. Even more great news... there will also be a place where you can list car parts and "cars for sale" too! This will be available for "private" use only, and will be available FREE! As stated. this forum is being offered for "private use" only! No business ad's, spam, or listing's whatsoever! This website and forum are "privately owned", and operation of it is at my discretion. You will need to register with a valid email address. The forum will be "moderated" by myself and others, and the general rules need to be understood and followed. Courtesy and respect to each other will be of the utmost importance! Forum Rules & Guidelines (Please Read!) It has become too much work to keep up with comment book posts, so this should serve as an outlet for car people to share their thoughts, opinions, and chat with their friends in "real time" on this website. Since I am offering a place to sell cars too, I will no longer be posting new ads on the "cars for sale section" of this website.
Adjustments and changes to the forum will be made
along the way, as needed too. The forum is not very complex, and
the software has some technical issues, so there may be an upgrade or
change needed later. You can read about the issues and see some
important info here...Forum
Issues My BIGGEST hope is that we will all be polite and respectful to each other, and this will be fun, and a "cool place" to hang with our car buds! You can email me if you have any ideas or issues...or just share them on the forum. It is also my hope that this new forum will serve as another enhancement to this website, and to our great hobby...CARS! Check out the new forum here...Forum Take care...and have a GREAT weekend! See you at the show Sunday! -Scott |
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WORLD Pembroke PINES aUG. 3, 2008
Hosted by:
Over 150 cars at today's event. It was hot and sunny, and it was a great show! |
| Show comments from Dave Weber: Attended the "World Ford Cars of The World Show" Sunday. 150+ cars ventured out in the sun and heat to participate in the 1st ever show at World Ford. There must have been 60 Mustangs and 60 Corvettes there. If only we had a dragstrip close by !!!!!! Scott wowed us again with his magical tunes, reminding us all of our younger days. I have to say a special note of thanks to the people at Breathless Performance. They invited me to join their group without hesitation, not like the other [ ] clubs that only told me not to park with their clubs cars. Thank you to Scott and Mickey from BP, you so inspired me that I joined your club. Even my friend with a Mustang was impressed on how your club treated both of us. Thank you again. |
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Name: Scott L Argow,
Website: www.BreathlessPerformanceCorvettes.com Date: 08/12/2008 Comments: On August 3rd, 2008 I attended my first show as Club President of Breathless Performance Corvette Club and let me say that it was AWESOME! The comradery was great, the music was invigorating, and being there on-site, was a must see event that couldn’t be matched. Scott the Music Man made sure we left completely entertained! Our host Russ G was most thoughtful to our needs. My advice to all is looking on the upcoming show lists, find out when they are going to be and attend them. Every weekend hundreds of car lovers pull their prized possessions out of the garage and head to parking lots from dusk till dawn rain or shine, 52-weeks a year, this loose-knit community comes together to celebrate cars. Show your passion and excitement that so many in Southern Florida have for vintage/exotic/performance cars. |
NOTICE: August 30 Movie Night "choice submission" deadline: August 15
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Movie
downtown July 26, 2008
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MOVIE CRUISE NIGHT...A HUGE SUCCESS! |
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Location: FT. Lauderdale Vehicle: 1951 Merk Kustom Email: merklvr@msn.com Date: 07/28/2008 Comments: Thanks ! to all of you who attended our first Movie/Cruise Night. Over 75 cars parked in Huizenga Plaza, under star studded clear skies to see "Ghostbusters" (1984)... The city's choice of Movie....not mine. Cars in attendance ranged from street rods to Ferrari's to Cobra's to T-Birds to Muscle Cars to Packard's and a......Duesenberg !! Several Car Clubs were well represented including the FT. Lauderdale Region AACA, Starlight Cruisers, Mercury Club of South Florida, plus a dormant Club that is now back on the scene, the Pharaohs. A new Corvette Club, the Breathless Performance Corvette Club, under the direction of it's President Scott Argow, were very well represented. The "Drive In" Movie is 75 years old this month. The first drive in was located in Camden, NJ I am honored to have been a part of this memorable History in America. A special Thank You! to our own "Scott the MusicMan" for playing the Music we all love, and for the use of his large sound system for the Movie. Movie/Cruise Night was sponsored by Auto Nation, the Downtown Development Authority, and FLIFF (FT. Lauderdale International Film Festival) Also, special thanks to "Papa Ougots" our food vendor, not only did he have delicious Strombolis, Chicken Wings, Burgers and Hot Dogs, but at the end of the evening graciously donated all the left over food to the needy and homeless......... Next Movie/Cruise Night: Saturday August 30, 2008 Flier Update: Due to the overwhelming success of our first Movie/Cruise Night, our Sponsor Auto Nation, has informed me that I may choose the Movie selection for our August 30th Movie/Cruise Night. I am asking those that were in attendance, or anyone else..........what Movie you would like to be shown that evening. Submission deadline: August 15 Contact me: Russ G merklvr@msn.com at let me know your selection.....The Movie with the most interest will be shown. Thanks! Russ G
NOTICE: Movie choice submission deadline:
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NEW
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"Tijuana Taxi Co Sunday Night Cruise" Coral Springs
Location: 901 N. University Dr, at WEST entrance of the Coral Square Mall |
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OCEANS ELEVEN
Saturday Night
HOLLYWOOD BEACH "A Russ G Event" |
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14 Year Old is Awarded Antique Car to Restore! |
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Headline: 6/22/08 Pembroke Pines
14 year
old student Frank Vitetta of Pembroke Pines was awarded a 1931 Ford
Model A Victoria automobile to restore by the two National Model A
Ford clubs, MARC and MAFCA with assistance of the International Model
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Hello South Florida! by: DJ Scott |
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Mon, July 7, 2008: GREETINGS FROM SANIBEL ISLAND! Well... here I am again writing you from another mini-getaway vacation. I am currently on beautiful "Sanibel Island" at the west coast of Florida spending some "alone time" with Mrs. DJ Dee while the kids are away for the summer. It is day #3 for us, and it has been very nice. We have enjoyed the island life, dining, and incredible beaches from Ft. Meyers Beach, and Sanibel to Captiva. This was our first time here.
LOCAL SOUTH FLORIDA NEWS: Friday, July 4th, we enjoyed our 1st annual show at "Lauderdale By The Sea"! It was a beautiful day full of parades, patriotic spirit, and all the festivities. There were street vendors, BBQ, kiddie rides, and a BIG tent that featured live entertainment by the band "Tucan Blue". The city came out in full style to show off for one of our favorite holidays. The weather was great, and the parking lot and street were packed full to capacity with show cars. It was an excellent first show! The 50" Plasma HDTV raffle was won by Jim Bauer in the Silver 2-seater Speedster. He was more than happy to have to make special arrangements to get his incredible winning prize home. The show was brought to you by: "Russ G Events".
I head back to Ft. Lauderdale later sometime today. As you can see... I haven't had too much extra spare time, but I hope to be able to finally get caught up on photos in the next week or so. As I get close to posting them...I will let you know. Take care all...see you at the next show! -DJ Scott |
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Name:
Jim Bauer
Guestbook Comments The 4th of July Show at Lauderdale-by-the Sea that Russ G ran was FUN for all. Family kids and car nuts. Not only was there Great Music (Me and Molly McGee) but Russ managed to feed and clothe us (free t-shirts), sand sculptures and a beautiful beach setting. Just wanted to say thanks to Russ, and you Scott for a super fun day. Also wanted to thank Steve Sutherland for driving home in his '40 Chevy, picking up his SUV coming back to help me bring home the 50" Plasma TV I won at the Raffle. Russ keep the good shows coming. Jim |
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Hello South Florida! by: DJ Scott |
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June 24: Hello South Florida! I just got back from another out of town weekend getaway...a family weekend get together in Gainesville. We did some boating, skiing, and swimming on the Suwannee River...and just enjoyed a few days of relaxation with family and friends. I have received several emails & comments regarding photos for the "Festival Spring Show"... and I'd like to answer you ALL at the same time... YES... I will be posting the Festival Show photos as soon as I can get them done. It is taking some time to go through over 700+ photos...selecting, editing, and posting...but they are being worked on and I will post them next. The little "spare time" I have lately has been spent on getting caught up on chores around the house when I'm not away...or spending my little free time with the family. I usually find time to do photos at my day job, but lately they are making me work too!
Thursday, July 3, it will be our annual "Miami Springs" event, a FREE cruise night which will feature live entertainment by Johnny DeRose doing his "Tribute To Elvis". It's an open show and a family event, and there will be awards for best decorated vehicles as well as a Flat Panel TV raffle giveaway. The show surrounds the Gazebo in the park on the Circle, and is brought to you by Jumpin Jack. Friday, July 4th, we will have our 1st "Lauderdale By The Sea" Beach Blast Celebration car show on A1A at the beach. This will be a street festival featuring a parade, vendors, food, awards, raffle giveaways, live entertainment, and of course, South Florida's GREATEST classic cars and show vehicles. This "open" show is brought to you by "Russ G Events".
Sunday, July 13, will be
the opening night of a brand new cruise
spot, the "Tijuana Taxi
Co" in Coral Springs. This
FREE cruise night will run from 5pm-8pm
every Sunday night featuri There are some new shows, and old ones too coming in August...check them out here...Events. It's going to be a "hot one" this summer for sure!! Well, that's it for now...take care...see you soon! -DJ "Scott The Music Man" |
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