Posts tagged car show
Wheels of Italy 2009
Jul 22nd
We are pleased to announce our 6th consecutive year of participation and sponsorship of the annual Wheels of Italy car show. This is the premier Italian car show in the upper Midwest, drawing well over 250 Italian cars, motorcycles, and scooters to the shores of Lake Calhoun, in Minneapolis.
This show is 100% free to show or attend – if you like cars even a little bit – you owe it to yourself to come down and check out this show.
August 23rd 2009, from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. No pre-registration required – but spots are strictly first-come first-served. Map to the Lake Calhoun Executive Center, 3033 Excelsior Blvd, Minneapolis, MN.
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Cars and Cafe July Video
Jul 22nd
Well, after some time off, Matt Desmond has returned to shoot the videos for Cars & Cafe. If you’ve seen any of his videos, you know they are top-notch, and really set our C&C event apart from anything else being done.
Remember you can pickup a copy of the 2008 Cars & Cafe videos in full HD quality, hifi sound quality, and some special bonus materials over at Matt Desmond’s site: www.middlepathproductions.com.
Cars & Cafe 2009
Apr 29th
Cars & Cafe 2009 promises to be even bigger than 2008. By the end of the year we had over 300 cars in attendance, and even more spectators. This year is still being graciously hosted by the AutoMotorPlex Minneaplis until we outgrow their spacious campus.
Here’s video from October 2008, the final event of last year:
And here’s a map to the AutoMotorPlex Minneapolis:
The event is from 8am – 11am, and is always free – even the coffee!
E-mail mark (dot) potter (at) morries.com if you’d like to join my events mailing list – including Cars & Cafe updates, invitations to our F1 parties, car shows, and other events.
Cars & Cafe DVD now available!
Mar 12th
Matt Desmond has finally released the DVD for the 2008 Minneapolis Cars & Cafe season. These are the videos that were posted to YouTube & Vimeo, in their full-screen, unsuperdupercompressed video and audio presentations.
There is also a special surprise if you click the image of our dealership in the bonus materials section.
Pick up your limited edition copy here: http://www.middlepathproductions.com
The next Cars & Cafe is April 4th, 2009!
Cars & Coffee – New Location Recap
Sep 23rd
As I mentioned previously Cars & Coffee is now at the MotorPlex in Chanhassen. As we found out last month, this new location is going to be a great spot moving forward. Matt posted up this great video from last month’s gathering:
Here is a map to 8200 Audubon Road, Chanhassen 55317:
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For more information on the Auto MotorPlex: www.automotorplex.com
Wayzata Rotary and The Minneapolis Club Car Show
Sep 2nd
Sunday, September 7th, 2008 (rain or shine)
Time: 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Admission Price: $15 per car. Spectators are FREE!
This show will feature vintage, classic, custom, foreign and specialty cars on display. Proceeds from the event will benefit local and international humanitarian projects.
The Auto Show is held in conjunction with James J Hill Days, a family festival featuring art, music, food, kids’ carnival, parade and other fun events on the shores of beautiful Lake Minnetonka.
Cars & Coffee – New Location
Sep 2nd
Our monthly gathering of automotive enthusiasts is moving! Last month’s show was so successful it was clear the Caribou parking lots were not going to be sufficient. So this month we move to the MotorPlex in Chanhassen.
Here is a map to 8200 Audubon Road, Chanhassen 55317:
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For more information on the Auto MotorPlex: www.automotorplex.com
Upcoming Events
Apr 20th
Sunday April 23rd, from 1pm – 4pm at the Landmark Center in St Paul is Urban Expedition: Italy! We will have a few Maseratis on display, and it promises to be an educational and fun time.
http://www.landmarkcenter.org/ for more information
Wednesday June 14th, is the 24th annual wine tasting charity event, hosted by Campiello. This is a great event that has raised about $200,000 for the 8 neighborhoods of uptown. There will be some cars on display, plenty of wine and appetizers, and its for a great cause. More information coming soon.
Sunday June 18th, is the 3rd Annual Grille and Shine Car Show at Hazeltine National Golf Club. There will be a variety of vehicles on display, including some Maseratis, with Top 10, Peoples’ Choice, and Best of Show prizes to be given away. This event is open to the public, with a portion of fees donated to the CAP agency food shelf.
http://www.hngc.com/ for more information