On the grounds of the. NEIGHBORHOOD SOCIAL CLUB 4168 State Route 162 Pontoon Beach, Illinois

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1 On the grounds of the NEIGHBORHOOD SOCIAL CLUB 4168 State Route 162 Pontoon Beach, Illinois

2 Our show is a reflection of automotive history, a walk down memory lane for some, a look into the future for others. THEN includes the hot rods, classics, muscle cars, resto-rods, vintage cars and trucks, restored and tricked out trucks, customs, kit cars, and lowriders that were instrumental in building our hobby. and NOW includes today s daily drivers, which will become a part of the future of our hobby. If it rolls on 4 wheels, you re liable to see it here, Old and New Chargers, Mustangs, Challengers, Impalas, Thunderbirds, and Chrysler 300s, Tricked out S-10s, vintage Plymouths, Desotos, Packards, AMCs, Oldsmobiles, Buicks, and Studebakers A Corvette here and there, maybe a Delorean, Cadillacs, Fairlanes, Comets, Vipers, a few GTOs, Monte Carlos, Lincolns, Gran Prixs, pickups and van from the 50s, 60s and 70s, a couple of Cougars, Barracudas, Chrysler letter cars, El Caminos, Galaxies, Dusters, Darts, Novas, Chevelles, And of course no show would be complete without a handful of 55, 56, and 57 Chevys. Our show is not about winning an award or trophy. Although we will be awarding 9 trophies to Charger owners, our show is about the comradery our hobby develops. The awards we will be presenting are in recognition of your many hours of dedication to mechanical and sheet metal restoration, those late night hours out in the garage, those busted knuckles, those long waits for parts and paint, those deals that were made with guys in your groups, those many times you asked yourself, Is this all worth it? Why did I decide to do this? They are presented as an acknowledgement from your peers for a job well done. Our hobby develops a comradery unlike any other. We develop friends, get to know each other s family, watch kids grow up. I wanted our show to build on that base, hoping you ll make this show part of your family s summer vacation plans, visit some of our national tourist attractions, invite your club members to join, share the joys and frustrations we all encounter, make some new friends, renew old acquaintances. We have plenty of room available for displaying cars, trucks, and vans, setting up vendor displays, individual canopies, club or group tents, parking for campers or motorhomes, a swap meet area and a car corral area.

3 To ensure a smooth and orderly process, please follow these guidelines. We will make every effort to meet your needs, but we do need your cooperation. 1. If you are going to share a 10 x 10 or 10 x 12 canopy with someone, make sure you arrive together to expedite parking. 2. We have room for a club or group hospitality tent. Reserve space before the event. me at apparelplus@charter.net, provide the name of your group, who will be responsible for set up, take down and clean up in and around the tent during the event, the size space you need, how many members of your group or club you expect and when you would like to set the tent up. 3. If your want to park a camper or motorhome, please provide your name and cell phone # if you ll have one with you, and what day you expect to arrive. You may exit and reenter as often as you need to, however you must park in the space provided in case we have to contact you. (emergency, etc.) 4. Space is assigned on a first come, first served basis Chargers will have a reserved area on the grounds to park in. 6. If your club or group intends to bar-b-que at any time during the event, please ensure you provide trash bags and that your members throw their trash in them and not on the ground, likewise with coals, don t throw them on the ground. If you don t know where the dumpster is, ask and someone will point it out for you. 7. If you bring a pet, keep it on a leash and clean up after it. No exceptions. The Village has a Leash Law and does enforce it. No one wants to step in your pets dodo because of your laziness. Be respectful of others. 8. The Club will allow everyone to use the inside facilities. Please remember, you are their guest, act appropriately, respect their property and do not do anything that will cause an embarrassment to you, your family or your club. 9. The hotel/motel parking lots will not be used as a swap meet area. If you made a deal with someone to buy, sell or trade parts before the event that is fine, but do not think you will be allowed to sit on the lot all day hoping to sell something. 10. No FOR SALE signs will be permitted to be displayed on the vehicles during the show. The Car Corral is the appropriate place for that Sunday AM> /50 tickets will be sold all day Friday to participants and during the Birthday Party and the Mixer. We will draw the winner at approximately 8:15PM. You must be present to win. We will draw until we have a winner. 12. We will not be providing Security on the Club grounds or at the hotels. We have asked the Police Department to be highly visible during your stay. 13. The cruises scheduled for Thursday and Saturday evenings are to 2 different locations. The cost of meals and beverages you order at either location is not included in your registration fees. 14. Everyone that pre-registers will receive 1 or 2 event t-shirts, depending on how you register. Just you, 1 t-shirt, you and your better half (whoever that may be), 2 t-shirts. Shirts are white, have an imprint on the left front chest and full back and are available in sizes adult small to 5XL. Be sure you include your sizes on your registration. 15. Registrations on Friday or Saturday will be $15.00 each day, and no t-shirts are included.

4 We will be awarding trophies( shown above) in 9 categories. All entered Chargers are eligible for an award. Your fellow owners will be casting the votes all day Friday. Categories are: Favorite Original Favorite Restored Favorite Engine Compartment Favorite Trunk Area Favorite Interior Favorite Undercarriage Favorite Exterior Favorite Display Best of Show The 45 th Anniversary logo will be imprinted on the circle portion at the top and the category will be engraved on the bottom I ve put together a small one page ballot with some hints on what I thought you should consider in each area as you look at the cars, talk to the owners, and cast your ballot. The trophies will be presented Sunday AM. Thursday evening we will cruise to a local Culver s for burgers and fries.

5 Friday evening we will host the Birthday Party in the Hall at the Club. It will be a catered dinner from one of our very best caterers for you and your guest(s) only. We must have 40 people scheduled to attend or we will have to consider another choice. I must require advanced registrations for you and your guests and payment NO LATER THAN 5PM, May 1, Registrations are $17.50 per person. The Dinner will include: 2 entrees: your choice of either Fried Chicken or Herb Roast Porkloin with Apples 3 sides: Mashed Potatoes and Gravy, Baked Ragatoni and Country Green Beans Fresh salad w/dressing Fresh Bread Birthday Cake Coffee or Tea 2 drinks from the bar per person: Beer, wine or soda A DJ will be on hand throughout the Party and the Mixer. The caterer I have selected in very well known in this area for their Fried Chicken and their service. I think you all will enjoy the food, no matter which entrée you select. I must call and meet with them to contract the dinner. I will be doing this on May 2 nd. Once I have signed the contract, there are no refunds and no one can be added. Therefore, no reservations will be taken the day of the event or sold at the door. If youmust cancel, sorry, no refunds. I will post a message to remind everyone of the deadline as it nears so we avoid the I didn t know excuse, like we had at the 40 th. At or around 7:15/7:30, we will open the doors for the Mixer. There is no cost for the Mixer. It is an excellent time to renew old friendships, meet new friends, talk shop, etc., etc.,etc.. There will be a Cash Bar available. We will pull the 50/50 winner at 8:15. You must be present to win. We will draw until we have a winner. Saturday morning we will meet for breakfast at the Flying J Truck Stop, then line up for escort to the Club grounds at/around 8:30AM. I have asked the Police to supply a Charger as the escort vehicle. Saturday night we will cruise to one of the local casino s for Dinner. The one I picked has 5 choices for an evening meal, 2 lounges and an array of table games and slots. (Missouri does not have a loss limit, nor do they require a players card.) We ll stay until around 9:30/10PM, have the Casino announce we are getting ready to leave and cruise back to the hotels/motels. Sunday morning we will present the awards beginning at/around 10AM. We ll be done by Noon. The pages that follow provide you a Schedule, information on the hotels/motels, dining facilities, service station, tourist attractions, registration forms. Please read them carefully, provide the information requested, include your fees and mail them to me before May 1, We are planning on everyone having a good time and hope you are here to enjoy it with us. If you have any questions, need more information or assistance, call me at or me at apparelplus@charter.net

6 SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES Wednesday, June 8: the grounds will be available from 10AM to 5PM to those who have reserved space for campers or motorhomes, club or group tents, and for vendors to set up. Thursday, June 9: DO WHAT YOU WANT TO DO DAY I have purposely set this day aside for you to do what you want to do: sightsee at one or more of our tourist attractions, hang around the hotel/motel and rest up from your trip, take a dip in the pool, wash your car, finish that parts deal, make any repairs needed, just hang out. If your pre-registered, come visit us at our canopy by the Denny s and pick up your event t-shirts. 6PM: we will line up on Regency Drive for the cruise to Culver s for burgers and fries. Friday, June 10 th : Breakfast at Denny s 8AM: grounds open to vendors 8:30AM: grounds open to participants (66-67 Charger owners will be guided to their reserved parking area). 9:00AM: grounds open to spectators, Charger owners begin voting for trophies to be presented. 4PM: Charger owners turn in ballots 5PM: Grounds close to everyone. 6PM: The Birthday Party begins for Charger owners and guests only. 7:15/7:30PM: door open for the Mixer. 10:30/11PM: Say goodnight Gracie. Saturday, June 11: Breakfast at the Flying J Truck Stop 8:00AM: grounds open to vendors, Swap Meet Vendors and other participants 8:30AM: grounds open to spectators line up for escort to the grounds. Escort should only take about 5 or 10 minutes. 5PM: Grounds close to everone. 6:00PM: Line up on Regency Drive for cruise to River City Casino for dinner. 10PM: Cruise back to hotel/motels

7 Sunday, June 12: You re on your own for breakfast 8:00AM: Car Corral area opens for placement of vehicles 9:00AM: Car Corral area opens to interested buyers. 10AM: Presentation of trophies begins, will include a few short words from the winners, and the Mayor 12PM: You don t gotta go home, but you gotta get out of here.

8 LODGING AND DINING FACILITIES AVAILABLE IN THE VILLAGE All the hotels listed are minutes off Interstate 270. Most everything is located adjacent or very close to each other as you ll see when you arrive. These 3 hotels/motels are located within walking distance of each other, the Denny s, the Village Hall and the Police Department. Sleep Inn & Suites; 4 Regency Drive; Phone , rates start at $79.00 Super 8; 4141 Timberlake Drive; Phone , rates start at $50.99 Holiday Inn Express & Suites: Highway 111; Phone ; rates start at $ This hotel/motel is located just North of the above 3 and the Denny s. You could walk to the others and Denny s if needed. Days Inn & Suites; Highway 111; Phone ; rates start at $72.99 This hotel/motel is located North of the exit at I-270 and Highway 111. Magnuson Camelot Hotel; 1240 E. Chain of Rocks Road, Phone , rates start at $59.95 Please check with each for handicap rooms if needed, smoking in the rooms, whether pets are allowed. The dining facilities are limited, but the ones I am familiar with have very good food. The Flying J Truck Plaza The Hen House Restaurant (across the street from the Flying J) MacDonald s Taco Bell La Mexicana Restaurant Denny s Uncle Lenny s There is also a Mobil gas station and convenience store located on Highway 111 just North of the first 4 motels. If the above hotels/motels are full I suggest you check with hotels just east of the Village off I-270: Hampton Inn & Suites; 5723 Heritage Crossing Drive; Glen Carbon IL Phone The Comfort Inn; 3080 S. State Route 157; Edwardsville, IL Phone

9 TOURIST ATTRACTIONS THAT MAY BE OF INTEREST Most of these attractions are a short drive from the Village by the Interstates. Do a Google search for hours of operation and any admission fees. The Arch Cahokia Mounds State Historic Site The Old Cathedral The Old Courthouse Busch Stadium Anheuser-Busch Brewery The St. Louis Science Center, the St. Louis Zoo, the St. Louis Art Museum, and Forest Park are all located adjacent to each other Grant s Farm The Fox Theatre The Municipal (Muny outdoor) Opera Scott Joplin House The world s largest catsup bottle in Collinsville Lock and Dam 27 and Museum The Lewis and Clark Tower and Museum Several hours south is Metropolis, the home of Superman We have 3 dirt tracks in the area that run on Friday and Saturday nights, by the time you guys get here, Gateway International Raceway will have closed, we have additional casino s and many other tourist sites if you re not interested in any of the above.

10 REGISTRATION (Please type or print legibly. Read this form first, then complete it. Provide the information requested, attach your check or money order (payable in US funds only) and mail to APPAREL PLUS; P.O. Box 1071; Granite City, IL NAME; Address: City, State, Zip Code: Home Phone: Cell Phone: address: Club or group represented: Make Model Year Color Original or restored? Year Purchased Year Completed Pre-registration for the Show, Cruises, The Birthday Party and the Mixer 1 adult, no vehicle, no event t-shirt: N/C 1 adult, 1 vehicle, 1 adult t-shirt, Size :$ adults, 1 vehicle, 2 adult t-shirts, Sizes $ adults, no vehicle, 2 adult t-shirts, Sizes $25.00 additional adult each: $ Sizes: Reservations for the Birthday $17.50 each = $ Total your fees here:$ There is no charge for these activities, we just need to know how many people we can tell our hosts to expect. people for the Thursday night cruise people for the Saturday night cruise I release APPAREL PLUS, John Culiberk, THE NEIGHBORHOOD SOCIAL CLUB, the VILLAGE OF PONTOON BEACH IL, any club, group or individual affiliated with the event, of any responsibility for any injury, accident, and/or theft that may occur to me, my guest(s), my vehicle and/or property. I assume responsibility for all persons entering with me. Anyone under the age of 18 must have a parent or legal guardian sign this release. Signature: Date:

11 SWAP MEET AND CAR CORRAL REGISTRATION There will be a separate area for each. The Swap Meet will be Saturday only, 9AM to 5PM. The Car Corral will be Sunday only, 9AM to 5PM. We have structured these 2 portions of the event for your convenience. 1. Typically most of the desirable items are sold the first day, the 2 nd and 3 rd days are bargain hunters looking to make a deal they can resell later on Ebay or?? If you can t buy or sell a vehicle in 3 hours, you either don t want to sell very bad or buy very bad. Spaces are $25.00 each. No spaces will be sold the day of the event. No event t-shirts are included in the registration fees. Swap Meet spaces are 20 wide x 40 long. Your transportation vehicle and merchandise must fit into this space. Name: Address City, State, Zip Code Home Phone address: Swap Meet $25.00 each Car Corral $25.00 each Make your check or money order payable (in US funds only) to: APPAREL PLUS Mail to: APPAREL PLUS P.O. Box 1071 Granite City, IL 62040

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