28th Annual Medford Cruise

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June 8-16, 2012
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JUNE
2013
8-16
28TH ANNUAL
28th Annual Medford Cruise
what is the
Medford Cruise?
In 1985, local car enthusiasts had what they thought was
a simple idea — get all the car clubs together and cruise
downtown Medford. As it turns out, it wasn’t quite so
simple. Permits were required, a detailed “cruise plan” had
to be laid out, streets needed to be blocked off with rented
signs, street clean up would be required and many more
details needed to be addressed.
Luckily, the wheels kept turning, and the first Medford
Cruise happened. And it was quite the happening event
with an impressive community response. The Medford
Cruise quickly grew to such a large undertaking that the
Medford Cruise Association (MCA) was formed to manage
it. Today, the MCA board continues to be made up of local
business people who are dedicated to putting on a stellar
community event.
In its 27 years, the Medford Cruise has grown to include
events appealing to all ages and drawing participation and
spectators from all over the region. Featuring more than
a dozen free or inexpensive events, the Medford Cruise is
truly not-to-be-missed on the car cruise circuit.
And though it’s advanced to include drag racing, drift
car driving, poker runs, all-model car show and shines,
concerts, karaoke contests, Shelby Cobra time trials, and
more, it’s still wrapped around one simple idea of cruising
downtown Medford.
A charitable event as well, the Medford Cruise benefits
youth programs throughout Southern Oregon. In 27 years,
it has raised more than $322,000 for charitable causes
within the community such as Kids Unlimited, the Boys
& Girls Clubs of the Rogue Valley and the Medford Parks
Foundation Partnership with the Greater Medford Rotary.
WHAT
• 28th Annual Medford Cruise
• Events include: Drift Event; Hot Rod & All Makes/Year Show
’N Shine; Chevy & All Makes/Year Show ’N Shine; Sports
Car & Open Show ’N Shine; Ford & All Makes/Year Show ’N
Shine; Mopar & All Makes/Year Show ’N Shine; Concert in
the Park featuring The Lovin’ Spoonful and The Duquanes
of Santa Barbara; Stoplight Drags - 1972 & Older Cars, and
Any Year/Make/Model Division; Poker Run/Winery tour;
Shelby Cobra Time Trials; 1972 & Older Show ’N Shine;
Downtown 1972 & Older Medford Cruise; Movie in the Park:
Grease; Sunday Unlimited Show ’N Shine
WHEN
• June 8-16, 2013
WHERE
• Locations throughout Medford and Jackson County,
including: downtown, Hawthorne Park, Punky’s Diner, South
Medford Grange Co-op, Rogue Federal Credit Union, Carrera
Motors in Medford; Champion Raceway and the Kart Track
at the Jackson County Sports Park, and wineries throughout
the County
WHY
• To provide free or inexpensive, family-friendly events for
Southern Oregon and beyond
• To bring the community together for good old-fashioned fun
• To show off some beautiful automobiles
• To raise money to help local youth organizations
HOW
• The Medford Cruise is made possible through thousands
of volunteer hours by members of the Medford Cruise
Association, as well as generous sponsors, the City of
Medford, and community participation
what's new
Welcome to the 28th annual Medford Cruise celebration
The Medford Cruise Association is so proud to present
our 28th Annual Cruise – over a week full of familyfriendly, free, or inexpensive events. Every year seems to
have a unique personality with new or different events,
new sponsors, and new generations of car enthusiasts.
What’s new in 2013?
On Friday in Hawthorne Park, I’m especially proud to
announce our 2013 Concert in the Park, which will
feature a pair of exciting bands playing outdoors in
Hawthorne Park. Opening at 7 p.m. will be The Duquanes
of Santa Barbara, of which I’m a member (rhythm
guitar). But the highlight of the concert will be The Lovin’
Spoonful, quintessential 60s recording artists who
perform at 9 p.m. under the stars. With hits such as
“Do You Believe in Magic,” “Daydream,” “You Didn’t Have
to be So Nice,” “Nashville Cats,” and “Summer in the
City” it’s no wonder they were inducted into the Rock and
Roll Hall of Fame in 2000!
Saturday’s Movie in the Park in Hawthorne Park will be
a special “drive-in movie” experience with Grease—the
classic 50’s movie starring John Travolta and Olivia
Newton-John. You can bring a blanket and enjoy the
movie on the lawn, or bring your car into the park and
watch it like we used to!
This year we’re continuing our successful daily show
’n shines at different sponsor locations. Each night,
Monday through Friday, we’re featuring a separate event
that highlights different kinds of cars – including hot
rods, sports cars, Chevys, Fords, and Mopar. Prizes will
be awarded, so come out and vote!
We’re also adding to our Stoplight Drags event. This
year, in addition to our Friday event featuring 1972 and
older classics, we’re adding a Saturday drag for any year,
any make or model.
Though we’ve grown and changed each year, one thing
that stays the same is our commitment to bringing
the best, most entertaining event for all ages to the
Southern Oregon community.
—Alex Pawlowski, President,
Medford Cruise Association, 2013
new events
FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK:
THE LOVIN’ SPOONFUL AND
THE DUQUANES OF SANTA
BARBARA
The Medford Cruise is proud to present
rock icons The Lovin’ Spoonful, a band
that burst onto the 60s music scene to
become one of the most revered groups in
music history. Combining the best of folk
music and rock and roll, with a touch of
country thrown in, they gave us such hits
as “Do You Believe in Magic,” “Daydream,” “You didn’t Have to be So Nice,”
“Nashville Cats,” and the anthem for a hot
July evening, “Summer in the City.”
Opening will be The Duquanes of Santa
Barbara, which has performed twice
before at the Medford Cruise. The band’s
set includes 1950s hits from the Beatles,
Beach Boys, Chuck Berry, Elvis, The
Byrds, and others. The band first hit it
big in 1966 when it won a Santa Barbara
“Battle of the Bands,” setting up 72
straight weeks of bookings.
MOPAR & ALL MAKES/YEARS
SHOW ’N SHINE
Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth and AMC will
be proudly on display. Trophies will be
awarded for “Best in Show - MOPAR
Car” and “Best in Show - Open.” Bring
your car starting at 4 p.m.
STOPLIGHT DRAGS: ANY
YEAR/ALL MAKES & MODELS
Which is faster: a 1968 Corvette L-88,
or a 2002 Corvette Z06 LS-6 V-8?
It’s old vs. new and all combinations
between in this exciting new event.
You won’t want to miss the intriguing
matchups!
MOVIES IN THE PARK:
GREASE
Bring your car for a drive-in experience,
or enjoy festival seating. Come watch as
good girl Sandy and greaser Danny fall
in love over the summer.
POKER RUN/WINERIES
This year we venture back into Southern
Oregon’s tranquil and picturesque wine
country, full of lush vineyards, sweeping views, and unique tasting rooms.
Among this year’s stops is the immaculate Grand Belle Fiore Estate & Winery,
just outside of Ashland, offering the
old-world elegance of a classical French
chateau.
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HOT ROD & ALL MAKES/
YEARS SHOW ’ SHINE
Show off your hot rod, or just come and
watch. Trophies will be awarded for
“Best in Show - Hot Rod” and “Best in
Show - Open.” You can bring your car
starting at 4 p.m.
SPORTS CAR & ALL MAKES/
YEARS SHOW ’N SHINE
The event showcases an impressive variety of cars built for high performance,
quick response, easy maneuverability,
and high-speed driving. Trophies will
be awarded for “Best in Show - Sports
Car” and “Best in Show - Open.” Bring
your car starting at 4 p.m.
DRIFT EVENT
You’ve seen “drift” driving on The Fast
& The Furious, now catch it in person.
Each year, the Drift gets bigger and better. Come check out this thrilling driving
exhibition where highly skilled drivers
intentionally oversteer while maneuvering at full speed around the course. The
cars slide at an angle and move in the
direction of the turn. During the drift, the
rear wheels lose traction as the front
wheels point in the opposite direction of
the turn. In short, it’s fast and furiously
intense and a whole lotta fun to watch.
And, if you want to take a ride with a
driver, purchase a pit pass for $10!
CHEVY & ALL MAKES/YEARS
SHOW ’N SHINE
Classic Corvettes, Bel Airs, Chevelles,
Camaros, Malibus and more will be on
display. Trophies will be awarded for
“Best in Show - Chevy” and “Best in
Show - Open.” Bring your car starting
at 4 p.m.
FORD & ALL MAKES/YEARS
SHOW ’N SHINE
Mustangs, Thunderbirds, Falcons,
Fairlanes, Galaxies, and maybe some
GT40s, Model As and Ts. Trophies will
be awarded for “Best in Show - Ford
Car” and “Best in Show - Open.” Bring
your car starting at 4 p.m.
SHELBY COBRA EVENT
The Shelby Cobra Time Trials give spectators a firsthand look at the awesome
performance capabilities these cars
bring. Plus, 20 spectators who make a
$25 donation to the Medford Cruise Association will get to take a two-lap spin
in the top cars. Car inspections are from
noon to 1 p.m., warm-ups from 1 to 3
p.m., and time trials are 3 to 4 p.m.
STOPLIGHT DRAGS: 1972 &
OLDER
It’s drag racing just like in the 50s and
60s — except it’s legal! Bring your
1972 or older car to race head to head
with other classics, or just come out
and watch the fun. Two divisions: Street
legal and non-street legal.
1972 & OLDER
SHOW ’N SHINE
Over 500 classic cars will be on display
in this Medford tradition. Immaculate
cars and trucks, classics, customs,
restorations, hot rods, muscle cars
and more in one exciting location. Plus,
check out displays, vendors, food,
drinks, treats, and trophy presentations
in several categories.
DOWNTOWN MEDFORD
CRUISE
Come downtown for an evening to
remember. Downtown Medford comes
alive in a throwback to the cruisin’ days
of the 50s and 60s. The streets are lined
with thousands of spectators, young and
old alike. Come join the fun and see your
favorite classic cars in action.
Pick your favorites and see which is
chosen as the 5th Annual “Best of the
Cruise” winner for top overall cruiser.
UNLIMITED SHOW ’N SHINE
Any year, any make, any model of car,
truck, motorcycle, bicycle or any other
kind of vehicle. Clear enough? Basically,
any vehicle is welcome to show off at
the Unlimited.
Trophy presentation in a variety of
classes is from 2 to 3 p.m.
2013 Medford Cruise
5:30-7:30 p.m.
$5 to Show • FREE attendance
JUNE 8-9
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
DRIFT EVENT
Jackson County Sports Park
11-7 p.m.
$75 to Drift • $10 for Spectator
JUNE 14 • FRIDAY
JUNE 12 • WEDNESDAY
SPORTS CAR
& ALL MAKES/YEAR
SHOW ’N SHINE
MOPAR & ALL MAKES/
YEAR SHOW ’N SHINE
Hawthorne Park, Medford
5:30-7:30 p.m.
$5 to Show • FREE attendance
Carrera Motors, Hwy, 62,
5:30-7:30 p.m.
$5 to Show • FREE attendance
JUNE 10 • MONDAY
JUNE 14 • FRIDAY
Punky’s Diner in the Medford Center
5:30-7:30 p.m.
$5 to Show • FREE attendance
PERFORMING LIVE: THE LOVIN’
SPOONFUL
OPENING: THE DUQUANES OF SANTA
BARBARA
Hawthorne Park , Medford
Dusk
FREE attendance
MONDAY HOT ROD
& ALL MAKES/YEAR
SHOW ’N SHINE
CONCERT IN THE PARK
JUNE 13 • THURSDAY
FORD & ALL MAKES/
YEAR SHOW ’N SHINE
South Medford Grange Co-op
5:30-7:30 p.m.
$5 to Show • FREE attendance
JUNE 11 • TUESDAY
CHEVY & ALL MAKES/
YEAR SHOW ’N SHINE
Rogue Federal Credit Union,
S. Pacific Hwy
JUNE 15 •
SATURDAY
MOVIE IN
THE PARK:
GREASE
Hawthorne Park,
Medford
Dusk
FREE to the public
JUNE 14 • FRIDAY
STOPLIGHT DRAGS/
1972 & OLDER
Jackson County Sports Park
2 p.m. Safety Check
5 p.m. event
$30 to Drag - $10 Watch,
Kids 6 and under Free
JUNE 15 • SATURDAY
STOPLIGHT DRAGS —
ANY YEAR/ALL MAKES
& MODELS
Jackson County Sports Park
2 p.m. safety check, 5 p.m. event
$30 to Drag - $10 Watch, Kids 6 and
under Free
JUNE 16 • SUNDAY
SUNDAY UNLIMITED
SHOW ’N SHINE
JUNE 14 • FRIDAY
POKER RUN
SPECIAL WINERY RUN THIS YEAR
Starts at Hometown Buffet,
ends at Red Robin
Register at 7 a.m.; Event 9-2 p.m.
First hand free with registration, $5 for
extra hands
JUNE 15 • SATURDAY
1972 & OLDER
SHOW ’N SHINE
Hawthorne Park, Medford
Register at 6:30 a.m.
Event 10-4 p.m.
JUNE 14 • FRIDAY
JUNE 15 • SATURDAY
Jackson County Sports Park
Noon-5 p.m.
Ride in a Shelby Cobra for $25/ride
Downtown Medford
Register at 4:30 p.m.; event is 5-8 p.m.
SHELBY COBRA EVENT
DOWNTOWN
MEDFORD CRUISE
JUDGED SHOW
Hawthorne Park, Medford
Register at 7:30 a.m.
Event 11-3 p.m.
Contacts
Medford Cruise Association
• Alex Pawlowski, President, (541) 690-5776 • alex@soredi.org
• John LaVoie, Past President (541) 944-6210 • johnlavoie@umpquabank.com
• Bill Maentz, (541) 210-6096 • billm@getfivenow.com
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Artwork
For photos of past Medford Cruise events, please visit www.medfordcruise.org.
All Medford Cruise photos credit: RLR Photography
If you have any questions or need additional information, please email andyd@getfivenow.com.