For all those interested in the MG event at Laguna Seca. I just recieved this
from Gary Anderson
Larry Hoy
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I don't know how many MG racers have seen the definitive list of events and
arrangements for the Sebring MGB unveiling at the March HMSA Laguna Seca event
(I hadn't) so if you're interested, here's the full scoop: (If you're not, hit
the delete key now, because this is sort of long.
Cheers
Gary Anderson
M.G. Reunion Dinner
Saturday, March 20, 2004
7:30 P.M. Cocktails in Restaurant Bar Area
8:00 P.M. Dinner in the Library
Will be held at
Tarpy's RoadHouse
2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy
Monterey, CA 93940
831-655-2999
The Restaurant
A Mobile 3-star restaurant nestled in the rolling hills of Monterey. Set in
the historic Ryan Ranch Homestead, which dates back to 1917. Tarpy 's
Roadhouse successfully combines local history with fabulous, "Creative
American County Cuisine" and great personal service. The rambling stone
structure has been a oasis since the 1940's when it housed the popular
Cademartori 's. Today, the extensive gardens, European-style courtyard and
cozy fire-lit interiors have made it a popular destination, once again, for
locals and out-of town visitors alike. Executive Chef Michael Kimmel 's menu
features updated versions of old fashioned "comfort" foods, using only the
freshest ingredients.
Menu
Mixed Field Greens with Roma Tomatoes in a Red Wine Vinaigrette
Select One
Grilled Prime Rib of Pork with Bourbon Molasses Glaze, Apple Butter and
Braised Red Cabbage
Classic Meatloaf with Wild-Mushroom Gravy and Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes
Select one
Chocolate-Espresso Bread Pudding with Bourbon Creame Anglaise
Lemon Ginger Creame Bruiee
Note: Vegetarian entrCB)e available on request
Cost: $40.00 per person includes choice of coffee, tea or ice tea
No host cash bar will be available
We are limited to 140. To RSVP, please send a check for $40.00 per person
made payable to: MG Owners Club, and send the check and your dinner selections
along with your phone number to: John Hunt 629 Burton Drive, Lafayette, CA
94549. Pre-payment is a requirement and is non-refundable, unless the event
is already sold out.
Historic MG Reunion at Laguna Seca, March 20 &21, 2004 C"b,b Update Feb.
13, 2004
Due to the lateness of the decision to hold this vintage racing event, details
have been decided and conveyed to you on a piecemeal basis. Our apologies. We
do not expect to have MG featured anytime soon at the Monterey Historics put
on by HMSA in August so this represents a unique opportunity for West Coast MG
club members to be a part of such a celebration in MGC"b,b"s 80th year.
HMSA is putting on an all-MG race for this event and all vintage MG racers are
encouraged to apply for inclusion. Call Cris Vandergriff at HMSA or talk to
David Wright whose MGB racecar has recently been accepted. Cris is at
818-249-3515 and David is at (510) 653-3831. Butch Gilbert, restorer of the
Sebring MGB racecars, has been instrumental in organizing the event.
Over 100 MGs have now signed up for the club participation portion of the
event. We expect that this may reach 200. Groups are coming from San Diego,
Reno, the Central Valley and the LA area. HMSA has offered MG club folks the
following very generous benefits:
Free Admission to all MGs (Obtain special pass by RSVP below)
MG Corral in the Racing Paddock (No charge with pass)
Noon Time Track Tour (No charge with pass)
The activities including the above will take place on both Saturday and
Sunday. Saturday is viewed as the main event day. Many club folks have
indicated that they plan to be there both days. (You do not need to be a
member of a club to participate.)
In addition, the MG clubs have arranged the following; (See below)
Saturday Evening Dinner
MG Clubs Designated Hotel with Hospitality Suite
Track Entry: There will only be one entrance - the main gate. (Follow signs
from Highway 1 and Highway 68.) MG drivers will be directed to the paddock
from there. There will be two (2) entry passes provided per MG. An MG is
required to obtain the passes and entry to the MG corral in the paddock. All
others will be charged regular spectator fees and directed to spectator
parking. The passes will be available at the track entrance (both Saturday and
Sunday) and at the Hospitality Suite at the Laurel Inn on Friday evening. (See
below.) Gates open at 6:30 a.m. You may arrive at and leave the corral at any
time.
HMSA needs a count of the MGs that will participate and asked us to require
RSVPC"b,b"s in advance to obtain the free entry passes. Note that the county
may charge an entry fee, usually $5 per car, since the track is located in a
county park. HMSA has asked the county to waive the fee but we do not know if
this will be done.
There are many single-passenger MG entries. You may be able to catch a ride
into the track that way.
Volunteer Assistance: HMSA has asked that the clubs provide help with entry
and organize the corral. If youC"b,b"d like to do that, please advise when
you RSVP. Gates open at 6:30 a.m. Local Cypress MG Club members have
volunteered to assist. Thanks.
Caravan to the Track: There has been interest in a caravan from the Bay Area
to the track on Saturday morning. Please advise if you are interested and
include the city you live in.
Tow Vehicles & Trailers: If you are not racing, your tow vehicle and trailer
will need to be parked
outside the paddock. HMSA will get us a map showing where you can unload and
then park. Information will also be available at the gate.
Camping & RVs at the Track: Camping requests need to go through the Monterey
Parks people. They can be reached at 831-755-4899
Regalia: HMSA plans to offer a T-shirt for sale with a racing MG theme. We
have requested dash plaques but other items have not yet been decided upon.
Suggestions are welcome. Note that the HMSA merchandise venders are the only
merchandise venders permitted at the track.
Track Tour: Drivers and passengers must wear helmets. Any helmet will do,
including motorcycle types. (No bicycle types.) They do not have loaner
helmets so you should arrange to buy or borrow one in advance. (Motorcycle
helmets can be purchased for $30 or less.) Your car should be safe and you
must wear seat belts. The tour will be led by a pace car. We encourage all MGs
to participate and we can put slower cars at the back of the group. The tour
will be for 20 to 30 minutes during the noon break on both days.
There will be a professional photographer at the track. We will ask him to
photograph club cars during the tours. We may also be able to take a
photograph of all the MGs on the track at the end of the day on Saturday.
MG Clubs Motel: For those who wish, we have negotiated a special rate at the
Laurel Inn in Salinas. This is a large, clean motel that is convenient to
Laguna Seca. (Highway 68 goes from Salinas to the track.) Room rates for up to
4 persons are $61.00 per night. Please make your room reservation right away
at (831) 449-2474 or (800) 354-9831. Mention "MG Club." Web:
www.LaurelInnMotel.com About 40 rooms have been reserved by club members thus
far.
Hospitality Suite Friday Evening: The Laurel Inn has provided us a large
conference room on Friday evening. We will have the entry passes there,
provide snacks and show MG racing videos. Stop in and say hello.
Saturday Evening MG Reunion Dinner: In the words of Cris Vandergriff, this has
become an event on its own. The popular, three-star TarpyC"b,b"s Roadhouse
combines local history with "Creative American Country Cuisine." It is located
near the track. Tarpy's has agreed to let us use their downstairs restaurant
area in addition to the 80-seat banquet room so we can seat up to 140 people.
Please RSVP for that soon so we will know how to best accommodate the group.
We require prior receipt of checks for the dinner since we have to commit the
quantity of diners in advance. This will also guarantee your place should the
event sell out. (See below.) About 80 club folks have indicated an interest in
the dinner so we may be reaching the sell-out point already. (40 to 50 persons
are expected from the racing groups.) There is plenty of parking.
The reunion MG racing teams, vintage racers, HMSA and the motoring press will
join us at TarpyC"b,b"s. We expect that as some people leave early, the
group will be able to converge into the 80-person banquet room for a fairly
informal time of reminiscence and recognition.
Dinner will begin at 8:00 p.m. with a social hour beginning at 7:00 p.m.
RSVP (Entry Passes and Dinner): Dan Shockey, (408) 923-3927,
DPShockey@earthlink.net
(Dan is currently president of the Abingdon Rough Riders, editor for the MGOC
newsletter and a member of the Sorry Safari club.)
Checks for dinner: (See separate menu choice details.) Please send a check for
$40.00 per person made payable to: MG Owners Club, and send the check and your
dinner selections along with your phone number to: John Hunt 629 Burton Drive,
Lafayette, CA 94549. Pre-payment is a requirement and is non-refundable,
unless the event is already sold out.
See also the event press release by HMSA (www.hmsausa.com) and the dinner
information flier.
Please make sure your friends know about this important event.
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