the Golden Gate Austin Healey Club

2023 GOLDEN GATE AUSTIN HEALEY CLUB EVENT SCHEDULE

Includes non-GGAHC Major Healey Events and Club-recommended events

Indicates events sponsored by the Golden Gate Austin Healey Club.
 

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The club has introduced some new stuff to encourage participation:

• An Annual Mileage Award will be presented at the 2023 Christmas Party to the club member that drives her/his Healey the most during the year. The Events Coordinator will record your odometer mileage at the first event you attend for the year.

 

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2023 GGAHC EVENTS

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Monday, September 18 – Friday, 22, 2023, California Healey Week

More Info: California Healey Week 2023

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Saturday, October 7 – Sunday, 8, 2023, Sierra Passes Tour

What:  A new route this year.  More info coming!

More Info: Coming.  Save the Date

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Saturday, October 21, 2023, Enkidu Winery

What: The origin or meaning of our name “Enkidu” comes from one of the oldest stories ever recorded: The Epic of Gilgamesh. Written in Sumerian cuneiform nearly 4500 years ago, the story details the life of King Gilgamesh and his best friend Enkidu. Enkidu was a steward of the land and protector of animals, and was created by the gods as a foil to Gilgamesh. Two-thirds deity and one-third human, he embodied strength, passion, and incredible bravery, yet at times showed fear and trepidation of the unknown. Early in his existence, Enkidu was rustic and rough around the edges, and over time he became more cultured and refined. He evolved while staying true to his nature, the same way a grape does as it journeys from the vine, through the vinification process, to a finished wine.

As a winery we take direction from the character of Enkidu, looking inward and adhering to beliefs which guide our efforts. We work closely with growers who farm conscientiously and take pride in treating the land and vines with respect. We strive to make handcrafted wines of outstanding character that are the result of passion, art, and intelligence, combined with hard work and dedication to our craft.

More Info: Coming.  Save the Date

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Saturday, November 4, 2023, Disney Family Museum

What: Find animation, innovation, and inspiration in the remarkable life story of Walt Disney, the man who raised animation to an art, tirelessly pursued innovation, and created a distinctly American legacy that transformed the entertainment world. Located in the scenic Presidio of San Francisco, the museum is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that features contemporary, interactive galleries with state-of-the-art exhibits narrated in Walt’s own voice alongside early drawings, cartoons, films, music, a spectacular model of Disneyland, and more.

More Info: Coming.  Save the Date

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Sunday, December 3, 2023, Holiday Party

What: Since we had such an excellent 2022 Christmas Party last year, we will return to Eagle Vines Golf Club, 580 South Kelly Road, American Canyon this year. 

More Info: Coming.  Save the Date

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2023 NON-GGAHC EVENTS

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Friday, September 8 – Sunday, 10, 2023, 20th CSRG Charity Challenge at Sonoma Raceway

What: This is CSRG’s signature event, with over 250 entries, spectators, car club displays, vintage aircraft flyovers and more.  And starting in 2022 this becomes a full, three day event, with practice and some qualifying on the optional Friday session. Since the first Charity Challenge in 2004 our charity rides program has raised over $1M for the Sonoma  County charities, and the Saturday night part dinner and auction are as fun as parties can get.

More Info: www.csrgracing.org/schedule.html.

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Saturday, September 23, 2023, Ironstone Concours d’Elegance

What: The Ironstone Concours d’Elegance is an antique and classic car show that takes place each year at Ironstone Vineyards, 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys, CA 95247. Some 300+ antique and classic cars participate in the Ironstone Concours d’Elegance. This show also features vintage trailers, motorcycles and wooden boats.

The Ironstone Concours d’Elegance weekend begins with a Friday evening Cars & Stars wine tasting, dinner and auction. The concours itself takes place on Saturday, climaxed by an awards ceremony. Class winners drive onto the Ironstone Amphitheatre stage to receive their trophies. Among regular participants are Reno’s National Auto Museum, the California Automotive Museum in Sacramento, the Blackhawk Museum in Dublin and San Francisco’s Academy of Art University auto collection.
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Proceeds from the Ironstone Concours d’Elegance benefit Central and Northern California youth in agriculture, notably Future Farmers of America (FFA) and 4-H. In addition, the non-profit Ironstone Foundation has helped fund the California State FFA headquarters in Galt California; scholarships in partnership with the California State Fair; and the Calaveras County Fair scholarship program.

More Info: ironstoneconcours.com/.

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Sunday, October 15, 2023, All British Motor Show

What: Registration is now open!! The 2023 Nick Becker Memorial All British Motor Show will be held on October 15th.  The premier Bay Area All British Show is again hosted by our friends at the Blackhawk Museum. Register to show your auto or motorcycle and be part of the 170+ British show entrants with marques from all islands. A fun day for all with live DJ, raffle prizes, and awards for all marque classes. Spectators are always free.

The featured Marque this year is the Austin Healey Sprite! The Austin Healey Sprite made its debut 65 years ago in 1958! The Bugeye Sprite (Frogeye in the UK) was envisioned as an entry level sports car designed by the Donald Healey Motor Company and manufactured by BMC. Spartan, even by 1958 standards, this iconic British roadster was rapidly adopted by the public for road and race use.

More Info: Online at https://www.allbritishmotorshow.com/.