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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Friday, May 12th – Sunday, May 14th, Featherbed Railroad

What:  For those that missed last year’s Two-Lakes Tour, you missed something special.

Well now’s your chance to jump on board BUT DON’T WAIT!  There are only 9 caboose cars and last year they sold out FAST.  

There’s overflow nearby at the Tallman Hotel (also a great spot; https://tallmanhotel.com/) but no discount.

Please RSVP (president@goldengatehealeys.com) after you’ve reserved your caboose or room.

Just like last year we’re going to have a BBQ pot luck both Friday and Saturday night.  $25 per person for BOTH nights.  Chicken and Tri-Tip will be the entrees and you’ll provide side dishes (‘cuz that’s how a pot luck works).

Breakfasts will be provided by Featherbed Railroad or the Tallman Hotel.

More Info:

Featherbed Railroad room rates range from $166.50 to $211.50/night (tax and fees excluded).

La Loose Caboose            $423 (originally $470.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $211.50 (originally $235.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $211.50 (originally $235.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

Orient Express    $396 (originally $440.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $198 (originally $220.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $198 (originally $220.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

Easy Rider           $369 (originally $410.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $184.50 (originally $205.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $184.50 (originally $205.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

Wine Country Caboose   $369 (originally $410.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $184.50 (originally $205.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $184.50 (originally $205.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

Casablanca         $369 (originally $410.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $184.50 (originally $205.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $184.50 (originally $205.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

London Calling   $342 (originally $380.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $171 (originally $190.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $171 (originally $190.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

Midnight in Paris Caboose          $342 (originally $380.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $171 (originally $190.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $171 (originally $190.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

Wild Wild West  $333 (originally $370.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $166.50 (originally $185.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $166.50 (originally $185.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

TropiCaboose     $333 (originally $370.00)
Fri, May 12, 2023 — 2 Adults — $166.50 (originally $185.00)
Sat, May 13, 2023 — 2 Adults — $166.50 (originally $185.00)
➥ Depart: Sun, May 14, 2023

Book the Featherbed Railroad over the phone at (707) 274-8378 and mention you’re with the Golden Gate Austin-Healey Club to get the discount.

Book the Tallman at https://hotels.cloudbeds.com/reservation/Oi4krR, Expedia.com, Reservations.com, Hotels.com or wherever you like to book hotel rooms.

We’ll start at Cordelia, drive scenic Lake County back-roads, make a lunch stop, and end up at Featherbed Railroad Friday mid-afternoon – perfect timing for a BBQ.  Saturday we’ll roam around Lake County, maybe take a jaunt to the coast, and back to Featherbed in time for the second BBQ.  Sunday we’ll drive out a different route than last year for even MORE scenery!

Please RSVP (president@goldengatehealeys.com) after you’ve reserved your caboose or room.

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Saturday, June 10, 2023, Nichelini Family Winery

What: Established in 1890, is proud to be one of the pioneers of Napa Valley’s modern wine industry. In 1884, traveling on horseback, homesteader Anton Nichelini became the first Swiss settler in Napa County’s Chiles Valley. He quickly built a homestead cabin, set about planting vines and olive trees, and started constructing a hand-hewn stone winery which included a Roman wine press. In 1890, Anton reached two milestones: the winery was bonded, and he met another Italian-Swiss immigrant, Caterina and they were married shortly thereafter.  By 1895, he had finished building a seven-bedroom house above the winery.  This provided a home for the growing Nichelini family and their eventual twelve children.

The winery, the restored homestead cabin, the original Roman wine press and the house still stand today and have remained in our family’s hands for more than 130 years, making us the oldest continuously family-owned and operated winery in Napa County. Our motto is “Generation to Generation”, and to date five generations of Nichelinis have passed on their winemaking knowledge as well as their traditions of hard work and careful craftsmanship. We strive to produce truly world-class, finely-crafted American wines that exhibit finesse and individuality.

More Info: Coming.  Save the Date

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Sunday, July 16, 2023, Annual Ice Cream Social

What: Please join the Golden Gate Austin Healey Club for the 18th annual gathering to celebrate National Ice Cream Social day. We don’t need to explain the benefits of Ice Cream on a hot day!

More Info: Coming.  Save the Date

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Saturday, July 22, 2023, Cobra Experience Museum

What: The Cobra Experience is a Non-profit museum, located in Martinez, committed to the promotion, conservation, education and preservation of the cars produced by Shelby American.

More Info: More coming.  Save the Date

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Saturday, August 5, 2023, Alice’s Restaurant & Santa Cruz Mountains

What: Yes, You can get anything you want … at Alice’s Restaurant.  (You can’t buy happiness, but you can buy dessert and that’s practically the same thing. )

The building was originally constructed in the early 1900’s as a general store to support the logging industry. A hub of local history, it served the area (then called “Four Corners”) until the 1950’s when it was turned into a restaurant.

Sometime during the 1960’s the restaurant was bought by Alice Taylor who renamed the restaurant after herself and the now famous Arlo Guthrie song of the same name. Already, a world famous stop for motorcyclist, hikers and tourists, Alice’s Restaurant (and the adjacent buildings) was bought in the 1970’s and has been family owned & operated ever since.

More Info: Coming.  Save the Date

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Saturday, August 26, 2023, Summer BBQ

What:  Club member (and winery owner/operator) Ken Nerlove, will host an afternoon Chill Out, Wine Pour and deli lunch at…

Elkhorn Peak Cellars
200 Polson Rd
Napa, CA 94558

 

More Info: Coming.  Save the Date

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

More Info: California Healey Week 2023

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Friday, October 6 – 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 or 10, 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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Sunday, April 23 – Thursday, April 27, 2023, California Mille

What: Participants for the 2023 California Mille have already been selected. Starting off in Berkeley, the route this year celebrates California’s wonderful mountain destinations before finishing in beautiful wine country. Along the way, we’ll cruise some of California’s the best driving roads while enjoying incredible scenic vistas, fantastic cuisine, plenty of local history and — of course — the car-loving camaraderie that the California Mille has always been known for.  

More Info: Registration is closed, but more information is available at https://californiamille.com/.

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Sunday, April 30, 2023, Pacific Coast Dream Machines

What: Get ready for a world of wonder at the Pacific Coast Dream Machines Show, a uniquely spectacular showcase of motorized mechanical marvels from throughout the 20th and 21st centuries celebrating a Big Revival Show on Sunday, April 30 from 10am to 4pm at Half Moon Bay Airport. “The Coolest Show On Earth” celebrates its 30th year anniversary with a mesmerizing array of more than 2,000 ultra cool antique, vintage, classic, custom and exotic machines of all kinds on display for public viewing.

More Info: More details at https://www.facebook.com/events/827647748515407

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Tuesday, May 16 – May 20, 2023, Gold Country Grand Tour

What: This popular tour is likely to surpass our previous outings with newly selected roads, lodgings, and attractions. Our Gold Country Grand Tour features some of Northern California’s most amazing roads and scenery specially chosen for their beauty. We will spend our first two nights at Yosemite’s beautiful TENAYA LODGE.

The Andiamo team will greet you with a cocktail reception, and we will move on to a lavish dinner. Our second night we will have live music and dancing.

Our drive will take us through the historic Gold Country region of the Sierra Nevada’s, explore the back roads of Lake Tahoe, then spend two nights at the luxurious EDGEWOOD RESORT. We will take a dinner cruise around Emerald Bay, delighting in breathtaking scenery, food, and live music.

We keep it simple: you do the driving, and we take care of the rest.  This is an all-inclusive event and experience. The cost includes great curated drives, all meals, lodging, and entertainment. You enjoy a spectacular adventure while benefiting Drive Toward a Cure to end Parkinson’s Disease!

More Info: Online at https://andiamorallies.com/.

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Sunday, May 21, 2023, UBSCC Annual All British Motor Vehicle Show and Swap Meet

What: Come on out and join in for THE largest All British Car show and swap meet in Northern California.  The event is taking place on Sunday, May 21, at the Dixon Fairgrounds in Dixon.

More Info: Online registration is available via this link:  http://www.ubscc.org/CarShow.htm

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Saturday, May 27, 2023, Breakfast Club Rally – British Steel II

What: Breakfast Club Rally is a monthly North Bay car rally, Mostly vintage, brand-agnostic and 100% anti-snob.

The May 27 rally is an all-British, mostly-vintage motor rally. Similar to last year’s British Steel I – but with gorgeous new start- and end-point venues, and a new rally route over 100 miles of twisty Wine Country tarmac – there’ll, of course, be loads of awesome British road-going machinery in attendance, along with the good folks who operate it.

Before the rally, we’ll meet at 8am at an undisclosed start point just outside the town of Sonoma, California for a little pre-rally social hour. At 9am, we’ll take off in 3 groups (HARE, TORTOISE, and SNAIL groups) 5 minutes apart; we’ll be done around noon, finishing up just a couple of miles from where we started.

More Info: Tickets are $50 (credit cards only; sorry, PayPal fans). What does your $50 get you? Only this: a parking sticker, an email with starting time, location, and route directions, and an amazing morning out on Northern California’s best backroads with a pack of like-minded drivers. 

Any pre-1999 British-made car, truck, utility vehicle, or van; also “partially-British cars,” such as the Isuzu Impulse or Shelby Cobra. Certain post-1999 cars are also welcome to apply- specifically, “enthusiast” models and other “interesting“ vehicles- sports cars, low production runs, unusual/exotic marques, etc. Post-1999 SUVs/CUVs/trucks/minivans are not eligible, nor are 2000+ Minis.

Read more / Register at https://www.breakfastclubrally.com/events/bs2.

 

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Saturday, June 10, 2023, Walnut Creek Elks Lodge Classic Car Show

What: The Walnut Creek Elks Lodge (where GGAHC conducts our annual Planning Meeting in January) is hosting their annual Classic Car Show from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM.  A portion of all proceeds to benefit Elks charity projects.  Silent Auction, Prizes, Fun, Food & Drink. Registration of $40 includes a meal. Free admission to the Public.

More Info: Walnut Creek Elks Lodge #1811, 1475 Creekside Dr. Walnut Creek, CA 94596, (925) 935-1811.  Call Judy Godar or WCElksCarShow2023@gmail.com for more info.  Register by mail or online at bpoe1811.square.site. 

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Sunday, June 18, 2023, 2nd Annual Jon Snyder Memorial Father’s Day Car Show

What: Rev your engines and get ready for the 2nd Annual Jon Snyder Memorial Father’s Day Car Show! Join us at Blackhawk Museum for a celebration of all things automotive. Show off your ride and compete for the best in show award, while enjoying a range of family-friendly activities. From vintage vehicles to modern machines, there’s something for everyone at this thrilling car show. Celebrate Father’s Day in style and show dad how much you care. Register your car now and be one of the first 200 to receive a goodie bag filled with Cajun Cayenne Hot Sauce, lanyard, and more! Don’t miss out on the fun.

More Info: Online at BlackhawkMuseum.org/FathersDay

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Friday, August 11 to Sunday, 20, 2023, Monterey Car Week

What: All over Monterey County starting August 20, 2023, classic cars take to streets, golf courses, parks, and the world-renowned WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for Monterey Car Week 2023 surrounding visitors with automobiles from yesteryear. Monterey Car Week features nearly 30 car events including car shows, races, auctions, arts & lectures and concludes with the world-famous Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance.

More Info: Check See Monterey’s Events Calendar for updates or check with individual establishments to inquire further. Please use the categories below to navigate the page and browse Monterey Car Week’s schedule. 

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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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