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IMPORTANT UPDATE! It's time to start planning
The 2012 Annual Auto Event Planning meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza in Little Rock. If you would like to attend, download this letter, which has RSVP instructions. As always thanks and hope to see you at the meeting.
Stay safe, HRM
Season Finale
It is hard to believe that we are getting ready to host our season finale Cruisin in the Rock scheduled for Friday, Oct. 21 at the River Market Pavilions and Riverfront Park! The September event was very well attended and the weather was picture perfect; and it is my prayer, that awesome weather will prevail for us in October. As most of you know, we always enhance the season finale event so keep checking back here to find out what will be happening, as well as checking my Facebook page. Thanks for your continued support to the Little Rock CVB as they continue to sponsor the monthly cruises. Stay safe, HRM
Cruisin' in the Rock returns to the River Market for September
Cruisin in the Rock, Friday, September 9 will return to the River Market District Pavilions and Riverfront Park. Please change your calendar to reflect the downtown location. I hope all of you are having
a great summer and are staying as cool as you can. Cruise safe and hope to "See you in September," just like the popular song from many years ago! As always, thanks, HRM
For more information call 501-370-3201 or 501-517-1966
Highlighted May 2011 Events: Check the calendar for detailed information
May 7:
Crowley's Ridge Cruisers-Classic Car Auction-Jonesboro, AR
Peach Blossom Car Show-Nashville, AR
Larry's Pizza Cruise-In on Arch Street-Little Rock, AR
May 14:
3rd Annual Concord United Methodist Men's Mission Car Show-Lonoke, AR
Geyer Springs First Baptist Church Show & Shine-Little Rock, AR
May 21:
9th Annual Charity Car/Truck/Motorcycle Show-Rogers, AR
3rd Annual SWAHA Diamond Drag-Classic Car Show-Murfreesboro, AR
5th Annual Lonoke Lions Club Benefit Car Show-Lonoke, AR
7th Annual First Landmark Car Show-Sheridan, AR
Arkansas Pontiac Association - Show and Shine set for April 23
11AM – 2 PM
North Little Rock Home Depot
Event is FREE-APA will be selling burgers, chips and sodas
Net proceeds to support Arkansas Children’s Hospital Clinical Nutrition Department
More information: ArkansasPontiacs.org
Cruisin' in the Rock - April 15
We are hooking-up with Bob Doty at The Home Depot in West Little Rock [Chenal Parkway] on Friday, April 15! The Home Depot folks are rollin’ out the red carpet for us including “reserved for cruisers only” parking. Of course we will provide the same great music, games, door prizes and the selection and presentation of Best Cruiser and Best Truck during the evening. With Easter right around the corner we decided to throw in “Bunny Ring Toss, as well. Bob Doty and The Home Depot Team are very excited that we are going to turn their parking lot into a sea of kick-awesome paint and shiny chrome. Please mark your calendars and join us for a very groovy evening. Get more information and a directional map, see the calendar and highlight Cruisin in the Rock for April 15. As always, thanks for your continued support, Hot Rod Mama.
Other April Happenings [for detailed info select calendar option and highlight event you are interested in:
April 2:
Pig Trail Harley Davidson 4th Annual Show-N-Shine in Rogers, AR
April 9:
Malvern Lady Leopard Softball-2nd Annual Car Show-Malvern, AR High School
Kars-4-Kids-First Assembly of God-1801 Hot Springs-Highway-Benton, AR
Annual Kent Rylee Automotive Solutions Spring Car Show-Kent Rylee Auto Solutions-Rogers, AR
Floyd Community Park-4th Annual Car & Bike Show-Floyd Community Park-Floyd, AR
April 14-17:
Central Arkansas Corvette Weekend-Hot Springs, AR
April 15:
Cruisin in the Rock-The Home Depot in West Little Rock
April 22- 23:
7th Annual Swap Meet in City park in Gateway, AR
April 23:
Fourche River Days-7th Annual Car Show-Perryville, AR-Main Street & Highway 9/10S
April 23:
Pulaski Technical College-Show & Shine-Pulaski Tech College-Little Rock South Campus-I-30
April 30:
25th Annual Toad Suck Daze Car Show-Bank of America Parking Lot-Conway, AR
April 30:
Goshen United Methodist Church-Crawfish Boil-Goshen, AR
March 11: Cruisin' in the Rock
River Market District and Riverfront Park
Downtown Little Rock’s River Market District was rocked this past Friday evening, March 11, as the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau – along with the very groovy host club, Arkansas Pontiac Association – kicked off the 11th season of the ever-so-popular state-wide monthly cruise-ins! As history serves, the faithful Arkansas cruisers – and they are the best – began arriving early in the afternoon to grab their favorite spot under one of the large open pavilions and in the park.
The warm weather and long winter was the perfect recipe for a large turnout of cruisers and spectators. The trees along Clinton Avenue provided a colorful entry into the district, where people enjoyed wonderful attractions, delicious and diverse restaurants and clubs, and the green space within Riverfront Park that is nestled along the banks of the Arkansas River.
With St. Patrick’s Day right around the corner, the color was everywhere – green beads, green beer mugs, green bow-ties and hats, and of course, our very own leprechaun with a pot of gold nuggets and coins! Participants played St. Patrick’s Day Trivia, led by our wild and crazy Stacy Major. All of the trivia questions were answered correctly, and many prizes were awarded.
I so enjoyed seeing old and new faces. It was so good to see Sharon Burris out and about with her our buddy, Pam Walden. Our prayer chain worked for our dear sister and it was evident by that big smile on her face that she was having a blast. I have said it many times and stand by my words that car events are simply family reunions on wheels.
Thanks to everyone that attended the season kick-off, and a big “shout out” to the many kick-awesome Corvettes that lined the east pavilion – beautiful cars and that sounded as good as they looked.
Here are some photos of the event including photos of the Best Cruiser and Best Truck of the evening. Check them out on my Facebook posting.
Next month on April 15, Cruisin’ in the Rock will be at the Home Depot in West Little Rock. Bob Doty opened the parking lot to us during the Fall Street Machine Nationals last year and everyone had a big time. We appreciate him inviting us again, so mark April 15 on your calendar for another Cruisin in the Rock with our friends at The Home Depot.
As always, thanks for your support, stay safe and see you soon.
-- Hot Rod Mama
2011: Get geared up for the season
March kicks off the 2011 cruisin’ and car show scene in Arkansas. It is time to “let the rubber meet the road,” so get out the California Duster and shine your cruiser and hit the road. Check out the following events that are scheduled for March!
Saturday, March 12: NSRA Inspection Day - Pulaski Tech
Saturday, March 12: Cabot High School Cruzers Car Show. DATE CHANGE DUE TO WEATHER FORECAST. THE SHOW IS SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, MARCH 12 - RAIN DATE SUNDAY, MARCH 13. Select calendar from top menu for more detailed information.
Saturday, March 26: Arkansas Pontiac Association’s 10th Annual “Wheelin’ and Healin’ Car Show will be held at Lake Willastein in Maumelle. This is a must-attend show! Attendance keeps growing and we can certainly understand why. They present very unique awards – not only for the classes– but also for their specialty awards. Those that pre-register for the show are eligible for a cash drawing. Great music, door prizes, food and more. For detailed information and directions to the park, please visit arkansasponticacs.org.
Let’s help the Pontiac team continue to have a great show of cars, which allows them to continue their support for the Arkansas Children’s Hospital. Thanks, and hope to see you there,
If you would like your show featured in the Latest Cruisin News, please send a wrap-up of your show along with photos so we can share it with fellow cruisers. Forward all to cdolan@littlerock.com.
Annual Statewide Automotive Event Planning Meeting
This year’s meeting was held Saturday, February 12th at Crowne Plaza in Little Rock. Car clubs and individuals from all over the state enjoyed a wonderful lunch – compliments of the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau – and networked with fellow cruisers. At the planning meeting, everyone had an opportunity to talk about their upcoming events for 2011.
Next year’s meeting is scheduled for Saturday, February 11, 2012 at the Crowne Plaza. If you missed this year’s event and you want to make sure you are on the mailing list, please complete this form and email to cdolan@littlerock.com.
The Shows
Cruisin' in the Rock
This is Little Rock’s monthly show of classic cars, street rods, trucks and motorcycles in the River Market District 
and Riverfront Park. Sponsored by the Little Rock Convention and Visitors Bureau with the Arkansas Pontiac Association serving as host club. Join us for a fun-filled evening of beautiful cruisers, great music, and dining in one of the fabulous River Market District restaurants!
Cruisin' in the Rock is open to the public and admission is free. For more information regarding the monthly cruises, as well as all automotive events scheduled for “The Rock,” in 2011, check the calendar or call Carol at 501-370-3201.
O'Reilly Auto Extravaganza
Auto Extravaganza, newly sanctioned by the International Show Car Association, displays some of the most
prestigious vehicles in the country. In January 2011, the event hosted participants from across the country including the 2010 “Detroit Riddler” receipient - Tammy Ray and her awesome '33 Ford. This show serves as an indoor hot spot of everything automotive including marquee cars, commercial vendors, a high-end competition of street rods, muscle cars, street machines, customs, trucks, motorcycles, and a variety of new, fun and unique activities.