NOVEMBER 13 – 15 - Those who have joined us in the past know what a perfect get-away it is and how a long weekend there just refreshes the soul!  For those new to Catalina, the Pavilion Lodge is located in Avalon, right across the sidewalk from the water.  There’s always plenty do; take a walk on the pier, feast on local seafood and other delicacies at one of the many cafes or restaurants, stroll along the water’s edge and watch a sunset or take in a movie at the famous Casino, which has an amazing theater.   Go fishing or hiking, enjoy the shops, rent a golf car for a great way to sight-see (and save your feet), take a voyage on the glass bottom boat or submarine. Or, check out one of the bus tours around Avalon or the Island’s beautiful interior.   Or, do nothing!  Sleep in, read a good book in the shade, share good times with friends and just relax.   It’s entirely up to you. ( 6 points per full day)

NOVEMBER 13 – 15 - Those who have joined us in the past know what a perfect get-away it is and how a long weekend there just refreshes the soul!  For those new to Catalina, the Pavilion Lodge is located in Avalon, right across the sidewalk from the water.  There’s always plenty do; take a walk on the pier, feast on local seafood and other delicacies at one of the many cafes or restaurants, stroll along the water’s edge and watch a sunset or take in a movie at the famous Casino, which has an amazing theater.   Go fishing or hiking, enjoy the shops, rent a golf car for a great way to sight-see (and save your feet), take a voyage on the glass bottom boat or submarine. Or, check out one of the bus tours around Avalon or the Island’s beautiful interior.   Or, do nothing!  Sleep in, read a good book in the shade, share good times with friends and just relax.   It’s entirely up to you. ( 6 points per full day)

NOVEMBER 13 – 15 - Those who have joined us in the past know what a perfect get-away it is and how a long weekend there just refreshes the soul!  For those new to Catalina, the Pavilion Lodge is located in Avalon, right across the sidewalk from the water.  There’s always plenty do; take a walk on the pier, feast on local seafood and other delicacies at one of the many cafes or restaurants, stroll along the water’s edge and watch a sunset or take in a movie at the famous Casino, which has an amazing theater.   Go fishing or hiking, enjoy the shops, rent a golf car for a great way to sight-see (and save your feet), take a voyage on the glass bottom boat or submarine. Or, check out one of the bus tours around Avalon or the Island’s beautiful interior.   Or, do nothing!  Sleep in, read a good book in the shade, share good times with friends and just relax.   It’s entirely up to you. ( 6 points per full day)

This is a recurring event for British Cars which meet on the 3rd Sunday of every month from 9-11AM at the Golden Cove Shopping Center in Rancho Palos Verdes. For our club, this event is handled by Don Newman. (2 Points)

Nov 21 - 7:00 - 9AM : This event stages every Saturday with a variety of classics, sports cars and antiques. We have designated the third Saturday of the month to feature our Healey's,(unless pre-empted by another club event).  Other Brits may choose to join us as well. Try to arrive early to get a good parking spot and to park as a group.  Contact AHA member Peter Roses for more information. (2Pts)

Nov 28 - 6:30 - 9AM :  This event stages every Saturday morning from 7 - 9AM.  Lots of pre-78 cars of all descriptions attend, fromvintage sports cars and muscle cars to antiques.  We will join other British Cars meeting on the 4th Sat of each month for 2009 (unless pre-empted by anoyher club event).  To get a good parking spot, try to arrive about 6:30AM or earlier. (2 Points) Following the show, there will be a drive to San Clemente along PCH to Mike Scroggie's "man cave" garage for an Open House (from 10AM to 3PM).  Those not attending Cars & Coffee are also invited.  Drinks and snacks will be served, as well as a BBQ with Hot Dogs and finger food.  The garage address and directions are shown below:

Wed 12/2 - 6-9PM :  Casual meet of all British Cars.  Come out for the evening, bring a friend and a British Car. Cars meet near the pier in the parking lot adjacent to the belmont Shore Brewing Company.  Microbrew's, dinners and great burgers for those who are hungrey.  turn on Termino off Livingston to Allin St at the parling lot.  

Petersen Automotive Museum's first Garage Sale & Swap Meet Dec. 5 from 8 AM to 2 PM. Car clubs and the public are invited to participate as sellers, buyers or lookeloos. Bring your cars, auto and motorcycle books, literature, parts, etc. Spaces are for rent to anyone wanting to sell cars or any car related stuff. Spaces start at $20.00 for 10 X 20. Preregister before 12/1/2009.

See: http://www.petersen.org/default.cfm?

Dec 6  9AM-4PM  Entrance to the event is FREE for everyone. All they ask is that each guest bring along at least one new, unwraped toy valued at least $10.  Motor $4 Toys has been one of the top collectors for the toys for tots program with 30,000 toys collected at the 2008 event. Although registration is not required for entry please fill out the forms that can be found at www.motor4toys,com.  there is a form for individuals as well as a group form.  IF we get some interest we should register as a Healey group.

Dec 6 - 10AM-4PM   This event benefits the California Highway Patrol's "CHiP's For Kids" Toy drive.  Open to all Sports, Exotics,Street Rods, Classics and speciality vehicles.  We had several Healey's attend a recent Saturday show ( listed in our recurring events section of the website) at this location and had a good time.  We have been invited to display our cars in a featured area for this event.  Other featured cars will include a special display of Elegant '59 vehicles, Jay Leno's '55 Buick Roadmaster, the two million dollar Bugatti Veyron, Rat rods and a display of special exotics. Pre-registration before Nov 6 will be $40.00. 

December 13, 4:30 - 9PM - Don't miss this year's Christmas Party!  In addition to the normal festivities, we will be awarding the first "Spirit Award" which recognizes the club member who has accumulated the most points attending events during the year.  The top three point leaders will receive a plaque and the winner will have his/her name engraved on a special perpetual trophy which will be revealed at the party. New AHA member Freman Thomas will be our featured speaker.  Freeman is the director of Design for Ford Motor company.  He was responsible for the design of recent new Ford products, Mustang, Fusion and Flex as well as the new VW Beatle, Audi TT and the Chrysler 300 in past assignments.  Freeman is also the proud owner of a beautiful BN2 Healey.