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FCA New England Region 2006 preliminary calendar

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  1. BigHead

    BigHead Formula Junior

    Oct 31, 2003
    995
    Outside of Boston
    Full Name:
    Dennis
    Ferrari Club of America - New England Region

    Winter greetings, all! As January draws to a close, you may be already itching for the spring driving season. The New England Region has a giant list of activities for the upcoming year, including a few interesting new ones. The preliminary calendar is below, and will be finalized shortly (we'll probably add a couple of more events, including an art and jewelry show, so stay tuned for announcements!). We'll be mailing out the final calendar in a week or two (along with a small surprise for members in the envelope). So cheer up, late March is almost here!

    Not a member yet? The New England Region of the Ferrari Club of America has become one of the busiest regions in the country. We have lots of great events throughout the year, as you can see below To join online now, go to the FCA National website here:

    https://www.ferrariclubofamerica.org/join.cfm

    Oh, and for those of you lame-whiners out there :) , there is are several FCA track events (Watkins Glen, Lime Rock, Tremblant, Pocono, Summit Point) included.

    See you soon, hopefully!

    vty,

    --Dennis

    Regional Co-Director
    Ferrari Club of America
    New England Region

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    FCA/New England Region
    Event Calendar for 2006

    Sunday, March 12 – Kart Trak, Windsor Locks, CT – First competitive driving event of the year at the Kart Trak in Windsor Locks, CT. Get a start on spring by (unintentionally) bashing your fellow NER members into the wall! Peter A. Lombardo at 860-342-5705 or email [email protected].

    Sunday, March 19 – Sunday Brunch and Grand Prix of Malaysia (via tape delay) viewing! We'll be meeting for a leisurely Sunday brunch to watch the second GP of the season. Bruce Ledoux, Mass. Chapter President, at (617) 946-4040 or [email protected].

    Sunday, April 2 – Special Brunch Meeting! Stanley Cohen is organizing a brunch at the West Hartford Pond House, starting at 9 am. We will have a very special guest, and Joe Capasso and Stanley will share their pictures and memories from their weekend at Spa with the Ferrari F1 team and their tour of the factory and inspection of the FXX. Stanley Cohen, Regional Co-Director Emeritus, 860-549-4740 or [email protected].

    Saturday, April 8 – Annual Spring Car Show and Sale, from 9am-4pm, F40 Motorsports, 464 Portland-Cobalt Road, Portland, CT. Wayne Carini, Peter A. Lombardo and F40 Motorsports (www.f40.com) are long-time sponsors of the club, and will have some special, rare and unique Ferraris and other exotics on display from their restoration shop. Regalia from our Region will be for sale (as always). All Club members are invited to this event and are welcome to bring their car for the show. Peter A. Lombardo at 860-342-5705 or email [email protected].

    Wednesday-Thursday, May 3-4 - 5th Annual Spring Track Event at Watkins Glen International. Empire State Region event, hosted by Classic Coach. You will not get more track time at any other 2-day event all year. Info: Bob Coates (718)981-8764 (eves), or [email protected].

    Saturday-Sunday, May 6-7 - Ferrari Weekend at KTR Performance, Ayer, MA. KTR will be offering dyno runs on Saturday, with Joseph's Gourmet Pasta sponsoring lunch, and several rare classic Ferraris on display. On Sunday, we'll watch the European Grand Prix, with a continental breakfast. A silent auction will be held all weekend to benefit MS research. David Castelhano, KTR Performance, 978-772-9911 (www.ktrperformance.com) or [email protected].

    Friday-Sunday, May 12-14 - Annual New England Weekend Ramble! This year, we're headed back to Stowe, VT, where we had some unbelievable driving and scenery last year. As always, we’ll have fabulous meals, kamikaze challenges, relaxing spa opportunities, great shopping, and memorable stories. Activities for drivers and passengers alike! Dennis Liu, Regional Co-Director, at [email protected].

    Sunday-Tuesday, May 28-30 - FCA Empire State Region track event, Pocono Raceway. Info: Bob Coates (718)981-8764 (eves), or [email protected].

    Wednesday-Sunday, May 31-June 4 - Ferrari Club of America Annual Meet, Chantilly, Virginia, and Summit Point race track. http://www.fca2006.org/

    Sunday, June 4 - Ara & Pam Gechijian's 5th annual Ferrari Summer Party at Ara's famous garage in Lincoln, MA. Ara Gechijian at 781-643-1463 or [email protected].

    Thursday-Sunday, June 9-11 - Ferrari Festival, Tremblant, Quebec. Part of the Ferrari 360 Challenge and Ferrari Maserati Historic Racing events at Le Circuit Mont Tremblant. Track time available, lots of modern and historic racing cars, and arguably the best racetrack/resort village combination in North America. For more information, contact Sabrina D'Amico at Ferrari Quebec, (514) 337-7274 or [email protected].

    Saturday, June 17 – 4th Annual Village Picnic. Part of the festivities surrounding the FCA/NER Concorso - a Saturday picnic at the Village for Families and Children in Hartford, CT. We'll entertain children and hand out presents, raising money for a great cause. Pete or Rosemary Lombardo at (860) 646-5454 or [email protected].

    Sunday, June 18 – The Sixth Annual FCA/NER Concorso in Hartford! This is our biggest event of the year, to benefit the Connecticut Children's Medical Center. More details and surprises to be announced when we get closer to the date. Truly spectacular gourmet food, a parade for children patients, and lots of surprises. There will also be a cocktail party and dinner the evening prior. Dave Friar, Regional Co-Director, at (860) 678-1291 or [email protected].

    Friday-Saturday, July 14-16 – VT Ferrari Street Festival Weekend in Burlington, Vermont. Come join us for a Ferrari parade and show to benefit Burlington children. Again this year, the street festival is combined with our famous fall Vermont Ferrari Festival, with cocktail parties, a driving tour, viewing of the French Grand Prix and much more! Todd Lockwood, Vermont chapter president, at [email protected] or (802) 658-1270 x201.

    Friday-Saturday, July 21-22 - Lime Rock Track Event, Empire State Region, sponsored by Miller Motor Cars and Putnam Leasing. Info: Bob Coates (718)981-8764 (eves), or [email protected]

    Sunday, August 6 – Tutto Italiano car show! Come spend a summer Sunday at the annual, all-Italian Car show at the Larz Anderson Auto Museum in Brookline! Display your car or come just to spectate at a huge gathering of all Italian automobiles. Cars to be judged in the concours will include Ferrari, Maserati, Lamborghini, Alfa Romeo, FIAT, Lancia, and unique vehicles. Christian Scott, New Hampshire Chapter President, at (603) 887-7594 or [email protected].

    Sunday, August 20 – DREAM RIDE to benefit Special Olympics Connecticut, starting at the Farmington Club, 162 Town Farm Road, Farmington, CT 06032. www.hometownwheels.com. A great opportunity to take a police-escorted charity ride through the beautiful NW Connecticut countryside to raise money for a fantastic charity. Dave Friar, Connecticut Chapter President, at (860) 678-1291 or [email protected], or Sean Harris, (203) 250-5392, [email protected].

    Saturday-Sunday, August 26-27 - Feast of St. Anthony, North End, Boston. A giant traditional Italian street festival with over 250,000 attendees expected over the course of the weekend, with unbelievable food, live music, and so much more. Parking corral of Ferraris to be displayed. Dennis Liu, Regional Co-Director, at [email protected].

    Friday-Sunday, September 1-3 - 3-day Labor Day Weekend Watkins Glen Track Event, Empire State Region, hosted by Wide World of Cars and Classic Coach. Info: Bob Coates (718) 981-8764 (eves), or [email protected]

    Saturday-Sunday, September 9-10 – Rhode Island Tour. Newport Spectacular! With tours of historic mansions, dinner aboard a train, cruises on sailboats, and much, much more. With the requisite gourmet meals, cocktail parties, strolling and shopping. Sam Hallowell, (401) 272-2510 ext 114 (d), (401) 751-4558 (e) or [email protected].

    Sunday, September 17 – POLO! Ferrari Cup polo match at Myopia Polo, Hamilton, MA. This great event includes a Sunday drive, Ipswich fried clams at Woodman's, and an opportunity to spectate on the oldest existing polo field in the US. Free admission to members! Bruce Ledoux, Mass. Chapter President, at (617) 946-4040 or [email protected].

    Saturday-Sunday, September 23-24 - 2nd annual Festa di Ferrari, Italian Center, Stamford, CT. After a spectacular inaugural event, we'll be having another car show to support a variety of great charities. The weekend will be packed with activities, so plan on coming down early! Paul & Darry Bova, [email protected] or (203) 329-9710.

    Wednesday, October 4 - Season Finale track event at Pocono Raceway, Empire State Region, 1-day Track Event sponsored by Classic Coach and Premier Financial Services. Info: Bob Coates (718) 981-8764 (evenings), or [email protected]

    Friday-Sunday, October 13-15 – The Maine Event – The 5th annual FCA/New England Region weekend ramble on the coast of Maine. With scenic coastal drives, great meals, shopping, and tall tales. Glenn Farrell, Maine Chapter President, 207-363-8053 or [email protected].

    Sunday, October 22 – Sunday Brunch, drive and Grand Prix of Brazil viewing! We'll be meeting early for a leisurely Sunday morning drive, concluding at Ferrari of New England, 1203 Washington Street, West Newton, MA 02465, for brunch and a viewing of the Brazilian GP. Bruce Ledoux, Mass. Chapter President, at (617) 946-4040 or [email protected].

    Sunday, December 10 - 6th Annual Gift Wrapping and Presentation at the Connecticut Children's Medical Center. The FCA/NER is continuing our now long-standing tradition of getting together to wrap gifts and present them to patients at the Connecticut Children's Medical Center. Here's your chance to help wrap toys for sick kids, then see their faces when you present them along with Mario Claus! Dave Friar, Regional Co-Director, at (860) 678-1291 or [email protected].


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  2. Speedracer38

    Speedracer38 F1 Veteran

    Oct 11, 2004
    5,187
    Connecticut
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    Jason Thorgalsen
    Looks like another great year Dennis! I'm glad theres an event on my birthday this year :)
     
  3. Prova85

    Prova85 Formula 3

    Nov 13, 2003
    1,996
    So. Shore MA.
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    Kenny K
    Conflict ! The MOT website has the Tutto on Sat the 5th and a Miata show on the 6th. Anyways good to see it moved to Aug and staying at the MOT.
     
  4. enjoythemusic

    enjoythemusic F1 World Champ

    Apr 20, 2002
    10,676
    Worldwide
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    Steven
    Dennis,

    That is great news and look foward to seeing eveyone at the Watkins Glen and also Lime Rock.
     

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