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Turn the clock back to 1997 when a few local shop owners had an idea to draw people to the downtown to shop. At that time they had no idea they had created one of the best mixed car shows in North America with the net proceeds going to local charity. From 430 registered cars to well over 1700 in 2011. This being my final year, living on no sleep from Friday until Sunday I can now relax and enjoy the show while taking a walk down memory lane. 2006 was my first year as chair, I had a head of thick black hair. Wow 2012, I still have that thick head of hair but now with a bit more gray and a lot of stories to tell. I became a director in 1999, filled with excitement and ideas. I held several positions before I became chair, I was treasurer and risk management. A.K.A. NO FUN was my nickname for always saying NO! to some of the crazy ideas on safety and costs that were presented at each meeting). Then I became in charge of the portable toilets/radios. I was told “this the most important job” (A.K.A Crapper Jack which is still one of my jobs today). I have been through the rainiest Cruise-in ever in history where you saw more umbrellas than cars.
You would have thought it was the middle of December and also some of the hottest when you did not want the show to end. I have met and worked with lots of great people over the last many years and would not trade any of those experiences for anything. This event is something that everyone in the community, from the volunteers, the sponsors, riCCardo the spectators, and the vehicle owners should be very proud of. Being a part of this event has set the stage for communities to copy but never duplicate. Welcome to Cruise-In 2012 Saturday Sept 8, the main event we all look forward to every year, the streets come alive early in downtown Langley, with some of the finest show cars, trucks and specialty vehicles in North America. Bring the whole family and enjoy all sorts of displays geared for all ages. You will notice a few changes this year.
We now have the entire market place in the Cascades Casino parking lot as well as a huge display by GM Canada. Check out the builders in “Builders Alley” or maybe you would like to check out the beautiful pin up girls and fine old school customs at the “Side Show” in the Build Magazine display just off of Fraser Hwy. Take a stroll through the crème de la crème of the sestito Concours d‘elegance which will wow your senses, set against the beautiful backdrop of Douglas Park. Be sure to try your luck on some of the raffles, especially “The Cruise-In Ultimate Garage Package.” Get your tickets early to avoid disappointment of a sell out. As always souvenirs, hats, T-shirts and of course the 2012 poster. Don’t forget to visit the fine shops in the area and enjoy the food offered by the local charities and restaurants. IN-N-Out Burgers is back by popular
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It’s hard to believe, but the Ultimate Garage raffle is back and even bigger than before. Worth a staggering $19,977.12, this year’s Ultimate Garage features 86 different items, ranging in price from $4.99 to $3,000, which are donated to the raffle by Lordco Auto Parts and its suppliers. It’s every mechanic’s dream shop in one package. “It has almost everything a home shop would need,” said Mike Coates, branch manager of Lordco Auto Parts in Langley. “Anyone who has a shop established already or just a little garage at home would find it really useful.” Since the show’s beginning, Lordco has been sponsoring the Langley Good Times Cruise-In by building a “garage” worth of tools and equipment to put up for raffle. All proceeds go directly to the Cruise-In charities, which Coates says is the best part of the whole kit. “I am a hot rod guy, I see cars all the time so I don’t usually go to other car shows. But the
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Strolling down the crowded streets of Langley City during Cruise-In, you may see the glittering cars, hear the twang of Elvis playing and, of course, smell the festival food grilling on the barbecue. So when your hot rod hunger becomes too much to stand, it’s time to head over to a Cruise-In food vendor. Set up throughout the show grounds, local organizations will be serving fresh hot dogs, hamburgers and other goodies to keep your engine fueled for the day. In the past, food sales have raised an average of $25,000 in extra donations to give to the Cruise-In charities. This is on top of the regular $100,000 that is usually raised by the Cruise-In. Stop by one of the many locations for a delicious bite from your local volunteers:
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And, while it may be a U.S. company, the Cruise-In — a Canadian event that raises money for local charities — is happy to extend a warm welcome to business from across the border, according to Taylor. “I would welcome any restaurant chain to do what they do,” he said. “They donate the food, their staff, and the facilities. The only thing we pay for is the cost of their fuel to drive from Los Angeles and back.” One of In-N-Out Burger’s vice presidents, Carl Van Fleet, said the 64-year-old restaurant chain, owned by the Snyder family, is honoured to once again be part of the event. “We are pleased to be a part of the Cruise-In,” he told The Times. “As a pioneer of the drive-through, we have enjoyed a long association with cars and car enthusiasts. We really feel it is a great event — a great way to provide philanthropic support. And once again, we will donate all the net proceeds to the Cruise-In charities.” n
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2012 at the Shelby American facility. “The body got a new front and rear end. Then it got new suspension, brakes, tires, rims and a custom exhaust. I went for the full load and had a Shelby interior and shifter and chose the option of having the Lemans stripes painted on, not vinyl ones applied.” The original 412 hp Coyote engine was supercharged and race tuned and fitted with a cold air intake system. It was now producing 615 hp. “I had planned the delivery to come off the Shelby assembly line in time for their 50th anniversary celebrations and the Shelby people are fantastic to work with and be around. They were very proud of their history. “The best part of the delivery was taking the new vehicle out to Spring Mountain Race Track about
JIM MCGReGOR, lANGley TIMes CRUIse-IN RePORTeR an hour out of Las Vegas for an opportunity to race the car. There were literally hundreds of Shelbys out there, all years and all models. We were given a one-day novice driver training course then sent out on the track. “It was amazing. In the course, they showed us the signal to give if we wanted someone to go around us. I didn’t use it, nobody passed me.” Keith has other vehicles in his stable, including a couple of beautiful early T-bird convertibles. “I enjoy the classics but at times it’s nice to have something new and reliable to drive too. Recently we took the new GT350 on a Mustang run up to Manning Park, which was a great day. This will be my ‘sunny day car,’ I don’t believe in buying something and hiding it in a garage. “My only disappointment was not getting to meet Carroll Shelby. He was very sick and passed away not long after I took delivery. I had previously sent down my air bag cover for him to sign and that was one of the last few he did.” Was the 2012 conversion expensive? Let’s just say the base price of a 1965 Shelby 350 was $4,311 and that wouldn’t even cover the cost of painting the Lemans stripes on the new one. n
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a little over three seconds we pass 60 MPH, then 80. Just as I think he is going to enter the launch code, he backs off the pedal and we begin to immediately decelerate. “I bought this vehicle mainly as a collector car,” he explains “Tesla bought 2,500 Lotus chassis’ to use for the Roadster model and when I purchased this one, there were only 39 left in North America. I believe that this is the future of the automobile and that is positive for the environment.” The latest models have no transmission, as that was the weakest part in the drive train of the early models. If you
want to go in reverse, you simply push a button and the motor turns in the opposite direction. “Other than tires and brakes, there is very little maintenance. It comes with three types of chargers. The overnight charge is more than enough for the day’s driving. Charged on extended range mode, we have driven it to Whistler and back with no problems. The 50 amp and 70 amp chargers require a 220 circuit and we see more of those charging stations being installed throughout the province.” The single large battery that powers the Roadster is a 220 amp, 46 watt lithium
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The Fords are out and the Chevys are in, as 2012 marks the last year Riccardo Sestito remains president of the Langley Good Times Cruise-In. Sestito (ever a Ford fan) is passing the presidency torch to Eric Taylor (a self-proclaimed Chevrolet guy), who came on the executive committee as a director last year. Since taking over as president in 2006, Sestito and his devoted team have helped raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for local charities — a feat that even he has a hard time taking in. “I don’t even think about the money to be honest. My focus is on a quality show,” Sestito said. “Of course I always try to get as many bucks for charities as I can. But I just want to make sure things run smoothly, no one gets hurt and that the show goes on next year.” Before taking over as president, Sestito served many roles as a volunteer with the Cruise-In. He started off as the risk manager, and shortly after took over as treasurer. He even served the role of ‘Crapper Jack,’ a name he rightfully earned being in charge of setting up the toilets. It wasn’t long before he became the cruise-In vice-president, a title he held for five years before becoming president. Next year he’s “looking forward to doing nothing.” Although he will be sticking around as past-president, he says he feels relieved at finally being able to pass the reins to someone else. For him the best part of the show has always been the morning when the cars first start to roll in, and the very end when everything is finally over. “There are so many memories, but I love the end of the show on Sunday afternoon when it’s done,” he said. “You’re running on adrenaline for three to four days and then at the end on Sunday afternoon you’re sitting around wondering what to do.” Now it’s time for the spotlight to be taken over by Taylor, who is a perfect match for the role, Sestito said. “I’m liking what I see. I’m totally confident in Eric becoming president. I feel it’s going to be in good hands,” he said. But before crossing the finish line on his very last show, Sestito must show Taylor the rules of the roost. An event this large takes months of planning, and even Taylor was taken aback by how much time the volunteers contribute.
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“I don’t want to count the hours Riccardo puts into it because it’s massive, that has to be the biggest eye opener for me,” Taylor said. “Riccardo does it because he loves the Langley Cruise-In. And that’s why anyone should get involved, because they love it, because there is no money to be made.” Taylor has been involved with the Cruise-In for many years organizing the marketplace, and served as a director last year. This time around, he has been shadowing Sestito, “watching the things he worries about and the things he doesn’t worry about,” he said. “I hope to manage not to trip. The show has its own life and I’m hoping I don’t do something so wrong I mess it up,” Taylor said with a laugh. For him, the single most important part of the Cruise-In is raising money for the charities. “I love the charitable nature of it,” he said. “If it was a for-profit show I wouldn’t be interested. If a company was running it trying to make money, I don’t really care, that’s not where my heart is. “My interest in Cruise-In is all about raising money for charity. It’s about how we can give back to the community.” n
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Langley Good Times Cruise-In will feature some of the hottest cars and trucks on the show circuit, but it’s on the following day that you’ll have your best chance to purchase one of them, or to look for that elusive part. The annual Swap Meet and Car Corral will take place on Sunday, Sept. 9, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the parking lot of Kwantlen Polytechnic University, just off Highway 10 and Glover Road. It may be a small meet, but it’s large in popularity, said Steve Paul, organizer of the event and a board member for the KPU Foundation. “It was decided a few years back to extend the venue of the Cruise-In, and what we found was that people were showing up on Sunday, and there was very little going on,” he explained. Created through a partnership between the Kwantlen Polytechnic University Foundation and the Langley Good Times Cruise-In, the meet raises thousands of dollars to be split between both organiza-
tions each year. Proceeds donated to the KPU Foundation go towards Kwantlen’s sponsorship program for students who can’t afford classes. “It’s the town and gown connection and this is an excellent way for the Langley Good Times Cruise-In to do what it’s doing for the community, and it’s a venue that allows CruiseIn to work with Kwantlen to create an opportunity for bursaries and scholarships as well,” Paul said. There are two components to the Swap Meet. The first is the actual parts swap, which will offer everything from rusty door handles for that rare make and model, to new tools and more. The second component is the Car Corral, where owners can put their car in the mix and up for sale. It could be a finished, show-quality hot rod or classic car, or a project waiting for a motivated new owner. Paul says the popular Car Corral featured at the Swap Meet was started out of necessity. “People who were showing their
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Beyond showing off incredible cars and raising money for charities, Cruise-In also has a huge impact on the local business community. With downtown streets shut down and crowds of 100,000 people wondering about, it’s a prime opportunity for local storefronts to show off what they’re all about. Cruise-In has been hit hard by businesses in the past, who are upset over the loss of parking spaces and the inaccessibility that happens when street closures are in effect. But as one business owner says, “you just have to look at the bright side.” Heather Jenkins, owner of 1 Fish 2 Fish Fresh Seafood Market on the one-way portion of Fraser Highway, has embraced the Cruise-In since she opened her store 14 years ago. Although she sells seafood, not cars, and her biggest connection to the car community is that she “drives one,” Jenkins looks forward to the event every year. “It’s a great, great event,” she said. “I can’t believe how much money it has raised for nonprofits. It’s awesome. “It’s not necessarily the best financial day for us, but what other day can you get 100,000 people walking past your front door? So it’s your job as a
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business to attract their attention, and usually someone saw you who didn’t know you were there before.” Located right in the heart of Cruise-In action, Jenkins does her best to display to visitors what 1 Fish 2 Fish has to offer. She sets up a table outside her store and sells salmon jerky and smoked salmon to hungry passersby. She also has staff members walking throughout the crowd with flyers and promotions. “You really just have to try to grab people’s attention and have a good time with it,” she said. “There’s so many different opportunities that you can take.” Although it is harder for regular customers to make it to the store, and sales are much lower than a typical Saturday, Jenkins doesn’t complain. “It’s once a year, it’s one day, and it does create so much awareness for the charities. It’s such a good feeling event,” she said. “I love the energy — the energy of the crowd, the people, and the local restaurants do so well. It’s a great day for them. There are some naysayers, but the majority of us are supportive of it. “We just try to have a good time and enjoy.” n
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Classic Mustang MIRANDA GATHERCOLE, LANGLEY TIMES CRUISE-IN REPORTER
When “some ordinary guy” approached Jeremy Mannall-Fretwell at Cruise-In last year looking for some Mustang parts, he had no idea just how lucky he was. Mannall-Fretwell, owner of Classic Mustang parts in Victoria, was about to aid in the creation of a replica Steve McQueen bullet car for the TV show Alcatraz — not a bad connection to make at his very first Cruise-In appearance. “It was pretty cool because they were building a special car for a cool show that I was looking forward to myself,” MannallFretwell said. “So not only was it a financial benefit but it was also a neat experience to be involved with. “And when the show was finally on TV, we could say ‘hey, that was in my garage’ or ‘hey, that’s the part that I had to go dig out of my old barn.’ That kind of stuff was really quite cool.” The show Alcatraz, which was partly filmed in Vancouver, aired for one season in January of 2012 before being cancelled. Mannall-Fretwell and his wife watched the show every week for any sign of the car. “The best part about the show was that the car wasn’t the focus of the show. It was just the car she drove in the show. And they never explained any links to the whole Steve McQueen thing. The premiss of the show had a lot of tie-in’s to the 1960s, so you could see it was maybe leading up to it at some point,” he said. Prior to attending Cruise-In in 2011, Mannall-Fretwell had never heard of the show. In fact, he knew little about cars either until two and a half years ago. That’s when he purchased the small business Classic Mustang as a project. Having his masters in public administration, Mannall-Fretwell spent many years working as a consultant in road safety for ICBC, not fixing cars.
But, as he claims “I needed something to do, so I thought what better to do than buy a failing business and pump all of my savings into it?” At the time the most he knew about cars is that they “had four wheels. I could fix a car but I wasn’t a car guy. In fact I vividly remember my dad saying to my mom ‘when is he going to learn to fix this?,’ and she saying ‘well maybe he’ll be rich enough to afford his own mechanic.’ And I kind of went with that,” he said. With a vision to create an online presence for Classic Mustang, Mannall-Fretwell has managed to turn both his business and his career around. Now, he is a familiar face at Mustang and Ford shows throughout the province, and once again will be returning to Cruise-In for 2012. For him, the biggest shock of the annual Langley show was its size. “I’ll tell you what the biggest impact was,” he said. “I woke up in the morning in the hotel at some ungodly hour, because car people like to get up early, and I could hear this sound outside. And I thought ‘what the hell is this roaring sound? It’s six in the morning, there should be birds chirping.’ “I pulled back the curtains at the window and the cars were lined up out onto the highway, and they were all idling waiting to get into Downtown Langley to take their spots. And it’s not even 7 a.m. Most car shows I go to cars start showing up between 8 and 9 a.m., by 10 o’clock everything is up and running. I actually got into a traffic jam leaving the hotel trying to get to my booth spot. “So that more than anything was the biggest impact on me. Oh my god this is a really big show. I was really impressed.” For more on Classic Mustang, visit Mannnall-Fretwell’s booth at Cruise-In or go to www.classicmustang.ca. n
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Come one, come all to witness the circus of car anomalies, where the best of the best hand-built custom cars will be on display. View these “freaks” and “outcasts” of the car world at the corner of 56 Avenue and Fraser Highway, where the Cruise-In customs sideshow will take place. Following the footsteps of lasts year’s inaugural event, the sideshow will give builders an opportunity to show off their custommade cars. And this doesn’t necessarily mean million dollar cars. They can range anywhere from $1,000 to $100,000 in worth. What matters here is creativity, quality and heart — not wallets. “We often get mistaken for rat rods because
our cars are a little bit more extreme than they were back in the day,” said Garrett Cahoon, organizer of the event and owner of Build Magazine. “If a car was lowered a couple inches, now it is lowered seven. Everything is just a little more extreme.” Featuring a 1930s and 1940s carnival theme, the area has a selection of custom bikes and cars that don’t often make it to regular shows. “We keep it to the handcrafted cars with a little more character,” Cahoon said. “A lot of these cars are cars people have built themselves. So when you talk to someone about your car
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“Are you ready? Let’s go.” I registered my dad’s waking and crawled out of bed. I glanced at the clock and smiled. In five minutes, I was downstairs, clad in an AC/DC T-shirt and worn jeans that had been ripped with an X-Acto knife two summers ago. I could hear the house reverberate with the rumble of the Willys as it came to life, my father backing it out of the garage and into the driveway. I jumped in and slammed the door once, twice, before my father reached across and slammed it for me. I thought there had to be some secret trick to it. Streetlights commenced their dim lighting as the MalISSa rest of the neighbourhood clung to the last hours of sleep. We looked at each other and laughed in spite of ourselves as the car roared down the road, unable to control its noise any more than we could contain our excitement. Heads turned as people openly stared in their cars as we reached the highway. The Willys announced its presence with great authority. My father stared straight ahead, but I could see a smile playing at the corners of his mouth. I surveyed the road from inside the black painted coupe, where I saw a man in the car beside us giving the thumbs up. My father nodded in his direction, engaging the clutch and speeding off as the light changed to green. We approached the congregation of old muscle cars with increasing attention. People as thick as molasses clogged the roads near 56 Avenue, We
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I went back in time. I wasn’t more than three years old, and I could recall standing in Neil’s Paint Garage looking at the hollow and sanded body, lying decrepitly on the floor. I remembered sitting on the concrete steps of the shop at our old house while my father painstakingly inserted the engine with the help of the cherry picker, which evoked further memories of the little
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stereo in the corner that blasted “Supernaut” and “Hand of Doom” with all its tinny glory. “...really from three different bodies,” my father recounted among the masses. “One was a rusted old piece of shit that I found upside down with a bullet hole through the middle. That was a real hassle, that one.” Everyone chuckled with wide eyes. I glanced over at him from beside the brilliant blue Mustang where I stood. The sun reflecting off the paint seared my eyes, so I squinted. Older men in jean jackets peered into the coupe and under the hood, circling the Willys to observe every angle. “This really is a beast, buddy,” a scruffy man remarked. “Wow. Perfectly restored and everythin’. You don’t see one of these everyday.” I ran my eyes along the double white stripes of the Mustang and saw myself grinning in the tailgate. The sun was high as we squinted into the window of a ‘71 Roadrunner, admiring the leather interior and the customized bodywork that looked as if it was painted yesterday. We came to the engine, where I laughed at one of many cautionary signs. “A classic auto is like another man’s wife - look and admire, but do not touch.” We wandered through the crowds and around the block, examining ‘70 Novas, ‘55 Chevys, and ‘68 Camaros. I marveled at the uniqueness of each, thinking of the time that went into making them something to show off. Inspiration and comfort fused into a simultaneous feeling. “Are you hungry?” my father asked as I started to look into a bright red Chevelle. “Let’s get some breakfast. I know a good place.” We made our way around the corner and down two blocks. People of all walks of life infiltrated the streets as well as the sidewalks, and I could see more occupying various cafes and pawn shops through the glass win-
dows. I smiled at a young girl sitting in a stroller in the shape of a pink Bonneville. The smell of burning hot dogs accented the atmosphere while Led Zeppelin crooned from some blessed source. My father opened the door to Rosie’s Diner, an insignificant looking establishment that appeared to be adorned by my grandmother. “I come here every Wednesday for lunch,” he said as we chose a booth. We both ordered the same thing, Rosie’s Deluxe Brunch, since he assured me that they made the best sausages in the entire town. “So, are we going out tonight?” he looked up at me before spooning a forkful of hashbrowns into his mouth. I smiled. “Yeah, this is the big one, right?” “Mhmm.” He finished off his enormous glass of milk. “It sure is.” The night was crisp and ringing with the sound of revving engines by the time we rounded the corner. Metallica was blasting from the twin subs, and the Willys made a scene of its own as we contributed to the symphony. Classic cars filled every parking lot and corner; every street was alive with burning rubber and supercharged V-8s. People lined the sidewalks as if we were the main attraction of a Macy’s Day Parade, and cops could be seen on patrol every which way. Cat-calls and incredulous shouts erupted as we cruised the town in relaxed fashion, finally pulling into the back of a dim A&W parking lot to give the car a rest. My father turned off the ignition and flipped several switches while steam radiated from the hood. “Damn,” he mumbled as he confirmed overheating with a glance at the water temperature gauge. He opened the door and raised the hood as scorching heat immediately hit his face. My father cursed and turned away, telling me to get water from inside. I entered the restaurant and asked for two full large cups. My father carefully poured them into the radiator, which wasn’t nearly
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enough, and I repeated the process several times. On the fourth or fifth run, the manager noticed me, approaching us through the back door to investigate. He was a tall, lanky man with befitting spectacles perched on his slim nose. “I saw her with the water and I just thought I’d see what was going on,” he said. “It just overheated here. But it’ll be fine,” my father explained as he crouched to continue pouring water. “Ahh. Yes. These things do need maintenance, don’t they,” he said, scratching his head. “My, there’s so many police out tonight! I tell you, last year there was so much noise when people came roaring down this street, there was smoke everywhere. It’s a lot more controlled now, that’s how it should be.” “Oh for sure,” my father nodded. “You don’t need these crazy people to be waking up the whole town.” “Exactly, exactly,” the manager nodded. “It is good for business though, I have all my staff working overtime! They aren’t too happy with me right now,” he chuckled as he turned to leave. “Well, let me know if you need anything more. Don’t want them running off on me.” My father and I left the Willys to simmer in the lot, and we joined the crowd on
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Beyond attracting foreign visitors, Kulchiski believes the Cruise-In is very positive for local residents as well. "It also ultimately is not just an economic benefit, but events also contribute to the quality of life for residents," she said. By showing off Langley's greatest features, "it helps with community pride," she said. When you've finished admiring cars, head over to the many other attractions Langley has to offer. The Village of Fort Langley has many unique shops and restaurants in an historic setting. Step into the past at the Fort Langley National Historic Site (23433 Mavis St.), where costumed interpreters relive the glory days of fur trading along the Fraser River. Walk through original heritage buildings and discover the art of barrel making, gold panning and blacksmithing. Then visit the Fort Langley Heritage CN Rail Station on the corner of Glover Road and Mavis
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Taking the WHEEL Big wheels will continue to keep on turning at the Langley Good Times Cruise-In, as long as there are volunteers like Gordon Stebanuk and his wife Audrey to steer it full speed ahead. The Langley couple have dedicated tireless effort throughout the year to making the annual auto event a show that is quickly garnering an international reputation a huge success. “I really enjoy volunteering," said Gordon, who has been lending a helping hand at the Cruise-In for the past 13 years. "You get to see some great cars, meet a lot of different people and help some important local charities." The semi-retired 70-year-old, who runs a mobile welding and mechanic company, stages the cars in the Kwantlen Polytechnic University parking lot at the crack of dawn before they are sent to park. Audrey may be retired, but she is certainly no side-passenger when it comes to her husband's philanthropy. The proud grandmother is also a big fan of classic cars and has two important volunteer roles at the CruiseIn as secretary and director. Audrey took over the latter position after filling in for a friend who never returned to her post. "She was sick and never did get better so I took over and have been do-
ing it ever since," she said matter-offactly. While there are several volunteers who have helped out since the event's inception, like the Stebanuks, the next generation will have to step up to the plate for the show to motor on, according to Gordon. "A lot of us volunteers are getting up there in age, it has been a lot of the same people doing the same job year after year. If they enjoy the cars and want to keep it going, the newer generation has got to take over. Otherwise, it's going to be lost." And, volunteering for the Cruise-In is no casual feat; it's a year-long commitment, according to Gordon. "When the Cruise-In is over, our work is just beginning. We are right back at it planning the next show. It's hard work, but it's also a lot of fun. You meet a lot of great people." Gordon has been fascinated with cars all of his life, but it wasn't until their kids grew up and moved out of the house that his hobby blossomed into a full-blown love affair. "Gordon has always enjoyed restoring his cars, he takes great pride in them," said Audrey. "It's really nice to get up on a Sunday and go cruising in a 1959 convertible. My granddaughters really love it too." The Stebanuks own a pretty impressive fleet of hot wheels, which includes a matched set of Chrysler ➤
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Barricade crews are a key element in making sure the Langley Good Times Cruise-In runs smoothly. They respond to visitor questions, assist in traffic flow around town and ensure that parking and event rules are adhered to. It’s a big job, but Wayne Patterson is happy to stand guard. The Langley Rotarian will once again be manning the gates and barriers with a team of volunteers for an event that attracts hundreds of thousands of spectators to Langley City’s downtown core. While the Cruise-In has always operated like a well-oiled machine, there’s the odd speed bump along the way, according to Patterson. “All cars have to pay a registration fee to be in the event, this is why we have barricades, and security,” said the father of two who has been vol-
unteering for the Cruise-In for three years. “In past years, the casino parking lot has been an issue because we did not use the complete parking area. Cars would sneak in past unmanned barricades and when we were asked to move and go register, there was an argument.” Last year, there was one person looking after the parking lot of the casino, this year there are six personnel and an area supervisor, he added. “We are putting a few more people out there to turn people around and put more money back into the charities because that’s what the event is all about.” Patterson is often surprised to hear that there are still many spectators who don’t realize that every cent that goes into the Cruise-In’s official charities.
“The fact that all proceeds go to charity, well, that’s really something to be proud of.” The Cruise-In is always in need of volunteers, but Patterson is pleased with the number of individuals and groups he has signed up this year to work the barricades. “We have had more groups getting together, like a couple of soccer club that will look after a barricade. We’ve actually had to turn some people around who wanted to volunteer for gate time.” Patterson, a branch manager for United Rentals in Langley, grew up around muscle cars. “My dad got me under the hood of cars very young and it grew from there into an expensive hobby.” Patterson’s impressive fleet of muscle cars includes a 71 Buick Block Chevy Nova, Porsche, Transam and
a Dodge Challenger - The latter is his latest project. Volunteering at the Cruise-In is a lot of work, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t time for play. “I just really enjoy the fellowship of everyone down there,” said Patterson, who has met some interesting people at the Cruise-In over the years. “Everyone has a story to tell the car people, the volunteers. It’s a great event.” This year, Patterson is looking forward to sunny skies, a big turnout and a vast array of unique automobiles. “It sounds like it’s going to be another stellar year. According to the longterm weather forecast we are going to have some great weather, there will be some new cars and items to show off to everybody.” n
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Summer is here and along with that comes many opportunities to display your classic vehicle across the province. How do you decide which ones to attend? In this day and age, most people sit down at the computer and type in the name of the show and, if the promoters have done their homework, everything you need to know will pop up at your fingertips. Jim Robinson from WPX Web Design in Langley designs the Langley Good Times Cruise-in website. Over the years the information on the site has expanded from pictures of the previous year’s event to providing on-line registration, site maps of the event, a list of sponsors with links to their business profiles and information on the volunteers and Directors. “The site gets busy as the summer approaches,” says Jim. “We mea-
sure the effectiveness by the number of new visitors each month and we make sure that’s when the new information is available.” Director Lori Watts is pleased with the upgrades to the site. “Adding the Frequently Asked Questions feature and providing a Guest sign – in page has allowed us to become more interactive with those people who have been to the show or are coming for the first time. The site is accessed by people from all over the world and many tourists make the show an annual destination or have attended it while on vacation.” The website for the Langley Cruisein is: www.langleycruise-in.com n
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GIVES Back pital equipment and supporting volunteer programs. The Auxiliary usually does two pledge drives per year, in June and December, where they will purchase equipment based on a wish list provided by the hospital. With the help of money received from Cruise-In last year, the auxiliary was able to buy new blood pressure machines, new hospital beds and upgrade medical imaging machines. This year they hope to use donations from the show to help fund a maternity clinic expansion at the hospital. The organization usually gets most of its funding through the Penny Pincher Thrift Shop, donations in memory of loved ones, bequests from estates, grants and cash donations, so extra support from the Cruise-In gives them even more means to help the hospital. "Cruise-In gives a significant dona-
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Local charities the big winners Langley Stroke Recovery The Langley Good Times Cruise-In is the main supporter of Langley Stroke Recovery, and without them the organization would not be able to stay afloat, says Marilyn Piticco, co-ordinator of Langley Stoke Recovery. "They love our program and the reason we have been able to be there is because of them," she said. "We just would not have been able to do it without them." A branch of the Stroke Recovery Association of BC, Langley Stroke Recovery provides support and services for stroke survivors to integrate back into normalized life. Focusing on improving areas of mobility, speech and communication, mental stimulation and counseling, the organization truly adheres to their slogan, 'there is hope after stroke.' "Recovery from stroke does happen," Piticco said. "They can get their speech back, moving their arm again can happen, and walking with a walker instead of sitting in a wheelchair can happen." Because of past support from the Cruise-In, Langley Stroke Recovery has been able to expand their programs to offer better rehabilitation resources for stroke survivors. Beginning as just a one day a week operation, Piticco increased this to two days a week and then three. She was able to create a new website, extend the time of speech therapy sessions, hire counsellors and create resource office hours at the Walnut Grove Community Centre, where they are located. "Because of having their funding for so long, the continuity has allowed me to plan and dream and make the organization what it should be," Piticco said. However, because Cruise-In was cancelled in 2010, she had to decrease operations back to only two days a week. Now, even with Cruise-In support last year, Langley Stroke Recovery still has not managed to recover fully. They are still operating at two days a week, and had Cruise-In been
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cancelled again, this would have been scaled back to one day. "We're still short $5-$10,000 in operations. The Cruise-In covers a huge amount, it really helps us, but we still need to find more," Piticco said. "We do the best we can with other smaller donations, but we're still not at the point where we're fully funded." Cruise-In truly is the lifeline that keeps Langley Stroke Recovery alive, Piticco said. "I was always praying that someone would come along and do a big fundraiser for us, and we were so lucky to be chosen by the Cruise-In over the years," she said. Stop by the Langley Stroke Recovery tent on Cruise-In day to learn more about their programs and stroke recovery. "We can't say enough about Cruise-In, they have done so much," Piticco said. For more on Langley Stroke Recovery, visit www.langleystrokerecovery.com. Valley Therapeutic Equestrian Association Helping hospital patients and stroke survivors, the Langley Good Times Cruise-In will also once again be benefitting clients of The Valley Therapeutic Equestrian Association. Providing assistance for special needs children and adults, VTEA offers therapeutic horseback riding to boost physical, mental and emotional well being. Siobhan McKenzie, office coordinator at VTEA explains: "It's practising hippotherapy which utilizes a horse for physical exercise. For example, this is great for someone confined to a wheelchair who does not have use of their legs. When they're on a horse, the horse's movement actually stimulates the exact same movement as a human walking. It helps develop muscle tone, upper strength and body core strength that would not be developed because they are confined to a chair. It really develops a lot of muscles that wouldn't be used otherwise. That's the physical part. But it
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also builds confidence and provides a sense of freedom." With 80 to 100 clients in their programs each year, donations to VTEA go directly to benefit the riders. "The money goes wherever it is most needed," McKenzie said. This includes running the programs and caring for the 13 horses they currently have, from vet bills to feeding and shoeing them. All of their clients pay a subsidized fee for their classes, which is up to 50 per cent cheaper than regular trail rides. McKenzie says this is to account for extra financial strain that is placed on families caring for children and adults with disabilities. Since receiving their donations from last year's Cruise-In, VTEA has been able to build five new stalls for their horses, purchase feed and pay for other expenses such as grain and farrier bills. Hay alone costs $12,000 a year, so any extra donations go a long way. "It's hard to fathom how much everything costs," McKenzie said. "The donations from Cruise-In are huge — they're one of our largest donators, and we are extremely grateful." VTEA primarily runs private classes, where the program is individually tailored to the specific rider. However they also offer some group classes for returning clients who are more experienced riders. "We have 10 acres of trails, they're beautiful. They're sensory trails, and especially for a kid with autism this is huge," Mckenzie said. "There's lots to capture their eyes and stimulate their imaginations." McKenzie says that it's supporters like the Cruise-In that keep their programs going. "We run month to month, and being a non-profit we definitely struggle," she said. "Every penny counts. It's 100 per cent significant." For more on Valley Therapeutic Equestrian Association, visit www.vtea.ca. n
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