tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-32640037520205510262024-02-01T20:03:55.044-08:00Jimmy's Old Car PicnicSan Francisco's most beloved classic car event! Started in 1988, Jimmy's Old Car Picnic is a benefit for the Developmentally Disabled and welcomes everyone with a good attitude! Our official website: www.jimmyspicnic.comJamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-28456443165771712012013-09-15T20:11:00.000-07:002013-09-15T20:11:05.492-07:00THANK YOU SPONSORS!Thanks to our Picnic sponsors!!
We'd like to thank these Picnic supporters for their generosity!
Thanks
to our friends at Dudley Perkins Co. for becoming our first Super Duty
455 sponsor this year! They've been around since 1914!! When you go in
for Harley-Davidson stuff, thank them for supporting the Picnic!
Dudley Perkins Company
Big
thanks to Look Gallery, San Francisco forJamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-60474107575725281682013-08-06T13:56:00.000-07:002013-08-06T13:56:05.368-07:00Save the date- October 19, 2013!Hi folks!
Jimmy's 25th Annual Old Car Picnic is Sunday, October 19, 2013 in historic Speedway Meadow! If you aren't a member of our facebook group, be sure to join the fun at "I love Jimmy's Old Car Picnic!"
If you'd like us to email you a flier that you can print and distribute far and wide, just drop us a note a jimmyspicnic at gmail dot com.
It's our Silver Anniversary-- can you believe it?!Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-83478532661622788012012-10-01T14:27:00.005-07:002012-10-01T14:27:44.563-07:00THANK YOU!On behalf of the Jimmy's Picnic team, many many thanks to those who came out to enjoy the fog this past Saturday at the 24th Annual Jimmy's Picnic! We had a great time and hope you did too.
We're still recovering, but hope to be able to post some more info about this year's event soon. In the meantime, be sure to join our Facebook friends in the group "I Love Jimmy's Old Car Picnic!" and share Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-16294508879881621842012-09-25T13:47:00.000-07:002012-09-25T13:47:06.118-07:00Raffle prizes & sponsors!Hi all! Gearing up for the Picnic THIS SATURDAY!
Just wanted to let you know about the great raffle prizes we've received from supporters in the community!
- San Remo Hotel, North Beach, SF- 2 one night stays
- Fine Arts Museums of SF- 2 VIP passes to the de Young Museum/Legion of Honor
- Western Neighborhoods Project- SF history prize packs
- International Fire, Inc- 4 fire extinguishers
- Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-84484460484348819702012-08-29T21:02:00.005-07:002012-08-29T21:02:57.501-07:00Big thanks to Picnic supporters!We'd like to thank those who've sponsored the Picnic this year and those who've donated prizes for the raffle! We feel it's important to get the community involved and we really appreciate our local businesses who have been so generous.
If you know of a business who'd like to help support our efforts, while reaching a great audience, please contact us-- sponsorship opportunities are still Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-91878749132974523412012-06-24T17:20:00.004-07:002012-06-24T17:20:38.468-07:00Saturday, SEPTEMBER 29, 2012- SAVE THE DATE!
Hi everyone!
Hope you're as excited about the upcoming Picnic as we are. This year, it'll be on Saturday, September 29 at historic Speedway Meadow in Golden Gate Park.
Just like last year, $40 donation to benefit the disabled, 7:00 am-4:00 pm, free for spectators!
We are looking for sponsors from the community! Our first sponsor of the year is RECOLOGY! Reach a wide and wonderful audienceJamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-81624746184697787232011-10-16T10:25:00.000-07:002011-10-16T10:29:42.804-07:00THANK YOU!Jimmy and the OCP's Board of Directors want to thank everyone who made it out to the Park yesterday for the 23rd Annual Old Car Picnic! It was a beautiful day with great cars, friendly people, and a positive atmosphere! (as usual!)We are still figuring out the totals for things, and we'll let you know how it went, but it'll be a few days--we're still beat from yesterday ;)If you have any picturesJamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-75530947792073670492011-08-21T21:27:00.001-07:002011-08-21T21:29:36.147-07:00SF Weekly article concerning the PicnicHere's some background information about the Picnic and the organizations for the Developmentally Disabled that we've supported for many years. It's also an eye-opening look at what's going on with the City and its politics.
http://www.sfweekly.com/2011-08-10/news/rec-park-department-assisted-services-division-holiday-party-matt-smith/Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-9194104345748373832011-07-20T22:45:00.000-07:002011-07-20T22:50:02.677-07:00Save the date! Saturday, October 15, 2011!Hey all!It's been awhile, but just wanted to let you know that the Picnic Crew is busy getting the details together for the 23rd Annual Jimmy's Old Car Picnic!Here's what we can tell you: Save the date for Saturday, October 15, 2011Where? Speedway Meadow, Golden Gate ParkWhen? 7 am -4 pmCost? $40 per entryYear cut off? 1980We are looking for sponsors from the community! The Picnic is a great way Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-62284619177944406002010-10-07T09:36:00.000-07:002010-10-07T09:52:55.963-07:00More great sponsors!!We appreciate all the support we are getting from our community! Please check out these businesses and services and let them know you thank them for supporting the Picnic!J2 Golden Rocket SponsorsMobile D's DetailingLast Originals Car Club- Car & motorcycle show on Sat, Oct 23 at Red's Java House, SF! http://www.lastoriginals.com/Matco ToolPissed Off Pete's4528 Mission StSan Francisco, CA Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-46623004636630003082010-09-23T10:12:00.000-07:002010-09-23T10:25:11.249-07:002 New J2 Golden Rocket Sponsors!Thanks to our two newest J2 Golden Rocket Sponsors!(Golden Rocket engine image, courtesy of Street Rodder)Paul's Battery & Tire Company4620 Geary Blvd (between 10th Ave & 11th Ave)San Francisco, CA 94118(415) 221-9100A long-time Richmond District favorite, let Paul's help you out with your car! Ted's Market & Delicatessen1530 Howard St.(between 11th & 12th Streets, South of Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-86432108771888390522010-09-21T17:39:00.000-07:002010-09-21T17:44:53.740-07:00J2 Golden Rocket Sponsor- California ChoppersThanks to our J2 Golden Rocket Sponsor, California Choppers!Since 1975, the original home of the Frisco style chopper.1490 Howard St. San Francisco, CA | (415) 431-8181Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-82549457902918968192010-09-20T18:15:00.000-07:002010-09-20T18:17:59.004-07:00Rumors!We have been hearing some weird rumors recently, and one that keeps coming up is that people will not be allowed to BBQ or bring their own food to the Picnic! Not sure how this rumor came about but that is absolutely false! People are more than welcome to bring their own food and have always been welcome to do so. We just ask that people be considerate and don't litter or throw their BBQ ashes onJamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-89045226244949183302010-09-19T09:50:00.001-07:002010-09-19T09:53:52.015-07:00J2 Golden Rocket Sponsor-Carl & Dan's ChevronThanks to our J2 Golden Rocket Sponsor, Carl & Dan's Automotive (Chevron) on Geary Blvd, between 24th & 25th Avenues, San Francisco!Carl & Dan's Automotive6000 Geary BlvdSan Francisco, CA 94121-1908(415) 750-0111When you stop in for gas, let them know you appreciate them supporting the Picnic--a San Francisco tradition!Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-63016273783279984672010-09-16T09:59:00.000-07:002010-09-16T10:03:46.918-07:00Super Wildcat Sponsor-The Hard Wear StoreThanks to our Super Wildcat sponsor, The Hard Wear Store!Check out the Hard Wear Store for your work clothes--Ben Davis, Carhartt, Dickies-or for cool San Francisco gear!2401 Irving StreetSan Francisco, CA 94122ph: 415-682-9565www.hardwearsf.comJamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-55652407167558653732010-09-15T10:59:00.000-07:002010-09-15T11:04:03.479-07:00Twitter! Facebook! Blog! CafePress!Hi all,We are now officially in the 21st century with our blog and our Facebook page, and now we are using Twitter! Wow!Follow us on Twitter @JimmysPicnic http://twitter.com/JimmysPicnicRemember to join us on Facebook at: I love Jimmy's Old Car Picnic!And check out our online store at: www.cafepress.com/jimmyspicnic22Please be sure to share information with your friends who don't really use the Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-82257608479850454132010-09-12T10:14:00.000-07:002010-09-12T10:20:07.961-07:00Sponsorships available!We still have great sponsorship opportunities available at the Picnic! Contact us at jimmyspicnic@gmail.com.Special thanks to our Super Duty 455 sponsor, Angelina's Cafe & Deli!Angelina's is your source for delicious picnic food! Get your sandwiches and salads to bring to the Picnic-- it's close to the Park!6000 California St(between 22nd Ave & 23rd Ave)San Francisco, CA 94121CA Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-87367831571041007562010-08-29T18:25:00.000-07:002010-08-29T18:28:06.637-07:00Get your official merchandise!Hey there,We cannot sell t-shirts at the event, but you can order t-shirts for men, women, children, and babies at our official store site. We also have sweatshirts and hoodies available!www.cafepress.com/jimmyspicnic22Ordering online is the ONLY way you'll be able to get this merchandise. As you order, the pieces are printed on demand. This official gear features this year's design: a 1967 Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-32608222298204741222010-08-18T12:06:00.000-07:002010-08-18T12:15:38.010-07:00New stuff this yearHi all,Some things will be a little different this year at the 22nd Annual Jimmy's Old Car Picnic, so please take a look.- Event day is SATURDAY this year, not Sunday as in previous years. Remind your friends, especially the ones who aren't internet savvy!- Entry fee will be $40 at the gate. We had to raise the fee this year in order to cover the costs related to the sky-high permit fees. This isJamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-46203955264764665032010-07-14T20:47:00.000-07:002010-07-14T20:48:06.733-07:00GREAT NEWS!<!--StartFragment--> Dear friends, We are happy to let you know that YES, Jimmy’s 22nd Annual Old Car Picnic WILL be held this year! Please save the date for SATURDAY, October 16, 2010, Speedway Meadow, Golden Gate Park, San Francisco! This year brings some changes. Jimmy and his family have stepped back from organizing the event and have handed it over to a very capable group of friends--car Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-29904762599453028642010-03-11T19:54:00.001-08:002010-03-11T19:55:04.179-08:00A Must-See Interview!If you haven't seen it yet, check out this short video interview with Jimmy & team, as well as the response from Dennis Kern of the SF Recreation & Park Dept.http://cbs5.com/video/?id=61933@kpix.dayport.comJamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-8540711186451564712010-03-11T19:44:00.000-08:002010-03-11T19:49:57.814-08:00Recent Press Coverage!Check out some articles about the Picnic and some more about what is going on!Richmond Review & The Sunset Beacon: (Jimmy is on the cover of this month's Richmond Review!)http://www.sfrichmondreview.com/archives/richmondreview/2010editions/March10/richmondcurrentissue.htmlNY Times Bay Area Blog:http://bayarea.blogs.nytimes.com/2010/02/19/old-car-picnic-waits-to-hear-if-it-should-hit-the-road/Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-17096466952248084122010-03-11T19:32:00.000-08:002010-03-11T19:41:40.977-08:00The Rec & Park Commission MeetingHi everybody,There's been a lot going on and we've been delayed in getting the blog updated, but here's what's new:- Our team and our supporters went to the SF Rec & Park Commission hearing at City Hall on 2/18. It was a great meeting and wonderful to hear such words of support! Our supporters, some of whom waited 5 HOURS to speak, spoke with passion and heart! Curious about the hearing? Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-46697243642769135422010-02-13T11:11:00.000-08:002010-02-13T11:12:56.194-08:00Save the Date 2/18- Help Save the Picnic!Dear Friends,Jimmy’s Picnic is ON THE AGENDA for the NEXT SF Rec & Park Commission meeting!When: NEXT Thursday, 2/18, meeting starts at 1:00 pmWhere: SF City Hall, Rm 416What: The SF Rec & Park Commission will discuss whether or not they will allow us to hold the Picnic at Speedway Meadow, Golden Gate Park, in October 2010!The meeting start time has been changed a few times—but we got Jamie Ohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15202686990294384556noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3264003752020551026.post-33804502877445200062010-01-27T21:10:00.000-08:002010-01-27T21:16:28.521-08:00Sample Support Letter & Contact InfoHere's a sample support letter that you can use to show your support for keeping the Picnic in Golden Gate Park. Feel free to add your own details! Please remember to be positive and respectful and to copy us at savejimmyspicnic@gmail.com. THANKS!
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