Consider shopping at the Old Car Picnic's online store: www.cafepress.com/jimmyspicnic.
Lots of gifts featuring this year's Studebaker design.
Have a friend who loves Ford Falcons? Check out our online store: www.cafepress.com/jimmyspicnic08
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Happy Holidays! and a little update
Last week Jimmy & some of the Picnic crew went to the annual holiday party for Adaptive Recreation Programs, held in Golden Gate Park. Bay Area programs that serve Disabled people were invited. The 100+ clients who attend have a wonderful time every year—there is a hot lunch served by the SFFD, fun music, treats, and a visit by Santa! These people aren’t able to get out much and these parties mean a lot to them. We were told that they look forward to them all year and are happy to see their friends from other programs.
This event is being cut by the SF Rec & Park Dept. We were invited to the party because the Old Car Picnic directly benefits this program, but no matter-- it’s not enough to keep it running. Our donation from this year’s Picnic will most likely be going to another worthy SF organization that directly serves the disabled-- because this program will no longer exist.
This program has been part of the Rec & Park for over 40 yrs and is being cut because of the budget....
SF government likes to pride itself on its “inclusiveness” but it doesn’t seem to have many qualms about cutting programs for our most vulnerable neighbors-- people who can’t make a fuss about having their services cut, who can’t speak up for themselves. Rec & Park has not been easy for the Picnic organizers to deal with—they’d rather see the Picnic gone—and it feels like they don’t really care about what happens to the people we benefit, either. We just wanted to let fans of the Picnic know what is going on.
Thanks to Dave & Carolyn and all the dedicated and selfless people who serve our Disabled communities in the Bay Area!
This event is being cut by the SF Rec & Park Dept. We were invited to the party because the Old Car Picnic directly benefits this program, but no matter-- it’s not enough to keep it running. Our donation from this year’s Picnic will most likely be going to another worthy SF organization that directly serves the disabled-- because this program will no longer exist.
This program has been part of the Rec & Park for over 40 yrs and is being cut because of the budget....
SF government likes to pride itself on its “inclusiveness” but it doesn’t seem to have many qualms about cutting programs for our most vulnerable neighbors-- people who can’t make a fuss about having their services cut, who can’t speak up for themselves. Rec & Park has not been easy for the Picnic organizers to deal with—they’d rather see the Picnic gone—and it feels like they don’t really care about what happens to the people we benefit, either. We just wanted to let fans of the Picnic know what is going on.
Thanks to Dave & Carolyn and all the dedicated and selfless people who serve our Disabled communities in the Bay Area!
Monday, November 2, 2009
Already November!
Wow, it's November already!
Phew--that went fast. We are still doing follow up work with the SF Rec & Park Dept regarding the Picnic and its future.
The Picnic takes a TON of work and by the end of the event, we felt like passing out for a week straight--we are still recovering.... We'll post updates as we get them. Thanks!
Phew--that went fast. We are still doing follow up work with the SF Rec & Park Dept regarding the Picnic and its future.
The Picnic takes a TON of work and by the end of the event, we felt like passing out for a week straight--we are still recovering.... We'll post updates as we get them. Thanks!
Saturday, October 10, 2009
Trophy by Alex Smith! (not the 49er!)
Our friend, car guy and professional sculptor, Alexander Smith, has created this beautiful Picnic Choice award trophy this year! You have to see it up close--it's really a work of art.The Picnic Choice award is chosen every year by the organizers of the Picnic to be given to a really outstanding and interesting car. Any participating car is eligible to win this award!
For more of Alex's work, check out www.alexanderthesmith.com
Friday, October 9, 2009
Important things to know about the Picnic
Another update because we keep getting the same questions from people over and over!
-First we'd like to thank the folks at Steele Rubber Products for donating two awesome prize packs to the raffle and to Pissed Off Pete for donating a sweatshirt & t-shirt too!
Important things you need to know about Sunday:
- The admission is $30, no exceptions. There is no guest list, no comps. We had to raise the fee so we could pay OUR fees to throw the Picnic. This is the only way we could even have the Picnic this year. On top of paying the fees, we will still benefit the Developmentally Disabled. We are a nonprofit organization who hosts this Picnic because we feel it is important to help out our Disabled friends and neighbors AND we love the event!
- NO MODERN CARS. We have a very strict permit and cannot allow modern cars into the show. If you do bring one, you will be turned away. This is an OLD Car Show.
- Please don't try to sneak in to avoid paying or to bring in your modern car. This is about respect. We hope that you respect what we are trying to provide for our Bay Area classic car community. It's not easy to plan this event and when people do this, it's very disrespectful.
- RESPECT the Park. In this age of digital cameras and instant internet access, if you decide to show off by doing donuts on the lawn or anything else that puts our permit at risk, a photo of your behavior might end up online as the "person who ruined it for everyone...." We also have the SFPD and Park Police to enforce the law.
- No vending! The City requires us to immediately report vending to the Park Police.
- Our rules are in place because we have to have them. If you aren't into them, no one is forcing you to attend.
This is a 21 year San Francisco tradition that welcomes all people with a good attitude! The Picnic is organized by family and friends who really love the event and work VERY hard to make it happen; we are not rich and we do not make money off this event. There's nothing else like it in San Francisco!
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Jimmy's 21st Annual Old Car Picnic
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Speedway Meadow, Golden Gate Park, SF
Sunrise to Sunset
$30 admission for vehicles 1972 and older
www.jimmyspicnic.com for details
Online store for merchandise:
www.cafepress.com/jimmyspicnic
NO VENDING OF ANY KIND AT THE PICNIC
-First we'd like to thank the folks at Steele Rubber Products for donating two awesome prize packs to the raffle and to Pissed Off Pete for donating a sweatshirt & t-shirt too!
Important things you need to know about Sunday:
- The admission is $30, no exceptions. There is no guest list, no comps. We had to raise the fee so we could pay OUR fees to throw the Picnic. This is the only way we could even have the Picnic this year. On top of paying the fees, we will still benefit the Developmentally Disabled. We are a nonprofit organization who hosts this Picnic because we feel it is important to help out our Disabled friends and neighbors AND we love the event!
- NO MODERN CARS. We have a very strict permit and cannot allow modern cars into the show. If you do bring one, you will be turned away. This is an OLD Car Show.
- Please don't try to sneak in to avoid paying or to bring in your modern car. This is about respect. We hope that you respect what we are trying to provide for our Bay Area classic car community. It's not easy to plan this event and when people do this, it's very disrespectful.
- RESPECT the Park. In this age of digital cameras and instant internet access, if you decide to show off by doing donuts on the lawn or anything else that puts our permit at risk, a photo of your behavior might end up online as the "person who ruined it for everyone...." We also have the SFPD and Park Police to enforce the law.
- No vending! The City requires us to immediately report vending to the Park Police.
- Our rules are in place because we have to have them. If you aren't into them, no one is forcing you to attend.
This is a 21 year San Francisco tradition that welcomes all people with a good attitude! The Picnic is organized by family and friends who really love the event and work VERY hard to make it happen; we are not rich and we do not make money off this event. There's nothing else like it in San Francisco!
--
Jimmy's 21st Annual Old Car Picnic
Sunday, October 11, 2009
Speedway Meadow, Golden Gate Park, SF
Sunrise to Sunset
$30 admission for vehicles 1972 and older
www.jimmyspicnic.com for details
Online store for merchandise:
www.cafepress.com/jimmyspicnic
NO VENDING OF ANY KIND AT THE PICNIC
Thursday, October 8, 2009
Why the year limit?
We've been getting ALOT of people asking if they can bring their modern cars to the Picnic, especially cars from the 2000s.
We are car people, we love all kinds of cars, and if you've ever been to Jimmy's, you would have seen a huge variety of cars, but they all have one thing in common--they are OLD! That is why we are called the Old Car Picnic and we have a cut off date of 1972.
We love seeing what people do with their modern cars--they are cool, interesting, and creative, but we have a really strict permit and need to be able to have room for vehicles that make the year cut off.
Thanks to those who have checked in advance if they can bring their modern cars, as we will not allow modern cars into the show. If you were planning to bring your modern car, or know someone who is, please know that modern cars will be turned around at the gate. BUT they will be welcome to park on JFK Drive, overlooking the Meadow, where parking is free and public. If you have any questions about this, please let us know. Thanks for understanding!
We are car people, we love all kinds of cars, and if you've ever been to Jimmy's, you would have seen a huge variety of cars, but they all have one thing in common--they are OLD! That is why we are called the Old Car Picnic and we have a cut off date of 1972.
We love seeing what people do with their modern cars--they are cool, interesting, and creative, but we have a really strict permit and need to be able to have room for vehicles that make the year cut off.
Thanks to those who have checked in advance if they can bring their modern cars, as we will not allow modern cars into the show. If you were planning to bring your modern car, or know someone who is, please know that modern cars will be turned around at the gate. BUT they will be welcome to park on JFK Drive, overlooking the Meadow, where parking is free and public. If you have any questions about this, please let us know. Thanks for understanding!
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
Raffle Prizes!
We always have a nice raffle at the Picnic. Participating vehicles will receive raffle tickets in their entry packets, but we'll have them for sale to everyone at $1 each and 6 for $5. Look for people walking around selling the tickets. If you get tickets in your packet, you will also need to put half into the raffle box.
The raffle is usually held at 2:00 or 2:30 at the antique fire truck that's parked towards the center of the Meadow. The fire truck will sound the siren when it's time for the raffle. Remember, you must be present to win!
We'd like to thank the following donors for their great prizes!
Bob Fields--A night at the San Remo Hotel, SF
Thrasher, Slap, & Juxtapoz Magazines-- t-shirts, sweatshirts, all kinds of goodies
NHS-- Independent Skateboard Trucks t-shirts and accessories and Santa Cruz Skateboard decks
Kristi Chatham at Betty's Race Garage-- crystal & silver wrench earrings
SF Park & Recreation Nursery-- large houseplants
Dan's Chevron, SF-- cases of oil
Mel's Diner on Geary Blvd., SF-- t-shirts
Pissed Off Pete- Born & Raised in San Francisco sweatshirt & t-shirt
Pissed Off Pete- Born & Raised in San Francisco sweatshirt & t-shirt
We'll update the list as we get more confirmed donations!
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