It turned out to be a beautiful Saturday evening when we started our annual progressive dinner with appetizers on the patio at the home of Philip Williams. Having this event later in the year gave us cooler weather and lower humidity which enticed more of our members to bring out their classic car even with the threat of showers.  After enjoying the company and quickly devouring the delicious treats, we jumped into our cars and headed for Peterson's Harley-Davidson for the main course and dessert. 

     At the second portion of the progressive dinner, we enjoyed a fine Italian meal in the covered party area at the rear of the dealership.  Tables were decorated with miniature cars which the young people enjoyed. The ample delicious food was generously served by Adele Mann, Kit Goebel, Ann Marie Clyatt, Mel Mann, and Ira Shapiro.  Once we finished our dinner, saving some room for dessert and coffee, we enjoyed each other's company swapping car stories, wandering the impressive showroom and catching up on the doings in everyone's life.  Each venue was special, the food was good, and best of all the company was great!

     We have many people to thank:  Philip for sharing his home for  the appetizer course;  Mel Mann for working with Bill Archer of the Big Cheese who provided  the appetizers and entree and  making the arrangements at Peterson's Harley Davidson;  Ed Carrera, general manager of  Peterson's Harley-Davidson, for  hosting the dinner and dessert courses; Jesse Kelley, Paul Cotner, Juan González, and Tony Cueva for setting up the tables and chairs; Minnie Kelley, Joyce Cotner,  John Jones, and Carolyn Thiele assisting with last minute details;  and a HUGE thank you goes to Jean and Maurice Hawa for doing the yeomen's work (planning, buying supplies, decorating, transporting everything, etc.) of putting all the pieces together to make this year’s very event special.