Fitchburg, MA Car Show April 15, 2007

[George]

The first car show, of the new season in New England, is held every year at the Fitchburg Airport in Fitchburg, Massachusetts. This is our 37th year of Classics, Antiques, Hot Rods, Automobilia and Petrolania etc. - Usually 500+ cars on display along with 350 flea market vendors.
I am making arrangements for all New Thunderbirds to attend and we'll be able to assemble just before the airport and then go in and park together for the show. Last year I had 15 new birds attend.
I have also made arrangements at a hotel overlooking the airport for reduced rates. I have just received final conformation from the Sheraton Four Points Hotel in Leominster, MA.
So, if you plan on coming to the Fitchburg Car Show on 4-15-07, and staying over Saturday night, April 14th, you can now call in your reservation at 978-534-9000. Remember to register as part of the “New England Thunderbirds” to get the $95.00 rate. I have a total of 15 rooms set aside
If you are local and want to join us, plan on meeting us Sunday morning in the hotel parking area, to caravan in together.
It's always nice to meet other TBird enthusiasts.

[steveb919]

George, does the hotel accept pets as in a dog?

[George]

Steve: Sorry, I didn't ask them. However, on another note, the Airport/car show does not allow dogs at all. So I guess it's a mute point

[steveb919]

George I wouldn't take her to the show. LOL Just wondered if the hotel will except pets.

[Tattwo98]

Count me in ...I missed it last year but i'll be there this year!
I'm somewhat local so I dont need a room.
See you there.

05 red w/ink black interior

[George]

Originally Posted by Tattwo98

Count me in ...I missed it last year but i'll be there this year!
I'm somewhat local so I dont need a room.
See you there.

05 red w/ink black interior

Tattwo - Great to hear it. I've got 15 so far that have agreed to come up. From NY 5, from CT 3, from RI 1, from NH 2, the rest from MA. Not all staying at the hotel.
I can provide more details as we get closer to the 14th, but if you want to join the group, there are 3 to 4 new people so far, you're welcome to meet us at the hotel Saturday evening for a caravan to dinner, (TBird optional), to possibly, "The Mill" restaurant.
If you can't make it Saturday, still plan on joining us on Sunday morning. We usually meet at 8 AM in the hotel's parking lot for dusting off and then caravan in to the show field. This way we can park together.
One day or both, please bring your wife, girl, etc. For Sunday, it's wise to bring chairs. There are plenty of vendors and there will be a food consessionair.
Hopefully others can join us as well. I look forward to meeting you!!

[George]

I will also try to contact irsgm, Rock_T_Bird, and HerRing, who all had previously expressed a potential interest

[Tattwo98]

Talked it over with the little woman and we'll be there Sat. nite see you then.
We'll be coming up from East hampton, CT

[George]

That's great!! I have two other definites from CT, so far. One from Portland and one from Woodbury. They generally caravan in together, so if you wanted to hook up with them, just let me know.
BTW, I have a special rate at the Sheraton, I'll post the particulars as soon as I can find the data.

[George]

Here is the hotel info:
I have received final conformation from the Sheraton Four Points Hotel in Leominster, MA. This hotel overlooks the airfield that we are going to for the car show.
So, if you plan on coming to the Fitchburg Car Show on 4-15-07, and staying over Saturday night, April 14th, you can now call in your reservation at 978-534-9000. Remember to register as part of the “New England Thunderbirds” to get the $95.00 rate. I have a total of 15 rooms set aside.

We usually caravan out to dinner Saturday evening for those who may want to join us. Then on Sunday morning, around 9:00 AM we'll caravan into the show, about 5 minutes away.
Around 1-2PM we usually break up and have a parting lunch, at a local restaurant, before everyone gets on the road to home - Also optional.
Since this is our 5th year getting New England Tbirders together, I look forward to seeing old friends and meeting new friends.

[George]

Tattwo 98:

I was telling my friend from Portland, CT, that you may be joining us in Fitchburg. He said he is two towns away from yours and that he had met a woman over there last year that had a Yellow Bird.....Would that be your car???

[Tattwo98]

Nope not me...mines red with black interior.
I think I know who there talking about he stopped me on my way home and talked t-bird for about an hour...lol

[George]

Tattwo98, went to a Meguiars detailing show in Hartford yesterday. Very informative too.

[George]

Ten days left to get the $95.00 rate:
As you all know, I reserved 15 rooms at the Sheraton Four Points Hotel, for the “New England Thunderbirds“. - I realize that many of the Mass. people will not be staying over but meeting us in the AM.
But, so far, only six (6) people have registered and there is a cut off of March 14th. when we lose that rate.
So, if you are planning to stay over, the night of April 14th, please call the hotel before March 14th. Ten days left - The Phone Number is, 978-534-9000 and tell them you are registering under the "New England Thunderbird" group, to get the $95.00 rate

[irsgm]

Right now, I have to drop off my wife and daughter at the airport for a 6:00 a.m. flight that day.
My plan is then to go home and switch cars and drive up to Fitchburg.
Since it's about a 2 1/2 hour ride, I'll probably arrive a little late (about 10:30) so I guess I'll have to look for the group there.
Shouldn't be too hard to find a bunch of new Birds with NE license plates, even for a retired guy...