McNeills, masked up and ready to ride
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Follow us as the Model A Ford Club of Colorado takes on social distancing in style
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Tour of the Parks
One last tour before the snow is scheduled for Saturday, October 24. We will meet at Red Rocks Park up in the main theater parking lot (18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison, CO 80465) at 9:30 and leave for Sloan’s Lake Park at 10:00. We will travel to City Park, Washington Park and end up at Ruby Hill Park for lunch. You can bring a picnic lunch or grab some take out between Washington Park and Ruby Hill Park. We will be doing a Black Jack Run along the way (similar to a poker run except you have to do the math!). Remember to bring your chairs and a mask.
Contact Mark Manzanares for any questions: 720-690-3909 Our website has a new page! Check out our FAQ page for more information about our club! |
OCTOBER 2020
10/1 - Pinochle 10/10 - Fall Colors Tour 10/16 - General Club Meeting via Zoom 10/24 - Tour of the Parks See the Events Page for more info |
Trunk-to-rumble seat conversion Seminar - Nov 14
Want to see how a to convert a coupe’s trunk to a rumble seat? We will be having a technical seminar to put a rumble seat in the coupe Tina Gosney bought from Mike Tobiasson at his sale last January. The seminar will begin at 10:00 on November 14 in Ron Rickard’s garage and will be led by Ted Ackerman, Frank Elliott and Ron. This will be a hands-on seminar so bring your coveralls and be prepared to get a little grease on your hands. We will be wearing masks and keeping social distance as much as possible. Bring your lawn chair and a can of chili as we will be making a hobo stew for lunch.
We are limiting this event to 10 people to meet present COVID restrictions, but will be prepared to postpone should things change in the next weeks. Call Jim Huff ( 720-315-4564 ) to make your reservation.
We are limiting this event to 10 people to meet present COVID restrictions, but will be prepared to postpone should things change in the next weeks. Call Jim Huff ( 720-315-4564 ) to make your reservation.
A special note from MAFFI...
The Model A Ford Museum is pleased to announce the newest pin for your collection.
Since we were unable to have an official Model A Day this year, it was decided that we would create a pin as a fund raiser to help us raise money that would have normally come from our event. To keep with the First Responder theme we have decided to feature our Fire Truck that is on permanent display at the museum and is featured in our First Responder Display. This vehicle was donated to the museum by Jerry Austin.
If you or your club would like to purchase these pins, the cost is $7.00 per pin which includes postage. Remember that it is more cost effective for us to ship them in larger quantities although we will honor individual requests. Also remember that this is a tax deductible donation!
Send your requested number of pins and a check payable to MAFFI to:
Suzan O’Neal
477 Beaver Pond Way
Mineral, VA 23117
Thank you for your continued support of the Model A Ford Museum and to MAFFI.
Since we were unable to have an official Model A Day this year, it was decided that we would create a pin as a fund raiser to help us raise money that would have normally come from our event. To keep with the First Responder theme we have decided to feature our Fire Truck that is on permanent display at the museum and is featured in our First Responder Display. This vehicle was donated to the museum by Jerry Austin.
If you or your club would like to purchase these pins, the cost is $7.00 per pin which includes postage. Remember that it is more cost effective for us to ship them in larger quantities although we will honor individual requests. Also remember that this is a tax deductible donation!
Send your requested number of pins and a check payable to MAFFI to:
Suzan O’Neal
477 Beaver Pond Way
Mineral, VA 23117
Thank you for your continued support of the Model A Ford Museum and to MAFFI.
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Enjoying The Fall Colors in a Model A fORD
22 Model As gathered in Broomfield on the morning of October 10th for our Fall Colors Tour. The club made its way north to Loveland, then west up the Big Thompson Canyon before dropping into Estes Park. After a series of steep S-curves and a lunch stop in Estes Park, the cars continued south along the Peak to Peak Highway, pausing for a photo stop at the Chapel on the Rock, before driving through the town of Ward and descending through Lefthand Canyon. We recorded over 150 miles round-trip during the tour.
Jim Huff said "Our Fall Colors Tour couldn’t have been better. Great weather, peaceful scenic roads, delicious food, wonderful company, no breakdowns, and even an Elk after lunch! Thanks to Bob and Lois Beers for planning such a wonderful and needed adventure!"
Jim Huff said "Our Fall Colors Tour couldn’t have been better. Great weather, peaceful scenic roads, delicious food, wonderful company, no breakdowns, and even an Elk after lunch! Thanks to Bob and Lois Beers for planning such a wonderful and needed adventure!"
Games you can play with your car
Saturday, September 19 was a great day to get together for some Model A gymkhana. Several Model As congregated at the South Santa Fe / Mineral Avenue Park-n-Ride and embarked on a game-themed tour. Three stops were made along the way, with each car participating in one game per stop. In addition to the gymkhana games, a poker run was also held for a chance to shake hands with Lady Luck. The final stop was at the Heath's barn, for more games and the opportunity to socialize.
Jim Huff said "[It was] so good to see everyone and compete in some very unusual but definitely Model A related games. Thanks to Gary and Sherry Heath (and family) for getting this organized and to Jasen Johnston, Donna Grabianowski and Vern and Linda Sybesma for helping it to run smoothly."
Jim Huff said "[It was] so good to see everyone and compete in some very unusual but definitely Model A related games. Thanks to Gary and Sherry Heath (and family) for getting this organized and to Jasen Johnston, Donna Grabianowski and Vern and Linda Sybesma for helping it to run smoothly."
Preparing the judges
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Several As gather - ready to compete
The infamous Parallel Parking Challenge
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Fishing on the go!
Fan-belt shenanigans
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Przywitowskis waiting patiently
Post-game socializing outside the barn
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Honoring a Club Tradition - 2020 MAFCC Club Picnic
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We honor the history of our club by holding a Club Picnic each year in June, to mark the anniversary of the founding of the club in June 1959. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, our club was able to gather to celebrate this club tradition once again (even though we had to delay a few months).
Several Model A Fords met outside of Morrison on the morning of Saturday, September 12, for a scenic drive through the mountains to Alderfer / Three Sisters Park, near the town of Evergreen. Upon reaching the park, we were treated to short hikes, beautiful scenery, and the opportunity to share stories and enjoy the company of our friends in the Model A hobby. Thanks to John Gonder for organizing this event, and Mike Smith for the pictures! |
Louisville's Labor Day Car Show
Because the Labor Day parade was cancelled this year due to COVID-19, the City of Louisville hosted a drive-through Car Show instead. 10 Model As (including a firetruck) met in Louisville on the morning of September 7th and parked together in the show. In addition to our Model As, the car show also hosted a variety of emergency response vehicles (both vintage and modern), muscle cars, hot rods, and even a replica of the "Ectomobile" from the movie Ghostbusters. The Ewings hosted the club for a social-distancing picnic after the show. Thanks to Bob Gilbert for coordinating the event and Dick Przywitowski for the pictures!
Because the Labor Day parade was cancelled this year due to COVID-19, the City of Louisville hosted a drive-through Car Show instead. 10 Model As (including a firetruck) met in Louisville on the morning of September 7th and parked together in the show. In addition to our Model As, the car show also hosted a variety of emergency response vehicles (both vintage and modern), muscle cars, hot rods, and even a replica of the "Ectomobile" from the movie Ghostbusters. The Ewings hosted the club for a social-distancing picnic after the show. Thanks to Bob Gilbert for coordinating the event and Dick Przywitowski for the pictures!
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A great day for an outdoor seminar!
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In Search of Accessories - An Era Fashion Seminar
The club held an era fashion seminar on the afternoon of August 29, discussing accessories for Era Original and Era Image ensembles. After a break for lunch, the group visited a local antique shop in search of era accessories, and reconvened for a "show and tell" of the items that were found. Thanks to Donna Grabianowski for hosting the event, Lois Przywitowski for preparing discussion topics, and Diann Eason for coordinating the event! 
Searching for Era Accessories
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When we share our time, memories and old cars with others, everyone wins.
Visits to senior residences are a favorite club activity.
Visits to senior residences are a favorite club activity.
The Bridge
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Cherry Creek Retirement Center
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Lifecare Center of Aurora
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Riverpointe
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