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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Model A Cereal Drive-by Drop OffSaturday, December 12th, 2020
Target parking lot (7777 E Hampden Ave.) (North West Corner of Hampden and Tamarac Drive) Let’s all hope for nice weather, get out our Model A’s and have a safe drive to drop of some cereal to help others who are in need this year. We are planning to provide some hot liquid refreshments along with something to munch on. Look for us between 1:00 and 3:00. Just drive by or stay a spell but remember to social distance and wear your mask. If you have any questions call: Bret Plue 303-503-1632 Chuck Thomason 303-400-0462 Looking forward to seeing you on December 12th! - Chuck Thomason |
NOVEMBER 2020
11/5 - Pinochle 11/20 - General Club Meeting via Zoom See the Events Page for more info Click here to download a PDF of our membership application form. |
A special note from MAFFI...
MAFFI Liaison Letter
November 2020
Give a Brick for Christmas!
November 2020
Give a Brick for Christmas!
Since 2011, when we first started raising money for the construction of the Model A Museum, over 2000 bricks have been ordered in memory or in honor of your favorite Model A’ers, Model A clubs and regions. We have room under the gas canopy at the Museum for about 17 more bricks but we will be opening up a new area very soon so there will be plenty of space for future growth. So how about ordering a brick for a loved one for Christmas. A personalized brick would make a great gift for that parent or grandparent who really doesn’t ‘need’ anything and of course, it would benefit the Model A Museum as well. If your Model A region or club doesn’t yet have a brick at the Museum, now would be a good time to do that as well.
Use the brick order form in this month’s issue of the ‘A’ Preserver to order your engraved brick or click on the link below:
http://www.maffi.org/WSContent/Download/BuyABrickDonation.pdf
It will be in place at the Museum by September 19, 2021
Merry Christmas and thank you,
MAFFI Board of Trustees
Use the brick order form in this month’s issue of the ‘A’ Preserver to order your engraved brick or click on the link below:
http://www.maffi.org/WSContent/Download/BuyABrickDonation.pdf
It will be in place at the Museum by September 19, 2021
Merry Christmas and thank you,
MAFFI Board of Trustees
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Touring Denver's Parks - Before the snow!
"We had a beautiful day for our Denver Parks tour with 26 people and 13 cars. Mike and Joan Sandoval led us down from Red Rocks to Sloan’s Lake on a beautiful curvy drive. We picked up lunch at Sloan’s Lake and traveled town to Ruby Hill Park to eat. We had a Blackjack run along the way and the winners were Andy Scheer, Donna and Larry Grabianowski and Gary and Sherry Heath, all with Blackjacks. John Gonder and Bill and Harriet McNeill took second with 20’s. Hopefully when they scratch their prizes their luck will continue! We also had new members Mike and Linda Laurita and 5 old grand daughter Harper join us in their A-400 convertible sedan. During lunch several members shared the history and some personal experiences about the parks we visited." - Jim Huff Thank you Mark Manzanares for leading this tour! 
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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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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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