The MCCC stays active all year, as T.K. Thompson displays his A/FX style Nova at the Lakeland Dragstrip Reunion that was held in November. We had a great year in 2010, and plans are already underway for a full slate of activities for 2011.



Also seen at Holy Springs were MCCC members Jim and Alka Cohen who meet drag racing legends Roland Leong and Larry Reyes.



The MCCC received an invitation to attend the shrimp boil at George Poteet's "farm", and many of our members took advantage of the opportunity to see George's incredible collection of street rods, muscle cars, and memoribillia. George owns some of the most stunning automobiles in the country, and his latest street rod build (above) is a perfect example of the efforts his projects entail. Truly a unique experience, and much appreciated by all who were present.



The MCCC made an appearance at the annual Memphis Rodders Reunion the week before Thanksgiving, and MCCC President Jack Mabry is shown (above) making a $2,000 contribution to the cause of benefitting the Shriner's Burn Centers. Recognition must also be given to the Memphis Street Rods who donated $5,000 to the cause. 2010 marked three continuous years of support from each of these local area car clubs, and their combined efforts have enhanced the total contributions to this worthy cause by over $19,000.



The MCCC capped off 2010 with an appearance in the City of Bartlett's annual Christmas Parade, and our club Christmas party. Gary Galimore's gorgeous 1957 Bel Air hardtop is shown (above) preparing for the parade.

Yet despite the continous activity during the cooler months, we are now entering 2011 with a new schedule of planned activities, and we want to extend an invitation to all car enthusiasts to join us as spring unfolds and brings us a new season of fun.

First on the agenda will be the resumption of the Bartlett Cruise-ins, which should be back on the front burner by mid-March. Naturally, we'll have to keep an eye on the weather, but if nothing is falling from the sky, you can bet we'll be there.

We've also set the calander with the dates for the local cars shows we present. So break out that Sharpie, and circle the following dates:

• June 11 - City of Bartlett Show - Freeman Park
• Aug 20 - Faith Baptist Church Show - Faith Baptist Church
• Sept 24 - Bartlett Festival Show - Freeman Park
• Oct 15 - Fall Festival Show - TN Baptist Children's Home

We'll have flyers available soon, and they will be distributed at the Bartlett cruise-ins and other local events. Also be aware that we have other plans under development that should make 2011 another hallmark year for local car enthusiasts, but we've got to keep the lid on them for right now. Meanwhile, if you dig Classic Chevys (whether you own one or not) consider attending a meeting and checking us out. You might just want to stay!

MCCC meetings are held on the third Monday of each month except December at Fresh Slices Sidewalk Cafe, 6600 Stage Rd, Bartlett TN.

LK