08_Cruise_Report

2008

The following reports have been submitted by a region spy (spies?). He (she?) has been attending local cruise nights and shows and reporting back to Headquarters on the activities of various RRR members. So far, our anonymous informant(s) has provided these reports, including photos. Reports have been DECLASSIFIED for public viewing.

Report: HHCBNJ-1 Filed: 07September08

On September 7th, members of the Raritan River Region joined members of the New Jersey Region of the AACA to visit with the residents and staff of Harborside Health Care located in Bridgewater, NJ.

A total of 16 cars assembled on the front lawn to the delight of the residents. While they inspected the cars and voted for their favorite, the drivers set up lawn chairs under the trees and enjoyed the beauty of the day and fellowship of friends.

Harborside supplied a complete lunch for all. There were pony rides for the children along with a clown and other entertainment, all provided by Harborside.

Our members who participated included Bernie Cooney and his ‘53 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan, Bob Rankin brought "Miss Daisy", his ‘55 Cadillac Series 62 Sedan, Pat Caruso who brought his ‘75 Cadillac Sedan DeVille and Ray Koziol was spied in his top-down ‘62 Cadillac Series 62 Convertible. As the day ended and the votes tallied it was a Raritan River Region member whose car won the hearts of the residents and staff. Bernie Cooney and his ‘53 Cadillac were awarded the Trophy for best car on display. Congratulations Bernie!

Report: LIDBCLC-1 Filed: 24August08

On August 24, 2008, 4 members of the RRR, manning our Land Yachts, attended the Long Island Dreamboats all GM show which was held in the Sears Auto Center in Hicksville, NY. The fleet that made the trip was: Joe Manna, commandeering the "91 Fleetwood"; second in line was Rosemary Spicuzza along with her First Mate, Andrew Monahan and Deck Hand, Andrew Jr.; Pat Caruso manning the vessel "75 Cadillac"; while Captain Bob Rankin was bringing up the rear with his private yacht the "USS 63 Coupe DeVille". Crossing over the Goethals and Verrazano Bridges, we knew we were entering a different continent.

Also joining the show were the Long Island Buick and Pontiac Clubs respectively. There were approximately 120 cars in attendance. Many beautiful non Cadillacs attended as well.

Since we arrived quite early, we happened upon the Broadway Diner and had a nice hearty breakfast and much needed coffee. The price we pay for getting an early start!

The awards were handed out around 3:00 p.m. We then manned our vessels for the sail home which was very uneventful except for the normal traffic around JFK airport which is normal any time of the day. Once we passed JFK, it was smooth sailing all the way home to New Jersey. When we arrived for a quick stop at my house, I (Joe Manna) showed everyone my 1951 Chevy HT.

Visit the DREAMBOATS website for a slide show of the event!

Report: OBCN-1 Filed: 19July08

Looks like "The Classic Knights" of Old Bridge will be changing their name to "The Caddy Knights" at this rate! The crowd was in awe of our Caddy tent. Unfortunately, no one brought dogs or burgers as "cooking facilities" were available. Two new "trophy magnets" were crowned.