It was a beautiful day for a car show in the community of Bowness today. As you may already know, I am temporarily disabled and unable to walk, so taking pictures was a bit of a challenge on my knee-scooter. Someone commented that my scooter needs a V-8. … [Read more...] about Calgary Bowness – Aug 28, 2022 – 80 photos
Archives for August 2022
Calgary Rides and Rods – Aug 21, 2022 – 38 photos
I arrived late to this show, but just in time to see Elvis and the pinup ladies. My friend Alessandro Votta has become a very popular Elvis Tribute Artist, and I'm thrilled to say that I met him on the "ground floor." His first time out with the 63 Cadillac and dressed up as Elvis was back in 2019 at the Alley Katz show in Calgary. Coincidentally, I also met the charming pinup … [Read more...] about Calgary Rides and Rods – Aug 21, 2022 – 38 photos
Chestermere – Aug 21, 2022 – 132 photos
Bill and his dog Gus were relaxing in a shady spot under a handsome elm tree. The attractive pin-up ladies were making their rounds with 50/50 tickets. John's familiar voice was coming through the speakers. Everybody was smiling and happy to be back at the Chestermere Show and Shine. I saw a lot of cars which were out for the first time this year, as well as a lot of friendly, … [Read more...] about Chestermere – Aug 21, 2022 – 132 photos
Calgary Chapelhow Legion – Aug 20, 2022 – 47 photos
Chapelhow Legion in Calgary hosts a lovely car show every year on the grass. This was the first ever show for a couple cars - the 1929 Ford "Cherry Pie" owned by Wesley and the 49 blue Chev. I also had a nice chat with Gord and enjoyed hearing about his 35 Chev. … [Read more...] about Calgary Chapelhow Legion – Aug 20, 2022 – 47 photos
Standard – Aug 13, 2022 – 53 photos
The village of Standard was celebrating its 100th anniversary and there was lots going on, including a car show that I would describe as "quality over quantity." Yes, it was a small show but many of these amazing vehicles will never be seen at any other shows. As an old farmer myself, I enjoyed seeing the vintage machinery display and the threshing demonstration. It was a hot, … [Read more...] about Standard – Aug 13, 2022 – 53 photos
Airdrie – Aug 6, 2022 – 90 photos
The Airdrie show was my first stop on another multi car show day. I was impressed with James' spectacular 1940 Hudson on which he has recently completed restoration and was showing it for only the second time. It's been a long time in the works, as he acquired the car in 1979. It was a beautiful day for a car show on the banks of Nose Creek in Airdrie. Thanks to the Airdrie … [Read more...] about Airdrie – Aug 6, 2022 – 90 photos
Granum – Aug 6, 2022 – 51 photos
I had a wonderful time in the hamlet of Granum on Saturday. The car show was the main objective of my 90-minute drive south of Calgary, but there was lots of extra-curricular activity to make the day more interesting. As a history buff, I enjoyed a tour of the museum and seeing the authentic nineteenth century jail. The jail's menu reminded me of the old days on the farm … [Read more...] about Granum – Aug 6, 2022 – 51 photos
Midale, SK – July 31, 2022 – 54 photos
"When life was slow and oh so mellow" Looking at old cars and remembering good times a few feet from the school where I graduated. Seeing familiar surnames on the registration cards like Stabenow, Carlson, Hauglum, Eiteneier, Ereth, Nimegeer, and Myers. This day was nostalgia overload for me as I attended the car show in my home town of Midale, SK. I was happy to run … [Read more...] about Midale, SK – July 31, 2022 – 54 photos