Message from the President Jun 2024
Fellow Pushrodders,
Summer is finally here, and car show season is ramping up! Three of our Pushrod events are already behind us for the year.
Our Tractor Supply show was a nice get-together and a great way to kick off the rodding season. It was stress-free, relaxed, and without a lot of worries. Just the way we like it!
First Annual Seabrook Cruise-In – June 15
Coming up next is our first annual cruise into Seabrook on Saturday, June 15!
Here’s the plan for everyone traveling from the Aberdeen/Hoquiam direction:
- Meeting location: Olympic Stadium in Hoquiam
- Arrival time: Between 10:00 and 10:30 AM
- Departure: We’ll caravan together as a group.
- Seabrook arrival: Approximately 11:00 AM
- Parking: Main Street in Seabrook
- Departure from Seabrook: 3:00 PM
The event is expected to last approximately four hours. Let’s get a good turnout and make our first Seabrook cruise-in a success!
BIG News for Hoquiam and the Pushrods!
The BIG exciting news this month for the City of Hoquiam and the Pushrods of Hoquiam is the installation of a new sign welcoming visitors to our city!
“Welcome to Hoquiam – Home of the PUSHRODS of HOQUIAM Since 1953!”
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The sign has been a long-time idea of our member Fred Scott. He finally took the bull by the horns, designed and commissioned the sign, and generously donated it to the city.
It will serve as a permanent tribute to the Pushrods and our history in Hoquiam.
Thank you, Fred Scott! This is something the entire club can be proud of.
Pushrod Dues – June 1
A reminder that Pushrod dues are due June 1.
If you’re experiencing financial difficulties, the club can help you with your dues. Just let us know. We want everyone to remain part of the Pushrod family.
Also, Ralph Cook has been appointed to the Board of Directors. Congratulations, Ralph!
Hot Rods in Hoquiam – The BIG Show Is Almost Here!
Our biggest event of the year is coming fast!
Almost all the details are ready, but now we need to organize the jobs and responsibilities for Saturday, June 29.
There are plenty of positions that need members to step up and help, even if it’s only for a little while.
Here’s what needs to be covered:
- Entry
- Parking – How do we want to organize the cars, and in what order?
- Registration
- T-shirt sales
- 50/50 tickets
- Scooter raffle tickets
- Brick It Motor
- Awards and judging
- Poker walk
- Vendors
- Trash & Treasures
- Sound and public announcements
- Signage and event information
We need members to help operate these activities throughout the day. You don’t have to spend the entire day working. Even taking a position for an hour or two makes a difference.
Saturday, June 29 – Event Schedule
| Activity | Time |
|---|---|
| Parking begins | 6:30 AM |
| Registration | 7:00 AM |
| T-shirt sales | 9:00 AM |
| Trash & Treasures | 12:00 PM |
| Brick It Motor | 1:00 PM |
| Awards | 2:30 PM |
| Prize drawings | Every 20 minutes |
Remember, this is just one day out of your life to contribute to the Pushrod event of the year!
Let’s all pitch in and make this another great Hot Rods in Hoquiam.
June Calendar
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| June 5 | Pushrod Business Meeting – 6:30 PM, Hoquiam Elks |
| June 10 | Pushrod Lunch – Grizzly Den, 12:00 PM |
| June 14 | Test of Times Cruise-In – 4:00–7:00 PM |
| June 15 | Seabrook Cruise-In – Meet at Olympic Stadium, 10:00–10:30 AM |
| June 19 | Pushrod Board Meeting – 12:00 PM |
| June 21 | Pushrod Dinner – Gepetto’s, Montesano, 6:00 PM |
| June 28–29 | Hot Rods in Hoquiam |
Hot Rods in Hoquiam Weekend:
- Friday, June 28: 4:00–7:00 PM
- Saturday, June 29: 9:00 AM–2:30 PM
Joke Corner – A Little Automotive Humor
Time to take a break from all the planning and enjoy a few car-related laughs!
The Oil Change
The other day at the gas station, I saw a blonde putting oil in her car. I couldn’t help myself and started laughing hysterically.
The blonde looked at me, which only made me laugh harder. Finally, she asked what I was laughing about.
I told her, “You’re not supposed to pour the oil down the dipstick tube!”
She replied, “I always wondered why it took so long to put oil in the car!”
Are You Winning?
I was in a bar the other day when a girl asked me, “What do you do?”
I responded, “I race cars.”
Her eyes lit up with excitement. “Do you win many races?”
I sighed and said, “No, the cars are much faster.”
A High-Heeled Victory
“I went to a drag race last Saturday. I still can’t believe the guy in high heels won.”
A Little Confusion About Reverse
At the bar the other night, a blonde told me:
“I thought R stood for Racing. At least that’s what I thought before shifting the gear on my car to R at 120 mph!”
Drag Racing
“I’m thinking about getting into drag racing. It looks pretty straightforward.”
Seat Belt Troubles
“I couldn’t work out how to fasten my seat belt. But then it clicked.”
Fast Food
What’s a race car’s favorite thing to eat for lunch?
Fast food!
The Costco Grand Prix
Shopping at Costco or Sam’s Club is like driving a race car. You go from $0 to $200 in a matter of seconds!
Electric Speed
Why did the electric car finish the race early?
It had a short circuit!
Dinosaur Drivers
What do you get when dinosaurs crash their cars?
Tyrannosaurus wrecks!
Raising a Future Racer
What do parents give their baby if they want them to become a future race car driver?
Formula One!
See you down the road, and don’t forget to get those cars shined up!
