First Photos From Car Show

Well, by 9 a.m. all the cars were not in place so it looked like there was definitely going to be fewer entries than in 2009.  There were many more paid entries and over 70 cars were on a waiting list to be in the show.

Quien Sabe?

Nevertheless there were some very different autos in this years show.  A Canadian Chrysler Allard knock-off was a very unique entry.  The car looked original in every way except it had been lengthened slightly to accomodate longer legs.  (Guess Americans have gotten taller since the 1950’s?)

NOT LIKE HENRY PLANNED IT

Another outstanding entry was a 32 Ford Pick-up…that really “picked-up” when the owner turned on the hydraulic lift that put the tail gate about 6 feet in the air.  Everyone who looked at the car was amazed at the workmanship. Looked like several man and woman hours to us.

Joe Scanlin wasn’t there this year with his 34 Ford Phaeton, however, there was a large selection of phaetons and all can be seen in our “flicker” file….on the right side of the home page and 1/2 way down.  Just click on it.

Beyoootiful '36 Ford Phaeton

'51 Woodie for sale $47,500

Good Deal ?

WE APOLOGISE BUT WE

WON’T HAVE ALL THE

PHOTOS UP FOR A COUPLE

OF DAYS.

HANG LOOSE..THEY’RE COMING!

World’s Best Car Show This Saturday

The Annual Seal Beach Classic Car show happens this Saturday, April 24, 2010, from 10 am to 3 pm.  Now in its 23^rd year, this show and the associated Main Street party, is one of the longest running annual events in our community.

The show features cars, vendors & visitors, and, as always–our Main Street becomes classic car heaven.  More than 500 cars will begin to fill up our downtown around 6 am.  From woodies to muscle cars, there is plenty for every gearhead to admire. We expect thousands of visitors to come and enjoy our community and show.

The Seal Beach Chamber of Commerce has continued to partner with the Seal Beach Lions and Leos for a Pancake Breakfast, which has been a part of the car show tradition for the last nine years.  Long term Lion, past Chamber president and car show corporate sponsor Jim Klisanin feels, “We have always had good car shows, but this year we have made it even better. I have talked to a lot of the participants in years past and they almost always say this car show is their favorite.” The Lions will be continuing through lunch this year with their famous bratwursts so stop on down by the pier and get some.

Thanks to sponsorship chair Gina Phillips,   More than twenty vendors are expected at Eisenhower Park, and new to the events at the park will be the Pinewood Derby.  Eaker said “It certainly adds even more of a family friendly atmosphere to have the kids all racing cars too.”

The Derby will be held in Eisenhower Park at noon on April 24^th. Participants can buy kits and register at Knock Knock Toys & Gifts at 219 ½ Main St. Seal Beach, thanks to Lisa McHenry, owner. Car kit plus registration is $15.00, car kit only is $5.00.  Ruth Harrell said “This is a treat to watch and fun for the participants. Be sure to wander down to Eisenhower Park at the Seal Beach Pier at noon on April 24^th during the Car Show to view the Pinewood Derby.”

Car show central is located at the Electric and Main intersections and will be an information and registration hub. Judging begins at 10 am and wraps up around 1 pm.  Master of Ceremonies Rick Paap, will begin the awards ceremony around 2:30 pm.  The award categories have been expanded from 20 to 30 this year to bring the judging more in line with other car shows.

Seth Eaker the Chamber President encouraged everyone to “invite friends and family to come down to Seal Beach on the 24^th to help us celebrate classic cars, our community and our merchants.”

As usual “What’s Up In Seal Beach” will be taking photos of most of the cars and will run them in subsequent weeks for your review.

Seal Beach Animal Care Center…looking for cat lovers!

Are you aware that our pet center does not “destroy” animals?  They are not routinely “put down” as happens in many municipal run dog and cat pounds.   The reason?  In Seal Beach they are cared for by compassionate and loving people.  So, from time to time, the facility gets a little crowded.  Right now there are some wonderful cats and kittens that need homes.

The SBACC is located right behind the main police station on Seal Beach Blvd, across the street from the Navy Base.

Why don’t you stop by and take a look at more than 100 cats that are looking for someone to love…and someone who will love them.  (Of course there are some puppies too….most of the kitties avoid the dogs..but not all) Visiting the pet center from time to time can be a rewarding experience for children…even if they don’t take a pet home.  And its could therapy for the animals too!

The Seal Beach Animal Care Center—and all the animals in our care—thank our members, the City of Seal Beach, and the public for their continued support. The SBACC is a California non-profit 501-C3 Corporation #33-0192138.

All donations made to the Care Center are tax deductible, with the largest share going directly toward the care of our animals.

Once upon a time we were competing with San Francisco for our name?

photo by Stephanie Lees

Yes were only celebrating the City’s 95th Anniversary and we know it’s older than that…but that’s not the entire story.

In 1915 people were debating the issue of a new name and city incorporation for Bay City.

Philip  Stanton, was the developer of “Bay City” . The California State Assemblyman was busy pushing for city
incorporation under a new name to avoid confusion with San Francisco’s nickname which was also Bay City.

He had also convinced Orange County to give us sewers, water lines and electricity if we did not annex to Long Beach.  After the vote was counted, it was 86 -14 for Bay City to become Seal Beach and also to become a city. It was made official October 27, 1915.

A crowd of 500 people celebrated by sitting down to “a banquet from the sea” including local fresh fish, speeches, entertainment and dancing all night at the Dance Pavilion that included fireworks at the end of the pier.

95 years later in 2010, Seal Beach will commemorate its 95th birthday durint all of the month of October.  Our population has grown far beyond, the original 250 but today’s locals will have a chance to celebrate with the same excitement as in 1915….and keep the “Baghdad by the Bay” citizens from trying to steal our name again.

The Seal Beach Founders Day Committee is currently planning the festivities and we’re open to all the suggestions you have.

Here is a preview:

On Saturday, October 2, the Founders Day Committee will host a banquet and dancing. A tennis tournament at Seal Beach Tennis Center and a golf tournament at the Bixby Village Golf Course with awards presented at a buffet in the Senior Center are in the plans. A Taste of Seal Beach event is also scheduled with cards for various restaurants selling for $25 sold during the summer and September to be used for the month of October.  Free Meals will be given to residents who were in attendance at the original dedication in 1915, however, you will have to present your birthcertificate and driver’s licenense

On Sunday, October 10, a Founders Day parade will march around the greenbelt that will have booths and

activities for children .  Food will be available and live entertainment from two stages. The yearly sidewalk sale
on Main Street will be in full swing.Of course, the refurbished Red Car Museum will also be open on Festival Day, allowing Founders Day celebrants and revelers a fascinating glimpse at the city’s intriguing history.

At this early date we don’t have all the dates and times decided but you can keep checking back to our website http://www.sealbeachfoundersday.com as we gather more information.  We will also have articles and
coverage in local newspapers as the celebration draws closer.

T-shirts and sweatshirts will be sold on the Pier every Saturday and Sunday and elsewhere for 5 months prior
to the events.  The money raised will be given to supplement the Seal Beach Parks and Recreation programs

with the emphasis on teen fitness.Any and all ideas are welcome.  Please sign up to be a volunteer for YOUR website.  This is going to be a lot of fun and…….95 years from now your great, grandchildren will see how you memorialized the town’s birthday in 2010.

We need YOU!

Libby Appelgate – Founders Day Committee correspondent   Applelib@aol.com

Belmont Shore Car Show Looking For New Members

The “Bay City Rodders” one of the smallest but most influential Hot Rod Clubs in the U.S. is looking for new members.  The “Rodders” have an active membership of about 50 members and among other things they put on the Belmont Shore Car Show every September. Their home base is Seal Beach, most of the members live in Long Beach, Lakewood, Seal Beach and the surrounding area. 

The Belmont Shore Show is on September 12, 2010.  Not to be confused with the  Seal Beach Classic Car Show which is on Saturday, April 24, 2010.  Some of the same autos are shown in both shows. (To see autos from last years Seal Beach show go to:http://images.search.yahoo.com/search/images?p=whatsupinsealbeach&ei=utf-8    or scroll down to Flicker on our home page.) 

The Bay City Rodders are looking for members witht a ’67 or older rod or custom and wives are more than welcome… if they bring their husbands.  

You can contact the club at  P.O. Box 2538, Seal Beach, CA 90740 or at info@baycityrodders.com

DO IT NOW…RIGHT NOW…OR YOU’LL WISH YOU DID!

REMEMBER: Cell Phone Numbers Go Public next month.

REMINDER…. all cell phone numbers are being released to telemarketing companies and you will start to receive sales calls.

….. YOU WILL  BE CHARGED FOR THESE CALLS
Even if the message is saved on your phone, you will be charged for the minutes to listen to it.

To prevent this, call the following  number from your cell phone:      888-382-1222
It is the National DO NOT CALL list. It will only take a minute of your time. It blocks your number for five (5) years.   You  must call from the cell phone number you want to have blocked.   You cannot call from a different phone number.

HELP OTHERS BY PASSING THIS ON TO ALL YOUR FRIENDS.. It takes about 20  seconds.

Chairman of Joint Chiefs of Staff visits Seal Beach, eats in Long Beach

Admiral Mike Mullen, the highest ranking American military man was in Seal Beach over the weekend for the commissioning of the newest Destroyer in the fleet, the USS Dewey. 

The USS Dewey is more than just another ship.  This newest of the Arleigh Burke- class is a guided missile destroyer ( DDG 105)  in the United States Navy. Dewey is the third Navy ship named after Admiral of the Navy  George Dewey,  hero of theBattle of Manila Bay  during the Spanish-American War.

What’s Up in Seal Beach is happy to say that after the festivities of the day, Admiral Mike Mullen went to dinner with some of his associates at one of our favorite restaurants, Phil Trani’s in Long Beach and a good time was had by all….including the other patrons.  The Admiral was referred to by the chef  as “A heck of a guy.”   I guess that means he liked the food ?

Here’s a fly-over of “What’s Up’s” Favorite new Destroyer

Much has been said..EVERYWHERE… of the U.S.S. Dewey.  Here she is in all her beauty…and with that beauty comes power that will make the bad guys think about being good guys. This is the newest ship of its class and we will hear from her soon.

photo by J Rootlieb

OC’s most Delicious Dining event returns February 28th – March 6th

More than 100 restaurants across Orange County’s vast dining landscape are ready to dish up amazing food at fantastic prices during Orange County’s most anticipated culinary event.

From all corners of the county this foodie celebration provides OC locals the opportunity to indulge in a selection of specially priced prix fixe menus from over 100 of Orange County’s best Restaurants. These menus showcase some of the region’s most talented chefs who have personalized each menu to reflect their culinary style. The prix fixe menus are priced at $10, $15 and $20 per person for lunch, and $20, $30 or $40 per person for dinner. The only thing to make for dinner during Restaurant Week is reservations!

This is the time for food lovers to try new places, get groups of friend and dine out and just really enjoy a week of fabulous dining. Start planning your week of dining out.

For more information visit OrangeCountyRestaurantWeek.com.

Celebrity Viewings in Seal Beach and Long Beach

Mark McGwire was in Seal Beach last Saturday p.m. serving as best man at

his pal Robbie Burdick’s wedding

AND

On Tuesday evening – – Sir Charles Barkley was holding court at the Long Beach’s

Hyatt Regency Lounge to the delight of everyone within sound of his voice.

For full story go to Doug Krikorian’s story at: http://www.presstelegram.com/moresports/ci_14197068

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