Today would be another day of friendship, HAM Radio and Old cars for us at Old Town. Linda, K4EIO and myself, K4SLB, would have our meeting at the "Top of the Hill" with Mike, N4HHA and daughter Kristen, KJ4BST. We would also be meeting up with fans of this event from other places in the world, attendees that have come over the radio to be with us every week or have been avid readers of this publication. Graham, W4HFG and Carole, his wife, from Oldham, England, would be in the Air by the time we arrived at Old Town. Next week you'll hear him back on the Radio from home. Kevin, KM4FSU, would join us. Red Racer, Ted, KE4TTE would come out later and take photos, Allen, M3ELP and his son Mark, M3GZS from Runcorn, England, they were also out last week and will be headed for home during the upcoming week. Patrick, KI4WMH was also out checking out the cars. Mark would end up across from us in his '70 Chevelle. The Block 1 bunch were in including Bill's "Showtime" pickup. Leon and Bill had their pickups nearby, the 3 Amigos had out their complement of Chevrolets and Emil was out in his "High School Flame". Bob & Jerri's '63 Corvair Coupe. Darrell had his Galaxie just where he likes it. John had his "Double Nickel Express" in his "Decade of Cruising" spot and most of the "Red Line Rodders" were in place. Bob & Marge were nearby in their '40 Buick next to Don & Jackie's "Pearl". Dave had his "Mint Julep" '57 Chevy in his spot. Even Joe had his '56 Ford under it's canopy. "Big John" had the 1934 Ford Tudor, Hot Rod. In his favorite spot, Bob was in the "Looney Bin" with his GMC. Cris & Larry had their '70 Mustang next to him. Bert & Ernie had their '66 Comet near the stage, Even Dennis our resident Astronaut had one of his 'Vettes out tonight after a trip on the "Mother Road" over the last few weeks. Richard and Doug brought out the El Camino with tiallights! Dock was painting more signs by the General Store. I did see Doug and Trish in their '68 Bronco, Tom & Chris were out in his Gazelle. Roberta the "Beer Lady" was doing a brisk bit of business just up from Conrad in his 1NFT57. Tom & Bunny would have their Chevelle near our cars. Larry & Roger would be across from us in the '56 Ford and '56 Chevy. Neil & Elaine brought out both of their 1962 British Sports Cars. Dave & Bailey the Cruising Dog led the "Weird Pony Drive" down "Trophy Row".

Yes, we did make it to "Flippers" for dinner, Fred from Michigan, Larry, WA3PGL, who passed his Extra Class examination this morning, Linda, KA3BRP, his wife along with Mike & Kristen and Kevin, KM4FSU had the informal Radio Club meeting then enjoyed a meal. Jane did a good job taking care of us as usual. After we got back to our car, T Rod, KT4ROD, Ian, G4ZPZ would be out to visit with all as well as Sue 2E1SUE and "The Kids" would come over later with grandson Reese. "The Dukes" were doo ing what they doo best on the corner drawing a large crowd. Coy and the Old Town Dancers were near the main stage. Joe & Kay had the '70 Vette in big brothers spot.

It was a great day for all that made their way out. Again the night was a bit of a blur, many people and you would think that our 9 hour day would allow for a little time for relaxation, tonight wasn't the case.

Sarah stopped by with the "Flag Winners" just after 8:20, May 2008 "Cruiser of the Month" Bob & Kathy Miriello in the their '69 Nova SS were led by  Lee & Bratt followed by the rest of the cars from the top 3 Blocks to block 4 that becomes the "Staging Area" for Old Town's signature event. "Mustang Mike" who had been at the controls of the "Blue Room",  playing a mix of nostalgic music and radio "Jingles", gave the safety announcements. Played the National Anthem, "Wolfman Jack" proclaimed, "It's the Saturday Nite Cruise", for this the 933rd running of this tradition.

Bratt & Lee would lead  Bob & Kathy Miriello, our May "Cruiser of the Month" in their '69 Chevrolet Nova SS, up the even side of "Deac Hundley Avenue", "Mustang Mike" announced the Flag Winners as the rest of the 230 cars in parade formation, made the turn by "Kids Town" on to the "Bricks", delighting an extremely large crowd of cheering spectators, many rows deep on both sides of the Avenue. "Rain or Shine" every Saturday night of the year, there is nothing quite like it for the "Cruisers" and it is always a treat for those watching it from the sidewalks and boulevards. We had an our Auxiliary "Waver" in the back of "Elvira", again this week, Mark, M3GZS from Runcorn, England. Ian, G4ZPZ, and Fred from Michigan rode up the "Bricks"  with Mike & Kristen in their '63 Corvair Spyder. Then the "Weird Pony Drive" participants followed behind with dozens of Mustangs of all years and colors. This was the Middle day stop in the 17 day event following the routes based on the book "Weird Florida" by Charlie Carlson.

See you all "Out There".