EVENTS CALENDAR

MAY 2008
Date	Event	Time
Tuesday, 20	May 2008 Club Meeting	7:00 pm
The May meeting of the Toronto Triumph Club will be our second outing of the year and will be to Bodyworks Auto Collision Specialists. Rob Ciardullo from Bodyworks will be our host for the May meeting and have offered to do a seminar on body paint maintenance. The seminar will discuss and demonstrate the use of rubbing compounds, buffing, waxing and swirl removers. Rob and his staff will demonstrate the procedures on a black car to highlight the effectiveness of the procedures. Now who's Triumph doesn't need this kind of information and skill? It's still spring and probably most of you have not given your gem its spring waxing so why not come out and learn from the automotive detailing experts. Bodyworks Auto Collision Specialists is located at 214 Rutherford Road S. in Brampton. If you get lost their phone number is 905-453-1932. See you all there!
Friday, 23	SPRING FLING 2008
MAY 23 to 25th Each year the Toronto Triumph Club and the MG Car Club of Toronto alternate hosting the Annual Spring Fling event. This has become a tradition in both clubs and one of the first driving events of the season where we get to share our love of LBC's, our friendly rivalry with the 'other marque'; and rekindle the spirit of camaraderie with our local Toronto LBC enthusiasts. This year, MGCCT decided to invade the Niagara Region of Southern Ontario. We will commence on Friday night at the Four Points Sheraton 3530 Schmon Parkway, Thorold, ON, L2V 4Y6, 905-984-8484, followed by a Niagara Escarpment and Niagara River Parkway tour on Saturday (no we are not going to run over the falls) culminating at MacFarlane House on the Niagara River near Niagara-on-the-Lake for lunch and a friendly car show competition. The event flyer will be found on this spot soon! Contact Peter Mittler at the MG Car Club if you have any questions.
pmittler@emfast.com
Saturday, 31	Trillium Tour 2008	9:30 am
In support of Chrysalis Huntsville, the 2008 Trillium Tour is an event for driving enthusiasts. Make sure you check out the link below. There are a few significant changes in 08: - 250 km route over even better paved roads than last year - pricing reflects only the cost of the event, you can choose your own accomodations to suit. - the venue for the Shown N' Shine for Chrysalis has been changed to The Cottage Waterfront Grill in downtown Huntsville, right on the river. contact Rob Tanner at rtanner@vianet.ca or (705) 769-3263
www.thetrilliumtour.com
JUNE 2008
Date	Event	Time
Saturday, 14	BSCC London Classic Car Show	9:00 am
The British Sports Car Club of London presents the 15th Annual "Classic ' Car Show at Bellamere Winery, London Ontario. Come join us in the beautiful setting of Bellamere Winery , an ideal location, set on 67 acres of orchards, vineyards and farmland. A London landmark for over 23 years, the Bellamere's main building boasts 45 foot timber-framed cathedral ceilings and a 30 foot stone hearth fireplace. Outside you will find the lush Bellamere Gardens and waterfalls, a wine shop and patio. Situated in Hyde park, on Gainsborough Rd. Registration opens at 9:00 am, $15.00 per car, dash plaques, door prizes, music, food, silent auction.Awards at 2:00p.m. Come join us, rain or shine and celebrate our 15th Anniversary. contact Les McGaw at 519-485-3652 or lmcgaw3652@rogers.com for more information
Tuesday, 17	June 2008 Club Meeting
“Topless in Bronte” The Annual Toronto Triumph “Drive in” BBQ in Oakville, overlooking the beautiful Oakville harbour. Hosted by Wayne and Debbie McGill Location: Lakeshore Rd West and West River St.
JULY 2008
Date	Event	Time
Thursday, 3	Canada Day Vintage Car Show	6:00 pm
Thursday July 3rd Colborne Centre Lakeshore Road, Oakville 6 - 9pm Celebrate Canada Day with us at our 2nd Vintage Car Show Classics and vintage cars of all ages, shapes and sizes will be on display at the Colborne Centre parking lot. Enjoy browsing the wonderful cars, talk to their owners and hear about their history, and also reminisce about your own cars. Barbequed hamburgers and sausage as well as cold drinks will be available for purchase. No ticket required, just drop by and bring a friend. If you have a car you would like to "show" call Sharon or Julie at the Centre (905) 815-5960
Sunday, 13	Brits In The Park - Lindsay	9:00 am
The Victoria British Car Club presents :BRITS IN THE PARK' Sunday July 13, 2008. Set in Victoria Park, in Lindsay Ontario, under majestic trees amidst beautiful gardens and brick walk ways. *All British made vehicles and motorcycles welcome. *Entry fee is $10.00 *Dash plaque to all entries. *Prizes, pub, Brits and Spanner market place. *Queen Victoria herself. Music by Jack Nevins. *Car clinic with Dave Jackson* *Field opens at 9.00am. *Peoples choice judging begins at 11.30am and closes at 2.00pm. Awards at 3.00pm. *Antique Show and Sale in the Armory Building on site.
www.glenhunter.ca/vbcc/
Tuesday, 15	July 2008 Club Meeting	7:00 pm
Our usual July meeting is the “Show and Shine” at the Waterside Patio Pub down by Toronto Harbour. We are trying for a repeat, but still have to confirm our plans with the pub proprietor. Stay tuned and check back for updates.
Thursday, 24	Canadian Classic 2008	6:00 pm
The weekend of July 24 through 27th will see us all out once again in our cars, cruising around beautiful southern Ontario. The Newmarket and Soufville areas will hear the roar of our exhausts this summer. David and Dawn Tushingham (dmtushingham@gmail.com)(905-830-9124) have been planning a great event for us. Check the article on the front page for details of the hotel and event.
AUGUST 2008
Date	Event	Time
Monday, 4	2008 North American Triumph Challenge
The NATC team in Southeast Michigan has been working hard to put together the 2008 event for the Vintage Triumph Register. The North American Triumph Challenge will be held August 4-8, 2008 in Ypsilanti, Michigan. Ypsilanti is located about 30 miles west of downtown Detroit and just minutes east of Ann Arbor. As in years past, this year’s event will sponsor an Autocross, TSD Rallye, Fun or Gimmick Rallye, Funkana and a Concours d'Elegance car show. Special events include a Triumph Spitfire rebuild in 48 hours, Spinal Tappets reunion and farewell concert, and a keynote address by author/columnist B.S. (Burt) Levy. The Event concludes with a reception, dinner, and an awards presentation. Information online registration to next summer’s event is available on the NATC website. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me: Patrick Barber NATC 2008 Registration Chairman patbarber@comcast.net (313)-383-4041
www.natc2008.com
Friday, 8	New Brunswick British Car Show	4:00 pm
The Village of Rexton (N of Moncton) will host this gala event on Aug. 8, 9, 10 at the Bonar Law Historic Farm. Bonar Law was the only Canadian-born Prime Minister of Britain (1922-23). Contact Michael Dunn, Dir. of Tourism, Village of Rexton md@michaeldunn.ca or 506-532-0284
www.michaeldunn.ca/NBBCS2008/
Tuesday, 19	August 2008 Club Meeting	7:00 pm
We have this date reserved for an evening drive somewhere east / northeast of Toronto. We are looking for suggestions from our club members, so please don't be shy. You can contact Brian or Helmuth to bring your suggestions forward. You can email us from the 'Executive & Contacts' page of the Triumph Club Website.
SEPTEMBER 2008
Date	Event	Time
Friday, 5	Grand Prix Festival at Watkins Glen, NY	9:00 am
The 2008 event features the Triumph. Friday through Sunday, September 5 through 7th, 2008 Registration fee of $135 per car includes a visit to the Wings of Wagles, a terrific brinch for driver and guest at Watkins Glen International followed by two parade laps on the world famouse WGI course, two laps of the original 6.6 mile Grand Prix course through the streets of Watkins Glen, and reserved downtown display parling for the festival. You will also receive 2 weekend General Admission tickets for the US Vintage Grand Prix at Watkins Glen International with special BMW corral parking while at the track on Saturday and Sunday. For intry call Watkins Glen Promotions at: 607-535-3003. NOTE: this event is limited to the first 100 registrants.
www.grandprixfestival.com
Tuesday, 16	September 2008 Club Meeting	7:00 pm
Topic and location to be confirmed. We are open to suggestions from our members. You can contact Brian or Helmuth to bring your suggestions forward. You can email us from the 'Executive & Contacts' page of the Triumph Club Website.
Sunday, 21	British Car Day	10:00 am
The 25th Annual British Car Day. Hosted by the Toronto Triumph Club. More info, registration form, maps on website.
www.britishcarday.com
OCTOBER 2008
Date	Event	Time
Tuesday, 21	October 2008 Club Meeting	7:00 pm
Topic and location to be confirmed. We are open to suggestions from our members. You can contact Brian or Helmuth to bring your suggestions forward. You can email us from the 'Executive & Contacts' page of the Triumph Club Website.
NOVEMBER 2008
Date	Event	Time
Tuesday, 18	November 2008 Club Meeting	7:00 pm
The major topic of this meeting will be 'Election Night'. This is the meeting where we elect new members to the club executive.. There are usually a variety of positions coming open, as some of our Executives have made their contribution over a single or multiple terms, and have decided to let other members have the opportunity to join the executive team. Ladies and gentlemen, we need new blood and new ideas, so please come to the meeting and volunteer for one of the open positions. Topic and location to be confirmed. We are open to suggestions from our members. You can contact Brian or Helmuth to bring your suggestions forward. You can email us from the 'Executive & Contacts' page of the Triumph Club Website.