Clearlake >> Drawing a large crowd of motorheads to Twin Pine Casino on Saturday, the Clearlake Car Club’s 4th annual Lucky 7 Show and Shine Car Show was an event not to be missed.
With nearly 100 vintage and custom cars and live music by the Heroes of Rock and Roll, the event was a great way for any car enthusiast to kick off their Memorial Day Weekend.
There are several car clubs in Lake County, including, The Clearlake Car Club, No Name Car Club, and the Lake Lords. The clubs’ main focus is, of course, the cars, but also bringing people together for a greater good; to serve their community and support one another through their common interest. “It’s easy to give back, while we are also having fun,” said Clearlake Car Club Secretary, Jay Gould.
The Clearlake Car Club donates to many charities including, the Society for Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, People Services, INC., Hospice Services of Lake County, Operation Tango Mike, and the Clearlake Little League.
A portion of the proceeds from this years’ Lucky 7 will be donated to victims of the Mendocino Complex Fire, said Mark Parode, President of the Clearlake Car Club.
The Lucky 7, which continues to grow in attendance every year, marks the end of the car show season for Lake County, said Parode. It’s the only car show in Lake County that takes place partially indoors, with the use of the Twin Pine facility. “The casino has been so gracious to open this up for us and support us with everything they do,” Parode continued.
Thirty-six awards were given out, none of which can go to members of the Clearlake Car Club, and no one can win more than one award. “We believe in spreading the wealth,” said Gould. “And the glory,” added Parode.
Many of the attendees reported that attending the car shows isn’t about winning the prizes, but more about coming together to share their love for cars. “It’s a family, no rivalry, no egos, just family,” said Arland Souza of the No Name Car Club. “I don’t think people realize how much all of the car clubs do for the local charities and schools,” he added.
The Clearlake Car Club meets on the second Thursday of every month, 6 p.m., at the Russell Rustici County Park Club House, located at 16375 Second Street in Lower Lake. The doors are open to all guests. You don’t have to drive a custom or classic car to get involved. “We are trying to reach out to anyone that likes cars,” said Parode.
“No matter what they drive, you appreciate how they express their love for cars. I’ve never met a car person I didn’t like,” added a smiling Gould.
Visit www.clearlakecarclub.com for more information.
