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Inaugural “Drive-In Motor Madness Car Show" a Success

The Flemington Speedway Historical Society (FSHS) and the Hunterdon County 4-H and Agricultural Fair Board presented the first annual "Drive-In Motor Madness Car Show" on Sunday, October 23, 2011.

We had 285 paid exhibitors, and more than three hundred vehicles were displayed. With admission largely by carload, and most exhibitors bringing guests, it is estimated that more than 2,000 people attended the show. We thank everyone – exhibitors, spectators, volunteer workers, and vendors alike – for supporting our first car show effort.

Shop Rite of Flemington, nearly as venerable a local institution as the old Speedway, was the top sponsor for our first car show. Other long-established local businesses which chose to partner with FSHS were Everitt Equipment, LLC in Ringoes, NJ; Champion Tire, also of Ringoes; Ditschman/Flemington Ford Lincoln, Flemington, NJ; and Bushner Tree Service in Easton, PA. We remain grateful for the faith these businesses showed in FSHS’s marketing potential.

While all our efforts are dedicated to the preservation of the memory of Flemington Speedway, we would also like to dedicate this show to the persons and organizations listed above. Without each of your contributions, this show could not have happened.

Wanting to grow this into a big, fun, annual event, we appreciate your suggestions as we are already anxiously planning for 2012!

– Flemington Speedway Historical Society Board

CAR SHOW PICTURES:

1.) Click Here for Photo-Graphics Car Show Pictures

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2.) Click Here for DSP Photo’s Car Show Pictures

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3.) Click Here for 3 Wide’s Car Show Pictures

4.) Click Here for Big Al’s Car Show Pictures

FSHS T-shirts & Posters For Sale Now in Local Business

Brian Howard of Three Bridges, New Jersey’s Downtown Deli has graciously offered to sell Flemington Speedway Historical Society’s new t-shirts and posters, with all proceeds going to FSHS.

The deli’s shirt and poster display has been a conversation starter. More than two dozen shirts have sold in just a few weeks. This strong, spontaneous public response indicates that more than a few people still remember Flemington Speedway fondly.

Located at 418 Main Street (Old York Road) in Three Bridges, Downtown Deli opens at 6 am Monday through Saturday.

Visit Bryttani, who is modeling a tank top in the photo above, at Downtown Deli and pick up a sandwich and a t-shirt for yourself or a friend.

Flemington Speedway Historical Society

PO Box 281

Bloomsbury, NJ 08804 - 0281

Award Re-Named to Honor “Tas”

Second Annual Nostalgic Movie Nite Recap

The Flemington Speedway Historical Society (FSHS) presented their second annual auto racing film party on Saturday, November 5, 2011. The event was held at a venue familiar to former patrons of the speedway: the Flemington Elks Banquet Hall.

FSHS honored legendary race car driver, the late great Al Tasnady, as the first ever recipient of Flemington Speedway’s Most Influential Persons Award. Graciously appearing to accept the award were Tasnady’s widow Gail and their daughter Kami. (Pictured below, with FSHS President Mark Harrington.)

It was also announced that the annual Flemington Speedway’s Most Influential Persons Award will now be officially known as The Tas Award. As Vice President, Steve Barrick, recited, “the only fitting honor for the man we remember tonight.”

Brenns Guest Speakers February 7

Cocco’s Cafe & Gelato, 52 Main Street, Flemington, NJ

The next Flemington Speedway Historical Society monthly meeting will be February 7 at Cocco’s Cafe and Gelato in Flemington, New Jersey.

Legendary race car owner Ken Brenn Sr. will be joined by his sons, multiple Modified champion Ken Brenn Jr. and Modified winner Jimmy Brenn as our guest speakers for the evening .

The meeting starts at 7:00 PM, but get there early to take advantage of host Cocco’s delicious soup, salad, and sandwich dinner menu. For dessert, their gelato is beyond delicious.

President Mark Harrington will be recapping FSHS participation at the Motorsports Expo and discussing plans for the 5th Annual IRCO Dirt Track Heroes Race Car Show at the Phillipsburg Mall March 4th though 10th.

Flemington Speedway Historical Society Memberships and Merchandise will be available for purchase. For more information contact Mark Harrington at Harrington1@frontiernet.net or call 484-221-5052