Category: Social Events

Glendale, AZ

For the past 8 years Ron Boen and John Logsdon have invited area old cars and street rodders to the Ron and John’s New Years Breakfast Cruise.  After several years with the January 1st party held at different venues the last three years have been located at Kimmyz Rock N Roll Bar and Grill at 5930 W. Greenway Road in Glendale.

To start out New Year 2025 a group of 84 car enthusiasts met old friends and made new ones at Kimmyz for a breakfast of eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes, fruit, toast and coffee/soft drinks.  Kimmyz bar was open for extra cost beverages

The event always sells out using the original format which required pre-registration with a promise to show up and pay cash at the door.  Driving one’s old car or street rod was encouraged.

Thanks to all the hungry participants who made the event successful by attending.  A big thank you to O’Reilly Auto Parts, Speedway Motors, Vintage Parts of Arizona and Discount Tires for their donations for “goodie bags”.  Special credit is due to Kayla and her Kimmyz staff for providing a great menu and tasty food for our group after working late on New Years eve.

Positive comments were received and plans for next year’s event are on the calendar. 

Writeup by: John Logsdon

American Legion Hall, Sun City, AZ

December 7, 2024

We had 39 members attend the party at the American Legion Hall in Peoria this year. There was a special group who showed up early to move tables & chairs, cover the tables and decorate. Thanks to all those who helped make it happen. Our usual band, the Reboot, played and sung a large variety of western, swing and pop music. The food was handled by Pablo and his people. The report was very positive & nobody went home hungry. Our timing was lucky, since the staff children’s party was just before ours, they had decorated the entire room with the Polar Express theme, including a train, lights, trees & other cool stuff. That was a big help for the setup crew. ( Note for next year to schedule the same time) Sharon Murray spent many hours hand making the center piece decorations. The person with the special Santa sticker under their chair, took home the center piece for their table. We discovered how may kids we have in the club, as they all wanted to be photographed on the train. In all, it was nice to see everyone enjoying themselves and sharing their stories and showing off their favorite Christmas outfit.

Writeup by Phil Murray

Pictures by Danise Cover & Al Turley

Carefree, AZ

November 17, 2024

It was a beautiful day for the cruise and picnic!
There were approximately 40 club members in attendance at the Rattlesnake Cove picnic area.
We had plenty of hamburgers, hot dogs and side dishes, hors d’oeuvres and deserts. Gary Aden provided some great harmonica music that
was enjoyed by all.
Thanks to all that attended.

Writeup by Mike Arney

Pictures by Danise Cover

Phoenix, AZ

March 24, 2024

Photos by Al Turley and Danise Cover

Members Ron and Harriet held an open house at their new shop on Sunday. Quite a few members attended as well as many other friends of Ron’s. Light snacks and refreshments were served. Ron had quite a collection of memories on display as well as his cars. It was an interesting afternoon.

Apache Junction, AZ

February 23, 2024

Photos by: Dawn Yex, Carol Boen, Danise Cover and Art Thomas

Write up by: Dawn Yex

Our outing to Barleens Dinner Show on February 23 was fabulous! We all had a wonderful time, enjoying the delicious food…..especially getting to eat the chocolate cake 1st BEFORE dinner! 

The entertainment was so good. They are a very talented bunch.
We had 40 people and I think everyone enjoyed it! It was so good for us to share the evening together.

Kimmyz on Greenway Rock & Roll Bar

Glendale, AZ

Pictures by Al Turley

Writeup by Ron Boen

Our 15th annual New Years Day cruise was a big success. We had to cap registration at 100 and sold out quickly. We only had one no show and I am currently hunting him down. Remember no shows will be shot! Just kidding.
Kimmyz on Greenway hosted the event  for the second year and they outdid themselves. They are really great hosts.
Thanks to everyone who came out. Good food and good fellowship. It doesn’t get any better than that!
Thank you from your co-hosts,

John Logsdon and Ron Boen

Phoenix, AZ

December 18, 2023

Pictures by Jim Dalton

Writeup by Dawn Yex

On December 18th several OTHG members participated in joining Brian Benzing from Vintage Parts Arizona in delivering toys that were collected for the Childrens Rehabilitation Services Clinic. We all went to the clinic to deliver the toys. The director was able to share with us about the party being held Dec 22 where the children and their families will come to see Santa and receive a gift and enjoy the party. Some of these children will only be getting these toys. The clinic is a wonderful outreach to families and we are proud to be able to help in this small way.

American Legion Hall, Sun City, AZ

December 2, 2023

Pictures by Danise Cover and Al Turley

Write up by Dawn Yex

I just wanted to say a HUGE thank you for ALL of you who participated and donated to our silent auction for the Foundation for Blind Children. I think it’s safe to say that we all had a wonderful time at the Christmas party on Saturday night. The food, music, decorations, and atmosphere and smiles on everyone’s faces was wonderful. Laughter filled the room as I watched people trying to out bid others. I just couldn’t be any prouder to be a part of this group of very generous, giving people. The silent auction raised $3200 for the Foundation!!! They were so grateful and appreciative when we brought them the check. We made a difference in some people’s lives and that’s what Christmas is all about!

Thank you and Merry Christmas

Dawn

Carefree, AZ.

November 4, 2023

Photos by Danise Cover, Betty Bailey, Al Turley and Andy Yex

This year’s picnic was again held at the Rattlesnake day use area at Bartlett Lake. Everyone hauled their chairs and coolers down the steps to the three covered picnic tables. There was plenty of food for all; appetizers, salads and lots of desserts and of course BBQ’d Hot Dogs and Hamburgers. This year featured buns for the Dogs and Burgers! There was plenty of room for everyone to set up their chairs and have a great visit in the beautiful weather. We had a total of 42 people attend this year; 38 members, 2 guests and 1 applicant couple.

Boen’s Back Yard

October 29, 2023

Photos by Al Turley, Danise Cover and Andy Yex

After a 3 year hiatus, starting with Covid-19, the annual party was held in the Boen’s backyard.  This year we had a Jimmy Buffett theme with complimentary margaritas.  We don’t have a totally accurate count but it was in the neighborhood of 128.  A great crowd of good people, good drinks,  and more food than we knew what to do with, and a lot of fun renewing old friendships.  This party is for all car people, not just one particular club, The Over The Hill Gang was very well represented as well as members of the Dipsticks from Sun City West.

Thanks to everyone who attended and thanks to all those who brought so much delicious food.  Maybe it will happen again next year (no promises).