Category: Social Event

January 12, 2026

Surprise, AZ

Pictures by: Margaret Maione, Mike Arney and Al Turley

Quite a few members took in the check presentation to Spencer’s Place. The money was raised at the silent auction during our annual Christmas Party.

The staff all came outside after the check presentation to view all the cars and George picked his favorite car, which turned out to be mine!

For those that don’t know:

“Spencer’s Place is a project created in partnership with Employed and Overjoyed Foundation to introduce equal employment opportunities for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. 

Spencer’s Place provides adults with disabilities job training and direct skill development to earn a paycheck, build relationships, gain a sense of purpose, and show the community the beauty of diversity and inclusion.”

Kimmyz’s on Greenway, Glendale, AZ

January 1, 2026

Writeup by Ron Boen

Pictures by Al Turley and Carol Aden

January 1, 2026 marked the date of John Logsdon and Ron Boen’s 100th annual breakfast cruise. Okay maybe 100 is a bit of an exaggeration, it was only the 25th Annual, oops that’s a lie too! It was actually our 11th annual (that’s the truth). The weather threatened rain but a few of us hardy souls dragged out our street rods for the event.
     The Cruise was held at Kimmyz On Greenway for the second or third year, I can’t remember. As always, the food and service were great.  We had 95 people attend from all over the valley. This event includes rodders from all over the Phoenix area not just specific clubs. It’s so much fun to gather with these folks that we don’t get to see that often.
     If you missed it mark your calendar now for next New Year’s Day.

Chef Peter’s Bistro, Surprise, AZ

December 6 , 2025

Writeup by Pat Gerber

Pictures by Helen Gwynn, Bonnie McDonald and Al Turley

Kudos to Chef Peter’s Bistro in Sun Village!  There were 42 of our members in attendance and I think a good time was had by all!  Chef Peter’s did an outstanding job with a delicious meal in the newly opened facility in Sun Village and the wait staff did an excellent job making sure we were happy.  We were entertained by Reboot the Band, an excellent 5 piece ensemble that played a great mix of oldies and country.  The highlight of the evening was the silent auction to benefit the Employed and Overjoyed Foundation which supports Spencer’s Place.  The auction was a huge success netting $4,470 to be donated to the foundation on January 12.

Many thanks to so many of our members who donated items to the auction, helped secure donations from the community, and certainly to the huge crew who showed up early to help set up and/or stay late to help clean up

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.