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45131 Columbia Pl Sterling, VA 20166 If you want to drive out there together, let me know. I'm coming from DC, so I could meet you j
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They do have farm animals. I think they even have pig races. However, they
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until<p></p> <div style="text-align:center;"> <p><strong>The Great </strong><strong><span style="color:#FFA500;">Pumpkin </span></strong><strong><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">Run!</span></span></strong></p> <p><strong><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> </span></span></strong></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">Meet at Wegman's in Sterling at 9:30am and head to </span></span><a href="http://www.greatcountryfarms.com/index.php/annual-events/fall-harvest-festival.html" rel="external nofollow"><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">Great Country Farms</span></span></a><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> for pick your own pumpkins, a corn maze and more... </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">We will leave Wegmans by 10am and the drive to the farm is about an hour. </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">What to bring: $10/person for admission to the farm; two-way radios</span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">There is a restaurant at the farm, but I have not made any arrangements for our group. The farm will likely be very crowded, so we may want to consider eating elsewhere. Depending on interest, I could put something together. </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">The</span></span><a href="http://www.bluemontvineyard.com/index.php" rel="external nofollow"><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> Blumont Vineyard</span></span></a><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> is across the street, if anyone is interested in wine tasting. </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">Please note, the parking lot at the farm is gravel (small gravel, not too bad) and grass. </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;"> </span></span></p> <p><span style="color:#FFA500;"><span style="color:#000000;">*In the event of inclement weather this event will be CANCELLED* I will post here by 8:30am on Saturday if the weather looks bad. </span></span></p> </div> <p></p> <p></p>
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The Great Pumpkin Run! Meet at Wegman's in Sterling at 9:30am and head to Gr
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Monthly Meet and Greet at MINI of Baltimore County: 09:30 AM - 11:30 AM
GreenCactus replied to JustJAY's topic in Events
I'd be up for that! I was thinking we could get lunch afterwards, too. -
A few reminders: Please pay in advance if you can! It will make the morning of the event go much more smoothly. Recap of the costs: Suggested donation: $10 Lunch: $15/person $5/child T-Shirt: $15/each Payments can be sent to payment@dcmetromi
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<p><img src="http://img28.imageshack.us/img28/9315/ncclogoinjpeg.jpg" alt="ncclogoinjpeg.jpg" /></p> <p>By <a href="http://profile.imageshack.us/user/etherpool" rel="external nofollow">etherpool</a> at 2010-02-21</p> <p> </p> <p>NCC Autocross will host the 8th and final points event of the year on</p> <p>October 23rd, 2010 at the Summit Point Motorsport Park (Washington Circuit)</p> <p>in Summit Point, WV.</p> <p> </p> <p>Online registration is $30.00 for members / $35.00 for non-members.</p> <p>All walk-up registrations will be charged $35.00 for members / $40.00 for</p> <p>non-members.</p> <p> </p> <p>Registration opens 12:00 AM on October 2nd, 2010. You can register online,</p> <p>ahead of time, and get a $5 discount. Online registration is highly</p> <p>encouraged and save you from waiting in line! Or, if its a last minute</p> <p>decision, you can still walk-up. Walk-up registrations will be for PM</p> <p>session only! Registration closes 12:00AM on Friday, October 22nd, 2010.</p> <p> </p> <p>Breakdown:</p> <p>Online Registration (BMWCCA Member): $30.00</p> <p>Online Registration (Non-Member): $35.00</p> <p>Walk-up Registration (BMWCCA Member): $35.00</p> <p>Walk-up Registration (Non-Member): $40.00</p> <p> </p> <p>Follow Link to Register:</p> <p><a href="http://www.dlbracing.com/clubs/completepage.aspx?RegisterID=176735&EventID=4227&LMID=2938&WorkerRegisterID=176735" rel="external nofollow">http://www.dlbracing.com/clubs/completepage.aspx?RegisterID=176735&EventID=4</a></p> <p>227&LMID=2938&WorkerRegisterID=176735</p> <p> </p> <p>The NCC Autocross program uses a BMW-centric customized classing structure</p> <p>which pits your BMW or MINI against similar performance models in 3 levels</p> <p>of trim: Showroom, Tuner, and Modified. There is also a simple classing</p> <p>structure for non-BMW competitors. You can check out the full details at</p> <p><a href="http://nccautocross.com/" rel="external nofollow">nccautocross.com</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p>Our program is beginner friendly, offering in-car instruction, guided course</p> <p>walks, and a dedicated group of organizers who are happy to answer any</p> <p>questions you might have or show you the ropes. Also, there are free loaner</p> <p>helmets available for use, so if you don't have your own helmet there is no</p> <p>need to go out and buy or rent one just to get a few fun runs in!</p> <p> </p> <p>Summit Point is a great venue with lots of things to do throughout the day.</p> <p>Our events promote a great social gathering of all ages and all cars. So</p> <p>whether you're a longtime BMW CCA veteran or never been to an autocross</p> <p>before, come check it all out online at our website: <a href="http://www.nccautocross.com/" rel="external nofollow">www.nccautocross.com</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p>Please contact us with any questions you might have. We'll be happy to</p> <p>answer your questions. Please use our message board at</p> <p><a href="http://www.nccautocross.com/" rel="external nofollow">http://www.nccautocross.com/</a> to post any questions you may have.</p> <p> </p> <p>See you on the 23rd!</p> <p> </p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Summit Point Motorsport Park (Washington Circuit) - 201 Motorsport Park</p> <p>Circle, Summit Point, West Virginia, 25446</p> <p> </p> <p>Event Schedule:</p> <p> </p> <p>07:45 - Registration / Waiver Tent Opens</p> <p>07:45 - Tech Inspection Opens</p> <p>08:30 - Registration Cutoff (AM Session)</p> <p>08:45 - Tech Inspection Closed</p> <p>08:45 - Course Open For Walking (AM Session)</p> <p>09:10 - Drivers' Meeting (AM Session)</p> <p>09:30 - First Car Off (AM Session)</p> <p>11:15 - Tech Inspection Opens</p> <p>12:00 - Course Cold (AM Session)</p> <p>12:00 - Registration Cutoff (PM Session)</p> <p>12:15 - Tech Inspection Closes</p> <p>12:15 - Course Open For Walking (PM Session)</p> <p>12:40 - Drivers' Meeting (PM Session)</p> <p>01:00 - First Car Off (PM Session)</p> <p>03:30 - Course Cold (PM Session)</p> <p> </p> <p>Driver entry list can be found here:</p> <p><a href="http://www.dlbracing.com/clubs/drivers.aspx?RegisterID=176735&WorkerRegisterID=176735&EventID=4227&LMID=2913" rel="external nofollow">http://www.dlbracing.com/clubs/drivers.aspx?RegisterID=176735&WorkerRegister</a></p> <p>ID=176735&EventID=4227&LMID=2913</p> <p> </p> <p>*As always, event schedule is subject to change. Registrations are</p> <p>non-refundable and non-transferable.</p> <p> </p> <p>*** DISCLAIMER ***</p> <p> </p> <p>This event is hosted by another club, vendor or other non-affiliated individual, it is not organized by DCMM. It is posted here for informational purposes only and DCMM accepts no responsibility for the event planning nor what takes place during the event. Participants shall expect to be subject to the rules and guidelines set forth by the event organizer(s).</p> <p> </p> <p>*** DISCLAIMER ***</p>
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Please see the updated details!! Also, this year the t-shirts will be available in both men's and women's cuts!! This is what the t-shirts look like:
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MINIs Take the Beltway 2010
Images added to a gallery album owned by GreenCactus in Converted Albums
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From the album: MINIs Take the Beltway 2010
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That's a great picture!!
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I got a wave from a dark silver MINI on Rock Creek Parkway today. I was trying to avoid an SUV that slammed on it's brakes for no apparent reason, so I didn't get the details of the car, but I did manage a return wave. :wavey:
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A lot of us get work done at Mach V in Sterling. They're an official DCMM vendor, too.
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Please don't forget to RSVP! I need to let Union Jack's know our headcount.
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The latest must-have mod for your cars ;)
GreenCactus replied to kgdblu's topic in Maintenance & Modifications
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The latest must-have mod for your cars ;)
GreenCactus replied to kgdblu's topic in Maintenance & Modifications
If you're going to put the eyelashes on your car, you might as well put flower wheels on it, too! -
You might want to be careful, they may be more gang-like than we think... See this thread.
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Monthly Meet and Greet at Passport MINI of Alexandria
GreenCactus replied to JustJAY's topic in Events
I just made a TON of cupcakes for tomorrow. Anyone who likes icing (cream cheese or buttercream) will like them. -
The location has been finalized and I posted the menu. If there is anything you would like to see on the agenda, please PM me.
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Monthly Meet and Greet at Passport MINI of Alexandria
GreenCactus replied to JustJAY's topic in Events
If he doesn't, we could always just buy our own... http://www.trafficcones.us/ -
That's a really good point. I spoke with the manager and he knows we're having a meeting, so we'll b
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until<p>Topic: "Coffee & MINIs in Ellicott City, MD"</p> <p> </p> <p>Coffee & MINIs is back, this time will be in Ellicott City, MD. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Sunday, September 5th, 2010 @ 5pm.</strong> </p> <p> </p> <p>Here is the location:</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Starbucks Coffee</strong>, </p> <p>9251 Baltimore National Pike, </p> <p>Ellicott City, MD</p> <p>(410) 750-2450</p> <p> </p> <p>If you're in town during the labor day weekend, please come and join MINI & Mini enthusiasts for a casual hang-out, show our MINIs/Minis, talk cars and other stuffs, enjoy coffee and great companies. </p> <p> </p> <p><em>Since the weather looks really good on the day, we're planning to finish up the day by attacking some really nice twisties in the area.</em> <img src="http://img1.meetupstatic.com/img/smileys/biggrin.gif" alt="biggrin.gif" /></p> <p> </p> <p>All are welcome. <img src="http://img1.meetupstatic.com/img/smileys/biggrin.gif" alt="biggrin.gif" /></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3117/2434888105_fec2e3dc0b.jpg" alt="2434888105_fec2e3dc0b.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p>*** DISCLAIMER ***</p> <p> </p> <p>This event is hosted by another club, vendor or other non-affiliated individual, it is not organized by DCMM. It is posted here for informational purposes only and DCMM accepts no responsibility for the event planning nor what takes place during the event. Participants shall expect to be subject to the rules and guidelines set forth by the event organizer(s).</p> <p> </p> <p>*** DISCLAIMER ***</p>
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Topic: "Coffee & MINIs in Ellicott City, MD" Coffee & MINIs is back, this time will be in Ellicott City, MD. Sunday, September 5th, 2010 @ 5pm. Here is the location: Starbucks Coffee, 9251 Baltimore National Pike, Ellicott City