This year for the second time the Cruise Committee will be inviting cruisers to join them in Clinton Township at various businesses for Pre-Cruise Car Shows in anticipation of Clinton Township Gratiot Cruise on August 7, 2011. From July 5 to August 5 cruisers can reach each corner of Clinton Township with their favorite classic vehicle and get their Cruise Passport stamped for a chance at some great prizes.

“The Cruise Passport and the pre-cruise car events were such a hit last year that we thought we would open it up past the week before the cruise,” said Tracey Moro, cruise communications director. “Many businesses are looking for an excuse to have a party at their location - but their location isn’t on Gratiot so this is a great opportunity for businesses to support the cruise and get involved in the fun of it.”
Each business will be doing their own version of a Car Show with the cruise committee helping out. Cruise Passports will be distributed to car show participants at each show starting July 11 and participants can then bring their passport with them to each event after and get it stamped.

SCHEDULE
Sonic Drive Inn - Clinton Township 7/5, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26
Sonic Drive Inn - Shelby Township 7/6, 7/13, 7/20, 7/27
Sonic Drive Inn - Sterling Heights 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1
D’s Fresh n Hot Pizza 7/24
Italian Cultural Center 8/2
Cheli’s Chili Bar 8/3
Concorde Inn 8/4
Dawg House 8/5

Watch the event page to get more information on each car show. Each Car Show will be having a variety of DJs or live entertainment, food and drink specials, judging and prizes. The Cruise Committee will be at each car show taking pre-registration for the Cruise Car Show at cruise headquarters. Registration is $15 before the cruise and $20 on cruise day. They will be bringing T-shirts, pedal cars and classics.
Passsport rules include - Must be driving a classic vehicle or a show car vehicle. Must be considered a registered member of each event for stamping. Must present your passport for stamping. Must have at least eight stamps to be eligible for prizes. Prizes will be given at the Cruise Car Show Awards presentation at 3 p.m. on Cruise Day. Must be present to win.

For more information contact Communications Director Tracey Moro -586.212.1673 or visit online at www.ctgratiotcruise.com
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