If you are up for the challenge, then make your way to Watkins Glen International and take a tour in your own vehicle. From April 17th through November 1st, The Glen will be offering tours that include three paced laps beginning at noon each day for just $25. Tour dates are subject to track availability and schedule and motorcycles are prohibited.

Ultimate Driving School at Watkins Glen
Saturday, September 26, 2009 to Sunday, Sep 27, 2009

Overview:
The Genesee Valley Chapter of the BMW CCA is pleased to invite you to participate in our upcoming High Performance Driving School at Watkins Glen International on September 26-27, 2009. In conjunction with the driving school, we will also host a BMW CCA Club Race at this event. This Club Race is named in honor of Stan Parker who passed away earlier this year. Stan was one of the original BMW Club Racers, a Comp Steward, one of the founding members of GVC BMW CCA, and instrumental in starting our driving school program.

The GVC Chapter has over 25 years of experience conducting HPD Schools at Watkins Glen and is nationally recognized for its structured, state-of-the-art, 2-day driving programs emphasizing skill development and safety. Our certified in-car instructors coach you through all levels of your skill development, from novice drivers to club racers and instructor candidates, reinforcing what is taught during classroom sessions that cover high performance driving techniques.

For those new to the sport and / or new to driving at Watkins Glen, we provide extensive written materials to help you prepare prior to coming to the track and an orientation the night before the event that covers an overview of what to expect, where to go and how to prepare, so that you get the most out of your time at the track.

At the end of the first day of driving, everyone is encouraged to take the guided “Track walk” where you are transported around the track and are allowed to walk each corner while receiving expert pointers from the classroom instructor. After the “Track walk,” we convene back at the garage, where you can meet and mingle with other car enthusiasts, drivers and instructors at our “Garage Party.” Enjoy a variety of appetizers, beer and wine with friends and family. To commemorate the event and give you bragging rights back home, you will receive a limited edition “Ultimate Driving School” T-shirt and “Tech sticker” for your car.

This is your chance to experience the premier and legendary Watkins Glen road-course, with its top notch track facilities and GVC’s High Performance Driving program. The town of Watkins Glen is located at the southern-most tip of Seneca Lake, a summer resort with nearby parks, lodging, restaurants, shops and fun activities for the whole family.

Event Details:
GVC BMW CCA events are not limited to BMW cars and owners. Cars of any marque are allowed as long as they meet specified technical and safety requirements and are NOT convertibles, trucks or SUV’s (including X5’s, X3’s, and Porsche Cayennes.)

For this event we plan to accept ~100 students, divided across 3 run groups. A combined Advanced ‘A’ and ‘B’ Group (~20+ Days), an Intermediate ‘C’ Group (~5-20 Days), and a Novice ‘D’ Group (~0-4 Days). The number of days of experience is approximate.

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September 11 – 13, 2009, Gates Open at 8:00 AM EST

U.S. Vintage Grand Prix

Celebrate racing’s history at the largest vintage racing event in the country featuring historic cars of the past from as far back as the 1930’s.

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Saturday 1 pm

September 12, 2009

Watkins Glen International
Watkins Glen, New York

Vintage/Antique/Classic
Auto auction

Brought to you by State Line Auto Auction Inc.
and Watkins Glen International

WELCOME to Vintage Bidness. We are excited about this opportunity to offer vehicles for sale at the first Vintage, Antique and Classic Auction to be held on Saturday, September 12, 2009 at 1:00 PM. This inaugural sale will be limited to 160 vehicles, so register your vehicles now. This auction is being brought to you by Watkins Glen International and State Line Auto Auction Incorporated, New York State’s largest independently owned Auto Auction. The Auction will be held in the HGP Paddock just north of the Souvenirs Pyramid inside the track. You won’t want to miss this !!!

Auction Website | Bidder Registration | Seller Registration

View Current List of Vehicles

Click Here to View Sale Vehicle Parking Layout

Purchase a Bidder Number

INCLUDES
Weekend Pass for One
Hospitality Tent on Sale Day
Guest Pass also Available

Register Vehicle(s) for Auction

INCLUDES
Weekend Pass for Two
Hospitality Tent on Sale Day
Bidding Privileges

Terms of Sales and Policies

Consign your vehicles now
“only 160 entries available”

2 lane sale – 80 vehicles each lane

ALL CONSIGNMENTS AND BIDDERS ARE SUBJECT TO APPROVAL BY STATE LINE AUTO AUCTION

Questions 607-565-8151 Adam, Jeff, Marty or Steve

Brought to you by State Line Auto Auction Inc and Watkins Glen International

August 6 – 9, 2009

Heluva Good! Sour Cream Dips at The Glen

The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series returns in 2009 during its traditional weekend, August 6-9th. It’s a full weekend of racing with Friday’s Grand-Am Rolex Series Crown Royal 200 and Saturday’s Nationwide Series Zippo 200.

http://www.theglen.com/Tickets-Events/Events/2009/Heluva-Good-Sour-Cream-Dips-at-The-Glen.aspx

Red Cat Summer Stage

Starting Saturday, August 08, 2009 At 6:30PM EST

 Telluride will be featured on the Red Cat Summer stage as the band of choice for the Saturday night concert with singer Megan Linville kicking off the night.  Come enjoy the fun and listen to some great music.

- July 31/August 1-2: Spiedie Fest (Binghamton, NY)

- August 5: Waverly Fan Fest

- August 6: Race Fever Festival (Corning, NY)

- August 7-9: Heluva Good! Sour Cream Dips at The Glen

Corning’s Gaffer District is pleased to announce the annual Race Fever night on Thursday, August 6, 2009.

2009 Race Fever Participants

This year’s event takes place from 5:00pm to 9:00pm on Bridge Street in Corning’s Gaffer District. Highlights of this year’s event include:

100.9 The Big Pig, presenting:

Miller Lite showcar and Autograph session by NASCAR Sprint Cup driver Kurt Busch from 7:00pm to 8:00pm at the former American Twin Harley Davidson lot.

Activities at J&T’s Auto Café featuring:
Pit Crew Challenge and Duck Race to benefit Corning Meals on Wheels
Michael Waltrip NAPA Show car
Inflatable adventure for kids
WYDC-TV Big FOX and WOKN-FM
The Jeff Gordon official fan club (The Jeff Gordon Network) and Jeff Gordon Foundation
Schwann Ice Cream team featuring collectible Jeff Gordon ice cream tins and complimentary ice cream samples
US Air Force show car and interactive display
Live music by The Brain Bell Janglers from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.
Live music by Wendy Owens & Renegade from 5:00pm to 9:00pm.
City of Corning Fire Department MDA Boot Drive
Kids Stop (behind Lando’s) featuring Moe’s Karting World with over 20 go kart displays and a simulator ride with 15 different exciting experiences
Rock climbing wall near Pulteney & Bridge Streets
A variety of local and regional food vendors

Downtown street party celebrating Sprint Cup racing. Featuring drivers, racing displays, food and live entertainment.