Aug. 28: Concours d’Elegance of the San Juan Islands at San Juan Vineyards

 2016 poster painting of Porsche 928 GTS

The Concours is an exhibition of vintage and classic motor vehicles and will have five categories: German, American, Other Countries, Custom/Modified/Hot Rod, and Motorcycles. All vehicles will be eligible for the “People’s Choice” award.

The Concours is a charitable event with this years’ net proceeds going to Hospice of San Juan, the San Juan Island Family Resource Center, and Rotary’s PolioPlus Project. Spectators are welcome with open general admission although a voluntary tax-deductible contribution of $10.00 is encouraged.

The Argyle Street Jazz Band will play from 12 noon to 2 p.m. and lunch and beverages are available for purchase in the pavilion. It is great fun for all and benefits valuable programs in our community.

Island artist Ary Hobbel has created an original oil portrait for this year’s poster depicting a Porsche 928, which will be one of the show entrants. New this year, the winner of an auction to be held at 1:45 PM will have their vehicle on the 2017 poster to be painted by Hobbel.

Car owners are encouraged to fill out the online entry form at www.sanjuanconcours.org where additional details can be found.

1955 Chevy Bel Air, the 2015 People’s Choice Winner

Special thanks to this year’s Sponsors: Porsche Bellevue, PeaceHealth Peace Island Medical Center, San Juan Vineyards, Islanders Bank, Island Petroleum Services, Roche Harbor Resort, Kings Market, Lowe Construction, Finish Line Auto Repair, Earthbox Motel & Spa, Dr. Brian Crain Optometric Physician, Heritage Bank, Friday Harbor Drug, Friday Harbor Electric, Safe Harbor Insurance, San Juan Interiors, Printonyx, General Store & Deli, Island Garden Company, Road Scholars, Friday Harbor House, San Juan Propane, West Mechanical.