2nd Annual “Cruisin’ the 50’s” Drives Public to Newburyport on Aug. 15, 2013

NEWBURYPORT, Mass. - July 26, 2013 - PRLog -- Summer nights, classic cars and a doo wop concert come together to create a fabulous 50’s festival in downtown Newburyport on Thursday, August 15 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. Sponsored by “The Legends” WNBP Radio, St. Jean’s Credit Union, and the Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce, Cruisin’ the 50’s is a free community event that features 150 specially selected classic cars from across New England, along with live music by Billy D and the Rock-its Doo Wop Show Band.  The rain date is Aug. 22, 2013.

Now in its second year, Cruisin’ the 50’s plans to build on the momentum of its inaugural event, which drew almost 6,000 residents and visitors. WNBP will be broadcasting live on the air, and local restaurants, shops and historic sites will feature special deals and pricing for attendees. The event wraps up with dancing and a free outdoor concert on Market Square by local favorites Billy D and the Rock-its.

According to Newburyport Chamber Executive Director Ann Ormond, this event is very popular with locals and tourists alike. “Cruisin’ the 50’s was a huge success last year, and we expect an even better turnout for 2013. It brings good old-fashioned fun to our streets and showcases the businesses and historic charm of our downtown,” she said.    

“This event offers a great summer night for the whole family,” said Carl Strube, general manager and co-owner of WNBP. “Those of us that were young in the ‘50s and ‘60s can take a walk down memory lane, while younger generations will appreciate first-hand the beauty and design of such vintage vehicles as Cadillacs, Thunderbirds, Impalas and more along the City’s streets.”  

Visitors can browse the 150 classic cars parked along both sides of Newburyport’s State, Pleasant and Inn Streets, which will be open for pedestrian traffic only during the event.  “For nearly a year, we have been hand-selecting only the finest quality cars from throughout New England. The downtown Newburyport Cruisin’ the 50’s car show represents the best of the 1940’s through 1960’s American vehicles,” said Wes Pettengill, curator of this and other classic car events in New England, as well as host of WNBP Radio’s “Calling All Cars” program.  He noted that many of these show cars will only attend this one event all year.

“There is a certain kind of style and craftsmanship in these cars that you just don’t see every day, Pettengill added.  “Everyone gets a thrill looking at these beautiful machines up close and meeting their proud owners.”

For more information about Cruisin’ the 50s, please visit www.wnbp.com and www.newburyportchamber.org.  

Please note: Classic car participation is by invitation andpre-registration only. For participant information, contact car coordinator Wes Pettengill at 978-465-3140.

About Our Sponsors

WNBP AM 1450 and FM 106.1 has been serving the Greater Newburyport area since 1957. In March 2009, locally owned and operated Port Broadcasting, LLC, purchased the station from Westport Communications and implemented a Legendary Songs by Legendary Singers format with mission to serve the community and keep radio local. Port Broadcasting acquired local radio station AM 1220 The Legends in Sanford, ME, in October 2012. The station can be heard on AM, FM and streaming worldwide on the Internet at www.WNBP.com.

St. Jean's Credit Union is Massachusetts first credit union and has been proudly serving more than 14,000 members throughout the North Shore for more than 100 years. Located in Newburyport, Salem, Lynn, and Revere, St. Jean’s is a full service financial institution with products and services to fit all of your financial needs, including auto loans, mortgages and home equity loans. To learn more about St. Jean’s Credit Union, call 978-462-2771 or visit them online at www.stjeanscu.com.

The Greater Newburyport Chamber of Commerce & Industry is a leading advocate for sound, balanced economic development in the greater Newburyport region. As a vital organization that represents the diverse interests of more than 850 members from many different business sectors and locations, the Chamber speaks as a collective voice on issues that impact business, the economy, and the community as a whole. For more information, please visit www.newburyportchamber.org.