Today is Cinco De Mayo! We’re going to take a look at some iconic parts of Mexican American Chicanx Traditions, and the incredible car culture they’ve created out west with Lowrider cars. We’re also going to learn a little bit about the origins of this commemorative holiday, and then grab a delicious Mexican and Tex Mex dinner at a local restaurant! It’s a great day to support your local Mexican and Mexican-American owned local businesses, too.
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Celebrating Star Wars Day!
May the 4th be with you all!
Since we love all things automotive, we thought it would be fun to celebrate a list of some of our favourite Star Wars vehicles! And just so your newfound knowledge won’t go to waste, here’s a great list of fun Star Wars Day events going on around so you can strut your stuff and win the Trivia rounds! Got a favourite vehicle or ship that we’ve left off our list? Let us know in the comments below and it might make the ranks for next year’s May the 4th post!
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Take a deep breath, because things are about to get…weird. Did you know that today is National Paranormal Day? That’s right! Why wait until October to celebrate all things spooky? You can explore the paranormal and metaphysical all year round. Let’s take a look at the evidence for some truly spooky local legends and lore, and if nothing else they certainly make great campfire stories for your next road trip in your Classic Auto Group Car!
Have you come across any of these local cryptids and creatures in your paranormal research?
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“I’ll have Tuna on white, no crust” – Paul Walker as “Brian” in The Fast and the Furious
Today is World Tuna Day! Whether you order a classic “Tuna on White, no crust” or prefer a swanky Seared Ahi Tuna Steak or some Spicy Tuna Rolls, it’s clear that this prolific fish has caught our culinary-obsessed hearts by hook, line, and sinker! We’re highlighting this maritime meal with a list of amazing local restaurants that are perfect for on-the-go meals as well as sit down dinners.
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May Day celebrations center around springtime festivities and the start of flowers, vegetables, fruits, and other plants beginning to grow and blossom. It’s a wonderful time to get outside and celebrate nature and it’s beautiful greenery!
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In the Mid-Twentieth Century, Chicago was a hot spot for up and coming musical artists in the Blues and Jazz category. So it comes as no surprise that some of the region’s hottest jazz clubs can still be found there today! We’re celebrating National Jazz day by tapping our toes to some of the greatest hits of Jazz music. Be sure to listen closely, because you may recognize more of the songs than you’d expect! Many modern day artists have been heavily influenced by musicians of yesteryear, and you’ll find many similar beats, riffs, basslines, and even reimaginings or covers of classic Jazz.
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Today is National Dance Day, and we’re celebrating with some creative car choreography and super catchy playlists. Whether you’re bopping along in your car during rush hour, shakin’ your tail feathers on the dance floor, or having a me-party at home in your PJs on a friday night, we know a good beat is impossible to resist. Waltz into the weekend with these iconic video clips and song suggestions.
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Today is National Superhero Day! And we’re excited to share some great comics that feature iconic cars from superheroes and villains. Check out our picks for recommended reading, and stick around to the end for some fun video content.
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Today is National Prime Rib Day, and we’re all about it. Nothing screams summer like a freshly seared steak hot off the grill, but what do you do during the in-between seasons when grilling isn’t in vogue? You check out the plethora of top notch steaks at local eateries in the Waukegan area.
Spring has sprung and summer is just around the corner, so let’s get out there and see the world! Or, well, Wisconsin at least. Today’s blog post is all about exciting places to visit in Wisconsin and get some lowkey exercise while we’re at it! Let’s take a tour and explore some of the beautiful towns and trails of Wisconsin.
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