1965 Bug to benefit GiGi’s Playhouse
Aug 22nd
Harsh Winters Volkswagen Club is holding a raffle for a rebuilt 1965 Sea Blau Volkswagen Beetle with all proceeds benefiting GiGi’s Playhouse of Fox Valley, a downs syndrome awareness Center.
The winner of the Give Away will be announced on August 28, 2011 at Bug-A-Palooza 8 to be held at D’Arcy Volkswagen in Joliet, IL.
Keep checking back for updates on the restoration progress and be sure to get your tickets for this great cause before time is up.
A special thanks to all of the club members for their countless hours of work and companies who have donated parts.
Only $10 donation per ticket.
Upcoming Event: Bug-A-Palooza 7
Jul 30th
We’ll folks, Bug-A-Palooza 7, August 22, 2010, is just upon us. Bug-A-Palooza is Harsh Winters VW Club’s annual Volkswagen auto show hosted in Joliet, Illinois at D’Arcy Volkswagen 2521 West Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL 60435. With over 100 vehicles attending, numerous swap participants and activities for the whole family it has become the premier show in the northern Illinois VW community. All Volkswagens are welcome to the show. Participants will receive dash plaques and goody bags on a first come first serve basis.
Registration: 9am – 12pm, Awards 3pm
Fee: Registration $10/Vehicle, $10/Swap Space 10′x20′, Spectators Free
Free Show T-Shirt for the first 100 Registrants!
Proceeds from the event are donated to GiGi’s Playhouse Down Syndrome Awareness Centers.
Looking forward to see everyone out there.
Happy 4th of July
Jul 3rd

Happy 4th of July everyone! Remember this is the holiday with the most auto accidents. Be sure to keep a watchful eye on the road so we see you all at the next event. Have a fun and SAFE weekend.
Image Credit: dunedindailyphoto
Midwest Classic 2010
May 14th
June 4 – 6, 2010 Harsh Winters VW Club has rented out Tippecanoe River State Park in Winamac, Indiana. This should be a fun filled weekend. Come join the fun.
Cabins still available. If your plans changes come on down. There is always room!!!!



