About this Event
THE MONTE & SONS SUNSET CARAVAN
Shhh — it's a surprise! Please don't tell Rick & Pete.
50 Years of Keeping Germantown & Mount Airy on the Road + Rolling Strong!
It started in the 1950s with "Monte" and a small garage. His sons, Rick and Pete Monteiro, kept the engine running for generations of neighbors, with honest work, a stellar team, and a whole lot of heart. Now they're heading into the sunset, and we're giving them the send-off they deserve.
JOIN THE CARAVAN! Here's how it will work...
4–5 PM — CARAVAN PREP + CAR DECORATION
- Decorate your ride with us (decorations provided!)
- Staging lot: Location shared with RSVP
- NOTE: Please do not go to Monte's BEFORE 5:30p. We are meeting at a nearby parking lot FIRST. You could ruin surprise if you arrive to the shop EARLY!
5-5:30 PM — CARAVAN ROLLS OUT
- Cars decorated + engines idle, we stand by for the signal to ROLL OUT !
- Greenlit, we turn on our hazards and blast our heart-felt honks as we follow slow + in sync over to Monte's!
5:30 PM - TOAST + CELEBRATION
- We do a brief drive-by; pause for a honking crescendo then find parking wherever available. PLEASE Be patient and mindful of traffic and pedestrians!
- Park any where you can on the surrounding streets of Monte + Sons, 44 E Walnut Lane
- We'll gather on foot on the grounds of the shop.
- We invite 3-5 customers to tell a favorite Monte story.
- Enjoy a special pop-up performance by a long-time customer!
- Cheers to Montes and all the amazing memories!
- We'll take a group photo at the end of the celebration
CARAVAN GOALS!
- 10+ cars. But the more the merrier!
WHAT TO BRING?
- Your horn, your heart, and your best Monte & Sons story.
- BYO drink or snacks to share for the celebration, or donate some $ towards provisions here. (Any excess funds will be donated to Monte + Sons).
- Make a fun sign or bring your own decorations to "pimp your ride" . We can use the signs in the final group photo too!
WANT TO GET INVOLVED?
- Want to lend a helping hand with prep, spreading the word, or day of coordination? We welcome the support!
- Do you work for a local food business and want to donate food or drinks for the celebration?
- Want to share a story? Sign up in advance! We are looking for to fill 5 slots for sharing memories - 3mins per person.
Contact: Li Sumpter - [email protected]
WANT TO CONTRIBUTE?
- We'll be buying decorations for the cars in the caravan
- We hope to print some cool bumper stickers for all who participate!
- We hear the Monte's are all have sweet teeth! We plan to buy a cake or cupcakes from their favorite spot -- the Frosted Fox (if funds permit!)
- Your contribution helps make the celebration more festive! No amount is too small!
- CASH APP : $LiSumpter
- VENMO: @li-sumpter
- We'll also do a collection on site at the staging lot BEFORE the caravan
CAN'T MAKE THE CARAVAN?
- Join the toast + celebration between 5:30-6:30pm at Monte's! -- But remember, please DO NOT arrive earlier than 5:30 to Monte's shop or you will ruin the surprise!
- We still welcome contributions -- pls see above!
RAIN DATE
- Thursday, Nov 19 4-6 pm -- same schedule as above
Event venue & nearby stays
Monte & Sons Auto Repair, Inc., 44 East Walnut Lane, Philadelphia, United States
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