Wednesday, December 31, 2008

Holiday Cheer

Not much is going on right now with the show, only because of the holidays being here. It's hard to juggle too many things. There are really only two things to update you on. 1) Save the Ta-Ta's donated t-shirts and bumper stickers for the raffle...check out www.savethetatas.com! 2)Lemorris Harris is designing our fliers for this year. We thank Lemorris for donating his time and talent to our event!
We have envisioned postcards (similar to H2Oi's) that we'll hand out. I'm also planning on having a tent at Volksfest down in the vendor area (Jason usually helps out with the show, last year he helped park cars on the field).
We're still looking for sponsors for the show, and for companies to donate items. Please either email sharonpowley@gmail.com or jasonpowley@gmail.com. HA Boyd VW out of Lebanon, PA is a sponsor, and we would like a few more to help defray costs.
For now, have a safe and joyous New Year's!!
Sharon and Jason

Tuesday, December 16, 2008

HA BOYD VW, PROUD SPONSER


HA Boyd is a proud sponser for Dub and Rub 2009.
For the 2008 show we paid for the t-shirts, vinyl clings and flyers out of the money raised at the show. We put out a bit of our own, and chalked it up to a good cause.
For the upcoming show we figured out what we spent last year, and asked the companies that donated for some monetary help. Scott, eagerly stepped up and was happy to assist with part of our needs. They were amazing in 2008 and donated 2 $100 gift certificates!
HA Boyd is located at 1250 Chestnut St in Lebanon PA. Their website www.haboydvw.com is chock full of new and certified pre-owned VW's. And if you prefer people to internet, give them a call at 717-273-9385.

Monday, December 8, 2008

Go Topless!


Go Topless, a '96 Cabrio, drove home with with her top down after winning Best Topless.

Not everyone can be all natural





















Thebodywork on this '03 GTi caused the judges to bestow Best Implants on this spectacular car. (Eurotuner unknowingly agreed and the car was featured in October 2008.)

Perkiest and Best Cleavage

The '91 Jetta GL (also known as Money Pit) collected the Perkiest Award for his High Performance ride, while his father's '65 Bug was declared Best Cleavage for his great display.

All Natural is always a winner!

The owner of this 2001 GTi proudly displayed his daily driver and rode home as the declared winner of the All Natural class.

Friday, December 5, 2008

Figuring it out

I hope you're enjoying the site. I am slowly figuring out things. Getting the slideshow to work is killing me, so that's why pictures are missing. I figure eventually photobucket will work, or I will lose what little sanity I have left. My skillz are lacking when it comes to technology. I feel very lucky when I can get the TV, receiver, and cable box all functioning together.
Stay tuned...something new is bound to appear!
sharon

FREE Mammograms! Click to save a life

FREE MAMMOGRAMS


I was reading through the Dry Heat Panzers site, and found this link. It's awesome. Click on the "click here to Give-it's FREE" button will help fund free mammograms for low-income, inner city and minority women whose awareness of breast cancer, and opportunity, is limited.

Have you clicked yet? You can click every hour, everyday and each time someone is able to have a mammogram that may not have had the opportunity to have one.

Wednesday, November 26, 2008

Together we've raised $571,432 for 2008 Making Strides walk!

The following information is taken directly from the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer website.
Click here for the full article: CLICKFORFULLARTICLE

"Since 1993, nearly 4 million walkers across the country have raised more than $280 million through Making Strides events to help fight breast cancer. Last year alone, dedicated supporters like you raised more than $50 million nationwide to help the American Cancer Society continue fighting breast cancer and offer hope to people facing the disease.

As the nation’s largest source of private, nonprofit cancer research funds, the American Cancer Society has distributed more than $3.1 billion to researchers since 1946. We take pride in funding promising researchers early in their careers, and our track record is something we share with pride. Of the researchers chosen for Society funding throughout the years, 42 have gone on to win the Nobel Prize. In fact, the Society invests more in breast cancer research grants every year than we raise through our Making Strides events. Generous donations have allowed the American Cancer Society to be involved in many of the major breast cancer research breakthroughs of the century:

Lumpectomy and radiation for treatment of breast cancer
Mammography to screen for breast cancer
Use of tamoxifen to reduce risk of second or first breast cancer
Development of monoclonal antibodies to treat breast cancer (Herceptin) and lymphoma (Rituxan)
Discovery of genes for inherited breast and colon cancer
Knowledge that genetics, diet, lack of exercise, and alcohol abuse can increase a person's cancer risk
Discovery of cancer-causing oncogenes and tumor-suppressor genes

While the Society spends more on breast cancer than on any other solid tumor site, many of the research grants we support may have relevance to many kinds of cancers. Currently, breast cancer research projects are underway at institutions across the country, thanks in large part to the funds raised by Making Strides Against Breast Cancer participants. With your continued help, we can fund more critical research projects one of which could result in a breakthrough that would lead to fewer diagnoses and lower the number of deaths from breast cancer each year.
The American Cancer Society recommends that all women 40 and older get a mammogram every year, in addition to a clinical breast exam by their doctor or nurse as part of their regular health checkups. We know that knowledge is power, and we won’t stop until every woman understands how they can take control of their breast health.
The American Cancer Society provides information and education, 24 hours a day, seven days a week, 365 days a year … and for that reason, we have been the most trusted resource for cancer information for nearly a century. More than a million people call our toll-free number every year at 1-800-ACS-2345, and we have more than 20 million visitors to our Web site annually. Because cancer impacts people of every race and nationality, the American Cancer Society provides educational materials in a variety of languages.
A Voice for All WomenRight now, cancer can't be defeated in doctors' offices alone. We need elected officials to fully fund prevention and early detection screenings for all eligible women. The American Cancer Society works hard to keep breast cancer funding a top priority with our nation’s lawmakers. Thanks in large part to donations from Making Strides Against Breast Cancer and in partnership with our sister advocacy organization, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action NetworkSM (ACS CAN), our advocacy efforts are affecting many of the laws that govern what options are available for people battling cancer.
We have successfully lobbied Congress for millions of dollars for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program, which helps low-income, uninsured, and underinsured women get access to critical screenings and follow-up treatment. We are currently working to increase funding for the program so it can serve more eligible women.
We actively support legislation that would improve the quality of treatment for breast cancer patients and the quality of life for breast cancer survivors.
We mobilized 100,000 volunteers to defeat legislation that would have allowed insurance companies to reduce cancer screening coverage.
We are addressing disparities by promoting important public policies that provide access to quality health care and screening for all women. Everyone has the potential to get cancer … and the potential to help fight it. For more information about how you can use your voice to help us fight breast cancer, call us at 1-800-ACS-2345 or visit www.acscan.org/makingstrides.
A Community of SupportHaving cancer is hard. Finding help shouldn’t be. That’s why the American Cancer Society offers free programs and services in more than 3,400 communities across the country to ensure that cancer patients and their loved ones do not have to face cancer alone. Below are some of the support services we provide. Call us at 1-800-ACS-2345 anytime, day or night, or visit us at http://www.cancer.org/ to find out what resources are available in your community.

Transportation assistance to and from treatment
Free lodging for those having to travel far for treatment
Free wigs and assistance with treatment-related physical side effects
Emotional support programs that connect newly diagnosed breast cancer patients with survivors
Cancer education classes
An online support network

We are committed to connecting people facing cancer with the information, day-to-day help, and emotional support they need in the communities where they live to help them through every step of their cancer journey and to beat the disease.
To learn more about the American Cancer Society programs and services, visit http://www.cancer.org/. "


This is just an excerpt from the article. The entire article can be viewed by clicking the link at the beginning of the article.

Friday, November 21, 2008

Prevention Study


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I was reading on the American Cancer Society website that they are recruiting 500,000people to take part in a long-term study called the Cancer Prevention Study-3, or CPS-3 for short. The people who sign up will answer questionnaires about their what they eat, how much exercise they get, whether they smoke, etc. Over the course of 20 years, the ACS researchers will follow them to see which ones develop cancer, in hopes of learning how a person's lifestyle, environment, and genetic makeup influence who gets the disease.


If you're interested they are having enrollment next year at the following Relay For Life events here in PA:

Central Chester County: Downingtown West High School 5/16/2009
Lancaster: CV School 6/12/2009
Bethlehem: Bethlehem Area School District Stadium 6/13/2009
Latrobe: Latrobe Memorial Stadium 6/20/2009

Thursday, November 20, 2008

Cross your heart




A few of the people coming to the show decided to go one step further in helping out the cause. Ashley (winner of Most Supportive by popular vote) garnered support from her crew and had these magnets made up for the cruise to the show. All the money made from the sale of the magnets was donated to the walk.

Phil came with squishy boobs and sold them for $2 each. He aslo donated the money raised.

It was an amazing day full of support!

Friday, November 14, 2008

2008 Flyer---SHOW US YOUR DDUBS!

The flyer created last year was done by Brian Shertzer, a member of HAVOC and known to many CePa members!
I loved the effect of the cars in the background. We printed off hundreds of color copies. Hundreds!

It took a long time to decide on the name of the show, and Dub and Rub just sort of stuck. If you notice on the initial flyer printed in April, we did not have an official name yet. It's just "a show and shine".

There were a few hitches the day of the show, but we managed to pull it together...and it turned out to be a great day.

We learned somethings and we'll apply them to 2009 to make it even better!

Dub and Rub 2008


Dub and Rub 2008 was the first year for the show. Brian Yohn created the design for Jason and I. We were so pleased with it!
Jason belongs to HAVOC, the Harrisburg Area Volkswagen Owner's Club, and we were able to use some of their show stuff (tables, tents, money box!) The club also spotted us the money upfront that allowed us to buy the t-shirts and vinyl clings. After I paid them back, Jason and I donated the remaining money to Making Strides.
HAVOC's board members then voted to donate a lump sum to the walk.
This year we are trying to garner sponsers, so we will be able to donate ALL the money raised.

American Cancer Society


The American Cancer Society has a number of wonderful programs for those diagnosed with breast cancer. It's an amazing site with so much information that I couldn't conceive of summarizing it for you!
Please take a moment and check out the website....www.cancer.org

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

DUB AND RUB

Welcome to Dub and Rub's official blog!

Until Jason and I get our website up and running we are going to use the blog to keep you all informed.

Dub and Rub began with a desire to raise money for the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk. (A walk held every October by the American Cancer Society to raise awareness.) http://www.makingstrides.acsevents.org/ And became a VW show and shine held at Twin Grove Parks in Pine Grove, PA

Jason, my husband, has been involved with Volkswagen's since he was 17. His first Volkswagen was a MKII Jetta, and his pride and joy. Since I've known him he has owned a 1987 Scirocco 16v, a Jetta 2slow and a GTI VR6. I will admit that right now, I am not driving a VW...but they have grown on me, and I have my heart set on a new Rabbit.

The day of the show, we had 90 VW's register and approximately 100 spectators. The money raised (after paying the bills) went toward the walk. We were able to donate $1333 from the show. Registration was a $10 donation and spectators donated $1. We had t-shirts made up by Brian Yohn, from ShedPress and sold them for $15 each. Throughout the year, I held a few other smaller fundraisers and raised about $2000 total for the walk.

Advertisement was low key at first, but word of mouth was remarkable! Flyers were handed out at Volksfest in Campbelltown, PA and DripFest in Spring Mountain, PA. The show was advertised on the Internet through http://www.readingdubs.com/, http://www.vwvortex.com/, http://www.vwforum.com/, http://www.thesamba.com/,http://www.cepavw.org/
Slowly other sites picked up on it, and it spread throughout PA, NJ and MD. We got donations from many different companies to make up goodie bags and have raffle prizes. The companies that donated were:
A&A Auto Store- Penbrook
S&P
HE Performance ---http://www.heperformance.com/
HA Boyd ----www.haboydvw.com

(HA Boyd is one of our sponsers for the 2009 show!)
NGP Racing ----www.ngpracing.com
O'Brien Audio
Next Level
H2Oi
Universal Vintage Tire
AACA Museum
AP Tuning
ShedPress ---www.shedpress.com
America on Wheels Museum
thesamba.com
vwforum.com

The 8 categories were Perkiest, Best Topless, Junk in the Trunk, Saggy, All Natural, Best Cleavage, Best Implants and Most Supportive. Each class had one winner, and drove home with a plaque.

We were pleased with the outcome of the show, and decided that we would have it again in 2009 with a few tweaks...

For 2009 we are inviting both VW and Audi's to show. We are looking for sponsors for next year in order to cover our overhead. So far, HA Boyd out of Lebanon, PA has offered to sponsor part of the show. We are still looking for a few more companies!

We're going to work on the categories too, but nothing concrete just yet!

We'll be posting pictures from the show soon.

Keep an eye on us!

Sharon & Jason