Celebrating More Than 50 years in the San Francisco Bay Area JAGazette The official publication of the JAGUAR ASSOCIATE GROUP (J.A.G.) “World’s Oldest Jaguar Club” Volume 58 No. 5 May 2012 Lunch with Luella Gold Beach or Bust elcome to the best restaurant in Santa Cruz County. We May 11 Wwill convene at Scopazzi’s Restaurant in Boulder Creek re you ready for the great adventure? I did this trip several on Sunday, June 10, at noon. Entree choices are London Broil, Ayears ago and what a blast. We saw all kinds of wildlife in- Chicken Mediterranean or Salmon. This includes salad, anti- cluding Brown Bear fishing for salmon and several Bald Eagles pasto, bread, vegetable, potato or rice, choice of dessert, bever- with their nest. The tour guides are very friendly and knowl- age, tax and tip—all for $32.00. edgeable. The food was fantastic and the accommodations were For those of you who do not know where Boulder Creek is, take adequate. Hiway 9 out of Saratoga from the north, Hiway 17 through Scotts Rogue River Jet Boats/ Valley and Felton from the South. At Johnnie’s Market in Boulder Rogue River Tour Boat Rides Creek turn onto Big Basin Hiway— two blocks to the restaurant. Jet Boats, Tour Boats or Mail boats river trips are divided into 2 Plenty of parking. sections by where they operate on the Rogue River. For more in- Scopazzi’s has an interesting history. In June of 1915, Joe Lo- formation on Rogue River Jet Boats and the areas trips are offered catelli laid the foundation for a new hotel on Big Basin Highway check these links Middle Rogue River and Lower Rogue River. in Boulder Creek. It first opened as a boarding house, the Italia Gold Beach Oregon - Rogue River Jet Boats Hotel, for use by the loggers working the surrounding hillsides. The lower Rogue River at Gold Beach and Wedderburn is where The opening of a movie studio in Boulder Creek in the same the nations original Jet Boats began operation. In 1895 when a mail year brought many people to the town, and the hotel prospered contact was issued to the carry the mail by river which started the along with the movie business. The hotel was frequented by many upriver passenger boats operations with Rogue River Mail Boats. of the stars of the time, including Wallace Beery, Tom Mix, Henry (continued on page 5) (continued on page 3) What and Where to Read JAGazette Jaguar Associate Group PAGE PAGE 2151 Lotus Road 1 Lunch with Luella 7, 17 Jet Boats on the Rogue Placerville CA 95667 Gold Beach or Bust 7-9, 12 Jaguar News & Views 2 President’s Message 10-11 Art TO: Editorial 13, 16 Victoria Summer Tour 3 Mechanic and the Cardiologist 14-15 April Fools Rallye Prospective Members Reservation forms 16-17 Roving Reporter of the 4 Schedule of Events 18 JCNA Concours Jaguar Associate Group 5 Gold Beach 19 Classifieds 6 Francesco’s Luncheon 20 Club Page JAGazette May 2012 PAGE 2 President’s Message / Editorial s I am sitting here Editorial Awriting this month’s As I was talking to President Howard the other day I realized Presidents letter two things that I have been on the Board of Directors for a year and a half, it struck me as being out seems like a much shorter time. It is amazing how the time passes of sync. Thing number so quickly. My topic this month is volunteer organizations. I have one. Why am I up so ear- been involved in several and have always enjoyed the camaraderie ly on a Saturday morning with the other members. The JAG Club is especially enjoyable be- <yawn>?? Thing number cause there are so many great members. two is “if” I am up this ear- Participation is voluntary, it is always a challenge to recruit new ly why am I not out with my Jaguar friends having Fun ??? board members. In November we will have the regular nomina- Tomorrow will be better, since I and (at last count) 57 of my Jag- tions diner, that seems like we have plenty of time to find new uar friends are going to be driving to the top of Mt. Diablo check- nominees, but it will be here before we know it. ing out the Great View (Lew tells me I can see LA on a clear day, I If any of you wish to do anything on the board please contact any hope it is a clear day). board member, they are listed on the back page of the Jagazette. Then we will be having lunch and trading a few story’s. As a bo- That being said, I would like to thank all of the members and nus I am going to view a new home of one of our club members in especially the board members who have assisted me with the Jaga- the area. Overall a very good day. zette. I have received contributing articles and even a few funnies. Skipping ahead a bit. “We” (Jaguar Group) are driving to Oregon Every month when I start out with a blank paper it feels over- to take a jet boat trip up the river. Be sure you see all the Details in whelming, but it is amazing how it gets done each month. (It does this month’s Jagazette and get signed up to join us. Richard Halk make the time go even faster) Even more important than their ma- (The Hawk) has put a lot of effort into putting this event together. I terial support is their moral support. hope you will join with me in making his efforts worthwhile. Richard Halk, Acting Editor We also have two separate events one hosted by Luella Berry and one hosted by Norma France quickly approaching on our schedule and you know both of these lady’s always host very pleasant events. Check the schedule and get signed up. More people = More Fun for everyone. Richard Halk and Gordon Cummings have put together a very Have Your Jaguar Serviced And Repaired ambitious schedule for our Jaguar group for the year. Let’s over- By Certified Factory Trained Jaguar Technicians whelm them with numbers and make their efforts worthwhile. Enjoy Dealership Service Without The Price Check your schedule and sign up for as many events as possible. Be part of the Fun Events, rather than just reading about them in the Jagazette. As Always, Our Jaguar … Cleaned Up … Wrapped Up … And Full of Petrol See You on The Road !!! 6310 Houston Place Unit B, Dublin, CA 94568 Howard Smith, President, Bay Area Jaguar group 925-829-5930 JAGazette May 2012 The Mechanic and the Cardiologist / Lunch with Luella PAGE 3 (continued from page 1) A mechanic was removing the cylinder-head from the engine Fonda and Mary Pickford. During prohibition it became a well of a car he was repairing, when he spotted a well-known cardi- known place to sample the output of the local stills. ologist in his workshop. In the early 20’s the movie business wound down, but with the The cardiologist was there waiting for the service manager increasing popularity of the Big Basin State Park the Locatellis to come and take a look at his car when the mechanic shouted changed the emphasis to a travelers hotel. The redwood dining across the garage, ‘Hey Doc, want to take a look at this?’ room was opened in 1924 and the establishment renamed Lo- The cardiologist, a bit surprised, walked over to where the catelli’s Inn. mechanic was working under the bonnet. 1955 the Locatellis sold the property to the Scopazzis, a family The mechanic straightened up, wiped his hands on a rag and with deep roots in the Bay Area restaurant scene. While no longer asked, ‘So Doc, look at this engine. I opened its heart, take the offering accommodation, they added the lounge bar to the build- valves out, repair any damage, and then put them back in, and ing. The restaurant was operated by the senior John “‘Nono” Sco- when I finish, it works just like new.’ pazzi. So how come I make $25 grand a year and you make $500 In 1986 the restaurant business and the name were sold to the grand when you and I are doing basically the same work?’ present owners, long-time chef Paul Violante and front-of-house manager Talal Janbay, who started there as a busboy. The cardiologist paused, leaned over, and then whispered to the mechanic… ‘Now try doing it with the engine running.’ After nearly 100 years, Scopazzi’s continues to offer the finest Italian restaurant in the area, with an extensive wine list and a full lounge bar. Banquet facilities are available for up to 200 people. Gold Beach, Oregon Scopazzi’s Sign up Form Reservation Form Please reserve __ at $32.00 each including tax and tip=$_____ Reservation form must be in by May 1, 2012 Entree Choice (1) London Broil (2) Chicken Mediterranean (3) Salmon Please reserve______ $90.00 per person for the 100 mile Jet Boat Trip up the Rogue River- Total $__________ Name _________________________________ (1) (2) (3) Name __________________________ Name __________________ Name __________________________________(1) (2) (3) Name __________________________ Name __________________ Name __________________________________(1) (2) (3) Email address ___________________________________ Name __________________________________(1) (2) (3) Phone Number __________________________________ Address ________________________________________________ Car____________ Year______ Color________ City/Zip _______________________ Phone ____________________ Please mail reservation form to Richard Halk at 2151 Lotus Rd. Placer- Car__________ Model_________ Color________ ville CA.