"the People's Paths!" Cherokee News Path - 7th Annual Car & Bike Show

"Cherokee National Holiday Car Show 2007."

TAHLEQUAH, OK - It’s time to rev up those engines and cruise into the 7th Annual Car & Bike Show that will be held on Saturday, August 30, at 9 a.m. The event is being held in conjunction with the 56th Annual Cherokee National Holiday.

“The Car & Bike Show is a lot of fun for the whole family,” said Tanya Johnson, event coordinator. “There are always a lot of beautiful vehicles to admire, great food and even a Little Miss Car & Bike Show contest for girls ages five through twelve. I encourage everyone to come out and join us.”

Special awards will be presented for the Principal Chief’s Choice, Deputy Chief’s Choice, Mayor’s Choice, Chief of Police Choice (most likely to get a ticket), People’s Choice and Show Director’s Grand Choice. Awards will also be presented to Best of Show, Best of Car, Best of Truck, Best of Motorcycle, Best of Engine, Best of Interior, Best of Paint, Early Bird and the Most Miles Traveled. An overall first through third place will be awarded for the top 100 entries.

The pre-registration fee is $10 dollars for contestants entering on or before Friday, August 29. The day of the show, the registration fee will be $15 dollars. Registration for the Car and Bike Show will end at 12 p.m. Judging will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The decisions of the judges will be final.

Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day and there will also be a 50/50 drawing.

The Cherokee National Holiday has been held since 1953 in tribute to the signing of the 1839 Cherokee Constitution. It has grown into one of the largest events in Oklahoma, attracting more than 90,000 visitors from across the world.

Each year a theme is chosen for the Cherokee National Holiday that celebrates Cherokee Nation’s rich heritage and culture. The 2008 theme is "di ni yo tli u na li s de lv do di, Planting the Seed Corn for our Children's Future."

“In this theme, we honor all the Cherokee parents and grandparents whose everyday actions are dedicated to establishing strong, self-sufficient children and communities. Cherokee community members have great respect for these individuals who care and plan for the Cherokee Nation’s leaders of tomorrow,” said Smith.

For more information about the Car and Bike Show or to register, contact Tanya Johnson, phone: 918-453-5395 or by email carshow@cherokee.org.