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1. What is Star City Motor Madness?
2. When and Where is SCMM?
3. Will My Car Qualify for the Events?
4. Where do the proceeds from the events go?
5. Is reserved parking available for all events?
6. How do I rent vendor space for the Automotive Flea Market at the Museum?
7. Where can I stay?
8. Tell a little about Roanoke, Virginia
9. What attractions are in the area?
10. Can I become a sponsor?
11. Do you need volunteers to help?
12. Who is on the event committee?
13. How do I contact SCMM?


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Where can I stay?

Here’s a partial list…

Best Western (near airport)
(540) 362-2400 or (800) 528-1234

Colony House Motor Lodge (Near Tanglewood Mall)
(540) 344-5907 or (866) 203-5850

Comfort Inn Airport
(540) 527-2020 or (877) 424-6423

Comfort Inn (Exit 150 I-81)
(540) 992-5600 or (877) 424-6423

Country Inn and Suites (Exit 146 I-81)
(540) 366-5678 or (800) 201-1746

Courtyard By Marriott (near airport)
(540) 563-5002 or (800) 321-2211

Days Inn (near Civic Center)
(540) 342-4551 or (800) 329-7466

Days Inn (Exit 146 I-81)
(540) 366-0341 or (800) 329-7466

Extended StayAmerica (near airport)
(540) 366-3216 or (800) 804-3724

Fairfield by Marriott (Exit 146 I-81)
(540) 362-4200 or (888) 236-2427

Hampton Inn Airport
(540) 265-2600 or (800) HAMPTON

Hampton Inn (Exit 146 I-81)
(540) 563-5656 or (800) HAMPTON

Hampton Inn Tanglewood
(540) 989-4000 or (800) HAMPTON

Holiday Inn Roanoke Hotel (near airport)
(540) 362-4500 or (800) 315-2621

Holiday Inn Tanglewood
(540) 774-4400 or (800) 315-2621

Holiday Inn Express Downtown
(540) 982-0100 or (800) 315-2621

Holiday Inn Express (Exit 150 I-81)
(540) 966-4444 or (800) 315-2621

Hotel Roanoke (downtown)
(540) 985-5900

Howard Johnson (near airport)
(540) 563-0229 or (800)IGO-HOJO


Hyatt Place (at valley View Mall)
(540) 366-4700 or (888) 492-8847

Knights Inn (near airport)
(540) 563-2871or (800) 843-5644

LaQuinta (near Salem)
(540) 562-2717 or (800) 753-3757

Main Stay Inn Suites (At Valley View Mall)
(540) 527-3030 or (877) 424-6423

Quality Inn (near airport)
(540) 562-1912 or (877) 424-6423

Quality Inn (near airport)
(540) 366-8861 or (877) 424-6423

Quality Inn (near Tanglewood Mall)
(540) 989-4000 or (877) 424-6423

Ramada Inn (near downtown)
(540) 343-0121 or (800) 272-6232

Red Roof Inn (Exit 150 I-81)
(540) 992-5055 or (800) REDROOF

Super 8 (near airport)
(540) 563-8888 or (800) 800-8000

Wyndham (near airport)
(540) 563-9300 or (877) 999-3223
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Tell a little about Roanoke, Virginia

Roanoke is the third largest city in Virginia, located in Western Virginia among the Blue Ridge Mountains. Located just off Interstate 81 and U.S. Routes 220, 221, 11 and 460, it is a 4 hour drive from Washington DC, a 3 hour drive from Richmond and a 90 minute drive from Greensboro, NC.

Founded in 1882 the city grew rapidly during the peak of the railroad era. Diversified industries and the service sector now make up the economy in Roanoke.

The metropolitan area is home to 236,000 people. It's mountains and many attractions have drawn visitors for years. Recently it has appealed to retirees from throughout the east and Midwest.


Some good websites to check for more information are:
www.visitroanokeva.com
www.roanoke.com
www.theroanoker.com
www.commonwealthcoach.com

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What attractions are in the area?

Blue Ridge Parkway– America’s longest unspoiled roadway traveled by more than 26 million motorists, hikers and bikers. The parkway comes within a mile of Roanoke. Roanoke is the largest city along the parkway.

Virginia Museum of Transportation– a huge collection of transportation memorabilia including trains, trolleys, carriages and more. (Located downtown Roanoke.)

Farmer’s Market– first opened in 1882 this open-air market is the oldest, continuous operation of its kind in Virginia. A unique mixture of history, museums, boutiques, shops, restaurants and fresh produce. (Located downtown Roanoke.)

Center in the Square– located on the Farmer’s Market it is home to the Art Museum of Western Virginia, History Museum & Historical Society of Western Virginia, Mill Mountain Theatre, Science Museum of Western Virginia & Hopkins Planetarium and the Arts Council of the Blue Ridge. (Located downtown Roanoke.)

Valley View Mall – located near the Roanoke Regional Airport, Valley View is the region's largest mall with nearly 200 stores within and around the mall.


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Booker T. Washington National Monument– Reconstructed mid-1800’s tobacco plantation. (Located in Hardy, Virginia, near Roanoke.)

Jefferson National Forest– one of the largest national forests on the east coast offering hiking, camping, picnicking and scenic vistas. (Encompasses hundreds of square miles including the outskirts of Roanoke.)

Mill Mountain Star– The world’s largest man-made neon star built as a community-spirited project atop Mill Mountain, overlooking Roanoke. (Located downtown Roanoke.)

Harrison Museum of African American Culture– Features an extensive collection of memorabilia, objects and photographs highlighting the achievements of African Americans in the Roanoke Valley. (Located downtown Roanoke.)

Virginia Tech/Blacksburg – less than an hour away is Blacksburg, home to Virginia Tech, Virginia's largest public university.

Salem– established in 1812, Salem offers many historic sites and a small town feel a short distance from Roanoke.

Lexington – Home to Virginia Military Institute and Washington and Lee University. This historic town features museums, shops and more. (Located 65 miles north of Roanoke.)

Fincastle – Established in 1770 this quiet community is the county seat for Botetourt County, which once encompassed territory all the way to Wisconsin. It was as far west as you could get in the 1770’s. The town retains many of its original buildings. The courthouse was designed by Thomas Jefferson. (Located 25 miles north of Roanoke.)

Buchanan – Established in the 1830s this small town on the James River was the western terminus of the James River and Kanawha Canal. Filled with history and shops it is the classic American small town, right down to the community movie theatre. (Located 30 miles north of Roanoke.)

Natural Bridge of Virginia – One of the seven wonders of the world. A naturally occurring geological formation in the form of a bridge. (Located 40 miles north of Roanoke.)

To The Rescue Museum - This national EMS museum is dedicated to Julian Wise who formed the first volunteer rescue squad in the nation in Roanoke. Located in Roanoke.

Smith Mountain Lake – The second largest lake in Virginia with over 500 miles of shoreline. At the State Park visitors can enjoy 1,500 acres of swimming, fishing, picnicking and hiking. Located near Roanoke.

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Can I become a sponsor?

SCMM welcomes all businesses, organizations and individuals to join in this exciting two-day event. There are numerous sponsorship opportunities. Please call Robert Bennett at (540) 776-5353.

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Do you need volunteers to help?

As an all-volunteer organization we need people to help with the planning, set-up, operation and take-down of all activities. Whether you’re a car enthusiast or not we welcome your help large or small. Please call the Virginia Museum of Transportation at (540) 342-5670.

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Who is on the event committee?

SCMM is an all-volunteer organization. Supporting car clubs that make up the event committee represent over 20 local car clubs. They are in alphabetical order with website and e-mail addresses where available:

Antique Automobile Club of America (Roanoke Valley Region)
www.aaca.org/roanoke
Email: snkchevcol@aol.com
Email: lolo2609@aol.com

Blue Ridge Miata Club
www.blueridgemiataclub.org
Email: funday@sitestar.net
Email: lar.bar@mindspring.com

Blue Ridge Region Porsche Club of America
www.blueridgeporsche.org
Email: LDH912@aol.com

British Automobile Club of SW Virginia
Email: stleon2@cox.net
Ted Smith at (540) 989-5121

Roanoke Valley Harley Owners Group

www.rvhog.com
Email: thunderoads@cox.net
Email: jcshog@cox.net

Roanoke Valley Mopar Club
Email: louisescott@eudoramail.com

Roanoke Valley Mustang Club
www.roanokevalleymustangclub.org
Email: fun1pony@hotmail.com
Email: myred64stang@aol.com

Roanoke Valley Z Car Club
Email: rokevalzcarclub@aol.com

Star City Classic T-Birds Club
Email: starcitytbirds@aol.com


Star City Corvette Club
www.starcitycorvettes.com
Email: cartner.ka1@cox.net

Star City Cruisers
Email: genefordman@adelphia.net
Email: low62chevy@hotmail.com
Diane Bowles (540)389-8094

Star City Pontiac Club
www.starcitypontiacs.org
Email: sburak@aol.com

Star City PT Cruiser Club
groups.msn.com/StarCityPTCruiserClub
redcruiser.proboards31.com
Email: Cea254@cox.net

Studebaker Driver’s Club
Email: W4YE@aol.com

YOVASO – Youth Speak Out About Traffic Safety
Jessica Bland (540) 561-7468
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How do I contact SCMM?

Call the Virginia Museum of Transportation at (540) 342-5670.

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