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Activities
There is plenty for race fans to enjoy away from the track during the Dodge/Save Mart 350 event weekend. From a chance to bid on a lap around the track with a NASCAR driver to entertainment by world-class artists, there's sure to be something for everyone. Jeff Gordon Appearance - Wednesday, June 21
Jeff Gordon is scheduled to appear at 3:15 p.m. at Macy's Union Square in San Francisco for TAG Heuer's Carrera Tachymeter product. 'NASCAR Weekend at Infineon Raceway' Statewide Proclamation - Thursday, June 22
Assemblyman and avid NASCAR fan, Doug LaMalfa, who represents the 2nd District in California, will be joined by popular NASCAR FOX television analyst Larry McReynolds and Infineon Raceway President and General Manager Steve Page in an official proclamation of "NASCAR Weekend at Infineon Raceway." The proclamation will take place mid-morning on the floor of the State Legislature and will be repeated on the West Steps of the State Capitol for race fans during a race festival. Race fans are encouraged to attend the festival and take part in all activities, including a special ticket offer for the Dodge/Save Mart 350 weekend. For more information, call 800-870-RACE or visit www.infineonraceway.com. Blue Lizard Suncream Cancer Screenings - all weekend
Blue Lizard Australian Suncream will offer a free sun safety program during the Dodge/Save Mart 350 NASCAR NEXTEL Cup weekend, which will educate fans about the dangers of over-exposure to the sun. Blue Lizard, doctors from Tri-Cities Skin & Cancer and local dermatologists will partner to provide education, prevention and detection through skin cancer screenings. Look for their booths throughout the raceway. Booths will be open from approximately 10 a.m.-3 p.m. on Friday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. on Saturday and 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Sunday. Wall of Fame Ceremony - Friday, June 23
Race fans are invited to watch as NASCAR NEXTEL Cup Series driver, Jeff Gordon, and Speedway Motorsport, Inc. CEO, O. Bruton Smith, are inducted into the Infineon Raceway Wall of Fame on Friday in Winner's Circle at 11:20 a.m. Gordon, a four-time Infineon Raceway winner, and Smith were chosen because of their outstanding contribution to Infineon Raceway and motor sports in general. They will join Rusty Wallace and Mark Martin who were enshrined on the Wall of Fame in 2005. Chris Isaak Concert & Anthem - Sunday, June 25
National recording artist and Stockton native Chris Isaak will treat fans to a brief concert on Sunday morning prior to pre-race activities at approximately 11:25 a.m. The mini-concert will likely span approximately 20 minutes and will take place on a stage in front of the main grandstand at the start/finish line. Isaak is best known for his hit single "Wicked Game," which became a top-10 hit in 1991. He has released a number of albums over his career, and his style can best described as a blend of country, blues, rock-n-roll, pop and surf rock. In addition to the concert, Isaak will also sing the National Anthem during pre-race ceremonies scheduled for 12:21 p.m. Chris Isaak Autograph Session - Sunday June 25
Chris Isaak will also be available for a brief autograph session at the Ticket Pit Stop located behind the main grandstand on Sunday morning from approximately 9:45 - 10:15 a.m. Lamont & Tonelli Autograph Session - Sunday June 25
Radio Duo Lamont & Tonelli from San Francisco's 107.7 "The Bone" will be available for a meet and greet and autograph session from 10:00 - Noon on Sunday at the Ticket Pit Stop located behind the main grandstand. Airshows America's Patriots Jet Team Air Show - Sunday, June 25
Race fans will want to be in their seats well before the start of the Dodge/Save Mart 350 in order to enjoy the Patriots Jet Team Air Show at approximately 10:50 a.m. This show, performed in four 1983 L-39 Ex-Military Jets, will feature 20 minutes of beautifully choreographed maneuvers, including diamond formation loops and rolls. This will be followed by the faster-paced solo portion of the show during which each aircraft performs individual maneuvers such as Opposing Loops, the Cuban Eight, Vertical Rolls, as well as the PATRIOTS signature maneuver "The Tail Slide" and much more. In addition to the air show, the Patriots will also perform the high-speed flyby following the National Anthem. AAA Designated Driver Program - Sunday, June 25
This highly-successful program enters its second year in 2006 and is designed to educate people about the dangers of drinking and driving. The program is a partnership between AAA and Infineon Raceway. Those who decide to become designated drivers must fill out a pledge card - under the direction of the AAA - and they will be given a free bottle of water, provided by smartwater. Look for the booth adjacent to the AAA display on Sunday, June 25. Race-n-Rock Charity Auction - Sunday, June 25
Up to 10 lucky race fans will have the chance to win one-of-a-kind "Driver Dream Packages" at the 4th annual Race-n-Rock Charity Auction at Infineon Raceway. The lucky winners will get to take a slow-speed parade lap with a NASCAR driver around the 10-turn, 1.99-mile road course during driver introductions on Sunday, June 25. They will also get to watch pre-race ceremonies from the start/finish line. These "Driver Dream Packages" will be available during a combination live/silent auction in Winner's Circle on Sunday at 10:45 a.m. In addition to bidding on one of the great packages, there will also be great signed memorabilia from top stars in the NASCAR and rock-n-roll worlds. All proceeds from this event benefit qualified youth groups in Sonoma County through Speedway Children's Charities, the charitable arm of Infineon Raceway. IN THE GROOVE Book Signing - Friday, June 24 & Sunday, June 25
Harlequin author Pamela Britton will be autographing IN THE GROOVE, the first fiction title ever licensed by NASCAR and part of the NASCAR Library Collection. You can find Britton at Wine Country Motor Sports autographing copies of her book on Saturday, June 24 at 1 p.m. and Sunday, June 25 at 10 a.m. Wine Country Motor Sports is located adjacent to the Sunoco gas station in the main paddock. Wine Country Winner's Circle - Sunday, June 25
As the checkered flag falls on the Dodge/Save Mart 350, race fans will want to head to the Wine Country Winner's Circle for their chance to see the race winner take a drink of "Champion's Cabernet." The winner's circle experience has been enhanced for 2006 to include the feel of the Sonoma Wine Country for the race winner and fans. In addition to the drink of wine from the goblet, the area will also feature aged oak barrels from Korbel Champagne Cellars that will be decorated with grape vines, five-liter bottles of wine and wine glasses. You won't want to miss this taste of the Wine Country!
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