MATTHEWS ALIVE 2009!!

It's that time again!! MATTHEWS ALIVE! 2009 is on its way this Labor Day weekend, September 4th-7th, 2009 in Historic Downtown Matthews at Stumptown Park & Matthews Community Center, 120 S. Trade Street, Matthews, NC 28105. MATTHEWS ALIVE! is the Southeast's largest labor day festival and parade. The primary mission of MATTHEWS ALIVE! is to hold a four day family oriented festival, which is run by volunteers, and give our local non-profit organizations the chance to raise money. On Friday, September 4th, the headliner is "Chairmen of the Board." The weekend includes a family fun carnival, live entertainment, arts & crafts, plenty of food vendors, a kid connection area, and plenty more surprises!
The Hendrick Automotive Group is the primary sponsor of the Arts & Crafts Area. The Hendrick Team will be bringing Tony Stewart's #80 Race Car and hauler. Stop on by the Arts & Crafts Area for your free http://www.hendrickcars.com/ magnets and don't forget to say hi to your favorite Hendrick employees! For more information, including times and a schedule on MATTHEWS ALIVE!, visit http://www.matthewsalive.org/.
And while you're out for MATTHEWS ALIVE!, don't forget to stop by the green in front of the Matthews Town Hall/Library for the Matthews Auto & Motorcycle Classic which is being held on Monday, September 7th from 9am-4pm. The Hendrick Automotive Group is the primary sponsor for the Matthews Auto & Motorcycle Classic. Look for your favorite Hendrick employees wearing http://www.hendrickcars.com/ shirts and stop by and pick up your free tire gauge key chains. Over 150 cars are expected to be in the competition. For information on the day's event, including registration information, visit www.matthewschamber.com/chamber-events/matthews-auto-motorcycle-classic.