ALL ABOUT THE CLASSICS
Segerstrom Private Car Collection in Irvine
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Published on Tue, Apr 14, 2015
By: The LACar Editorial Staff
By Sean Spear
Automobile enthusiasts will have a rare opportunity to visit one of the most notable private car collections in the region, all while supporting kids in need. Ted Segerstrom (of Orange County’s Segerstrom Center for the Arts fame) will host a benefit for the Orange County Childhood Language Center on Saturday, May 9th at his private museum; located at 17821 Gillette Ave., Irvine 92614. Ticket purchasers will be admitted at 6:00 pm.
The event organizers point out that in addition to a personal tour by Mr. Segerstrom, attendees will also be treated to the sounds of classical guitarist Mr. Flavio Apro, nibble on delicious hors d'oeuvres, and share good wine with world renowned Master Sommelier, Mr. Michael Jordan. The automobile collection includes a significant number of “One of a Kind” Shelby Mustangs, multiple and signed Shelby Cobras and more.
What:
All About the Classics – A Charity Benefit for the Orange County Childhood Language Center
When:
Saturday, May 9th, 2015
6:00pm – 9:30pm
Where:
Segerstrom Private Car Collection:
17821 Gillette Avenue, Irvine, CA 92614
Who:
Ted Segerstrom, benefactor to the OC Childhood Language Center. Classical guitarist Mr. Flavio Apro and Master Sommelier Michael Jordan will also be on-hand.
Why:
All proceeds raised from the event will benefit the Orange County Childhood Language Center, a community program for children ages 2-16 with speech and language challenges.
Visuals:
More than 50 classic and collector cars, including unique Shelby Mustangs, Shelby Cobras, other notable racing cars, and various pieces of auto memorabilia.
For more information including event details and to purchase tickets visit oclanguagecenter.org/cars.