August 29, 2004 
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Silver Diner Is Hosting "Retro Summerfest" and Car Rally Benefiting MDA Fundraiser
Classic cars and a good cause will take center stage as
Silver Diner restaurants host a special "Retro Summer Giveaway" celebration on August 29, with proceeds to benefit the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA).
The event, to be held concurrently at 4 participating Silver Diners in Virginia, Maryland and New Jersey but all the Silver Diner locations will participate in raising money for MDA. The "Retro Summerfest" will feature the second time in row "Silver Diner Classic Car Show and Retro Summer Giveaway", with 50's classic "dream machines" like the '56 Ford Convertible and 2 door hardtop Chevy that will compete for special honors and coveted trophies. The program, running from 3pm to 7pm, will include entertainment for the whole family including music, kids' games, summer refreshments, and special activities such as face painting.
During this day of family fun, special programs and live raffles with great prizes will be held with proceeds benefiting MDA.
"It's our pleasure to help a great organization like MDA," says Bob Giaimo, Silver Diner's founder, president and CEO. "Muscular Dystrophy is a terrible disease, but progress is being made on finding a cure. This is a great opportunity to take a day of family fun and at the same time raise money for such a worthy cause."
As part of this special celebration, the culmination to Silver Diner's "Retro Summer Giveaway" will occur simultaneously at each participating restaurant precisely at 5pm. At that time, the "Retro Summer Giveaway" winners will be announced, including the grand prize winner of a two year lease on a 2003 Ford Mustang. Other lucky customers will also take home one of 11 weekend getaways to the Nemacolin Woodlands Resort & Spa in the Laurel Highlands of western Pennsylvania, Baltimore Orioles tickets and $25 Silver Diner gift cards, and Silver Diner tee-shirts.