About Phoenix Articles and Features: 2003
These are articles, features, photo galleries and more from your About Guide to Phoenix.
Spring Training Baseball
You'll find everything you need to know about Cactus League baseball right here. Get details about the teams, the stadiums, autographs, photos and more.
You'll find everything you need to know about Cactus League baseball right here. Get details about the teams, the stadiums, autographs, photos and more.
Arizona Lottery
The Arizona Lottery has produced lots of winners in the state. Not only the people who have won prizes, but several state agencies have benefited. Get all the details about the various games here.
The Arizona Lottery has produced lots of winners in the state. Not only the people who have won prizes, but several state agencies have benefited. Get all the details about the various games here.
Romantic Places
Starting to think about how to tell your sweetheart that you care this Valentine's Day? Here are some ideas for you that are sure to spark some romance.
Starting to think about how to tell your sweetheart that you care this Valentine's Day? Here are some ideas for you that are sure to spark some romance.
Phoenix Open
The best attended golf tournament in the country will be held in Scottsdale at the end of January. Get all the information you need to enjoy this premiere event.
The best attended golf tournament in the country will be held in Scottsdale at the end of January. Get all the information you need to enjoy this premiere event.
Phoenix: City Overview
Get some quick details, demographics, trivia and resource links for the City of Phoenix.
Get some quick details, demographics, trivia and resource links for the City of Phoenix.
The Arizona Renaissance Festival
Huzzah! During February and March you can enjoy this unusual 16th century festival in Apache Junction, complete with jousting, entertainers in period costume and gluttonous eats at the concession stands.
Huzzah! During February and March you can enjoy this unusual 16th century festival in Apache Junction, complete with jousting, entertainers in period costume and gluttonous eats at the concession stands.
Photo Radar
A local attorney discusses the issues surrounding photo radar tickets. Some people think you don't have to pay them. Some people are afraid of the consequences if they don't. Susan Kayler provides her view.
A local attorney discusses the issues surrounding photo radar tickets. Some people think you don't have to pay them. Some people are afraid of the consequences if they don't. Susan Kayler provides her view.
Rocky Point
Need a little beach time? Here's something to help you plan that long weekend to Puerto Peñasco, Mexico.
Need a little beach time? Here's something to help you plan that long weekend to Puerto Peñasco, Mexico.
Professional Tennis Comes to Scottsdale
The Franklin Templeton Tennis Classic and State Farm Tennis Classic will bring some of the best tennis players in the world to Scottsdale this year. Get all the details here!
The Franklin Templeton Tennis Classic and State Farm Tennis Classic will bring some of the best tennis players in the world to Scottsdale this year. Get all the details here!
Volunteering Can Help Your Resumé
If you are looking for a job, and it may take a while, volunteering can help you, your community and your resume.
If you are looking for a job, and it may take a while, volunteering can help you, your community and your resume.
Glendale Attractions
Visit these attractions in Glendale, Arizona in the Northwest part of the Valley of the Sun.
Visit these attractions in Glendale, Arizona in the Northwest part of the Valley of the Sun.
El Greco to Picasso
El Greco to Picasso, on view at Phoenix Art Museum through May 2003, brings 53 spectacular paintings and sculpture to Arizona. Find out about this exciting exhibition.
El Greco to Picasso, on view at Phoenix Art Museum through May 2003, brings 53 spectacular paintings and sculpture to Arizona. Find out about this exciting exhibition.
Tax Time
Now is the time to start planning your tax preparation strategy. Here are the links to forms and resources that you will need to assist you in preparing your Arizona taxes for the 2002 year.
Now is the time to start planning your tax preparation strategy. Here are the links to forms and resources that you will need to assist you in preparing your Arizona taxes for the 2002 year.
Chandler Ostrich Festival
Prepare yourself for one of the most unusual festivals in the country, right here in Chandler, Arizona. It's the Chandler Ostrich Festival, complete with ostrich races!
Prepare yourself for one of the most unusual festivals in the country, right here in Chandler, Arizona. It's the Chandler Ostrich Festival, complete with ostrich races!
Wealthiest People in Arizona
Six men made the Forbes list of the wealthiest people in America. Find out who they are and how they got their fortunes.
Six men made the Forbes list of the wealthiest people in America. Find out who they are and how they got their fortunes.
Arizona Diamondbacks
Highlights of the first four years of the Arizona Diamondbacks franchise, along with the current home game schedule and ticket info.
Highlights of the first four years of the Arizona Diamondbacks franchise, along with the current home game schedule and ticket info.
How To Submit a Feature to About Phoenix
If you think you have an article that would be of interest to visitors to the About Phoenix site, here's how you go about submitting it.
If you think you have an article that would be of interest to visitors to the About Phoenix site, here's how you go about submitting it.
DUI
Here are the ten things you need to know if you are stopped for a DUI in Arizona.
Here are the ten things you need to know if you are stopped for a DUI in Arizona.
Franchising: Is It Right for You?
A local entrepreneur shares some tips about how to decide whether to start a business from scratch or buy a franchise.
A local entrepreneur shares some tips about how to decide whether to start a business from scratch or buy a franchise.
Irish in Phoenix
St. Patrick's Day approaches. Here's a guide to resources and organizations in the Phoenix area that will help bring out your Irish spirit. Includes Irish pubs!
St. Patrick's Day approaches. Here's a guide to resources and organizations in the Phoenix area that will help bring out your Irish spirit. Includes Irish pubs!
Canned Again--But Maybe It Isn't the Worst of Times
There can be positive changes that arise from a transition after being laid off. Here are some tips on focusing on where to go next.
There can be positive changes that arise from a transition after being laid off. Here are some tips on focusing on where to go next.
Best Places to Work 2003
Here are the details about which companies that have an office in the Phoenix area made it to the Fortune list of the Best Places to Work in 2003.
Here are the details about which companies that have an office in the Phoenix area made it to the Fortune list of the Best Places to Work in 2003.
Restaurant Review: Patsy Grimaldi's Coal Brick-Oven Pizzeria
Scottsdale has a new pizza place straight from Brooklyn. If you enjoy fresh ingredients on a crispy thin crust pizza, you'll want to visit Patsy Grimaldi's.
Scottsdale has a new pizza place straight from Brooklyn. If you enjoy fresh ingredients on a crispy thin crust pizza, you'll want to visit Patsy Grimaldi's.
Coupons Online
Here are some of the best resources for getting online coupons or discounts for Arizona businesses and services.
Here are some of the best resources for getting online coupons or discounts for Arizona businesses and services.
Arizona Quick Facts
Here are some fast and interesting facts about Arizona's people, as reported in the 200 U.S. Census. You'll find information about population age, poverty level, education, population growth and more.
Here are some fast and interesting facts about Arizona's people, as reported in the 200 U.S. Census. You'll find information about population age, poverty level, education, population growth and more.
Palo Verde Nuclear Generation Station
Find out about this nuclear energy facility near Phoenix--it's the largest one in the United States. Includes information about security procedures in the event of a terrorist attack.
Find out about this nuclear energy facility near Phoenix--it's the largest one in the United States. Includes information about security procedures in the event of a terrorist attack.
Lori Piestewa, Prisoner of War
Lori Piestewa, stationed at Fort Bliss, TX, is missing in action and presumed to be a prisoner of war. She and her family are from Tuba City, AZ.
Lori Piestewa, stationed at Fort Bliss, TX, is missing in action and presumed to be a prisoner of war. She and her family are from Tuba City, AZ.
Casualties of War
Here is an updated list of those military personnel with ties to Arizona that have been killed or are missing in action in the Iraqi conflict.
Here is an updated list of those military personnel with ties to Arizona that have been killed or are missing in action in the Iraqi conflict.
Black Widow Spiders
These venomous critters are fairly common in the Southwest. Here's what you need to know about black widow spiders.
These venomous critters are fairly common in the Southwest. Here's what you need to know about black widow spiders.
How to Treat a Black Widow Spider Bite
Here's what you need to know if you, or someone you know, is bitten by a black widow spider.
Here's what you need to know if you, or someone you know, is bitten by a black widow spider.
Scottsdale: City Overview
Get some quick details, demographics, trivia and resource links for the City of Phoenix.
Get some quick details, demographics, trivia and resource links for the City of Phoenix.
Giant Scorpion Loose in Scottsdale
In a posh Scottsdale neighborhood residents are hiding in their homes as the search goes on for a missing giant scorpion. (April Fool's story)
In a posh Scottsdale neighborhood residents are hiding in their homes as the search goes on for a missing giant scorpion. (April Fool's story)
Call Centers
The Phoenix area has attracted many call centers and operations centers of major companies. If you are looking for a job, a call center position might be for you.
The Phoenix area has attracted many call centers and operations centers of major companies. If you are looking for a job, a call center position might be for you.
Largest Pool Builders
Information about the largest pool builders in Arizona, including how long they have been in business, Better Business Bureau ratings, and other company details.
Information about the largest pool builders in Arizona, including how long they have been in business, Better Business Bureau ratings, and other company details.
Building a Pool? Ten Tips to Get You Started
Here are ten tips to help you pick a swimming pool builder.
Here are ten tips to help you pick a swimming pool builder.
Arizona Cardinals
History, trivia, and your guide to the schedule and tickets for the 2003 football season.
History, trivia, and your guide to the schedule and tickets for the 2003 football season.
Adult Stores
Find stores in the Phoenix area that sell adult books, videos and novelties.
Find stores in the Phoenix area that sell adult books, videos and novelties.
Education in Arizona
What is the plan to finally improve Arizona's public school system? It is called Arizona LEARNS. Here are the details.
What is the plan to finally improve Arizona's public school system? It is called Arizona LEARNS. Here are the details.
Basements
Is it true that there aren't any homes with basements in Phoenix? Find out the answer to this often asked question.
Is it true that there aren't any homes with basements in Phoenix? Find out the answer to this often asked question.
Arturo Moreno Buys Anaheim Angels
A local millionaire has purchased the Anaheim Angels from the Disney Company.
A local millionaire has purchased the Anaheim Angels from the Disney Company.
Magazines
Here is a selection of magazines on topics related to Phoenix, Arizona and the Desert Southwest.
Here is a selection of magazines on topics related to Phoenix, Arizona and the Desert Southwest.
Restaurant Review: Rigatony's
With two locations in the East Valley, here's a family place where you can satisfy your craving for Southern Italian food.
With two locations in the East Valley, here's a family place where you can satisfy your craving for Southern Italian food.
How To Get a Concealed Weapon Permit
This will explain who is eligible to get a permit to carry a concealed weapon in Arizona, and what you have to do to get one.
This will explain who is eligible to get a permit to carry a concealed weapon in Arizona, and what you have to do to get one.
Arizona's State Butterfly
The Two-Tailed Giant Swallowtail is Arizona's state butterfly. Learn more about it, and see the photos from the Desert Botanical Gardens Butterfly Pavilion.
The Two-Tailed Giant Swallowtail is Arizona's state butterfly. Learn more about it, and see the photos from the Desert Botanical Gardens Butterfly Pavilion.
Sky Harbor International Airport
Learn about Arizona's main airport, which is one of the busiest in the country. Includes interesting trivia about the airport's history.
Learn about Arizona's main airport, which is one of the busiest in the country. Includes interesting trivia about the airport's history.
Fire Ants
A young child was killed recently when stung by hundreds of fire ants. What are they, and what should we do about them?
A young child was killed recently when stung by hundreds of fire ants. What are they, and what should we do about them?
The Ozone Out There
What is an Ozone Alert Day, or a High Pollution Advisory Day? Learn about how ground-level ozone affects people living in the Valley of the Sun.
What is an Ozone Alert Day, or a High Pollution Advisory Day? Learn about how ground-level ozone affects people living in the Valley of the Sun.
Baby Names
Each year the Social Security Administration tallies up the applications for Social Security numbers for newborns, and provides us with information on what people are naming their kids. Why do they do it? Just because people want to know!
Each year the Social Security Administration tallies up the applications for Social Security numbers for newborns, and provides us with information on what people are naming their kids. Why do they do it? Just because people want to know!
Phoenix Mercury
We have had a WNBA basketball team since the league was started. Find out more about the Phoenix Mercury, including the home schedule and ticket information.
We have had a WNBA basketball team since the league was started. Find out more about the Phoenix Mercury, including the home schedule and ticket information.
Get a Marriage License
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to obtain a marriage license in Arizona. It doesn't get much easier than this!
Here's a step-by-step guide on how to obtain a marriage license in Arizona. It doesn't get much easier than this!
Miss Arizona Pageant
It's that time of year again, when smart young ladies compete for scholarship monies and the opportunity to go to the Miss America Pageant. Find out what it's all about.
It's that time of year again, when smart young ladies compete for scholarship monies and the opportunity to go to the Miss America Pageant. Find out what it's all about.
Canadian Lottery Scam
This scam has cost many people money, and one lady even lost $100,000. As usual, they target the elderly. Learn more about this scam and protect yourself and your loved ones.
This scam has cost many people money, and one lady even lost $100,000. As usual, they target the elderly. Learn more about this scam and protect yourself and your loved ones.
Restaurant Review: Melting Pot
The Melting Pot has two locations in the Valley of the Sun. It isn't just a meal--it's an adventure!
The Melting Pot has two locations in the Valley of the Sun. It isn't just a meal--it's an adventure!
Get What You Pay For at the Gas Pump
Here are some common sense tips to keep in mind when buying gasoline for your vehicle. From the Arizona Department of Weights and Measures.
Here are some common sense tips to keep in mind when buying gasoline for your vehicle. From the Arizona Department of Weights and Measures.
Do Not Call Registry
Here is the information about how you can stop those annoying telemarketing calls by signing up for the national "do not call" registry.
Here is the information about how you can stop those annoying telemarketing calls by signing up for the national "do not call" registry.
4th of July Celebrations
There are Independence Day celebrations in nearly every community. Here are some of the biggest 4th of July family events around town.
There are Independence Day celebrations in nearly every community. Here are some of the biggest 4th of July family events around town.
NE Greetings: Product Review
Northrop Enterprises is a local company (husband, wife, and daughter) who have a line of note cards, stationery and children's greeting cards. Check out this review.
Northrop Enterprises is a local company (husband, wife, and daughter) who have a line of note cards, stationery and children's greeting cards. Check out this review.
Bishop Thomas J. O'Brien
The Phoenix Bishop is in trouble with the law--again. And this time, someone died.
The Phoenix Bishop is in trouble with the law--again. And this time, someone died.
Phoenix Zoo
One of the most popular attractions in the Phoenix area is the Phoenix Zoo. Don't miss it!
One of the most popular attractions in the Phoenix area is the Phoenix Zoo. Don't miss it!
Personalized License Plates
Here are some personalized plates I've seen around town, with information about how you can get one, too.
Here are some personalized plates I've seen around town, with information about how you can get one, too.
2003 Miss Arizona Photo Gallery
See photos from this year's pageant. The winner will go on to compete for the Miss America crown in September.
See photos from this year's pageant. The winner will go on to compete for the Miss America crown in September.
Dangerous Intersections
Of the ten most dangerous intersections in the country, two of them were in the City of Phoenix. That's not good news.
Of the ten most dangerous intersections in the country, two of them were in the City of Phoenix. That's not good news.
TPC of Scottsdale
One of the best golf courses in the country is a public course in Scottsdale. It is also where the pros play the Phoenix Open every January. Find out more about TPC of Scottsdale, and enjoy a photo gallery of the Stadium Course.
One of the best golf courses in the country is a public course in Scottsdale. It is also where the pros play the Phoenix Open every January. Find out more about TPC of Scottsdale, and enjoy a photo gallery of the Stadium Course.
The Landmark: Restaurant Review
Here is a traditional restaurant in the setting of a former Mormon Church. The Salad Room and the Photo Gallery make this place unique.
Here is a traditional restaurant in the setting of a former Mormon Church. The Salad Room and the Photo Gallery make this place unique.
An Interview with Miss Arizona 2003
Corrie Hill was recently crowned Miss Arizona 2003 and will go on to compete in the Miss America Pageant this September.
Corrie Hill was recently crowned Miss Arizona 2003 and will go on to compete in the Miss America Pageant this September.
Best Performing Cities for Jobs
In a recent survey, Phoenix, Tucson and Yuma all fared pretty well when it comes to job growth.
In a recent survey, Phoenix, Tucson and Yuma all fared pretty well when it comes to job growth.
Creosote Bush
What is that smell? Phoenix resident Phil Persson tells about this common desert plant.
What is that smell? Phoenix resident Phil Persson tells about this common desert plant.
Clean Up the Clutter
Linda Henderson Lewis provides some packing tips to help make moving day more organized and less stressful.
Linda Henderson Lewis provides some packing tips to help make moving day more organized and less stressful.
Weather Facts and Trivia
Here are some great weather facts, and some triple digit trivia about the Arizona heat.
Here are some great weather facts, and some triple digit trivia about the Arizona heat.
Phoenix Coyotes
Get the 2003-04 schedule and find out how to buy tickets for the Phoenix Coyotes Hockey Club.
Get the 2003-04 schedule and find out how to buy tickets for the Phoenix Coyotes Hockey Club.
Moving Checklist
This moving checklist might help you relieve some of the stress associated with your big move.
This moving checklist might help you relieve some of the stress associated with your big move.
Arizona Prescription Drug Plan
The State of Arizona has introduced a discount drug plan that could help thousands of seniors get their prescription drugs at more reasonable prices.
The State of Arizona has introduced a discount drug plan that could help thousands of seniors get their prescription drugs at more reasonable prices.
Best Resorts
The Mobil Travel Guide has awarded four stars to quite a few resorts in Arizona, and many of them are in the Phoenix area.
The Mobil Travel Guide has awarded four stars to quite a few resorts in Arizona, and many of them are in the Phoenix area.
Air Pollution
A study shows that the air in the Phoenix area is improving, while other major metropolitan areas are getting worse.
A study shows that the air in the Phoenix area is improving, while other major metropolitan areas are getting worse.
Phoenix Bands of the 1960s
A local writer brings back the nostalgic area of the 1960s and the teen bands that were the rage.
A local writer brings back the nostalgic area of the 1960s and the teen bands that were the rage.
Cut Your Own Christmas Tree
What better way to celebrate the holiday season than to cut your own holiday tree. You have to have a permit to do this, though, and here's how you get one.
What better way to celebrate the holiday season than to cut your own holiday tree. You have to have a permit to do this, though, and here's how you get one.
Phoenix Suns Basketball
Check out the 2003-04 schedule. Find out how to buy tickets and where to buy tickets for our professional basketball team.
Check out the 2003-04 schedule. Find out how to buy tickets and where to buy tickets for our professional basketball team.
Fine Wines
There are 36 restaurants in the Valley that have received this year's award from Wine Spectator Magazine for their excellence in their wine list.
There are 36 restaurants in the Valley that have received this year's award from Wine Spectator Magazine for their excellence in their wine list.
Arizona State Fair
Lots of new rides and entertainment has been added to this year's Arizona State Fair. Here are all the details you need to enjoy your visit.
Lots of new rides and entertainment has been added to this year's Arizona State Fair. Here are all the details you need to enjoy your visit.
The Ultimate Desert Handbook
A book review of The Ultimate Desert Handbook, A Manual for Desert Hikers, Campers, and Travelers. Written by Mark Johnson.
A book review of The Ultimate Desert Handbook, A Manual for Desert Hikers, Campers, and Travelers. Written by Mark Johnson.
Arizona Fall League Baseball
The season for the Diamondbacks is pretty well over, but if you still want to enjoy professional baseball at incredibly reasonable prices, head over to one of the local stadiums and enjoy Arizona Fall League Baseball.
The season for the Diamondbacks is pretty well over, but if you still want to enjoy professional baseball at incredibly reasonable prices, head over to one of the local stadiums and enjoy Arizona Fall League Baseball.
Ticketmaster
Many of our venues use Ticketmaster to sell tickets to concerts, shows and sporting events. Here's what you need to know about Ticketmaster.
Many of our venues use Ticketmaster to sell tickets to concerts, shows and sporting events. Here's what you need to know about Ticketmaster.
Snakebite!
An Arizona man tells his story of how he was bitten by a rattlesnake, and what he did to cure himself.
An Arizona man tells his story of how he was bitten by a rattlesnake, and what he did to cure himself.
Cirque du Soleil - Varekai
Another Cirque du Soleil production is coming to the Valley of the Sun in 2004.
Another Cirque du Soleil production is coming to the Valley of the Sun in 2004.
Halloween
Here are the details about some of the biggest Halloween festivals and haunted houses in the Phoenix area.
Here are the details about some of the biggest Halloween festivals and haunted houses in the Phoenix area.
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are local resources and events related to fighting breast cancer.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Here are local resources and events related to fighting breast cancer.
Peoria, Arizona
Quick facts about this fast-growing city, which is northwest of Phoenix.
Quick facts about this fast-growing city, which is northwest of Phoenix.
Farmers' Markets
October is the time when all the Farmers' Markets get into full stride. Find out more about how these markets operate, and where you can find one near you.
October is the time when all the Farmers' Markets get into full stride. Find out more about how these markets operate, and where you can find one near you.
Mountain Standard Time
While almost everyone else in the country sets their clocks back one hour at the end of October, most of Arizona does not.
While almost everyone else in the country sets their clocks back one hour at the end of October, most of Arizona does not.
Glendale, Arizona
Here's a profile of Glendale, Arizona's 4th largest city. Includes demographics, community details and Glendale trivia.
Here's a profile of Glendale, Arizona's 4th largest city. Includes demographics, community details and Glendale trivia.
First Friday
Every Friday evening in downtown Phoenix the art galleries, studios and art spaces open up their doors and allow the public to come in and enjoy.
Every Friday evening in downtown Phoenix the art galleries, studios and art spaces open up their doors and allow the public to come in and enjoy.
Fake Loan Scam
A warning from Arizona's Attorney General about a very legitimate sounding loan scam. Protect yourself!
A warning from Arizona's Attorney General about a very legitimate sounding loan scam. Protect yourself!
Flea Markets and Swap Meets
Details about flea markets and swap meets in the greater Phoenix area.
Details about flea markets and swap meets in the greater Phoenix area.
Varekai Photos
Photographs of the Cirque du Soleil production of Varekai.
Photographs of the Cirque du Soleil production of Varekai.
Glendale Glitters
Details and photographs of the Glendale, Arizona holiday spectacular, Glendale Glitters.
Details and photographs of the Glendale, Arizona holiday spectacular, Glendale Glitters.
Right to Work
Arizona is a Right to Work state. Find out exactly what that means to you.
Arizona is a Right to Work state. Find out exactly what that means to you.
Mesa's Merry Main Street
Details and photographs of the Mesa, Arizona holiday festival, Merry Main Street.
Details and photographs of the Mesa, Arizona holiday festival, Merry Main Street.
Chandler Parade of Lights and Tumbleweed Tree Lighting
Details and photographs of the Chandler, Arizona holiday festival.
Details and photographs of the Chandler, Arizona holiday festival.
Phoenix Area Tree Lightings and Holiday Festivals
These are some of the more popular community festivals and tree lighting ceremonies in the Valley of the Sun.
These are some of the more popular community festivals and tree lighting ceremonies in the Valley of the Sun.
Theatre and Music for the Holidays
Get into the holiday spirit! Get dressed up, go to dinner and enjoy a show or a concert.
Get into the holiday spirit! Get dressed up, go to dinner and enjoy a show or a concert.
Urban Villages of Phoenix
Is Maryvale a city? Is Ahwatukee a town? No, they are both Urban Villages. Check here to see how the City of Phoenix defines the areas within its boundaries.
Is Maryvale a city? Is Ahwatukee a town? No, they are both Urban Villages. Check here to see how the City of Phoenix defines the areas within its boundaries.
City of Phoenix Holiday Celebrations
Includes the APS Fiesta of Lights Parade, the Candyland Concert, the Kwanzaa Expo, Breakfast with Santa and more.
Includes the APS Fiesta of Lights Parade, the Candyland Concert, the Kwanzaa Expo, Breakfast with Santa and more.
City of Peoria Oldtown Holiday Festival
Includes the children's play area, snow, choral singing, tree lighting and more. See photos, too!
Includes the children's play area, snow, choral singing, tree lighting and more. See photos, too!
Scottsdale Holiday Festivals
Get the details about Holiday Harmony and the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park's Holiday Lights program.
Get the details about Holiday Harmony and the McCormick-Stillman Railroad Park's Holiday Lights program.
Envelope Stuffing Scam
Those ads that promise hundreds of dollars every week for just stuffing envelopes at home are trying to lure you into a scam.
Those ads that promise hundreds of dollars every week for just stuffing envelopes at home are trying to lure you into a scam.
Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction
Scottsdale is the place for this well-known vintage car auction each January.
Scottsdale is the place for this well-known vintage car auction each January.