New Country Community

New Country Subaru at the Cantina Kids Fun Run!

Summer is here and what a great event!

The Cantina Kids Fun Run is held each year on the first Sunday in June. It’s the only run in Saratoga that’s designed especially for kids! Kids choose the ¼ Mile or 1 Mile course, all kids receive a medal, and the top three boys and top three girls on each course receive trophies. Before and after the run, families can enjoy face painting, a challenge course, healthy snacks, and more. Best of all, by participating you’re raising money for children’s healthcare at Saratoga Hospital. A run for kids, all about kids, that benefits kids…a great family event right in downtown Saratoga Springs!

Founded in 2008 by Cantina owners Jeff and Heath Ames, the Cantina Kids Fun Run has raised over $409,000 for pediatric care at Saratoga Hospital’s Emergency Department. The Ames family has a very personal connection to the cause: their daughter, Tessa, now 16, was born with a rare and extremely hard to control form of epilepsy. Knowing that quality pediatric emergency care is important to all parents, whether for a broken arm, stitches, or something more serious, Jeff and Heath created the event as a way to give back to the community.

New Country Subaru is proud to participate in this event and support a wonderful group of people in our community!

STUFF the MINI to the MAX

New Country MINI of Hartford has sponsored a winter clothing drive for the past three years.  This year the Hartford Public School District asked New Country MINI of Hartford to help raise awareness and resources for the schools art program.  The team at New Country MINI of Hartford happily met the challenge!

Starting now through December 20th, the New Country MINI 4th Annual “Stuff the Mini to the Max” drive will collect art supplies or monetary donations for the Hartford Public School District.

If you would like to participate please bring your donations to New Country Hartford MINI!

Please watch the video below to learn more!

11th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive at Toyota of Clifton Park

Toyota of Clifton Park hosted the 11th Annual Thanksgiving Food Drive Friday November 17, 2017.

With the support of local organizations and countless individuals the food drive will help feed 900 families this Thanksgiving Holiday. The team at Toyota of Clifton Park is proud to support the local area food banks and organizations in need.

Thank you to all of the people and organizations who participated and made this food drive a success!  Without their help and hard work, this food drive would reach far less people.

We love our community!

FIVE MINIS STUFFED TO THE MAX DELIVER DONATED SUPPLIES TO HARTFORD STUDENTS

– 4^th annual new country mini collection helps city schools with largest delivery to date-

(HARTFORD, CT)- August 29, 2017– Hundreds of Hartford Public School students are starting the year off right with brand new backpacks filled with donations from New Country Motor Cars 4^th Annual “Stuff the MINI to the Max” campaign. Five MINI Cooper cars jammed with school supplies rolled into the Family Services of Hartford Public Schools Welcome Center on August 28^th, where they were greeted by crowds of children, parents and Hartford officials.

Mayor of Hartford Luke Bronin, Superintendent of Hartford Public Schools, Dr. Leslie Torres-Rodriguez, and other Hartford school representatives were on hand to help distribute the supplies and to show their appreciation to Tim Parker, Vice President of New Country Motor Cars of Hartford, and the entire staff of New Country MINI.

“Thanks to Greg Shimer, District Manager of Staples, and our media sponsor Channel 3, we delivered the largest amount of supplies we have ever collected!” exclaimed Sam Herman, Sales Manager of New Country MINI Cooper of Hartford. “We are indebted to them and the members of our community who generously donated to help these students.”

Donations were accepted at the New Country dealership in Hartford and at Staples stores in Glastonbury, West Hartford, Newington and Vernon during the month of August. The dealership also held special vehicle sales events on August 19^th and August 26^th, complete with food and refreshments, as an incentive to drop off a donation. Additionally, Channel 3 hosted a supply drive at the station in Rocky Hill on August 17^th.

New Country MINI created the program four years ago to ensure Hartford teachers and students are prepared for class and to ease the financial burden on city parents. Approximately 21,000 students were enrolled in Hartford Public Schools in 2013-14, of whom 84.6% were low-income.

 “We are so grateful to our friends at New Country for holding this collection for us once again,” said Marta Bentham, Director of Family Services & Ombudsman of Hartford Public Schools’ Welcome Center.  “Their caring, personal support has been invaluable to our families over the years.”

New Country Motor Cars of Hartford has several locations representing Mercedes-Benz /smart / Sprinter, and New Country BMW-MINI.  The organization prides itself on world-class knowledge and impeccable service.  New Country MINI is Connecticut’s foremost authorized MINI Cooper dealer offering top-notch new and pre-owned MINI sales, service, parts and accessories. Visit the showroom at 236 Reverend Moody Overpass, Hartford, CT. For more information visit www.newcountrymini.com.

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PHOTO:   from left: Superintendent of Hartford Public Schools Dr. Leslie Torres-Rodriguez, Chairman of the Board of Education Craig Stallings, Mayor of Hartford Luke Bronin, President of Alliances By Alisa Media Relations Alisa Picerno, Sales Manager of New Country MINI Sam Herman, and Vice President of New Country Motor Cars of Hartford Tim Parker, at the Hartford Public Schools’ Welcome Center on August 28^th for a record-breaking delivery of school supplies that were collected through the auto dealer’s 4^th Annual “Stuff the MINI to the Max” campaign.

4TH ANNUAL COFFEE, CARS AND COOKOUT BENEFITS THE DREAM RIDE ORGANIZATION

(WEST PALM BEACH, FL) – August 5, 2017 – Our 4th Annual Coffee, Cars and Cookout benefiting the Dream Ride Organization was held August 5th, 2017 at our Ferrari Maserati of Palm Beach dealership. With our supporters help we raised over $4,000 this wonderful cause! Thank you to all of our donors and sponsors for contributing! The Dream Ride kicks off August 18th. Visit www.DreamRide.org to see how you can be involved!

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About Dream Ride –  The Dream Ride Experience is more than just an event; it is a movement of making dreams come true. The Dream Ride Experience is a multi-day extravaganza featuring Dream Ride, Dream Cruise, Dream Concert, Dream Show featuring cars and motorcycles, and a Family Fun Zone all benefiting a worthy cause, Special Olympics and other charities. The Dream Ride Experience is the signature event of The Hometown Foundation, Inc. Over the years, The Dream Ride Experience has evolved into a year-long community commitment to celebrate the achievements of Special Olympics athletes. The Experience honors these men, women, and children living with intellectual disabilities in our communities and highlights their determination and willingness to persevere, overcome challenges, and shatter stereotypes. The Dream Ride Experience advocates for inclusion and building friendships amongst not only the athletes, but also the participants.

Patients at CT Children’s Get a Luxury Lift on Their Road to Recovery

New Country Sponsors Car at 17th Annual Concorso Ferrari Hospital Fundraiser on June 25th

New Country Motor Cars of Hartford continued its partnership with Connecticut Children’s Medical Center by sponsoring a car in the 17th Annual Concorso Ferrari & Friends event on June 25th in West Hartford. The “Parade of Kids” kicked off from Connecticut Children’s Medical Center with 40 luxury Italian automobiles each personally escorting a young child to West Hartford Center, where they arrived to the sound of thousands of cheering fans.“As car aficionados, we enjoy seeing the kids light up when they get to ride in an exotic sports car,” said Tim Parker, Vice President of New Country Motor Cars of Hartford, who personally drove one of the cars. “Anything that we can do to brighten a child’s day who is being treated at the hospital is awesome.” he added.

Each year the Ferrari Club of America/New England Region hosts more than 150 Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Alfa Romeos, Maseratis and other unique Italian automobiles at their premier exhibition and fundraising event. Concorso draws more than 10,000 spectators. This year’s event raised more than $100,000 in support of the Connecticut Children’s Medical Center. New Country has participated as a sponsor of the event for eight years.

New Country Motor Car Group has several locations in the Hartford, CT area; New Country Motor Cars representing Mercedes-Benz /smart / Sprinter, and New Country BMW-MINI. The organization prides itself on world-class knowledge and impeccable service. New Country Motor Car Group has dealerships representing 16 brands in Connecticut, New York and Florida. Visitwww.newcountrybmw.com or www.newcountrymercedes.com for more information.

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PHOTO: Morgan, a young patient at Connecticut Children’s Medical Center, enjoys a ride in the front seat of a Ferrari driven by Tim Parker, Vice President of New Country Motors of Hartford. Her friend Samantha joined them in the back seat at the annual charity car event in West Hartford.

Toyota of Clifton Park Donates $10,000 for New Scoreboard and Improvements at Mechanicville-Stillwater Little League Fields

Toyota of Clifton Park Donates $10,000 as part of our on-going commitment to our Community to replace the over 30 year old scoreboard and other improvements to the fields at the Mechanicville-Stillwater Little League. General Manager Michael Raucci chose Mechanicville-Stillwater Little League as part of Toyota’s Dealer Match Program. Over 200 families participate in Little League Baseball each year at this prestigious Little League. We are proud to support Mechanicville-Stillwater Little League now and for generations to come. We love our community!

9TH ANNUAL KENTUCKY DERBY EVENT RAISES $290,000 TO FIGHT PANCREATIC CANCER

Presenting sponsor New Country Motor Cars of Hartford joined supporters of the Ron Foley Foundation at the 9th Annual Ron’s Run for the Roses on Saturday, May 6, at Folly Farm in Simsbury. The Kentucky Derby Day gala event raised a record breaking $290,000 for pancreatic cancer research, education and patient aid in multiple places. This figure includes $40,000 for Ron’s Rescue, a fund dedicated exclusively to providing financial aid to pancreatic cancer patients in need.

Tim Parker, Vice President of New Country, was among the more than 450 guests and volunteers who were decked out in traditional Derby Day attire to enjoy a wonderful day of celebration and remembrance. Attendees watched the horse race, enjoyed entertainment, and live and silent auctions. The Ron Foley Foundation honors West Hartford native Ron Foley, who lost his battle with pancreatic cancer in 2005.

“We are eternally grateful to Tim and New Country for serving as the presenting sponsor of this year’s event and are completely ecstatic that the company has already committed to the same level in 2018,” said Barbara Foley, President of the Ron Foley Foundation. “With everyone’s support, the Ron Foley Foundation has truly become a leader in raising much-needed funds for pancreatic cancer research, education and patient aid.”

For information about the Ron Foley Foundation visit www.ronsrun.org.

Photo: (from left front row): Joe Furey, Chief Meteorologist at Fox 61, Tim Parker, Vice President of New Country Motor Car group, Jennifer Loughran, Executive Vice President of the Ron Foley Foundation and Barbara Foley, President of the Ron Foley Foundation, enjoyed the Ron’s Run for the Roses Kentucky Derby event in Simsbury on May 6th. New Country served as the presenting sponsor of the annual fundraiser for pancreatic cancer research and patient aid. Photo courtesy of Rachel Adele Studios.

HARDWORKING MOM OF FOUR WINS NEW COUNTRY’S MOTHER’S DAY MAKEOVER

-3^rd Annual Magnificent Mom Makeover Promotion Provides Head to Toe Pampering-

(HARTFORD, CT)– May 18, 2017– To young mother Joanne Shustock of Windsor, working two jobs and starting her own cleaning company was simply what she needed to do to take care of her four children. Now that all of the children are grown and out on their own, her daughter Tabitha wants her to focus on herself for a change. Her nomination for New Country Motor Cars of Hartford’s 3rd Annual Magnificent Mom Makeover promotion in honor of Mother’s Day was the hands down winner according to the panel of judges.

“Every mother works hard every day, but Joanne’s story really wowed us,” said Tim Parker, Vice President of New Country Motor Cars of Hartford.  “We are thrilled to help her start the next chapter of her life.”

Tabitha’s nomination:

My mother absolutely deserves a special Mother’s Day makeover. This woman spent all of her 20’s and 30’s raising myself and my 3 siblings, all while taking in two children whose mother had a problem with drugs & alcohol. She worked nights as a package handler at UPS, loading trucks with 50 lb. boxes until the early morning, returned home to pack us up for school and send us off on three different buses, and then went to her day job at the Journal Inquirer. She was a complete powerhouse, with all of the energy in the world, and even managed to start her own cleaning business on the weekends. I literally don’t know how she did it. Now that we are all grown up and moved out, my Mother is definitely experiencing “Empty Nest Syndrome.” She is now a successful business owner of her own housekeeping company & takes extra personal care of her elderly clients, even driving them to the casino on weekends! With everything she does have going on I think she finally deserves the chance to have the social life she missed out on…Now is her chance to add a touch of spice into her life. She recently lost about 40 pounds and looks great! She also has told me that she is ready to start dating, but hasn’t been on a date since 1985 and is clueless about what to wear, how to look, and not to mention the world of online dating. I think that this makeover would give her the boost of confidence that she needs and she can finally show off how beautiful she really is, inside and out. It would also let her know how much my siblings & I love her & appreciate all of her hard work, quirks, and uniqueness all while giving her an opportunity to take some new pictures & get her dating profiles up & running 😉 Please choose my wonderful Mom!

Joanne’s day of pampering on May 20^th will begin with a personal chauffeur picking her up in a luxurious new Mercedes. She will then be treated to a day of decadence in West Hartford Center starting with a magnificent makeover including hair and makeup at Bluemercury, a personal styling session with Debbie Wright of Project Closet, a shopping spree for fabulous fashions at the stylish BK & CO boutique, and a luscious lunch for two at Noble & company.

PHOTO: Joanne Shustock of Windsor, the grand prize winner of New Country Motor Cars’ Magnificent Mom Makeover promotion, will be treated to a day of head to toe pampering on May 20^th. The Shustock family from left: Bethany, Steven, Joanne, Tabitha and Kristine.

Toyota of Clifton Park Donates Cell Phones for Victims of Domestic Violence

“I wish to thank my friend Michael Raucci of New Country Toyota of Clifton Park for donating 20 new cell phone for victims of domestic violence. These phones become lifelines for victims that find themselves in abusive & violent relationships. Your commitment to our community is second to none!” – Ray Cordani