INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana – Want to know some obscure fact or gain some
insight about the drivers who have turned laps at the storied Indianapolis Motor Speedway? Just ask Donald
Davidson and he’ll assemble an answer faster than the best pit crew.
Davidson, Speedway historian and member of the Auto Racing Hall of Fame,
will share his experiences as the featured speaker at this year’s Senior
Promise Christmas Party, slated for Friday, Dec. 9 at Primo Banquet Hall
and Conference Center.
The British-born Davidson spent his youth
immersed in studying the history of the Indy 500. Upon his first visit to the
track in 1964, he amazed race fans with his ability to recite the record of
every driver who had ever competed at the 2.5-mile track. The following year,
he moved to Indianapolis and became a race statistician.
The affable auto aficionado later would become the Speedway’s first
full-time historian, a position he has held for more than three decades. He
also is the longest-serving commentator on the Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Radio Network staff.
“Our annual celebration honors the birth of Christ and celebrates the
holiday season,” said Mindy King, director of Franciscan Insurance Services, a
component of the Franciscan Health-based Senior Promise. “We’re proud to have
Mr. Davidson join us this year and share his passion for the Indy 500 and take
questions from the audience.”
The annual party also includes a plated lunch to participants and the
opportunity to win prizes. Proceeds will benefit the Franciscan Health Food
Pantry.
Tickets are on sale now. Senior Promise members pay $20 each and guest
tickets are $25. Reservations are required because of limited seating. For more
information about the party or to join Senior Promise, call (317) 528-8277.
Since 1987, Senior Promise has been keeping
a pledge with more than 33,000 Central Indiana seniors. The program offers a
variety of benefits and events to help those ages 55 and older stay in
good health and prepare for the future.
Franciscan
Insurance Services has licensed agents at its facilities in
Indianapolis and Mooresville, all of whom provide counseling and advice about
most insurance issues. To learn more call 877-883-6457 (Indianapolis) and (317)
834-9548 (Mooresville).
