North Country Cruisers to hold 10th annual Show and Shine

    It’s not just about the restored cars, as the North Country Cruisers’ 10th annual Show and Shine includes all makes of vehicles for viewing, along with music and games.
    The Show and Shine features classic cars, muscle cars, tuner cars, trucks, motorcycles, snowmobiles, trailer trucks and much more.
    The two-day show is free to the public and benefits the Cruisin’ For Kids campaign. Anyone who brings a new toy also gets a free hotdog and drink.
    However, no pets or alcohol are allowed at the show.
    This is the fourth year that the North Country Cruisers will sponsor the Cruisin’ for Kids Toy Drive to benefit local charities again this holiday season. All money raised is spent locally and toys are donated to organizations within the area to be distributed.
    The lawn of the Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum will be chock-full of vehicles on Saturday and Sunday, Aug. 29-30. There will be 19 different classes, with three trophies for each class, as well as the Participants’ Choice, Peoples’ Choice and Best Of Show awards. Special awards to be presented are the President’s Memorial and Best Club Attendance.
    Registration will be held all day and highlighting Saturday will be an antique tractor pull at 10 a.m., with a Cruise at 2 p.m. Throughout the day a variety of games will be played and Rick Spellman will D.J. music.
    To close the evening, a traditional bean supper to benefit the Southern Aroostook Agricultural Museum will be from 4:30-6:30 p.m. Cost is $8. Meal includes salad, baked beans, rolls, dessert and beverages.
    During the weekend, the museum will also be open for tours. Admission is by donation.
    On Sunday, the North Country Cruisers will hold registration from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. There will be lots of give-aways on Sunday.
    For more information, call 532-2313 or 532-8692.