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Celebrate the summer’s end with hot temps and hotter rides on two, three and four wheels alike at First Friday’s Cruise-in to Hope beginning at 5 p.m. on the Hope Town Square Friday.

The Northbound Hounds are the evening’s entertainment starting at 5:30 p.m. on the bandstand and made possible with the support of Elwood Staffing. 

Last month’s event welcomed just shy of 75 vehicles and raised $781 for Miller’s Merry Manor.

Proceeds from this month’s event will benefit the Heritage of Hope, organizers say.

Cruisers and spectators alike are encouraged to come hungry as there will be a variety of food trucks available.

There is a $10 parking donation ask for each participating vehicle.

For more information and latest cruise-in news, visit HERE.

“We appreciate everyone who attends these events,” says Jason Eckart, Hope Town Manager and event organizer. “The effect of the donations goes directly to support this small, but resilient community.”