The Marine Corps Reserve will hold a “Toys for Tots” collection drive at the MainStreet Cruise-In season finale this coming Saturday. The collection point will be at the intersection of Ocoee and 1st Street beginning at 1 p.m.
"Over the 72 years of the Toys for Tots program, Marines have distributed more than 566 million toys to more than 258 million needy children," officials said. “This charitable endeavor has made U.S. Marines the unchallenged leader in looking after less fortunate children at Christmas.”
The Saturday event is the Mainstreet Cruise In’s 18th season finale and will be held from 1-6 p.m.
around the Courthouse Square. Car enthusiasts will be showing off their vehicles as all types of cars are displayed from classics to special interest and current models.
“The Cruise-In is one of downtown’s best events and has a big economic impact on our community. It is amazing how many out of state cars travel to Cleveland for this event. These visitors are spending money in our hotels, restaurants,and shops. Thank you to the MainStreet Cruisers and the volunteers who invest many hours to make this event so successful; from the blocking of streets and directing traffic to clean-up following the event,” said Sharon Marr, Mainstreet Cleveland executive director.
The Cruise-In is a free family event for both participants and spectators. "Enjoy strolling the downtown streets and visiting local shops and restaurants. Food vendors add to the atmosphere with barbeque, kettle corn, fried apple pies and more," organizers said.