PHILIPSBURG Eric Bordas, organizer for the recent cruise-in here, has already set his sights on an event for next year.<\/p>\n
The cruise-in drew in a crowd as part of Philipsburg Fest on Saturday. Folks of all ages wandered the street, taking pictures of cars or visiting local businesses.<\/p>\n
The turnout was overwhelming, said Bordas. Well do it again next year.<\/p>\n
The date may fall in June in the future, Bordas noted.<\/p>\n
Philipsburg Fest was a response to the cancellation of Philipsburg Heritage Days. Events, such as the cruise-in, gave residents and visitors something to do.<\/p>\n
People were just so tired of not doing something that they were so happy to have something to do, said Clairissa Bordas, Erics wife.<\/p>\n
Young car enthusiasts enjoyed the spread of vehicles. Collin Foster, 10, collected footage throughout the event with plans to create a video on YouTube. He has always had a love of cars.<\/p>\n
When asked about his favorite car, Foster responded, Thats a hard choice. I have a little too many. I like classics, and I like newer vehicles.<\/p>\n
Fire companies, including Chester Hill, Reliance and Hope, were at the cruise-in.<\/p>\n
Just out here, enjoying the weather and supporting the event, Hope Fire Co. Assistant Chief Justin Butterworth said.<\/p>\n
The fire company had a UTV at the event. The vehicle is primarily for fighting wildfires and rescuing victims in difficult to reach locations, according to Butterworth. The company also sold pre-sale tickets for their chicken barbecue set for July 31, Butterworth noted.<\/p>\n
Local businesses benefited from the cruise-in.<\/p>\n
Today was great, said Brandi McGarvey, owner of Thieves Market. Lots of foot traffic.<\/p>\n
Thieves Market rented out upstairs space at $20 a table for vendors during the day, McGarvey noted. The business typically hosts vendors during special events.<\/p>\n
During Philipsburg Heritage Days, Thieves Market closes. The cruise-in, which allowed businesses to stay open and have easy in-and-out foot traffic, helped bring in customers, McGarvey stated.<\/p>\n
This event was hands down way more successful than Heritage Days, said McGarvey.<\/p>\n
The public feedback throughout the event was positive.<\/p>\n
I heard great things from all people, McGarvey stated. All customers that came through said great things about this event.<\/p>\n
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