Toms River, NJ ... Classic car and motorcycle enthusiasts have two more nights to enjoy the rev' and roar of engines at Cruisin' Downtown in Toms River.  The next event takes place on Wednesday, August 12 from 6 to 9 p.m.

Downtown Toms River and the Vintage Auto Club of Ocean County present the monthly event, held on Washington Street in Toms River.  One of the few vintage auto shows that offers live musical entertainment; the featured band for August is Union Groove.  The ever-popular "Cruisin' Downtown" takes place the second Wednesday of each month through September and is free and open to the public.

Restaurants and shops will be open for business while the crowds enjoy browsing the streets filled with classic cars and motorcycles.  Union Groove will keep everyone rocking with their fabulous soul and classic rock music.   DJ Dave and Elvis impersonator Ray Kaminski will be on hand to keep the tunes rolling.  Street vendors, contests, prizes and giveaways round out the event and offer something for everyone.

 According to Michael Redpath, Executive Director of Downtown Toms River, "We have as many as 200 vintage cars that attend this event, and lots of motorcycles too.  People always have a wonderful time listening to the music and enjoying the atmosphere."

 Owners with vintage automobile models dating prior to 1984 are eligible to participate.  A dash plaque can be obtained by registering at the Downtown Toms River event booth on the corner of Washington Street and Court House Lane, and Best of Show trophies are presented by the Vintage Auto Club to the top three automobiles each event.  Registration is free.  Owners displaying cars should report to Hadley Avenue, off Hooper Avenue, between 4 and 5 p.m., facing south to Washington Street.  Representatives from the Vintage Auto Club will be on hand to direct participants.

For motorcycle enthusiasts and proud owners, motorcycles will be displayed on Main and Hyers Streets.  Members of the Trinity Motorcycle Ministry will be available at the motorcycle registration table, which will be located on Main Street in front of the Java Joint, to direct parking.  "Cruisin Downtown" is sponsored by Capone's Gourmet Pizza & Restaurant, United Water Toms River, Comcast, New Jersey Natural Gas, Mr. Alan TheOriginal Florist, Shore Photography, Extra Space Storage, and radio stations WJRZ and the WRAT.

Created to encourage tourism and attract area residents to the historic business district of Toms River, "Cruisin' Downtown" is among several special events scheduled throughout the year by Downtown Toms River.  Events remaining in the season include the 4th annual Pizza, Pasta, Pastry festival, September 26 and the Farmers Market on Wednesdays through October28.  The final concert of the "Concerts in the Park" series, held at Huddy Park, will take place on August 22.  

Downtown Toms River welcomes volunteers to enjoy helping make their many great events happen. Call 732-341-8738 or email info@downtowntomsriver.com for more information.  

For details on displaying a vehicle or motorcycle at "Cruisin' Downtown", or information for any of the other Downtown Toms River events, visit www.downtowntomsriver.com http://www.downtowntomsriver.com or call732-341-8738.