Hi Lites Motor Club

2012 Begins with February Meeting

2012-01-29T16:08:00.001-05:00

The location of the February 1st, 2012, meeting of the Hi Lites Motor Club has been scheduled to be at the "Grotto Pizza" located on Route 415 at Harveys Lake, PA.

The meeting is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM. All members are encouraged to attend. As always, guests are also welcome.

Items to be discussed at the meeting include:

Review of 2011 events
Discuss changes to 2012 event schedule made at the last meeting
Planning for 2012 events
New Members

November Club Meeting

2011-10-30T09:37:00.000-04:00

The location of the November 2nd, 2011, meeting of the Hi Lites Motor Club has been scheduled to be at the "Grotto Pizza" located on Route 415 at Harveys Lake, PA.

The meeting is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM. All members are encouraged to attend. As always, guests are also welcome.

Items to be discussed at the meeting include:

Discussion of this year's events
Planning for next year's events
Future of the Club

Members who have active email accounts registered with the Hi Lites have received a message with an attachment. The attachment is a copy of the minutes of the October meeting. Please print that copy, read and bring with you to the November meeting. Please pay attention to the information under topic "Special Discussion on Future of the Club"

October Club Meeting

2011-10-01T06:41:00.001-04:00

The location of the October 5th, 2011, meeting of the Hi Lites Motor Club has been scheduled to be at the "Grotto Pizza" located on Route 415 at Harveys Lake, PA.

The meeting is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM. All members are encouraged to attend. As always, guests are also welcome.

Items to be discussed at the meeting include:

Discussion of this year's events
Planning for next year's events
Filling the Club Treasurer position
Future of the Club

Pikes Creek Cruise, Saturday September 17th

2011-09-13T05:32:00.000-04:00

This is a reminder to all club members and friends that the Cruise at Pikes Creek Raceway Park is scheduled for SEPTEMBER 17th, 2011 (SATURDAY 3 to 6pm).

Club members are asked to be there starting at 2:00 pm to help setup and be ready to park cars as they arrive.

This event is usually well attended, but due to the severe weather events in our area in recent weeks, it may be a good idea to call your friends and cruising buddies to remind them of the event. Everyone could use a "fun day" right about now!

The weather outlook is for a clear, cool, typical "fall" day, so lets end the season with a good turnout.

September Meeting Cancelled

2011-09-07T13:51:00.000-04:00

Due to the rapidly deteriorating weather conditions and the many flash flood warnings in the area, it has been decided to cancel the meeting scheduled for Wednesday, September 7th.

Car Show to Benefit Juvenile Diabetes Research

2011-07-01T13:58:00.004-04:00

Eric Jacobs, a member of the Hi Lites Motor Club and a senior in his local high school, is coordinating a Car Show to benefit the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. The car show is for Eric’s senior class project. Eric will be receiving assistance from the members of the Hi Lites Motor Club.

The event is scheduled for Saturday, July 30, 2011 and will take place at the Hanover Recreation Club Park. The park is located on Front Street in the Hanover Section of Nanticoke, PA. Gates will open at 9:00 Am with awards being made at 3:00 PM.

There will be door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, music and an Elvis Impersonator. Food will be available and is being prepared by Joe’s Pizza of Nanticoke. LaFratte’s Catering will also be providing their services.

Registration on the Day of the Show will be $10.00 with proceeds going to Juvenile Diabetes Research. Trophies will be awarded to the top 50 vehicles.

Everyone is welcome to attend, and support from the local community is encouraged. Car Clubs in the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton area are encouraged to attend and support this benefit car cruise.

A printable flyer is available for downloading by clicking here.

July Meeting Announcement

2011-07-01T12:08:00.001-04:00

The regular monthly meeting of the

Hi Lites Motor Club will be held on July 16th at the Twist & Shake Cruise.

This will be the perfect opportunity to try out the suggestion made during the winter meetings that some of the summer meetings be held in conjunction with our cruise events.

Hunts for Healing Benefits from Wegmans Cruise

2011-06-18T22:00:00.004-04:00


Hunts For Healing

In cooperation with Wegmans supermarket, the Hi Lites Motor club sponsored a car cruise to benefit the Hunts For Healing organization.

A large turnout of vehicles and spectators enjoyed an afternoon filled with sunshine and music. A chicken barbeque was provided by Wegmans.

In addition, a group of youngsters called the "Keystone Kids StarMakers" provided renditions of popular songs from the 50's and 60's.

Sunshine at Sheetz

2011-05-21T23:00:00.028-04:00


'57 Dodge

One of the most annoying facts about Northeast Pennsylvania is that it will rain in the spring - most of the time! So when it comes to planning outside events, such as car cruises, it can be very rewarding when you get a “perfectly timed sunshine occurrence”.

Such was the case on Saturday, May 21st for the Hi Lites Motor Club cruise to Sheetz in Trucksville, PA.

Sandwiched in between several weeks of very bad weather and predictions of more bad weather, the event was held with ample sunshine and moderate temperatures.

Over 40 vehicles attended, with a fine sampling of classic, muscle cars, rods, pickups and a few ‘2 wheelers’.

Pictures have been posted for the event, and may be viewed by following the “Club Pictures” link on the “Photos” page.

Rain Cancels April 16th Bob Evans Cruise

2011-04-15T12:20:00.000-04:00

Rain, Rain, Go Away!

The forecast for heavy rain in the Wilkes-Barre / Scranton area has forced the Hi Lites Motor Club to make the decision to cancel the April 16th event at Bob Evans Restaurant.

The next scheduled event is on May 21nd at Sheetz in Trucksville from 5 to 8pm. For a complete list of events, and a downloadable / printable flyer, please visit our "Events" page.

Hi Lites Announces 2011 Event Schedule

2011-03-31T14:12:00.004-04:00


Hi Lites Motor Club

The Hi Lites Motor Club has published a new event schedule for the 2011 Cruise Season. This year there will be 7 club sponsored events. Please visit the "Events" page of this website for the list of events and a printable / downloadable flyer.

April Meeting Returns to Grotto Pizza

2011-03-31T13:59:00.000-04:00

The location of the April 6th, 2011, meeting of the Hi Lites Motor Club has been scheduled to be at the "Grotto Pizza and The Grand Slam Sports Bar".

The Grotto is located on Route 415 on Harveys Lake, PA. The meeting is scheduled to start at 7:00 PM. All members are encouraged to attend. As always, guests are also welcome.

Please note the this location is temporary, so please check this site often for details about future meetings.

Cruise Season Ends at Pikes Creek Raceway Park

2010-10-10T23:00:00.002-04:00


'39 Buick Special

The 2010 cruise season for the Hi Lites Motor Club came to an end on Sunday, October 10th, with a fantastic event held at the Pikes Creek Raceway Park located in Hunlock Creek, PA.

Over 75 cars arrived to celebrate a beautiful October day in Northeast Pennsylvania.

The members of the Hi Lites Motor Club thanks all those who attended this event and all those who supported all the club activities thrughout 2010.

Return to Bob Evans

2010-10-02T23:00:00.004-04:00

Bob Evans, Wilkes-Barre, PA.

Bright sunshine with warm temperatures greeted the members of the Hi Lites Motor Club at Bob Evans Restaurant in Wilkes-Barre, PA. on Saturday, October 2nd, 2010. This was the "fall" cruise to Bob Evans.

The Bob Evans Restaurant is located at 920 Schechter Drive in Wilkes-Barre, Pa 18702.

Ranch Wagon Cruise to Benefit "Hunts for Healing"

2010-09-18T23:00:00.006-04:00

The Ranch Wagon Restaurant and the Hi Lites Motor Club sponsored a car cruise on September 18th, 2010, to benefit the "Hunts for Healing" Organization.

The event was held in the combined parking areas of the Ranch Wagon and Bullock's Tire and Auto Parts located in Shavertown, PA.

For information about the Hunts for Healing Organization, please visit their website by clicking on this link.

The members of the Hi Lites Motor Club are extremely proud to support wounded soldiers returning from military missions in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Return to Twist & Shake

2010-08-21T23:00:00.002-04:00

Car Cruise, sponsored by the Hi Lites Motor Club, August 21, 2010.

For the second time this year, the Twist & Shake restaurant hosted a car cruise sponsored by the Hi Lites Motor Club. Twist & Shake is located on Route 29 in Pikes Creek (PA), near the intersection with Route 118.

Owners of over 65 vehicles were on hand to enjoy the fine weather, music and friendly automotive chitchat. Antiques, classics, stocks, muscle cars and special interest vehicles from the early 1900’s to present day were on display from early evening until twilight.

The Twist & Shake location continues to be one of the most popular sites for holding a cruise, with its fine family food offerings, ice cream, and a large, well kept grassy area for the cars.

Members of the Hi Lites Motor Club wish to thank all those who participated.

Hi Lites Benefit Cruise at the Meadows Nursing Center

2010-08-07T23:00:00.003-04:00


1935 Ford Tudor Sedan

The Meadows Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, located in Dallas, PA., was the site for a combined benefit and car cruise sponsored by the Hi Lites Motor Club.

The event, which took place on Saturday, August 7th, 2010, helped raise funds for local charities.

Over 75 vehicles took advantage of the outstanding weather to display a wide range of cars and trucks from the early 1900's to present day.

Twist & Shake Cruise

2010-07-17T23:00:00.004-04:00


'73 Dodge Charger

Car Cruise, sponsored by the Hi Lites Motor Club, July 17th, 2010.

The Twist & Shake restaurant once again hosted a car cruise sponsored by the Hi Lites Motor Club. Twist & Shake is located on Route 29 in Pikes Creek (PA), near the intersection with Route 118.

Owners of over 60 vehicles were on hand to enjoy the fine weather, music and friendly automotive chitchat. Antiques, classics, stocks, muscle cars and special interest vehicles from the early 1900’s to present day were on display from early evening until twilight.

The Twist & Shake location continues to be one of the most popular sites for holding a cruise, with its fine family food offerings, ice cream, and a large, well kept grassy area for the cars.

Members of the Hi Lites Motor Club wish to thank all those who participated.

Cruise Night at Sheetz

2010-06-19T23:00:00.004-04:00

'48 Cadillac Custom

The Hi Lites Motor Club (HLMC) continued it's string of successful car cruises by attracting over 40 vehicles to the event held on Saturday, June 19th, 2010.

Vehicles included stocks, customs, muscle cars, street rods, classics, special interest vehicles and motorcycles. Door prizes were awarded to registered vehicles and 3 trophies were awarded to "Best of Cruise" winners. Pictures from the cruise are available for viewing by visiting our Photo page links.

To help raise funds to support HLMC charities, a successful 50/50 raffle was held.

This cruise took place in the parking lot next to the Sheetz store located at 163 South Memorial Highway, Trucksville, PA.

2010 Beaumont Community Day Car Show

2010-06-05T18:00:00.003-04:00

'47 Cadillac - President's Choice Award

The Hi Lites Motor Club (HLMC) once again participated in the Beaumont Community Day celebration by hosting a Car Show held on June 5th, 2010. The location for this year’s event was the “Old Beaumont School” located near the intersection of state routes 309 and 2018 in the village of Beaumont, PA.

Even though the local weather forecasters had predicted bad conditions for the day, the participants enjoyed a rain-free day. Just a typical, nice summer day, a little warm, but I think everyone who attended will agree it was just great to outside, enjoying the company of friends and fellow automobile enthusiasts.

A total of 40 vehicles registered for the event with 33 “Class” trophies being awarded. In addition, there were selections for “Ladies Choice”, “Best of Show”, and “President’s Choice” awards.

For those vehicle owners that participated, HLMC appreciates your support. To see some photos of the 2010 Beaumont Community Day Car Show, please visit our photos page for links to our web albums.

To help us plan for future shows, HLMC would like your comments, suggestions or ideas. Please use the comment link on this page.

Wegmans Cruise, Real or Imagined?

2010-05-15T19:00:00.018-04:00

Wegmans Food Market

Somehow, you have wondered into what seems to be paradise. You see bluebird skies, with only an occasional white puffy cloud floating overhead, no threat of rain, and no fear of some weather related disaster. Where can you be?

Your vision is blurred by images of brightly colored objects, each one emitting a distinctively strange, yet familiar sound. It is a song you have heard many times before but have not paid much attention to, but today you want to turn up the volume, take in every melody, every note. What are those sounds?

You smell something unexpected. Your taste buds are awakened by the sensation that you are hungry, a craving so strong that you want any meat product cooked over an open, smoky fire. Where is that aroma coming from?

Then, you are awakened from your semi-conscious world by the blaring sounds of some stranger blurting out the awkward phrase “the last four digits of the winning ticket are 7194”. Have you won something?

Now you start to see familiar faces, some calling you by name, some offering their friendship with an extended hand. Some compliment you on the “nice car” you are standing next to, even though the car is not yours.

You are now fully aware that you are at the Hi Lites Motor Club Car Cruise, hosted by Wegmans Food Market. You see Hi Lites members celebrating the perfect weather, rejoicing over the more than 50 vehicles that have arrived for the cruise, and complementing the staff of Wegmans for the fine “chicken barbecue” food offerings.

The vehicles you see before you span 75 years of automotive history, with fine examples of stocks, customs, street rods, classics and other special interest types.

You are happy that you took the time to come to this cruise, and promise yourself that you will be at the next Hi Lites Motor Club Cruise…. Because they do it right!

The members of the Hi Lites Motor Club would like to express a sincere thank you to the management of Wegmans Food Markets. The Wegmans' store hosting this Hi Lites Motor Club cruise is located at 220 Highland Park Blvd in Wilkes-Barre, Pa 18702. The date of the cruise was Saturday, May 15th, 2010.

Plans Announced for 2010 Beaumont Community Day Car Show

2010-05-04T08:13:00.004-04:00

Street Rods at Beaumont Car Show

The Hi Lites Motor Club (HLMC) is pleased to announce that they will once again participate in the Beaumont Community Day events by hosting a Car Show. Proceeds from this Car Show will benefit the Beaumont Community Association.

The show will be held on June 5th, 2010 on the grounds of the “Old Beaumont School” located near the intersection of state routes 309 and 2018 in Beaumont, PA.

This is an "all-day" community event, with registration for the Car Show scheduled to begin at 9:00 AM and trophy presentations at 3:00 PM.

For a list of the classes that will be judged, and for other show awards, you are encouraged to view / download / print the car show flyer.

To see some photos of the 2009 Beaumont Community Day Car Show, please visit our photos page for links to our web albums.

Bob Evans Cruise

2010-04-17T16:00:00.003-04:00

Bob Evans Restaurant

Cloudy skies with cool temperatures and a stiff breeze greeted the members of the Hi Lites Motor Club at Bob Evans Restaurant in Wilkes-Barre, PA on Saturday, April 17th, 2010. This was the first cruise event of the year for the club and expectations for some reasonable spring weather were quickly dashed when visitors started arriving with winter coats and blankets in hand!

As is the case for many car cruises in the Northeast Pennsylvania area, the weather has a major impact on the number of cars that attend. This cruise was no exception, as only a handful of dedicated enthusiasts braved the possibility of late afternoon snow flurries to show off their fine rides.

A sincere thank you goes out to the management of Bob Evans Restaurant for hosting the event and for setting aside 15% of all meal purchases made during the cruise for benefit of the Make-A-Wish Foundation® of America.

The Bob Evans Restaurant is located at 920 Schechter Drive in Wilkes-Barre, Pa 18702.