Polk Township Volunteer Fire Company hosted a “cruise in, dine outside” event this weekend.

On Friday, 20-some Jeeps parked in the lot and a crowd of about 50 people scattered throughout the parking lot and grassy area. Some ate at the picnic tables behind the three food trailers, kids played on the swing set, some chatted in food lines, and others sat in lawn chairs near the Jeeps.

“What don’t I love about my Jeep? I love everything,” Amanda Burger said about her 2017 Jeep called Black Widow.

She and 10 to 15 other Jeep owners are trying to form a club for this area.

The three trailers served hamburgers, cheeseburgers, hot dogs, French fries, funnel cake, drinks and fried Oreos.

A tent had T-shirts, mugs and memorabilia for sale.

The Jeeps and people dispersed early Friday evening, when the rain and thunder began, and lightning was seen in the distance.

By lunchtime on Saturday, 15 classic cars and hot rods had gathered for show in the parking lot. Some propped open their hoods and opened their convertible tops.

“We were excited for a day outside of the house. We try to go to quite a few car shows each summer,” said George VanWhy of Henryville.

He and wife Lorraine have owned their ’56 Chevy for five years.

The VanWhys were parked and seated next to Doug and Linda Kramer of Kunkletown.

They brought their red ’33 Plymouth Coupe, which they’ve owned since 1984.

“This is our chance to relax with the family,” Doug Cramer said.

Terry and May Kline brought their two Mustangs - a ’70 Mach 1 and a 25th anniversary Mustang from 1990.

“I’m good at the mechanics under the hood, but I needed someone to do the detailing,” he said.

Saturday’s weather was hot and humid. The crowd size varied throughout the day.

“We had a steady stream of cars and people all day, which was good because we didn’t have (to worry about) large groups,” said Aaron Keller, fire company president.

Keller was grateful for those who came out this weekend to buy food, give cash donations and purchase memorabilia.

“I feel we did pretty good. Right now, anything helps,” he said.

A July takeout pancake breakfast is in the planning stages. He will have further information once they meet to discuss logistics.

The fire company needs support from the community now more than ever, he and fire Chief Billy Tippett said last week.

Due to COVID-19, it is uncertain when they can resume indoor fundraisers such as special bingos, breakfast and renting the social hall to the public.

“Our call volume is up,” Tippett said. “We have put a spending freeze on, paying only necessary bills to ensure funds last. We have equipment we need to update but have held off those purchases.”

This includes firefighters’ turnout gear and radio equipment.

Their annual membership mailing is out in circulation.

Keller and Tippett are hopeful that the public will respond by donating to the membership drive and attending their outdoor summer events.

The firehouse is located at 511 Interchange Road, Kresgeville.

For more information, call 610-681-4370.