A pinewood derby at C.J. Arthur's in Wilmette

The pinewood derby is a racing event generally associated wtih Cub Scouts. This one, sponsored by and held at C.J. Arthur's in Wilmette, was a family event. Kids, with the help of parents, build their own cars from wood, usually from kits containing a block of pine, plastic wheels and metal axles.

As a community fixture, CJ's hosts and sponsors a wide range of local events, including nights filled with music in a variety of styles.

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