Throughout the year, DCF seeks to offer quality events for the neighborhood. These event provide opportunities to build bridges of connection, have fun together, and enjoy common interests. We call it “Getting Beyond the Church Walls”. Here is a listing of some of our annual community events:

DCF Cruz In Car Shows

The August Cruz-In was a fun event.  Over 25 people enjoyed a nice comfortable summer evening and a great variety of vehicles: 12 cars, 3 trucks, 1 motorcycle, and 2 bicycles.  With all the interest in bicycles, this will probably become a regular feature of our shows.  Thanks to all who brought their vehicles, especially the first timers.

This is the third year of Cruz-In shows. These neighborhood shows are free and are open to any car, truck or motorcycle, old or new. Dash plaques are given to first time cruisers. Shows run from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the DCF parking lot.  We are located near Monroe and Outer Drive in West Dearborn (see map).

Check out photos from our shows which are posted by month under Photo Galleries/Cruz In (click here). A selection of photos from 2009 shows are also posted there. See the menu in the right margin.

The final 2010 Cruz-In is planned for September 21st.  We hope to see you there.   You may contact the Cruz-In Team with any questions or with ideas you might have to improve our events at dcfcruzin@sbcglobal.net. New for 2010, if you have photos from the shows which you want posted on the website, submit them to the same address.

Most of all, thanks for supporting the DCF Cruz-In shows.

Chili Cook-off

Over 20 different recipes were submitted last year for a true taste-testing, mouth-watering experience. Ribbons were awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in the following categories: Normal, No Bean, White, and Non-Traditional Chili. A great way to enjoy a Saturday dinner hour in the fall.

Trunk or Treat

On Halloween night, car trunks are opened, hatchbacks are lifted, and truck beds are all filled with candy for the trick-or-treaters in our neighborhood. Members are dressed as Bible characters and hand out candy with a story. There?s even hot chocolate and hot cider for moms and dads. It?s great fun! So make plans to stop by our parking lot.