It figures to be the return of returns for automobile fanatics who plan to make a pit stop in Palmerton.

After a 14-year absence, the Palmerton Car Show is certain to make a splash when it's held from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday in the borough park.Registration begins at 10 a.m. in the borough park. There is a $10 registration fee.In conjunction with the car show, Family Promise of Carbon County will hold its annual bed race from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., also in the borough park.Palmerton Car ShowHosted by the Pace-Makers Association, the car show will be held rain or shine. Proceeds will benefit area recreation.The first car show in the borough was held in 1990. In 1998, the Pace-Makers Association held its annual "Rolling Cruise" in addition to the car show.In 2000, the Pace-Makers held its 10th, and final "Annual Car Show". The "Rolling Cruise" continued to be held as an annual fundraiser until 2010, when club membership dwindled to about eight members.Terry Costenbader, public relations, Pace-Makers Association, said the idea to resurrect the car show came about after a swell in the group's membership."Last fall, there was a resurgence, in which we had an influx in members," Costenbader said. "They wanted to do a show."At present, Costenbader said the Pace-Makers Association now consists of about 42 members."We're looking forward to doing this thing," he said. "There's a lot of enthusiasm."Dash plaques will be given to the first 100 cars. A total of 25 awards will be presented in the following categories: Best Convertible; Boy's Choice, Ages 13-16; Girl's Choice, Ages 13-16; Best Paint Job; Best Pickup Truck; Best Graphics; Best Street Rod; Borough Council Choice (chosen by a member of Palmerton Borough Council); Mayor's Choice (chosen by the mayor of Palmerton); Best Grocery Getter (chosen by the women of the Pace-Makers); Highest 4-by-4 Truck (ground to highest part of cab); Best Motorcycle; Best Rat Rod; Furthest Driven; Best Getaway Car; Best Engine; Best Interior; Best Tuner Car (foreign or domestic); Best "Under Construction"; Best Pro Street; Best Muscle Car; Best Corvette; Best Late Model (2000 and up); Pace-Makers Association Award; and Best of Show.Judging will occur from noon to 2 p.m. Prizes will be awarded at 3 p.m.There will be no alcohol and no burnouts; as there is zero tolerance. All vehicles must be licensed, insured, inspected and street legal. This will be enforced by arrest and fine.All proceeds benefit local youth recreational and sports organizations.Costenbader noted about $63,350 has been raised and donated to area recreation over the years."The main thing is we raise money for recreation for the kids," he said. "It's designed as a fun show."For more information, visit

http://clubs.hemmings.com/pace/maker/.Bed raceThe bed race is Family Promise's top fundraising event of the year. Groups of friends, coworkers, churches and organizations put teams together, slap some wheels on a bed and race to win.Teams are encouraged to raise at least $500 per team. Each team member can find five $20 donations and enlist business sponsors and advertise them on their bed.First place award goes to the team with the fastest time. In addition, spectators will vote for the "People's Choice Award" for the team with the best or most outrageous theme.Each participant in the bed race will receive a pass for free entry (valued at $31.75) at the world's premier paintball facility, Skirmish USA, in Albrightsville.Event spokesperson MaryJo King said the bed race is a fun event to be enjoyed by all."This day is a great opportunity for schools, scout troops, youth groups and businesses alike," King said. "Be creative with your theme."The rules of the bed race:• There must be five people per team; substitutions are not allowed after registering on the day of the event; and the bed must be constructed in a fashion that all pushers must be able to see the course in front of the bed.• One member must be riding on the bed for the entire race; a seat belt or other restraining device must be present and in use during the race.• All four pushers must be in contact with the bed when crossing the finish line to qualify.• Use of helmets and kneepads is encouraged; shoes are required, sneakers are suggested (no flip-flops or sandals).• The use of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs is prohibited.• Failure to report for bed inspection before race time could lead to disqualification.• Every member must sign a waiver that will be sent to the team captain.• Participants must be at least 12 years of age, as underage entrants must have parental consent to enter.For more information on the bed race, visit

www.familypromisecarboncounty.com.