The Oglethorpe Driving Club announces plans to hold the July 1 “Coffee and Cars” meeting at Bethesda Academy, 9520 Ferguson Avenue, Savannah, GA 31406, from 7 – 11 a.m.

On display will be the finest examples of classic, vintage and exotic cars from Savannah and surrounding areas. Donations will be accepted at the event, with all proceeds benefiting Bethesda Academy. Last year’s event raised almost $4,000 to provide scholarship funds for Bethesda students.

Typically held on the first Saturday of each month at Habersham Shopping Center, “Coffee and Cars” is relocating this month to be closer to the organization it is supporting.

“We are gearheads dedicated to our cars, but we are also dedicated to giving back to the community,” said Michael Shortt of the ODC. “One of our members was adopted from Bethesda, so it is a special place to all of us.”

The ODC was formed in Savannah in 2006 to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first United States Grand Prix, which was held in Savannah on November 26, 1908. It’s a 50 member fraternity of sports car owners and enthusiasts dedicated to the use and enjoyment of sports cars and auto racing, ODC meetings typically host over 150 cars.

In addition to monthly “Coffee and Cars” meetings, the organization honors its predecessor, the Savannah Automobile Club of 1904, by sponsoring racing competitions, rallies, advanced driving courses, Concours d’Elegance and other social events. The ODC also works actively to advance the sport of motor racing in Savannah and to preserve Savannah’s illustrious auto racing heritage.