The public is invited to watch the races and even build a vehicle during Rutland Cub Scout Pack 120’s Pinewood Derby Race, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday at Christ the King School.

More than 40 children are expected to race their hand-made cars, each made from a block of wood, four nails and four wheels. Spectators can also build their own, using the same materials as the scouts, said event coordinator Scott McCalla.

“With all the kids getting the same materials, it gives people a chance to start on equal footing,” he said.

For more information, call McCalla at 779-1413.