Rotary Richard fell into Dutch Lake at 4:01 a.m. on March 22 as the ice melted below the rock attached to his clock. Guesses were many and occasioned much discussion with the unusual winter, March 22 being a popular date.
Shane Petre’s guess of 6:30 a.m. that day was closest. He wins $500 to spend at local stores, and has chosen gift certificates from Buy-Low. Rotary members wish to thank all those who supported this annual fun competition. Look for Rotary Richard to be back on frozen Dutch Lake next year following Ice Man Days – Rotary’s fishing derby.
Giant Yard sale in three weeks
Now start gathering your excess stuff to sell at the Giant Yard Sale on April 25 at Rotary Sports Park. Bring your own table and pay $10 or donate items to the Rotary table. If pick-up is needed, phone Richard at 250-676-9443. No furniture or large appliances please, unless you are willing to take them home again if unsold. Sales will be from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Follow your nose to the BBQ for hot dogs and smokies!
Start working on your float
Another sure sign of spring is Rotary’s May Day Parade on Saturday morning, May 16. Floats and individual entries are invited to participate. Cost for business entries is $20. “Western” is this year’s theme: Yee-haw! Prizes are presented in a variety of categories; hamburgers and a drink, cost covered by local sponsors, are given to all who are in the parade.
Golf helps community causes
On June 13 is the ever-popular Rotary Golf Tournament, just for the fun of it, at Lacarya Golf Course. Round up your team and start playing any day now.
Win great prizes donated by generous businesses and merchants of Clearwater and the surrounding area. Further details will be published closer to these dates.