PHILIPSBURG – The Philipsburg Elks Lodge #1173 utilized the $2,500 Gratitude Grant to host a free Community Day at the Clear Centre Pool on July 7.
Provided was music with DJ GiGi, Drug Awareness info and prizes, and all kids received a hotdog and bottle of water. There were approximately 210 kids and 100 adults in attendance.
Pictured, from left to right, are: Lucas Emigh, lifeguard; Mallory Emigh, office manager; Diane Twist, Elks #1173 exalted ruler; Jonathan McNelis, Elks North Central District state vice president; and John Frank, #1173 past exalted ruler.
Not pictured are Elks Members Anna Roos, Suzanne Ryan, Bonnie McNelis and Clear Centre Pool Manager Brett Albert.