The weather was less than perfect this past November, but it still happened. Due to issues with water over the dam, the 2018 Lake Garnett Grand Prix Revival had to be rescheduled to one of the COLDEST NOVEMBER WEEKENDS EVER!
Nevertheless, the 5th annual vintage auto event was another huge success thanks to all the volunteers, the Committee Chairs, fans, sponsors and supporters who gave their time to make this event so worthwhile.
In past years, LGGPR has donated thousands of dollars to area charities or civic groups, and this year three local organizations reaped the benefits of the 3-day affair. $500 was given to the 4H Club of Kansas Frontier District; $1,500 was given to the Garnett Fire Department for their continued support over these past 5 years, and $1,200 was given to St. Rose Catholic Grade School for the enthusiastic help from all of their volunteers who greeted and assisted everyone who entered the front gate at the park.
In their truly volunteer character, the Garnett Fire Department shared their $1,500 with the local community by presenting two Bleeding Control Stations to the Garnett Public Schools. These units will be installed in the Jr/Sr High School and in the Elementary School.
LGGPR is also very thankful to the City of Garnett for their efforts in reworking the gravel area at the Fairgrounds and preparing the downtown square for the weekend festivities. Of course, without the many local fans, sponsors and supporters, it just wouldn’t happen.
For photos and more information about the 2018 event and the upcoming 2019 event in October, visit the LGGPR website (www.lggpr.org) and Facebook page. If anyone is interested in helping with the organization of the event, contact Susan Wettstein at City Hall.
