HIGHLIGHTS:
 

• Four new picnic shelters were installed at Pedigo Park.
   

• A live concert featuring Jason Allen and his band along with Jody Booth was held at Pedigo Park. A car show on Saturday and the Sonic Cruise-In on Sunday attracted participants from all areas.
   

• The annual children’s fishing tournament sponsored by Kid Fish Foundation was held in Pedigo Park to promote interest in fishing. The foundation stocked the pond with catfish.
   

• The department sponsored a “Volunteers – the Apple of our Eye” appreciation dinner for community volunteers who assist with Parks and Recreation special events throughout the year.
   

• A total of 28 hours of lifeguard instruction, CPR, testing and certification were given at Matthews Park Pool.
   

• Over 436 children were given swimming lessons, including “water babies,” helping infants get used to the water; and “water waddlers,” for children three years of age.
   

• The annual Sonic ‘50s and the Polar Bear parties were held at Matthews Park Pool.
   

• Sixteen Summer Fun Camps were sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department during the summer, with 256 participants.
   

• As part of the annual Hometown Christmas event, the Jingle Bell Run attracted 117 participants. The annual lighted Christmas Parade included nearly 100 entries.