Kiwanis At Two June Events

Remember, “Follow the money,”? That was the premier catch-phrase during the Watergate era. Watergate, however, is long past, and following the money these days will likely result only in disillusionment, despair and cynicism.

But don’t give up. I have a cheerier slogan to serve as a guide, namely: FOLLOW KIWANIS. Doing so will lead to two events in June that are beyond the usual.

On Saturday, June 11, Madison Park will be the location of the second annual Lakewood Bike Rodeo, starting at 10:00 a.m. Unlike the traditional cowboy-type rodeo, which exalts danger, this rodeo is dedicated to reducing danger, specifically the potential danger of bike-riding. The parking lot will be dedicated to bike safety skills such as maneuverability and changing lanes. A bike raffle and a helmet raffle will be held, and helmets will be available for $3.00 while they last.

Kiwanis will enhance the occasion by  selling its famous hot dogs as well as candy and snacks from Pete’s Table. As usual, all proceeds go to support Kiwanis’s community service projects.

On Sunday, June 26, The Kiwanis hot dog stand will be set up beside Ohio Chautauqua’s big red-striped tent, already familiar to Observer readers. More on this in the next issue of the Observer.