After a week’s postponement due to harsh weather, the Game Day and Picnic at Creekside Park took place on June 2, 2025. Several separate groups of developmentally disabled adults from various agencies across the county, along with their caregivers, assembled for a fun day.
The Craven County Recreation Department assisted “Game” Chairperson, Dennis Pymm, with setting up appropriate games for the participants. Many enjoyed the park equipment – swings, slides, etc. – at this beautiful New Bern Park.
A picnic lunch was provided by the Club, orchestrated by Betty and Gary Todd. Gary was the “grill master,” cooking hot dogs, and Betty coordinated donations from members of the Club of mild chili and mashed potatoes – a gourmet treat for many of our guests.
Since the event was moved one week later, the planned assistance by students from Epiphany School did not happen as school was already out of session. But our membership mobilized for the call for assistance and many volunteers showed up. Thanks to all who helped. It was very much needed and appreciated.
When the event was over, the participants went home full and happy. The volunteers felt tired but content knowing they helped to make the day a bit brighter for the many partakers.
Kudos to the organizers of this event and to all the wonderful members of Civitan who volunteered.