May Day Slide Show

The day was a huge success, yet again. Of course the weather helped tremendously.
A big THANK YOU to the residents of Whetstone and surrounding areas who turned up to support the event.
Special mention must be made of the organizing committee members:
Debbie Bailey who despite not living in Whetstone not only did the vast majority of the administration, dealt with all the bookings, liased with all exhibitors, crafters, parade entrants, etc. but gave up her holiday to help on the day to ensure that it was a success. THANK YOU.

Dave Palmer and Martin Taylor of the Blaby and Whetstone Youth Centre who provided their vast experience of organizing such events leading up to the day, and worked extremely hard behind the scenes on the day. THANK YOU.

A profit of Ł811 made by the Youth Centre will go towards the Ł10,000 contribution needed to replace the outside ball court, which is thirty years old. The total cost of a new court is Ł60,000, but it is hoped the outstanding amount will come from grant applications. When the money is obtained the court will be enlarged, Astro Turf laid, and have new fencing and floodlights so all ball games from tennis to basketball can be played.

DID YOU ENJOY THE DAY?
WE, THE ORGANIZING COMMITTEE, NEED YOUR HELP.
Next years event will be called:
THE WHETSTONE PARADE AND GALA
and will be held on
BANK HOLIDAY MONDAY 6th MAY 2002

Do you know any local famous people?
Do you know any local entertainers?
Do you Know any crafters?
Do you have a vehicle of particular interest that could enter the parade?
Are you a member of a club or organization that could participate on the day?
All of the above is needed, and more, all you have to do is make a phone call
(0116) 2751987 or e-mail gala
We will do the rest!