CRESTVIEW — Six Elks lodges from throughout Northwest Florida helped Crestview lodge 2624 host Exceptional Children’s Day.
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In conjunction with the Autism Society of the Emerald Coast, the Elks’ Saturday event featured water slides, bounce houses, face painting and crafts projects from the Crestview Lowe’s. Entertainment included Capt. Davy’s Magic Show and vocalist Reid Soria from Autism Sings.
“We couldn’t have done it without all our partner lodges and supporters,” Crestview Elk Bob Daniel said.
Public safety agencies displayed information and equipment, including the Florida Highway Patrol’s Click-It-Or-Ticket vehicle, child safety information from the Crestview Police Department, and opportunities to browse the North Okaloosa Fire District equipment.
In addition, the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Department mounted posse gave kids a chance to get up close to the deputies’ horses.
Destin, Fort Walton Beach, Holley-Navarre, Pensacola, Twin Cities and Warrington Elks lodges contributed to Crestview Elks Lodge 2624’s June 11 Exceptional Children’s Day
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