Cruisin' The Crossroads - Civitans Host Local "Poker Run"

YMCA - Johnston County "We Build People" Campaign Kicks Off

A local 4042.com feature

[10/15/01]

On Saturday, October 13, 2001, Crossroads Civitan raised over $1,400 during the Cruisin' the Crossroads Poker Run.  With over 52 players and riders, the event was made possible through many sponsorships, player participation and community support.  Sheriff Steve Bizzell and District Attorney Tom Lock participated in the poker run, while Clayton Police Department, Selma Police Department, Smithfield Police Department and Johnston County Sheriff Deputies assisted with traffic along the route. 

Many of the biker's flew American flags as the group made the 70 mile trek across Johnston and Harnett counties.  At each stop the players would draw a card, building a "poker hand" which was played at the end of the route for the chance at a cash prize.  Proceeds from the event will be used by Crossroads Civitan to support community projects.

2001 We Build People Campaign

Following their pledge to "build strong kids, strong families, strong communities", the Johnston County YMCA kicked off their annual fundraising campaign on Sunday, October 14.  The gathering at East Clayton Elementary School gave those attending a chance to hear first hand the past results of YMCA programs in our community.

Stewart McLeod, Campaign Chairman, brought the crowd up-to-date with YMCA activities in Johnston County and challenged everyone to help meet the financial goal before them.

YMCA provides a wide range of programs, and each contribution produces far reaching benefits.  For example:

  • $38 allows a child to participate in youth sports for a full season
  • $50 allows a senior adult to participate in aquatics programs
  • $100 provides a child with one week of summer day camp
  • $250 allows a child to attend an after school program for two months
  • $400 sends two teens to a statewide Youth & Government conference
  • $1000 enables 20 children to participate in Y-Life for one year

If you would like more information on YMCA services, or to contribute, call 359-9622.

 

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Riders on two and three-wheeled cycles of all types showed up to participate in the Civitan "Poker Run."

More than fifty riders make the stop at Interstate Battery in Angier, helping to raise over $1,400.

Kick-off event!  Johnston County YMCA "Builds People" and is working hard on their fundraising goal.

Counselors drive home the YMCA message with a humorous skit, and Stewart McLeod, "We Build People" Chairman explains the importance of the YMCA programs.

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