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Council approves gazebo use and fee waiver for ‘Smithsburg Goes Purple’ event Aug. 29
Summary
Council granted the organizer permission to hold Smithsburg Goes Purple on Aug. 29 (10 a.m.–2 p.m.) at the gazebo and waived the park fee; organizer described outreach, fundraising and beneficiary activities.
Smithsburg — The council approved a request from organizer Crystal to hold Smithsburg Goes Purple on Aug. 29 at the town gazebo and waived the park reservation fee.
Crystal described the event’s history and community impact, saying it provides resources and outreach to residents affected by overdose, addiction and grief and that funds and donated goods have supported local recovery resources. She asked for the same 10 a.m.–2 p.m. time and for the town to waive the park fee; council moved, seconded and approved the waiver and reservation by voice vote.
Why it matters: The event draws community members, speakers in recovery, and local organizations providing resources and helps raise local awareness of overdose awareness activities timed near National Overdose Awareness Day (Aug. 31).
Next steps: Town staff will reserve the gazebo for Aug. 29 and Crystal will work with staff on signs and logistics.
