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Elmwood events update: soapbox race needs hay-bale donations; egg hunt, quilt show drew strong participation
Summary
President Neil Boltik said organizers need about 500 hay bales at roughly $4 each to host a soapbox race during UFO Days and is seeking donations; Amy Bechel reported 71 children attended the Easter egg hunt and Pam Marson said the Enrichment Council’s quilt show displayed more than 80 quilts.
President Neil Boltik told the Village Board on May 12 he would like to organize a soapbox race during UFO Days but has had little success securing donations of hay bales. Boltik said the bales cost about $4 each and estimated needing around 500; resident Amy Bechel offered to check around for possible donations.
Amy Bechel reported that 71 children attended the Easter egg hunt at Butternut Park on April 19; organizers provided bikes, prizes and candy and 30 children took home door prizes. Board member Pam Marson said the Enrichment Council Luncheon and Quilt Show went well, with more than 80 quilts on display.
Why it matters: These community events are a regular part of Elmwood’s civic life and rely on volunteer coordination and donated materials; organizers are seeking help to stage upcoming activities.
Next steps: Volunteers and residents interested in assisting with donations or logistics were asked to contact event organizers; specific timelines for the soapbox race were not provided at the May 12 meeting.
