Florence plans community luau
Florence City Council, city employees, police officers, and swimming pool staff will host a free end-of-summer luau and pool party Saturday.
"Community volunteers have a done a good job helping the city in the past year or so," said Florence councilman Trayce Warner. "We've seen some attitudes turn around and people seem more excited about being a part of things. This is a fun way to say thank you to the community."
Warner was given a small budget by the city and received donations from businesses and individuals who wished to be a part of the celebration.
"We are going to roast a hog, have games with prizes, a free swim at the pool from 1 to 6 p.m., a terrific South Pacific buffet, and Hawaiian hula entertainment while we eat," said Warner.
The swimming, games, entertainment, and meal are all free. A drawing will take place at the end of the evening for a door prize.
"The only thing we ask is that people bring their own beach towel, blanket, or lawn chair," said Warner.
Gloria Ash, a Hawaiian who recently moved to Marion with her husband, has helped Warner pull together the decorations, food, and entertainment.
"Gloria will offer hula lessons beginning at 5 p.m.," said Warner. "Ash will perform the traditional Hawaiian wedding dance."
Warner encourages everyone to come out Saturday evening to enjoy being a part of Florence.
"This is the city's chance to say thanks for support and help from its citizens," she said. "We want everyone to come."
For more information contact the city building at 878-4296.
