Lordsburg, NM Lodge News
Lordsburg Elks Splash Out Drugs
Elroy and a few of the girls attending the event.
The Lordsburg Elks Lodge #1813 hosted its 2nd annual Splash Out Drugs event. The event featured free swimming, food, music and prizes to the 150+ kids and parents who attended on June 23, 2014.
The drug awareness event, coupled with youth activities, was an opportunity to reach area youth with drug awareness materials and a safe activity during the summer months.
Splash Out Drugs this year was partly sponsored by La Frontera NM, SPIRIT of Hidalgo and JJCS.
Elroy plays peek a boo with the kids.
Elroy gets the youngsters moving with YMCA.
Julie Montenegro, Maria Sanchez, Glenda Greene, Priscilla Perea and Kelly Gomez ready to feed the crowd.
Fred La Marca was recognized by the Youth Activities Committee for more than 40 years of dedication to the youth of Lordsburg as pool manager. Pictured above are YAC Chairman Maria Sanchez, La Marca, Elroy, NMEA Vice President Larry Curtis and Exalted Ruler Christine Ortiz.
Three swimming passes were given out as grand prizes. Winning were Layla Gonzales, Hailey Barker and Joel Mendoza.