Mark Hippler, Kathleen Herold, Dale Olson, Suzanne Loehr, Jess Stuart, Charlie Myer, Sinead Randig, Lisa Angell, Jennifer Miles, Susan Tomchesson, Fred Hill, Tony L. Francis and Luke Randig. Photo by Don Dulin.
Almost 500 people participated in the first ever “Rotary Holiday Hayride Tour of Lights” on Saturday, December 13th at Cross Creek Ranch in Fulshear. The event, which was a partnership between the newly chartered Brazos River Rotary Club of Fulshear and Cross Creek Ranch, provided families the opportunity to see the local holiday light displays while riding on an old-fashioned hayride. “We were extremely pleased with the turnout and very proud that the event may become a good, wholesome family tradition for years to come,” stated Charlie Myer, Brazos River Rotary President.
In addition to seeing the holiday light displays, riders also enjoyed the time-honored tradition of singing Christmas carols. The event included a visit from Santa Claus, who graciously stayed and sat with dozens of kids for a portrait provided by EnThused Designs Photography. Thanks to Cross Creek Ranch, participants enjoyed complimentary fresh cookies and hot chocolate. One of the highlights of the evening was the dance performances by the very talented youth of the Keller Academy of Performing Arts.
The event was planned, organized and implemented by the members of the Brazos River Rotary Club, led by Event Committee Chair Tony L. Francis. Net funds from the event will be used in a partnership with the Friends of Huggins and Sam’s Club to develop a baseball field and track at Huggins Elementary School. The Holiday Hayride event is just one of many annual community projects that the newly chartered Rotary Club hopes to establish in service to the community. For more information about the Rotary Club, visit www.brazosriverrotary.org.