Efforts to build a new splash park in Olpe received a tremendous boost Saturday thanks to the annual Olpe Downhome-Days festival.
Activities included breakfast at the Olpe United Methodist Church to begin the day before residents launched into a series of games, activities and competitions. From a 5K run and walk, bike ride, fishing derby, sidewalk chalk decorating, prize drawings and barbecues there was no shortage of activities to take part in.
Organizer Jennifer Kimberlin says the Downhome festival elevates the sense of community that Olpe is known for.
Proceeds from Saturday’s activities will not be the only funds going towards the creation of a new splash pad in the community. Kimberlin says Olpe Downhome has been chosen as a participant in the Emporia Community Foundation’s annual Match Day.
If you were unable to attend Saturday’s festivities but would still like to contribute to the splash pad’s construction you can do so year-round. Donations can be mailed to the Emporia Community Foundation at 527 Commercial Suite B in Emporia.
Checks should be made out to the Emporia Community Foundation with Olpe splash pad in the memo line. You can also send donations through Venmo by searching for Olpe Downhome or visit EmporiaCF.org.
Final totals from Saturday are currently pending.
Photos by Tagan Trahoon and Debi Fuller/KVOE NewsÂ
