Park-Rec Department pleased with turnout at event for people with special needs

Luther Football players and G2G participants playing volleyball with an oversized beach ball (Photo courtesy of Annika Vande Krol)

Decorah Parks & Recreation Department officials say they're pleased with the results of Thursday night's "Get 2 Gether" summer carnival for adults with special needs.

Luther College football players and coaches volunteered, leading games, dancing, and socializing with participants throughout the evening. The carnival was a free event with a number of activities including bean bag toss, ladder golf, sand volleyball, bingo, a basketball shoot, a football toss, a photo booth and music by the Buck Hollow Band.

The event was the first of its kind hosted by Decorah Parks & Recreation, and was made possible through donations, sponsorships, and volunteers.