Manasota Elks Lodge #2734 received more than 25 Americanism essays from the three Abel Elementary School fifth grade classes. The Lodge Americanism Chair, Ken Davis, PDD, awarded the three contest winners with a certificates of appreciation and $35 Target gift cards.
Pictured are Mrs. Reeder, fifth grade teacher; Ken Davis, PDD, Americanism Lodge Chair; students Eshana M., Gwen M. and Jaydyn R.; Diane Davis, lodge trustee; and Mrs. Goodwin, fifth grade teacher.