Schuylkill Canal Association's 'Canal Day' scheduled for June 23rd and 24th

Reader David Strunk sent this in with regards to next weekends annual Schuylkill Canal Association Canal Day. This years celebration will help to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the SCA and sounds like it will be a great time.

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Once again The Schuylkill Canal Association is hosting its annual Canal Day celebration. This year is our 25th anniversary and we're hoping that it will be our biggest year ever. Nightime on the Canal & Canal Day are being held next weekend (6/23 & 6/24) on the Schuylkill Canal just over the bridge in Mont Clare.

We have a boat parade & pig roast on Saturday with music being provided by The New Kings of Rhythm. On Sunday we have the Trail Run & Walk, Canoe/Kayak race, Highland Games, Canal Joust (always a favorite), kids events/games, food, etc...tons of fun for everyone!!

If anyone is interested in receiving a registration form for either the Trail Run, Canoe/Kayak race, or Boat Parade then contact The Schuylkill Canal Association directly at 610-917-0021. As for Saturday night, we also have tickets for Music & Food or for Music Only - just call if anyone would like one or more to purchase.

Finally, we're also having a variety of craft vendors. If anyone would like to sell their wares, just contact the SCA at the above phone number and we'll get the information right out to you.

We hope to see you there and don't hesitate to call if you want more information. Please pass on this information to anyone who you think might be interested.

Any questions or requests for information can also be directed to David Strunk; 610-745-2368; strunkdave@yahoo.com.
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Thanks to David for the information!

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