It turned out to be a pleasant day as the Watseka Area Chamber of Commerce served grilled pork burgers and hot dogs during their annual Summer Picnic on Friday, August 11, 2006. Over 450 meals were served, up from the 400 previously sold in 2005.

“This picnic gets bigger and better each year,” stated Darcey Smith, Chamber Executive Director.

The picnic took place on the lawn between Promises and Hear Here. Meals were served from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The cost of the meal deal was only $2.50 which included the sandwich, chips, and a drink. At that price, lunch is affordable for everyone!

“We advertised that meals were on sale through 1:30pm. However, we sold out of pork burgers by 1:10pm. Each year, we buy extra meat since the number of ticket sales keep increasing. Next year, we know to buy extra, extra meat,” stated Darcey Smith.

Following lunch, everyone was able to take advantage of the great summer deals during Sidewalk Sales. Twelve Watseka businesses participated in this year’s outside sales event.

The picnic was sponsored in part by Big R, Canady Labs, First Trust & Savings Bank, Iroquois Insurance, Main Street Gifts, Personal Finance Company, Promises, Sheldon Health Care Center, Sugar & Spice, Sugar Creek Care Center, Sumner National Bank, Times-Republic, and Watseka Rehab & Health Care Center.

The Chamber wishes to thank everyone who helped sponsor, volunteer, or donate to this year’s Summer Picnic.

For more information about other Chamber activities, contact the Chamber office at 815/432-2416.