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In December, Colony residents participated in the annual
Holiday Golf Cart Parade. is event was started by Bonnie
Hinman and Sheryl and Dan Beamish a few years ago. ey
wanted to decorate their own carts for a night of driving through
the Colony and viewing all the holiday lights.
It has morphed into this very popular, annual event. Over 40
participants spent many hours decorating their carts in the spirit
of the holidays. Neighbors and friends showed up prior to the
event to view the results.
Judges Jeff Hillerich and Loretta Schlosser had the tough task of
selecting the top two carts. Honorable mention was given to fih,
fourth, and third place carts. e top winners were Lisa Schrader
and Laurie Freres (first place), and Sharon and Ted Carlson
(second place).
Aer the awards were presented, the parade began. Residents
lined the streets, awaiting Santa's sleigh and all the beautiful carts,
and the cart passengers were able to view all the beautiful lights as
they made their way through the Colony. e Colony Spirit was on
full display. It was a magical evening for everyone.
DID YOU MISS IT?
Bonnie Hinman announcing to gather
together for winners
Holiday Golf Cart Parade By Valorie Hillerich
Jeff Hillerich announcing 1st
and 2nd place winners
Front and back of Lisa and
Laurie's "cart"
Ted and Sharon Carlson (2nd place), and
Laurie Freres and Lisa Schrader (1st place)
Sharon and Ted's cart
