Dugan Best celebrating Rec Center’s 50th anniversary with several events on Saturday

July 11, 2024 | 12:09 am

Updated July 11, 2024 | 1:14 am

Photo by Ryan Richardson

The Dugan Best Neighborhood Alliance is celebrating the Recreation Center’s 50 years of service during their annual Gala Day on Saturday. The event will include a blood drive, basketball, food, and more.

The celebration will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Dugan Best Park, 1003 Omega Street.

Activities will include:

  • Blood Drive: The Western Kentucky Regional Blood Center’s Bloodmobile will be on site to accept blood donations.
  • Community Engagement: Members of the Owensboro Fire Department will be present to interact with the community.
  • 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament: A youth basketball tournament for ages 9 to 15 will begin at noon. No pre-registration is required.
  • Family Fun: Enjoy free inflatables and participate in a prize drawing, featuring 10 bikes donated by the Masonic Pisgah Lodge No. 20, as well as a basketball goal and two basketballs donated by the Dugan Best Recreation Center.
  • Free Food: Complimentary hamburgers, hot dogs, and cake will be available while supplies last.

July 11, 2024 | 12:09 am

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