Miller-Driscoll’s PTA is excitedly preparing for its second annual spring carnival this weekend, with the rides, games and attractions already setting up on the school grounds. With something for everyone of all ages, the carnival hours are Friday, April 10 at 5-9 p.m.; Saturday, April 11 at 12-9 p.m.; and Sunday, April 12 at 12-5 p.m..
The weather report looks like the best days to check out the carnival will be Saturday and Sunday, however. According to the National Weather Service, there’s a chance of showers (60-percent) on Friday evening, with a possibility of a thunderstorm. Anyone venturing out can expect a low around 45-degrees.
Saturday things should brighten up, with partly sunny weather and a high near 59-degrees predicted. The NWS also said the day might be “breezy.” Saturday night they say it will be mostly clear, but cooler temps will settle in with a low of 34-degrees.
Sunday may be the best option, according to the weather experts–the forecast calls for sunny weather with a high near 63-degrees..
Last year’s inaugural carnival helped the Miller-Driscoll PTA raise $15,000 towards fundraising goals, and it hopes to surpass that this year.
“Our first carnival was truly spectacular,” said Cheryl Jensen-Gerner, Miller-Driscoll principal. “From the attendance, to the food to the support we received from so many local business in the community, it truly exceeded our expectations and we look forward to another successful event this year.”
As they did last year, the Wilton Kiwanis Club will be handling the food and refreshment concession at the carnival, including hot dogs, hamburgers and fried dough.
All PTA funds raised go toward providing Miller-Driscoll students with enrichment programs, new library books, fine arts programming, educational workshops and much more. The fundraising also supports teachers and administration by fulfilling grant requests and providing the school with materials not normally provided to them, and they also make possible certain class-wide celebrations to celebrate significant milestones that otherwise may not happen.