The Spokane Lilac Festival
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So, I close my eyes to old ends and open my heart to new beginnings."
~Nick Fredrickson
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2020 President & First Lady Dan & Chris VerHeul with the 2020 Royal Court
Photo Courtesy of Hawkinson Photography
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A Message from our 2020 President
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On May 11th, we announced the news that our 2020 Spokane Lilac Festival had been canceled. This was not a decision taken lightly. After many discussions and meetings with our local and state officials, it is clear that it is not feasible to hold the Festival in a safe manner, even at a later date in July, nor the type of Festival our wonderful community deserves and has come to expect. This is only the second time in our 82-year Festival history that the Parade or any of our events have not been able to take place; the first in 1943-1945 during WWII.
Although we are very disappointed with the outcome of our 2020 Festival, we look forward with anticipation to the Spring of 2021 when we can resume our commitment to Honor our Military, Empower Our Youth and Showcase Our Region. Thank you to all of those who have supported this mission, including the Volunteers, Sponsors, our Lilac Directors and most importantly, our amazing Lilac City.
~President Dan VerHeul
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2020 Royal Court
Photo Courtesy of Hawkinson Photography
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The seven young women that make up our 2020 Royal Court have been nothing short of extraordinary. Although we knew they were amazing young leaders in our Community, incredibly smart and a joy to be around, watching their resilience and positivity these last few months has been a sight to behold.
Although plans were continuously put on hold or eventually canceled, the Court, their families and the wonderful Royalty VP's found ways to create a unique way to celebrate their accomplishments within Lilac. On Saturday, May 16th, what would have been Parade day, the Court met at Manito Park to have, what they thought was, a formal photo shoot. Little did they know that while they were taking photos in Duncan Gardens, their families were secretly waiting for them in the Lilac Gardens to formally present their tiara, sash and gown. All of this was done with social distancing practices in place. Each Princess had a section in the garden where they could celebrate with their immediate family and have their parents place their sash and tiara on them once they were dressed in their new gowns. Once each Princess was crowned, all families spread out and the Princesses were able to deliver their prepared speeches for their family and President & First Lady, Dan & Chris VerHeul. These speeches would normally have been presented at Coronation. It was a joyful, tearful and special day that no one will forget.
We want to thank all of the families for making this day so special. A HUGE thank you to President Dan, First Lady Chris and VP's of Royalty Kim Johnson and Monika Hawkinson. And finally, to our generous Sponsors Believe Bride (Formal Gowns), KHQ and Appleway Florist & Greenhouse. KHQ reporter, and Past Queen, Sydnee Stelle, put together a beautiful piece that aired on KHQ that evening.
Click here to watch!
What's Next ~
keep reading from more on our Court's big graduation day and see where they are headed to next!
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2020 Court on Parade Day
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- The 2020 Royal Court in Manito's Duncan Gardens
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- Princess Hannah is crowned by her Dad & Mom. Princess Katelyn's adorably decorated table.
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- Princess Kinsey's mom places her tiara while her dad looks on. Princess Kylie can't hold in her excitement after her sash and tiara are given by her parents.
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- Princess Madeline takes time to look at the table her family has decorated. Princess Morgan tears up a bit while her mom and Past Princess ('87) pins together her sash.
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- Princess Kylie's dad places her tiara on her head. Princess Katelyn delivers her prepared speech for President Dan and families.
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- The 2020 Royal Court sport their new Lilac face masks that were generously made by chaperone, Mom Patt Hooker.
Photos Courtesy of Hawkinson Photography
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Our office team continues to work from home but have been keeping up with all things Lilac. They will be taking some time off to enjoy the summer with their family.
Our office will be closed starting July 1st and will reopen Mid-August.
Emails and voicemails will be checked periodically. Please email the office if you need anything.
Have a great summer!
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During the May Directors meeting, it was unanimously decided that Dan VerHeul will carry over as President for our 2021 year. This is only the second time in our history that we have had the same President in back to back years. We are so excited that Dan and First Lady, Chris, will be able to lead us once again and get the Festival year they deserve!
In our June Directors meeting, voting members also selected our 2021 President-Elect and Treasurer. Congratulations to Alan Hart as being selected as President-Elect and Angela Wray as Treasurer!
The entire 2021 Executive Committee will be selected over the next few weeks by President Dan and all will be installed during our annual Installation Dinner & Awards Ceremony on September 8th.
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2020 Armed Forces Appreciation Golf Tournament
Friday, September 18th
Wandermere Golf Course
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Our annual Armed Forces Appreciation Golf Tournament is still on, just a bit later his year. In the coming weeks, we will be opening up registration for individual and teams to participate. Please keep checking our
website
or social media outlets for up to date information.
Thank you to our Golf Tournament Sponsor, Multicare! If you are interested in a hole sponsorship, please
email
our office staff.
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Congratulations to Our 2020 Royal Court Graduates!
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Princess Hannah
Ferris High School
3.96 GPA
Grand Canyon University
Studying Healthcare Administration
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Princess Morgan
Lewis & Clark High School
3.993 GPA
Boise State University
Studying Health Sciences
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Princess Kinsey
Cheney High School
3.815 GPA
EWU & WSU
Studying Nursing
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Princess Klaire
Mt. Spokane High School
3.79 GPA
Gonzaga University
Studying Human Physiology
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Princess Kylie
Freeman High School
3.9 GPA
Montana State University
Studying Business Marketing & Entrepreneurship
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Princess Madeline
NW Christian High School
4.0 GPA
Eastern Washington University
Studying Communication Sciences & Disorders
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Princess Kateyln
Gonzaga Preparatory School
3.97 GPA
Grand Canyon University
Studying Special & Elementary Education
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Photos Courtesy of Hawkinson Photography, Princess Kylie, Princess Klaire and Princess Katelyn
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The Spokane Lilac Festival wishes our friends with birthdays in
June, July & August a Happy Birthday!
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June:
- Sydnee Stelle 6/1
- Dawn Altmaier 6/6
- Nate Calvert 6/8
- Angela Wray 6/11
- Bob Hull 6/12
- Dan VerHeul 6/14
- Tracei Sly-Scofield 6/22
- Pat Cadagan 6/26
- Jason Armstrong 6/27
July:
- Vicki Jorgens 7/6
- Sandi Bentz 7/8
- Patrick Kenney 7/15
- Stacey Kottwitz 7/18
- Michaelle Guerrero 7/22
- Bob Tallan 7/25
- Mandy Gray 7/28
- Isabella Taylor 7/30
- Richard Logerwell 7/31
- Michael Waldrip 7/31
August:
- Sandy Brown 8/1
- Dan North 8/1
- Roy Caligan 8/10
- Loren Ameen 8/12
- Gayle Van Martre 8/24
- Kenzie Toner 8/25
- Tom Colley 8/30
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June/July:
- Wednesday, July 1st - Office Closed
- TBD - Finance Committee Meeting
August:
- Mid Month - Office Reopens
September:
- Tuesday, September 8th - Installation & Awards Dinner, DoubleTree Hotel Downtown, More Info to Come
- Armed Forces Appreciation Golf Tournament, 7:30am, Wandermere Golf Course | More Info Coming Soon!
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Spokane Lilac Festival
3021 S. Regal, Suite 105
Spokane, WA 99223
509.535.4554
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Video Produced & Provided by Gibby Media Group
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