It did not rain on the Clark annual Jubilee Celebration parade Saturday, June 13, but there was a strong, cold wind, which failed to diminish the happy crowd celebrating the red, white and blue theme led by grand marshal units under auspices of American Legion Post 84 from Belfry, Montana.

Throughout the day’s events, many persons commented on the rampant volunteerism that previously and up to June 13 demonstrates the strength of the community.

Among observers was Debbi Crews, who with Kristin Knopf, are leading the fundraising for a gigantic July 4 fireworks show on the Clark Pioneer Rec Center grounds. She announced Monday, June 15 that, thanks to donated prizes from many in the community and people participating in the raffle, the goal of $5,000 has been surpassed.

“It is fantastic, remarkable and incredible,” she said. “I am today going to make a deposit, which will take the total amount raised to $6,933. It seems that the people of Clark want a really big fireworks display.” She said donations still can be made by contacting her or Knopf and that they can be messaged on the Clark Community Facebook site.

It was the first year in memory that a rodeo wasn’t part of the festivities, but other events took its place. They included a yard sale in the Rec gym, indoor and outdoor food sales, a bounce house, a car show and the booth raising funds for the planned July 4 fireworks.

The parade included several military vehicles in connection with American Legion Post 84; and the Clark Fire/Rescue units in force. Viewers roundly applauded the military and emergency personnel.

Parade winners were the Rockin’ in the USA (Best Theme) entrant with Nicci Potter Connell playing guitar as her daughter, Willow, drove her cart; Art & Rita Lovell’s ‘56 Chevy Bel Air (Judges Choice); Kallie Hoffert and Addie Gibbons riding “Cowboy,” (Best Youth entrant); and Scott Conger’s 1919 Model T depot hack (Best Motorized).

The Clark Fitness/Walk Group reported raising $411 to support Rec operations. Member Wendy Epstein said that the total was composed of $228 in food (hot dogs and chili) , $93 in cotton candy sales and $90 in donations. And it appeared that the fireworks raffle table was (obviously) busy.

The car show, organized by Cody Woolard, was a main attraction. In fun fashion, the entrants included a ‘66 Chevy Impala owned by Art and Rita Lovell, which got the most votes for “Zero HP.” And their ‘56 Chevy Bel Air got the nod for “Most Likely to do a Burn Out After the Show.”

Two other “winners” were entered by Mike Sapp. His ‘47 Diamond T semitruck was listed as “Most Likely to be in a Police Pursuit.” His ‘39 Allis-Chalmers semi got the most votes for “Worst Fuel Mileage.” Two other categories were “Most Uncomfortable Vehicle to Drive” and “Belongs on a High School Parking Lot,” but the ratings were unclear.