Kudos Poker run benefit for Austin's House a success

Editor:

The second annual Austin's House Poker Run which was held Aug. 24 went off fairly well and we raised $6,600 and counting. The children of Austin's House (current and future) are and will be forever grateful for the all of the hard work, time and love that everyone put into making this year's poker run a success.

Nearly 200 motorcycles and cars toured Genoa, Markleeville, Topaz and Heritage Park in Gardnerville in an effort to contribute to this great cause. What a generous area we enjoy here. For example, a local mobile home park donated the $250 cash prize for the winning poker hand and the winner donated the full amount back to Austin's House.

It was a sun-filled and fun-filled day. A bunch of generous people taking a Sunday cruise, listening to live classic rock by Dean Brownell and group of Bluefingers Productions who offered their talents at no charge and furthermore, would not allow us to even pay for their gas, having a barbecue put on by our local 20-30 club at no charge at a beautiful tree-surrounded park with lush lawns " the Town of Gardnerville waived the usage fee.

With over 80 donated raffle prizes, many participants were winners of quite a variety of items " rounds of golf, a cord of firewood delivered, handmade quilts, dinners, massages, car washes, auto and motorcycle services, tattoos, gym memberships and many gift certificates. A great time was had by all. I apologize for the late lunch as we had some issues that will absolutely be ironed-out for next year's run.

My thanks to all of the people who worked tirelessly to help wherever and whenever they could. There were a lot of people who gave a little and a ton who gave a lot. This would be a five-page letter if I listed them individually, so please know that I appreciate everything you all did, and hopefully your feelings aren't hurt if I didn't specifically name your contribution. Thanks everyone and let's do it again next year!

Danny Villalobos

Century 21 Clark Properties