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A Successful Fest

Food, fun, tooth fairies, and a heroic helicopter – the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau’s May Fest, staged May 3, had it all. (And llamas!)

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Issue: June 2025

The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau held its annual May Fest event on Saturday, May 3, at the Club’s headquarters located on Frank Allen Road in Cashiers.

This year, 30 local organizations and nonprofits took part, providing a range of engaging activities!

Despite the rain, hundreds of families and community members gathered to enjoy the festivities. Children engaged in petting llamas while others danced to the vibrant music played by the DJ. The tooth fairies enchanted young ones with tales of dental magic and the importance of healthy habits. Paws, the beloved mascot from Western Carolina University, added an extra layer of excitement, posing for photos and high-fiving fans of all ages.

These were just a few of the many highlights!

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Slab Town Pizza and Lonesome Valley generously supplied a food truck with complimentary food for this event, which enhanced the event from years past. The atmosphere was filled with laughter, community spirit, and the warm aroma of delicious food wafting from the food truck.

This event would not have been possible without the invaluable support of volunteers, local organizations, nonprofits, and the entire community!

Kayla Deaton, Resource Development Director at the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau, said, “It was so special to witness the community come together for this event. I cannot thank everyone enough for their participation as attendees, community members, or volunteers. There is something truly remarkable about seeing everyone come together.”

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This May Fest was not just an event, but a celebration of community resilience and togetherness. It offered a chance for the Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau to express gratitude for the unwavering support from the local community and to strengthen the bonds that make the Plateau such a special place.

The Boys & Girls Club of the Plateau serves youth from kindergarten through 12th grade in the Cashiers and Highlands communities. BGCP is nationally recognized by Boys & Girls Clubs of America as one of the top 20 Clubs out of 5,200 in the country.

The club offers a wide range of programs focusing on academic success, character development, and healthy lifestyles. BGCP is committed to ensuring that all children, especially those who need it most, have access to a safe and supportive environment after school and during the summer months.

For more information, please contact Kayla Deaton at (828) 743-2775 or via email at kayla@bgcplateau.org. Visit bgcplateau.org.

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