Mermaids to hold Derby Day

BY Aprile McKinnon

Mermaids of Canyon Lake will hold its 2nd Annual Derby Day celebration on April 29 at 3:00 p.m. The event will be a private, reservations-only affair for current club members and their guests.

The organizers promise a fun-filled day, with a cruise around the lake, a boxed lunch, champagne (or seltzers), a Mint Julep and $10 in Mermaid “money.” The volunteer “horses” (guys on kayaks) will be doing three races during the afternoon while the spectators (women on the boats) cheer their horses on.

Last year’s race featured these guys in their kayaks headed down the stretch. There is a winner, but it’s the fun of watching these Derby participants stay afloat that makes the race so much fun. Photos provided by Mermaids of Canyon Lake

The women watching the races are encouraged to wear as outlandish a hat as can be created. Prizes will be awarded for the most fabulous hat and to whomever has the most mermaid money at the end.

All proceeds will go to the Mermaids’ group of 2023 charities which include the Riverside Shelter for Abused Women and Children.

Space is limited, and only paid reservations will guarantee a spot on a boat. Members are encouraged to book early if they want to be put on the same boat with up to eight specific people. Tickets are $45.00. To make a reservation or for more information, contact Brenda Lees at 281-381-8903 or Lyne Hall at ly967hal@gmail.com.

Last year’s race featured these guys in their kayaks headed down the stretch. There is a winner, but it’s the fun of watching these Derby participants stay afloat that makes the race so much fun. Photos provided by Mermaids of Canyon Lake

For those who are interested in knowing more about the Mermaids of Canyon Lake, they can attend the next general meeting on Monday at the Senior Center. Mermaids is for all ages from 21 and over.

Social hour starts at 5:30 p.m. followed by the meeting. The meeting will include a special guest from the Helping Hands organization to explain the group’s participation in the community. Potential members are encouraged to come and join in the fun-filled night and learn more about the Mermaids of Canyon Lake.