The Move-In has begun (sort of)

After losing the Hoosier Cup to the Circle City Curling Club on Saturday, March 16th (one shot would have swung the outcome in our favor), some chose to drown their sorrows at the bar while a few others chose to look forward instead and begin moving items to the new facility.

Rob Binns and Mandy Gangwer packed up some of the larger items from the club's kitchen and office.  With the assistance of Craig Fischer the items were moved into the attic at the new facility.


The first of many trips!  Stay tuned for details on how you can help with the move.



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