Pavilion
Myrtle Beach, SC
October 7, 2006
The farewell party was named "Save the Last Dance." We were greeted by the Seaside Clowns who later passed out red noses , much to the amusement of young and old alike. We enjoyed food, drinks, open rides, the Arcade and unlimited tokens at the Arcade.
Photos in a memorial frame were available for all. Here's Wally and I with the Pavilion Carousel Horse, (For the Carousel Horses of Myrtle Beach, see this link.) This is another wonderfully framed picture of us, along with Walt Wysk and his parents, in front of the band organ, which made it's debut at the 1900 Paris Exposition and was installed at the Myrtle Beach Pavilion in 1954. A detailed view.
Here I am with Walt, Even though Walt told me when we walked through the gate, "ONE picture only, " I guess he didn't want to argue with his parents, Walter (Bud) and Lorraine. One more photo of Wally and I. My last picture of The Pavilion at dusk, Another farewell photo for the memory bin.
The party was held in The Attic and featured an appearance by The Catalinas. (Y'all DO remember The Catalinas...right?) The Attic was set up with beverage bars, food stations, festive balloons and ice sculptures.
We took some time to visit the Amusement Park before calling it a night. I think Lorraine would have boarded The Hurricane if she found a follower, but she settled for a photo with The Starship instead.
Everyone loves the Carousel. Even Wally. One last photo before saying good-bye to the Pavilion. As we walked back to our cars, we were reminded that the Fall Bike Rally was still in progress.
Thanks, Walt! And a big thanks Burroughs & Chapin. They really know how to throw a party! This night will become a part of the many Pavilion memories we keep in our hearts. With much anticipation, we're looking forward to the new future of downtown Myrtle Beach.
Looking for more Harley Photos? Fall Pilgrimage '07.
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