The Mulkey Theatre project is the recipient of a $50,000 grant from the Don & Sybil Harrington Foundation, according to an announcement made at the fourth annual Mulkey Block Party last Saturday.
The grant is intended to help complete Phase 3B of the ongoing rehabilitation of the 1946 theatre, specifically the installation of heating and air-conditioning.
As a condition of the grant, the remainder of the funds to complete Phase 3B, approximately an additional $100,000, will have to be secured by the end of 2016.
The Block Party marked the completion of Phase 3A of the project, which included a new stage for live performances and construction of a new handicapped accessible seating area as well as restored house and cove lights in the auditorium.
A good crowd attended the block party, which had perfect weather. Rev. Black Flowers opened the musical entertainment, and Insufficient Funds was again the main performance. The car show received several entrants and was won by Johnny Floyd – motorcycle division, Cal Thomas – truck division, and Redell Johnston – car division.
Kids enjoyed a cake walk, a giant bounce house, and cartoons in the theatre while adults danced, listened to music, and enjoyed several food vendors.
To keep up with developments on the Mulkey, check out facebook.com/MulkeyTheatre, and to make a tax deductible donation to the project, send a check or money order to Clarendon Community Fund, PO Box 906, Clarendon, TX 79226.
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