CLOWN WEEK PROCLAMATION 2010

            The Mayor of Fairborn Ohio issued this wonderful proclamation recognizing Clown Week and the Giggles & Grins gang ("Clowns Around Fairborn")...

WHEREAS, the tradition of the clown can be traced from ancient Egypt to the Greco-Roman world, to the royal jesters of Europe and finally to Emmet Kelly and Lou Jacobs of America, and

WHEREAS, the clown gladdens the heart, lightens the spirit and brings smiles to the faces of children and adults alike, and for a few precious moments reminds us of the healing power of humor in our daily lives, and

WHEREAS, the clown can be seen performing at such places as charitable organizations, community celebrations, and public institutions for no other reason than to help boost the morale of those around them, and

WHEREAS, “Clowns Around Fairborn” and Clowns of America International have joined together to commemorate Clown Week, originally proclaimed by President Richard Nixon in 1971, and

WHEREAS, the men and women who dedicate their lives to this tradition should be recognized for the outstanding and meaningful contributions they make to our great community and state.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Joan L. Dautel, Mayor of the City of Fairborn, Ohio, do hereby designate and proclaim the week of August 1, 2010 through August 7, 2010, as

“INTERNATIONAL CLOWN WEEK”

in the City of Fairborn and urge all citizens to join in sharing their message of joy and laughter.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto subscribed my name and caused the Seal of the City of Fairborn, Ohio, to be affixed this 2nd day of August, 2010.

Joan L. Dautel, Mayor