FROM ONE GARDEN TO ANOTHER... GARDEN CITY KANSAS KENNEL CLUB Text and Photos by the Executive Editor and Cheryl Mechalke A ike the mythical Brigadoon , it seems to rise out of nowhere, bathing the landscape and the locals in a decidedly festive air. Unlike that fabled kingdom, seen but once a century for but one day, this phenomenon occurs once a year, lasts three days, and fills an equally gaping void. Where once there were no dog shows, there for a time, magically, are. I am no stranger to the sites and sounds of Garden City, having shown there numerous times long ago. In its twenty-ninth year, this event, while not huge, is testament to its members’ dedica- tion and its supporters’ satisfaction; GCKKC seems to make its exhibitors happy, for many reported that they always come back. Extra added attractions—as if we really need more than a judge, a ring, and a ribbon—include panel discussions, Best Puppy and Best Bred-By competition and the relaxed atmosphere that only a show of this nature can give. There was an aura of calm in the building only occasionally punctuated by canine fuss and often by audience applause. An added treat was the performance of the National Anthem by a chorus from nearby Lakin (KS) High School (Go Broncs!) one day, and a local C&W performer an- other. Having to fly out early Sunday I missed whatever enter- tainment they had planned, but I have no doubt that the special treatment afforded all in attendance continued unabated. This show has room to grow. Held at the Finney County Fair- grounds, there’s plenty of parking and grooming space and the show site’s clean and quiet, with enormous overhead fans which look as if they could airlift the building but actually provided a very temperate clime. Show Chair Odebt Massey, also a veteran L
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