The first Lehigh Township Noon Year’s Eve event was held at Bryfogle Park, Berlinsville on Wednesday.

Despite the freezing temperatures, about 200 people attended for the noon balloon and beach ball drop.

Karlee Farley, event organizer said, “We are so happy that this family friendly event for the community really came together. We hope to make this an annual event.”

She added, “I could not have done it without the help of volunteers. I want to thank the Lehigh Township Volunteer Fire Company for inflating our 1,700 balloons at their station and helping transport them, along with Lorah’s Farm tractor trailer, to Berlinsville Park. Among the balloons were 100 beach balls for the kids to take home.”

The Lehigh Township Lions Club provided free hot dogs and cocoa to everyone. There were games and music for the enjoyment of those attending.

Donations of time, money and resources for the free chance giveaways are Becky’s Drive-In, Blue Mountain Resort, David L. Hess Concrete, Farley Family, Hantz Family, Henry’s Service Station, Just Born Candy, Keith’s Lawn Care, Kichline Family, King Kone, Lehigh Township Fire Company, Lehigh Township Lions Club, Lehigh Valley with Littles, Lorah Farms, New Tripoli Bank, Pencor Services Inc., Putt Family, Redner’s Market, Schmidt Family, Scoopendorf’s Ice Cream Co., Sunbelt Rentals, T&L Distributions, Thrivent, and Weis.

Local businesses and organizations that were there were Lehigh Township Police, Indian Land Garden Club, Waggin’ Tails Doggie Daycare, The Filbert Bed & Breakfast, Moore Twp. PTA, River Rock Bean & Brew Mobile Bar, Hope Lutheran Women of Faith, Hitter’s Edge, and Lehigh Township Athletic Association.