Clayton Elks hosted a congratulatory luncheon for the Deptford Marching Band
On Saturday, Aug. 13, the officers, members, and Ladies Auxiliary of Clayton Elks Lodge 2132 hosted a congratulatory/thank you luncheon for the Deptford Township High School Spartan Marching Band.
The band has been participating with the Clayton Elks Lodge at the New Jersey State Elks Annual Convention parades for almost two decades. This year at the 103rd N.J. State Elks Convention Parade, Clayton Elks and their musical unit not only placed 1st in Best Overall in their Membership Category but so did the members and their float.
Then came the big surprise.
When the announcement was made that the Deptford Township High School Spartan Marching Band won 1st place State Best Overall Music Award in the entire music competition category. They had scored more points than every other musical group who competed that day There were many high school bands from the tri-state area, top drum and bugle units, three major string bands, and several professional brass bands.
Over the years, the Clayton Elks and their musical group have won many 1st place Junior Music Awards. The band has even placed in the top five state award category on several different occasions but has never achieved the 1st Place Best Overall Award until this year.