MANSON — A donkey basketball event will be held on Nov. 19 in the high school gym in Manson. There will be a meal with pork loin, pulled pork, or a Taco in a Bag from 5 to 7 p.m. in the high school commons. There will also be a silent auction, face painting, kids games, and a performance by the Manson Northwest Webster drill team. There will be a total of three games. Two preliminary games, followed by one final game to determine the champions. During intermission there will be free donkey rides for kids 12 years old and younger. All of the earnings will be going to the Justin Metzger family to help support them financially after their son’s dirt bike accident. Advance tickets can be purchased for $10 at the high school, Swanson’s Hardware, Manson Hometown Grocery, Wood’s Grocery in Pocahontas, Farm and Home in Pocahontas or at this website — https://mnw-ffas-dairyland-donkey-basketball-advance-ticket-sale.cheddarup.com.

Tickets may also be available at the gate for $15 if there is space available. Contact Doug Gaul at dgaul@manson-nw.k12.ia.us with questions.