Bryan Crough Memorial Sculpture Unveiling Event

This special June 13^th 2017 meeting of the Rotary Club of Traverse City was dedicated as a Special Memorial Celebration in Honor of Rotarian Bryan Crough who left a ‘Legacy of Public Service’ to the Greater Grand Traverse Community.  Bryan Crough (1954-2013) was a remarkable man whose impact on our community will be long-remembered.  He was a visionary, a catalyst and a true leader.  Bryan served as Mayor of Traverse City, several terms on the City Commission, long-term Rotarian and past president of our club.

      Bryan Crough focused his talent, passion and vision for transforming downtown Traverse City into a vibrant, strong and dynamic city center.  Bryan loved art, he loved to laugh, loved people and Traverse City.

 

      The highlight of Memorial Celebration was the unveiling and dedication of a very unique sculpture entitled “ENSPIRE”.  The significance of this public art sculpture is provide the viewer personal inspiration of what can be achieved by any or every individual who desires to excel in their life’s pursuit. 

 

Attendance: This event was open to the public as well as Rotarians, family and friends.  The turnout was outstanding well in excess of 800 who enjoyed the nice weather, mingled, free lunch and inspiration.

 

Lunch: Picnic style included Bratwurst, hot dogs, pulled-pork BarBQ, cold-cuts, cole slaw, cheese tray, chips, and an amazing variety of cakes – Compliments of MAXBAUERS.