Last week, a dedication reception was held for the World Friendship Pocket Park in Summerville, leading up to the Friendship Festival that was held on Saturday.  Mr. John Turner, whose inspiration and leadership led to the Friendship Festival and the World Friendship Pocket Park, was awarded the “Friend of the Community Award”.

Susan Locklear, Summerville Main Street Director said:

Friday evening during the World Friendship Pocket Park Reception Mr John Turner was awarded the “ Friend of the Community “ Award for his 25+ years of service to not only friendship to our community but also to the world. He was nominated by numerous folks. Quotes say- “ Mr Turner taught and touched many lives during his years as an art teacher and is now touching many lives with his book and travel’s promoting world peace and Summerville Georgia as the Friendship Capital of the World. He has modeled how to make a difference in his community and displayed his deep passion for highlighting Summerville, Chattooga County, and the life of Howard Finster to the world. He is constantly showing others how special our people and town really are.” Thank you Mr John Turner for you determination and dedication to making our community a special on the map! It Matters!!!