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Published: 21 February 2015 21 February 2015

Photos by Shirin McArthur and Mary Alice Murphy

The Holiday Inn Express, owned by Jill Olson, decided a great way to celebrate its grand re-opening was by inviting non-profits to take a plunge into the new pool. The sun peeked in and out on a breezy afternoon in the 50s. Not exactly balmy, and when Michelle Carrillo added ice blocks and several others added bags of ice cubes, the water cooled a fair bit for the Polar Plunge.

At least 12 brave souls and ensembles took the plunge raising money for their pet charities. At the time of the event, close to $5,000 had been raised, and some had not yet gathered in their pledges.