Sam Koltinsky speaks next to a bust of Ding Darling at the reopening ceremony of Lake Darling in September, 2014. Photo by Sally Y. Hart

“Darling is Back, the Restoration of Lake Darling” a new documentary chronicling the restoration of Lake Darling will premier at the Lake Darling Lodge. The event will run for two days on December 12th and 13th at 3 p.m. each day. The piece sets to honor the legacy of Jay N. “Ding” Darling and show the small town spirit of volunteerism and achievement it has taken to bring the lake back better than ever.

A meet and greet will take place with Executive Producer Samuel Koltinsky introducing the 30 minute film. Lake Darling reopened in 2014. To reserve free limited seating please visit www.friendsoflakedarling.com.