Dinkus Award for 2007

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Daniel "Dinkus" Hamilton was truly a clown for all seasons. His warm and cheerful character was a delight to many a hospital bedside, birthday party, parade and many other special events. One of Dan's favorite events was the "Asbury Park Festival of Clowns" where he could be seen riding his fun clown tricycle in the parade. That event has become Clownfest.

Dan Passed away in 1986 on Thanksgiving Day. A clown award, "The Dinkus Award", has been established in his honor to carry on the art of clowning. This award is presented to an up and coming clown each year. Jim "Jimbo" Fearn was the recipient in 2006.

Clownfest and the National Clown Arts Project, Inc. is proud to present the "Dinkus Award" for 2007.