Our ALPA group got the rat to show up, but ours had big money bags in its paws which, to me, was a better statement.
Word was that the rat was booked pretty far in advance and reservations for its appearance were required.
We loved the rat and it seemed to get the message out to the public clearly and effectively. Despite its cartoonish appearance, the rat added an air of pre-planning and commitment to our events not to mention the visual impact and attention draw it generated.
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