Independence Day Olde Time Celebration 2009
8 -10 a.m. Fishing Tournament (Waterfront)
Register at the waterfront area. Prizes awarded for largest and smallest length fish in each age group. Age Groups: 0-10 yrs, 11-17 yrs, and 18 & older
9 -10 a.m. Parade Preparations (Kiwanis Shelter)
Decorate your bike, trike, stroller, wagon, scooter, or battery power children’s automobile for the Parade in the Park. “American Pride” is our theme. (No gas or motor powered vehicles) Limited supplies provided; you are welcome to provide your own or come already prepared! Age Groups: ALL
10- 10:30 a.m. “Parade in the Park” (Start at Kiwanis)
Show your American Pride!! Drive, ride or stroll and parade through the park to the Boathouse Dedication Ceremony. Awards will be given in various categories and age groups. Examples: Best decorated, most American, most creative, etc. Spectators of all ages are welcome to walk with your youngster or watch from the side.
10:30- 11 a.m. Applause! Touring Troupe (Boathouse)
The Applause! Touring Troupe presents Cynthia Mercati’s “Faces of Freedom”, which tells of young immigrants to America, united in their search for freedom.
11-11:30 a.m. Donut Eating Contest (Waterfront)
Show off your speed eating abilities by eating a donut on a hanging piece of string. Age Groups: 0-10 yrs, 11-17 yrs, 18 & older
11:30a.m.-12:30p.m.Lakeside Olympics (Waterfront)
Compete in various activities including sack races, egg spoon races, and other fun relay races. Age Groups: 0-10 yrs, 11-17 yrs, and 18 & older
12:30-1 p.m. Watermelon Eating Contest (Waterfront)
See how much watermelon you can stuff your face with for a chance to win a prize. Age Groups: 0-10 yrs, 11-17 yrs, and 18 & older
1 -1:15 p.m. Watermelon Seed Spitting Contest (Waterfront)
Forget your manners and see who can spit watermelon seeds the farthest distance. Age Groups: 0-10 yrs, 11-17 yrs, 18 & older
1:15-1:45 p.m. Water Balloon Toss (Waterfront)
Try to be the team the farthest apart without breaking your balloon. Warning: You may get wet. Age Groups: 0-10 yrs, 11-17 yrs, 18 & older
2-3 p.m. Hula Hoop Contest (Waterfront)
Show off you skills with a hula hoop. The contestants who can hula hoop the longest win! Practice now it is sure to be lots of fun! Age Groups: 0-10 yrs, 11-17 yrs, and 18 & older