250th events in Madison kicks off Thursday
MADISON – The kickoff in Madison to celebrate the nation’s 250th anniversary is here. The fun begins with a Children’s Parade at Home Place Park, 100 Shorter St., this Thursday beginning at 6:45. The parade’s theme is “America’s Birthday Party.”
Organizers encourage parents to help their children to dress in patriotic costumes and as figures of importance from the last 250 years. Children wearing the best costumes will receive prizes.
After the Children’s Parade, the Sounds of Summer Concerts series will feature the band, Bloom After Fall. Madison Arts Alliance coordinates the concerts.
Bloom After Fall hails from Decatur. They “live together under one roof, fully bought into a single goal — making music people truly relate to again.”
Band members mix the atmosphere of vintage sounds with the spice of modern alternative music.
Other events will be held next week, including:
“America 250 Parade: One Nation, Many Stories” – July 2
Next on the schedule, the “America 250 Parade — One Nation, Many Stories” on July 2 at 6 p.m. will proceed south on County Line Road from Heritage Elementary School to James Clemens High School.
The parade’s theme is celebration of unity, history and the American spirit. The route is approximately 1.6 miles.
Civic groups, organizations, elected officials, walking units, marching groups, vehicles, floats and trailers are welcome to register.
“Let Freedom Ring” – July 3
On Fourth of July weekend, two fireworks spectaculars will light the sky. On July 3, Dublin Park will host the “Let Freedom Ring” fireworks show, complete with a patriotic video tribute, vendors and voter registration opportunities.
Bring the whole family out for an evening of Independence Day fun featuring food vendors, live music, inflatables, and a fireworks show to end the night.
All event parking will be at Bob Jones High School, and free shuttle service will be provided to and from Dublin Park throughout the event.
The celebration starts at 5 p.m. and lasts until 9 p.m.
Trash Pandas Fireworks
On the Fourth of July, individuals can attend a Rocket City Trash Pandas baseball game at Toyota Field. After the game, a dazzling fireworks show will serve as the evening’s finale.
The Trash Pandas, will host a game against the Pensacola Blue Wahoos on July 4 at 6:35 p.m. You can find more information at www.trashpandasbaseball. com.
For more information about America 250 in Madison, check out www.madisonal. gov/1385/America-250-Years-inthe- Making.
