One of the nicest things about small-town living is summer holiday celebrations that bring folks together especially when they include patriotic music and ice cream.
Last night we attended what has become an annual event in the neighboring town of Onancock in the past few — an old-fashioned Ice Cream Social and Band Concert that’s held outdoors on the town square, always on July 3.
Folks bring lawn chairs, blankets and many picnic before and during the concert. There’s a Kids Painting area where budding artists can create and then take home their artwork.
This event is sponsored by members of the Onancock Business & Civic Association, which provides and scoops the free ice cream and seconds are always encouraged. Music is provided by the volunteer CommUnity Band.
Tomorrow, July 4th, is the annual non-motorized holiday parade and the Firecracker Book Sale at the county library. We’re helping out at the sale, watching the parade, then going to a friend’s home later.
How are you spending the holiday?
10 comments:
Happy fourth to you both. This sounded like a favoroite way I enjoy celebrating this holiday.
Looks like fun! Love all the patriotic colors!
What colorful and fun photos. Wishing you both a happy and safe Fourth!
i love the photos of the children and this is really a fun thing for the town to do... enjoy your day and i hope the library makes lots of money. we will be doing the same thing we do every other day. nothing
We have two July 4th traditions. First, the annual Butte-to-Butte race has more than 1,000 people run past our house about a half-mile from the race's start. Many dress up for the event. Second, "Art & the Vineyards" is a large community event featuring a broad selection of art, wine, music and food. This year our son-in-law's family is here on their first-ever visit to Oregon and we're taking them to the event. The temperature will only be in the low 80s, so our Las Vegas visitors may need to bring a sweater.
Looks like loads of fun and a good family event! We will be relaxing at home with family. Have a wonderful 4th!.
What a fun event! We are spending the day working around the house...Dale is mowing the lawn, I'm doing laundry. Fun day! Oh well. We will go sit on a hill overlooking the town of Lititz to see their fireworks show. Ellen enjoys them more from a distance. Enjoy your day!
Glad you are enjoying the long holiday!... :)JP
Looks like a lot of fun! No big plans here except packing boxes to get ready for our move.
I love me some ice cream...
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