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06/24/2003 Archived Entry: "THE NAME LASTS FOREVER...STAR SPANGLED SPECTACULAR"

THE NAME LASTS FOREVER...STAR SPANGLED SPECTACULAR

I named it and the name stuck. STAR SPANGLED SPECTACULAR. It's entirely possible that I won because I was the only one who entered. The name will continue in perpetuity, even if I don't, and I'll always be there! It's my favorite holiday of the year.

The part I like best is done by pyrotech John Ziegler of Salina. The only part I wish were different is the location of the event.

Here's a rundown of the activities planned for that day:

The benefit tour of the Ira E. Lloyd House Bed and Breakfast starting at 2:00.

A three on three basketball tournament at the City Building.

Rides and food vendors will be set up on the grounds before the fireworks display.

There will be an area for children's games.

You will probably have to buy a glow necklace at some point during the evening.

The Jam Fest starts at 6:00

So, try to attend and enjoy the evening. It's like an old-fashioned 4th of July celebration where you will see everyone under the sun who is back home for the festivities. Bring chairs and blankets and plan to sit back and enjoy the evening. It only happens once a year and it's pretty special, in my book.