Bagley to celebrate 250th Birthday of the United States
July 3 - July 5
The Bagley American Legion Family, Bagley Area Chamber, Bagley Rotary and other community organizations are planning festivities on and around the Fourth of July in celebration of the United States of America’s 250th Birthday – a “Semiquincentennial” celebration!
This spring, children will be able to participate in an essay contest, writing about “What does America mean to me?” – information will be distributed through the local schools.
On Friday, July 3 the American Legion will host a dinner and dance.
On Saturday, July 4 preliminary plans include:
- A 5k run/walk
- Games for children
- Lunch at the Bagley Legion (free) & announcement of essay contest winners.
- Parade (hosted by the Bagley Rotary Club). Businesses, organizations, churches and individuals will be invited to participate in the parade. No entry fee. Prizes will be awarded by the Rotary Club.
- Waves Across America – a display of flags coordinated by the National American Legion, with people waving a flag at the same time across America from the East coast to the West coast.
On Sunday, July 5, one of the community organizations will host a Community Breakfast (free will donation).
Watch the News Bytes section in the coming months for details as they are confirmed.