FLORA CELEBRATING FOURTH OF JULY WITH EVENTS TOMORROW

Area residents are in for a day filled with excitement as Charley Brown Park in Flora plays host to a series of events tomorrow.

Kicking off the day at 9 am, the highly anticipated Global War on Terror Wall of Remembrance will make its debut behind the Rotary Stage. Arriving in town under the escort of the Illinois Patriot Guard, the Wall stands as a  symbol of Honor, Strength, Courage, Commitment, Loyalty, and Family Values of America, serving as a stark reminder of the sacrifices made for freedom.

At 10 am, the Rotary stage will come alive with the All American Boy and All American Girl Contest, showcasing local talent. In the event of rain, the festivities will be relocated to the Oil Belt Christian Service camp. Attendees can also look forward to the Sew Nifty Quilt Guild display, as well as the opportunity for face painting and caricatures by Natalie Hurd. Additionally, the Little Toot Railroad will be runningtomorrow

At 11 am a variety of food trucks open for business. This year’s lineup includes Poe’d Smoked BBQ, The Green Pig, Taco Tuesday Everyday, and Pikorney’s Pork Rinds and Kettle Corn.

For those seeking thrills, the 25/8 Extreme Inflatables and Zip Line will open at 1 pm, offering a full day of activities with an armband costing $30. Later in the afternoon at 3:55 pm, the day’s entertainment will continue with Whitley Silvers delivering a rendition of the National Anthem, followed by the performance of the Van Waylon Band on the Old Kiwanis stage.

Throughout the day, attendees can enjoy the Flora swimming pool, with the added convenience of being able to switch between the pool and the inflatable attractions. As night falls, a late-night swim will be available at the pool, allowing spectators to enjoy the fireworks display from a unique vantage point. The pool concession stand will be open all day to cater to swimmers. The grand finale of the day will be the largest fireworks show in Flora’s history, commencing at dusk. Volunteers stationed at park entrances will be collecting donations to support next year’s fireworks.