COUNTY LIFE
Second Monday’s 125th anniversary party draws big crowds
Bowie’s Second Monday Trade Days celebrated its 125th anniversary with a two-day party this past weekend. Throughout Saturday there was live music, food, games, western gunfighters, dunking booth, games for the kids and many other activities. See lots more photos in the mid-week News.
Party guests purchased tickets to win a quilt specially made for the Second Monday Anniversary. (photo by Barbara Green)
One of the program highlights was the unveiling of a Texas Historical Marker for Pelham Park. Descendants of John James Carter and Charlotte Carter helped unveil the Texas Historical marker for Pelham Park during the 125th Second Monday party. The Carters originally let the Confederate camp meet on the land and later sold it with park restrictions. (Left) Jane Young Reddick, Ada, OK, Milta Carter, Janet Young Clement and Joan Moore Scruggs, who all live in Bowie. (Right) Barbara Winingham of the Amity Club, which obtained the marker, also took part in the unveiling.
The historical marker is unveiled. (Photo by Dani Blackburn0
Present for the Bowie Community Development proclamation for National Travel and Tourism Week May 3-9 made by Mayor Gaylynn Burris were volunteers and staff: Matthew Hunt, Cindy Roller, Brittany Barnes, Sylvia Henning, Mildred McCraw, and Joe Barnhill. Community Development focus is on beautification and tourism for the City of Bowie. The group focuses on tourism through its many festival and events, welcoming people to the community. (News photo by Barbara Green)
Make plans to attend the 6th Annual May Day Mental Health Awareness Arts Festival from noon to 4 p.m. on May 9 at Pelham Park.
This event is free and open to the public presented by interested local residents and Texas Community Counseling. It will feature mental health related resource tables, veteran’s support information, peer support and other activities.
The afternoon will feature an open mic for any artist, live art, kid’s activities, bake sale, silent auction and a brown bag drawing. All proceeds will benefit Texas Community Counseling.
Meredith Earp was presented with a proclamation honoring her accomplishments as she graduates as valedictorian of Victory Christian Academy and attends the United States Air Force Academy. She received an appointment to all three major service academies. She is the daughter of Brandon and Trisha Earp. Mayor Gaylynn Burris made the presentation at last week’s council meeting. (News photo by Barbara Green)
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