COUNTY LIFE
Saint Jo VFD announces fireworks’ show sponsor packages
The Saint Jo Volunteer Fire Department, which presents one of the largest fireworks celebrations in the area each July 4, has released information on new sponsorship levels. However, it is emphasized all donations to support this community event are welcome and encouraged.
Blue sponsorship at $100 – the donor will receive two free meals, two free snow cones and name announced as a sponsor throughout the day.
White sponsorship at $250 – the donor will receive four free meals, four free snow cones, four posters with your name at high traffic area and name announced as a sponsor throughout the day.
Red sponsorship at $500 – The donor receives six free meals, six free snow cones, six posters with their name at high traffic areas, name announced as a sponsor throughout the day and business card, if available, handed out with each meal.
Those with questions may contact Britney Thomas at 903-870-8338.
The Saint Jo Community Fireworks show takes place in Boggess Park each July 4 with a full slated of activities throughout the afternoon and evening, climaxed by the fireworks show.
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Bowie Public Library’s Summer Reading program continues on July 16 with the Olympics.
It will be all about the upcoming Summer Olympics with outdoor games at the soccer field. Summer reading wraps up with the popular Creature Teacher on July 23 who brings lots of animals to the kids to see up close.
Any questions about summer reading can be directed to the library staff by calling 872-2681 or follow their Facebook page.
Summer reading is open to children ages 0-12. Keep a summer reading log and earn a book.
Top photo – This past Tuesday, the library staff visits with Smokey the Bear and a member of the Forest Service at summer reading. (Photo by Barbara Green)
Nocona Library’s Summer Reading program continues at 10 a.m. on July 17 at the Justin Building at 100 Clay Street.
The program will be space adventures and include a demonstration of a drone. Make plans to attend.
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