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Candy Cane Christmas enjoyed all weekend

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Winter’s chill and damp blew in this weekend, but it didn’t dampen the Christmas spirit as Bowie hosted the holiday with the 33rd annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Festival.
From strollers on Friday night to pancakes with Santa Saturday, there was family fun for all.
Festival weekend opened with the Candy Cane Sip & Stroll with Me event Friday evening with 29 participants merchants welcome strollers into their shops for drinks, munchies and shopping. Lots of folks got a good start on their holiday gift shopping.
Saturday morning opened with the popular Pancakes with Santa hosted by the fire department and Elf’N Magic hosted by the Bowie Methodist Church at the Bowie Library.
More than 400 people enjoyed the fresh made pancakes, sausage and hot chocolate served up by the firefighters and the ladies auxiliary. Kids could color pictures or finish up their letter to Santa, before delivering it by hand to the Big Guy in Red.

Read the full story with all the events and winners in the mid-week Bowie News.

(Top) St Jerome Catholic Church won the sweepstakes award for its Candy Cane Rocket Ship. (courtesy photo)

Colorful floats filled the parade.
Pancakes with Santa served up by the Bowie Fire Department and its auxiliary. (Photo by Barbara Green)
All ages enjoyed crafts at Elf’in Magic. (Photo by Barbara Green)
Talking over here list with the Big Guy. (Photo by Barbara Green)

Enjoy lots more photos from the festival in the mid-week Bowie News and your next weekend edition.

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Nocona American Legion Post hosting Family Fun Day

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Members of the American Legion Post in Nocona are planning a free Family Fun Day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 27 at the post home at 801 W. U.S. Highway 82.
Bring the entire family out to enjoy a bounce house, dunk tank, dart throw, temporary tattoos, balloon toss, plus hot dogs and hamburgers. Kiddos will need an adult with them.
Donations are always welcome, sponsored by American Legion, American Legion Auxiliary and Sons of the American Legion.

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Remember to discharge fireworks in legal, safe locations

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Fire officials remind residents that fireworks cannot be set off within the city limits of the county’s three incorporated cities of Bowie, Nocona and Saint Jo and violations could lead to a citiation for a Class C misdemeanor carrying a fine of up to $500.
The sale of fireworks runs through midnight on July 4. Fireworks may be discharged out in the country, but be cautious of their use to avoid any wildfire or injury.
In the Bowie area, fireworks may only be legally discharged at Selma Park on Lake Amon G. Carter on July 3 and July 4. Discharge at other times or locations may result in a ticket from city police who patrol the park.
While there is no burn ban on at this time, those using fireworks are urged to exercise caution due to possible wildfires fueled by the dry, windy conditions. Keep water available nearby when using fireworks.
High heat and wind also can create dangerous conditions for fireworks so please exert caution. Those who cause a wildfire can be held liable for any damage or injury.

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Dinosaur traveling museum to visit Bowie

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Are you ready to walk among the giants of the prehistoric world?
Bring the whole family to the Bowie Community Center from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on July 7 for a spectacular, free traveling museum experience.
In this prehistoric museum event get up close with massive dinosaur skulls, incredible fossil replicas, and ancient prehistoric fish and mammals from all over the globe. Hosted by the Friends of the Bowie Public Library, this hands-on exhibit is perfect for future paleontologists of all ages.
The center is located at 413 Pelham Street in Bowie and is completely free and open to the public.This program is made possible in part by a grant from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and The Friends of the Bowie Public Library.
Don’t miss this chance to experience the wonders of earth’s history. For more details on the exhibit, visit Dinosaur George Traveling Museum.

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