Time is creeping up for Allen’s turn to celebrate our Freedom as we enjoy their sixth of July festivities We will start the day with our parade at 5:00 Parade entries will be judged for cash prizes

• Kids - bikes - poewr wheels - scooters, etc

• Cars/trucks - sideby- sides • 4 wheelers • golf carts - animals Waterslide open 5:30 at the park. The Chickasaw Nation is sponsoring the Waterslide. The Pool will open at 6:00.

Hot dog and drink free dinner starts at 6 Mr &Ms Independence Day (best dressed) 7 pm basketball court cash prizes After that contest the games will start at the tennis court, Hula Hoop contest, sack races, 3 legged races, egg races, turtle races.

RCB band will be performing .

Wrap up at park and move to softball field 9:15ish for the fireworks which will happen around 9:30-9:45.

All events, pool, waterslide and hot dog meal are FREE There will be a sno cone truck there to purchase a dessert. Other vendors may be added as the day approaches.

REMEMBER it is going to be hot bring a chair and something extra to drink

As the heat wave continues this week please remember the Allen Library can be used as a cooling station. Plenty of cool air, books, computers, games, any think to keep you occupied. Library hours are 12-6 Monday - Thursday; Fridays 11 to 5.