Proud to be an American
Event map |
| 8:00 am |
10K Run & Firecracker Mile more info
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| 12:30 pm |
Independence Day Parade more info
Hosted by the United Patriotic Bodies of
Fargo-Moorhead
Begins at 12:30 at 4th Avenue and 11th Street South, then proceeds
to campus along 11th Street, turning on 9th Avenue going east, then
to the Opening Ceremonies at the campus flag pole. No registration
necessary, contact Larry Nicholson at 477-4604 for more information.
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| 1:00 pm |
Opening Ceremonies by Livingston Lord Library more info
Hosted by Former MSUM President Dr. Roland Barden will pass the
"torch" to new MSUM President Edna Szymanski; music by Lake Agassiz
Concert Band; and flag raising by Moorhead American Legion Post 21
color guard.
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| 1:00 pm |
Lake Agassiz Concert Band |
| 1:30 pm |
Decorated Bike Parade more info
Begins at main flag pole--bring your decorated bikes, trikes,
wagons, strollers--first 180 participating children receive a treat
bag. Hostess: MSUM President Edna Szymanski.
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| 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
"Proud to be an American" and Liberty Bell Replica Display -- Roland
Dill Center for the Artsmore info
State of Minnesota's Sesquicentennial Celebration in 2008--Cake and
beverages in the CA foyer (while supply lasts)
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| 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm |
Various Stage Entertainment, Large
Equipment and Emergency Response Vehicle display, and Food and Fun
for Everyone more info
An "afternoon in the park" atmosphere, with shade and
relaxation--ice cream, hot dogs, chips, nachos, apples with caramel,
pickles on a stick, lemonade, cookies, pop and popcorn, snacks and
beverages; food court with various hot and cold items; rides and
games including Dragon Express Train, Barrel Train, stagecoach and
covered wagon rides, climbing wall, tabletop golf
and much more.
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| 2:00 pm |
"High School Musical" presented by Moorhead High School Theatre |
| 3:00 pm |
Orlan Ukrainian Folk Ensemble from Winnipeg (With performances from
The Ploughboys) |
| 4:00 pm |
Johnson Family Band |
| 1:15, 2:15, 3:15 and 4:15 pm |
Cartoons more info
Shown in Weld Hall Auditorium, nominal fee or tickets taken at the
door.
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Planetarium Shows
more info
Sorry, there will be NO shows due to the remodeling project this
summer.
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| 7:30 pm |
Evening Stage Entertainment begins at Nemzek Stadium more info
Evening Schedule at Nemzek Field:
7:00 to 10:30—Snacks and beverages provide by the MSUM Women’s
Basketball Team under the guidance of Kelly (Martin) Anderson—all
proceeds go to Athletics. Concession stands are located inside the
building—northeast entrance, at the south end of the stadium
seating, and from a portable trailer at the north end of the
bleachers. Patriotic glow necklaces are on sale from identifiable
MSUM volunteers canvassing the grounds, and at the Concessions
stands. Additional food vending is available on 17th Street—west of
Nemzek Stadium. 7:30 pm – Lake Agassiz Concert Band
8:30 pm – Avalanche
9:30 pm - "Proud to be an American" Programm
9:45 pm - Avalanche resumes
10:30 pm—Fireworks Display
"Proud to be an American" Program - 9:30 pm
Colors are presented by the American Legion Post 21 Color Guard
under direction of Frank Anderson.
Thank you
-to the Lake Agassiz Concert Band and the Avalanche for their
entertainment this evening
-to Bob Schieffer for coordinating the entertainment and evening
program
-to the American Legion Post 21 Color Guard for their presenting of
the colors
-to RES Specialty Pyrotechnics, Belle Plaine, MN, and their lead
technician Warren O'Day, for tonight's fireworks display.
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| Dusk (approx. 10:30 pm) |
Fireworks Display more info
One of the biggest fireworks shows ever.
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