Having A Blast !

Holiday plans set in local communities By ASHLEY PADDOCK OBSERVER Staff Writer

7/1/2006 - A number of Fourth of July celebrations are planned, with some already being under way. Here is a listing of some of the events happening in our area.

Dunkirk — Celebrate the Fourth along the Lake Erie shoreline near the city pier Tuesday with food, games and a fireworks display at dusk.

Findley Lake — Celebrate the Fourth of July Tuesday at the lake with the annual “Duck Race,” Fire Hall Chicken barbecue, boat tours along the lake and a boat parade at 2 p.m. Flares will be lit around the lake at dusk, with a fireworks display to follow. For more information call 769-7204.

Jamestown — Watch the Jamestown Jammers as they take on the State College Spikes at Diethrick Park, Falconer Street, Jamestown. After the game, stay for the Budweiser Independence Day Fireworks Extravaganza. An admission fee will be charged. For more information visit the website at http://www.jamestownjammers.com/ •

Maple Springs — View the 3-D “Midway Memories” fireworks display at dusk sponsored by Perry’s Ice Cream. Special viewing glasses will be sold to benefit the Chautauqua County Special Olympics. There will also be special ride sessions throughout the day. Call 386-3165 for more information.•

Mayville — Join the County Seat in celebrating the Fourth on Tuesday with a “Stars and Stripes Forever” theme. Festivities will begin at 10 a.m. with a parade down main street, followed by activities in the park, including live music, a petting zoo, displays, food, kiddy rides, carnival games and a water play area. A giant fireworks display presented by “Skylighters” will conclude the event at 10 p.m. Bring blankets and lawn chairs to sit on. •

Ripley — Join the Ripley Firemen in festivities including live music, food vendors and a demolition derby at 4:30 p.m. today. A fireworks display will be held at 10 p.m. For more information call 736-6881.•

Silver Creek — A Lights Over the Lake fireworks display will take place at dusk Sunday, with a DJ and festivities in George Borrello Park. Bring lawn chairs and blankets to sit on. If needed, a rain date of July 5 has been set.

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