First Friday plans for the rest of '07 announced

Barry Cassidy wrote in to the Phoenix to give a preview of the next several First Friday celebrations. Highlights include:

October

Fireman's Day which will feature fire trucks and equipment for the public to view.

Music by the Reluctants, Dave Fiorenza/Wayne Dowling, and Phil Covelli.

Barry Cassidy’s birthday celebration with birthday cake and refreshments as well as shots of mescal at the Main Street office.

November

Day of the Dead celebration featuring the music of Hydrogen Jukebox Band.

In addition to music, entertainment will be provided by sword swallowers, fire spinners, fire-eaters and other sideshow type acts.

November 30th (Note: Not a First Friday)

Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting

For more information including additional details about each of the above events, see the article in last week's Phoenix.

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