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Christmas shopping yet?
All of a sudden, the "new year" of 2012 is halfway over. I know its kinda cliched but, wow, that was fast. Feeling somewhat philosophical upon the occasion, I was motivated to fill the following sentence with various options.
"The Fourth of July coming up next week, this can only mean ...  1. ... it's time for our annual Independence Day celebration and we certainly hope to see you at our traditional Red, White and Blue Independence Day Celebration on July 3 at the Historical Park.
2. ... we're amazed that it was still raining as recently as a week ago. However, don't be fooled, the dog days of Texas summer still lay ahead of us (remember last year?).
3. ... right this moment, someone in a back storage room at a Cracker Barrel is breaking out the Christmas decorations.
4. ... it is actually time for Independence Day in a number of places like Algeria (July 5), Argentina (July 9), the Bahamas (July 10), Colombia (July 20), Belgium (July 21), but we're only celebrating US.
5. ... it is National Ice Cream month.
Bottom line, however you choose to celebrate, have a happy and safe Fourth of July from everyone here at the City of Farmers Branch.
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FARMERS BRANCH ~ The Farmers Branch Historical Park will again be alive with red, white and blue as the annual Independence Day festivities are set for Tuesday, July 3.
Gates open at 6:30 p.m. with a concert by TOP beginning at 8. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and blankets for general admission seating. In addition, Historical buildings will be open and available for tours.
Fireworks will complete the evening at about 9:30 p.m. Admission is free.
The Farmers Branch Historical Park is located at 2540 Farmers Branch Lane, between Denton Drive and Ford Road and a short walk from the Farmers Branch DART light rail station. Call 972.919.2620. |
FARMERS BRANCH ~ The Farmers Branch Senior Center is accepting a $350 deposit to hold a spot for this 9 day cruise down the Mississippi. This Upper Mississippi Cruise, on the Great American Steamboat Company Paddlewheel, will begin its journey in St. Paul, Minnesota on September 21 and wind down the mighty Mississippi before reaching its final destination of St. Louis, Missouri. The cruise and associated onshore tours focus on the fall foliage that should be in abundance during this scheduled event. The steamboat will traverse the Upper Mississippi, Ohio, Cumberland and Tennessee rivers with frequent stops where seniors can also enjoy shore excursions, guided tours from guest naturalists, and strolls through fascinating river towns.
Cruise prices range from $2,500 per person, double occupancy, depending on the stateroom selected. Airfare is not included and is currently estimated at $400. For more information contact Rotha Crump at 972.919.8743. |
Employee: Andy Davis Position: Firefighter/Paramedic
Department: Fire Department
Years of Service: 13 years
Background: I was named Firefighter of the Year in 2010, and I am a member of the Farmers Branch Firefighter Combat Challenge Team. I live in Nocona and enjoy family time with my wife, Emily and daughter, Paige.
What I love most about working for the City: I love working for the Farmers Branch Fire Department. We are a huge family where everyone pulls together to get the job done.
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Red, white & blue
The Farmers Branch Historical Park will be replete with red, white and blue for the annual Independence Day celebration, coming July 3. |
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City offices to close for July 4 holiday
FARMERS BRANCH ~ Most City of Farmers Branch offices and facilities will be closed on  Wednesday, July 4 in observance of the Independence Day holiday. The only exceptions will be the Farmers Branch Community Recreation Center and Historical Park, both open from 8 a.m. until 5 p.m. The Don Showman Pool will be open from 1 until 7 p.m. There will be no garbage collection that day.
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Now through July 26
Summer Reading Club @ Manske Library July 3 Independence Day Celebration @ Farmers Branch Historical Park,gates open at 6:30 p.m.
July 4
Independence Day Holiday
City offices closed. No garbage collection. Historical Park & Rec Center open 8 to 5.
July 17
City Council Meeting @ City Hall, 6 p.m. Only scheduled meeting in July.
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 Fire Grilled
Grills will be fired up all over the community for the Fourth of July holiday coming up next week.
Photo by Tom Bryson |
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About the City of Farmers Branch
Located on the northwest border of the City of Dallas, Farmers Branch is a vibrant and vital community with a residential population of 28,800 but a daytime population of 66,000. The City's 28 parks and lush greenbelts feature nationally-acclaimed, award-winning soccer fields, football facilities as well as baseball and softball complexes. The Farmers Branch Historical Park allows residents to step back in time and the John F. Burke Nature Preserve offers the opportunity to experience a real, 104-acre wilderness in the middle of one of the busiest metro areas of the world. The City's location in the geographical center of the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, only 15 minutes away from both DFW International Airport and Dallas Love Field, make Farmers Branch an ideal location for residents and for business. For more information about Farmers Branch, visit www.farmersbranch.info or call 972.919.2515.
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