“Heart of Farm Country”, is the theme for this year’s 4th of July parade organized by the Mt Angel Chamber of Commerce.
At 11 a.m. the parade begins at Kennedy High School on E. Marquam Street, then winds down Birch to Taylor to Garfield, finishing at the Weingarten building. Norm Zollner, will be the MC, introducing entries and winners. Several downtown businesses will be open, so visitors can shop or dine. Those interested in participating in the parade can pick up a form at Chic Skape or US Bank in Mt Angel or by email at [email protected].
The day ends in the athletic fields between Mt. Angel Middle School and JFK High School. Marion County Citizens’ Band performs at 8:30 p.m., fireworks at 10 p.m. Bring blankets and lawn chairs. Mt. Angel Knights of Columbus will be selling sausage and strawberries and ice cream out of the concession stand between the schools. Fireworks are made possible by a donation from Roth’s Fresh Markets as well as community donations. The Mt Angel Fire Department volunteers stage the fireworks.
