As everyone knows, the Fourth of July was a complete "washout,” hence the Boothbay Civic Association postponed its celebration to July 5.

On the morning of July 5,we were blessed with several members of the Boothbay Region Community Band, who braved the weather and came to play for the opening of our festivities. Their music was uplifting and greatly enjoyed.

The welcoming address was given by Bruce MacDonald, our local state representative.

Several musicians who were scheduled to appear had other commitments on the change of date, but Arthur Webster, a well-known local musician and loyal contributor of his talents for many years, entertained with his great music. Rep. Bruce MacDonald performed "off stage" with some good fiddling on his violin.

Our thanks to the following for their donations of goods and services for this event: The Center Cafe; the Boothbay Craft Brewery: Hannaford Supermarket; Mill Cove
Lobster Pound, for ice, and York Fischer for delivery of ice; Hammond Lumber Co.; Yellowfront Grocery; Pepsi Bottling Co; Boothbay Fire Department, town of Boothbay; Lincoln County Sheriff's Department; Boothbay Register; Wayne Closson and Giles Rubbish.

We are grateful to all those who worked on the chicken barbecue and also the hot dog concession workers: Estelle Appel, John Bertelot Ashley Poland and Andy Goode. Thanks to the great cooks who donated desserts, and our loyal helpers who did the setting up and the cleanup.

Special appreciation to the Lester Spear family and friends who organized and provided games for the children, and who have done so for several years.

Our thanks to Vickie Huskins for a great job organizing the Arts and Crafts Show. And lastly, we thank all the folks who came out to enjoy the Fourth on the Fifth. Your support was terrific!