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Joaquin 100th celebration features parade Saturday morning at 10

What's a celebration without a parade? To kick off Saturday's Joaquin Centennial, a parade will be held at 10 a.m. through downtown Joaquin. Centennial committee chairperson Kathy Baker says there will be vintage wagons and classic cars, among other features.

 

Ms. Baker reminds everyone about the free gospel concert at 6 Friday night, which will officially begin the 100th anniversary event. Featured will be The Stanleys, and Trey Wilson. The first clue for the $500 treasure hunt will also be given at the concert.

 

Saturday's schedule will include vendor booths, a Jaws of Life Demonstration and BBQ brisket plate sale by the Joaquin Fire Dept. at 11, in addition to games for the kids, local singers performing from 12 to 2, as well as recognitions and awards at 1 p.m. A cake walk at 3 p.m. and the celebration will move to the Logansport Riverfront at 7 p.m. for a free concert from Sherry Lee, and the group Windstorm. The Centennial fireworks show is slated for at 9 p.m. For more information on the City of Joaquin's 100th anniversary, contact city office at 936-269-3021.

 

By the way, centennial T-shirts are $12 each, the caps are $10 and Centennial cookbooks are also $10, and they're available now at City Hall and will be available for purchase at the celebration. 

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