Happy Birthday, Calvert City! By Cassie Johnson
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in mind. Each event has been planned with safety as the number one priority and extra precautions have been taken. Rest assured, it’s safe to join the fun and you do not want to miss this party!
It would be hard to fit 150 years’ worth of fun into just one weekend. The City has planned a dynamic yearlong celebration that will embrace the city’s roots and focus on the great future ahead.
July 1–4 are jam-packed with fun ways to celebrate. The Sesquicentennial Ball will kick off the events on July 1. From July 2–4, Calvert City Memorial Park will host a carnival and food trucks, as well as arts and crafts.
“150 Calvert City is an opportunity to highlight the community and businesses that are a huge part of our wonderful town,” said Blair Travis, Calvert City’s Director of Marketing, Communications, and Business Development. “Our businesses have collaborated to volunteer, plan events, and so much more.”
Many different live, local bands will perform at the Memorial Park Amphitheater. Nationally-known musicians Rhonda Vincent and The Rage will perform on the evening of July 3. On July 4, there will be an old-fashioned fiddler’s contest, a corn hole tournament, and an ice cream social. At 6pm the City Parade will take over 5th Avenue, and the
t the north end of Kentucky Lake in Marshall County is the unique town of Calvert City. It’s got a big birthday coming up and now’s the time to plan your visit. With 150 events and a special weekend-long celebration, Calvert City celebrates its founding 150 years ago!
Sesquicentennial Ball, Carnival & a Parade!
“We’re celebrating the sesquicentennial throughout 2021 with 150 events and projects. They will be the impetus to revitalize Calvert City and improve it for all residents. From planting trees to highlighting our local businesses, 150 Calvert City’s message sparks civic engagement and pride.” Organizing 150 events to celebrate 150 years requires support from everyone. Due to the pandemic, many of the events are virtual and online. Activities such as free yoga in the park, history projects, a local author book reading, a free fishing day, a city-wide yard sale, and window gardening classes have filled the city’s calendar from February through the end of the year. Throughout 2021 businesses and organizations are being encouraged to use their creativity and host events with community involvement
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