July 4th Celebration

It's time to get ready for this year's July 4th parade! Decorate your parade float, golf cart, bicycle, outfits and join the parade – no need to register, just line up at 5:15pm at the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church parking lot. Prizes will be awarded for the best decorated entries! Music and vendors will be at David Braun Park from 6:00pm to 9:00pm.

We would also like to invite all resident Nassau Bay veterans to ride in our annual July 4th parade. For veterans that are unable to provide your own transportation during the parade, please contact Stacey Amdur by email at staceyamdur@gmail.com. The parade line-up will begin at 5:15pm in the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church parking lot (18220 Upper Bay Rd) on Thursday, July 4th.

Volunteers are needed! Please visit the City's website to sign up to volunteer: www.nassaubay.com/specialevents. Let us know if you can offer a golf cart and/or drive a veteran during the parade. Contact Stacey Amdur (information above) or Kathy Prior by email at kathywhite1975@yahoo.com or by phone at 817- 845-9654, if you are interested in supporting or for more details.

* Thursday, July 4th Events & Activities *

Water Wars @ Noon to 2:00pm: Get your water guns and water hoses ready to soak your neighbors in this fun event. You do not have to register to participate in Water Wars! However, all you need to do is display a stars and stripes bandana on yourself, wagon or cart. You can pick up your free bandanas at 18639 Prince William Ln., from 9:00am to 10:00am on July 3rd or 4th. Please be sure to look out for prominently displayed bandanas while participating in this fun event! Note – water balloons, cars, and trucks are NOT allowed.

Parade Lineup @ 5:15pm: Lineup begins in the Gloria Dei Lutheran Church parking lot (18220 Upper Bay Road). No need to register, just check in with event volunteers on-site.

Parade Starts @ 6:00pm: Parade begins at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church and goes down San Sebastian to Point Lookout to Kingstree to Martinique to David Braun Park at Lake Nassau.

Pie Contest @ 6:15pm: This year's contest will be open to any pie – peach, pumpkin, coconut, or any pie your heart desires! Prizes will be given to Best Overall, Best Taste, and Best Presentation. You must register in advance. No cost to participate. Please register online. The registration link can be found at www.nassaubay.com/specialevents.

Fireworks @ 9:00pm Learn more at www.nassaubay.com/specialevents. Learn more about the event at the special event link above. Please also use this link to volunteer. The Special Events Committee needs volunteers!!