14A Polk County Itemizer-Observer • July 1, 2015 Polk County News Fourth: Celebrations promise to be fun, safe Continued from 1A Because of the large crowds, the park will be closed to boats, kayakers, and canoers on Friday and Satur- day during Western Day Fes- tivities. But don’t forget to cross the S-curves to Monmouth, where the Community Art Show gives local artists a chance to flaunt their work with others. Bounce houses, music and a beer and wine garden also grace Main Street Park on Friday and Saturday. On the big day, start off with breakfast at the Polk County Fire District No. 1 Station 90. And then? The choices really are vast. Dallas, Monmouth and In- dependence all have fabulous choices of activities on Satur- day, and it may be possible to see almost everything. The Mini-Marathon, Chil- dren’s Parade, Car Show and Monmouth-Independence Rotary Club’s Grand Parade kick off in Monmouth at Western Oregon University and go past Main Street Park. Where the grand parade and mini-marathon end is where the party begins again in Riverview Park. Admis- sion is $1 for the Fourth of July. Proceeds pay for the fireworks. Over in Dallas, barbecues have been heating up at Dallas City Park for hours al- ready for the BBQ Throw- down competition, which begins at 11 a.m. Fifteen teams take pride in their rubs, meats and cooking techniques to create mouthwatering selections. Taste them for yourself 2015 Relay for Life of Polk County How Do You Thank A Hero? With every passing year of Relay For Life, I am more grateful to the incredible support this event receives from its sponsors and more thankful to live in the Polk County community where generosity seems to know no bounds. Over $30,000 was raised through sponsorship this year, coming from either cash contributions or goods and services necessary to host an event this size. For the first time, all ten tents, all 50 8-foot tables, and all 100 folding chairs were donated rather than rented. Garbage/recycling service, porta-potties, bottled water ~ all do- nated and all contributing to a very successful Relay. And can you imagine the impact the $20,000 in cash dona- tions will have on cancer research and patient services! Our sponsors are far more than donors ~ they’re heroes in the fight against cancer. Please take time to thank them for their determination to find a cure. • West Valley Hospital • West Valley Physicians & Surgeons Clinic/Dr. John Hadley • Polk County Itemizer-Observer • The Majestic • Rabbit’s • Bollman Funeral Home • Dallas Retirement Village • Dutch Bros. Coffee • Eola Hills Wine Cellars • First Community Credit Union • Hancock Forest Management • South View Medical Arts • Dallas Fire Department • James W. 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