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2008 Vernon Community Festival, Vernon, CT : On Saturday, June 14th, (aka Flag Day) residents from Vernon and surrounding towns came together to enjoy a variety of activities. From 1800's-style baseball games to inflatable attractions for the kids to skydivers to a landing by a Black Hawk helicopter and more, there was something to please everyone who attended. It was the goal of the Vernon Bicentennial Committee to bring back the sense of community and togetherness that was so prevalent in years past. I'd say they succeeded, judging by the many happy faces I witnessed.

2008 Vernon Community Festival, Vernon, CT

On Saturday, June 14th, (aka Flag Day) residents from Vernon and surrounding towns came together to enjoy a variety of activities. From 1800's-style baseball games to inflatable attractions for the kids to skydivers to a landing by a Black Hawk helicopter and more, there was something to please everyone who attended. It was the goal of th ...

Updated: Jun 19, 2008 5:37am PST

2008 National Night Out, Rockville, CT : On the evening of August 5, 2008, thousands from Rockville, Vernon and surrounding communities got together for the National Night Out. Nationwide, this was the 25th anniversary of National Night Out. Hosted by the Rockville Community Alliance, the event took place in downtown Rockville's Talcott Park. Numerous attractions geared towards children highlighted the event, such as: face painting, bouncy attractions, basketball, bowling, and even McGruff the Crime Prevention Dog. Various community organizations and businesses were present also, with helpful information and flyers. The band 95 South entertained the masses wih some great live music. For making all this happen, special thanks go to the Vernon Police Department, Vernon Parks and Recreation Department, Vernon Public Works Department, and Mayor Jason McCoy's Office.

2008 National Night Out, Rockville, CT

On the evening of August 5, 2008, thousands from Rockville, Vernon and surrounding communities got together for the National Night Out. Nationwide, this was the 25th anniversary of National Night Out. Hosted by the Rockville Community Alliance, the event took place in downtown Rockville's Talcott Park. Numerous attractions geared towards ...

Updated: Sep 12, 2008 7:57pm PST

2008 Rubber Ducky Race, Vernon, CT : The 1st Annual Rubber Ducky in Vernon was a great success and raised a substantial amount of money for the Linos Club and Vernon's Bicentennial Fund. Several organizations were there, including Fidelco with seeing-eye dogs in training, Hidden Dragon Karate, and Rita's Ice. At 3:00, approximately 1000 rubber ducks were dropped in the Hockanum River just behind CT Golf Land & Go Carts. After a thrilling ride of 2 minutes and 40 seconds, the lead duck floated through the gate, earning the winner $1000.

2008 Rubber Ducky Race, Vernon, CT

The 1st Annual Rubber Ducky in Vernon was a great success and raised a substantial amount of money for the Linos Club and Vernon's Bicentennial Fund. Several organizations were there, including Fidelco with seeing-eye dogs in training, Hidden Dragon Karate, and Rita's Ice. At 3:00, approximately 1000 rubber ducks were dropped in the Hocka ...

Updated: Sep 17, 2008 11:27pm PST

2008 Rockville Rocks : Featuring appearances by Miss Connecticut, Ashley Glenn, and Connecticut's Outstanding Teen, Rachael Ramonas. Live music provided by 95 South Band and the Nifty Fifties Band. Torchlight Parade capped off the festivities.

2008 Rockville Rocks

Featuring appearances by Miss Connecticut, Ashley Glenn, and Connecticut's Outstanding Teen, Rachael Ramonas. Live music provided by 95 South Band and the Nifty Fifties Band. Torchlight Parade capped off the festivities.

Updated: Nov 22, 2008 1:38pm PST