Americana President, Jon Wesney, Invites You to the 2014 Festival

Americana President, Jon Wesney, Invites You to the 2014 Festival
As president of this year’s Americana Committee, I would like to extend my
personal invitation in celebrating our country’s Independence Day by
participating in this year’s Americana Festival. In 2014, we are celebrating
our 41st anniversary. As in years past, we will have plenty of food, arts,
crafts, music, fireworks, games for the kids and, of course, one of the best
parades in the Dayton area.
In addition to all the exciting activities, the Americana Committee is proud
to recognize this year’s Grand Marshall, Dick Gard. Mr. Gard is a highly decorated veteran
of both World War II and the Korean War. It is an honor to recognize a veteran like Mr.
Gard during the festival.
AS THIS YEAR’S PRESIDENT, I ENCOURAGE YOU TO INVITE FAMILY AND FRIENDS TO
JOIN US IN CELEBRATING THIS YEAR’S AMERICANA FESTIVAL!
Jon T. Wesney
Americana Festival President
THURSDAY JULY 3rd:
Flag Ceremony – 7:00 pm
Stubbs Park on West Spring Valley Road
Americana Holiday Concert – Wednesday, July 3rd – 7:00 pm (Following Flag Ceremony)
Stubbs Park on West Spring Valley Road.
FRIDAY JULY 4th:
5K Run – 7:30 a.m.
Centerville High School Stadium on East Franklin Street.
Americana Parade! 10 am
Begins at Centerville High School, on East Franklin Street and ends at Cline Elementary on
Virginia Avenue.
Town Hall Theatre Celebrates - Live family entertainment on stage and a great opportunity
to “sneak-a-peek” at the inside of this community landmark.
On the Town Hall Stage…
Juggling, Magic & Vaudeville – noon, 1:30 p.m., 3 p.m.
By Derek Dye
Season Preview Show – 12:45 p.m., 2:15 p.m., 3:45 p.m.
By Town Hall Theatre Young Performers
Street Fair 9:30 am - 5 pm
North Main Street, from Franklin Street north into Benham’s Grove, East on Iron Gate Park
Drive and at the Park district Activity Center. Arts and crafts, food and much, much more.
Entertainment - 11am - 4 pm
Staged and strolling entertainment throughout Street Fair,
Benham’s Grove and the Activity Center.
Antique, Classic, Custom Car and Truck Show 11 am - 4 pm
North Main Street in Centerville and in Marion’s Piazza parking lot.
Children’s Activities 11am - 4 pm
Activity Center Park
Food and activities designed for the kids!
THE GRAND FINALE
Best Seats in the House open at 6pm
Musical Entertainment throughout the evening
Fireworks by the Famous Rozzi Family at 10:00 pm – Synchronized to Fly 92.9
Centerville High School football stadium - Free Event
2014 Americana Festival Entertainment Schedule
ACTIVITY CENTER
Karaoke and Dance Party with the Entertainment Factory
STAGE 2—near shelter
Clowns making balloon sculptures
CAR SHOW
Cotton Band
BENHAM’S GROVE
North Entrance Area
Sherman Camp #93, Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War display
Coffee House Stage
12:00
SteppnBack
1:30
Megan Osman
3:00
Raggedy Edge
Strolling Performers’ Stage
12:00
Muleskinners Band
12:30
Ohio River Minstrels
1:00
Vicki Youngman Trio
1:30
Jugglers
CENTERVILLE SERVICE STATION
11:30 – 1:30
All Jacked Up
2:00 – 4:00
The Rejects
ROUTSONG FUNERAL HOME
11:30 – 1:30
Soul Express
2:00 – 3:00
Hauer Combo
3:00 - 5:00
Hauer Swing Band
MAIN & FRANKLIN
11:30 – 12:30 Dixielanders Band
STROLLING ENTERTAINMENT—throughout the Festival
Muleskinners Band
Phil Ragno, strolling accordion
Ohio River Minstrels
Vicki Youngman Trio
Jugglers
FIREWORKS ENTERTAINMENT
At CHS Stadium—live remote and music for fireworks provided by FLY 92.9
8:30 p.m.
Curious Animals band
10:00 p.m.
FIREWORKS!
Americana Festival Street Fair is a Shopping Extravaganza
Every year crafters from far and near bring
their handmade items to Centerville on the
4th of July. The Americana Arts and Crafts
Festival lines North Main Street from
Franklin Street north, on to Irongate Park
Drive, and spilling over into Benham’s Grove
with something for everyone. More than 300
exhibitors
will
offer
crafts,
food,
entertainment and fun for all ages!
Visitors to the Americana Festival can stroll
the booths on Thursday, July 4th from 9:30am
until 5:00pm and browse wares from all over Ohio, as well as Kentucky, Indiana,
Michigan, New York, Florida, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, North Carolina, Georgia
and Tennessee. The selection will include country and wood crafts, dolls and stuffed
animals, handcrafted jewelry, pottery, floral
designs, stitchery, wooden toys, doll clothes,
garden arts and accessories, handmade
clothing, patriotic items, photography,
sports items and other fine artistry. Several
booths will feature temporary tattoos and
face painting, which are always a favorite
for the children.
Festival goers will also discover homemade
jellies, salsas, dip mixes, rubs, honey, fudge
and other delectable sweets. Soaps, lotions, cutlery, collectibles, and many recycled
products will be featured. A dwarf Nigerian goat will accompany a vendor to delight
the visitors in Benham’s Grove.
For the past ten years, a committee of three have walked the Americana Festival
street fair to find the most attractively set-up exhibits. The judging is on the
outward appearance only, not the product being sold.
Three winners are
selected and each will receive a
framed certificate and complimentary
booth space for the following year.
Each year the Americana Festival
Street Fair also recognizes crafters
and groups who have participated for
ten years with a certificate of
appreciation and a complimentary
space for the next year.
A Note from Centerville Mayor, Mark Kingseed
I'm happy to welcome everyone to a Star Spangled Fourth
Of July!
Every American reacts with emotion when he or she sees
our nation's flag passing by. We all understand what the
flag signifies-freedom, individual liberty, and selfgovernment. No one who has lived through all or part of the
last 70 years can fail to recognize that the flag also signifies
sacrifice- sacrifice of those in the armed forces and the
sacrifice of those who stayed at home. And so as we
celebrate another glorious Fourth of July, let's remember what the flag really
means. The Stars and Stripes are beautiful to see, but it is even more beautiful
when one contemplates what it stands for and what it symbolizes .
Enjoy the wonderful celebration as we demonstrate once again our pride in our
nation and our confidence in the future. God bless America.
Enjoy!
Mark Kingseed,
Mayor, Centerville, Ohio
Flag Ceremony and Patriotic Concert
To Kick Off the 2014 Americana Festival
Join the Americana Festival on the evening of July 3rd as we begin the
festivities for a Star Spangled Fourth with a flag ceremony, presented
by the Color Guard of Centerville Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) Post
9550, immediately before the Holiday Concert at the Community
Amphitheater in Stubbs Park at 7 p.m.
This special, free-to-the-public patriotic concert is sponsored by The
City of Centerville and Centerville Arts Commission. The 2014
Patriotic Concert will feature the Centerville Community Band and
Centerville Community Chorus. Bring a blanket or lawn chairs for
seating and enjoy a truly uplifting evening.
Welcome from Scott Paulson, Washington Township Trustee President
Washington Township is looking forward to celebrating a
“Star-Spangled Fourth” at the Americana Festival! This
year’s “star-spangled” theme captures the energy and
atmosphere of Americana – from the morning 5K run and
parade through the evening’s fireworks.
It takes a large group of truly dedicated individuals to pull
off such a celebratory feat. On behalf of Washington
Township’s elected officials, I’d like to thank each of them
for their efforts.
If you’re one of the 75,000 people who expect to attend
Americana this year, please take some time while you’re there to thank a volunteer
for helping to create a spectacular event that contributes so much to our
community.
Washington Township is proud to support this patriotic observance and to serve as
one of its two diamond sponsors. In addition to financial support, the township
helps with planning and provides a variety of support services – from staging a
talent show and making sure fireworks
are safe to providing EMTs on bikes.
We also provide a central activity area
at Town Hall during the street fair.
Free balloons and patriotic arts and
crafts for kids will be offered outside.
Inside, families can take a break from
the heat to watch live entertainment.
On the Town Hall stage, comic juggler
and magician Derek Dye will entertain
all ages with an eclectic vaudeville
stage routine and Town Hall Theatre’s
performing youth will present a season preview featuring performances by the
program’s talented young performers.
We hope you stop by to enjoy the entertainment and activities. Americana
promises to be packed with star-spangled fun!
Scott Paulson, President
Washington Township Trustees
Town Hall Presents Juggling, Magic and Theater
at the Americana Festival
Town Hall will again serve as a central activity area at
the Americana Festival. The day’s bill features free balloons and patriotic arts and crafts outside for kids, plus
live family entertainment inside.
Live onstage, the theatre welcomes back comic juggler
and magician extraordinaire, Derek Dye who wows audiences young and old with his eclectic vaudeville stage
routine. The entertainer has performed for the New York
Mets, Pittsburgh Pirates and even the White House and
his work has been broadcast on Fox, ESPN and Comedy
Central.
The onstage lineup will include Town Hall Theatre’s performing youth who will
present a season preview show featuring performances by some of the best and
brightest of the program’s talented young performers. The box office will be open
during the Americana Festival featuring early-bird ticket specials for the theatre’s
23nd year.
Operated by the Washington Township Recreation
Center, Town Hall Theatre’s productions are created
especially for young audiences and are performed by
young people and adults. The theatre also offers acting classes and performing arts camps for ages two
and up.
“A fixture in our community for over 105 years,
Washington Township Hall has served so many purposes over the years,” says Mark Metzger, Town Hall
Theatre Manager. “During the Americana Festival be sure to take a break from
the heat to check out this air-conditioned architectural jewel.”
Young Talent Takes Center Stage
Bright young talent will take center stage at the Youth and Teen Talent Show on
Tuesday, July 1, hosted by Washington Township Recreation.
The show starts at 5:30 p.m. at Rec West, 965 Miamisburg-Centerville Rd. The
contest attracts a wide range of talent, including singing, dancing, magic and instrumental performance by participants who are 19 years and younger.
Winners will compete July 30 in the final competition at the Fraze Pavilion in Kettering, hosted by the Miami Valley Recreation Activities Council. The Rec Center’s
contest is one of seven preliminary contests in the Miami Valley.
Americana 5K - A Great Way to Start The Day
The Miami Valley Hospital South & Up and Running 5K Run, hosted by the
Centerville Noon Optimist Club, starts at 7:30 AM on July 4that the Centerville
High School Stadium on East Franklin Street. The run, featuring all age groups
including wheelchairs, follows the Parade Route from Centerville High School,
down Franklin Street past Magsig Middle School and back to the High School,
ending at the Stadium. Electronic timing is utilized.
Pre-registration costs $20 and is available through June 29th. You’ll find the link to
register online at www.americanafestival.org, or you can drop off , or mail, your
registration to Up and Running, 6123 Far Hills Avenue by Dorothy Lane Market.
Mail must be postmarked by June 25. Pre-Registration Packet Pick-Up will
be 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Up and Running, 6123 Far Hills Avenue near Dorothy
Lane Market in Washington Square. The registration fee includes a high quality
moisture-wicking T-shirt to the first 1000 registrants and refreshments will be
provided after the race. Late registration packet pick-up will also be available at
this time. Late registration fee is $30 and will include a T-shirt if still available.
Parking for the race is available at the stadium, which is located behind the high
school. Due to the race and parade set up, Franklin Street will close promptly
at 7am. You will not be allowed through to the high school on Franklin St.
after 7:00am, no exceptions.
New this year: EarthFare will be providing a sunscreen station prior to the race,
and Kroger and FirstWatch will be providing post race refreshments!
Awards will go to the top three overall male and female racers and in each age,
gender and wheelchair category. Prizes will be awarded to the top three overall
male and female racers. The awards ceremony takes place at 8:30am at the CHS
stadium. Awards can also be picked up at the Up and Running Store the following
day. Race results will be posted at www.speedy-feet.com.
Americana Parade Celebrates A Star Spangled Fourth!
The 2014 Americana Festival parade will kick off at 10 am on July 4 th and process
from Centerville High School to Cline Elementary on Virginia Avenue. After a
special Wright Brother’s biplane replica flyover, an exciting array of floats, classic
cars, bands, stilt walkers and other performers will take to East and West
Franklin Street to honor this year’s theme “A Star Spangled Fourth!”
The 2014 Americana Festival Grand Marshal is Mr. Dick Gard, a highly decorated
veteran of World War II and the Korean War. Mr. Gard served in units that saw
some of the fiercest fighting in WWII, in campaigns ranging from Normandy to the
Battle of the Bulge.
The parade is always one of the highlights of the Americana Festival and
spectators have been known to set up their chairs as early as three days in
advance along Franklin Street. This is one Americana tradition you won’t want to
miss!
Street Closures and Parking Information for Residents and Visitors to
the 2014 Americana Festival
Please note that North Main Street and Irongate Drive in Centerville will be closed
to vehicular traffic on Friday, July 4 from 7:00 a.m. till 6:00 p.m., for the
Americana Festival Street Fair and Auto Show. Street vendors, residents, business
owners and employees will not be allowed access after the barricades are in place
from 7:00 am till 9:30 am. East and West Franklin Streets will be closed from 7:00
a.m. till approximately 1 p.m. for the 5K run and parade.
Residents and businesses whose vehicular access to North Main & Franklin
Streets will be blocked and foresee a need, should park their automobiles on a
nearby open street.
Free off-street parking has been generously made available to the public at the
Routsong Funeral Home, West Ridgeway entrance, the Church of the Incarnation,
Williamsburg entrance, the First Church of Christian Scientist on South Main
Street and at the Cross Point Community Church, Maple Street Entrance. Onstreet parking is also available – come early and spend the day!
Highly Decorated WWII and Korean War Veteran
to Serve as Grand Marshal
The 2014 Americana Festival Grand
Marshal is Mr. Dick Gard, a highly
decorated veteran of World War II and
the Korean War. Mr. Gard served in
units that saw some of the fiercest
fighting in WWII, in campaigns ranging
from Normandy to the Battle of the
Bulge.
Mr. Gard was born in 1923 in the Ohio
half of Union City, and his family
ultimately settled in the Dayton area. He
attended Emerson School before joining
the Civilian Conservation Corps and
completing his high school education in
Oregon State. After the war, he earned a
Degree in Engineering from The
University of Dayton attending night
school while employed by NCR.
Mr. Gard met his future wife, Gladys, while roller skating in Dayton. Upon his
completion of Basic Training, Gladys traveled to Louisiana where they were
married prior to his deployment overseas. They just celebrated their 71 st wedding
anniversary on June 12th of this year.
Mr .Gard joined the Army in 1943, completing basic training at Fort Polk,
Louisiana. Appointed Squad Leader out of basic training, Mr. Guard was
promoted to Corporal and assigned to the 44th Armored Infantry Battalion of the
6th Armored Division. Landing in Normandy on D-Day+3, Corporal Gard
participated in the breakout from the beachhead through St-Lo to Brest. After the
breakout from the Hedgerows, he fought his way across Northern France and
Belgium, to the Ardennes. During the Battle of the Bulge, Staff Sergeant Gard
was awarded the Silver Star for gallantry in
action. He was wounded in Belgium on January
16, 1945. His medals include the Silver Star,
the Bronze Star, the Purple Heart and
decorations from France and Belgium.
Mr. Gard was recalled to active duty for the
Korean War in 1950, at which time he rose to
the rank of Master Sergeant.
We are proud to have Mr. Gard as our Grand
Marshal!
Expect Great Food at the 2014
Americana Festival
With the selection of food vendors at the
Americana Festival, meat lovers, vegans
and food fans of all types can find
something satisfying.
In 2014, you can choose from even more
food booths throughout the festival. You’ll also find gourmet food trucks like last
year’s favorite, Zombie Dogz, and new names like Harvest Mobile Cuisine and El
Meson. Harvest offers organic foods raised by local farmers, and EL Meson will be
serving their popular menu in Benham’s Grove with covered seating available in
the barn.
Be sure to come hungry to the Grand Finale and
Fireworks, so you can enjoy Kona Ice, The Cone Man
soft serve ice cream; and Flint's frozen lemonade , hot
dogs, and nachos; as well as tempting selections from
El Meson and Flour Power Wood Fried Pizza. These
trucks will be located just outside of the CHS Stadium
for your dining pleasure.
Centerville-Washington Park District to
Host Americana Children’s Area
Are you looking for some kid-friendly fun at the 2014
Americana Festival? Again this year, the CentervilleWashington Park District will host the Americana
Children’s Area at Activity Center Park, 221 N. Main
Street.
This area features many great attractions for children
and families! A few of the favorites include: pony rides
provided by B&S Pony Rides of Vandalia, as well as
inflatables and a free rock climbing wall from Busy
Bouncing of Englewood! New for 2014, kids can enjoy a
patriotic ride through the park in a trackless barrel
train from J&J Express!
The park also offers a zero-depth sprayground, an allaccess playground, a shelter, shaded areas to enjoy
entertainment acts, and interactive booths for the
entire family. The Americana Children’s Area is FREE
and open 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Americana Festival Car Show & American Hot Rods
The 2014 Americana Festival Auto Show on
Friday, July 4, will feature classic, custom and
antique autos of all makes and models, as they
come together for an exciting display of
automotive style and engineering at its finest. A
long-running favorite, the show provides a great
opportunity to get a
close up look at many
antique, classic and
custom cars and trucks.
Awards
will
be
presented to the top two
picks for Pre-49's, Nifty
50's, Muscle Cars, 60 &
70’s, 80’s & 90’s and 2000 & Up, Corvette, Rat Rod,
Import, Daily Driver, and Truck. The Best of Show,
Mayor’s Choice, Trustee’s Choice and the Grand
Marshall’s Choice will also be awarded. We’re proud to
welcome Long Electric as our 2014 trophy sponsor.
New in 2014 – Premium Reserved Tables for the
Americana Festival Fireworks Display
The Centerville High School PTO is partnering this year with the Americana Festival
Committee to sponsor “The Best Seats in the House” for the 2014 Grand Finale and
Fireworks Display. For the first time, reserved tables will be available on the CHS track,
in addition to the free bleacher seating.
The reserved tables will be located on the home side of CHS stadium, and each package
includes a 6’ table, 8 chairs, tablecloth and trash bag. You may bring food and nonalcoholic beverages to your table, and coolers are permitted. However, glass and alcohol
are prohibited.
The entrance gate for the reserved tables will open at 6:00pm. Live
entertainment starts at 8:30 pm. The fireworks begin at 10:00pm.
The proceeds from the reserved tables will go to support classroom projects and
scholarships at Centerville High School. Donations may be tax deductible under CHS
PTO’s 501c3 application.
To reserve a table, send an email to Sally Rintoul, CHS PTO President at
[email protected] with your name, mailing address and the number of tables that you
want to reserve.
Confirmation of your reservation and check-in instructions will be sent upon receipt of
payment. Reservations are non-refundable in the event of fireworks cancellation due to
weather.
DIAMOND LEVEL ($8000 +)
City of Centerville
Washington Township
PLATINUM PLUS LEVEL ($5000
$7999)
Dayton Power & Light
Fly 92.9
Noon Optimist Club of Centerville
PLATINUM LEVEL ($4000 $4999)
Miami Valley Hospital South
GOLD LEVEL ($2500 $3999)
Centerville Washington Park District
Kosins Tent & Party Rental
Marion's Piazza
Orbit Overhead Crane Co.
Up and Running
Trade Mark Electric
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Bathroom Alternatives
Cutco
Dayton Children's
Exploria Resorts
Ever Dry Waterproofing
FastSigns
Fricker's
Gorilla Garage
Graceworks Lutheran Services
Gutter Shutter
Houser Asphalt
Kettering-Centerville Kiwanis Club
LaRosa's Pizzeria
Long Electric
Morgan Stanley-Plunkett Group
Outstanding Heating and Cooling
P & R Communications
Seal Smart
St. Leonard
US Bank
Universal Windows Direct
BRONZE LEVEL ($500 $999)
The Beach Waterpark
Beyerle Family Foundation
Burke Orthodontics
Carr Insurance Agency
Cassano's
Centerville Insurance Agency
Centerville Rotary
Centerville Service Center
Cross Point Vineyard Church
EmbroidMe
Esther Price Candies
Ethan Allen
First Church of Christ Scientists
First Watch
Great Clips
Hanson Audio Video
Hilton's Marathon
Incarnation Church
Kroger of Centerville
Liberty Retirement Community
Ohio Green Works
Panera Bread
Ravlin's Roofing & Siding
Routsong Funeral Home
Sandy's Towing
Serv Pro
Skelley & Company
Speedway
Square One Salon & Spa
Walgreens
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$499)
Bill's Donut Shop
Centerville Lock & Safe
Centerville Women's Civic Club
Far Hills Florist
Flowerman
Muzak
Miami Valley Communications Council
Brooks Compton, Attorney at Law
Yankee Trace Golf Club