The Atlantic Area Chamber of Commerce and the Atlantic Volunteer Fire Department have partnered together to create the 2nd Annual Firemen’s Picnic before the Firemen’s Parade this Saturday, October 15th. Ouida Hargens, Chamber Executive Director, said “The goal is to bring the community downtown early to shop their favorite businesses, enjoy a BBQ meal and stay for the Annual Parade.”

The picnic begins at 4 p.m. The meal is $7 and includes a BBQ sandwich, baked beans, chips and a drink. The Atlantic BPO Does will be offering desserts for a free will donation. Entertainment for all ages will be available throughout the picnic Face Painters, Bounce Houses, Bags, Scavenger Hunt, Photo Booth and a helicopter landing will be at the picnic along with performances by Sheltered Reality and the Pleasant Green Baptist Church Marching Saints.

Sheltered Reality is a non-profit organization that dedicates itself to being a youth-oriented project, where youth members use music and education as a way to reach out to audiences, motivating them to advocate for those in need, especially children and families. The Pleasant Green Marching Saints is a youth ministry that is designed to bring youth together and teach them about Christ. Their award winning ministry allows the youth to express themselves through dance and drum corp. Their ages range from 3 years old to 20.

Following the picnic at 6 p.m. you can watch the Firemen’s Parade from Chestnut Street. To be a part of the parade, please begin line up at 4 p.m. at 3rd & Olive Street. There will be volunteers there to direct you where to go. The Firemen’s Picnic is presented by: Atlantic Volunteer Fire Department, Atlantic Locker Service, First Whitney Bank, W&S Appliance, Berg Electric, Nishna Valley Credit Union and the Atlantic Community Promotions Commission.

For more information on the Firemen’s Picnic & Parade or a full list of activities, please visit www.atlanticiowa.com.