(Exira, Iowa) – The City of Exira is once again going all-out for its 158th Independence Day Celebration and activities. Abby Rasmussen, President of the Exira Community Club, said their “Hometown Pride” events begin in earnest with “Friday In A Hometown,” this Friday, June 30. The week-long celebration concludes with a parade and fireworks on July 4th. Friday’s activities include a Farmer’s Market from 4-until 6-p.m. in the City Park. The Event Center Lounge will open at 5-p.m. In addition to the Event Center food, Hungry Spartan Pizza will serve their various, tasty menu items.

Events on Saturday, July 1st begin early in the morning with a Road Run starting at the City Park.

A Co-Ed softball tournament will be held in the Exira Legion Park, beginning at 9-a.m.. Rasmussen said 10 teams have signed-up. There will also be Master Grillers and Blue Penguin Shaved Ice. And then on Sunday, the day begins with an Ecumenical Church Service at 10:30am in the City Park. EHS Alumni Coffee featuring the Class Of ’73 takes place at 2-p.m. at the Lion’s Building.

The fun doesn’t stop there. On Monday, the Exira 158th Hometown Pride 4th Of July Celebration continues with Scott’s Amusements Wristband Day from 4-until 7-p.m. A Community BBQ begins at 5-p.m., Monday, and the Exira Community Club Beer Garden is open from 5-until 9-p.m. 

And, on Tuesday, Stalk Chiropractic Foot Races begin at 9-a.m. in front of Dollar General. The Exira Community Club Beer Garden opens at 9-a.m. Also, in the City Park. The Exira 4th Of July Parade begins at 10:30, with Grand Marshal Glen Ludwig. Scott’s Amusements open at 11-a.m.

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