ISLAND FALLS, Maine — The week-long celebration in Island Falls got off to an explosive start July 26 and continued through to Sunday with a variety of events for young and old alike.
According to Island Falls Recreation Director Ruth Frazier, the events once again drew scores of people to the town for the many different events.
Sunday’s parade, which featured a different route due to the Interstate 95 detour, resulted in lower attendance than usual for both parade entries and spectators. An intense thunderstorm that passed through the area Sunday morning also impacted some of the festivities.
The annual pet show, held July 29 in memory of Jarrica Rose Emery, was once again a big hit with 14 animals entered into the event.
“We had a turkey, hamster and many cats and dogs,” Frazier said.
A children’s parade was held Aug. 1 with a trophy given to Marcia and Doug Grant’s grandchildren for first place, while Tammy Rockwell’s grandchildren won second place.
“The Firemen’s muster was lots of fun to watch,” Frazier said. Participants were Island Falls, Oakfield and Patten fire departments, as well as the Forestry Department.
The Class of 1963 was honored at the Island Falls High School Alumni Banquet/Reunion.
