Boom Days

September 14, 2011
Carol Beddingfield
Executive Director

Chamber Chatter
The 2011 Boom Days Heritage Celebration officially began last week. The Joe Underwood Gospel Concert continues to amaze me with such great local talent.

If you missed the first event, put your smile and your dancing shoes on because we are just beginning. This year’s musical line-up even surpasses 2010. Cyril Neville, a member of the Neville Brothers, will be the headliner on Saturday, September 17th at the DeKalb Theatre at 8:30 PM.

Live entertainment begins at 10 AM on the City Park Stage and on the Downtown Stage. Gospel, bluegrass, country, contemporary, and rock and roll will be enjoyed on both stages.

Bring the family at 8AM and enjoy the Kiwanis pancakes sponsored by Alaga Syrup. The food vendors have increased with many specialties from snacks to sandwiches.

The DC Gas Barbecue competition will begin at 10 AM in the Alabama Park. Live entertainment will also be available in this park.
A new event, The Wine Tasting, will be held from 1:30-4 PM. For the cost of $10, you can sample wine and fabulous hors d’oeuvres from local vendors.

Gees Bend Quilters will be in the City Park. Stop by to hear them sing favorite gospel hymns while quilting.

The street vendors bring an array of items for you to purchase. Jewelry pieces are a huge hit with the women. However, men could shop early for the holidays.

Downtown merchants have joined in the celebration. Many stores will stay open late and offer great sales.

Frank Roden, fly fishing guide, will teach techniques for the young and old. Look for him next to the children’s activities.

Stop by the Chamber Office or the Times Journal booth to pick up a complete schedule of the festival’s events and locations.