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National painting competition dates to first days of Sawyer celebration
26-27 LIFE & TIMES OF CLARENCE EARL GIDEON

Hannibal native was central to landmark Supreme Court decision in the 1960s
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Hannibal Magazine JULY 2016 1

National Tom
Sawyer Days
bringing
Hannibal
M A G A
General Manager: Ron Wallace
Z I N E
the heat
Editor: Don Crim
Contributing Writers:
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Ken Marks Robyn Doyle
ot enough for you? Joe Anderson Jason Gregory
Bella Erakko Melissa Cummins
Growing up back in east Texas, wed toss that Steve Eighinger Hick Finn
question around like a football most of the year. Chris Maune Shawn Dickerman
Blazing heat and high humidity were a way of life
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there. Here, its really only applicable a few months Nancy Hadler Ben Levin
of the year, but those months have arrived. Andy Martinez Natalie Standley
Summer is definitely heating up. Temperatures are on the climb,
giving us a familiar warmth as we head toward our nations annual Advertising Director:
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61st Annual National Tom Sawyer Days
Tom & Becky

A Hannibal tradition
By Melissa Cummins
July 4 noon nounced as the official couple, all 10 will represent Hannibal as
Hannibals Central Park Goodwill Ambassadors, traveling locally, statewide and across the
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nation representing Twains boyhood home and Americas Home-
n Mark Twains April 1897 letter from London to Henry H. town. From the White House to Bermuda to Twains cabin outside
Rodgers, vice president of Standard Oil, Twain wrote, A suc- Angels Camp, Calif. where he wrote his famous short story The
cessful book is not made of what is in it, but of what is left Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calavaras County to Twains homes
out of it. in Elmira, N.Y., and Hartford, Conn,, Toms and Beckys will make
With costumes prepared and stories to tell, finalists to more than 350 appearances within a year.
participating in the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museums Tom The Tom and Becky Program is a long-standing tradition and an
and Becky Program would agree with Mark Twain. In mid-June, five honor to those who have worn the straw hats and ribbon-trimmed
Tom Sawyers and five Becky Thatchers began a two-day orientation bonnets. Begun in 1956 by the Hannibal Chamber of Commerce,
and judging process that will culminate on July 4 when the Official more than 350 youngsters have worn the costumes.
Tom and Becky are announced in Hannibals Central Park during Anticipating the July 4 announcement are 2016-2017 Tom and
the National Tom Sawyer Days. The 10 youngsters brought to life Becky finalists Cami Bross, Sydney Hart, Ellie Locke, Mason Latta,
their own representations of Tom and Becky, creating individual Miles McIntyre, Morgan Roth, Spencer Street, Tristen Terrill and
stories from the pages of The Adventures of Tom Sawyer. Drew Tweedy and Bailey Zeiger. n
Although only a single Tom and a single Becky will be an-

Tomboy Sawyer contest

SUNDAY, JULY 3 2:30 p.m., with registration at 2 p.m.
The old bridge entrance, corner of Third Street
and Mark Twain Avenue
The Tomboy Sawyer Contest was launched in 1976 by the Han-
nibal Business and Professional Womens Club for girls who didnt
fit the Becky Thatcher image. Girls, if you like catching minnows,
spitting watermelon seeds and playing in the mud, this contest is
for you.
The contest is limited to 36 girls, ages 10 to 12, who have not
turned 13 by July 1. Five places are reserved for girls visiting from
out of town. Registration is required; contact Anna Lemon at 573-
406-7650 or tomboy.sawyer@gmail.com.
Ribbons are given to the top winners in minnow catching, wa-
termelon-seed spitting, bubble-gum blowing, gunny-sack race and prize to the girl who most resembles a Tomboy Sawyer.
slingshot target shooting. A Tomboy Sawyer is selected based on The event is sponsored by the Business Women of Missouri-
points earned in each event. Prizes are awarded to her and to those Hannibal Local organization. More information is on the Tomboy
in second and third places. In addition, a costume contest awards a Sawyer Facebook page. n
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Live at the Tanyard

Gardens offer food and beverages and live entertainment
July 1-3 Times listed with concerts by the Hannibal Jaycees in 1975 as a central place for visitors to eat,
Tanyard Gardens, 100 Bird St. drink, socialize and keep up with the many activities.
The refreshment center features a variety of food, snacks and
Tanyard Gardens was named for the tan yard, formerly in the beverages in a picnic atmosphere. The Hannibal Jaycees offer beer
Mark Twain historical area, where Huck Finns dissolute father, Pap, and alcoholic beverages from Hannibals distributing companies.
slept. Tanyard Gardens also provides a terrific venue to enjoy live regional
Tanyard Gardens is the refreshment center and general head- and local high-energy entertainment and is a perfect place to catch
quarters for National Tom Sawyer Days. The garden was initiated up on the days events with friends. n
Eric Paslay headlining Tanyard concerts

SATuRDAy, July 2 8:30 p.m., with gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Tanyard Gardens, 100 Bird St.
Eric Paslay definitely knows how to craft a hit song. Jake Owen, Ras-
cal Flatts, Love and Theft and Eli Young Band all have scored No. 1 singles
thanks to Paslays song-writing ability, and fans who have seen him on
stage will testify there is so much more to the tall, Texas redhead than
his song writing. Paslay is a charismatic performer and a potent vocalist
who knows how to connect with the audience. As his debut albums lead
single Friday Night reached the No. 1 spot, Paslay has arrived as an art-
ist in his own right.
It all started for Paslay when he began playing guitar and writing
songs at 15.
I wrote a poem for a girl, he says. I never gave it to her, and then I
discovered that most songs are poems so I just put a melody and chords
to the poem, and there was my first song. By the time I was 16, Id already
made a CD on my home computer of about 10 or 11 songs that I played
out around Texas. Those records will come back and haunt me someday,
but I know there are little jewels in there. Im glad that I wasnt too afraid
to put it out there, just to start creating music and sharing it with people. audience keeps singing it. With Friday Night, thats started to happen. Ill
These days Eric Paslay has moved from the back of the room to sing I want to be your... and Ill point to the crowd and theyll go Friday
center stage. Night! Thats one of those moments that every kid dreams about sing-
Its like someone flipped a switch on and people know what I do ing a song and the crowd knows it so well that they sing it back to you.
now, he says, But the coolest thing is theres always that moment that You get to sing it together. Im glad Im getting to experience that as a
you dream of when you have a hit song and you can stop singing and the performer. n

Natalie Stoval and the Drive return to Hannibal

SATURDAY, JULY 2 7 p.m., with gates open at 5:30 p.m. The Drive
Tanyard Gardens, 100 Bird St. includes drum-
mer James
Natalie Stovall and The Drive are returning to the Tom Sawyer Days Bavendam of
stage. A humble, charismatic entertainer with a trademark lions mane Seattle, Chiles
of blonde hair, Natalie and her powerful vocals and sparkling fiddle Miguel Canci-
leave audiences spellbound. no on guitar
Natalie has been playing professionally since she was 10 years old, and guitarist
and performed everywhere from the White House to The Oprah Win- and vocalist
frey Show. At the age of 12, her dream came true when she made her Joel Dormer of
Grand Ole Opry debut. Redding, Calif.
The Drives seven-year journey has been forged with the durable After releasing one single, the bands label Hipshop closed its doors.
attributes of family values and hard work. Performing more than 200 In typical Natalie fashion this only fueled the fire to her drive and
dates a year, they were named Entertainers of the Year in 2012 by Cam- creativity.
pus Activities Magazine and returned this summer from the Middle So what will success look like for the band?
East on one of their many Navy Entertainment Tours in support of U.S. We are already successful. Weve been living our dream for a while,
troops. and now its time to see how far it can go, she says. n

Almost KISS rock and roll all night almost

SUNDAY, JULY 3 9:30 p.m.
with gates open at 7 p.m
Tanyard Gardens, 100 Bird St.
Considered talented enough to be placed

on the A&E TV show Gene Simmons Family
Jewels in front of an international audience,
Almost KISS caught the eye of the shows
producers and executives in 2010 and was
chosen to be included as one of six tributes
to be endorsed by Simmons. Since then, the
group of four musicians has continued to
grow in popularity.
Almost KISS pays homage to what it
considers to be the hottest band in the world.
Pucker up to Almost KISS. n
Blacktop South covers many genres

FriDAY, JULY 1 8 p.m.-midnight, gates open
at 7 p.m., Tanyard Gardens, 100 Bird St.
Blacktop South is a regional touring band

from Quincy, Ill. The band attributes its sound
to an array of influences. From the roots of
country, blues and classic and Southern rock.
Blacktop South is, stylistically, an all-encom-
passing outfit. Made up of five musicians with
nearly 100 years of experience on stage, Black-
top South presents a veteran sound that has
won the band acclaim.
Band members are Todd Rost, vocals; Eric
McKay, guitar and vocals; Beau Becraft, guitar
and vocals; Steve Hufford, drums and vocals;
and Don Van Dyke, bass.
Blacktop South delivers a high-energy, pro-
fessional stage experience, with a mission to
entertain a crowd as well as themselves. n

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freebies for women promises lots of laughs SUNDAY, JULY 3 7 p.m., with gates open 6:30 p.m
SUNDAY, JULY 3 8:30 p.m., 7 p.m., with gates open 6:30 Tanyard Gardens, 100 Bird St
p.m Tanyard Gardens, 100 Bird St
Donnie Baker is the brainchild of comedian Ron Sexton,
Women who are 21 and older are welcome to Ladies Night featured on the nationally syndicated radio program The Bob
Friday, July 1, at Tanyard Gardens. & Tom Show. The radio character proved to be so popular with
Performing will be Blacktop South, and women will receive two audience members, Ron took Donnie to the stage. Sexton will be
free drinks with a ticket purchase, compliments of the Hannibal bringing Donnie Baker to National Tom Sawyer Days at 7 p.m.
Jaycees. Tanyard Gardens will be open from 5:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Sunday, July 3. n
Blacktop South will perform at 8 p.m. n
Music Under the Stars offers evening entertainment

THURSDAY, JUNE 30 7 p.m.
Hill Street
Grab your friends and your favorite lawn chair and join
the Mark Twain Museum for Music Under the Stars. The mu-
seums free outdoor concert series is at 7 p.m. every Thursday
on historic Hill Street between Mark Twains boyhood home
and the Becky Thatcher House.
Music Under the Stars welcomes the Ironwood Bluegrass
Band to the stage Thursday, June 30. The five-piece band per-
forms a mix of bluegrass, vintage country and a bit of Cajun.
Led by vocalist Jane Accurso, the band includes Kelly Jones
on fiddle, Joe Wieneman on mandolin, Dierik Leionhard on
banjo and Matthew Bossaler on bass. n

Painting like Tom did

Over-30 competition allows adults to show their skills
SATURDAY, JULY 2 Following immediately following the contest, to
state fence-painting contest, take to the boards and do some fence
North Main Street, near the painting. This event is open to both
Boyhood Home men and women. Its time to show off
your skills and not worry about the
If you are more than 30 years old mess. Anything can happen, and it
and believe you have what it takes to usually does. The contest is judged on
paint a fence as Tom Sawyer did, we costume, speed and accuracy, with
have the event for you. Dont miss the a $50 prize for first place and a $25
Hannibal Jaycees Over-30 Fence- prize for second place. n
Painting Contest on Saturday, July 2,

Famous fence-painting competition

SATURDAY, JULY 2 2 p.m. receives the Governors Trophy, which may be presented to his or
North Main Street, near the Boyhood Home her states governor and displayed in the state capitol for one year.
The trophy is returned each year for the next contest.
Tom Sawyer days originated in 1956 with the first Tom Sawyer
The National Fence Painting Contest is a three-part event with
fence-painting contest sponsored by the Hannibal Jaycees and the
contestants receiving points for authenticity of costume, speed and
first Tom and Becky contest sponsored by the Hannibal Chamber of
painting quality. Contestants are encouraged to read The Adven-
Commerce.
tures of Tom Sawyer help capture a realistic look for their costume.
All local contestants compete in the first event to advance to
Contestants are judged by local dignitaries, distinguished guests
the national contest. A second event is held for contestants from all
and the previous years champion.
over Missouri who also advance to compete in the national contest.
Tristen Terrill of Hannibal was the champion in 2015. n
The national event is the final one. The winner of the national event

Are you up for the Cannibal? By Chris Maune
SATURDAY, JULY 2 See times in calendar dation Back to BETTER campaign, the race has grown from a few
Starts by Tom & Huck Statue hundred participants the first year to more than 2,100 in 2013. In
2015, 1,374 people participated, and 1,305 people finished.
The 21st running of the Hannibal Cannibal will take place
The Cannibal generally attracts people from all over the United
Saturday, July 2.
States as well as some from overseas.
The race takes its name from the infamous incline at Lovers
We see a lot of families that participate year after year, some
Leap, and its slogan, Itll Eat You Up, reflects the intensity of the
with several generations coming. I think a lot of people come
steep slope.
home to Hannibal for the holiday and make the Cannibal part of
Initially run July, 6 1996, the race has grown from merely a
their family tradition, Angie Wilcoxson, race director, said.
10k run in its first year to a multi-event race. This years race will
In past years there have been between 30 and 35 states repre-
include a 5k/10k/15k run, a 5k leisure walk and a Fun Run for chil-
sented at a single Cannibal.
dren ages 10 and younger. As is tradition, a cannon blast at 7 a.m.
Our ultimate goal is to have a year where all 50 states are rep-
will signal the start of the race.
resented and over 2,500 people sign up, Wilcoxson said.
A fundraising event for the Hannibal Regional Hospital Foun-
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The challenge of the Cannibal course sets the race both the Cannibal race and childrens Fun Run, and runners
apart. It begins in downtown Hannibal, heading will receive performance t-shirts imprinted with the
south on Main Street. After turning west on tribal-type logo complete with a cannibal. The
Church Street, the course moves south designs also will featured on winners trophies
onto Highway 79. The 5k route turns and finisher medals.
around at the top of the first hill on The Fun Run is for children 10 years
Highway 79, while the 10k and 15k old and younger. The entry fee is $15,
routes continue farther south along and each child will receive a medal
the river. The most difficult chal- and a t-shirt. Children may run half-K
lenge the climb up the infamous (0.3 mile) or 1K (.06 mile) on a closed
Lovers Leap, a scenic overlook atop course. Proceeds benefit the Hannibal
the river bluff is included in all Childrens Center.
three running distances as well as More information and registration
the walk. From there, its downhill and are available at hannibalcannibal.com or
back to the start. by contacting the foundation at 573-629-
As in the past, a contest was held to 3577. n
determine the Cannibal logo. Designs by
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Down and dirty tourney spikes fun

JUNE 30-JULY 3 Various times
Hill & Front Streets
Lets get in the mud! signals the start of the Y-Mens annual volleyball
tournament. The tournament, in its 37th year, is held at the Y-Mens Pavil-
ion in the 100 block of Hill Street. The tournament, with a double-elimina-
tion format, is played on three courts of good ole Mighty Mississippi mud.
Up to 64 teams of as many as eight co-ed players, high school sophomores
and older, volley for prizes.
This tournament originated in 1979 with approximately 31 teams par-
ticipating. It is believed to be the oldest mud volleyball tournament in the
United States. Credit for the unique event belongs to Robert Heiser, a char-
ter member of the Y-Mens Club. This event has become a very significant
way for the Y-Men to raise money. During the last 30-plus years, the Y-Mens
Club has raised more than $300,000 for the YMCA of Hannibal.
There is plenty of spectator room near the three courts to watch this
unusual entertainment. Refreshments and snacks are available along with
music.
Tournament times are 5 p.m. Thursday, June 30, and Friday, July 1, and
7:30 a.m. Saturday, July 2, and Sunday, July 3. More information on the event
is available by contacting the YMCA of Hannibal at 573-221-0586 or via
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Arts and crafts festival

puts creativity on display
JULY 2-4 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Central Park, Fourth and Broadway
The Samuel L. Clemens Arts & Crafts Festival, held in a block-
square Central Park in downtown Hannibal, features 123 craft
booths, two food stands operated by Hannibals two Kiwanis Clubs
and a fresh lemonade stand provided by the Hannibal High School
Booster Club. A variety of bandstand entertainment will take the
stage during the entire festival.
Announcement of winners of the Hannibal Chamber of Com-
merce Tom and Becky contest will be made at the bandstand at
noon Monday, July 4.
The Kiwanis Club Cash-Jeep-Mule raffle grand-prize drawing
will take place at 4 p.m. Monday, July 4, at the Central Park band-
stand. Raffle tickets are available from Kiwanis Club members with
proceeds funding childrens projects. The grand-prize winner has the
choice of a Jeep Patriot, Kawasaki Mule or $15,000 cash. n

Pet show entertains all in Central Park

THURSDAY, JUNE 30 1 p.m., with registration at noon of which
Central Park we are
proud to
F&M Bank and Trust Company is proud to have a part in the be a part.
National Tom Sawyer Days for 44 years by sponsoring a pet show More
for children 13 and younger and their favorite pets. informa-
Everyone can find entertainment on the afternoon of Thursday, tion is
June 30. There may be a spread of turtles and fish to cats and dogs avail-
dressed up as Tom Sawyer. You can enter in any single category able by
best dog, best cat, best Tom, best Becky, best trick, best dressed and contact-
most unusual. ing Joy
Registration for the competition begins at noon Thursday in McPike
Central Park, with showtime at 1 p.m. F&M Bank and Trust Com- at 573-221-6424 or email jmcpike@bankfm.com or Joel Booth at
pany would like to invite everyone to come celebrate National Tom 573-221-6425 ext 304. n
Sawyer Days and enjoy our hometown of Hannibal, a community
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Parading through the streets

Fourth of July parade
features fancy floats,
bouncy bands,
delightful dancers
and more
MONDAY, JULY 4 10 a.m. work together to keep the parade a safe and enjoyable event for all.
Broadway and Main Street Parking will not be permitted on Broadway from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Monday, July 4, to allow space for spectators.
The Hannibal Jaycees Fourth of July parade is one of those
The parade will be step off at 10 a.m., following a route from
traditions you just have to come see. A crowd of thousands yearly
Broadway to South Main and then onto Church Street. Entry fee
lines Broadway and Main to see Tom and Becky, the fence-painters,
is $10 if registered by July 1. Entry fee the day of the parade is $15.
local bands and dancers and a quantity of colorful floats. There is
Rules and registration forms are available at hannibaljaycees.org,
something for everyone. The proceeds from the parade registrations
and more information is available from Jamie Sue Bergheger, 573-
will benefit the St. Judes Run.
822-4591 or ejbergheger@yahoo.com. n
The Hannibal Jaycees and the Hannibal Police Department

Light up the sky

Riverfront fireworks celebrate Independence Day
By Shawn Dickerman
MONDAY, JULY 4 Dusk
Mississippi Riverfront
The 2016 fireworks display was championed this year by the Hannibal Community Promotions
Group. Continuing the legacy set forth by the Hannibal Jaycees, HCPG is proud to present to the
community a fantastic and free display made possible by donations of individuals and businesses.
Those who would like to donate or help sponsor the fireworks display may send a tax-deductible
donation payable to F.A.C.T. For the benefit of Hannibal Fireworks to No. 4 Melgrove Lane, Hannibal
MO 63401. n
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July 2nd at
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The Grand Prix of Tricycling

SUNDAY, JULY 3 1 p.m., with registration at
12:30 p.m. Parking lot at corner of Third
and Church streets
The Grand Prix of Tricycling is open to chil-

dren ages 3 to 6, with separate races for children
with regular tricycles and those with big-wheel-
style trikes. Registration is at 12:30 p.m. with the
races starting at 1 p.m. at the parking lot at the
corner of Third and Church streets. No chain
drives are permitted. Trophies will be awarded in
each of the eight categories. The competition is
sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Hannibal. n

Celebrate jumping frogs

SATURDAY, JULY 2 noon, with registration at 10 a.m. This famous story has led to one of National Tom Sawyer Days
Parking lot at corner of Third & Church streets most popular events the Frog Jumping Contest. Sponsored by
I
Boy Scouts of America Troop 100, each year more than 400 frogs
n 1865, Samuel L. Clemens aka Mark Twain penned
are jumped during the contest. Each participant is allowed to jump
his popular short story, The Celebrated Jumping Frog of
one frog. The frog can be one that the participant has captured for
Calaveras County, a tall tale of Jim Smiley and his winning
the contest or rented from the Boy Scouts for a $3 donation.
jumping frog, Daniel Webster.
After the event, frogs are returned to their natural habitat.
One day, Jim who would do anything to make a bet
After three jumps, a measurement is taken with prizes awarded
struck a bet with a stranger who didnt even have a frog to jump.
to the top three winners in each of the age categories ages 5 and
Jim went to the swamp and captured a frog for Daniel Webster to
younger and 6 and older.
jump against. While Jim was gone, the stranger poured buckshot
There is a $3 registration fee, with registration starting at 10 am,
into Daniels mouth. When the contest started, poor ole Daniel
Saturday, July 2, in the parking lot at the corner of Third and Church
Webster was unable to jump. The stranger won the bet, of course,
streets.
and left the little gold-rush town of Angeles Camp, Calif., with his
Frogs like water, so this event will take place rain or shine. n
winnings of $40 in gold. When Jim picked up Daniel and discovered
what the stranger had done he was madder than a wet hen!
Hannibal Magazine JUNE 2016 23

Hannibals Got Talent

SUNDAY, JULY 3 3 p.m., with registration at 2 p.m. mances in four age groups eight years old and younger, ages nine
Tanyard Gardens through 15, ages 16 through 21 and ages 22 and older. Entry fee for
each participant is $10 through July 3; thereafter the entry fee is
Do you have what it takes to be a star? Show us what you have $15. Prizes will be awarded to the top two acts in each age group.
during Hannibals Got Talent, which takes place at Tanyard Gar- More information and registration forms are available by visiting
dens. Registration begins at 2 p.m., with the competition and show hannibaljaycees.org. Registration forms are available by contacting
at 2 p.m. All types of talents are welcome to participate, and prizes Jennifer Foster at 573-231-2630, or foster72@yahoo.com. The show
will be awarded. The talent show will feature five-minute perfor- is sponsored by Hannibal Jaycees and Cave Hollow Winery. n
Miller Spectacular Shows carnival

Miller Spectacular Shows is a family owned and operated fered from 6 to 10 p.m. for $18. Rides open at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 2,
carnival now is its fifth generation. Along with the great carnival with regular pricing. Rides are open from 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 3,
food and games, the rides are sure to bring screams of delight The with unlimited rides with the purchase of an $18 armband. Regular
carnivals schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions. ride pricing kicks in at 5 p.m. Sunday. Rides open at 1 p.m. Monday,
The show opens at 6 p.m. Wednesday, June 29, with all rides July 4, with regular pricing. n
priced at $1.50. Thursday is Armband Night, with unlimited rides of-
Horseshoes and washers and fun! Oh, my!

JULY 2-3 Times available in schedule
Ringer Park, South Main Street,
Warren Barrett Drive and Tanyard Gardens
Shoes are going flyin! The Hannibal POPS Club proudly spon-
sors this annual horseshoe tournament. The ringer event has three
flights with three places in each flight. Both men and women are
welcome. Entry fee is $20 per team. Qualifying is 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Saturday, July 2, with the tournament tipping off at 11 a.m. Sunday,
July 3. More information about the event is available by contacting
Dick Dooley at 573-248-1335 or rldooley@rallstech.com.
Itll be a clinking good time inside Tanyard Gardens on Saturday,
July 2. With registration at 9 a.m. and tourney play getting underway
at 10 a.m., the washers tournament is sponsored by the Hannibal
Jaycees. Entry fee is $20 per two-person team, with cash prizes
awarded, with the amount based on a minimum participation of
40 teams. More information on the event is available by contacting
Darrell McCoy at 573-231-6484 or via email at darrellmccoy@gmail.
com. n
24 JUNE 2016 Hannibal Magazine

National Tom Sawyer Days schedule

Wednesday June 29 Central Park. 1 to 5 p.m. Miller Spectacular Shows
Carnival, unlimited rides with $18 armbands.
6 p.m. Miller Spectacular Shows Carnival, all 9 a.m. Washers tournament registration
rides $1.50. Tanyard Gardens. 1 p.m. Tricycle race.
9 a.m. Baby contest and Junior Queen and 1 p.m. Hannibals Got Talent registration,
Mr. Hannibal pageants, Hannibal Middle School. Tanyard Gardens.
Thursday June 30
9 a.m. Fun run, North and Main streets. 1 p.m. Fence-painting registration, national,
Noon Pet show registration, Central Park.
Main and Hill streets.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Horseshoe tournament
1 p.m. Pet Show, Central Park.
qualifier, Ringer Park. 2 p.m. Hannibals Got Talent, Tanyard
5 p.m. Youth mud volleyball 14U tournament, Gardens.
10 a.m. Frog Jump registration, Mark Twain
Y Mens Pavilion, Hill Street.
Apartments lot, Church Street. 2 p.m. Fence painting, Main and Hill streets
6 to 10 p.m. Miller Spectacular Shows
10 a.m. Washers tournament. 2 p.m. Tomboy Sawyer registration, Cardiff
Carnival, unlimited rides with $18 armband.
Hill, below lighthouse.
Noon Frog-jumping contest.
7 p.m. Music Under the Stars, Hill Street.
2:30 p.m. Tomboy Sawyer, Cardiff Hill, below
1 p.m. Fence-painting registration, local and lighthouse.
state, Main and Hill streets.
5 p.m. Miller Spectacular Shows Carnival,
Friday, July 1 1 p.m. Miller Spectacular Shows Carnival regular prices.
2:30 to 7 p.m. Hannibal Cannibal registration opens, regular prices.
and packet pickup, North Street. 7 p.m. Tanyard Gardens gates open, $10
2 p.m. Fence painting, local and state, Main cover.
5 p.m. Mud volleyball, Y Mens Pavilion, Hill and Hill streets.
Street. 8 p.m. Donnie Baker, Tanyard Gardens.
3:30 p.m. Over-30 fence-painting contest,
5 p.m. Miller Spectacular Shows Carnival, Main and Hill streets. 9:30 p.m. Almost Kiss, Tanyard Gardens.
regular prices.
5 p.m. Tanyard Gardens closes. 12:30 a.m. Tanyard Gardens and Miller
7 p.m. Tanyard Gardens gates open at Third Spectacular Shows Carnival close.
and Lyon streets, $5 cover. 6 p.m. Tanyard Gardens gates reopen, $15
cover, discount with military ID, happy hour 6
8 p.m. to noon Blacktop South, ladies night. to 7 p.m.
Women ages 21 and older will receive two Monday July 4
tokens for free drinks with paid entry to Tanyard 7 p.m. Natalie Stovall and the Drive.
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Arts and crafts show, Central
Gardens.
8:30 p.m. Eric Paslay. Park.
12:30 a.m. Tanyard Gardens and Miller
10 p.m. Tanyard Gardens after-concert 9 a.m. Parade registration and line-up, Save-
Spectacular Shows Carnival close.
entertainment until 12:30 a.m. A-Lot parking lot.
12:30 a.m. Tanyard Gardens and Miller 10 a.m. Parade, Broadway, proceeds benefit
Spectacular Shows Carnival close. St. Jude Run.
Saturday July 2
5:30 to 6:45 a.m. Hannibal Cannibal Noon Tom and Becky announcement,
registration, North Street. Central Park.
Sunday July 3
7 a.m. Hannibal Cannibal, North and Main 1 p.m. Miller Spectacular Shows Carnival
7:30 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Mud volleyball, Y opens, regular prices.
streets.
Mens Pavilion, Hill Street.
7:30 a.m. Mud volleyball, Y Mens Pavilion, 4 p.m. Raffle drawing for Jeep Patriot,
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Arts and crafts show, Kawasaki Mule or $15,000 cash, winners
Hill Street.
Central Park. choice, Central Park.
8:30 a.m. Baby contest and Jr. Queen and
11 a.m. Horseshoe tournament, Ringer Park. Dusk Fireworks display, Mississippi
Mr. Hannibal pageant registrations, Hannibal
Middle School. riverfront.
12:30 p.m. Tricycle race registration, Mark
Twain Apartments lot, Church Street.
9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Arts and crafts show,
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Front and Center
Fiber and photography Karen Ihrigs wool birds are on
display at Alliance Art
Gallery. | Submitted photo
highlighted at Alliance Art Gallery

By Bella Erakko
emerged, each taking on its own quirky colorful personality.

July 9 5 to 8 p.m.
Ihrigs creative juices being stirred, other life-like animals began
Alliance Art Gallery
W
to join these delightful birds. She enjoys bringing her fiber friends to
life under the felting needle as well as watching peoples reactions
himsical and colorful felted birds and
to them. It has become a challenge and a passion.
other wondrous creatures created by
It never ceases to amaze her how airy puffs of wool can be trans-
Karen Ihrig will be visiting Alliance Art
formed into sculpted shapes. Always exploring new dimensions, she
Gallery during July. She is the featured
now dabbles with wet-felted forms.
artist.
Linderman has been an Alliance member for several years.
The gallery also will highlight member
Though born in the Midwest, she grew up in a log cabin in Alaska
artist Andrea Lindermans photography.
before moving to New Mexico and eventually to Hannibal.
Ihrig, a Nauvoo artist and retired English teacher, always has
Through the lens of her camera, she seeks and finds the
been seduced by wools that provide a pleasant, tactile sensation
hidden secrets of flowers, streams, birds, landscapes, abandoned
and color. Four years ago, when she learned the basics of armature
barns, prairies and even carousel horses.
construction and coupled it with needle felting aka dry felting
She lets the image dictate the evolution: an abandoned farm in
and luxurious wool from a friends flock, it was a marriage made in
black and white, a single frosted oak leaf color-enhanced, draw-
heaven. From that moment, an ever-growing woolen flock of birds

ing the viewer into the beauty of solitude, a fog-shrowded
Ozarks morning or a branch of light-drenched dogwood
blossoms. In each instance, she allows the viewer to enter
into the visual mystery of our world. As Linderman notes,
the camera lens reveals extraordinarily beautiful patterns
and textures in the most ordinary things.
An opening reception will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday,
July 9, with a 6 p.m. drawing to win a photograph by Lin-
derman. The reception coincides with Hannibals Second
Saturday Gallery Night.
Alliance Art Gallery is at 112 N. Main St. in downtown
Hannibal, and more information is available at allianceart-
gallery.com or 573-221-2275. n
Andrea Lindermans photo Overtaken. Linderman, an Alliance Art Gallery mem-

ber, is one of two artists whose work is highlighted this month. | Submitted photo
Hannibal Magazine Ju ly 2016 29

Play Ball!
Fourth annual Missouri vs. Illinois All-Star Baseball Game to be held at Clemens Field
July 16 7 p.m. Event organizers Kevin Peters and Aaron Peters have
Clemens Field announced the rosters for the 2016 Missouri vs. Illinois All-
Star Baseball Game, sponsored by Benson Financial Group
of Hannibal and Shottenkirk Toyota and Refreshment Services Pepsi, both of
Quincy, Ill.
Team Illinois
Alec Taylor, Rick Dour and Will
The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. Saturday, July 16, with a rain date of 7 p.m.
Robertson, Beardstown; Blake
Sunday, July 17, at Clemens Field in Hannibal. Admission at the gate will be $8,
Law, Brown County; Brodie
and those ages 5 and younger will be admitted free of charge. Gates will open at
Eddington, Southeastern; Kyle
6 p.m.
Baker, Illini West; Cole Ander-
The game will feature the top 42 seniors representing 23 high schools from
son and Reed Wolfmeyer, Lib-
Hannibal, Quincy and the surrounding areas. n
erty; Brady Ash, Drew Burwin-
kel, Klayton Conrad and Logan
Hilgenbrink, Payson-Seymour;
Cody Allred and Quinn Leahy,
Pittsfield; Hunter Wienhoff,
Johnny Reckers and Kolter Mel-
Team Missouri vin, Quincy; Kyle Dickerman,

Quincy Notre Dame; Dawson
Andrew Martinson and Ashton Oberman, Moore, Unity; and Gage Gray
Bowling Green; Logan Brown, Canton; Colton and Jonny Swanson, West
Brummell, Hannibal; Dylan Williams and Reitz Hancock.
Carper, Highland; Shane Clary, Knox County; Head coach will be Quincys
Zach Richardson, Louisiana; Collin Pettitt, Brigham John and assistants
Mark Twain; Ben Smith and Kyle Foster, Steve Miles and Robby Young,
Illini Wests Zak Huston and
Marion County; Brandon Devlin, Dalton Lewis, Camp Point Centrals Jordan
Keegan McMurdo and Will Burns, Monroe Tenhouse.
City; AJ OBrien, Ben Cheffey, Logan Scholl
and Tyler Damron, Palmyra; Brant Francis,
Paris; and Wyatt McDowell, Van-Far.
Head coach will be Bowling Greens Dean Streed.

The Life & Times
of Clarence Earl Gideon
Hannibal native key to landmark Supreme
Court ruling on right to legal representation
By Ken Marks
A
51-year-old drifter with a history of petty crime finds
himself involved in what would become a landmark
Supreme Court case in the 1960s.
If the premise sounds like a high-concept movie
pitch, its because a book and movie have been made
about this story: Gideons Trumpet. The true story
centers on the struggles of Hannibal native Clarence Earl Gideon, a man
whose life before and after the court case would not inspire many to
include him among prominent Hannibalians in history. In portraying the
impact of this major event in recent legal history, a risk exists in uninten-
tionally glorifying the man to reinforce the importance of the moment.
In other words, history is not always pretty so how does one solve a
problem like Gideon?
Clarence Earl Gideons personal life was riddled with disappoint-
ments and failure. Born in Hannibal on Aug. 30, 1910, Gideon grew up in
Clarence Earl Gideons mugshot taken September 11 1961.
a working-class family and in a strict home environment with his mother
and stepfather his father had died when he was 3. He left school after
Florida police for a petty crime in Panama City before being charged with
eighth grade and ran away from home. By the time he was 18, he already
vagrancy, later dismissed by the court.
had served one year in a juvenile reformatory and had been charged in
Although Gideon had not been convicted of any felony in just under
Missouri with his first felony for burglary, for which he served three years of
a decade, he consistently would revert to illegal gambling as a means to
a 10-year sentence before being paroled in 1932.
support himself and to pay the state welfare department for support of
Gideon would spend the majority of his adult life bouncing between
his children. While running poker games, he also would help out at the
serving time for four felonies three convictions for burglary and one for
Bay Harbor Poolroom. On the morning of June 3, 1961, a police officer re-
robbing a federal armory in Missouri, Kansas and Texas and attempting
ported that the pool hall had been entered and burglarized, with the halls
to find consistent work. From 1928 to 1952, he served 16 years in prison.
manager later stating that four bottles of wine, 12 cans of beer, 12 bottles of
To avoid revealing his criminal past, he falsified personal information and
Coca-Cola and $65 worth of change from the cigarette machine and juke-
used an alias.
box had been taken. A witness, Henry Cook, claimed to have seen Gideon
Inconsistent personal life
leave the pool hall around 5:30 a.m. carrying a bottle of wine pockets
Gideons criminal record and his health kept him from establishing a
bulging with change and calling for a cab from a nearby public phone
consistent personal life; having been diagnosed with tuberculosis, he spent
booth. Based on those statements, Panama City police arrested Gideon
nearly two of the next nine years in a hospital bed. After three divorces,
on charges of burglary, and it was this arrest that unwittingly sparked the
he married a fourth time in 1955 and attempted to settle down in Orange,
historic case that would take two years to resolve and eventually land at
Texas. He fathered three children, all of whom would be taken away by
the U.S. Supreme Court.
state welfare authorities in 1960 during one of his hospital stays. He began
Gideon maintained his innocence, but since he did not have enough
drifting again to find piecemeal work, migrating to Florida with a stop
money to post bail, let alone afford a lawyer, he remained in jail until his
in Louisiana. By this point, he was running occasional poker games to
make a living and already had been held for questioning, for two weeks, by
continues on 32

trial two months later. At the
trials outset, he pleaded not
guilty and said he was not
prepared for trial. Since he had
no money, he asked the court
to appoint a lawyer to help in
his defense. Judge Robert L.
McCrary Jr. denied Gideons re-
quest, ruling that Florida state
law only allowed appointed
counsel in capital federal
cases. Gideon maintained
that previous U.S. Supreme
Court rulings gave him a right
to appointed council. Nonethe-
less, he would have to represent
himself at trial.
Florida was one of a handful
In the position of having to represent himself of states at that time that did
in court, Gideon submitted a 10-page writ of
not provide counsel for felonies
habeus corpus composed by hand.
charged by the state, most of
which are tried as violations of
state not federal law. Technically, Gideon was wrong.
Gideon made his best attempt to defend himself, given his education
A victorious Gideon returned to the Bay Harbor Pool Hall for a game in 1963.
and lack of resources; however, he missed opportunities to take advantage
of weaknesses in testimony or cast doubt on circumstantial evidence.
ered a landmark decision for civil rights. The decision meant that since
After less than an hour of deliberation, the jury returned a verdict, and he
the due process applied to all states, then legal rights afforded by the other
was sentenced to five years in prison.
amendments equally applied, as well. The Sixth Amendment thus required
Asking for help
that all states provide the right to legal counsel, even for the indigent.
While serving his sentence, Gideon wrote to the Florida branch of the
Consequently, Florida would decide to release roughly 2,000 prisoners
FBI and the Florida Supreme Court asking for help, stating that his Sixth
convicted without counsel rather than retry them. Gideon wasnt so lucky.
Amendment right to counsel had been violated. His request was denied by
He claimed that being tried again for the same charge constituted double
the state supreme court. In January 1962, he wrote a five-page petition
jeopardy, but since the Supreme Courts decision amounted to winning an
in pencil on prison stationery to the U.S. Supreme Court.
appeal, he could be retried.
Very few Supreme Court petitions are accepted for a hearing, but
An ACLU attorney at the time said Gideon became convinced if not
Gideons petition was picked for review. The 1942 Betts v. Brady decision
paranoid that he was going back to prison because the retrial was taking
had limited the scope of the 14th Amendment, intimating that not all
place in the same court with the same judge that previously had convicted
defendants required legal counsel to receive a fair trial with due process.
him. He did not accept ACLU counsel and instead selected Panama City
However, other Supreme Court cases had chipped away at this decision,
attorney W. Fred Turner. Gideon chose well, for Turner was well versed
creating exceptions such as insanity. The Gideon petition provided the
in local politics and would garner more respect than would an outside
opportunity for the court to overturn the decision entirely.
attorney. When the retrial commenced Aug. 5, 1963, Turner picked apart
The court appointed Abe Fortas, a Washington, D.C., attorney consid-
the testimony of both Henry Cook and the pool hall manager, proving that
ered one of the best in the country, to oppose Florida Assistant Attorney
Gideon could not possibly have hauled what was claimed to be stolen into
General Bruce R. Jacob, who was three years removed from law school.
the back of a taxicab. Ultimately, Turner even cast suspicion that Cook
Fortas argument was that no man, however intelligent, can conduct his
may have been a lookout for someone else who actually committed the
own defense adequately, while Jacob maintained that a universal right to
burglary.
counsel would overburden taxpayers and state bars while requiring the
Return to Hannibal
state to retry thousands of convicts.
The jury again took less than an hour to decide, this time reaching a
The Gideon v. Wainwright case was argued Jan. 15, 1963, at the U.S.
not guilty verdict. Free of all charges, the 53-year old Gideon looked like a
Supreme Court, and the hearing lasted for just over three hours. On March
man at least 15 years older with white hair and a gaunt figure. He would
18, the court ruled unanimously in favor of Gideon in what is still consid-
marry a fifth time, and he died in Fort Lauderdale without fanfare on

Jan. 18, 1972. At the request of the state, his family in Missouri accepted
his body and buried him in Hannibals Mount Olivet Cemetery in what
remained an unmarked grave until the eastern Missouri affiliate of the
American Civil Liberties Union donated one in 1984.
It is hard to overstate the importance of the Gideon decision over the
last 48 years in establishing legal rights to all American citizens across all
states; it reinforced a more literal reading of the Constitution as it refers to
personal rights. The case inspired the nonfiction book Gideons Trum-
pet by Pulitzer Prize winner Anthony Lewis in 1964, which became a
made-for-TV movie in 1980 starring Henry Fonda as Clarence Earl Gideon,
earning two Emmy nominations.
Is it possible to celebrate the impact of the court decision without
excusing or downplaying Gideons criminal record or personal life? Abso-
lutely. His criminal record and reputation as a drifter would not be at the Gideon's grave marker can be found along the northern slope of Mount Olivet Cemetery.
top of the list of admirable traits, but the native Hannibalian fought against
a legal system that he felt had violated his rights, and he did so against long Supreme Court, and if the Court had not taken the trouble to look for
odds. In winning the fight, he showed determination and courage as an merit in that one crude petition among all the bundles of mail it must
underdog, characteristics usually seen as positives. One can be proud that receive every day, the vast machinery of American law would have gone
a former Hannibalian played such a role in protecting civil liberties but on functioning undisturbed. But Gideon did write that letter, the Court
also admit that the same mans flaws are what led him into the situation. did look into the case; he was retried with the help of competent counsel,
Changing history found not guilty and released from prison after two years of punishment
As then-Attorney General Robert F. Kennedy said several months after for a crime he did not commit and the whole course of American legal
the verdict: history has been changed.
If an obscure Florida convict named Clarence Earl Gideon had not From an address to the New England Law Institute, 11/1/63 n
sat down in his prison cell with a pencil and paper to write a letter to the
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Dr. Richard Valucks tips for a heart-healthy summer
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ummer can pose some serious dangers TO ones
heart health, due to high temperatures and high
humidity levels. What you need to be aware of
in the summer is the potential effects of being
exposed to high heat. If you dont pay atten-
tion to the heat and how it affects your body
temperature, you could be in danger of heat
exhaustion, or worse, heat stroke.
Dr. Richard Valuck of Hannibal Regional Medical Group offers
his advice about the heat and its effect on your heart health.
Heat exhaustion and heat stroke are the two biggest concerns
in the summer. They are a part of a continuum where you get hot,
Dr. Richard Valuck and his wife, Jenny, participate in the 2015 Hannibal Cannibal.
tired, exhausted, then you put yourself at risk for heat stroke,
Valuck says. Young children and the elderly are most at risk to suffer from
Heat exhaustion can be fixed by simply stopping your physical heat-related issues.
activity in the sun, going inside and drinking cold water or using People ages 15 to 60 usually know their limits and the condi-
cool damp towels on your body to lower your body temperature. tions they can be active in. However, children and the elderly may
Heat stroke, however, is much more serious and requires medi- sometimes overestimate how active they can be in the heat,: Valuck
cal attention. says. They are not always as conscious to take breaks or hydrate as
If you or someone you know becomes hot but is not sweating others are.
and is becoming confused, take them to the doctor or emergency The most important thing for people of all ages to know is what
room of call 911 immediately, he says. you should and shouldnt do. On hot days when you are at risk to
become overheated, make sure to bring along plenty of water and
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stay hydrated and in the shade as much as possible even wearing
Brace yourself for a winning smile! a hat helps keep you shaded and cooled down to a small but helpful
degree. When the heat index is more than 100 degrees, you defi-
nitely should not be doing any strenuous activity outdoors.
Dr. Valuck, an avid runner, each year join the Hannibal Cannibal
to support Hannibal Regional, and knows that exercising and heat
can sometime pose a danger.
When exercising, staying hydrated is critical drink lots of
water, but, more than that, you need to keep your electrolytes in
balance so Gatorade is a great option. Be sure to check the hu-
midity and heat index for the day again, you do not want to be
out when it is overly humid or the heat index is over 100 degrees,
Valuck said. If you exercise outside, plan to do so when the temper-
ature is cooler, either in the morning or evening. Most importantly,
if you are someone who has a history of heart problems, make sure
Dr. Russell is a licensed specialist in
you get the OK from your doctor or cardiologist to start a workout
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routine.
If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you
should see your doctor or a cardiologist as soon as possible: chest
heaviness, out-of-proportion or worsening shortening of breath,
Dr. Lisa Russell lightheadedness, near passing out, irregular heart palpitations or
655 Clinic Road, Suite 110 any symptom new or unusual to you.
Hannibal, MO63401
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573-221-0001 www.nemoortho.com
Regional Health Systems, call 573-629-3300. n

Hannibal Clinic, Blessing Physician
Services to partner in heart care
By Steve Eighinger
An agreement between the Hannibal Clinic and Blessing Physician asked by Dr. Bukstein to help serve the needs of Hannibal Clinic patients,
Services is designed to enhance local heart care. said Maureen Kahn, president and CEO of Blessing Health System. In
Blessing Physicians Services cardiologists Steven Krause, John Ham- addition to visionary leadership, Hannibal Clinic offers an outstanding
mock and Irving Schwartz will follow a rotating schedule, seeing patients medical staff using the latest technology to provide care in fantastic
on a weekly basis at Hannibal Clinic. They will be working alongside Dr. facilities.
Richard Jy Ha, a longtime Hannibal Clinic cardiologist whose specialty BPS looks forward to assisting Hannibal Clinic in its work to fight
is cardiovascular disease, and whose particular areas of interest include Americas No. 1 killer, heart disease.
heart failure, valvular heart disease and cardiac arrhythmia particu- Schwartz, Krause and Hammock will apply for privileges at Hannibal
larly atrial fibrillation and dyslipidemia. Regional Hospital to direct the inpatient care of Hannibal Clinic cardiol-
The agreement between Hannibal Clinic and BPS took effect May 31. ogy patients should hospitalization be necessary.
The physicians and staff of the Hannibal Clinic are very pleased and We believe health care should be local, said Scott Koelliker, execu-
excited to be partnering with Blessing to continue to provide outstand- tive vice president of BPS. The goal of this agreement is to provide the
ing cardiology care to our patients and keep their care available within care Hannibal Clinic cardiology patients need without them having to
our communities, said Dr. Michael Bukstein, Hannibal president and travel any further.
CEO. Koelliker says the team of Schwartz, Krause and Hammock will begin
Hannibal Clinic and Blessing Health System share a similar ap- seeing patients two to three days a week at Hannibal Clinic, with the pos-
proach to the delivery of patient care, and we are honored to have been sibility of additional clinic days according to patient need.
BPS was established in 2005 as part of the Blessing Health System. It
is a multi-specialty practice group serving West-Central Illinois, North-
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There will be no change in the way Hannibal Clinic cardiology
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Hannibal Library to host

mini-golf reading event
Hannibal Free Public Librarys
JunE 29 2 to 4 p.m.
Summer Reading Program is in full
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Exhibits Hannibal
All in the fAmily
Through Aug. 6, 9 a.m. To 5 p.m. MondAy,
WednesdAy-FridAy; 11 a.m. To 2 p.m. sATurdAy
arts
Mary Ann Brinkley (painting), Art McConnell (photography),

the late Arvids Danielson (oils), Peter Danielsons (stained Glass),
Jane Danielsons (watercolor), Elizabeth Danielsons (mixed Media)
MOnOCHROMaTiC: Open Exhibit
THE PHOTOGRaPHY CHannEl: Flowers
Sponsored by: Milly Johnson & LaBinnah Bistro
SeCOnD SAtURDAy
GAlleRy niGht
sATurdAy, July 9, 5-8 p.m.
Hannibal alliance art Gallery, 112 North Main

Drawing for a piece of artwork at 6 p.m.
Hannibal arts Council, 105 S. Main
Drawing for a piece of artwork at 6:30 p.m.
Gallery 310, 310 North Main
Drawing for a piece of artwork at 7 p.m.
Give yourself a treat, get out of the house and stroll Hannibals
beautiful Downtown galleries each Second Saturday art, wine,
friends and special events the perfect combination!
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arty party
FUNKY FISH
Friday, July 8, 7 p.m.
Full fabrication of
granite, marble, and
soapstone countertops.
Certified dealers for

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guaranteed installation. Arty Party programs are for those looking to have a fun time while creat-
ing art. We provide the art supplies and a professional artist to lead you.
Invest in the best with Wilson Granite! $25 for HAC members/$35 for non-members. Must be 21 years of age or
older to participate. Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main.
208 Stoddard St. Monroe City, MO 63456 Reservations: 573-221-6545 or reservations@hannibalarts.com
573-735-4252 www.wilsongranite.com

FIRST FRIDAY ART ADVENTURES
There will not be a First Friday Art Adventure in July, but watch out
for our Wild & Wacky Art Adventure in August.
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ART IN THE OPEN BIllBOARd CONTEsT
NOW WITH A YOUTH DIVISION!
Entries are now being accepted for 3rd Annual ART IN THE
OPEN Billboard Art Contest to promote the arts in the Hannibal
area. The Top 5 winners in the contest will have their images fea-
tured on a series of billboards. The contest is being coordinated by
the Hannibal Arts Council in partnership with Lamar Outdoor Ad-
vertising and Independents Service Company. The contest is open
to professional and non-professional artists 18 years of age or older
who live within a 50-mile radius of Hannibal and new this year, we
will also choose one winner from a youth 13-17 division. The goal of
the project is to capture the creative spirit of all art forms repre-
sented in Northeast Missouri.
CONTEST GUIDELINES: hannibalarts.com

DEADLINE: Aug. 1, 2016

LIVE@105 BrEw rEVoLutIon
Sunday, July 3 6 p.m. Saturday, July 2 noon to 5 p.m.
Craft Beer
Tasting
Bird and Main
parking lot, Downtown
Hannibal
Jazz Trio $15 at the gate (no
pre-sales)
Ptah Williams (Piano), Marty Morrison
(Drums), Nathan Pence (Upright Bass) WHAT YOUR brews from 18 specialty brewers in the
$15 General Public ($10 HAC members) ADMISSION INCLUDES: Entrance into Golden Eagle Distributing family will be
Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S Main St. the event area, tasting tickets, souvenir featured.
tasting glass and live music on the La-
All proceeds benefit the Hannibal
gunitas Brewing Stage featuring Mercer
Arts Council and Hannibal History
& Johnson, Frate and Mike Moore. Craft
Museum. n

Hannibal Parks & Recreation Events
www.hannibalparks.org
Upcoming events Keep in Touch

Hannibal Aquatic Center More information available at hannibalparks.org
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Minimum age of 4, $40 per person, 24 slots available in each
session
Sunday Funday for Hannibal Aquatic Center
July Morning session
Registration Deadline: July 8 June 26: American Kids Day: Anyone who wears red, white and blue
Lessons: July 11-14 and July 18-21 (Monday-Thursday) gets in free.
Time: 11-11:40 a.m. July 3 Fun Run Day: Anyone who participated in the kids Hannibal
July Evening session Cannibal Fun Run gets in free, must have ticket
Registration Deadline: July 8 July 10 First Responders Day: First responders get in free with ID
Lessons: July 11-14 and July 18-21 (Monday-Thursday) July 17 Grandparents Day: Grandparents admission is free when
Time: 6:10-6:50 p.m. purchasing regular price admission for child
Register at Parks & Recreation (320 Broadway)- Call (573)-221- July 24: Cardboard Boat Races Day: Anyone who participates in the
0154 Cardboard Boat Races on July 23 gets in free, must have ticket
July 31: Star Swimmer Day: Anyone who participates in swimming les-
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8 a.m.-noon Saturdays in Central Park July 23 at Hannibal Aquatic Center
Fresh, locally grown produce and handmade goods 8 a.m. Boat check-in, 9 a.m. first launch
Contact Diane Speed, 573-629-7487, info@HCPFM.com for $10 per boat, must be registered by July 18 at Hannibal Parks &
vendor information Recreation office at City Hall, 320 Broadway
Tai chi or yoga in the park at 9 a.m. Rules and regulations at hannibalparks.org
Hannibal Central Park Farmers Market Hannibal Ramp Park at Huckleberry Park
Open noon to dark every day weather permitting
4-7 p.m. Tuesdays in Central Park
Must wear helmets, available for rental
Babies and Books Users under 18 must have a waiver signed by parent or guardian
10 a.m.-noon July 7 at Huckleberry Park Ramp Park is for roller skates, roller blades, skateboards, bi-
Stories and activities for kids 0-2 cycles and scooters
Co-sponsored by Hannibal Free Public Library and FACT
Sodalis Nature Preserve walking trail
Stand-Up Paddle Yoga The paved walking path at Hannibals newest park has been mea-
July 16 at Hannibal Aquatic Center sured at about 2 miles
Sessions at 8-9:45 a.m. and 10-11:45 a.m. The 185-acre park property that was given to the city to preserve
Only 10 people per class, open to all skill levels, all equipment provided endangered bats is now Hannibals second-largest park
$25, Must register at City Hall, 320 Broadway The street address of the parking lot is 819 Ely St.
Only non-motorized recreational activity is allowed, such as hiking,
running and biking
Trail map is available at hannibalparks.org
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Senior Adult Dances Admiral Coontz Recreation Center
Noon to 3 p.m. Wednesdays at Admiral Coontz Recreation Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Center Basketball, pickleball, games, puzzles, sports with equipment
Music provided by Uptown Strings available for use
Toddler Tuesdays Play Without Boundaries Sensory Room
9-11 a.m. Tuesdays at Admiral Coontz Recreation Center Games, puzzles and Imagination Playground blocks for all-inclu-
Each adult is allowed to bring no more than four children and sive indoor play for adults and children
must sign in with the attendant Admiral Coontz Recreation Center
Summer Sand Volleyball Leagues Scavenger Hunts
Sand volleyball courts on Mo. 79 available for play unless rented Scavenger hunt at Central Park, Nipper Park, Mark Twain Memo-
rial Lighthouse Trail and Huckleberry Park (free)
Prizes from Big Muddy B-B-Q, Chocolaterie Stam, Paddlewheel
Indoor Walking
Popcorn and Logues Restaurant
Admiral Coontz Recreation Center is open for walkers Clues at HPR office at City Hall, 320 Broadway; and HVCB office,
12 laps equal 1 mile 505 N Third St.
Disc Golf
Huckleberry Park 18-hole course is open during daytime hours

Discs are for sale at the Ramp Park but Frisbees can be used
just as easily
Dog Park
The Dempsey Dog at Sixth and Ely Streets has separate areas for
small and large dogs
Open every day from dawn to dusk
Shelter rentals
Park shelter rentals are available

Kiwanis Park, Riverview Park, Huckleberry Park, Central Park,
Glascocks Landing and Y Mens Pavilion
Shelters without electricity are $15 for 6 hours or $20 for all day
Shelters with electricity are $20 for 6 hours or $30 for all day
Born Learning Trail
$10 per boat, must be registered by July 18 Interactive series of 10 outdoor games around Huckleberry Park
at Hannibal Parks & Recreation office playground
at City Hall, 320 Broadway. Several new pieces of all-inclusive playground equipment, in-
Rules and regulations at www.hannibalparks.org
cluding two handicap-accessible swings and musical instruments n
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Enjoy special offers on pizza and Pepsi from Cassanos (see nibal Cannibal on July 2nd (see page 21).
page 4). Java Jive is offering $0.50 off (see page 33).
Danni Nicoles is offering 30-50% off select merchandise start- NEMO Orthodontics offers free consultations (see page 34).
ing July 2nd (see page 7). Audibel Hearing offers complimentary ear inspection and hear-
HNB Bank is holding a calendar photo contest (see page 11). ing evaluations (see page 37).
Splash Landing at Mark Twain Landing is hosting a number of Full Service Roofing is offering special spring pricing (see page
events beginning July 4th (see page 14). 39).
Wavelengths is offering a $1,000 bonus package (see page 15). Hannibal Parks & Recreation is hosting cardboard boat races
Norwoods Golf Course has a 2-person scramble every Monday July 23rd (see page 44).
night (see page 19). Y101 Radio is hosting a giveaway for a trip to Jamaica (see page
Hannibal Parks and Recreation is holding a stand-up paddle 45).
yoga class on July 16th (see page 21). Mark Twain Cave is holding a Bear Creek Rendezvous August 13-
Hannibal Regional Foundation is hosting the 21st Annual Han- 14th (see page 49).
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LOCAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
July
ONGOING EVENTS
Through August
Hannibal Cavemen baseball, Clemens Field. Schedule: cavemenbaseball.
com or 573-221-1010.
Thursdays-Sundays through October

4 p.m.: Mark Twain impersonator Jim Waddell will perform The
Inspiration of Tom Sawyer in the Mark Twain Museum Gallery
Auditorium, 120 N. Main, Hannibal. No charge. 573-221-9010.
Through Aug. 12
Summer Day Camp, YMCA of Hannibal. 6 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through
Friday, ages 3 to 12. Information: 573-221-0586.
WELCOME HOME! Catch Cavemen baseball through August at Clemens Field.
Choosing a care facility for your Through July, 31

24-hour Licensed
loved ones home away from Nursing Staff
The work of fiber artist, Karen Ihrig, and photographer, Andrea
home is a difficult decision. Linderman, will be on display at the Alliance Art Gallery in July. 112 North
In-house Physical Main, Hannibal.
Luther Manors goal is to fulfill Therapy
not only each residents physical,
mental, and emotional needs, Contract with
but social and spiritual as well. Licensed Physical,
Occupational, and
Speech Therapy
In-house Podiatry,
As we celebrate our Optometry, Lab &
X-Ray
nations freedom,
we honor the courageous
men and women
dedicated to preserving it.
Through Aug. 6
All in the Family - Mary Ann Brinkley, painting; Art McConnell,
Luther Manor
photography; the late Arvids Danielson, oils; Peter Danielsons, stained
3170 Hwy 61 Hannibal, MO glass; Jane Danielsons, watercolor; Elizabeth Danielsons, mixed media.
Retirement & Nursing Center

573-221-5533 Also Monochromatic exhibit and The Photography Channel, flowers.
Opening reception 5-7 p.m. June 24. Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S. Main.
www.luthermanorhannibal.com
573-221-6545.

July
Friday, July 8
LOCAL EVENTS 5-7 p,m.: Relax and unwind with a live band, cold drinks and a good time
sponsored by the Y-Mens Club. The event benefits the Hannibal YMCA
Friday, July 1, to Monday, July 4 and is held at the Y-Mens Pavilion on Hill Street.
61st annual Tom Sawyer Days: www.visithannibal.com/events-festivals or 7 p.m.: Hannibal Arts Councils Arty Party: Funky Fish. Hannibal Arts
573-795-6233. Council, 105 S Main St. $25 for HAC members/$35 for non-members.
Must be 21 years of age or older to participate.
7:30 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Alice in Wonderland. 212 Broadway,

Friday, July 1 Hannibal. Tickets: BluffCityTheater.com or 573-719-3226.
Hannibal. Tickets: BluffCityTheater.com or 573-719-3226.
Saturday, July 9
2 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Alice in Wonderland. 212 Broadway,
Saturday, July 2 Hannibal. Tickets: BluffCityTheater.com or 573-719-3226.
7 a.m.: 21st annual Hannibal Cannibal, downtown Hannibal. 5K/10K/15K
runs begin at 7. 5K walk begins at 7:05. Proceeds benefit Hannibal 5-8 p.m.: Second Saturday Gallery Night. Hannibal Alliance Art Gallery,
Regional Foundations Back to Better campaign. For information or to 112 North Main.
register: hannibalcannibal.com or 573-629-3577.
9 a.m.: Fun Run for children 10 and under, downtown Hannibal. Benefits
Hannibal Childrens Center. Information: hannibalcannibal.com or 573-
629-3577.
Miss Hannibal Scholarship Pageant is hosting its annual baby contest

and Little Miss Hannibal and Little Mr. Hannibal pageant as part of
Tom Sawyer Days. The contest will be at Hannibal Middle School. For
information, contact Barbara Stewart, director, at 673-221-5414 or
stemb9@charter.net.
12-5 p.m.: Brew Revolution: Craft Beer Tasting. Bird and Main Parking
Lot, Downtown Hannibal. $15 at the gate.
2 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Alice in Wonderland. 212 Broadway,

Sunday, July 3
6 p.m.: LIVE@105 Jazz Trio. Hannibal Arts Council, 105 S Main St. $15
General Public ($10 HAC Members).
Monday, July 4
8:15-9 p.m.: Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration.
Thursday, July 7
7-9 p.m.: Music Under the Stars. Enjoy free outdoor concerts in front
of Mark Twains Boyhood at 7:00 pm every Thursday in June, July and
August. Food and drinks are available for purchase during the concert.

July
Wednesday, July 13 Saturday, July 16
7:30 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Best of Enemies. 212 Broadway, Hannibal. 7 p.m.: 2016 Missouri vs. Illinois
Tickets: BluffCityTheater.com or 573-719-3226. High School All-Star Baseball Game.
Clemens Field in Hannibal. (Rain date
July 17 at 7:00 p.m.)
Thursday, July 14 7:30 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Best of

Enemies. 212 Broadway, Hannibal.
7-9 p.m.: Music Under the Stars. Enjoy free outdoor concerts in front Tickets: BluffCityTheater.com or 573-
of Mark Twains Boyhood at 7:00 pm every Thursday in June, July and 719-3226.

Sunday, July 17
1-6 p.m. Queen of the Mississippi
Riverboat Docking. Dates and/or
times are subject to change, please
Friday, July 15 refer to www.VisitHannibal.com
7:30 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Alice in Wonderland. 212 Broadway, or call 573-221-2477 for the latest
Hannibal. Tickets: BluffCityTheater.com or 573-719-3226. updates.
Wednesday, July 20
2 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Best of Enemies. 212 Broadway, Hannibal.
Tickets: BluffCityTheater.com or 573-719-3226.

Thursday, July 21
6 p.m.: Hannibal Arts Councils Arty Party: Sailing Away. Hannibal Arts
Council, 105 S Main St. $25 for HAC members/$35 for non-members.
Must be 21 years of age or older to participate.
7:30 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Best of Enemies. 212 Broadway, Hannibal.
Friday, July 22
7:30 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Best of Enemies. 212 Broadway, Hannibal.
Saturday, July 23
2 & 7:30 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Alice in Wonderland. 212 Broadway,

July
Tuesday, July 26
12-5 p.m. Queen of the Mississippi Riverboat Docking. Dates and/or
times are subject to change, please refer to www.VisitHannibal.com or
call 573-221-2477 for the latest updates.
Wednesday, July 27
2 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Best of Enemies. 212 Broadway, Hannibal.

Thursday, July 28
2-6 p.m.: Queen of the Mississippi Riverboat Docking. Dates and/or times
are subject to change, please refer to www.VisitHannibal.com or call 573- Queen of the Mississippi
221-2477 for the latest updates.

Friday, July 29
Saturday, July 30
2 & 7:30 p.m.: Bluff City Theater: Alice in Wonderland. 212 Broadway,
Sunday, July 31
1-6 p.m. Queen of the Mississippi Riverboat Docking. Dates and/or times
are subject to change, please refer to www.VisitHannibal.com or call 573-
221-2477 for the latest updates.
Saturday, August 6
9 a.m.-12 p.m.: Hannibal Arts Councils Wild & Wacky Art Adventure. Free
Hands-On Art Festival for kids ages 3 to 12. Central Park.
For Hannibal Free Public Library Events,

visit hannibal.lib.mo.us

REGIONAL CALENDAR OF EVENTS
July
Monday, July 4
ONGOING EVENTS 7:30 p.m.: Quincy Park Band Independence Day Concert. Illinois
Veterans Home, Quincy, Ill. Information: quincyparkband.com
Through August
Quincy Gems baseball, QU Stadium, 18th & Sycamore. Schedule:
quincygems.com.
Friday, July 8
Through July
Nauvoo Pageant & Britich Pageant. 8:30 p.m. Nauvoo. Ill. More 5:30-9:30 p.m.: Blues in the District, Washington Park, Quincy.
information at nauvoopageant.org
Friday, July 8- Sunday July 10
REGIONAL EVENTS All Day: Titan Firecracker Classic hosted by Sheridan Swim Club. 3915 S.
24th St. Quincy, Ill.
Friday, July 1
12 p.m.: Cruisin For the Kids Cruise Night. 1200 Mulholland St. Nauvoo,
Ill. Fireworks to follow at 9:30 p.m. For additional details visit www. Sunday, July 10
beautifulnauvoo.com 6:30 p.m.: Quincy Park Band Concert. Madison Park, Quincy, Ill.
7 p.m.: Members, Guild and Permanent Collection Opening Reception,

Quincy Art Center, 1515 Jersey. quincyartcenter.org.
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Thursday, July 21 - Sunday, July 24 and Thursday, July 28 - Sun- Friday, July 22
day, July 31 5:30-9:30 p.m.: Blues in the District, Washington Park, Quincy.
Sister Act, Quincy Community Theatre. 1qct.org. 217-222-3209.
Saturday, July 23
Sunday, July 17 7-9:30 p.m.: Dark River Derby Coalition roller derby match, Scotties Fun
Spot, 8000 Broadway, Quincy.
11 a.m.-1:00 p.m.: Golden Historical Society: Annual Sweet Corn Dinner.
Golden Windmill Facilities Banquet Hall.
6:30 p.m.: Quincy Park Band Concert. Madison Park, Quincy, Ill.
Sunday, July 24
6:30 p.m.: Quincy Park Band Concert. Madison Park, Quincy, Ill.
Wednesday, July 20
7 p.m.: Quinsippi Needleworkers Stitch In. First Union Congregational
Saturday, August 27
Church, 12th and Maine, Quincy, Ill.
8 a.m.: Casa Fun Bubble Run (Register by August 8 to guarantee your
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Look around and appreciate what you see
By Hick Finn
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be caught with the same smirks. To us it is just the river, but to them it is
acation season is always at the top of everyones list. If you
everything theyve ever read and more, brought to life before them in living
are fortunate enough to get time away and have the money
color.
to do so, then you are truly fortunate.
I guess that is the equivalent of my commenting on the majesty of a
People travel here to see what old Mark Twain was brag-
snow-capped mountain peak in late July, and a Colorado local resident
ging about. It is food for thought. We have so much beauty
responding, I reckon its nice.
in the scenic rivers and lands around us. The area is abundant with history,
I was mesmerized by the angelfish in the Caribbean Sea that were the
yet most of us remain oblivious. People travel from the far reaches of the
size of Frisbees, nibbling at my legs as we waded into the surf. I enthusiasti-
worlds continents to visit here.
cally shared my experience with a local and asked if fish encounters happen
Local residents, for the most part, just live life and ignore the obvious.
often. He responded with a Si. Yes. and walked away shaking his head.
We sure dont waste any time packing when we have the opportunity to
Unless you travel the country or the world regularly, all you really know
travel. It seems like we are always ready for a new adventure at my house.
and understand is what your immediate surroundings contain. We are like
When the old phrase The grass is always greener on the other side...
humans in a giant aquarium. It is past time to appreciate all that we have
was coined, I think it hit home for most people. I love the mountain states:
here at home and in the area.
the sights, sounds, smells, the wildlife and every grand thing about them.
I suggest being informative to tourists, and as you travel, the favor will
The same holds true for my wife and her quest for palm-tree-covered white
be reciprocated. Tell them the things they need to see that arent always
beaches, complete with the blue ocean surf crashing against them in the
found in travel brochures. In a way, we are all tour guides for our area. Em-
tropical sun.
brace that and be proud of all that we have to show the world.
I dont want to say that we all become bored in our daily lives, but it
My last bits of advice are to slow down and appreciate what we have
seems to be the case more often than not. When we travel, I find it almost
here. Vacations can take many forms and be within 30 minutes to two
bewildering that people can live in such beauty and yet be so numb to their
hours from your home. Begin to live your life. We all cant travel a lot, but do
surroundings. When you have grown up in an area or spent the bulk of
save up a little and try to stretch your travels beyond the limits of our area.
your life there, you just focus on your daily endeavors. Humans are big fans
Sometimes a change of scenery is a mind-refreshing experience. Enjoy your
of routine.
experiences and take lots of pictures. Living is about compiling memories,
When people make a fuss and photograph the Mississippi River, I just
and there is no better time to start living than today.
smile and shake my head. I am certain locals at our travel destinations can
Life is short. Make the most of it! n

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Live at the Tanyard

Eric Paslay headlining Tanyard concerts

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Natalie Stoval and the Drive return to Hannibal

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Almost KISS rock and roll all night almost

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Blacktop South covers many genres

Blacktop South is a regional touring band

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Music Under the Stars offers evening entertainment

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Painting like Tom did

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Famous fence-painting competition

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Are you up for the Cannibal? By Chris Maune

July 17 - Margaritaville Weekend

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10292 Highway O 14025 Turkey Run Ct. 719 Country Club

20 Suellen 157 Pioneer Trail 5471 Walnut Ridge

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204 Rolling Meadows 8 Village Rd. 28 Ridgewood

14312 Sawyer Dr. 5 Parkview 520-522 Lunar Dr.

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Arts and crafts festival

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Plan Your Next Event

Norwoods State Representative

Bob Boone Classic 2-Couple Scramble

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Parading through the streets

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The Grand Prix of Tricycling

The Grand Prix of Tricycling is open to chil-

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