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lates into seven days of fair fun and plenty of rides, cotton candy, farm animals, all kinds of exhibits and plenty of nightly Grandstand action. The annual week County Fair always features a whole week of family fun. This year, that trans- GIBSon CountY FaIR The annual Gibson and exhibit buildings, several stages, a large Pavilion, the Grand- stands and ample amounts of parking— all within minutes of U.S. 41 and downtown Princeton. Highlights include: of hot fun kicks off Sunday, July 8, and runs through Saturday, July 14, at the Gibson County Fairgrounds. The fairgrounds are located along North Embree Street on the north side of Princ- eton, near Princeton Community High School. With more than 60 acres of space, the fairgrounds feature numerous merchant hog wrestling, the Lucas Oil Truck & Tractor Pull along with the Farmers Pull; the Indiana Truck Pull- ing Association and the ever popular local truck pull; motorcross racing and a demolition derby. On Friday, July 8, is the fair's biggest event, the Toyota concert featuring country music singer, Hunter Hayes, whose chart topping singles are "Storm Warning" and "Wanted." grounds is $5 daily and all grandstand events are free. A full list can be found online at www.gibsoncountyfair. com Gibson County 4-H Fairgoers are also Admission to the encouraged to tour the 4-H Building and check out the work completed by the county's youth, who are students in grades 3 through 12. The Gibson County Newburgh, Warrick County n Historic newburgh Independence day Parade The town of Newburgh celebrates Independence Day with a lively parade filled with antique cars, music, floats and an electrifying performance by the Boon Squad, a powerful and talented drum line. Call 812-853-2815 for more information. June 30 June 30 Patoka Lake, Orange County n thunder over Patoka The sparkling lights from the shore light up the beach area while boaters view the fireworks from the waters. Fireworks may be viewed from many areas surrounding the lake. Fair Board provides the facilities at the fairgrounds so 4-H members can show- case their exhibits. The Pavilion serves as the livestock exhibit hall and show arena for everything from rabbits to sheep to goats to horses during the fair. Newburgh, Warrick County n Historic newburgh Fireworks Celebration Located on the riverfront, the Historic Newburgh Fireworks Celebration is a fireworks spectacular. Enjoy vendor booths with hotdogs, hambergers and Kiwanis ice cream. (Rain Date: July 6th) Starts at 9 p.m. or dusk. July 4 July 4 Evansville, Vanderburgh County n Fourth of July Celebration Downtown Evansville. Fireworks light up the sky along the Ohio River this July evening, celebrating America's in- dependence with flair and excitement. 6-9 p.m., fireworks just after sunset. Otwell, Pike County n Independence Celebration This annual event features a parade, food and fun for the entire family. Come celebrate the 4th of July in Otwell. Call 812-354-1278 for more information. July 4-7 July 7 Ferdinand, Dubois County n Monastery Summer Social Monastery Immaculate Conception, Ferdinand. For more information, call 812-367-1411. BBQ Cookout and a spectacular fireworks show, you will feel red, white and blue. An Independence Day celebra- tion to remember! Between the County n July 4th Celebration July 4 County 4-H Fair will activities start Monday, July 23, and runs all week through Friday, July 27, at Hornady Park in Petersburg. However this year The 2012 Pike deo will have indepen- dent shows beginning at 8 p.m. EDT on both Friday and Saturday night in the amphithe- ater. Each night, the Rodeo will feature bullriding, cowgirl's they will have a rodeo on Friday, July 20, and Saturday, July 21, just prior to the Fair. The Lone Star Ro- PIKE CountY FaIR A Gospel Sing is barrell races, saddle bronc riding, team roping, steer wrestling, cowgirls break away, calf roping and bare- back riding. The fair will kick off with their annual parade at 6 p.m. EDT on Sunday, July 22. Monday, July 23, will planned for Wednes- day, July 25. Thursday will be a 4-H Fair Queen pag- eant will be at 8 p.m. EDT Tuesday, July 24. feature the Little Mr. and Miss Pike County contest at 7 p.m. EDT followed by the Junior Miss Pike County at 8:30 p.m. EDT. The Miss Pike County will end the fair with a bang at 7 p.m. EDT on Friday, July 27. A fishing tourney is Night is set for Thursday at 8 p.m. EDT as well. A demolition derby big night featuring a DeWayne Spaw perfor- mance at 7 p.m. EDT prior to the hog wres- tling. There will also be a corn hole tourney at 6:30 p.m. EDT. The 4-H Family Fun Vincennes, Knox County n 'Happy Birthday america' Celebration The "Happy Birthday America" Cel- ebration will be held on the Fourth of July in downtown Vincennes. The annual "July 4th" Parade will step off at 6 p.m. EDT from 2nd & Hart Streets, travel to 7th & Hart, down 7th to Main Street, then down Main to Second, turning north onto Second Street to pass the reviewing stand in front of the Old State Bank Building. At dark (approximately 10 p.m. EDT) enjoy spectacular fireworks over the Wa- bash River sponsored by the American Legion Post #73. Note: The Memorial Bridge will shut down to ALL vehicular and pedestrian traffic at 6 p.m. EDT. July 4 Princeton, Gibson County n 4th of July Fireworks Gibson County Fairgrounds, Princeton. Fireworks are at dusk. July 4 scheduled for 8 a.m. to noon EDT on Friday. Huntingburg, Dubois County n YMI Picnic & Car Show Downtown Huntingburg. For more in- formation, visit huntingburgchamber.org. 14 n PIKE PUBLISHING n backyard advEntuRES: Summer and Fall 2012 French Lick, Orange JuLY 2012 July 1-4 Vincennes, Knox County n Knox County 'Cure tour' The Knox County "Cure Tour" will be Saturday, July 7, beginning at Lin- coln High School, 1545 S. Hart Street, Vincennes. Registration is at 7:30 a.m. EDT with the Ride beginning at 9 a.m. EDT. The proceeds from this scenic bicycle ride through Knox County will benefit Good Samaritan Breast Care Center and the Greater Evansville Affiliates of Susan G. Komen for the Cure. A free t-shirt will be given to those registered by June 15. For more information, please contact Susan Leonard at 812-888-4959, Amber Ger- kin at 812-890-4502 or email: info@ knoxcountycuretour.com. July 7 July 7-10 Lincoln City, Spencer County n the 50th anniversary Celebration of the Lincoln Boyhood national Memorial To commemorate the 50th anniver- sary of the Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial, a celebration featuring a variety of family-friendly events includ- ing a classic car show, live music from the 60s, and more will be held. July 8-14 PaGE 14 Princeton, Gibson County n 157th annual Gibson County Fair Gibson County Fairgrounds in Princeton. Hunter Hayes headlines the fair on Fri- day, July 13. Lots of rides, carnival foods, tractor pulls and 4-H competitions. Admission is charged. For more informa- tion, visit: www.gibsoncountyfair.com. July 13-14 Haysville, Dubois County n Haysville Sommerfest Summer festival features vendors, food and entertainment. For more informa- tion, call 812-695-3841. July 13-15 Wheatland, Knox County n Wheatfest The Wheatland Lions Club will have their Fourth Annual Wheatfest begin- PaGE 13