July 11, 2002-2004

Colonial Williamsburg Comes to the Mountain

The lack of fireworks did not deter several thousand people from coming to the Lake Arrowhead Village to attend the giant community Fourth of July celebration sponsored by the Lake Arrowhead Village Merchants' Association.

Free pony rides, arts and crafts, various contests, the Mountain Fifes and Drums and the Robert O'Conner band highlighted the day. "The Lake Arrowhead Village was happy to pick up the pieces after the fireworks were cancelled and provide the community with a great party for the Fourth," said Laurie McDaniel, property manager for the Lake Arrowhead Village. "The Village wants everyone to know that we're here for our community and we're happy to be able to bring special events such as the Fourth of July celebration, weekend entertainment and locals' night back," McDaniel further explained.

A special thanks is extended to the Rim High Band Boosters who manned the beer and wine sales that day. A portion of those proceeds will be donated to the Band Boosters to help with their quest of raising $19,000 for new band uniforms.

During the performance of the Robert O'Conner band, a guest singer was introduced--Lake Arrowhead resident Roseanne Barr. She entertained the crowd, danced with the children in attendance and commented on what a great place Lake Arrowhead is in comparison to other areas of California.

Locals and tourists alike took part in the day and it was mentioned by many that Lake Arrowhead is the place to be for holiday celebrations. For upcoming events in the Village, be sure to watch the back page of the "B" section in the Mountain News, which features Village happenings.

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