Desert Messenger July 15, 2015 Jul. 2015 | Page 5

July 15, 2015 Independence Day celebration a huge success By Joanne Winer The annual 4th of July celebrations and fireworks were held last Friday, and in spite of the change of date, the crowds still came and had a great time. The event started at 5 p.m. with everyone gathered around the north side of the pavilion where all the food and drinks were set up. The Rotary had hot dogs and nachos, Operation Hero Comfort had sodas and water, and Love’s were selling corn on the cob to raise money for the Children’s Miracle Network, a charity that they sponsor every year. Richard Oldham donated free watermelon again this year. There were also lots of great activities for the kids (and some adults). The Quartzsite Youth Council helped setting up the games and the dunk tank, and the kids had a blast. They also provided free glow sticks for the children. Proud Neighbors of Quartzsite had a great time with rock painting for kids and adults too! The Parks and Recreation Dept. helped set up games, checked the garbage and set up and filled th