FLORENCE– The July First Fridays event will change dates to accommodate the July 4th Spirit of Freedom Celebration. The July event will be Thursday July 3, from 5-8 p.m. in downtown Florence. “It’s going to be a busy weekend, and this will be a fun way for folks to begin their Independence Day celebrations,” said Lexi Sandlin, the First Fridays committee chairwoman. In addition to the change in days, First Fridays will play host to a classic car cruise-in on Court Street
from Tuscaloosa to Irvine streets. The street will close at 4 p.m. to accommodate the car owners, and The Cadillacs are set to perform in the Irvine Street area. Robin Wade, of Robin Wade Furniture, will also be on hand providing information about the No Raft Race that is scheduled to take place on Cypress Creek on July 19.
Local Saints
The Sprigs will launch the concerts on the Big River Broadcasting stage beginning at 5:30 p.m. At 6:45 p.m., Follow Apollo will play for an hour, and their set will be followed by The Local Saints at 8 p.m. who will be celebrating the launch of their new album. “First Fridays in July is going to be exciting,” Sandlin said. “We’re looking forward to the new events as well as hosting the talented and varied vendors who are the staple of each First Fridays.” More than 75 vendors have been approved for participation in First Fridays in April. Among the artisans and crafters are those who make jewelry, soap, and clothing, as well as woodworkers and candlemakers. First Fridays, which is sponsored by Listerhill Credit Union, is a committee of Downtown Florence Unlimited and takes place the first Friday of every month during March through December. Big River Broadcasting sponsors the music stage. MEDIA RELEASE/FIRST FRIDAY/MICHELLE RUPE EUBANKS/COMMUNITY RELATIONS DIRECTOR
