Greenwood’s summer fireworks display show asking for help

Location of fireworks display: Whittington Park.
City: Greenwood
State: MS
Date: 26th June

Show contact: chamber at 453-4152.
Event website:
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Details:Fireworks lovers are being called on to help support Greenwood’s annual summer show in Whittington Park.
“Stars and Stripes in the Park,” sponsored by the Greenwood-Leflore County Chamber of Commerce, is scheduled for June 26. It begins at dark.The event receives some public money but relies heavily on private donations. Beth Stevens, the chamber’s executive director, said many individuals and organizations have cut their giving for the show this year because of the tight economy. On top of that, the price of fireworks is up 30 percent, she said.Those factors prompted a “Save Our Fireworks!” campaign. Cans are being placed at businesses around town to collect money, and funds are now being accepted at the chamber.“This is a free community event, and we certainly want to keep it that way,” Stevens said.
Prior to the fireworks, the Greenwood Community Concert Band will perform patriotic favorites as always, and Under the Gun, a local Southern rock group, will also play. Stevens said she is working on booking a gospel group.Food vendors will be present, and attendees are welcome to bring picnic meals as well.Games and inflatables will be set up for children.To make a donation, call the chamber at 453-4152.