Centreville Day & Fireworks

In my opinion, the entire day was as perfect as can be. 

The Wharf Bulkhead and Boardwalk on Centreville Day 2011

This is a compilation of the months of work on the bulkhead and boardwalk, culminating in the completion of the bulkhead.

Here are some highlights from the day:

Our First Annual "A Taste of Centreville"  It was a huge success.

Thanks to all the restaurants who participated, including: Doc's Riverside Grille, Brique, Sugar Magnolia Cafe, Hillside, and of course Cassinelli Winery and G&G Distributors.  There were over 230 bracelets pre-sold and almost 400 total attendees!  This event was organized by our Downtown Business Association, Centreville Alive!  Great Job!

The 2 inflatable slides were a big hit!

Although we didn't have a lot of grass, the kids were still lining up for the waterslide!

Sam Kern and his team at Tents 4 Rent did a great job of setting up the inflatable slides and tents.  They were very professional and kept everyone safe, cool, and shaded. 

Kayak and Canoe rides were available to get people out on the water.

Thanks to the Corsica River Yacht Club for letting the town borrow their floating dock, Gunston School for providing the canoes, and Adventure Crafters for providing guided kayak tours.  Many people were able to get out on the Corsica River for the first time and see our beautiful river.

Adults and kids all got to enjoy the river.

Our first Kids Fishing Derby was a huge hit!

We had over 60 kids participate in the fishing derby.  Many different fish were caught, and a big thanks goes to the Corsica River Conservancy for running the derby.

Isaiah Mitchell catches the first fish.

I presented him with a trophy for the "First Fish"

The other trophies were for the largest/heaviest fish in the 3 age groups.

It definitely got a little chaotic with all those kids fishing and spectators watching.

DNR sent a Natural Resources Police Officer in his boat to help with any water related issues.  Thankfully there were none!

The Goodwill Volunteer Fire Department showed up in force and were ready for any emergencies!  Thankfully there were none.

The above view is from Watson Road as you drive into town.  This view is much nicer now, complete with a town sign and the living shoreline.

This is our information sign discussing the living shoreline and it's environmental benefits

We then had the Wharf Grand Opening.  Several dignitaries were present, including Congressman Harris, Delegate Jay Jacobs, Commissioner Bob Simmons & Dave Dunmyer. 

The Ribbon Cutting.  From Left: Town Manager Bob McGrory, QAC Commissioners Bob Simmons & Dave Dunmyer, Council Member George "Smokey" Sigler, Council Vice President Frank Ogens, Former Council President Mary McCarthy, Delegate Jay Jacobs, Council President McCluskey, Former Council President Norman Pinder, Parks Advisory Member Sandy Simpson, Congressman Andy Harris, Sheriff Gary Hoffman.

And it's open!

Centreville Wharf: Dedicated to the People of Centreville: Past, Present and Future

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BUT WAIT, THERE'S MORE!

Don't forget the fireworks!

Later that evening, across from the QAC High School, we put on a great fireworks display.  The fireworks were done by Fireworks Extravaganza of Maryland.  They have done the fireworks in the past for Queen Anne's County.  When budget issues caused QAC to eliminate fireworks, Centreville stepped up and decided to hold them here. It was a great team effort, from the Board of Ed, to the QAC Commissioners, to the Goodwill Fire Company and QAC Emergency Services.  Special thanks to the Centreville Police Department and Chief Rhodes for keeping everyone safe throughout the entire day.

Centreville Rotary kept everyone cool with Sno-Cones and cool drinks

There were people as far as the eye could see!

Even with the crowds, when it was all done, traffic moved quickly.

Here is a link to some of the fireworks:

View from the Northeast Corner, where the Living Shoreline/Pervious Pathway and Boardwalk meet.

Here is the view from Watson Road as you come into town.  We now have a beautiful living shoreline, new sidewalk, "Welcome" sign, parking lot, etc.  It's a really nice addition to the town.

All in all, it was a perfect day.  I am so proud to have the honor of serving on the Town Council of Centreville.  This is truly a great town, and this day embodies all the great things about being a small town.