PRESS RELEASE

For Immediate Release

Contact: Barb Trueman, Marketing/PR June 26, 2014

Stillwater Visitors Bureau

651-430-1068, or 651-351-1717

www.DiscoverStillwater.com

Photographs: Attached, or download from www.DiscoverStillwater.com/gallery

Stillwater, Mn: JULY 4th and Beyond in Stillwater, MN

JULY 4th STILLWATER CELEBRATION

Despite the St. Croix River Flooding situation, the Stillwater 4th of July Celebration goes on with a huge fireworks display over the river at 10PM synchronized to music. View from the Historic Courthouse, Lowell Park, Pioneer Park and outdoor dining decks.

RIVER ACTIVITIES IN STILLWATER DURING RIVER FLOODING

Reviews from kayakers, water board enthusiasts, Gondola Romantica and canoeists are reporting that the added flood waters of the St. Croix River at Stillwater have added to the enjoyment of these sports at this time.

STILLWATER LOG JAM EVENT

July 17-20, Thursday-Sunday. This new community event, replacing Lumberjack Days, is filled with live music, tournaments, a soap-box derby, lumberjack demonstrations and a parade. The event kicks-off on Thursday with a Talent Show and Ice Cream Social at the Historic Courthouse, 101 W. Pine Street. Most events take place in Lowell Park, downtown Stillwater. For a complete line-up of event times and performances visit www.StillwaterLogJam.com

VINTAGE BASEBALL EXHIBITION IN STILLWATER

The St. Croix Baseball Club. offers, free to-the-public, vintage 1860’s rules ballgames on July 19th, Saturday, starting at 11AM at the Old Athletic Field on the corner of Orleans and 6th Street, Stillwater. Cheer on the teams dressed in Civil War period baseball uniforms.

ART ON MAIN in STILLWATER

The art galleries of Stillwater join together on July 18 from 6-9PM and July 19 from 11AM-5PM to celebrate and showcase Stillwater’s art scene in historic downtown Main Street. Friday night features an artist reception. Free.

SUMMER TUESDAYS IN STILLWATER

Family fun free event at Lowell Park, downtown Stillwater, every Tuesday night July 8-August 19 featuring live stage music, market vendors, and an outdoor first-rate family movie at dusk. New this year, boaters can watch the movies being shown on the new two-sided screen visible from the park and the St. Croix River. To preview a list of the movies: www.DiscoverStillwater.com/Events

LADIES NIGHT OUT! MAIN STREET HISTORIC STILLWATER

Five times per year, the Independent Business Association of Stillwater, offer a special night out for ladies to take advantage of shopping specials, food and drink samples complete with prizes and fun. July 10th, Thursday, from 5PM-8:30PM offers “Celebrate Your Independents!” as the theme.

ANNUAL ST CROIX GARDEN TOUR IN STILLWATER AREA

Explore beautiful residential gardens of the Stillwater area on a self-driven tour of up to eight gardens, many with master gardeners to answer questions. Purchase tickets in advance for this annual fundraiser by calling Family Means at 651-439-4840.

LIFT BRIDGE ROAD RACE IN STILLWATER

Third annual “Run Stillwater” race, July 12, Saturday, offering a ten mile and 5K race starting at Lakeside Park in Bayport. For more information: stillwaterliftbridgeroadrace.com

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Photo courtesy of: St. Croix Vintage Baseball Team