BYTES FROM THE WEB - EVENTS LISTINGS

Anita Ford's BYTES FROM THE WEB
Nationwide Listing of Musters, Parades and Special Events

Submit fire musters, parades, firematic flea markets etc. to Anita Ford.
Please try to give at least 4 weeks notice when possible to allow time for posting.
Be advised that events listed may not be in exact chronological order.

25 - 27 June, 2009 - McAdoo, Pennsylvania

McAdoo FC Inc, will be hosting the 106th Annual Six County Fireman's Association Convention. Memorial Service Friday June 26 11:15 AM at All Saints Church. Saturday will be the Convention Parade starting at 2 PM. Fire Apparatus inspection will start at 9AM at the McAdoo Fire Co., Inc. South Kennedy Drive (State Route 309) in McAdoo till 12 Noon. For further details go to www.mcadoofireems.com or by calling Robert Leshko at 570-233-5987.

27 June 2009 - Shrewsbury, Pennsylvania

60th annual Shrewsbury VFC parade. Time 4:30 pm. There is no rain date. www.shrewsburyfire.com/

24 – 28 June 2009 – York Beach, Maine

FOOLS Convention hosted by the New England FOOLS, Central Mass FOOLS and the Southern New England FOOLS. Sunday June 28th, for those of you who still have it in you to stick around, this will round everything out nicely with a time honored New England tradition. York Beach Fire Department will be holding their “Field Day” muster. There will be teams and competitions run all day on ‘basic firemanship’ and a good time will be had by all before you set out for your respective homes. For a full schedule of events visit http://foolsinternational.com/events/Fools_Convention.shtml

27 June 2009- Reynoldsburg, Ohio

Central Ohio Antique Fire Apparatus Assoc. (COAFAA) 20^th Annual Antique Fire Apparatus Muster. At the Ohio State Fire Academy, 8895 East Main St., 8 am – 3 pm.. We'll have apparatus displays featuring antique and new equipment, Fire collectible flea market and a fun filled day for kids and adults rain or shine. For more info e-mail firetique57@sbcglobail.net or visit our web site http://coafaa.org/

28 June 2009 - Jamesburg, New Jersey

Tri-County Fire Assoc.,(Mid Jersey SPAAMFAA chapter)18^th Annual Antique Fire Apparatus Show, parade & firematic flea market. Thompson County Park, 10 am – 3 pm.. Contact famousflame@yahoo.com or oldflamefighters@aol.com for more info.

4 July 2009 – Osceola, Pennsylvania

87^th Annual Fireman’s Parade, Columbia Fire Company. Parade starts promptly at 11 a.m. All judging will be done in line of parade. For more details visit www.columbiafiredept.net:80/custom.html?id=4927

4 July 2009 - Natick, Massachusetts

I would like to extend an invitation to the Natick 4th of July parade. This parade is one the largest fire apparatus parades in the Metrowest. Come join us, this years parade is in honor of those who serve in our Police, Fire, and EMS agencies. Bring your new and old fire trucks and handtubs. Staging for apparatus is Rte. 27, at Rutledge Rd. by 08:30. Refreshments will be served at station #1 following the apparatus portion of the parade. For more information please e-mail DannyM86@aol.com

4 July 2009- Spreckels, California

Spreckels 4th of July Fun Muster. Join us for good old fashion fun in the park with muster games. Activities in the park near the elementary school.

10 July 2009 - Franklin, West Virginia

The members of the Franklin Volunteer Fire Department would like to invite your organization to participate in our annual Firefighter's Parade on Friday, July 10. The parade will line-up at 6:00 pm across from Thompson's Café Bella Restaurant, near the intersection of US Route 33 and US Route 220. The parade will begin to move at 7:00 pm and will follow Main Street to the Pendleton County Court House. Pre-registration is not necessary, units will be lined up in the order in which they arrive. Siren use will be permitted. Feel free to contact us with any questions. Eddie Caplinger: 304-668-3172, Charles Sisson: 304-216-5767 or Franklin VFD P.O. Box 902 Franklin, WV 26807-0902, 304-358-7994.

10 July 2009 - Marlinton, West Virginia

We would like to extend this invitation to your department to attend our annual Fire-Rescue Parade on Friday at 7:00 PM on the streets of beautiful Marlinton, West Virginia. Line-up for the parade will be held at the old shoe factory parking lot on North 2nd. Avenue in Marlinton beginning at 6:00 PM. Truck wash will be available at this location. Participants are asked not to throw candy or other items from apparatus during the parade, due to safety concerns. Contact: Marlinton Fire-Rescue, 709 Second Avenue Marlinton, West Virginia 24954. Phone: 304-799-4211.

11 July 2009 - Bayard, West Virginia

Annual Bayard Volunteer Fire Department Fireman's Parade. Line up at 6 pm, parade starts at 7 pm. Please no sirens allowed. Contact Mark DeWitt, 301-616-6131 for info.

11 July 2009 - Delta, Pennsylvania

Delta-Cardiff VFC Parade. The Delta-Cardiff VFC Parade Committee would like to invite you to participate in this years annual Fireman's Parade. The parade will commence at 5:00 pm sharp with line-up at 3:00 pm. All entries will receive their position upon arrival for line-up. The parade route will begin at the Delta-Peach Bottom Elementary School traveling down Main Street onto Dooley Road ending at Line Road entrance to the Mason-Dixon Fair parking area. Parade entries will be judged for Best Appearing and awards will be announced at 8:00 pm on the Fair Grounds at the pavilion adjacent to the food stand. If you require additional information regarding this year's parade, please contact Tony Hall emshall@gmail.comor 717-968-1165. Or visit www.masondixonfair.com/parade.htm for registration form.

11 July 2009 - Harrisburg, Pennsylvania

The Pennsylvania Pump Primers will hold their 34^th annual Antique Fire Apparatus Show and Muster from 10 AM to 4 PM in Riverfront Park, across from Harrisburg Hospital. Admission is free. The site offers excellent access to the Susquehanna River for riverside mass pumping, as well as a shady park setting for show apparatus and a flea market. It has been called one of the best muster locations in the country and is capable of staging over 100 rigs along the river for mass pumping, with room for more than 50 on static display.
Motorcade from registration area at 10:00 AM., mass pumping begins at 11 AM. Held rain or shine. For more information contact Cal Little, Muster Chairman, 329 Pine Hill Road, Hummelstown, PA 17036. Web site www.geocities.com/pumpprimer/muster.html

11 July 2009 - Germantown, Ohio

Miami Valley Antique 13th Annual Antique Fire Apparatus Show & Flea Market at Veterans Memorial Park, 75 N. Walnut St., 10 AM. to 4 PM. Takes place in a beautiful park which features numerous shade trees, a gazebo, a shelter house, a railroad depot, a log house, a caboose, and a playground area. Food for sale by the Germantown Firefighters Association. Bring the entire family for a fun "step-back-in-time" adventure. Free admission. Open to the public. Info: Bob McClain rmcclain3@woh.rr.com www.mvafaa.org

11 July 2009 – Port Jervis, New York

Port Jervis FD, Fireman’s Day Parade, commencing at 2 P.M. www.pjnyfd.com/

9 - 11 July 2009 – Mechanicville, New York

Mechanicville Fire Department is the proud host of the 82nd Annual Hudson Mohawk Volunteer Firefighters Assoc., Convention. Dress Parade Saturday July 11th. Lineup at 12 PM at the American Legion at 427 South Main St. For further details visit www.mechanicville.com/firedept/HudsonMohawk.html

11 July 2009 – Rebersburg, Pennsylvania

Miles Township FC annual parade. For more information contact chief1900@milestownshipfire.com or visit http://milestownshipfire.com/

11 July 2009 – Byers, Colorado

3^rd Annual May Farms Firefighters Muster. 9 am, registration begins at 7:30 am, captains meeting at 8:30 am. This is a statewide competition with 4 events: donning protective gear; suppression exercises, bucket brigade and battle of the barrel. For registration form & more info visit http://mayfarms.com/firechallenge.asp

12 – 17 July 2009 – Anaheim, California

California Firefighters Summer Olympics. All professional California Firefighters are invited to compete in the annual California State Fireman's Olympics, hosted by the Anaheim Firefighters.. For a schedule of events please visit our web site www.firefighterolympics.org/index.cfm?Section=1

12 – 18 July 2009 – Everson, Pennsylvania

Fayette County Firemen’s Assoc., 71^st Annual Convention. Hosted by the Everson VFC. Memorial service Sunday, 4:30 pm. Parade Saturday 5 pm. For complete list of events visit www.eversonvfc.org/

12 July 2009 - Edwards, New York

"Rip Waugh" Memorial Waterball tournament. Location: Edwards Lions Field, Hall Rd. Time: 2 - 7 pm. Come one, come all at no cost to you to enter. We ask for a donation by each team to play and that is for the trophy that is past around year to year. Before the tournament we will be holding a parade for any interested depts. Just let us know your coming.

13 – 18 July 2009 - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

The South Carolina State Firefighters' Association is proud to present the 104th Annual SC Fire-Rescue Conference. This training and education conference features world-renown instructors and keynote speakers delivering programs that will impart knowledge, provoke thought, and revive your love for the job! The conference also features a Firefighter Challenge, an Auto Extrication Competition, and a 100,800 square foot exhibit hall with over 150 vendors! For schedule & registration visit www.scfiremen.com/index.php?id=33

14 – 18 July 2009 - Northeast, Pennsylvania

64^th Annual Northeast Firemen’s Cherry Festival. Saturday the largest Volunteer Fire Department in Pennsylvania starts at 4 pm along Main street. We boast over 100 units covering 4 divisions. Please visit our web site www.necherryfestival.com for more on our history and vendor information.

18 July 2009 - Sturbridge, Massachusetts

Class C (NACCMA) competition and exhibition, open to all hand operated fire apparatus, at Old Sturbridge Village, which is a museum and learning resource of circa 1800 New England life. Information: North American Class C Muster Assn, PO Box 359, Southborough, MA 01772; 508-786-0977; handtubjunction@aol.com or www.handtubs.com/

18 July 2009– Beaverdale, Pennsylvania

Beaverdale Fire Company will have their annual parade at 1pm. Registration begins at 11 am.. Plus we will be having our bucket water battle & firefighter/ems tattoo contest. Best tattoo wins prizes. Contact: ksmains@yahoo.com

18 – 19 July 2009 – Greenfield, New Hampshire

Greenfield Fire Department celebrating 100 years of volunteers Fireman’s Muster and Parade. Parade Saturday 11 am, muster Sunday at noon in Oak Park. For more info or to register call 603-547-2706.

16 July 2009 - East Berlin, Pennsylvania

Liberty Fire Company #1, East Berlin, annual Firefighters Parade held in conjunction with our annual Fireman's Carnival. The parade will form at the East Berlin Community Center on North Avenue at 17:30 hours. The parade will move at 19:00 hours and proceed down North Avenue to Route 234. The parade will travel East on 234 to the East Berlin square and turn South on Route 194 past the fire station. The parade will end at the intersection of Route 194 and Walnut Street. Parade prizes will be announced by approximately 21:00 hours on the carnival grounds. Only one prize will be permitted per department. Judges decisions are final and there will be no alcohol allowed. www.liberty11.org

18 July 2009 - St. Clair, Michigan

3rd Annual Southern Michigan Fire Muster at Rotary Park. Parade at 2 pm. Drafting from the Pine River all day. Numerous awards and drawings. For more info contact Scott Adkins 810-326-1751.

18 - 19 July 2009 - Lincoln, California

Fireman's Muster, a competition of antique fire apparatus. Fun for the whole family, California Firemen Muster Assoc., sanctioned. July 18th: Parade at 9:00 am with competition to follow. July 19th: Competition begins at 9:00 am. Location: "F" Street between 5th and 7th in Old Downtown Lincoln, Just one block East off of 5th Street & Hwy 65. Contact strawfyr@mac.com

18 July 2009 – West Paterson, New Jersey

West Patterson FC #1, 100^th Anniversary celebration in conjunction with the NJ State Exempt Firemen’s Assoc. Annual Convention. A fire muster will be held following the convention meeting at the PNC Bank complex on Squirrelwood Rd., off Rt 80. www.westpatersonfd.com/resources/events.html

15 – 18 July 2009 – Indianapolis, Indiana

SPAAMFAA Convention & Muster. Sponsored by the Indiana chapter of SPAAMFAA. The Pompier, Pump and Playpipe Society Antique Fire Apparatus Show & Muster. Location: Emergency Services Education Center & Wayne Twnshp., Conference Facility, 402 N. High School Rd. Tours: Ropkey Armor Museum, the Stutz Building & the Indiana Transportation Museum. Friday cookout at the Survive Alive/Museum/Firefighters Local 416 Union Hall. Seminars: Howie Smith-Maxim history and Tom Cannon-presentation on Miss Daisy (steamer) Saturday: a lap around the Indy 500 race track: parade;muster and awards banquet. For registration forms and further details visit www.pppsi.org/index.htm

18 July 2009 – Riverhead, New York

The Riverhead Fire Department will be hosting our “Annual Motorized Drill.” (Rain date 19th) This is a fantastic event, which hundreds of people attend and support as well as enjoy the day with their families. Between the water brigades, motorized pumps and racing teams, it’s just a lot of fun!!!! http://riverheadfd.org/index.htm.

18 – 19 July 2009 – Napoleon, Ohio

The Northwestern Ohio Volunteer Firemen’s Association (NOVA) Antique Fire Muster. Hosted by the Holgate VFD at the Henry County Fairgrounds. Check our web site for updates www.novfa.net/Events/muster.htm or contact: Holgatefiredept@yahoo.com.

24 - 25 July 2009- Claverack, New York

Columbia County Volunteer Firefighters Association 84th Annual Convention. Hosted by the A.B. Shaw FC. Saturday, parade lineup 4 P.M. step off at 5 P.M. For registration and parade route visit www.claverackfire.com/conventionparade.html

25 July 2009 - Milton, New York

Ulster County Fireman's Association Parade. The UVFA is made up of 50 fire departments in Ulster County and this parade will bring most if not all from the county to it, as well as departments from around the surrounding counties. Truck Judging is at 9:00 am at the Milton Elementary School Front Parking lot, Line-up is 12:00 pm North Road and step off will be at 1 pm. Milton, NY is located off Route 9W about 10 miles north of Interstate 84 on the west side of the Hudson River in upstate NY.

26 July 2009 - Stirling, New Jersey

13th Annual NJ Firefighters Bike Race. This event is for volunteer and paid firefighters and benefits the St. Barnabas Hospital Burn Center Foundation. Full turnout gear is required to race, except booths. Each firefighter must supply his or her own turnout gear and bicycle. Check in is at the Stirling VFC #1, 321 Somerset St., 9-11am. Race starts 11:30am. For more information please e-mail FTR4444@hotmail.com

24-25 July 2009- Frankenmuth, Michigan

Great Lakes International Antique Fire Apparatus Association's 12^th annual muster and flea market at Heritage Park. Spectators are FREE, vehicle registration fee is $15, additional rigs $5. Saturday Muster hours are 9 am to 4 pm (10 am parade down Main Street). Friday night chicken BBQ 5 pm. For info e-mail Bill Rausch jkmenzies01@aol.com

25 July 2009- Shartlesville, Pennsylvania

Shartlesville Fire Company # 1, 10th Annual Lights and Siren Parade, held rain or shine. Judging from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Parade starts at 7 p.m. For more info please e-mail eric.schrack@comcast.net or shartlesvillefireco@comcast.net Visit www.Shartlesvillefireco.com for registration form.

25 July 2009 – Hazelton, Pennsylvania

4^th Annual “58 Miles For Our Cause” Motorcycle Ride. Sponsored by Foundation 58, Inc. Dedicated to providing financial assistance to Firefighters, Police and EMS throughout the United States, who have been diagnosed with cancer. Regiestration 11 am – 12:45 pm, at the Hazelton Southside Fire Station, 525 E. Broad St. Ride begins at 1 pm. For more info please visit http://foundation58.org e-mail info@foundation58.org

phone 888-426-0058.

29 July – 1 August 2009 – Newark, Delaware

108^th Annual Convention of the Cumberland Valley Volunteer Fireman’s Association (CVVFA) Hosted by the Aetna Hose Hook & Ladder Co. Memorial service 30 July, at 9 am, 1 August, 108^th Convention Parade at noon. More info www.cvvfa.org or contact Bob Romig via email at BobRFire17@aol.com

July 30 (Thursday) 2009 – Brandy Station, Virginia

Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department Parade. Location: Rt. 685, Fleetwood Heights Road. Step-off Time 6:30 p.m. Trophies and door prizes. For information on any of these events visit http://bsvfd.com/ or contact Joe Bailey at 540-825-7125 info@bsvfd.com

31 July - 1 August 2009- North Aurora, Illinois

12th Anniversary Chicagoland Emergency Vehicle Show. Friday, July 31, - Lights and Sirens Parade. Saturday, August 1, the main show. For additional information visit our web site www.emergencyvehicleshow.com

2 August 2009 - Media, Pennsylvania

Delaware Valley Fire Muster & Show. Rose Tree Park, 1671 N. Providence Rd., from 9:30 am - 2 pm. Hosted by the Cradle of Liberty AFA (CLAFAA) & sponsored by the Delaware County Fireman's Assoc. This year's featured manufacturer is Seagrave. Trophies & dash plaques will be awarded. Registration fee for all apparatus $5 donation. For more information or to obtain a registration form, contact chairman Bill Anderson at (610) 521-3516 or through e-mail clafaa@hotmail.org

1 August 2009 – Denver, Colorado

Denver Firefighters Museum, Fun at the Fire House: Celebrating a Century of Firefighting

Our annual safety fair this year celebrates 100 years of firefighting at Historic Station No. 1! Children of all ages can try their hand with a fire hose, escape from a smoky room, ride on a fire truck, try on firefighter gear, and maneuver through the fire safety obstacle course. And, our community partners who share our commitment to children and family safety, will line the streets with information booths. Free. 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. www.denverfirefightersmuseum.org

1 August 2009 - Alexandria, Virginia

The Friendship Veterans Fire Engine Association annual Firehouse Festival. 9 am to 2 pm. The popular family event features antique fire apparatus, craft booths, displays by Alexandria merchants, and live music. In addition to the day's outdoor events, festival participants will enjoy visiting the Friendship Firehouse Museum, originally built as a firehouse in 1855. Now a philanthropic organization focusing on fire-fighting history and fire safety, the Friendship Fire Company remains active in community events, including the annual Festival. Food and beverages are available. Children will receive free fire helmets, meet a real Dalmatian, and are treated to a supervised visit inside the City's fire trucks. For more information, call 703-838-3891 or visit http://oha.alexandriava.gov/friendship/ff-festival-home.html

1 August 2009 – Brandy Station, Virginia

Brandy Station Volunteer Fire Department Annual Car & Truck Show. We would love to have antique fire and rescue units. Show time is 10 am to 3 pm at 20057 Fleetwood Hgts., Route 685, Brandy Station Fairgrounds. For more information contact Darrell Myers at info@bsvfd.com or go to www.bsvfd.com

2 August 2009 - Denver, Colorado

Denver Firefighters Museum Fun at the Fire House: Celebrating a Century of Firefighting Our annual safety fair this year celebrates 100 years of firefighting at Historic Station No. 1! Children of all ages can try their hand with a fire hose, escape from a smoky room, ride on a fire truck, try on firefighter gear, and maneuver through the fire safety obstacle course. And, our community partners who share our commitment to children and family safety will line the streets with information booths. Free. 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Visit our web site www.denverfirefightersmuseum.org.

2 - 8 August 2009 – South Lake Tahoe, California

Firefighters Kids Camp, Camp Concord. The Firefighters Kids Camp is a one-week program that is held annually to benefit young burn survivors who are at least six (6) years of age and have completed the 1st grade to age seventeen. Participation in the Firefighters Kids Camp program has proved to be a wonderful healing and growth experience for many of our campers! More info http://ffburn.org/camper_info.htm

4 (Tuesday) August 2009 – World Wide

26th Annual National Night Out (NNO) against Crime. A unique crime/drug prevention event sponsored by the National Association of Town Watch (NATW). We cordially invite you and your community to be a part of our NIGHT OUT 2009 team. Last year's National Night Out campaign involved citizens, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, neighborhood organizations and local officials from over 15,000 communities from all 50 states, U.S. territories, Canadian cities and military bases worldwide. Overall 37 million participated in 2008. National Night Out is designed to: Heighten crime and drug prevention awareness; Generate support for, and participation in, local anticrime programs; Strengthen neighborhood spirit and police-community partnerships; and send a message to criminals letting them know that neighborhoods are organized and fighting back. For more info and registrations forms visit www.nationalnightout.org/nno/about.html

7– 9 August 2009 - Wallaceburg, Ontario Canada

You won't want to miss Wallaceburg's 21st annual WAMBO (Wallaceburg Antique Motor and Boat Outing). About an hour and a half drive form Detroit, Michigan. Saturday, 9 am – 5 pm Fire Truck show (registration until noon) Wallace St, east of Hope St & WAMBO Tour Wagon Stop. Visit our web site for complete listing of events and times www.kent.net/wambo/events.html

8 August 2009 - Belvidere, New Jersey

Mountain Lake FC 60th Anniversary Parade & Celebration. www.mountainlakefirecompany.com/

12 - 15 August 2009 - Hampton, Virginia

123rd Annual Virginia State Firefighters Association & Auxilary Conference. For further details please visit the web site www.vsfa.org or contact lsgwaltney@cox.net

15 - 16 August 2009 - Virginia City, Nevada

CFMA Muster celebrating the 150th anniversary of Virginia City. For information, contact Anita Curtis at (775) 742-1328, ACurtis@storeycounty.org or Cherie Nevin at (775) 230-1474, CNevin@storeycounty.org

14 - 15 August 2009 – Wrightsville, Pennsylvania

97th Annual York County Firefighters Association Convention and parade. Hosted by Hellam & Wrightsville Fire Companies. On Saturday the 15th, at 1 pm, there will be a parade through Wrightsville Boro. For more info visit www.wrightsvillefire.com/2009_Convention.htm

15 August 2009 – Elizabeth, Pennsylvania

Blaine Hill VFC 77th annual firefest parade. Line up at 5:00 pm. One of Pittsburgh's largest apparatus parades. The last few years has featured apparatus from 10 different counties and 3 different states. For complete list of awards, directions or any other questions email to blainehillvfc@firehousemail.com

12 – 15 August 2009 – Washington, DC

IFBA (International Fire Buff Assoc.) 57^th annual Convention. Location: Liaison Hotel, 415 New Jersey Ave. NW. Please watch our web site for updates www.ifba.org/htmls/convention.htm

14 August 2009 - Ferndale, Michigan

The 9th Annual International Emergency Vehicle Show features a display of the latest, and yesterdays, Police, Fire, Military and EMS vehicles ranging from a 1930's Hot Rod Police Car to some of today's most advanced, along with Bomb Squad's, K-9's with plenty of fun for the whole family! Along with the show we will also feature the Lights & Sirens Cruise, an exciting array of emergency vehicles cruis'n Woodward Avenue Do you have a classic, restored or customized police, fire, military or EMS vehicle and would like to participate? Contact Pat Hulbert, phulberts@aol.com or visit www.ferndaledreamcruise.com

15 August 2009 - Plainfield Pennsylvania

West Pennsboro VFC, 1st Annual Car/Truck show. 9 am - 3 pm at the firehouse, no rain date. Classes include antique fire trucks. 1st & 2nd place awards for each class. Contact Ken.Bacon@ssa.gov 14 August 2009 - Ferndale, Michigan
The 9th Annual International Emergency Vehicle Show features a display of the latest, and yesterdays, Police, Fire, Military and EMS vehicles ranging from a 1930's Hot Rod Police Car to some of today's most advanced, along with Bomb Squad's, K-9's with plenty of fun for the whole family! Along with the show we will also feature the Lights & Sirens Cruise, an exciting array of emergency vehicles cruis'n Woodward Avenue Do you have a classic, restored or customized police, fire, military or EMS vehicle and would like to participate? Contact Pat Hulbert, phulberts@aol.com or visit www.ferndaledreamcruise.com

15 August 2009 - Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Pittsburgh 25th Annual Firefighters Muster and Memorial, 9AM to 3 PM, held at Pittsburgh's North Shore near Heinz Field home of Super Bowl Champion Steelers. Awards, pumping, vendors welcome. Contact Tri State Antique Fire Engine Assn, R. Clifford, 412-487-8312, bob.barb.clifford@verizon.net

16 August 2009 – Millville, New Jersey

Annual Antique Fire Muster and firematic flea market. Location Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center (formerly known as Wheaton Village) from 10 am to 4 pm, rain or shine. Sponsored by the Glasstown Antique Fire Brigade www.gafb.net/ Free admission to muster grounds.

19 - 21 August 2009 – Niagara Falls, New York
137th Annual FASNY Convention. For full details visit www.fasny.com

20 – 22 August 2009 – Irvona, , Pennsylvania

117^th Central District Convention. Some of the events are as follows: Friday, August 21, Memorial Service at 9 am.; Battle of the Barrel 3 pm. Saturday, August 22 , 9 am to 2 pm; 10 am pumping contest; 2 pm Parade lineup and judging; 5 pm Convention Parade. For updates visit www.irvonafirecompany.com

22 August 2009- Kingston, New York

6th Annual Antique Fire Engine Muster and show. Hosted by the Volunteer Firemen's Hall and Museum, 265 Fair St., 10 AM - 3 PM. Vintage & Antique Fire Trucks on display. This year there will be a closing parade and reception. Volunteer Firemen's Hall & Museum open 10 - 4. Info: firemuseum@ci.kingston.ny.us

22 August 2009 - Woodland, Washington

Pacific NW SPAAMFAA chapter Fire Apparatus Display and Pump-in - Horseshoe Lake, www.lewisriver.com/horseshoe.html in Woodland. Exit 21 on I 5 north or south. 9 AM to whenever anyone is ready to leave. We welcome anything from a hose cart to your newest piece. If you want to bring an old car or other old truck it would most welcome. If you can't bring any equipment bring photos and friends and family. Kids welcome and hopefully we will have something fun for them besides looking at neat old trucks. A display of all types of equipment and pumping for anyone interested. You can dip your hose in the lake if that works or Woodland FD will have a porta pond to pump from. If you need any help with your equipment either operational problems or you need help pumping we will have lots of people on site to offer whatever help you need. We will have secure overnight storage available. For more info contact Bill Hall wrhpdx@aol.com

29 August 2009 - North Charleston, South Carolina

2nd Annual All American Fire Muster, from 9 am - 5 pm. Ladies and Gentleman, It is that time of year again. The North Charleston and American LaFrance Fire museum and Educational Center is putting the finishing touches on the 2nd Annual All American Fire Muster. Think your department has what it takes to dethrone last year's winner the United States Air Force Fire Department? For application visit www.legacyofheroes.org/firemuster.htm

29 August 2009 - Millbury, Massachusetts

Millbury FD's Fire Prevention Field Day 11 am - 4 pm. We are looking for teams for the muster event, which will take place at 1 pm. There will be a safe trailer, life flight, Smokey the Bear, jump around, a fire hose to knock down fire targets, National Guard, Sheriffs Department with the Mobile Command unit along with K-9 demo, Boy Scouts, Ladies Auxiliary, food tent, John the Juggler and more. The event is free for everyone. Teams interested in the muster can contact Keith Newlands at 774-696-8642 or Tim Cluett at 508-981-9499. Web site www.1rbn.com e-mail rescuetc@verizon.net

29 - 30 August 2009 - Fortuna, California

CFMA Championship Muster will be held at Humboldt County Fairgrounds in Ferndale. This is a Ferndale Fortuna Muster Saturday parade at 9:00. Sunday competition is at 9:00. www.californiamuster.com Contact Bill Klatt at klatt@suddenlink.net

23 - 29 August 2009 - Tamaqua, Pennsylvania

The 55th Schuylkill County Fire Convention, hosted by the Citizens FC. Sunday, August 23, there will be a memorial church service for fallen FF, Saturday the 29th will be the parade. For more information please visit cfc65.com

29 August 2009 - Ypsilanti, Michigan
Michigan Firehouse Museum’s Annual Fire Truck Muster. Location: Riverside Park, on Cross Street between Huron and River Street. Hours 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. This one-day outdoor event will feature a variety of antique and classic fire-fighting vehicles with pumping demonstrations ongoing throughout the day. Returning to this year’s event will be a special children’s area where fire fighters young and old will have a chance to operate a reproduction hand-pumper, spray a fire hose, try on gear, climb on a vintage fire truck, drive a fire truck pedal car, and learn important fire safety information. For directions and further details please visit www.michiganfirehousemuseum.org/special.htm

5 September 2009 - Boonton, New Jersey

All Departments participating in the parade must register at the corner of Morris Avenue and Rockaway Street from 9 am to Noon. Truck Judging will be from 9 am to 11 am. Departments should assemble in the Park Section of Boonton no later than 12 Noon. The Parade will begin promptly at 1:30 pm. Parade will be held Rain or Shine Contact: Kevin Osborne kcosborne@optonline.net for details on the parade, or call 973-316-6929.

5 September 2009 - Sacramento, Pennsylvania

Truck parade celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Sacramento Community FC, 2206 E. Main St. Judging will begin at 1 pm with the parade starting at 3 pm. Prizes to be awarded. Food, beverage, and entertainment will follow. For more information contact Jeff Mattis at war1410wagon@yahoo.com or leave a message on the station phone- 570-682-3177.

5 - 6 September 2009 - St. Thomas, Ontario, Canada

27th Annual St. Thomas Fire Muster. Hosted by the St. Thomas Professional Fire Fighters Assoc. 2 days of free family fun, in Pinafore Park, St. Thomas. Fire muster Competition, Fire Truck Rodeo, emergency service & antique fire apparatus displays, & children's play area. Saturday parade through downtown St. Thomas! Profits from the Muster go to local charities and Muscular Dystrophy. For complete details visit www.stthomasfiremuster.bravehost.com/ or e-mail fire.muster@yahoo.ca

10 -12 September 2009 - Shippensburg, Pennsylvania

Come join the Cumberland Valley Hose Company in celebrating our 150th anniversary 1859 - 2009. Celebrations will include hosting the Cumberland County Volunteer Firefighter Convention. Parade Saturday Sept. 12. Judging from 9 am - noon, start time 2 pm. For info visit www.cvhose.com or e-mail chief@cvhose.com

11 - 12 September 2009 - Tallman, New York

97th Annual Rockland County Fireman's Association Convention and Parade hosted by the Tallman FD. Tallman is also celebrating its 100th anniversary. On Saturday September 12, the Tallman FD will lead the parade. Scheduled to start at 2:00 PM, this parade is expected to include upwards of 30 participating Fire Departments from throughout Rockland County, neighboring New Jersey and others from the Hudson Valley. For further details and parade route visit www.tallmannyfd.org/parade.html

12 September 2009 - Shepherdstown, West Virginia

Shepherdstown VFD firemen's parade 11 am.

12 - 14 September 2009 - Sand Fork, West Virginia

Gilmer County Firemen's Rodeo, 5530 WV Hwy 5E. Contact: Charlotte Radcliff (304) 462-7653.

13 September 2009 - San Jose, California

9th Annual Antique Autos in History Park (Kelley Park) 12 noon to 5 p.m. All 1900 to 1945 autos, fire apparatus, bicycles and other vehicles invited. Antique collectible display. For more information, go to www.scvmtfc.org or contact Allan Greenberg at allang@pacbell.net or 408-997-0879.

9 - 13 September 2009 - Burnsville, Minnesota

Burnsville Fire muster, annual event held weekend after Labor Day at Civic Center Park. Fri., Fire truck water display 6- 9:30 PM; Sat., Fire truck parade 11 AM- 12:30 PM, lineup 10 AM, and fire demos noon-3 PM; Fire truck water display 6 – 9:30 PM. There is also a community parade, block parties, bands, fireworks, rides, games and food as well as traditional fire fighter games and competitions. For complete list of events and contact please visit our web site www.burnsvillefiremuster.com/events.htm

12 September 2009 - St. Louis, Missouri

The Gateway Fire Historical Society would like you to join us with over 150 pieces of equipment as we celebrate the St. Louis Fire Departments Great Fire Engine Rally. 7 am – 5 pm. We will parade down Washington Avenue to the riverfront where there will be static displays of the equipment, both new and old, fire fighter competitions, fire safety demonstrations, kids play area to learn how to squirt a fire hose, and vendors booths and food. Visit www.gatewayfirestlouis.com/

11 - 12 September 2009 - Honesdale, Pennsylvania

Honesdale Hose Company #1, is hosting the 79th Annual Northeastern Pennsylvania Volunteer Firemen's Federation (NEPVFF) Annual Convention. Saturday: Memorial service noon - 1 pm; Apparatus Judging 9:30 am to 1:30 pm at Highland Physicians, Fairview Ave; Parade at 4 PM.

13 September 2009 - Brampton, Ontario, Canada

The Canadian Fallen Firefighters Memorial Ceremony honors all Canadian firefighters who have died in the line of duty. The 2009 ceremony honorary host is the Brampton Fire & Emergency Services, Brampton is located northwest of Toronto. For updates visit www.cfff.ca

13 September 2009 – New Berlinville, Pennsylvania

Liberty Fire Company of New Berlinville will host its 24th Annual Tri-County Fire Muster and Firematic Flea Market. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m (rain or shine). Location: the Liberty Fire Company Engine Room 962 N. Reading Avenue. Stop out for a fun-filled day at Eastern Pennsylvania’s premier muster!!! Other activities include firematic games, Dalmatian and Wanna-be contest, food, children’s games and activities. And of course lots of modern and antique fire trucks on display. Vintage ambulances are also welcome. We are awarding cash prizes as well as trophies this year (to help offset the fuel prices). For a complete list of events and registration forms visit www.libertyfire17.org/muster.html E-mail muster@libertyfire17.org or call Chris Stevens, Chairperson, (484) 239-2391.

12 September 2009 – Oakland, New Jersey

Oakland FD, 100^th Anniversary parade & celebration. 10 am to noon. www.oaklandfd.org/index.cfm?fs=events.eventView&Event_ID=16

17 - 20 September 2009 – Roscommon, Michigan

We are proud to announce the 30th Annual Michigan Firemen’s Memorial Festival. Fire chiefs, firefighters, EMS, and thousands of friends from all over the United States and foreign countries will gather in memory of the valiant firefighters who gave the supreme sacrifice of their lives while protecting their communities. We will begin our Festival at the Roscommon County Fire Training Grounds (formerly known as the Roscommon Fair Grounds) Thursday, September 17th with family night. On Friday, September 18th, there will be a full day of activities. We anticipate that all our arts, crafts, and fire vendors will have arrived and some demonstrations will be scheduled. There will also be free activities for children. At 7:00 p.m. Friday, we will again have our Bright Light Vehicle Showdown followed by a Light Parade. Saturday, September 19th at 9:00 am, we invite you to join with the Michigan State Firemen's Association at the Memorial site to pay tribute to all Fire Fighters. They will conduct the Annual Memorial Service and placing of memorial wreaths by Fire Fighter organizations, service clubs and others will also take place. Then at 11:00 am in downtown Roscommon, we will hold our annual Firemen's Parade of bands, floats and the largest display fire fighting and rescue equipment in Northern Michigan. Sunday, September 20th will be a pancake breakfast, fire & rescue equipments displays, children’s activities and more. Please visit our web site for complete schedule of events. www.firemensmemorial.org/schedule/schedule.html

19 September 2009 - Elmsford, New York

Westchester County Volunteer Firemen's Association Convention and parade. Hosted by Live Oak Engine Co #1. Line up: Knollwood Country Club 200 Knollwood Road Ext, Elmsford, New York. For more info please visit us at www.wcvfaweb.com/

19 September 2009 - Wildwood, New Jersey

New Jersey State Firemen’s Relief Assoc., Memorial Parade in conjunction with the NJ State Firemen’s Convention. Starts promptly at 1 PM. For parade rules etc. www.njfireconvention.com/app2.htm
E-mail parade@njfireconvention.com.

19 September 2009 - Colorado Springs, Colorado

IAFF Fallen Fire Fighters Annual Memorial Observance Ceremony takes place at 1 pm. Loved ones of fallen fire fighters and thousands of IAFF members and others are expected to attend. This year’s ceremony will honor those killed in the line of duty between June 1, 2008 and June 1, 2009 as well as those that died early, but were reported during this time period.

The mission of the IAFF Fallen Fire Fighter Memorial, which is located in the shadow of Pike’s Peak, is to honor the sacrifice made by professional fire fighters and paramedics who have given their lives in the line of duty. Since its creation in 1976, the names of fallen IAFF members have been engraved into the wall of honor located behind the memorial. The organization also provides assistance to surviving families and serves as a public reminder of the risks fire fighters take every day.

The motorcycle & apparatus procession also takes place Saturday, beginning in Lakewood. For itinerary of events and registration for please visit our web site www.iaff.org/HS/ffm/thisyear/program.aspx

19 – 20 September 2009 – Rochester, New York

Port of Rochester. 10 am to 4 pm. An antique fire muster and firefighter appreciation day. Sponsors: Genesee Valley Antique Fire Apparatus Association, Monroe County Fire Bureau, Rochester Fire Department and the City. For further information call 585-206-2253.

20 September 2009 - Citrus Heights, California

7th Annual Pioneer Mutual and SPAAMFAA’s swap meet at Sacramento Metro FD Station 21, 7641 Greenback Lane. 8 am – 1 pm. For updates please visit http://www.rcip.com/pmhls

23 – 26 September 2009 – King of Prussia, Pennsylvania

Firemen’s Association of the state of Pennsylvania (FASP), Convention, hosted by the King of Prussia VFD. Memorial Service takes place on Thursday, 1 pm. Saturday, parade starts at n1 pm. For complete list of events visit http://kpvfc.com/build_convention/cvn_home.html

26 September 2009- Shoemakersville, Pennsylvania

The Shoemakersville Fire Co. will be celebrating their 100th anniversary this year. The Parade this year will start at 3:00 pm. It will be a normal parade, not the lights and siren as in past years. Judging will begin from 11:00 am. `til 2:00 pm.

25 – 27 September 2009 – Livermore, California

Little Heroes Preschool Burn Camp. The Firefighters Burn Institute is proud to announce the creation of a new burn recovery camp for our littlest burn survivors. We will be hosting the first ever burn camp for children as young as three years old. Burn survivors from three years to six years old will be eligible to attend the new Little Heroes Preschool Burn Camp. Camp will be held in the Livermore Hills at Camp Arroyo. The new Little Heroes Preschool Burn Camp is likely to serve as a model for other burn foundations. The Firefighters Burn Institute is once again at the leading edge of burn recovery and our local firefighters are the ones making it happen. For more info visit http://ffburnor.ipower.com//little_heroes.htm

27 September 2009 – New York, New York

Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Run/Walk. Start time : 9:30 AM; Location: Brooklyn side of the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel. The event retraces the steps of FF Stephen Siller who on 9/11 upon hearing of the attacks headed for the WTC. Upon arriving at the Brooklyn Battery Tunnel, Stephen was denied entrance with his vehicle. He took up his bunker gear and ran through the tunnel, eventually meeting up with his unit and perishing along with his other brothers. This event raises money for the Let Us Do Good foundation in Stephen's name raising money for children in need. For more details visit www.tunneltotowersrun.org/therun/detailsschedule.html

2 October 2009 - Elkins, West Virginia

Elkins VFD Firemen's Parade. Parade is at 8 pm in downtown Elkins. It is West Virginia's largest firemen's parade. For more info 304-636-1824.

2 – 3 October 2009 - Lititz, Pennsylvania
20^th Annual all Mack truck show at Gerhart Equipment Co. 910 Brunnerville Road, Owners of any Mack product (including fire apparatus), any age or condition, are invited to display their vehicles Info: Gerhart Equipment Co, PO Box 405, Lititz, PA 17543. Or 717-626-8544.

3 October 2009 - Middletown, New York

Middletown Fire Department 150th Anniversary Parade. Step-off time 2 pm. Web site www.middletownfiredept.com/

3 October 2009 – Warrensburg, Missouri

The 10^th Annual Johnson County Fire Muster will be at 1:00 PM. It will be held at the Johnson County Fairgrounds and activities will include Team Hose Coupling, Dummy Drag, Bucket Brigade and Barrel Fight. Dinner will also be provided by the Johnson County Volunteer Fire Auxiliary immediately following the Muster. If anyone would like information or to sign up for this year’s event, call 660-747-5220.

3 – 4 October 2009 - Emmitsburg, Maryland

Since 1982, a grateful Nation has honored its fallen fire heroes during the annual National Fallen Firefighters Memorial Weekend held in Emmitsburg, Maryland.

Families of fallen firefighters being honored this year and returning survivors will register at their hotels and attend a welcome reception on Friday evening.

Survivors of the fallen firefighters will participate in Family Day activities on Saturday on the National Fire Academy campus in Emmitsburg. An evening Candlelight Service at the National Shrine of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton will conclude the day.

On Sunday, honor guard units and bagpipers will open the Memorial Service with a procession honoring America's bravest and their families. The national tribute will conclude with the unveiling of plaques listing the names of the 2008 fallen heroes and others being honored who died in previous years.

Show your respect by sponsoring special events in your community. Ask your local cable company to make the nationally-broadcast services available so all may share in honoring America's bravest. For more info visit http://weekend.firehero.org/

5 - 10 October 2009 – Denver, Colorado

Denver Fire Museum National Fire Safety and Prevention Week is held each year to mark the anniversary of the 1871 Great Chicago Fire and raise public awareness of fire safety. Learn about this year’s theme with hands-on activities; take home sheets, and special presentations. Saturday the 10th is a family FREE day. For more info please visit www.denverfirefightersmuseum.org/calendar.htm

7, 14, 21, 28 October, 4 & 18 November 2009 – Denver, Colorado

Wee Wednesdays is a six week fire safety series designed for children 2 to 5. The play date teaches fire safety using a multi-media program. Concepts include: My Friend the Firefighter, Crawl Low Under Smoke, Get Low and Go, Stop! Drop! And Roll!, Safe for Play! Keep Away!, and Meet a Real Firefighter. 9:00 AM to 10 AM For reservations please visit www.denverfirefightersmuseum.org/

10 October 2009 – Verona, New Jersey

Verona FD 100^th Anniversary parade. www.veronafd.org/100/index.html

10 October 2009 – Hudson, New York

3^rd Annual Dalmatian Day at the FASNY Museum of Firefighting. This free, family oriented day focuses on the Dalmatian and fire safety and prevention. The programming for the event, runs from 10 am until 3 pm. For all events please visit www.fasnyfiremuseum.com/events_programs.php

17 October 2009 – Farmington (Wall Township), New Jersey
Annual Family Fire Safety Muster at Allaire State Park. Muster and Flea Market sponsored by NJ Fire Engine Museum Project. Starts 11 am – 3 pm rain or shine. To participate call 732-463-7445 or 732-539-0168 . Park includes historic Allaire Village and Pine Creek railroad and picnic groves. State Route 524, just off Exit 31B of Interstate 195, just West of Exit 98 of the Garden State Parkway. Web site

www.njfiremuseum.org/

17 October 2009- Spindale, North Carolina

1st Annual Rutherford County Firefighter Challenge. While wearing full gear, teams of five, groups of two, and individual competitors will complete a series of consecutive events as they race against the clock. In addition to a competition between local firefighters, the RCFC event will also consist of a Fire Service Vehicle Show, Car Show, Music, Food and Vendors. For details and registration visit us at www.rutherfordcountyfirefighterchallenge.com

17 October 2009 - Louisiana, Missouri

The 5th Annual ColorFest Engine Rally is Northeast Missouri's largest Engine Rally and Firefighter Games. Louisiana High School, Georgia St., 9 am - 5 pm. The parade will start at 10 am line up of the fire trucks is at 9 am at the Louisiana High school. The parade is about 2 miles long and will end in historic down town Louisiana. Awards will be given for the furthest traveled, oldest, newest, best of show and chiefs award. The FireFighter games will start at 1pm at 5th and Georgia. Registration will start at 11am. Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd for each event. Call for challenge rules. Last year we had 20 teams compete. Contact 573-470-0671.

18 October 2009- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Fireman’s Hall Museum Appreciation Day and Muster - Public Safety and Fire Prevention EXPO. Our 4th year back by popular demand. Location: The Philadelphia Fire Academy, 5200 Pennypack St. Held rain or shine. Registration begins at 8 am and opening ceremony 10 am. Apparatus display and judging trophies. Team Events, Fire Department Demonstrations, Fire Prevention Education, Live Music, Firematic Flea Market,.Food & Children’s Activities. A great day out for the entire family! For more info, directions and online registration please visit www.phillyfiremuster.org/

10 October 2009 - Wichita, Kansas

Kansas Firefighters Museum, 1300 S. Broadway. You are invited to our parade! The Kansas Firefighters Museum is again sponsoring a parade of fire vehicles and apparatus during Fire Prevention Week. We welcome everybody who has a fire vehicle of any description or age to come join us. We would love to have your participation. Awards will be given. Contact B. K. Owens bkshome@yahoo.com (316) 263-3426 or visit our web page at http://members.cox.net/ksfm for updates.

24 October 2009 – Lutherville, Maryland

6 – 8 PM. Lantern Night. See fire apparatus in a new light: etched glass signal lamps and kerosene lanterns...also visit with staff in period attire. Wear your Halloween costume and get in for half price. Visit www.firemuseummd.org for more info.

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