Posted by: In 1924, the Boynton Beach Fire Rescue Department was formed to assist newly arriving settlers to the area during the Florida Land Boom of the 1920s. To further accommodate the influx of people migrating from the North, the town also invested in infrastructure projects such as roads, water systems, and power lines.
This year, marks the 100th Anniversary and a community celebration is planned.
What: Boynton Beach Fire Rescue's Centennial Celebration
When: From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 14, 2024
Where: Centennial Park, 129 E. Ocean Ave., Boynton Beach
Cost: Free and open to the public; vendor prices vary.
Features:
- Live vehicle extrications demonstrations
- Music & activities
- Vendors and food trucks
Schedule:
- Opening Ceremony – 10 a.m.
- Vehicle Extrication Demonstration #1 – 11 a.m.
- Technical Rescue Team (TRT) Repelling Scenario #1 – 12 p.m.
- Live Music from Vibes Farm – 1 to 3 p.m.
- Vehicle Extrication Demonstration #2 – 3 p.m.
- Technical Rescue Team (TRT) Scenario #2 – 3:30 p.m.
- Live Music from Fire Brigade Band – 4 to 6 p.m.
- Static Displays: Suppression Unit, Marine Unit, Jetski's and Brush Truck
For more details, call 561-742-6038 or visit Boynton Beach Fire Rescue's Centennial Celebration at boynton-beach.org.
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Centennial Park, Boynton Beach
120 East Ocean Avenue
Boynton Beach, FL 33435
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