Bring a sweet addition to July 4th celebrations

July 4th celebrations are much anticipated each year. Whether they include an intimate barbecue with a close-knit group of friends or a massive block party with everyone from the neighborhood, there’s a strong chance that food will be part of the party.

Chocolate-Coated Fourth of July Pretzel Sticks

Makes 30 servings 1 12-ounce bag milk chocolate chips 30 pretzel rods Red, white and blue star-shaped sprinkles 1. Pour the chocolate chips into a medium glass mixing bowl. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until the chocolate is melted.2.

Friday final day to turn in reading logs

Those who have been part of the Dublin Public Library’s Summer Reading Club have through Friday, July 3 to turn in their reading logs to earn prizes.

Double N Cowboy Church celebrates 20th anniversary

Double N Cowboy Church hosted a weekend of fun celebrating the church’s 20th anniversary this year. The event included barrel races, concessions, a pistol competition, a dance with live music by the Layne Golden Band, a tug of war competition and a water slide.

Freedom Fest brings day full of color, fun

Revitalize Dublin reported a great turnout and time at the inaugural Freedom Fest Saturday, June 27 at Dublin City Park. There were 16 participants in the bike and scooter parade with winners including Sawyer, Mason and Everett with special recognition going to Erica and Emmett.

Dublin Family Worship hosts Illumination Station

Dublin Family Worship led an energetic crew of kids through Biblical lessons while providing some fun black light decorations and activities and water wars during their Illumination Station Vacation Bible School June 10-13.

Dublin Celebrates America 250 Friday

Dublin is officially celebrating America’s 250th birthday and everyone is invited out for Friday’s kickoff event – a free communitywide block party!Don your red, white and blue, and head on over to the grounds of the Dublin Public Library located at 206 West Blackjack from 6-10:30 p.m.From 6-7 p.m.

Area events set for July 4th

A slew of patriotic events to celebrate America’s 250th birthday is on tap this week in Stephenville and the surrounding areas.Several firework shows are set for July 3.The Cloud’s firework show in Comanche County is set for about 9:20 p.m. Friday, July 3 at 11551 Hwy.

RD cycles up bespoke celebration

Revitalize Dublin's Freedom Fest kicked off Dublin’s celebration of America’s 250th birthday Saturday, June 27 at the City Park with a bike parade, pet contest, vendors and more. Revitalize Dublin reported a great turnout and time at the inaugural Freedom Fest.