Celebrate the 4th of July in Christoval with the Volunteer Fire Department's Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run & Walk, along with the Annual 4th of July Barbeque!

The Firecracker 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run begins at 8:30, with registration beginning at 7:30 at the Christoval Park. Entry fee is $20.00 if you're registered before June 25th, $30.00 on race day. Registration includes the barbeque lunch, and if you're one of the first 100 to register, you'll get a free t-shirt.

Awards include 5K Overall Male & Female Best Times, and age group awards for the top 3 in 7 categories. Register online now at www.christovalfire.com or call Chad Hirt for race information at 277-0442.

The Annual 4th of July Barbeque will be served from 11 until 2 at the Community Center. Enjoy a delicious barbeque plate with all the trimmings for $10.00 for adults, and meat by the pound is $10.00 to go.

There's a raffle for an Academy Gift Card, a pair of JL Mercer Handmade Boots, and a Best Buy Gift Card! Bring the kids out for lunch and let them tour the fire trucks. For more information on the barbeque lunch, call Jimmy Barton at 325-650-0717 or Phillip Montalvo at 325-234-4963.

If you're not able to participate in either event and would like to donate to the Christoval Volunteer Fire Department, please send your donation to
Christoval VFD
P.O. Box 193
Christoval,TX 76935

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