Lil' Miss Firecracker Contest

 Description of Lil’ Miss Firecracker 2025

​July 4 @   TIME IS 11 a.m.

Local kids [near the 44090 vicinit] ages 3-7 are encouraged to compete in the Lil’ Miss Firecracker Contest.

Kids will be asked at least one question and be “judged” based upon the following criteria
o   Patriotic Outfit and Accessories
o   Confidence of Voice/Speaking
o   Show and Tell /Talent [should be less than 3 minutes]
§  Examples-  show a picture [or a craft] they drew/colored,  a dance move, recite a short poem, sing a short song, tell a knock-knock joke, etc.
PRIZE: One winner will be crowned and receive a tiara and sash.
Every participant will receive a small gift.

Sponsored By:

Lil' Uncle Sam Contest

​Description of Lil’ Uncle Sam 2025
July 4th at TIME is right after Lil' Miss Firecracker approximately 11:40 a.m. 

Local kids [near the 44090 vicinity] ages 3-7 are encouraged to compete in the Lil’ Uncle Sam Contest. 

Kids will be asked at least one question and be “judged” based upon the following criteria

• Patriotic Outfit and Accessories
• Confidence of Voice/Speaking
• Show and Tell /Talent [should be less than 3 minutes]
  • Examples-  show a picture [or a craft] they drew/colored, a dance move, recite the pledge of allegiance/a poem, sing a short song, tell a knock-knock joke, etc.

PRIZE:  One winner will receive a prize and a Lil’ Uncle Sam clip on tie.
Every participant will receive a small gift.

Sponsored By: The Elms Retirement Village with:

Music and sound (portable system)  will  need to be supplied by guardian.  Please keep talent portion under 2 minutes.  

All contestants are welcome to ride in the parade.  Flatbed is driven by Mr. Clawson with Farm and Home Hardware.   Line up is 2:15.  Click to see parade information. and find sign that says Lil Miss Firecracker on Cemetery Road.  Float is towards the front of the parade. Parent/Guardian can ride with child.