City of Livermore
City of Livermore
P.O. Box 279
Livermore, KY 42352
ph: 270-278-2113
fax: 270-278-9092
Livermor
Events
March 1, 2012
Thunder on the Green
Thunder on the Green, a Kentucky Drag Boat sanctioned event, attracts more than 2000 people each year. It is presented by The Kentucky Drag Boat Association, who can be contacted at (270) 273-5006 or you can check their Web Site at www.kdba.net where you can find all of their latest news. This 2-day event is usually scheduled at the end of August or around the Labor Day Weekend.
The KDBA has entered into an association with Lucas Oil to participate in the Lucas race series. Thunder on the Green is now included in Lucas Oil's list of points races. All Lucas Oil racers must compete in at least four races throughout the year in order to be considered for the annual championship.
At Thunder on the Green, boats race down a quarter-mile track set up on the Green River at Livermore between the Main Street and RV Park boat ramps. The boats take off from the Main Street Ramp and exit at the RV Park ramp. The name of the event comes from the intense roar of the engines echoing across the Green River.
Boats compete in classes based on how fast they can complete the race. Classes range from 7-second boats, meaning the boat crosses the finish line only seven seconds after leaving the starting line, to 12-second boats. The boats race at speeds of up to 170 mph.
For additional 2009 photos, please click on following link: KDBA Boat Races
"Thunder on the Green - August 27, 2011"
"Thunder on the Green - August 28, 2011"
Livermore Riverfest
This annual event is sponsored by the City of Livermore to raise funds for a public skate park. It began in 2007 after Mayor Jerry Zuehl passed away. Jerry's vision was to build a park that would give the youth something they could call their own.
The Riverfest features a Car/Truck Show, two (2) Cruises, food booths, a Corn Hole Tournament, vendors, hay rides, mule train rides and music entertainment. For the children, there are bouncy toys, games and a barrel train ride.
The first 50 to register for the Car/Truck Show receive a collector dash plaque, a 'goody' bag plus two tickets for door prize drawings. Awards include "Judges Choice Awards", a "People's Choice Award" and the "Mayor's Choice Trophy" which are typically awarded at the conclusion of the second Cruise.
The 1st Cruise starts at 11:00 AM and the 2nd shorter Cruise will start at 1:30 PM. A $50 cash prize is awarded in a drawing at the conclusion of each Cruise. A $5 ticket for each Cruise can be purchased at the registration tent.
The registration fee for the Car/Truck Show is $15, but for an additional $5, the registrants can receive a collector Riverfest t-shirt. The normal price for the t-shirt is $10.
To volunteer, register for a craft or food booth or for more information, please contact Andrea or Deanna at Livermore City Hall, (270) 278-2113.
"Mayor's Choices"
"2010"
"2009" "2008"
"2007"
Rain forced the 5th Annual Riverfest (September 24, 2011) postponement - "This year Mother Nature won", Livermore mayor Sonny Renfrow said. He stated the cancellation was disappointing to everyone, but he and the other organizers felt that it was the best decision, considering the situation. "It's the first time in five years we've had to pull the plug." Once the decision to cancel had been made, organizers contacted several media outlets to spread the word of the cancellation. A few cars still showed up for the Fest and they were treated to food cooked by Team Sippin' and Dippin', a local barbecue and burgoo vendor who had started cooking at 10 PM the night before the Riverfest and was still on-site despite the bad weather and cancellation. Renfrow said that the organizers are hoping to be able to reschedule the event, but their capability to do so is yet to be determined, due to availability of the vendors, entertainers and other participants. Regardless of whether the event is rescheduled or not, the Riverfest committee is extremely grateful to all the sponsors, volunteers and other supporters involved with Riverfest.
Please click the 2011 link below for photos taken in the rain of those car enthusiasts who made the trip, unaware of the cancellation:
**2011 - 5th Annual (Cancelled)Livermore Riverfest Picture Album
2010 - 4th Annual Livermore Riverfest Picture Album (Ann Renfrow)
2010 - Kincheloe's Digital Dimensions Photography (James Kincheloe)
2009-3rd Annual Livermore Riverfest Picture Album One (Ann Renfrow)
2009-3rd Annual Livermore Riverfest Picture Album Two (David Martin)
2009-3rd Annual Livermore Riverfest Picture Album Three (David Martin)
2008-2nd Annual Livermore Riverfest Picture Album (Ann Renfrow)
2008-2nd Annual Livermore Riverfest Picture Album Two (Cindy Hughes)
2008-2nd Annual Livermore Riverfest Picture Album Three (Cindy Hughes)
2007-1st Annual Livermore Riverfest Picture Album (Ann Renfrow)
Halloween Havoc
Every year the City of Livermore has a Halloween party for the children of Livermore, typically from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm, at the Caboose in the Depot Park.
There is a costume parade where prizes will be given out to the participants and winners. Many Community-sponsored booths provide much fun for all involved and while you won't find any tricks at this party, there are lots of treats for the children. There are games to be played, pumpkins to be carved and bouncy toys to play on.
All children must be accompanied by an adult and admission is free. The City only asks for a canned good donation which will go towards Christmas for Kids.
Dorothy & Toto Harry Potter Little Princess
2011 Halloween Photo Album
Halloween Havoc Photo Album (2009)
(Click on above links for Halloween photos )
Veteran's Day Celebration
Every year the City of Livermore honors our veterans with the Veterans Day Celebration, during which we honor those who have fought for our freedom. Festivities include guest speakers, music and a potluck dinner followed by a parade.
For additional photos, please click on links below:
Veterans Day 2010 - (Ann Renfrow)
Veterans Day 2010 - (Ann Renfrow)
Veterans Day 2009 - (Ann Renfrow)
Below: "Veterans Day 2006"
Community Praise Sing
Annually, there is a Thanksgiving Service the Sunday evening before the Thanksgiving holiday. It is sponsored by one of the City's local Churches each year and several of Livermore's Church Communities feature musical presentations. After which, the Church sponsoring the event provides food and beverages. Beautiful music emanates from City Hall that night and the evening provides much fun and relaxation.
"Praise Sing 2010"
Livermore United Methodist Church
St. Charles Catholic Church Christ Gospel Church
Livermore General Baptist Church Livermore Baptist Church
See 2010 "Praise Sing" photos by clicking on link below:
Praise Sing 2010 - (Ann Renfrow)
See 2009 "Praise Sing" photos by clicking on link below:Praise Sing 2009 - (Marsha Logsdon)
Christmas for Kids
This annual event is typically held the second Saturday of December and is sponsored by a variety of McLean County organizations, including the Family Resource and Youth Service Center (and all its subsidiaries) and the Ministerial Association. Christmas for Kids, which is in its 13th year, is a spin off of the county's previous holiday help efforts, such as Toys for Tots.
Parents who cannot afford to provide gifts and a Christmas meal to their families can come to Livermore City Hall during Christmas for Kids to do their holiday "shopping" - there are booths set up with gifts appropriate to all age groups from birth to 19 years. Each participant also gets the requirements for a special holiday meal and there are also booths for stocking stuffers and booths to wrap gifts. All items are completely free.
Event organizer Susie Vandiver explains that the event serves 200 to 250 families (about 500 children) each year. She states that this is a collaborative effort and she is grateful for the community's assistance with this event. Most booths are arranged by age group. There is also usually a booth for books and one for games, as well as a table with winter wear, such as gloves, mittens and hats. The participating organizations collect donations all year and when the holiday season hits, volunteers go shopping for gifts for each age group.
High-school age volunteers help families visit booths to choose items and cart the items out to the participating families' cars. Families can pre-register to attend Christmas for Kids or they can register on the day of the event. Pre-registration locations include:
- Family Resource and Youth Service Center
- Audubon Area Community Services
- Department for Community-based Services
- Island City Hall
- Livermore City Hall
Parents are asked not to bring children to the event so that the gifts will be a surprise when opened on Christmas morning. For more information about Christmas for Kids, to volunteer or to pre-register, contact Susie Vandiver at the Family Resource Center at 278-273-0065.
Lighted Christmas Parade
The Lighted Christmas Parade has been a big event for Livermore since 1989. It is a free event and there is no registration fee for any entries in the parade. The only requirement is that the entry be lighted. The entries are judged, and awards include a 1st prize of $300, a 2nd prize of $200 and a 3rd prize of $100. You may contact Livermore City Hall to advise of your planned entry at 278-2113.
2009 Christmas Parade Picture Album
2009 1st place winner> Tammy' Learning Center
2009 2nd place Winner 2009 3rd place Winner
Knobbs Church of God of Prophecy Livermore Generl Baptist Church
City of Livermore
P.O. Box 279
Livermore, KY 42352
ph: 270-278-2113
fax: 270-278-9092
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