{"id":51634,"date":"2026-07-15T09:11:07","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T13:11:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westbendnews.net\/autonews\/?p=51634"},"modified":"2026-07-15T09:11:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T13:11:09","slug":"latty-community-festival-this-saturday","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westbendnews.net\/autonews\/latty-community-festival-this-saturday\/","title":{"rendered":"Latty Community Festival This Saturday!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Happy Birthday America! This small, but active community is joining in the exciting celebration of the 250th anniversary of America!  You will find Latty nestled near the intersection of State Route 613 and US 127. Come and see what\u2019s happening on Saturday, July 18, 2026 from 10:45 am until 2:00 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Promising a day of fun and community spirit for all ages, the focus is, \u201cBringing the community together by showing the Love of Christ.\u201d The festival is organized by members of the local area churches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The 5th Annual Community Festival will kick off with the opening ceremony at the Latty Town Hall.  After a flag-raising ceremony, there will be a special \u201cCitizens of the Year\u201d recognition acknowledging the Village\u2019s Heritage.  From the original incorporation of the village, we\u2019ll be honoring all of the mayors\u2019 contributions to the community over the years and celebrating their dedication.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Two trees are being planted to commemorate the 250 USA Celebration and an investment in the future of Latty Village.  The trees were funded by local citizens and a grant from Paulding County Soil and Water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Activities then transition over to the park shelter house.  Local pastors will share a devotional moment and the Apostolic Choir will lead the singing<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Attendees are asked to register so that special prizes can be awarded later. At this time families can obtain waiver forms and bracelets so youngsters can enjoy the Bounce House. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

For everyone\u2019s enjoyment a FREE picnic lunch including homemade cookies will be available at the concession stand.  Water and coffee will also be available throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Starting at noon, everyone can head down Education Road.  Youth participants will receive passports for their journey when they register.  East stop will have its own set of information and activities with a prize available when they reach their travel destination!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A variety of \u201cmix\u201d music in the shelter house will offer listening enjoyment and time to fellowship.  While throughout the afternoon, there will be a variety of additional activities including the bounce house, corn hole, the Big Slide, a balloon artist, crafting, and new this year, Archery!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Guests are asked to bring their lawn chairs. Handicap parking will be available.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The festivities will conclude at the end of the afternoon with a Special Finale to honor our 250th Anniversary!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Organizers hope the community comes out to enjoy the festivities, reconnect with old friends and make some new ones.  There\u2019s also going to be an opportunity to donate to the Latty Youth Foundation so they can keep upgrading and maintaining of the Latty Park!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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