Focus on Anderson – July 2025 Holiday Edition

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Focus on Anderson – July 2025 Holiday Edition

Get ready for an exciting holiday edition of Focus on Anderson, featuring all the latest news and stories!

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Jul 1, 2025

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Focus on Anderson – July 2025 Holiday Edition

Anderson is ready to light up the sky with parades, concerts, and fireworks!

📍 Wednesday, July 3 – Downtown Anderson
• 7:00 PM – Independence Day Parade (Main & 8th Streets)
• 8:30 PM – Free Concert: Country star Corey Cox at Athletic Park
• 10:00 PM – Fireworks show (Athletic Park)

📍 Thursday, July 4 – Family Fun
• Anderson Speedway: Figure‑8 Madness & Fireworks (Gates open @ 5 PM)
• Sugar Fork Crossing: All-day cookout & kids’ activities (Starts 11:30 AM)

Trivia Question❓

What famous actress and singer was born in Anderson, Indiana and later went on to star in movies such as "Ghost" and "Sister Act"?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Figure 8 Madness

July 4

Date: Friday, July 4th
Divisions: Front Wheel Drive Figure 8, Ford Figure 8, School Bus Figure 8, Trailer Figure 8 & Firework
Tickets: Adults $20, Kids 6-12 $8, kids 5 and under, if they sit in a seat, they must have a ticket, if they sit on a lap, they are FREE.
Purchase Tickets HERE!
Times: Front Gates Open at 4pm, Racing Begins at 7pm
Seating: Reserved Seating and Stadium Seats are permitted
Cooler Policy: No Outside Food or Drink
Accepted Payment: Cash or Credit Cards are Accepted at All Locations!
Pit Pass: Member Pit Pass – $30; Non-Member – $35
Ages 13 and under are not permitted to the pit area. Ages 14 to 17 will need to fill out a minor waiver form with parent/legal guardian at the pit office. Must bring a copy of birth certificate.

THE WEATHER FORCAST

🐾 Adopt a Pet this Summer

Call 765-644-6484
2219 Crystal Street Anderson, IN 46012
Mon, Fri, Sat: 12-4pm (viewing animals)
Wednesday: CLOSED
Tues, Thurs: 12-6pm (viewing animals)
Sunday: 12-2pm(viewing only

💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

Whoopi Goldberg

🎨 Welcome to the Splatter Box at AMOA!

The Splatter Box is an immersive blacklight paint experience where creativity meets chaos in the most colorful way possible. Perfect for kids, teens, adults, and groups — come dressed to get brilliantly messy!

💵 Cost: $20 per person
🎁 AMOA Members get exclusive upgrades!
Not a member yet? Join in person for just $25 or sign up online:
Become a Member

🕒 Open Hours (First-Come, First-Served – Registration Encouraged):
Wednesday–Friday: 12 PM – 5 PM
Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM
Sunday: 2 PM – 5 PM

Want to splatter outside regular hours? We’ve got you! Just give us 48 hours’ notice for custom time slots.

📞 To book your session:
Call 765-648-1248 or email adelynn@andersonart.org

Anderson Speedway — July 4

Event: Best Way Disposal Figure 8 Madness
Date: Friday, July 4 (race + fireworks)
Details: Figure‑8 racing heats, fun atmosphere, followed by a fireworks show.

Joke Of The Day

Why did the newspaper editor go to the fish market in Anderson, Indiana?

To get the scoop on the latest "fishy" news!

Interesting Facts

- The hometown hub in Anderson, Indiana hosts monthly community forums where residents can discuss local issues and propose solutions. - The hub offers free workshops on topics such as gardening, composting, and energy efficiency to promote sustainable living in the area. - The hub partners with local schools to provide educational programs on journalism and media literacy for students.