Frostburg's Bicentennial Birthday Bash!

Frostburg's Bicentennial Birthday Bash!
By Scott McDonough, ENGL 490

Happy Birthday Frostburg!



The City of Frostburg, Maryland celebrated 200 years of history in its Bicentennial anniversary last week from September 13-16. According to the official statement from the Frostburg Bicentennial 2012 website, "The mission is to honor the spirit of Frostburg's resourceful and caring community by accurately recalling our rich history, celebrating who we are today, and preserving our legacy for the future of our Mountain City," and celebrate we did. From Appalachian festivities and the Grand Feature Parade to the Bicentennial Barbeque and an impressive fireworks display, the events at the Frostburg Bicentennial 2012 proved to be worth a birthday celebration of 200 years.

Several tents at the City Place & City Square on 10 W. Mechanic St. housed Frostburg's Finest vendors selling their crafts and wares while local musicians entertained the crowd. Other events were scheduled around Frostburg throughout the weekend. James Salgado, an FSU freshman was thoroughly entertained by the sights, sounds, and culture of Frostburg in his first year as a student. James especially enjoyed the local musicians and stated, "all of the musicians at the event were amazing. I stayed for all six of the live bands." Everybody else seemed to be enjoying themselves,  the pleasant weather, and all of the events as well. Speaking of Frostburg's 200th birthday, Grillmaster Brody Mccallister offered the following advice to everybody in town: "Come out and celebrate. Let's all eat and be merry." In the end, the Frostburg Bicentennial 2012 turned out to be a great time all around, the way a birthday worth 200 years should be.

Visit the official Frostburg Bicentennial 2012 website for more information.

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