Family Day at the Beach July 24, 2010

Family Day at the Beach July 24

The Chamber of Commerce 13th annual "Old Fashioned Family Day at the Beach" takes place Saturday, July 24 from 11 am to 4 pm. Yirrell Beach on Point Shirley will be the place for fun in the sun: see flier. In the event of rain, the event will be held on Sunday, July 25.

No need to pack a lunch as there will be hot dogs, sausages, and hamburgers on the grill, along with pizza and cold drinks.

Schedule for the day is as follows: 11:00 – Scavenger Hunt, 11:30 – Simon Says, 12:00 – Water Balloon Toss, 12:30 – Look Alike Contest, 1:00 – Adult Spelling Bee, 1:30 – Winthrop’s Got Talent, 2:00 – Hat Contest, 2:30 – Dance Contest, 3:00 – Hula Hoop Contest. There is free parking at the Town Landing, 651 Shirley Street; however public transportation & carpooling is strongly encouraged.

The "Revolution" will be doing boat tours of Boston Harbor at 10 am, 12 pm, and 2 pm for just $10 (first 100 people). Meet at the Town Pier at the Public Landing.

DJ Jeff Lyons will be playing music, kids can jump on the moonbounce or go down the water slide, along with raffles, games, and other activities. Special thanks to the Winthrop MarketPlace for their support.