The City of Battle Ground will celebrate its 75th anniversary with a free pop-up birthday party Thursday, June 18, at Kiwanis Park.
The celebration is scheduled for 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the park, located at 422 SW Second Ave.
The city is inviting the community to take part in the milestone event.
The birthday bash will feature a variety of free activities and attractions for all ages, including mini horse petting, face painting, a foam dance party, and a sneak preview of Battle Ground Parks & Recreation's popular Summer Playground Program. Attendees can also enjoy complimentary birthday cupcakes provided by Rabbit Hole Eatery & Coffee while supplies last.
Local artist Ana Gabriela Honsowetz will create a live mural on site. Event attendees will have the opportunity to watch the artwork take shape, ask questions, and learn more about the creative process behind what is hoped to be one of many future community art projects.
Battle Ground officially turns 75 on June 18.
“Since its incorporation in 1951, Battle Ground has grown from a small community into a thriving city while maintaining the strong sense of connection and hometown spirit that makes it unique,” the city stated in a news release. “This birthday celebration provides an opportunity to reflect on that history, celebrate the present, and look ahead to an exciting future. Whether residents have called Battle Ground home for decades or have only recently joined the community, all are encouraged to take part in this once-in-a-generation milestone celebration.”
The city announced the celebration in a June 11 social media post, inviting residents to “be a part of our history” as the community marks 75 years of memories, milestones and local stories.
As part of the celebration, the city is also asking residents to share their favorite memories of Battle Ground for a “75 Stories for 75 Years” commemorative video.
The project is intended to highlight the people, places and moments that have helped shape the city over the past seven and a half decades.
The city thanked Principal Properties LLC, Rabbit Hole Eatery & Coffee and Ana the Artist for sponsoring the celebration.
For more information about Battle Ground's birthday party and the city's 75th anniversary, visit www.cityofbg.org/BG75.
