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Newspaper
Wilson County News
Location
Floresville, Texas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 2000
Page
10
The 56th Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee features a watermelon seed-spitting contest for children and adults. The event takes place Saturday afternoon at the city park with $500 awarded for a Guinness World Record breakthrough.
The Wilson County Car Club will participate in the Stockdale Watermelon Jubilee parade on Saturday June 17 arriving in Stockdale by 9 30 a m. Members meet twice monthly to compare notes and show off classic and antique cars with events alternating between Sonic and McDonald’s in Floresville. Call Jimmy Tackitt 830 393 2902 or Dean Bayer 745 1124 for information.
This weekend features a carnival, a rodeo at 7 30 p.m. and a dance by The System from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. The Stockdale event highlights community festivities with live entertainment and evening activities.
Stockdale hosts the 56th Watermelon Jubilee June 13 to 17 with coronation of Queen Melone LVI on Tuesday. Carnival Arm Band Night kicks off the weekend events, followed by a rodeo, parade at 10 a.m., barbecue lunch, crafts, games, and dances. Rhythm of the Road performs nightly. System lights up closing dance.
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