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New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show at New Time!
by Jenny Chissus
Does midnight sound too late to get bundled up, gather sleeping children and make your way to the airport for a New Year’s Eve Fireworks show?
Well, it has become an issue for a few folks, either those who are early to go to bed, or parents with small children, that midnight is a challenge – so, Alvin and the pyrotechnic team have decided to hold the event early! This year, after many many years of traditionally holding this event at midnight, we are going to ring in the New Year in Seldovia at 9pm at the Seldovia airport! When I spoke with Alvin tonight, he commented:
“Many have come to me over the past years, and again this year, saying that they would like us to consider holding the event earlier, so children can enjoy it and be a part of the celebration, as well as some adults who prefer to get to bed earlier. Also, this is better for those who like to party on New Year’s Eve, as they aren’t out drinking and driving around at midnight to go to the fireworks show. After the show, they can head back to their homes or the Linwood and continue their party. They pay for it, and I’m happy to give it a try this year. We will see how it goes.”
So, gather your family and friends and join us all out at the airport for a great fireworks display with the community of Seldovia at 9:00pm! Thanks again to Alvin and the Fireworks Team for planning, prepping and performing this great show for us each year!
Once again:
Fireworks Show
December 31st
9:00pm
Seldovia Airport
Fireworks Shopping Trip this Thursday!
Help Fund the Fabulous Fireworks Celebration to bring in 2014!
by Jenny Chissus
Please make sure to catch up with them before they leave on the 19th, as whatever funds they have at that time will be the only budget they will spend for the event. Thank You so much for being a part of this great celebration!
We’ll see you at the Fireworks Show on December 31st – midnight!
Due to Weather – Fireworks Show Rescheduled to January 1 at 8pm
by Jenny Chissus
Tonight, New Years Eve fireworks show started with hope in spite of the pounding rain and constant winds. Unfortunately, after only a few fireworks went off, it became quickly apparent that the pyrotechnicians were having trouble with the weather and getting the fireworks to take flight. After about 10 minutes, the team decided to call it quits.
I spoke with Alvin Swick, who wanted to let everyone know that he has all the fireworks at home and they are working on drying them out. It appears that the actual fireworks are all OK, but the fuses are too wet to maintain a light. Alvin is hopeful to have them all dry enough to set off by tomorrow.
Weather permitting, We will have our NEW YEAR’s DAY
Fireworks display tomorrow night!
January 1, 2013 at 8:00pm at the airport.
I will post any further updates as I receive them – hopefully, the weather will cooperate and we will all celebrate together tomorrow night!
Help Fund the Fabulous Fireworks Celebration to bring in 2013!
by Jenny Chissus
Thank you to the many folks who sponsor our annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show! Every year it is a time when the whole community gathers to bring in the new year together, as friends and family.
The Swicks are leaving the day after Christmas to purchase the fireworks up in Anchorage and are hopeful to have the continued support of the community to make it happen! This is often a show that lasts over 20 minutes, and costs a pretty penny! However, if a lot of folks give a little – we can reach the goal. Typically, the Swicks spend $3,500 to $4,000 to create a spectacular show – and every bit helps!
Enjoy the reminder below of the display we had last year – and a glimpse of the spectacular event we have to look forward to – bringing in 2013!
Please support this great Seldovia tradition, and give a call to Roberta and Alvin Swick 234-7473 before December 26th, 2012! It is not too late!
Please make sure to catch up with them before they leave on the 26th, as whatever funds they have at that time will be the only budget they will spend for the event. Thank You so much for being a part of this great celebration!
We’ll see you at the Fireworks Show on December 31st – midnight!
Bringing in 2012 – Seldovia Style!
video and story by Jenny Chissus
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Once again, the Swick and Giles families put together an AMAZING fireworks display for the lucky Seldovians who had the enthusiasm and energy to meet at the small plane airstrip Saturday at midnight to ring in the New Year. Continue Reading
Join us for this Fantastic Seldovia Tradition!
submitted by Jenny Chissus
Thank you to the many folks who sponsor our annual New Year’s Eve Fireworks Show! Every year it is a time when the whole community gathers to bring in the new year together, as friends and family.
The Swicks are leaving this week to purchase the fireworks up in Anchorage and are hopeful to have the continued support of the community to make it happen! Last year, they spent over $3,500 on a spectacular 20+ minute fireworks show for the community. Last time I heard from Roberta, they had only raised $400.
Please support this great Seldovia tradition, and give a call to Roberta and Alvin Swick 234-7473 or Doug and Kathy Giles at 234-7424. It is not too late! Thank You!
We’ll see you at the Fireworks Show on December 31st – midnight!
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