THE OBSERVATORY - ENTRY # 153: HAPPY 100 YEARS, BURBANK!

Burbank celebrated its 100th anniversary July 8, 2011

"On the anniversary of its incorporation in 1911, the City of Burbank celebrated its 100th year with the Party of the Century in Downtown Burbank, Friday, July 8 from 5:00 to 10:00 P.M.

Featuring awesome food from Downtown Burbank restaurants, an air parade, multiple stages, top local bands and DJs, a mascot parade, children's entertainers, stilt walkers, Centennial memorabilia and community booths, the Party of the Century was the ultimate night on the town for kids and families alike.

Encompassing six city blocks including San Fernando Boulevard, Palm Avenue, AMC Walkway, Orange Grove and Olive Avenue, it expressed the civic pride and community spirit that have characterized Burbank’s first 100 years.

Things really heated up when the sun went down. That's when the grand finale with a stunningly choreographed firework show capped off festivities in a profusion of light and sound."

(Photos by Lisa Bloomquist)

"This was an AWESOME troop, but it was HOT!!!" =) -- SCRIBBLER

Participating 501st Legion Members / Southern California Garrison

Scribbler - Michael Ramirez- Sandtrooper - TD-6985
Boo Boo- Terry Emelio- ROTJ Boba Fett - BH-4667
Robeewankenobe- Rob Estrada- Jango Fett - BH-6161
"Phantom"- Mario Cardenas- X-Wing Pilot - TI-8214
Shetan- Vicki Silva- TK Stormtrooper - TI-7118
DKF Vader- Darrin Forsythe - Darth Vader - SL-5588