CLAMERICA CELEBRATION annually on July 4th
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For dates and information: www.CedarKey.org 352-543-6346 or 352-543-5057 It’s all things clam every 4th of July. Selected as a TOP 20 event by the Southeastern Tourism Society, Clamerica is Cedar Key’s celebration of its newfound status as one of the nation’s top clam producers. The town knows how to throw a party, and you’re invited! Community organizations serve up steamed clams, clams-on-the-half-shell, clam chowder, and clam fritters for all of you clam lovers. Other local seafood specialties include smoked mullet, crab cakes, and fried shrimp. Hamburgers, hot dogs, corn-on-thecob, watermelon, root beer floats, and ice cream round out the fare. For the kids there is the bicycle parade, sand sculpture, clam bag races, clam harvest-hunt, clam races, and the clam-lease (greased) pole climb. The annual Cultured Clam Cook-off showcases new and favorite recipes, along with clam cooking and shucking demonstrations. The Clam Challenge for restaurateurs is a popular event, during which the public is invited to taste and assist a panel of judges in selecting the best dish. Enjoy the kayak race, golf cart parade and clam farming exhibits. Continuous live music in the park is followed by fireworks over the water at dusk.
NATURE’S LANDING CONDOMINIUMS 7041 Depot Street Cedar Key, FL 32625 Have fun, experience nature, relax in luxury. Witness the changing tides, the eagles, ospreys and the colorful sky. Charter a boat and go deep sea fishing. Rent a golf cart and tour the island. Or . . .. just relax by pool side.
Pam Oakley, On Site Rental Manager Office Hours: 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. daily
352-543-9900 Toll Free 1-877-543-9966 Rentals@CedarKeyLandings.com www.CedarKeyLandings.com
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