It is that time of year again! Antwerp Community Development Committee (ACDC) has been working very hard for preparations for this year’s Antwerp Days. With last year’s being such a great success, we can’t wait to see what is in store this year. To kick off Saturday’s events will again be the parade. The parade…
Antwerp Days parade kicked off the morning on June 1st with a beautiful sunny sky. There were over 20 entries in this year’s parade of Summer Fun. Gem of the Year was presented to this year’s recipient during the Opening Ceremonies of Antwerp Days. Presenting the award is Antwerp Chamber President, Christy DeLong to the…
Antwerp Chamber of Commerce sponsors the Gem of the Year Award every year. The first recorded Antwerp Diamond / Gem of the Year Award was back in 1974 and Nick Daeger was that first recipient. The list of recipients over the past five decades have included local educators, business owners, village officials, local law enforcements…
Antwerp Community Development Committee decided in early 2023 that it was time to bring back a village tradition that has set by the wayside for many years — Antwerp Days. A weekend fair for the entire area complete with a breakfast sponsored by the EMS, a parade with over 30 entries, Gem of the Year…
Antwerp Chamber of Commerce sponsors the Gem of the Year awards every summer. This summer the award recognition coincided with ACDC’s revival of Antwerp Days. Denise Coleman was named Gem of the Year after all the nominations that were collected were reviewed. Denise was humbled by the selection and so very grateful to all who…
By: Stan Jordan The above picture is part of the group given to me by Ted Mendez. We have Rama Meyers, Class of 1953; Marilyn Witt, Class of 1953 and June Vail, Class of 1952. I’m not for certain what this occasion was, but I believe it was Antwerp Days 1952. See ya!
