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The annual Kids Picnic returned to Marvin Park (Tioga County Fairgrounds) on July 30. The event was free for children of all ages.   <\/span><\/p>\n

Several hundred youth attended the event from noon until 4 p.m., and enjoyed bounce houses, a tractor drawn hayride, games and a free bicycle raffle, among other fun.  <\/span>Plenty of picnic-style food was served, along with favorite treats like cotton candy, popcorn, and ice cream.<\/p>\n

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Children enjoy the duck pond at the Kids Picnic, held July 30 at Marvin Park in Owego, N.Y. (JoAnn R. Walter Photo)<\/p><\/div>\n

The Kids Picnic is an event co-sponsored by V.F.W. Post 1371 and their auxiliary, along with American Legion Post 401. The Tioga ASAP Coalition (Allies in Substance Abuse Prevention) was also a sponsor this year.<\/p>\n

V.F.W. member David Bensley and his daughter started the Kids Picnic more than 20 years ago, and as a way to give back to the community. The American Legion jumped on board about three years after.<\/p>\n

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Children get help from family members to sign up for a free bike giveaway at the Kids Picnic, held July 30 at Marvin Park in Owego, N.Y. Twenty-five bikes were distributed. The V.F.W. Post 1371 and its auxiliary and American Legion Post 401, along with the Tioga ASAP Coalition, sponsored the event. (JoAnn R. Walter Photo)<\/p><\/div>\n

Bensley was pleased to see such a favorable turnout this year, and especially since the event had been canceled the past two years due to COVID.<\/p>\n

Tom Craven, American Legion Post 401 Commander, explained that a committee encompassing members of both the V.F.W. and Legion meets regularly and raises funds throughout the year for the event. The committee also receives assistance from other organizations.<\/p>\n

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he dunking booth had a long line at the Kids Picnic, held on July 30. Here, a young boy winds up for a target. (JoAnn R. Walter Photo)<\/p><\/div>\n

Craven is grateful for all of the support, including from several volunteers, and said, \u201cThis is for the families, and we want kids to enjoy being kids.\u201d  <\/span><\/p>\n

Tioga ASAP Representatives shared that it is their goal to encourage \u201chealthy and happy families in Tioga County.\u201d<\/p>\n

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Pictured is Trevor Houghton with his slingshot car at the Kids Picnic, held July 30 at Marvin Park in Owego, N.Y. Trevor, a junior driver, stopped by to show his car before an evening race; one of Trevor’s sponsors is V.F.W. Post 1371.  Trevor will start sixth grade at the Owego Middle School this fall. (JoAnn R. Walter Photo)<\/p><\/div>\n

Families attending the picnic were able to stop by ASAP\u2019s table for information.  <\/span>Another table was hosted by the Crime Victim\u2019s Assistance Center. Center Representatives noted that their message was to spread positivity and promote healthy relationships.<\/p>\n

At the end of the picnic, 25 young people took home bicycles, a free raffle that has been a favorite at the event.<\/p>\n

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Young people enjoy outdoor games at the annual Kids Picnic, held on July 30 at Marvin Park in Owego. (JoAnn R. Walter Photo)<\/p><\/div>\n

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Families enjoy a pleasant summer day filled with food and activities at the annual Kids Picnic, held July 30 at Marvin Park in Owego. (JoAnn R. Walter Photo)<\/p><\/div>\n

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