Local Crime Fighters on Display on April 13, 2013

Submitted by Connelly-Anne Ragley, Active Member

Touch A Truck, the newest Junior League of Columbia fundraiser and family event, will be held on Saturday, April 13, 2013. We're headed back to the State Farmers Market in West Columbia and look forward to transforming the market into a world of big rigs and heavy machinery for young and old alike to see up close! After a successful event in 2012, the Touch A Truck committee is 'cranked up' and ready to bring even more exciting exhibits to the event.


The 4th annual Touch A Truck event will feature all things that go! Kids have the opportunity to explore big vehicles like emergency vehicles, tractors and agricultural equipment, cement trucks, bulldozers and antique military vehicles.

This year, we are pleased to feature some of the men and women who build, protect and serve the Midlands. From the SC Forestry Commission, Lexington County Fire and EMS and Lexington County Sheriff's Office to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Richland County Sheriff's Office, there will be no shortage of cool crime fighting vehicles on display this year. Touch A Truck is also excited to have a KidPrint station on hand at the event for a chance to have a child's fingerprint made in case of emergency. As always, we appreciate the service and sacrifice of these law enforcement, fire and rescue squads and all the individuals who help keep our communities and neighborhoods safe!

This community event also features family-friendly entertainment, public safety information and healthy eating activities from JLC's Kids in the Kitchen. This year, we will also have "Tractor Town," a section of the event dedicated to the agriculture industry, sponsored by Lexington County Farm City. Mascots, face painting and other amusements round out the fun.

Come join us on April 13th! Get your tickets here!

Saturday, April 13, 2013
10 am to 2 pm
New State Farmers Market
3438 Charleston Highway
West Columbia, South Carolina

Admission: $6 per person (Children under 2 free with a paying adult) or a family 4-pack of tickets for $20