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Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department Celebrated in August

Several community events during the month of August will highlight the history of the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department.

Information from Sarah Warnick--

The Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department will be celebrated in August through a series of events, including a Fireman’s Muster on Main Street in downtown Pleasanton, An Evening with Pleasanton Firefighters at the Firehouse Arts Center, and Courage Under Fire an exhibit at Museum on Main.

The Courage Under Fire exhibit will be on display at Museum on Main from July 31 through October 13.  The exhibit will feature historic photographs and artifacts from the founding of the all-volunteer Pleasanton Fire Department in 1888 through the incorporation of the joint Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department and into the present day.  The museum is located at 603 Main Street and is open to the public Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.  There is no fee for this special exhibition.

On Tuesday, August 13th enjoy An Evening with Pleasanton Firefighters at the Firehouse Arts Center in downtown Pleasanton.  At 7 p.m. firefighters from past and present, will share their experiences and memories through the years.  Speakers include retired Fire Chief George Withers, Fire Marshall Scott Deaver and Fire Chief Jim Miguel.  Historic fires, such as Castlewood Country Club and Ruby Hill Winery, will be discussed along with various memorable, and sometimes humorous, emergency incidents from the past.  A reception on the outdoor patio will take place immediately following the talk.  Information on how to purchase tickets for this event can be found at www.museumonmain.org.

The firefighting themed events culminate with the Fireman’s Muster on Saturday, August 17th as antique and modern fire apparatus and equipment roll onto Main Street in Downtown Pleasanton for a fun day of demonstrations, contests, and food.  Firefighting rigs and apparatus from across the state will be on display at the muster, including a 1928 Ahrens Fox Rig that was shipped to California in November 1963 through the Panama Canal from Ocean City, New Jersey. 

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Attendees will also enjoy a 1975 Miller-Meyer Ambulance from Okaland.  Free activities will take place throughout the day on Main Street, including music by Tommy and the 4 Speeds, a bucket-brigade competition, motorized and hand-operated apparatus demonstrations, and children’s activities.

For those who come hungry to the Fireman’s Muster, a pancake breakfast prepared by the Livermore-Pleasanton Fire Department’s Foundation kicks off the day at 8 a.m. at Museum on Main.  

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Donations for the pancake breakfast are appreciated.  Later in the day, attendees may purchase $10 tickets for an afternoon BBQ taking place at Museum on Main from noon through 4:30 p.m. Lunch includes a tri-tip sandwich, chips, and drink.  


More information on all exhibits and events can be found at www.museumonmain.org.



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