Lynwood Centennial – Birthday Week

Press release from the City of Lynwood:

July 12, 2021

One hundred years ago this week, Lynwood officially became as City as voters approved its incorporation.

In 1921, Warren G. Harding was the 29th President of the US, the US population was 105 million people (331 million today) and the City of Lynwood’s first official census count in 1930 was 7,323 (today it is 70,635).

Happy Birthday Week Lynwood!!

Here’s how you can celebrate with us:

MIDNIGHT BIRTHDAY COUNTDOWN

A midnight mariachi serenade will ring in Lynwood’s 100th Birthday. Join our city councilmembers as they celebrate the Lynwood Centennial. There will be giveaways for those who attend (while supplies last).

When: Thursday, July 15 at 11:45pm to Friday, July 16 at 12:15am.

Where: Lynwood City Hall Front Lawn

If you can’t make it, you can still watch via livestream on Facebook @mylynwoodca and Instagram @lynwoodparks.

TIME CAPSULE CEREMONY

As a gift to future Lynwood residents, a time capsule will be buried to commemorate the City’s first 100 years. Come join us for a fun evening of entertainment, a celebration of our beloved City and a special surprise! We’ll also have giveaways for those in attendance (while supplies last).

When: Friday, July 16

Times: 5-7pm – Live Entertainment

7-8pm – Time Capsule Ceremony

Sunday – Surprise Finale

If you can’t be there in person, you can still celebrate with us. Catch the livestream on Facebook @mylynwoodca and Instagram @lynwoodparks. A recording of the event will also be placed on the Lynwood website and YouTube channels.

We’re so excited to celebrate our Centennial with you! See you on July 15th and 16th!

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