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December 31, 2025

Marble City Spring Fling

The Marble City Spring Fling has been set from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. on May 16, with door prizes and free drawings throughout the day.

The morning will kick off with Breakfast at the Bank starting at 7 a.m. and live music featured on the stage throughout the day. For band or music registration, call 918-230-0605.

There will be free booth setup; first come, first serve, on outdoor spaces.

Contact Donna at 9l8-8l7-93O3 for Farmers and Art Market booth setup.

For food vendor registration or activities (car show, horseshoe/cornhole tournament, etc.), call 918-775-3002.

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