You are invited to the McTown Klownz 30th Anniversary and Fire Safety Day

Combining Fire Prevention Week with
celebrating the legendary Fire Safety Klownz

McKinney, Texas – The McKinney Fire Department is throwing a big party for the McTown Klownz to celebrate the 30 years that the group has entertained and educated Collin County school kids. This anniversary coincides with the start of Fire Prevention Week, so there will also be fire safety games, crafts, fire truck tours and more!

McTown Klownz 30th Birthday and Fire Safety Day is slated for Saturday, October 7 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the John and Judy Gay Library, 6861 Eldorado Pkwy, McKinney, TX 75070.

Activities include:

Meet the McTown Klownz
Tour the Fire Truck and ambulance
Tour the Fire Safety House
Bunker Gear try-on stations (kid and adult sizes)
Assistance preparing your family fire escape plan
Fire hose water race cars

Ret. Firefighter Brent Rollins founded the group in 1993 and coined the phrase ‘Edu-tainment’ (education mixed with entertainment) to describe the performances they bring to the schools.

“The McTown Klownz have served our city proudly for 30 years and this is our chance to honor them for their hard work. They have taught tens of thousands of children how to stay safe and they have no plans on slowing down,” said McKinney Fire Chief Paul Dow.

About McKinney

As one of the fastest-growing cities in America, McKinney maintains a nationally-acclaimed quality of life coupled with a convenient location to the DFW area. The city offers award-winning schools, a vibrant historic downtown and cultural district, and a trendy culinary scene set within a uniquely beautiful natural setting. McKinney is home to the top-rated McKinney National Airport and serves as the headquarters to many Fortune 500 companies. A balanced way of life, sense of place and authenticity make McKinney “Unique by nature.” To learn more, visit www.mckinneytexas.org.