METHUEN — Children enjoyed hands-on experience with police and fire equipment at an enjoyable and educational event that marked the end of the school year.
Families flocked to the parking lot outside the Texas Roadhouse last Friday for touch-a-truck and out-of-school bash complete with cotton candy, ice cream, bubbles and the chance to sit in a fire engine, among other activities. The event was organized by restaurant employees.
Youth also hung out with mascots from their favorite cartoons, including Bluey.
Staff from Nevins Library were present to hand out their summer reading bags. Title Boxing also had a booth where trainers gave lessons.
Other community partners included ABA of Salem, N.H., American Entertainment, Aroma Joe’s, Cedar View Rehab, Chang’s Taekwondo, KidStrong, Launch Entertainment, Massachusetts State Police, M.A.N. inc, the Methuen Fire Department, Methuen Karate, the Methuen Police Department, the Methuen Senior Activity Center, Northeast ARC, Petwell and Waystone.