time lapse photography of fireworks at night

Happy Independence Day, everyone! Hope you’re enjoying your summers and keeping cool (and dry, as the weather would have it). We’re enjoying the buzz of activity around Bugbee as we prepare for the 2026 Bugbee Games and the introduction of some new activities later this year. Thank you all for keeping in touch, coming to the Center, and enjoying some great meals with us.

A special thank you to Advance Transit is in order, along with all of you who consulted with us on the new bus shelter and handicap ramp in front of the building. This was a pretty extensive project and we appreciate all of the planning and work that went into making Bugbee more welcoming to people arriving by bus and by foot.

While we’re at it, I’d like to thank the gardeners who have done a really amazing job keeping the grounds in good shape around the building. The flowers and plants this year are in bloom and really make for a cheerful greeting to the Center. Thank you, gardeners!

Quick question for you all: what color t-shirt should we order for the Bugbee Games this year? Last year was light blue, and the year before was dark blue. Maybe a maroon or a orange for this year? Or maybe yellow polka dot? Hm… Let us know in the office what you would prefer. See you all soon!

Mark Bradley
Executive Director