It was an exciting weekend for the community in Twentynine Palms as they celebrated the grand opening of Freedom Plaza, formerly known as Project Phoenix. The Saturday (March 12) celebration saw vendors, live bands, silent disco, a beer garden, and many speeches from public officials.
Left to Right: Councilmembers Daniel Mintz, Steve Bilderain, and Joel Klink, Dominic Heiden, field representative from Senator Shannon Grove’s office, Mayor Karmolette O’Gilvie, Councilmember McArthur Wright, JTNP Superintendent David Smith and a representative from Assemblyman Chad Mayes office. 
Mayor Karmolette O’Gilvie addresses the crowd.
Joshua Tree National Park Superintendent David Smith spoke at the opening event. 
Beer garden at the grand opening.
Mayor Karmolette O’Gilvie addresses the crowd. 
Colonel David A. Suggs from the Marine base ordered all on the premises to “have a great time.” 
Ben Vaughn, frontman for The Everglades, plays for the crowd. 
Jungle Fire lit the crowd up! 
Beer garden at night. 
Rosa Pullman and her band.
Rosa Pullman and her band.
Local vendor lights it up. 
Jungle Fire
Vicki Waite, local author, and Community Development Director Travis Clark celebrate at Freedom Plaza. 
