233 Cheers for Independence: This Year's July 4th Celebrations
By: Maria Gonzalez
Issue date: 6/29/09 Section: Entertainment
It's that time of year again. Families are grilling, kids laughing, parades passing by, and yes, the fireworks are blasting in the sky. That's right; I'm talking about the Fourth of July celebrations. There is so much to do on this day of celebration regardless of where you live. Hence, if you are not sure where the action and celebration is, never fear, here are the special events happening for our Independence Day.
In Hammond on July 4, located at the Harrison Park (Hohman Ave & Waltham St.) there will be food vendors, a patriotic music concert beginning at 5:15 p.m., and a naturalization ceremony at 6 p.m. After the ceremony, the fireworks are unleashed.
Highland's celebration is a bit longer. At Main Square Park, there will be a festival starting on July 1 thru July 5. Food, games, rides, music, and arts and crafts will be some of the attractions at this celebration. July 3 there will be a Citizen's Financial Mile Race. The race is for all ages and begins 6:30 p.m. at 40th St. and Kennedy Ave. July 4 there will be a fireworks show at the Homestead Park at 9 p.m.
Crown Point will be starting their parade July 4 at 2 p.m. beginning at Taft Jr. HS and traveling North on Main St. Independence Day fireworks will start at 9:30 p.m. located at the Lake County Fairgrounds.
On the other Hand, Cedar Lake will be holding a Summerfest on July 2 through July 5. July 2, the fest will have plenty of activities for senior citizens, located at Hanover Central HS (10120 W. 133rd Ave.) There will be a cookout at the town grounds. July 3 there will be a tribute to Miley Cyrus, food, bingo, etc. July 4, there will be registration for a cardboard boat race. The boat race and fireworks takes place at the lakefront.
"Gary, Indiana…Where We Are Doing Great Things!" is the theme for this year's 4th of July parade taking place on July 4. The parade will travel north on Broadway from 21st Ave. to 5th Ave beginning at 9 a.m. Just about every park in Gary will have fireworks.
East Chicago will hold their Independence Day celebration July 2 at East Chicago Marina located at 3301 Aldis Ave. on the boardwalk. The celebration includes music, food, fun, and of course fireworks for the whole family to enjoy.
In Munster, Independence Day festivities are located at Centennial Park on July 3. The Northwest Indiana Symphony will perform, along with fireworks at 9:15 p.m. July 4 the traditional parade will commence at 2 p.m. at Fisher & Calumet.
Merrillville will hold their fireworks show at Hidden Lake Park on July 3 and 4. The celebration will feature live entertainment, food vendors, a carnival, and fireworks at 9 p.m. The parade is on July 4, starting at 53rd to 64th and Broadway at 11 a.m.
Don't miss out. Come and join in the fun this week!
For more information about the Independence Day celebrations, go to http://www.panoramanow.com/Festivals.htm.
In Hammond on July 4, located at the Harrison Park (Hohman Ave & Waltham St.) there will be food vendors, a patriotic music concert beginning at 5:15 p.m., and a naturalization ceremony at 6 p.m. After the ceremony, the fireworks are unleashed.
Highland's celebration is a bit longer. At Main Square Park, there will be a festival starting on July 1 thru July 5. Food, games, rides, music, and arts and crafts will be some of the attractions at this celebration. July 3 there will be a Citizen's Financial Mile Race. The race is for all ages and begins 6:30 p.m. at 40th St. and Kennedy Ave. July 4 there will be a fireworks show at the Homestead Park at 9 p.m.
Crown Point will be starting their parade July 4 at 2 p.m. beginning at Taft Jr. HS and traveling North on Main St. Independence Day fireworks will start at 9:30 p.m. located at the Lake County Fairgrounds.
On the other Hand, Cedar Lake will be holding a Summerfest on July 2 through July 5. July 2, the fest will have plenty of activities for senior citizens, located at Hanover Central HS (10120 W. 133rd Ave.) There will be a cookout at the town grounds. July 3 there will be a tribute to Miley Cyrus, food, bingo, etc. July 4, there will be registration for a cardboard boat race. The boat race and fireworks takes place at the lakefront.
"Gary, Indiana…Where We Are Doing Great Things!" is the theme for this year's 4th of July parade taking place on July 4. The parade will travel north on Broadway from 21st Ave. to 5th Ave beginning at 9 a.m. Just about every park in Gary will have fireworks.
East Chicago will hold their Independence Day celebration July 2 at East Chicago Marina located at 3301 Aldis Ave. on the boardwalk. The celebration includes music, food, fun, and of course fireworks for the whole family to enjoy.
In Munster, Independence Day festivities are located at Centennial Park on July 3. The Northwest Indiana Symphony will perform, along with fireworks at 9:15 p.m. July 4 the traditional parade will commence at 2 p.m. at Fisher & Calumet.
Merrillville will hold their fireworks show at Hidden Lake Park on July 3 and 4. The celebration will feature live entertainment, food vendors, a carnival, and fireworks at 9 p.m. The parade is on July 4, starting at 53rd to 64th and Broadway at 11 a.m.
Don't miss out. Come and join in the fun this week!
For more information about the Independence Day celebrations, go to http://www.panoramanow.com/Festivals.htm.
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