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Festive advice for the Fourth

By Maria Kaczmarek

Of the Gleaner

The Fourth of July is by far a favorite holiday of many people. It’s a time to celebrate the exciting start of the United States and watch the fireworks down by the river. The Fourth can be a fantastic time, but can be even better if you know all of the Do’s and Don’ts.

  • Do get to the fireworks early
  • Don’t wear your winter coat and lots of layers. It tends to be in the high 80’s in July

    Arriving early ensures a much better view of the fireworks.
    Arriving early ensures a much better view of the fireworks.
  • Do “stay inside and watch the fireworks in the comfort of one’s air-conditioned home. Better yet, truly get into the spirit of the holiday by inviting family and friends over for a re-enactment of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, complete with quill pens and powdered wigs.”- Anonymous WCHS student
  • Don’t park where it says don’t park. You WILL get a ticket
  • Do spend time with friends
  • Don’t let your friends walk away alone
  • Do “get there early for good parking and bring lots of drinks because it is always hot. Going out on a boat is always the most fun and best view of the fireworks.”- Anonymous WCHS student
  • Do have a fantastic night celebrating ‘merica

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