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“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands. One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.”
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"...Land Of The Free And
The Home Of The Brave"
 The United States is truly a diverse nation made up of dynamic people. Each year on July 4, Americans celebrate that freedom and independence with barbecues, picnics, and family gatherings.
On July 4, 1776, we claimed our independence from Britain and Democracy was born. Every day thousands leave their homeland to come to the "land of the free and the home of the brave" so they can begin their American Dream.
Since that time, America has experience evolution in the in the forms of tragedies and triumphs. Multiple wars have been waged and innocent people have sacrificed their freedom that we could enjoy it today. It is time that we re-define the American dream.
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4th OF July Firworks and EVENTS 2009
Find A Fireworks Display near You To Enjoy With Your Family & Friends
Brevard County
• City of Cocoa Beach/City of Cape Canaveral
Cocoa Beach – Cape Canaveral Community Fireworks Show
Saturday, July 4, 2009
9pm
Off shore from Shepard Park – Cocoa Beach
• The City of Melbourne will host a Fourth of July parade and fireworks show on Saturday, July 4. The parade will start at 10 a.m. and will travel on New Haven Avenue to Oak Street in downtown Melbourne. The fireworks show will be at 9 p.m. over the Indian River Lagoon at Claude Edge Street Park. Due to limited parking at the park, there will be free shuttle bus service from Melbourne Auditorium beginning at 7:10 p.m.
• The City of Titusville and the Valiant Air Command Warbird Museum are hosting the Red, White, and Boom Festival on Saturday, July 4, at the Space Coast Regional Airport on Golden Knights Boulevard. Some highlights include a night-time fireworks show, vintage airplanes on display and mini fly-overs.
Lake County
• City of Groveland
July 4th Event
Saturday, July 4, 2009
12 – 9:30pm
Lake David Park – 450 s. Lave Ave. – Groveland
The City’s Annual Fourth of July Celebration features food and merchandise vendors, free games and play areas for the children, exhibits and live music for adult entertainment, a watermelon eating contest, a Firecracker Pageant (children only) and a fireworks extravaganza after dark. FREE. For more information, call Christina Stidham at 352-429-2141 x 236 ore email christina.stidham@groveland-fl.gov.
• City of Mount Dora
17th Annual “Old Fashioned” 4th of July Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 2009
5 – 9pm
Gilbert Park and Simpson’s Cove – Mount Dora
The “It’s a Grand Ole Flag” Independence Day Parade kicks off the festivities at 10 am. At 5pm, cold drinks, hot dogs and ice cream will be on sale at Simpson’s Cove. A disc jockey playing music will be on hand with games for the youngsters starting at 5pm. The Mount Dora Jazz Band will play form 7 to 8 pm. The fireworks will begin at 9pm. FREE. For more information, call Lori at 352-383-2165 or email chamber@mountdora.com
• City of Tavares
City of Tavares July 4th Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 2009
3 – 9pm
Wooton Park – 200 s. Rockingham Ave.; Tavares
This event will include a performance from the Leonard Brothers Band and a special performance by Dance Depot. There will be activities throughout the evening, including a jet-ski show, juggler, face painter, caricature artist, stilt walker, games and bounces. The fireworks show begins at 9pm. FREE. For more information, call Valerie Madden at 352-742-6370 or email vmadden@tavares.org.
Orange County
• City of Orlando
Fireworks at the Fountain
Saturday, July 4, 2009
4 – 10pm
Lake Eola Park – 195 N. Rosalind Avenue – Downtown Orlando
Join Mayor Buddy Dyer on Saturday, July 4th for “Fireworks at the Fountain”, a patriotic celebration of fun, food and fanfare at Lake Eola Park! Enjoy live entertainment and an area just for kids! Plus an amazing fireworks display! Festivities begin at 4pm, so get there early for a great viewing spot of the fountain and the fireworks! The finale of fireworks will begin at 9:15pm. This is a FREE event. Commerical vendors will be displayed throughout the park and assorted food and beverage refreshments will be available for purchase.
• City of Winter Garden
6th Annual All American Kids Parade & Breakfast
Saturday, July 4, 2009
8 – 10am – Breakfast – Masonic Lodge – 230 Bay Street
10 am – Parade – Plant Street in Historic Downtown Winter Garden
Right out of the paintings of Norman Rockwell – this annual parade brings back memories of days gone by. The parade features kids with their bicycles and wagons decked out in their patriotic best. The annual event is sponsored by the Masonic Lodge, Winter Garden Heritage Foundation and the Historic Downtown Winter Garden Merchant’s Guild.
Call the History Center at 407-656-3244 for participation information.
Party in the Park
Saturday, July 4, 2009
5 – 9pm
Newton Park – 29 West Garden Avenue
Bring your lawn chair, blanket or just have a seat in the grass for this old fashioned celebration! Keep your eyes on the sky for one of the best fireworks displays in Orange County at 9 pm. Enjoy this special evening with family and friends while taking in games, entertainment, food, live music and more. FREE
• The City of Winter Park is hosting the Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration along Park Ave from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. This family-friendly event includes a kids’ bicycle parade, horse-drawn carriage rides, all-American food, and the Rockin’ Roadster show.
Osceola County
•The City of Celebration is hosting a '70s themed party with live music, inflatable games, a '70s costume contest and fireworks. The party starts at 5 p.m. at the Celebration Town Center. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m.
•Downtown Disney is hosting a fireworks show at 10:30 p.m.
•The City of Kissimmee is hosting its annual Fourth of July celebration at Kissimmee Lakefront Park, 100 Lakeshore Boulevard. Some of the entertainment includes a water ski show, street performers, a food festival, karaoke, bingo and fireworks.
Seminole County
• City of Altamonte Springs
Red, Hot & Boom
Friday, July 3, 2009
4 – 11pm
Cranes Roost Park – Uptown Altamonte
Red, Hot & Boom is the City of Altamonte Springs’ 14th Annual Independence Day Celebration. The event fetures live entertainment brought to you by XL106.7 Radio, children’s activities, vendor booths, food, drink and a 25 minute fireworks display synchronized with a mix of patriotic and today’s musical hits. Artists scheduled to appear include: Evan Taubenfield, Jessie James, The Cab, We the Kings, Mat Nathanson, Hey Monday, Carolina Liar, Kevin Rudolf & Parachute. No coolers or pets allowed. FREE.
• City of Lake Mary
Red, Rock & Blue 2
Friday, July 3, 2009
6 – 9pm
Central Park at Lake Mary City Hall
The City of Lake Mary Presents Red, Rock & Blue 2 – A Live concert in the park featuring “Rainbows’ End”. Bring your picnic basket for a picnic in the park or food & non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase from local vendors. For more information, call Melissa Flippen at 407-585-1428.
• City of Oviedo
Annual Independence Day Celebration
Saturday, July 4, 2009
11am – 9pm
Oviedo Gymnasium & Aquatic Facility – 148 Oviedo Blvd.
The City of Oviedo Recreation and Parks proudly present our Annual Independence Day Celebration!!! Saturday, July 4, 2009 at the Oviedo Gymnasium & Aquatic Facility. The Pool Party will be at the Big Kahuna from 11am – 8pm. The Block Party is from 12pm – 9pm. Purchase tickets at the Oviedo Aquatic Facility or Riverside Park. For more information call 407-971-5575 or 407-971-5568.
• City of Sanford
Star Spangled Sanford on the RiverWalk
Saturday, July 4, 2009
5 – 10pm
Sanford RiverWalk – Downtown Sanford
The City of Sanford and the Orlando-Sanford International Airport Present Star Spangled Sanford on the RiverWalk! There will be professional entertainment at every turn, featuring: Music with Scooter the DJ, Extreme Trampoline Show, Strolling Entertainment, Acrobatic Stilt Walkers and Fireworks over Lake Monroe by Melrose Pyrotechnics. No coolers allowed in the park after 3pm. The Ft. Mellon Park Splash Pad will be open on July 4th from 10am-8pm with the usual admission FEE.
• City of Winter Springs
Celebration of Freedom ‘09
Saturday, July 4, 2009
5 – 10pm
Central Winds Park – State Road 436 – Winter Springs
Bring the family and watch as we “Light up the Night” at The Annual Winter Springs Celebration of Freedom!!! Enjoy the Winter Springs Kids Area with games, climbing wall, bounce houses and more, including Live entertainment, surprise guests and hot air balloon rides…all followed up by a Fireworks Spectacular choreographed to music at 9:15pm. There will be concession vendors on hand featuring great food and drinks throughout the grass amphitheater. FREE
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Volusia County
•The City of Daytona Beach is hosting a Fourth of July barbecue and block party. The event lasts from 6 p.m. until midnight. Fireworks start at 9:30 p.m.
•The City of Deltona is hosting its third annual Independence Day celebration from 6 to 10 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, at the Deltona Parks and Sports Complex, 1200 Saxon Blvd. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.
•The City of Ormond Beach is hosting a Fourth of July party and fireworks display from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at 22 S. Beach Street.
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