Best Bets for the Week of June 29
By Cary Roman
Jun 30, 2009 - 09:41 AM
Delray Beach- July Fourth Celebration
When: Saturday, July 4, 2009 from 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Where: Beach at A1A and Atlantic Avenue, Delray Beach
Why Go?: Sand Sculpting Contest on the beach, Patriotic Bicycle and Scooter Parade, live concerts, food, fireworks and more.
From 8:00 a.m. until noon Sand Sculpting Contest presented by the Delray Beach Rotary Sunrise. 1 p.m. winners will be announced. Ocean Boulevard and Atlantic Avenue on the Beach. Registration Information, call 270-1380 ext 17.
From 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. The 30 x 60 ft. American Flag will be flown near the beach, weather permitting, flying high near the intersection of Ocean Boulevard and Atlantic Avenue.
3:00 p.m. -Decorate Patriotic Bicycle and Scooter Parade, presented by City of Delray Beach to benefit the Delray Beach Rotary Noon time Atlantic Avenue at Veterans Park. Decorate your bikes and scooters
come one down to the park fro judging. (decorations not provided this year)
3:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Free concert- Get set for dancing on the beach! Children's activities along Atlantic Avenue.
4:00 p.m. Parade Patriotic Bike & Scooter Parade Route will be Veterans Park to A1A at the Marriott. Open to all ages. For registration information, call 279-1380 ext 17.
5:00 p.m. Winners announced and prizes awarded at the entertainment stage.
5:30 p.m. -8:00 p.m. Free Concert-Dance in the streets! Entertainment on our Delray Beach Parks & Recreation Department stage!
4:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Delicious Food and Beverages, prepared by local restaurants at Atlantic Avenue and A1A.
8:30 p.m. First Fireworks Salute 30 minutes to show time.
8:45 p.m. A Red, White & Blue 8" Star Shell will let you know that show time is in fifteen minutes. Make sure your radios are set to Sunny 104.3 FM for the fireworks music simulcast.
8:50 p.m. Fireworks Celebration Introduction & Pledge of Allegiance to the giant American Flag with Mayor Woodie McDuffie.
9:00 p.m. Fireworks Display
Boca Raton- Fabulous Fourth Celebration
When: Saturday, July 4, 2009 at 6:00 p.m.
Where: Florida Atlantic University, Boca Raton
Why Go?: Put on your best red, white, and blue for a "Fabulous Fourth" and be the guests of the City of Boca Raton as it salutes Independence Day with stirring patriotic music, spectacular fireworks, and tasty food all to make your July Fourth the most festive of national holidays. The event will take place at the Florida Atlantic University campus, a half-mile east of the Glades Road I-95 exit, beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 4, 2009. Sponsored by the City of Boca Raton, Florida Atlantic University, Greater Boca Raton Beach and Park District, Sun-Sentinel, WRMF 97.9 FM, Florida Health and Chiropractic Medicine, and Aurora Nurses Home Health Care, the outdoor event gets underway at 6:00 p.m. with various family activities and games at the Carnival Midway. The sounds of music begin with a stirring patriotic 6:30 p.m. stage show, "Red, White & Blue Spectacular," presented by ZMC Entertainment. At 7:30 p.m., the Florida Wind Symphony under the direction of Dr. Kyle Prescott, will present a patriotic, hand-clapping musical tribute. At 9:00 p.m., a spectacular fireworks display will take place filling the skies with brilliant streams of color and lights. Traditional patriotic music will accompany the fireworks. No need to bring along the picnic basket, there will be plenty of food available for purchase. Everyone is encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs to enjoy the day's festivities. Entrance to the event, event parking, and all performances are free of charge, although there may be optional purchases for food, various crafts, and to support fundraising efforts of local not-for-profit groups. Plenty of parking is available throughout the campus.
For the concern and safety of all, personal fireworks & sparklers, alcoholic beverages, open fires, and bringing along the family pet are absolutely prohibited.
www.ci.boca-raton.fl.us/specialevents
Boynton Beach- 4th of July Salute to Independence
When: Saturday, July 4, 2009 Independence Day Time: 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Where: Intracoastal Park, 2240 N. Federal Highway
Why Go?: Free Admission - Gates Open at 6:00 p.m. Live music - Spectacular Fireworks - Vendors On Site Free Park & Ride from Bank of America, Federal Hwy. & Ocean Ave.
Please, NO pets or personal fireworks permitted
This event is presented by the Boynton Beach CRA
For more information please visit, www.boyntonbeachcra.com
The Muscular Dystrphy Association Delray Beach Lock-Up
When: Thursday, July 9, 2009 at 9:00 a.m.
Where: The Sundy House, Delray Beach
Why Go?: The Muscular Dystrophy Association is arresting Delray Beach community leaders for having "big hearts". The participants will be raising "bail" to provide funds that will be used for MDA services
and programs. The bail set at $3,000 will help with the purchase of a wheelchair or leg braces, send one kid to camp and fund two support groups. For more information contact Elise Qvale at 561-742-3748.
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