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Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Boston Pops Fourth of July Schedule and Tips
From Boston Pops-backed fireworks to porta-potties, here's all you need to know to plan your Independence Day festivities July 3 and 4 at the Esplanade.
Where to See Fireworks this Fourth of July Week
Celebrate July 4th with these fireworks displays scheduled in the Greater Boston area and North Shore of Massachusetts.
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5 Things You Need To Know Today
Five Things: July 4th Forecast and Guide
Today is Wednesday, July 4. Here are five things you need to know.
1. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms this morning and then again tonight, before 11 p.m., according to the National Weather Service. During the day, it should be partly sunny with a high near 82. 2. Heading into Boston to see the fireworks tonight? Here’s everything you need to know. 3. If you’re not interested in navigating the crowds in Boston, you can always celebrate America’s independence at Robbins Farm Park. 4. See the full list of area fireworks displays. 5. And don’t forget, the tall ships are in town until Friday.
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Tuesday, July 3, 2012
Boston Pops Fourth of July Schedule and Tips
From Boston Pops-backed fireworks to porta-potties, here's all you need to know to plan your Independence Day festivities July 3 and 4 at the Esplanade.
Planning to head into Boston for the annual Pops concert? Here's everything you need to know. Jennifer Hudson will headline the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular during the city's 39th annual premier Independence Day celebration. The fun starts Tues, July 3 at 6 p.m., with a concert at 8:30 p.m., followed by more festivities on Wed, July 4 as thousands of people from across the country will flock to the Hatch Shell on the Charles River Esplanade for live music, food, and of course, fireworks. The Oval (the area in front of the Hatch Shell) opens at 9 a.m. Wednesday with entertainment throughout the day and into the evening. Other performers include Michael Chiklis, Keith Lockhart, conductor of the Boston Pops, and performances from the …
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Monday, July 2, 2012
July 4th at Robbins Farm Park
Celebrate Independence Day right here in Arlington.
If you’re not interested in navigating the crowds in Boston this Fourth of July, you can always celebrate America’s independence at Robbins Farm Park. The Friends of Robbins Farm Park, in partnership with the Town of Arlington, Premiere Roofing & Remodeling and NStar, is throwing its annual Independence Day Celebration, with live music from the John Penny Band, food, drinks and glow sticks and, of course, the Boston Pops Orchestra and fireworks display on the big screen. The July 4th event, which is free, gets underway at 6 p.m., with the John Penny Band at 7 p.m. and the fireworks shortly after 10 p.m. Click here for a full list of area fireworks displays.
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Sunday, July 1, 2012
Recipe of the Week: Fourth of July Rice Krispie Treats
These easy to make red, white and blue treats are great for little chefs to help with.
"If our country is worth dying for in time of war let us resolve that it is truly worth living for in time of peace." ~Hamilton Fish My boy is always asking to help me in the kitchen. Since it is typically a mad scramble to get dinner on the table after work and activities, our cooking together time is reserved for the weekends. I was looking for something to make to bring to a party on the Fourth of July and stumbled upon a really fun photo and recipe on www.lilluna.com. I knew it would be the perfect treat for us to make together. Kids (and lots of us older folks) love Rice Krispie Treats and by just adding a little food coloring you can tailor them to suit most any holiday. Since Independence Day is just around the corner, this red, …
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Daily PatchCast
PatchCast: Celebrating Independence
A video roundup of the area's latest developments for Tuesday, July 5.
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MARILYN KRAIN
7:36 pm on Monday, July 2, 2012
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