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Celebrating the 4th of July

July 2, 2017

Independence Day, or referred to as the "4th of July" is celebrated in honor of the Declaration of Independence and observed with festivities, i.e. parades, concerts, picnics, barbecues, fireworks and fun times with family and friends; and whether you are going to the beach, watching fireworks or having a block party, make sure to have a great time & be safe!

For those who want to stay close to home and enjoy a day by the pool, check out the "Fourth of July Champagne Brunch and Pool Party" at the Beach and Tennis Club. The clubhouse will be open from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m for the 4th of July activities. Champagne Brunch will be served from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m., but only for those who purchased their tickets before June 30, 2017. Clubhouse members get in for FREE, but there is a $7.00 cover charge per guest. There will be plenty of fun activities, such as music, dancing, face painting, big splash contest, hula hoop contest, yacht club boat parade @ 1:00 p.m., and the Boy Scout Troop 628 BBQ @ 11:30 a.m. The poolside bar will be serving some of your favorite drinks from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (Please no outside alcohol will be permitted.)


Later at night, it's time to bring the family to one of those spectacular firework shows that will amaze everyone in attendance:

Huntington Beach Pier
325 Pacific Coast Highway
Huntington Beach, CA 92648

Lake Mission Viejo
22555 Olympiad Road
Mission Viejo, CA 92692

Laguna Niguel Regional Park
28241 La Paz Road
Laguna Niguel, CA. 92677

Disneyland
1313 Disneyland Dr.
Anaheim, CA 92802

Parque Del Mar
622 Avenida Del Mar
San Clemente, CA 92672

San Juan Capistrano Sports Park
25925 Camino del Avion
San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675

Newport Dunes Waterfront Resort
1131 Back Bay Dr.
Newport Beach, CA 92660

If you're thinking about having fun lighting your own fireworks, please be safe and pay attention to the following "safety" tips:

1. Do not use / purchase "illegal" fireworks.
2. Fireworks need to be "Safe and Sane".
3. Have a bucket of water/hose handy.
4. Adult(s) should be present at all times.
5. Use common sense/keep a safe distance.
6. Fireworks are to be used outdoors only.
7. Always read directions.

Ten (10) cities in Orange County allow the sale and use of "Safe and Sane" fireworks, which has become a big fundraising opportunity for school and community groups: Anaheim, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Santa Ana, Stanton, Villa Park and Westminster. Please be aware of the strict rules regarding the use of fireworks, as each violation could range from $500+ in penalty fines.

As in every year, show off your patriotism, wear your red, white & blue with pride, and have a great time with your family & friends!