Jerry , with Congressman Scott Garrett presenting Korean War Veteran and Wanaque resident Thomas Falato with an award at the Ridgewood 4th parade 2015
May 1st 2016
the staff of the Ridgewood blog
Ridgewood Nj, The Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration Committee is sad to announce the passing of Gerald “Jerry” DeSimone on February 10, 2016. Jerry served as committee president beginning in 1977 with a passion that was instrumental in making the Ridgewood 4th of July Celebration what is is today. We would like to thank all of the donors for their pledges in Jerry’s honor.
The Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration is an all volunteer, community funded event that receives no direct funding from the Village of Ridgewood. In addition to our generous sponsors and to ensure our tradition continues we need your support! Donate Now at the link below:
Please join us for the 106th annual Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration on Monday, July 4th, 2016.
The theme for the Parade this year is “America the Beautiful – Celebrating 100 Years of our National Parks” Our theme this year honors the creation of the National Park Service through the Organic Act of 1916 signed by President Woodrow Wilson and originated by President Theodore Roosevelt.
Each year, the Fourth of July Celebration Committee chooses a theme that celebrates a certain aspect of American history or culture. The theme also serves as the basis for the float competition held among the town’s elementary schools.
Thank you for your continued support of this great tradition!
-The Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration Commite
