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Let us draw your mind’s picture – the well-darkened sky suddenly sinking into flashes of color, sounds, and lights. Below, people are gripping their stomachs and opening their eyes in amazement as the fireworks go off, leaving a glittering trail in the sky. There is still no match for the excitement of a fireworks show that joins people and provides them with fond memories.
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Ridgewood NJ, Join the Village of Ridgewood on Thursday, July 4th at Veterans Field for an evening of fun, entertainment, and fireworks! (Rain date: Friday, July 5, 2024). Gates open at 6:00 PM, but please note that all patrons and their belongings will be subject to security checks by the Police Department. For a smoother entry, there will be two lines: one for those with bags and one for those without. Please expect some delays, and remember that gates will close at 9:00 PM.
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Paramus NJ, try, try again , after being rained out twice earlier, the borough of Paramus Annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration is finally happening this Sunday, almost eight weeks after the official Independence Day and one last chance to celebrate the Fourth of July .
Continue reading Paramus to Celebrate July Fourth — on August 27th
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Continue reading Gates Open at 6pm Tonight for the Annual Ridgewood Fireworks
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Ridgewood NJ, Don’t miss the 4th of July fireworks celebration in Ridgewood! Live entertainment by the Nines at 6pm, the Stilettos at 7pm, and Dads’ Night Band at 8pm. Plus amazing fireworks by Grucci!
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Ridgewood NJ, 4th of July is around the corner, and in tradition with the holiday comes fireworks! For many of our pets, fireworks can provoke fear and anxiety from the unpredictable noise and vibration it causes. Trupanion, the leader in medical insurance for cats and dogs, is here to share some helpful tips and insight into reducing your pet‘s anxiety towards fireworks.
Continue reading 4 Tips for the 4th of July to Keep your Pets Happy & Safe
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Ridgewood NJ, the Fourth of July, also known as Independence Day or July 4th, has been a federal holiday in the United States since 1941, but the tradition of Independence Day celebrations goes back to the 18th century and the American Revolution. On July 2nd, 1776, the Continental Congress voted in favor of independence, and two days later delegates from the 13 colonies adopted the Declaration of Independence, a historic document drafted by Thomas Jefferson. From 1776 to the present day, July 4th has been celebrated as the birth of American independence, with festivities ranging from fireworks, parades and concerts to more casual family gatherings and barbecues. The Fourth of July 2021 is on Sunday, July 4, 2021; the federal holiday will be observed on Monday, July 5, 2021.
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Ridgewood NJ, 4th of July is around the corner, and in tradition with the holiday comes fireworks! For many of our pets, fireworks can provoke fear and anxiety from the unpredictable noise and vibration it causes. Trupanion, the leader in medical insurance for cats and dogs, is here to share some helpful tips and insight into reducing your pet’s anxiety towards fireworks.
Continue reading 4 Tips to ease firework anxiety this 4th of July for Pets
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West Trenton NJ, Independence Day 2020 has arrived, and although we will be celebrating differently this year by wearing face coverings and social distancing, we expect our roadways to experience increased traffic as a result of motorists traveling to New Jersey’s beaches, state parks, lakes and other tourists attractions as they always do during this holiday weekend. We know our citizens have done a great job flattening the curve through social distancing, and now we are asking motorists to help us flatten the crash curve by driving defensively, obeying speed limits, and by not getting behind the wheel while under the influence.
Continue reading New Jersey State Police to Increase Patrols Statewide July 4th Weekend
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Midland Park NJ, Midland Park Police Department:
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July 3,2013
Ridgewood Veterinary Hospital
Ridgewood NJ , Many pets are sensitive to loud noises and bright lights, like those in a firework display or a thunderstorm. Because they have more sensitive hearing than us, even a distant firework boom can trigger a “flight or fight” response. If they are outdoors, they will run for miles from the noise at once, even through traffic. They may even break through or dig under fences if necessary since it is quite frightening for them. Once far away from your care, they are most susceptible to being hit by a car or suffering from heatstroke.
Make sure your animals have identification and/or a microchip in case they do run away. When walking your pet, keep a tight grip, as a loud noise may cause them to bolt. Keep them at home during the fireworks because besides scaring them, it is much too painful for their ears. Put your pet in the quietest room of the house and close the blinds so no flashes of light can be seen, which may startle them. To drown out any possible firework crackles and loud noises, you can turn the TV or radio on or play some soothing, classical music. If your pet gets particularly stressed during fireworks or thunderstorms, call to make an appointment to discuss this with one of our veterinarians. There are many things we can do to help, such as offer medication to them.
Whether attending fireworks or not this holiday, it’s a hot time of year, so it is best to keep your pets indoors, in a cool place with plenty of fresh water. If you happen to be traveling to a party, do not leave your pets in the parked car, as it can reach 150 degrees in minutes.
Make this a safe, healthy and happy holiday with your pets. Wish you all a very Happy July 4th from the doctors and staff of Ridgewood Veterinary Hospital!
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Ridgewood NJ, Due to repairs at the Ridgewood High School Stadium Field, both Stevens and Stadium Fields will not be available for 4th of July fireworks viewing. There will be no access to these fields.
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Thursday, July 4, 2019
Schedule of Events
Flag Raising: 9:00 am – Wilsey Square
Parade begins 10:00 am (Rain or Shine) – South Monroe Street and Godwin Avenue:
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Ridgewood NJ, just to clear up a few misconceptions the Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration is organized by the Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration, Inc., an all-volunteer, non-profit community group.
All aspects of this annual celebration including fireworks, bands, evening performers, insurance, police and fire personnel are funded by voluntary contributions from local businesses and individuals.
That is the way it has always been , always not just this year but as long as we can remember and that is the early 1960’s.
So get those chairs ready and support the tradition .
July 2,2018
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Ridgewood NJ, The Ridgewood July 4th Committee invites you to “Support the Tradition” !
At 10AM (rain or shine) a Parade of bands and festive floats will march from the Westside of the Train Tracks ; down E. Ridgewood Avenue to N. Maple Ave., past Village Hall ending at Graydon Pool.
Fireworks will take place around 9PM on Veterans Field. The evening festivities start at 6PM with entrainment at the Kasschau Shell. Fireworks tickets are available in advance for $10 in Backyard Living, Hillmann electric, ConnectOne Bank, Bookends, Daily Treat, The Wine Seller, Goffle Brook Farm, Town & Country – and the Ridgewood Library – June 28 – 30 9am to 3pm. Fireworks tickets at the gate are $15 for adults and $$10 for children.
Information: 201/602-1922
