>Support the Fourth of July ‘Tradition : “Celebrate the Constitution.”
Friday, April 29, 2011
THE RIDGEWOOD NEWS
Support Fourth of July tradition
To the editor:
July 4th in Ridgewood is a very special day that our area looks forward to all year. In 2011, the Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration Committee will sponsor its 101st anniversary on Monday, July 4. The day includes our flag raising, parade and fireworks. This year’s theme is “Celebrate the Constitution.” The committee is an all-volunteer community group that coordinates the day’s events and does not receive direct funding from the Village of Ridgewood.
The Ridgewood Fourth of July Celebration began in 1910 when the local papers, the civic section of the Woman’s Club and the Ridgewood Fire Department joined forces to create a “safe and sane” holiday with an emphasis on patriotism. It has grown into one of the largest celebrations in the New York City area and has been featured on CNN and Good Morning America as well as local New York stations. The celebration was once again named Best Parade and Fireworks by the readers of (201) magazine.
