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The Fourth of July is an American holiday that commemorates that country's independence from England.

The Fourth of July is a national holiday in the United States of America on which all units of government and many businesses are closed. America celebrates its independence from Great Britain on the Fourth of July because that was the day the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress. Thomas Jefferson is credited with authoring the majority of that document.

Many cities and municipalities celebrate the Fourth of July with a fireworks display. Perhaps the most famous fireworks display in on the National Mall in Washington DC, where tens of thousands gather to picnic and watch the fireworks after dark. New York's fireworks celebration over the East River is the country's largest. Boston also hosts a famous fireworks display near the Charles River accompanied by the sound of the Boston Pops. Chicago's fireworks were traditionally on July 3 as part of the Taste of Chicago, but the display was canceled in 2011 for budgetary reasons. Parades are another common Fourth of July tradition in smaller towns.

Culinarily speaking, many people host cookouts or barbeques on the Fourth of July and create festive dishes that feature the signature colors of the United States: red, white and blue.

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  • Fourth of July Fabric Strip Pennant


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    This is a really easy project and it’s sooo cute and festive. The length of time it takes to complete just depends on how long you want your pennant to be. Fourth of July fabric strip pennant I decided to decorate Honey Bump Maternity this year in celebration of Independence Day. I’ve never really ...
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  • Fourth of July Pie Cookie


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    Looking for a Fourth of July dessert that’s a little different from the typical red, white and blue flag cake?  Don’t get me wrong, the flag cake is a classic.  But if you’re looking to stand out in a different way this year, try this recipe from Parnell’s Pantry for a Fourth of July Pie Cookie .   ...
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  • Celebrate Flag Day with Some Hand-Crafted Americana!


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    Happy Flag Day to our friends across the US! In celebration of this holiday, and because July 4 is just three weeks away, I wanted to share some of my favorite American flag-inspired knit and crochet projects. Which one will you make to celebrate Independence Day? Get just a touch of Americana with ...
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  • Fourth of July Party Decorations :: Hand-painted Napkins


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    Make yourself a unique table setting for your 4th of July party.   Fourth of July Party Decorations If you’re inspired by our 5 mouthwatering recipes for your fourth of July party , then, perhaps you’d like to  bring up your outdoor table setting a notch as well with these hand-decorated Fourth of July ...
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  • Father’s Day Favorite: Apricot Pineapple Sweet Ribs Recipe


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    Entry #2519, June 12, 2013   There’s no question how fathers love to eat. As the saying goes, “The way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” Indeed, it’s true and perhaps effective! But who can resist a delicious serving of food on the table? Of course none! What is even better is a barbecue featuring ...
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  • Microwave Confetti Fudge Recipe


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    I’ve never seen a fudge that called for powdered sugar and no marshmallows… so, of course, being me- I had to make it.   It was microwave only versus standing over my stove stirring a boiling pot which was pretty nice in the heat. I like that you can mix up whichever sprinkle colors to [...] The post Microwave ...
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  • ‘Independence Week’ Limited Time Magic, Fourth of July Events Announced for Walt Disney World


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    ‘Independence Week’ Limited Time Magic, Fourth of July Events Announced for Walt Disney World originally appeared on StitchKingdom.com , the number one unofficial source for news on The Walt Disney Company. Please follow us Twitter and Like on Facebook . Walt Disney World today announced its celebration ...
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  • Motown band, the Commodores, to be featured at Springfield Fourth of July fireworks show


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    The annual Fourth of July fireworks return with MassMutual Financial Group as the lead sponsor and with the Commodores in a free public concert at Riverfront Park.
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  • Throw great summertime parties in your backyard


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    The weather’s getting warm, there’s a long weekend ahead, and you’re thinking now’s the right time to host a backyard barbecue or party, or throw together a neighborhood block party. Here you’ll find more than thirty substantial tips to help you make your warm weather backyard get-togethers memorable and ...
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  • USA Shirts for your 4th of July Celebration


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    Time to start your 4th of July planning! What will you cook? Where will you go to watch the fireworks? And, probably the most important question, what will you wear? When it comes to the 4th of July food and where to watch the fireworks, we won’t be much help, but you can bet we are here to help with what to wear! ...
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  • I Pledge Allegiance to the Perfect Party Planners of America


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    Planning a successful party can be a huge achievement. Around our family, planning the perfect Independence Day party may promote you to queen of the universe. Why so much love for 4 th of July? My family is military, give us any excuse to parade around in our American flag apparel and we are there. The great thing ...
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  • Top Spots to Celebrate the Fourth of July


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    Barbeques, fireworks, friends and family… what’s not to love about the Fourth of July? Every year, towns and cities across America put on a party to celebrate America’s Independence Day, and whether you’re looking for big city merriment, a traditional small-town celebration, or a party on the West Coast, there ...
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  • 31 Creative Ideas for July 4th Decorations


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  • Stars and Stripes: Our Flag Day Fashion Selects


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  • Independence Day devotion - Semper Fi - Acts 21:10-16


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    Acts 21:13       Then Paul answered, "Why are you weeping and breaking my heart? I am ready not only to be bound, but also to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus."             You cannot fault Paul’s loyalty to Christ. He believed in Jesus completely and was more than willing to ...
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  • Big Deal Alert: Philly 4th Of July Jam Expands To A Two-Day Fest With The City Festival At The Piazza At Schmidt’s, July 3


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    Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson of The Roots not only brings a sweet music lineup to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway for the 4th of July Jam, hell perform twice on July 3, too. (Photo by M. Edlow for GPTMC) America’s birthday bash just keeps on getting bigger. Philadelphia already celebrates Independence Day in a big ...
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