Ways We Celebrate the Fourth of July
As the Fourth draws near, families and friends anticipate the sky-filled fireworks that highlight the patriotic celebration. That, and the picnics, of course--backyard grills smokin' with ribs and corn-on-the cob, gobs of potato salad, fruity pies, hand-cranked (or maybe machine-cranked) ice cream, icy lemonade, and cold beer. In this nasty time that's bursting with out-of-control wildfires, please limit the fireworks to those held by the pros at parks, beaches, and other public places. Here are some off-the-beaten path choices.
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The Castaic Lake Recreation Area presents food, music, swimming, games, pony rides, other fun, as well as a dazzling fireworks show. Charge is per person for walk-ins or by the carload.
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In its 82nd year, the Rose Bowl's annual 4th of July celebration is a flashy spectacle with a thrilling fireworks show, a handful of the country's finest Drum and Bugle Corps, a family-fun zone, and barbecue and other fare.
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Held on the CBS Studios lot, Studio City's 10th Annual Fireworks Festival offers filmland ambiance combined with classy fireworks, magic shows, musical entertainment, children's fun zone, and even free spray-on tattoos.
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