Fourth of July...
* Update: Now Sold Out! The nonprofit group Walkway Over the Hudson is currently selling a limited number of wristbands to people wanting to get the best view of the City of Poughkeepsie’s July 4th Fireworks Spectacular. Wristbands must be purchased in advance and are required of anyone over 5 years old.
The Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park will close to the public at 5 p.m. and then re-open at 7 p.m. for those possessing valid wristbands. The fireworks display is expected to begin at 9:15 p.m. If the event is postponed due to inclement weather, it will be re-scheduled for Monday, July 5th.
For more information visit www.walkway.org.
* The West Point Band will celebrate the nation’s birth with a concert featuring the Hellcats, Jazz Knights, and Concert Band. The concert is free to the public at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 3rd with an inclement weather date of Sunday, July 4th at historic Trophy Point Amphitheatre.
A pre-concert will begin with the Jazz Knights performing music from the Great American Songbook.
The concert band will take the stage following the Jazz Knights’ performance for a program featuring the music of famed American composer John Williams. Staff Sergeant Nathan Turner will play his own arrangement of Chopsticks for tuba and concert band. The concert will conclude with the concert band’s traditional performance of Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture featuring fireworks and live cannon fire.
For concert information, cancellations and updates, call the Academy Band’s 24-hour hotline at (845) 938-2617 or visit us on the Internet at www.westpoint.edu/band.
* Need somewhere to watch Newburgh’s fireworks on July 4th? Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site is the perfect location to view the city’s display. Located at Liberty and Washington Streets, you’re sure to enjoy all the pleasure the pyrotechnic event can bring, with the Hudson River breezes cooling the evening air and the majestic Hudson Highlands as a backdrop.
At dusk, the fireworks will burst in the air over the river. Washington’s Headquarters affords an unobstructed view of all the color, light and excitement. The gates of Washington’s Headquarters will stay open until the fireworks conclude. Bring a chair or blanket.
For further information contact : (845) 562-1195.
* Town of Newburgh: The Town of Newburgh presents its 2010 Community Day at Algonquin Park/Cronomer Hill Park, on Gardnertown Road, from 6-10 p.m. Friday. Music will be provided by the Massachusetts Air National Guard Band, Cupe'ro and DJ Eric Santana, plus there will be fire company displays, food, games and fireworks. Call 564-7815 or visit www.townofnewburgh.org.
* Monroe: The Village of Monroe will host its annual fireworks display at dusk Friday over the Millpond on Lake Street. DJ Joe Kool will provide the music, and vendors will sell food and refreshments. Call 782-8341 or visit www.villageofmonroe.org.
* Middletown: Middletown hosts its annual "Stars and Stripes Celebration" at 7 p.m. Saturday at Fancher-Davidge Park, off Lake Avenue. Entertainment begins at 7 p.m. with the Swing Shift Orchestra, and fireworks will follow. Rain date is Sunday. Call 346-4195 or 888-437-4133, or visit www.middletownparamount.org.
* Greenwood Lake: Beginning at dusk Saturday, enjoy fireworks on the lake at Thomas P. Morahan Waterfront Park in Greenwood Lake. Bring a blanket, chairs and snacks, and a DJ will provide music. Rain date is Sunday. Call 477-9215 or visit www.villageofgreenwoodlake.org.
* Highland Falls: The Town of Highland Falls will host Fourth of July fireworks Sunday at Roe Park, off Wyandotte Street. Events include a parade, music and crafts vendors, and fireworks will culminate the activities at dusk. Call 446-3400, ext 22.
* Cornwall: The Town of Cornwall will kick off its Fourth of July festivities at 9 a.m. Sunday at Town Hall, 183 Main St., with a doggie costume contest. At 5 p.m., the parade starts at Lafayette Street, and there will be a historical pageant at 6 p.m. Music will be provided and vendors will be selling their wares all day. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Call 541-1795 or visit www.cornwall4th.org.
* City of Newburgh: The City of Newburgh will host an art show at Unico Park at Newburgh Landing from noon-6 p.m. Sunday at the Newburgh waterfront. Bands will entertain from 6-9 p.m., and fireworks will begin at dusk. Rain date is July 11. Call 569-7354 or visit www.cityofnewburgh-ny.gov.
* Beacon: The City of Beacon Independence Day fireworks display will take place Saturday at Memorial Park, off Fishkill Avenue. There will be music at the Pavilion from 7-9 p.m., and concessions will also be available. Fireworks begin at 9:30 p.m. Call 838-5010 or visit www.cityofbeacon.org.
* Poughkeepsie: The City of Poughkeepsie will host a fireworks display Sunday at Waryas Park on Main Street. A DJ will play music beginning at 2 p.m., and the Ice House will be open for food and drinks. Fireworks begin at 9:20 p.m. Call 454-1700 or visit www.dutchesscountyregionalchamber.org.
* Bethel: The Bethel Woods Center for the Arts hosts the New York Philharmonic and its annual fireworks display beginning at 8 p.m. Saturday. Tickets are required. Fireworks begin after the New York Philharmonic performs. Call 866-781-2922 or visit www.bethelwoodscenter.org.
* Monticello: Monticello Casino and Raceway, Route 17B in Monticello, will host a fireworks display Saturday beginning at 11 p.m. Races run from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Call 794-4100 or visit www.monticellogamingandraceway.com.
* New Paltz: On Saturday, the Ulster County Fairgrounds, 249 Libertyville Road, New Paltz, will have food, music and festivities beginning at 5 p.m. Fireworks start at dusk. Rain date is Sunday. Call 255-0604 or visit www.ulstercountyfair.com.
* Ellenville: On Sunday, the Village of Ellenville will host a crafts fair from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. and a parade at noon at Liberty Square. Fireworks take place at 9:30 p.m. at Resnick Airport, off Route 209. Call 647-6560.
