Monday, July 2, 2012
Here's a list of the Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks displays planned in Gwinnett County. Lawrenceville, Ga's Prelude to the 4th will take place Tuesday.
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Monday, July 2, 2012
Many exciting, family-oriented Independence Day celebrations are taking place around Gwinnett County this year. See the list of events below to make your plans for the Fourth of July! Tuesday, July 3, 2012 Wednesday, July 4, 2012
Thursday, July 7, 2011
This article seeks to find the many and varied ways we use the colors of our flag, red, white and blue.
The House of Representatives, in 1989 published a book called, “Our Flag” and here’s what it said about the red, white and blue that we so often take for granted: “On July 4, 1776, the Continental Congress passed a resolution authorizing a committee to devise a seal for the United States of America. This mission, designed to reflect the Founding Fathers’ beliefs, values, and sovereignty of the new Nation, did not become a reality until June 20, 1782. In heraldic devices, such as seals, each element has a specific meaning. Even colors have specific meanings. The colors red, white, and blue did not have meanings for The Stars and Stripes when it was adopted in 1777. However, the colors in the Great Seal did have specific meanings. Charles …
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
A Gwinnett park continues to celebrate our nation's birthday.
McDaniel Farm Park in Duluth continues to celebrate our independence as a nation. Kids can learn from historical re-enactments, make patriotic crafts and more. Admission is just $5 and the event runs from 10am to 2pm.
Monday, July 4, 2011
In between the festivities, BBQ, and fireworks, think about what you can do to live financially free.
Today we officially celebrate Independence Day. But as we reflect on the hard-fought battles to gain our national freedom, give a thought to your own financial independence. Make no mistake about it, we are still in a recession and it's important for you to be ready to fight for your future. Here are some tips on how to secure your financial independence. Step 1: Pay down your debt. A big part of financial independence is to have more assets than debts. It's nearly impossible to save, in this economy, if you have monthly commitments like loans and credit card payments. Start by tackling small balances first—debt-stacking is a great way to eliminate smaller debts, such as credit cards, so that you can free up cash to take on larger debts …
Friday, July 1, 2011
This week, we escape into the “goings-on” for the 4th of July weekend, including music, plays, fireworks, parades, and more..
The City of Lawrenceville’s Free Concert on the Square: Prelude to the 4th of July -Sunday, July 3rd - Sunday, July 3rd Aurora Theatre's play “Beauty and the Beast” will begin at 7:30. Fireworks immediately following. Star Spangled Snellville – Sunday, July 3rd Featuring live music on stage on the Town Green, an antique car show, food, games, great viewing of a 30-minute fireworks show presented from Snellville First Baptist Lenox Square—July 4th Independence Day Celebration: one of the largest fireworks displays will be held. Festivities start at 1:00pm. Centennial park—July 4th Celebration at Centennial Park: presents over 5 hours of free music and the best fireworks display in the Southeast. Gates open at 2:00 pm.with music artists von…
Vanzetta Evans
10:28 am on Tuesday, July 5, 2011
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