See St. Joseph: celebrating the 4th with a bang
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (News-Press NOW) -- St. Joseph residents will celebrate Independence Day this weekend. Luckily, there are plenty of events in town to help with the festivities. News-Press NOW's Kendra Simpson planned out the weekend for the last time in this week's edition of See St. Joseph.
To start the weekend off, St. Joseph, along with the rest of the country, will be celebrating the 4th of July, and what's the 4th of July without fireworks?
Every year, the North Shoppes are lit with the glow of a grand fireworks display and this year is no exception. The St. Joseph Parks, Recreation and Civic Facilities Department will put on their annual show beginning at 9:30 p.m., or 15 minutes after sunset, Friday night, with viewing available through the North Shoppes parking lots, with primary viewing at the YMCA, Green Acres, Regal Hollywood Theatre and Kohl's. Bring lawn chairs, snacks and drinks for an evening of patriotism and family fun.
While celebrating the fourth, why not throw in America's favorite pastime: a baseball game?
This Independence Day, the Mustangs will be honoring veterans and active military with a military jersey auction, two free deck tickets and all you can eat hot dogs. They will also be hosting their little Mister and Miss Mustang Competition and of course, it's not the 4th of July without a fireworks spectacular. The game starts at 7 p.m. at the Mustangs Baseball field.
Finally, after a long weekend of loud noises and performances, let's wind things down with loud noises and a performance!
This Sunday, the Imagine Eleven concert series returns with the Revelation Band: a Journey Tribute. They're going to be rocking Coleman Hawkins Park "anyway you want," so "don't stop believin'" the night is going to be "one in a lifetime." Be sure to bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on and enjoy delectable treats from local vendors. The concert begins at 6 p.m. Sunday in Coleman Hawkins Park.
When out celebrating Independence Day this weekend, wear sunscreen, point fireworks up and stay safe. Tune in to News-Press NOW every Thursday for Rebecca Evans, who will be taking over See St. Joseph.
