What makes us American? What defines us and sets us apart? In honor of the Fourth of July, I assembled a list of novels to help us discover the essence of America, help us probe the heart and soul of our great country.
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6/27/13
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Let the fireworks begin – as we get ready to celebrate our nation’s birthday.
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By Karen Bloom
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6/26/13
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Tickets are now on sale for Valley Stream’s annual Fourth of July fireworks show. The event takes place at Firemen’s Field.
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By Andrew Hackmack
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5/30/13
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he Historical Society of the Merricks held its annual reading of the Declaration of Independence on the morning of July 4 last week.
Founded in 1975, the society is dedicated to preserving memories of Merrick’s past, along with supporting the community by enriching its present. Members educate children and adults alike through interactive programs that offer a deeper understanding of Merrick’s rich history.
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By Madeline Fish
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7/12/12
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The weather was glorious for the East Rockaway Village Foundation’s annual Stars & Stripes Festival on June 29-30 — ending with a spectacular fireworks display on the waterfront on Saturday …
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By Mary Malloy
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7/5/12
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Judging by the number of homes in Gibson and the south side of Valley Stream with their garbage on the curb on July 5, I was not the only one unaware that there was no pickup on July 5, the day after the holiday.
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7/21/11
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On behalf of the Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce, I would like to thank everyone who participated in the Fourth of July fireworks event.
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7/14/11
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The Fourth of July is celebrated annually with fireworks and barbecues across the country. Merrick has a tradition that few communities follow.
Each year, the Merrick Historical Society offers local folks the chance to read the Declaration of Independence line by line, as it was read by colonists in 1776. This year’s reading took place at the gazebo at Merrick’s Long Island Rail Road station. Lawrence Garfinkel, the historical society president, led the reading.
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By David Weingrad
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7/6/11
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The Bellmore Striders running club held its annual Independence Day run this Fourth of July, and hundreds of runners turned out to race while showing their patriotism.
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By David Weingrad
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7/6/11
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More than 4,000 people gathered at Firemen’s Field on July 4 for the annual fireworks show, hosted by the village and Valley Stream Chamber of Commerce. Vinny Ang, assistant to the village Board of Trustees, said it was one of the largest crowds in years.
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7/6/11
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