Fireworks Extravaganza in Long Beach
The city of Long Beach honors Independence Day, Friday, July 11, with its annual beach party, highlighted by a colorful fireworks display. The festivities begin at 8 p.m. with a concert by The Story Tellers to get the festive vibe going. Fireworks follow, at 9 p.m., from a barge off the Long Beach shoreline.
Visitors can sit on the beach to watch the show, or view the lights from any point along the shore. The newly renovated boardwalk will also feature a tasty assortment of food vendors this year.
City officials urge everyone to arrive early and use public transportation, as parking will be limited. For further information, visit www.longbeachny.org.

Rockville Centre Anniversary Celebration
The Village of Rockville Centre celebrates its anniversary and Independence Day with its bash on Saturday, July 12, in Centennial Park near Mill River. The spectacular show,
a tradition for 21 years, starts at 6 p.m. as families and friends descend on the park
to enjoy entertainment and the thrilling pyrotechnics.
The South Shore Symphony Orechestra returns with its annual concert, at 7:45 p.m. Shortly after dark, at about 9:15 p.m., the fireworks spectacular, courtesy of Grucci, will light up the sky. Hear pops, patriotic tunes and classics at their best, performed by the many local musicians who devote their time and talents to the prestigious orchestra. Music will continue after the fireworks’ grand finale, until 10:15 p.m.
The eagerly awaited event is supported by the Rockville Centre Guild for the Arts and the Village of Rockville Centre. For information, visit www.rvcny.us.