via NationalDayCalendar: Each year on July 4th, the United States celebrates Independence Day. This federal holiday commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, declaring independence from the Kingdom of Great Britain. For nearly 250 years, the country has been celebrating a day in history that inspires us still today. On July […]
via EEWMagazine: This past July 4th, America’s national Independence Day celebration marked our nation’s 242nd birthday. Grammy-winning Gospel singer, CeCe Winans, joined this year’s lineup and offered up a soulful rendition of “God Bless America.” Broadcast live on PBS from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol, this time-honored 38 year-tradition put viewers front and […]
via Cleveland19: With Independence Day coming up soon, we’ll be seeing the Stars and Stripes proudly waving from porches, yards, businesses, and anywhere else patriots celebrate the nation’s birthday. But when it comes to hoisting and flying the American flag, it turns out the federal government has an extensive list of suggested rules to encourage […]
via FirstLadyB: CeCe Winans featured artist on this year’s PBS ‘A Capitol Fourth,’ the networks Independence Day celebration.The celebration is broadcast live on the network from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. Hosted by John Stamos, the celebration will also feature musical performances by Jimmy Buffett, The Beach Boys, Pentatonix, country artist Luke Combs, American Idol alum Lauren Alaina, Grammy award winning […]
MANDEL NGAN/GETTY IMAGES President Barack Obama says freedom isn’t something that just happens, but must be nurtured and defended every single day. Obama says it’s important that people remember what a “miracle” America is and how lucky they are that others willingly took up arms generations ago to fight for independence. Obama commented at the […]
Many communities are partnering with neighboring cities or combining firework displays with their community festivals this year. Some cities also offer additional entertainment before their fireworks show and/or on days surrounding July 4. Here is a listing of when and where you can find fireworks shows in Northeast Ohio in 2012: Akron– July 4, at […]
While the “Star Spangled Banner,” America’s national anthem, has been sung for nearly two centuries, many African-Americans throughout the years sang a different tune. “Lift Every Every Voice And Sing,” a poem written by literary pioneer James Weldon Johnson, is often dubbed “The Black National Anthem.” The poem was originally performed in honor of Abraham […]
While the “Star Spangled Banner,” America’s national anthem, has been sung for nearly two centuries, many African-Americans throughout the years sang a different tune. “Lift Every Every Voice And Sing,” a poem written by literary pioneer James Weldon Johnson, is often dubbed “The Black National Anthem.” The poem was originally performed in honor of Abraham […]
The Cleveland Orchestra Free Concert At Public Square
Here is a sampling of events in honor of America's 234th birthday:
Here is a sampling of events in honor of America's 234th birthday:
