02 Jul 4th Of July

The 4th of July is a celebration of our country’s freedom and one of the most festive holidays in America. Every year we mark this all-American holiday with a wide range of celebratory festivities. From star-spangled parades to fireworks to concerts and backyard barbecues and picnics, there’s no shortage of terrific ways to spend the day.

Here are a few fun facts about the 4th!!

• The American flag, a symbol of our freedom, didn’t become official until June 14, 1777
• There are eight founding fathers. They include – George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, Benjamin Franklin, John Adams, Samuel Adams, Thomas Jefferson, James Madison, and John Jay
• Twenty-six copies of the Declaration of Independence still exist today
• Hamburgers take the top spot on the list of favorite Fourth of July foods
• Over 150 million hot dogs are consumed in the U.S. on the Fourth of July.

However you and your family plan to celebrate, Have Fun and Be Safe!