CARY, NC – The Town of Cary is offering a full menu of activities for the July 4^th holiday. Music, sports, family fun and games, ice cream, and fireworks are all on the agenda July 3, 4, and 5.

Independence Eve Concert Featuring the Cary Town Band
Tuesday, July 3
7:00 pm, Sertoma Amphitheatre at Bond Park

What a great way to get "in the mood" for a terrific Independence Day holiday! Join the Cary Town Band as they perform the very best patriotic tunes in honor of the birthday of our nation. This rousing performance is guaranteed to make you want to get up and march! Admission is free. Call 469-4100 for more information.

Media Contact: Tony Clark, Bond Park Supervisor, 469-4100

Independence Day Olde Time Celebration
Wednesday, July 4
8:00 am - 3:00 pm, Bond Park Lakefront

(Registration begins at 7:30 for the fishing tournament.) Come join us for an old fashioned celebration of our nation’s birth. The day begins with a parent/child fishing tournament, followed by a whole host of games and competitions. Refreshments will be available at the Boathouse. Boats may be rented during the event. Admission is free. Call 469-4100 for more information.

Media Contact: Bill Eucker, Bond Park Interim Supervisor, 469-4100

Youth Sports Philosophy
Fun - Learning to play for the purpose of enjoying participation.
Participation - Providing equal opportunity for play.
Sportsmanship - Actively expanding the individuals social ability to demonstrate fair play.
Skill Development - Gaining expertise to expand the individual participant’s potential through practice and play.

Schedule of Games

Media Contact: Aubrey Clayton, Assistant Athletic Program Supervisor, 469-4063

Wednesday, July 4
5:00 pm, The Amphitheatre at Regency Park

Celebrate our nation’s birthday like never before in the spectacular new Amphitheatre at Regency Park. The Town’s celebration will be fun for the entire family. Start the evening with a performance by the Cary Town Band. Then enjoy an enchanting concert by the North Carolina Symphony. Finally, cap off your celebration with a spectacular fireworks display, the Triangle’s largest and most exciting celebration of the Fourth! Concessions will be available. Streets in the vicinity will be closed by 5:00 pm. Call 469-4061 for more information.

5:00 pm Cary Towne Band
7:30 pm North Carolina Symphony
9:15 pm Fireworks Display over Regency Lake

Media Contact: Lyman Collins, Cultural Arts Supervisor, 462-3861

Thursday, July 5
2:30 - 4:00 pm, Cary Senior Center Ballroom

Wind down from all the festivities with this annual event that is tasty and fun for all! Enjoy a favorite summer treat, ice cream sundaes, while being entertained by the wonderful day camp children! Special Guest, Congressman David Price. Hosted by the Cary Rotary Club. Registration deadline: June 28th! This event is open to Senior Citizens, age 55 & older. For more information, call 469-4081.

Media Contact: Jody Lindsay, Senior Center Supervisor, 460-4970

For more information about any of these free events, call Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources at 469-4061 or visit the website at www.townofcary.org.

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