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Monday, July 1, 2013
The University Daily Kansan
'LAND OF THE FREE, HOME OF THE BRAVE'
Fourth of July festivities
Check out these events around Lawrence and Kansas City and show off your patriotism
EVENTS
CITY OF LAWRENCE FIREWORKS DISPLAY
This annual fireworks display sponsored by the Lawrence Jaycees will take place following the Party in Watson Park at Seventh and Kentucky Streets. The display is set to begin at about 9:45 p.m., and should last a half hour. The fireworks will also be visible from Burcham Park on Second and Indiana Streets.
FOURTH OF JULY PARTY IN THE PARK
PRESENTED BY THE LAWRENCE
ORIGINALS
This celebration starts at 4 p.m. in Watson park, located at Seventh and Kentucky Streets, and it will continue until the City of Lawrence Fireworks Display begins. Food from Lawrence Original restaurants and beer from MillerCoors will be available, as well as live music and activities for children.
KCRIVERFEST 2013
The KCRiverFest is one of the largest Fourth of July celebrations in Kansas City. It features live music, food, carnival rides and a large fireworks display. The event begins at 4 p.m. at the Berkley Riverfront Park near Kansas City's River Market district, and the hour-long fireworks display over the Missouri River will start at 10 p.m. Tickets are $5, but those who arrive before 5 p.m. will receive free admission.
JUNKYARD JAZZ
This weekly event hosted by the American Legion invites music fans to come and enjoy the Junkyard Jazz, a traditional jazz band that was inducted into the Kansas Music Hall of Fame this year. The show is free and will take place at American Legion. 3408 W. Sixth St. The concert is from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Cody Kuiper