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Independence Day at Top of the Hub - Boston, MA
The menu for the evening is:
King Crab Cocktail
Heirloom Tomato Gazpacho, Lemon Musto Oil, Micro Coriander
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Grilled Block Island Swordfish
Five-Onion Salad, Creamy Mascarpone and Roasted Tomato Polenta
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Pan Seared Tenderloin of Beef
Red Onion Relish, Potato Strudel, Mushroom Ragout
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Fresh from the Garden Greens
Roasted Tomato Vinaigrette, Crumbled Feta, Chickpeas. Cherry Tomatoes
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Dessert
TBA
On July 4, 2009 enjoy a program of favorite patriotic tunes by the 50-year-old Concord Band. Location: Emerson Field, Stow Street. The concert will be in the Concord Armory if it rains. Time: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., with band performance at 3 p.m. The concert program includes:
Salem Celebrates the Fourth - Salem, MA
On July 4, opening ceremonies begin at 7:15 p.m. with a United States Air Force military flyover, followed by a two hour pops concert by the Hillyer Festival Orchestra, a 40 -piece ensemble with vocal soloists performing opera to Broadway favorites. A special intermission show will feature a sneak peek performance by members of the Salem State College Summer Theatre cast of "Footloose." At 9:15 p.m. a magnificent fireworks display will be launched from Derby Wharf and will be accompanied by the Hillyer Festival Orchestra.
Pre-concert activities begin at 4 p.m. with the opening of Kids' Space, where a local disc jockey will entertain youngsters with fun dances, contests and prizes galore. Free children's activities also take place from 4 PM - 7 PM, including face painting, games, arts and crafts. Food tents offering hot dos, french fries and fried dough for sale will also open at 4 p.m. At 5 p.m., singer Sandra Lee and her band will provide pre-concert entertainment on the Main Stage.Location: Salem Maritime Historic Site,Derby Wharf, Derby Street.
Celebrate July 4th at the backyard barbecue held on the Dr. Daniel Fisher House Lawn. Bring a blanket and settle in for a meal of backyard barbecue favorites prepared by Fella and Jane Cecilio. The Vineyard Haven Band plays in concert at the Old Whaling Church f before and after the parade. Food and beverages are sold concession style and the concerts are free. Tickets not required. Location: Old Whaling Church Lawn, Main Street. Time: 4-8 p.m.
Enjoy Martha’s Vineyard’s best July 4th fireworks on the harbor in Edgartown. Bring the family and get there early for a good spot. Fireworks begin at dark. (Rain Date July 5). Location: Memorial Wharf. Time: 9 p.m.
Take a ride out to Amherst and enjoy hours of fun from 5 - 10 PM. Hear music by The Amherst Community Band and the Stateline Barbershop Quartet, while your children enjoy Henry the Juggler, Hoopoe the Clown and a Children's Carnival. Other family fun includes hot air balloon rides, climbing walls , sand art and other games and contests.
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