Bryant University is set to host the nation's 237th Independence Day celebrations for the fourth consecutive time for Smithfield residents on Sunday June 9, 2013 at 7:00 p.m.
"Bryant does a wonderful job," of hosting the event, said Recreation Director TJ Tullie.
For the past three years, the residents have been enjoying the celebrations as the university provides all the facilities including ample parking and concessions.
The celebrations on 9 June will include a performance by the Northeast Navy Band from 7:00 p.m. until 9:30 p.m., after which fireworks will be set off by local Richard Vallante of Pyrotechnico, a national pyrotechnic company.
Apart from the fireworks at Bryant University, many other institutions will also be displaying their patriotism to celebrate the Furth of July.
The High Point University community will fly 34 American flags on campus at full-staff to commemorate the occasion.
Residents at the Riverdale RiverFest will be celebrating Independence Day on Sunday with entertainment and environmental programs, and a crafts show, from noon to 6 p.m. at the College of Mount St. Vincent, Great Lawn, Riverdale Avenue, at West 263rd Street, the Bronx.
The County College of Morris is celebrating the historic day in grand style. Freedom Festival is being organized at the college with rides, games and food, from 5 to 11 p.m., on Thursday and Friday. At noon on July 6, the residents will parade from Mt. Fern Church, Chester Road and Randolph Avenue. The college Fair activities will be held from 2:00 p.m. to 11: 00 p.m., with fireworks scheduled at 9:45 p.m.
Students are also lending their services at other events.
Mercer County Community College Orchestra will perform at Village Park off Maplewood Avenue beginning 6:30 p.m. Friday.
The nation will be displaying its patriotism with major fireworks at different venues like Macy's over Hudson River in New York and the Gateway Arch in St. Louis, Missouri among others.
