Happy 4th of July! Where to go, what to do around Delco
Here is a list of community activities for the Fourth of July:
ASTON
The township’s 2017Independence Day Celebration is held July 4 behind Sun Valley High School, starting at dusk. The State Champion Sun Valley High School Marching Vanguards have the concession stand open at the high school football fields to sell food and refreshments. For those parking on the other side of the street, the Aston Township Fire Department is selling food, refreshments and glow necklaces. Please bring lawn chairs and come out and join the Aston community in celebrating the 4th of July and the beautiful fireworks display that comes with it.
CLIFTON HEIGHTS
Clifton Heights starts Independence Day with a parade assembling at East Broadway and Maple avenues at 9a.m., and starting at 10a.m. There is a flea market from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. at Lower Field, Springfield and Sycamore avenues.
Parade awards are presented at 11 a.m. at the athletic field. Hot dogs, soda, pretzels and candy are available for sale. There is family entertainment at the athletic field from 7-9 p.m., with fireworks starting at 9:15. Entrance fee is $6per person (children 3and under with an adult do not need a ticket). Parking is $5 per car.
COLLINGDALE
The borough kicks off its Independence Day celebration with the roar of the motorcycles down MacDade Boulevard, followed by the launching of the Grand Parade. The parade features antique cars, fire departments, decorated bikes and floats, special guest Hegeman Stringband and the newly crowned King and Queen of Collingdale.
TX Body: The parade ends at Collingdale Park, with a performance from the McChords, field games, waterslides, pony rides and more. The events at Collingdale Park end at 2 p.m., when the celebration moves to a carnival at Collingdale Community Center. Fireworks are held at the Community Center at dusk. For advanced discounted carnival tickets, contact borough hall. For information on the day’s events, search for the borough on Facebook, email 4thofjuly@comcast.net or call 610532-5028.
EAST LANSDOWNE
The borough holds its 102nd Fourth of July Parade at its newly built Memorial Park, Penn Boulevard and Emerson Avenue, starting with the national anthem and flag raising at 11:30 a.m., followed by a few short speeches and presentations. The parade launches at 12:30 p.m. includes the Overbrook String Band, Penn Wood High School Marching Band, Perseverance Jazz Band, Royal Excellence Drill Team and more. All guests are invited back to the borough hall after the parade for hot dogs, beverages and other treats, and a performance by a five-piece string band.
GLENOLDEN
The borough’s 4th of July parade begins at 10:30 a.m. July 4. The parade steps off from the Wells Fargo Bank parking lot at the corner of MacDade Boulevard and Ashland Avenue. All parade participants should meet at the lot at 9:30. Patriotic ceremonies follow at the end of the parade in Glenolden Park, Llanwellyn and Knowles avenues. There is music, food, and games in the park following the ceremonies until 3. All activities are weather permitting. Rain date is July 9.
Anyone wishing to volunteer to help at these activities may call Ed McCarron at 610-496-0764.
LANSDOWNE
The borough starts its Independence Day celebrations on July 4with a parade at 9 a.m. to Penn Wood High School football field. Prizes are given for best decorated bikes, marchers, large and small floats. At the field there will be music, the introduction of our Parade Marshal, a few short speeches, family games and activities, and free water ice for children. Evening events are held at the field with hot dogs, cotton candy and other snacks. Fireworks begin at 9 a.m. enjoyed while you listen to great music and visit with your neighbors. At 9 p.m., the fireworks extravaganza begins. For tickets, visit www.unionaa.org
MARPLE NEWTOWN
The Marple Newtown Fourth of July Parade starts at 10 a.m. July 4, launching from St. Alban’s Circle in Newtown Township and heading to the Broomall firehouse at Malin Road in Marple Township. Those who want to march with bikes, strollers, wagons, and hand-drawn floats can register from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Tuesday at Saint Anastasia’s Church, 3301West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, and report to St. Alban’s Circle by 9:30. Participants are then directed to a line up spot. Once in line, check in at the registration desk to pick up participation plaque, parade book, and any last minute instructions. Rain date is 10 a.m. Saturday, July 8. For information, visit www.marplenewtownparade.com
MEDIA
Media Recreation Board holds its annual Independence Day celebration from 10 a.m.-noon July 4. The day of food, fun, and entertainment features a live performance by Silly Joe. There is a water slide, games for children and a bike decorating contest. For information, contact the recreation office at 610-566-5210, ext. 255.
NORWOOD
The borough parade is set for 8:30 a.m. July 4, beginning with a flag raising. The parade features performances from Quaker City and Woodland string bands. After the parade, a Baby Parade is held; pre-registration is required. Prizes for all parade winners are announced after the Baby Parade. Participants must have their number to collect their prize.
Following the parade, leg races begin at 10:30 and a pet show begins at 11:30. There are hamburgers, hot dogs, pretzels, soda, water, snow cones and funnel cake available for sale. Park activities conclude by 12:30.
RIDLEY TOWNSHIP
The Leedom Fourth of July parade, hosted by the Leedom Civic Association, begins at 10 a.m. July 4 (rain date is Saturday, July 8). Bikes, cars and marchers line up at Leedom Elementary School, 620 E. Chester Pike, at 9 a.m. Floats need to register at leedomcivic@gmail.com or by calling Carli McCrea at 484-683-5560prior to the parade. No registration is necessary for bikes, cars and marchers to participate in the parade.
Participating groups include the Boy Scout Troop 339, Ridley area Girl Scouts, the Leedom Little League, Ridley High School Marching Band, Leedom Bulls, Leedom Fire Company and other area Ridley Township fire companies.
The parade concludes at Leedom Community Center for a “family fun picnic” at 11 a.m., with the raising of the flag by Boy and Girl Scouts and the Pledge of Allegiance. Volunteer trumpet player Harry Reitz play Taps, followed by words of welcome from special guests and dignitaries, and awards for bike decorating contest winner. Free food includes hot dogs, chips, pretzels, juice and water. Games include a water balloon toss, three legged races, potato sack races and smaller games. There is a moon bounce for children. Winners of all contests receive prizes. The Leedom Fire Company have trucks on display and children can try on fire gear. Parade volunteers will also have tables set up for selling “Let Leedom Ring” commemorative souvenir Tshirts for $10. All activates conclude around 1 p.m.
SPRINGFIELD
Springfield Lions Club presents the township’s annual 4th of July celebration. Decorated bikes and floats judging is from 8-8:45 a.m. at Springfield High School, followed by a parade at 9and Memorial Park activities start at 10. Activities include free ice cream, pony rides, free balloons and buttons, face painting, kiddie bounce floats and field events. For information, contact Fred Huenerfauth at 610-3289951, email springfieldlionsclub@verizon.net or visit www.springfieldlionsclub.org
As part of the township’s celebration, there is a dedication of the annual Memorial Plaque at Springfield Volunteer Memorial wall. The names of volunteers who have performed exemplary service as a member of a Springfield community service organization for ten or more years are engraved on a bronze plaque. The dedication ceremony is at 8:15 a.m. at Springfield Volunteer Memorial Field, Saxer Avenue and Powell Road.
The inductees for 2017 are: Dr. Robert Sing, Ambulance Corps; Keith Broome, Athletic Association; Mark F. Sherwood, Sr., Fire Company; William J. Lavery, Lions Club; Douglas Carney, School District; Michael Johnson, Zoning Hearing Board; Christine Joachim, G.F.W.C. Junior Woman’s Club; Linda Tallant, G.F.W.C. Woman’s Club; Patrick “Casey” Wise, Youth Club; and John “Jack” Crawford, American Legion.