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Saturday July 2
DEMOLITION DERBY
WHEN: Gates open at 5 p.m., action starts at 8.
WHERE: Cocopah Speedway, 3450 W. County 15th St., Somerton
GOING ON: A power wheels balloon derby for ages 4-7, a power wheels balloon round-up for 2-3 year olds, with water slides and water balloon tosses, followed by a demolition derby at 8 p.m.
COST: General admission, $10; kids 5 and under are free.
INFO: For information, call 602-2927607. To register to participate in the derby, call Brennan, 928-246-0765
4TH OF JULY FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR
WHEN: 6-9 p.m.
WHERE: Ray Kroc Sports Complex, 1280 W. Desert Hills Drive
GOING ON: The City of Yuma’s Fireworks Spectacular features live music from Radical Rewind and DJ – BMC Production, a Kids Zone, Food Vendors, Drinks, and a 20-minute Fireworks Spectacular Show featuring more than 750 fireworks shells/ effects.
COST: $1 – cash only. Children ages 3 and under are free.
INFO: Contact the City of Yuma at 928373-5000.
Sunday July 3 EARLY INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
WHEN: The event starts at 6 p.m., with fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
WHERE: Paradise Casino’s south parking lot, 450 Quechan Drive in Winterhaven
GOING ON: Performances, fireworks, free popcorn, cotton candy, snowcones, soft drinks and water, jumpers and carnival games for children.
COST: Free
Monday July 4 4TH OF JULY FLAG RAISING CEREMONY
WHEN: 7 a.m.
WHERE: Armed Forces Park, 291 S. Gila St., Yuma
GOING ON: Join the Cabelleros de Yuma for a brief ceremony observing our nation’s birthday and honoring our local military.
COST: Free
INFO: Call 928-343-1715 or email info@caballeros.org
INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
WHEN: 9-10 a.m.
WHERE: The Freedom Library, 2035 S. Arizona Ave.
GOING ON: A history and reading of the Declaration of Independence – come celebrate American independence by learning our country’s history and finding out what happened to those who signed the great document.
INFO: To learn more, email info@ freedomlibrary.org or www. freedomlibary.org, or call 928-2462327
RETRO 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
WHEN: 5:30-11 p.m.
WHERE: Council Avenue Park, 801 Council Ave., Somerton
GOING ON: A celebration featuring a fireworks show, free skating, a water balloon fight and live performances. Come dressed to represent your favorite decade.
COST: Free
INFO: To learn more, call 928-7227394 or 928-655-0247.
WELLTON FOURTH OF JULY
WHEN: 5:45 p.m.
WHERE: Butterfield Park, 10234 Dome St., Wellton
GOING ON: The Town of Wellton is hosting a 4th of July event, with food, games, and fireworks. This year will also include an “American as Apple Pie” baking contest. Enter your pie for a chance to be name the Best Pie in Wellton.
INFO: To learn more, call the Town of Wellton at 928-785-3348.
4TH OF JULY FREEDOM CELEBRATION
WHEN: 6:45 p.m.
WHERE: Joe Orduno Park, 965 N. Park Ave., San Luis
GOING ON: Live entertainment, food vendors, water slides, fireworks, family fun and more.
COST: Free
INFO: To learn more, call 928-3418538.
Saturday July 9 CHILDREN’S BOOK READING AND SIGNING
WHEN: Noon
WHERE: The Freedom Library, 2035 S. Arizona Ave.
GOING ON: Meet the author of Missy the Angry Roach, and get your own copy signed. The event will feature goodies, games and prizes.
INFO: To learn more, email info@ freedomlibrary.org or www. freedomlibary.org, or call 928-2462327.
Friday July 15 TRAIN RIDES
WHEN: 8-10 a.m.
WHERE: Yuma Crossing Railroad, Riverside Park below the Yuma Territorial Prison
GOING ON: Free train rides will be offered to the public by the Yuma Territory Live Steamers. No tickets are required
COST: Free, although donations are gladly accepted
INFO: Call Chuck, 928-247-7190
Saturday July 16 BACK TO SCHOOL RODEO
WHEN: Starts at 7 a.m., while supplies last
WHERE: Yuma Civic Center, 1440 W. Desert Hills Drive
GOING ON: The City of Yuma’s 11th annual Back to School Rodeo is a family-friendly event providing the necessary school supplies kids need! The event is a drive thru where you will pull up to the front of the Yuma Civic Center and receive a backpack filled with school supplies. The first 2,000 children will receive a FREE synch style backpack filled with school supplies! (Child must be present. One backpack per child.) COST: Free
INFO: To learn more, call (928) 3735028