Mayors of Perth Amboy and South Amboy Invite Everyone To Enjoy Fun Events and Pyrotechnics During America’s Independence Day Celebration
News Release 6/23/17
PERTH AMBOY – The mayors of Perth Amboy and South Amboy as well as the Celebrate Our Stars & Stripes Committee are inviting everyone to enjoy the most spectacular fireworks display to mark America’s Independence Day.
Thousands of residents and their guests are expected to view the incredible pyrotechnics, which will be created by the world-renowned Garden State Fireworks. Thrilling fireworks can be seen and heard along the shoreline of Raritan Bay on Monday, July 3 (rain date July 4) beginning at 9:20 PM.
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Fireworks fans are encouraged to arrive early to enjoy family fun activities in Perth Amboy and South Amboy beginning at 5 PM. Events include rides for children, food trucks, live music, beach volleyball, face painting, competitions and much more. As people arrive in each community, the police departments will direct guests and their families to parking areas. Simply walk to anywhere along waterfront to get a sensational view of the amazing fireworks.
The fireworks display is a totally free event. More than 80 corporate and company sponsors as well as many individuals have contributed funds to the nonprofit Celebrate Our Stars & Stripes Committee, which coordinates every aspect of the celebration. Fundraising for fireworks continues, and there is still time to donate online at http://celebratestarsandstripes.com/.
The latest updates about the July 3rd fireworks are available online at two websites: “Celebrate Our Stars & Stripes” or City of South Amboy. People can also get information at these Facebook pages Mayor Wilda Diaz or S. Amboy and Perth Amboy Fireworks Spectacular.
Perth Amboy’s Mayor Wilda Diaz said, “Our Independence Day celebration is the perfect event for family and friends to experience a beautiful evening outdoors along our scenic waterfront. We invite our friends from across New Jersey to have an amazing evening that concludes with the brilliant and booming fireworks. Our communities come together on the July 4th weekend to recognize all the positives that unite Americans today, and validate our precious liberties.”
Fireworks Highlights:
Beginning at 5 p.m., both communities are presenting fun activities for children and families, including:
• Rides, inflatables, and face painting
• Art and crafts activities
• Beach volleyball and competitions
• Food vendors – offering Americana, Cuban, and Tex-Mex cuisine plus many desserts
• Live band and a DJ provide continuous music.
The fireworks can be seen from viewing points all along the shorelines of Raritan Bay. In Perth Amboy people can place their chairs along both sides of Front, Lewis and Water streets as well as the entire length of Sadowski Parkway. You are also invited to bring your beach blanket to watch the show from Perth Amboy beach. Folks in South Amboy will find the spots in Waterfront Park. Staten Islanders can gather in Conference House Park to watch exploding rockets.
South Amboy Mayor Fred Henry said, “We are pleased to celebrate this great Independence Day weekend with our neighbors across the Raritan River. All our South Amboy residents as well as family and friends from near and far are invited to enjoy everything our City on the Rise has to offer. Come and enjoy our extraordinary waterfront and park facilities during July 4th weekend and all summer.”
At total darkness, WCTC 1450-AM will simulcast a non-stop program of Americana music from patriotic marches by John Philip Sousa to the New Jersey-centric songs by “the Boss” Bruce Springsteen. The music will continue throughout the fireworks display, on an outdoor speaker system on both shores, over the airways and by live streaming.
“We are ready, after months of preparation, for our most memorable and thrilling Independence Day celebration,” said Barry Rosengarten, Chairman of Celebrate Our Stars & Stripes Committee. “As we mark our nation’s birthday, it is time for each of us, who believe deeply in American ideals to come together. It is important for everyone in our great country to stand against the rise of hatred and extremism.”
Mr. Rosengarten also graciously thanked Celebrate Our Stars & Stripes Committee for their many efforts to make the Independence Day fireworks and activities a success in both communities. He recognized S. Amboy Mayor Henry, who is the event’s Honorary Chair, plus his hard-working “Celebrate” Co-Chair and City Council President Mickey Gross. Mayor Diaz also shares Honorary Chair’s responsibilities along with event Co-Chair and City Council President Bill Petrick.
Perth Amboy and South Amboy’s leaders were assisted by many volunteers and each city’s staff as well as members of the police, fire, public works, and recreation departments. Preparing for fireworks involves countless hours of behind-the-scenes planning and close coordination on July 3rd by all department to ensure a safe, fun and exciting fireworks spectacular.
