Meridian Star - Pre-Celebration with July 4 Events at Bonita Lakes

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Published: July 03, 2008 09:20 pm

Pre-Celebration with July 4 Events at Bonita Lakes

July 4 Events at Bonita Lakes

The City of Meridian and Cellular South will host an Independence Day celebration at Bonita Lakes today. Here is what you can expect there along with some advice on how to get there and what to do once you arrive:

• 3:30 p.m. - gates open

• 5:30 p.m. - recommended latest time of arrival for spillway parking.

• Just before 8 p.m. - Meridian Symphony Orchestra begins

• 8 p.m. - NAS flyover

• 9 p.m. fireworks

• Free shuttles to and from the Shoe Carnival parking lot at Bonita Lakes Mall will run from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., then again following the fireworks show.

• Food and beverages will be sold on site, but food from home is also welcome.

• Bring your own lawn chairs and/or blankets.

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Photos

Brianna Garrett, left, Emeri Ginn and Payton Pierce carry a banner as they lead the way for the Collinsville Education Center's Fourth of July Parade Thursday. None/PAULA MERRITT (Click for larger image)

Josie Reid shows her patriotism by wearing star shaped glasses and waving a flag while other children follow along in the parade. None/PAULA MERRITT (Click for larger image)