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MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII — It’s almost that time of year where men, women and children all across the country enjoy food, festivities and fireworks in celebration of a holiday as patriotic as baseball, hot dogs and apple pie. That’s right, folks, Independence Day is almost here.
Commonly referred to as the Fourth of July, Independence Day is a federal holiday celebrated in the United States that commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. July Fourth is commonly associated with fireworks, baseball games, parades, barbecues and family reunions, and many of these activities can be found around the island.
Aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii, members of the community can kick off the holiday with a scenic 5k run around the airfield. Part of the Commanding Officer’s Fitness Series, the Runway Run 5k is scheduled to begin at 6:30 a.m. at Hangar 104. The run will start and finish across from the hangar, and will consist of one lap around the runway, offering views of the Ko’olau Mountains and Kaneohe Bay. Open to the general public, for those who have not already registered, the entry fee will be $35 on race day.
Across the island, Department of Defense identification cardholders and their sponsored guests are invited to a Fourth of July celebration at Ward Field aboard Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam. Slated to begin at 3 p.m., guests are encouraged to enjoy a multitude of free activities, including a batting cage, car show and petting zoo, as well as performances by O.A.R., Dishwalla, and the street bike stunt rider, Aaron Colton. The celebration’s fireworks display is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. Attendees may bring blankets and folding chairs, however, outside food and beverages, pets, backpacks, umbrellas, tents and video-audio recorders are not permitted. The gates will have 100 percent gate check and visitors should plan to allow time for security checks at the entrances.
The 44th Annual Schofield Barracks 4th of July Spectacular will be open to DoD ID cardholders and their guests, including military members and their families, military retirees and DoD civilian employees. From events such as mechanical bull riding and wall climbing, to game booths and mini golf, there is no shortage of activities to keep families busy. There will also be military working dog demonstrations and live performances before 7:30 p.m., when guests are invited to observe the 50 state salute and “1812 Overture” with cannons before kicking off the fireworks display at 8:30 p.m. Coolers, backpacks and bags may be subject to inspection, but are still allowed on base. Pets, open flame or charcoal cooking, and personal fireworks are prohibited.
For those celebrating America’s day of independence, enjoy time spent with friends and family, all while remembering to stay safe. Safety does not only apply to fireworks during this particular holiday, however. While it is important that people don’t point fireworks at one another and follow the given instructions, it is equally as important to make sure to stay hydrated and drink responsibly.
| Date Taken: | 07.02.2015 |
| Date Posted: | 07.03.2015 16:15 |
| Story ID: | 169046 |
| Location: | MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII, HI, US |
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