Getting a jump on the July 4th festivities, the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park (FOCCP) put on a family friendly event to celebrate Independence Day at the waterfront park, Saturday June 27th. Uncle Sam on stilts is always a hit during the kids parade around the park. Free American flags were handed out to all participants, who covered just about every age category. Popular performances were given by Jenny the Juggler, Peter the Magician, the Minions and the bubble guy. NEMPAC’s musical petting zoo and the New England Aquarium’s exhibits were two of the tables with kids activities. Lawn games such as the bean-bag toss, tic-tac-toe toss, and hula hoops completed the day to celebrate America’s birthday.
Posing with Christopher Columbus and Uncle Sam to celebrate Independence DayYes, it’s a July 4th paradeComing around the bend at Christopher Columbus ParkFOCCP President Joanne Hayes-RinesSneaking past Uncle SamCheering crowd at the park celebrationSinging the national anthemThrough the legs of Uncle SamJeremy Sarzana keeps the drum tradition goingJoanne Hayes-Rines leads the parade with her granddaughterAlmost near the endJenny the Juggler entertains at Christopher Columbus ParkRose carrying her side of the paradeFormer FOCCP Trustee Meghan DenenbergCelebrating Independence DaySinging God Bless AmericaParade crowd on Atlantic AvenueUncle Sam knows the movesPulling up the rear in the Independence Day paradeHuge crowd, of all ages, at the 2015 Independence Day CelebrationLots of fun at the Independence Day paradeJuggling under Uncle SamFOCCP star, Meghan DenenbergUncle Sam on stiltsRounding the corner at Christopher Columbus Park
Friends and family gathered this week at the Rose F. Kennedy Memorial Rose Garden to celebrate the life and contributions of MaryAnn Esparo. Members from the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park recognized MaryAnn and her dedication to the horticulture of the park, especially the rose garden that contains 104 rose bushes (one for every year lived by Read More…
Boston’s Parks Department has forwarded some news about the fountain near the rose garden in Christpher Columbus Park. (Thanks to Meredith for sending in.) “The (Rose Kennedy) fountain in the (Christopher Columbus) park has been non-functioning for several weeks. The electrical repairs are going to be more significant that anticipated, so we are going to Read More…
Things to know for Tuesday Today is Tuesday, September 4th – Primary Election Day in Massachusetts! Don’t forget to cast your vote in the state primaries for who you want to see on the November ballot for the positions of Massachusetts governor, state legislature and U.S. congress. Polls will be open from 7AM to 8PM, Read More…
3 Replies to “Photo Gallery: Independence Day Celebration for Families”
Great photos , Matt!
Thank you, Matt, for covering this day. It was by far, one of the best celebrations we’ve had to date. Many thanks to all who showed up. Here’s hoping all the adults and kids had as much fun as the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park volunteer’s did making it happen.
Kudos to Ann Babbitt, our vice president, and MaryGaye Grizwin, co-chairs, for a wonderful party.
Now for the Harbor Cruise, Sunday night movies, NEMPAC music Thursday’s and the Columbus Day celebration.
What a wonderful community we have here.
Hi …
I just wanted to congratulate the entire committee of individuals who donated their time to create a wonderful pre-July 4th celebration for the children who attended The Christopher Columbus Park celebration.
It was my first time, admittedly due to the arrival of grandchildren from California who are now living in Mass. I was so impressed with the entire day. Thank you to all who worked so hard to make this a memorable day for all the children.
I regret that I haven’t joined the Friends previously, but will be signing up for membershipbased on our family’s exposure to the celebration.
Thank you,
Great photos , Matt!
Thank you, Matt, for covering this day. It was by far, one of the best celebrations we’ve had to date. Many thanks to all who showed up. Here’s hoping all the adults and kids had as much fun as the Friends of Christopher Columbus Park volunteer’s did making it happen.
Kudos to Ann Babbitt, our vice president, and MaryGaye Grizwin, co-chairs, for a wonderful party.
Now for the Harbor Cruise, Sunday night movies, NEMPAC music Thursday’s and the Columbus Day celebration.
What a wonderful community we have here.
Hi …
I just wanted to congratulate the entire committee of individuals who donated their time to create a wonderful pre-July 4th celebration for the children who attended The Christopher Columbus Park celebration.
It was my first time, admittedly due to the arrival of grandchildren from California who are now living in Mass. I was so impressed with the entire day. Thank you to all who worked so hard to make this a memorable day for all the children.
I regret that I haven’t joined the Friends previously, but will be signing up for membershipbased on our family’s exposure to the celebration.
Thank you,