Rancho Palos Verdes Fourth of July Celebration

Rancho Palos Verdes’ 35th Annual Independence Day Celebration will be held on Sunday, July 4th, 2010. Located at the Pt. Vicente Park/Civic Center, 30940 Hawthorne Boulevard, this traditional day of family fun starts at 11:00 a.m. with nonstop enjoyment until 5:00 p.m.

Bring your family and friends to listen to live music performed by Boomer McLellan and the Rhythm Rangers, the Palos Verdes Symphonic Band, and Michele Nardone’s violin students; shop in the arts and crafts area, and visit the midway which will feature rides and games for all ages. For those seeking additional adventure, take a helicopter ride and get a bird’s-eye view of the celebration and our City’s coastline. Be sure to join in the pie-eating and hula-hoop contests. For sheer entertainment, take in the Jim Gamble puppet show, visit the petting zoo, visit local community booths, ride ponies, and check out all the fun. Enjoy the delicious food court and the beer and wine garden.

Admission to the celebration is free, and complimentary shuttle service will be provided from Ralphs Market and the Point Vicente Interpretive Center. On-site parking will be available on a first come, first-served basis for $4 per vehicle.

For general information, call the Rancho Palos Verdes Recreation and Parks Department at (310) 544-5260 or visit the City’s website at www.palosverdes.com/rpv