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Hot Take
Did you know that fireworks were invented in China around 200 BC? The loud sounds and bright lights were used to scare off enemies, evil spirits, and bad energy. Today, they are a worldwide symbol of celebration. This month, fireworks will feature prominently in the festivities of Canada Day on July 1, U.S. Independence Day on July 4, and France’s Bastille Day on July 14. Here’s a fun firework finger play you can do with your kids.
In order not to also scare off loved ones, modern fireworks are best enjoyed with earplugs. Pets will also need extra reassurance.
Fireworks or not, here’s wishing you and your family safe celebrations this July. And here’s a fun song you and your little ones can sing while grilling!
Quote of the Week
What was important wasn’t the fireworks, it was that we were together this evening, together in this place, looking up into the sky at the same time.
Banana Yoshimoto
Give Your Input – How do you find fireworks?
Featured Creators
This week we’re featuring the community members of Falls Church City, VA, who came out at 7 a.m. on Sunday to paint crosswalks around City Hall.
The Painting Pride activity refreshed two existing crosswalks and added a third. Mayor Letty Hardi painted along while a doting public safety officer directed traffic. And everyone got up to their elbows in paint!
Thank you, City of Falls Church, Falls Church Forward, and FCC Schools Pride Alliance, for making this event happen.
Important Dates
-Attend a Sing, Rhyme, and Play Program with Ms. Christina-
◊ Ukulele Baby Lap Time at the Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Fridays at 10:30 a.m., Ages 0-2
- June 13, 20, and 27
- July 11, 18, and 25
- August 1
◊ Children’s Song and Story Time at the Georgetown Waterfront Park
Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., All Ages
- June 26
- July 10, and 24
◊ Dinosaur Pajama Party at the Mary Riley Styles Public Library
Saturday—July 19—at 11 a.m., All Ages
Final Thoughts
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fireworks hurt birds
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Fireworks look cool but they create so much smoke that seems to hang around in the thick, humid, summer air.
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