Celebrate July Fourth

Take time on July 4 to remember the sacrifices of those who came before us to defend our country and celebrate at a parade, flag raising ceremony and more. More than 170 units will march in Historic Smithville’s parade, with around 10,000 spectators expected to line the streets. historicsmithville.com The only thing cuter than kids marching down the street is pups doing the same! The Patriotic Pooch Parade in North Wildwood will include prizes for the best decorated bikes, strollers, scooters and golf carts. northwildwood.com Join a special flag raising ceremony in Wilsey Square before Ridgewood’s parade. This year’s theme is “Made in America” to highlight the many products, sports, music, entertainment and technology that stem from the U.S. ridgewoodjuly4.net Morven Museum & Garden hosts its July 4 Jubilee every year, celebrating at the home-turned-museum of Richard Stockton, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence. morven.org/signature

Along the waterfront in Jersey City you can not only shop, eat and listen to music all day, presented by Jersey City Night Market, but you can also stay for a grand fireworks display at 9:30 pm. jerseycityculture.org