JULY 4TH REVIEW

STOPHOTOS BY KENNETH BOONE

Clockwise from above: Spectators gathered at The Amp and on the lake for Russell Land's concert and fireworks show; Sweet Tea Trio put on a great show before and after the fireworks; One Russell Marine Boat Parade entrant celebrated everything; flying the colors is a tradition over the boat parade; The parade route extended from Kowaliga Marina to Children's Harbor; unorthodox materials make whinsically creative lake décor at Arti Gras.

Clockwise from above: Sweet Tea Trio's Savannah Coker told the audience at The Amp it's always a treat for them to return to Lake Martin; Patriotic flag and cross ornaments were on sale at Arti Gras; By all accounts, even the ground show of fireworks at Lake Martin was spectacular; this year's holiday was a star-studded weekend at the lake.

Clockwise from above: The Bank Walkers opened the show at The Amp for Sweet Tea Trio; Hand-painted pottery and other unique pieces were among the offerings at Arti Gras; Bathtime fun in a jon boat at the annual Russell Marine Boat Parade; Make plans now to spend July 4, 2022, at Lake Martin for a spectacular holiday.

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