{"id":2485423,"date":"2026-07-02T19:40:09","date_gmt":"2026-07-02T19:40:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/?p=2485423"},"modified":"2026-07-02T19:40:09","modified_gmt":"2026-07-02T19:40:09","slug":"fourth-of-july-celebrations-paul-simon-the-sound-of-america-culture-fest-molly-tuttle-and-more-in-this-weeks-things-to-do","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/celebrity.land\/en\/fourth-of-july-celebrations-paul-simon-the-sound-of-america-culture-fest-molly-tuttle-and-more-in-this-weeks-things-to-do\/","title":{"rendered":"Fourth of July celebrations, Paul Simon, \u2018The Sound of America\u2019 Culture Fest, Molly Tuttle and more in this week\u2019s \u2018Things To Do\u2019"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<h2>Delaware<\/h2>\n<h3>DE 250 Celebration<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where<\/strong>: <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps?cid=13685842190227497104&amp;g_mp=CiVnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLkdldFBsYWNlEAMYASAF&amp;hl=en&amp;gl=US&amp;source=embed\">The Riverfront, <\/a>Wilmington, Del.<\/li>\n<li><strong>When<\/strong>: Saturday, July 4, 2 p.m. \u2013 10 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How much<\/strong>: Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Wilmington\u2019s <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/delaware250.org\/delaware-250-events\/250-on-the-riverfront\/\">free waterfront semiquincentennial<\/a> celebration combines history, culture and community along Wilmington\u2019s Christina River. From live music across three stages, including performances by the Delaware Symphony Orchestra and local faves, to family-friendly attractions including mini golf and hot-air balloon rides, the event is festive and immersive. Guests can explore local artisans in the Delaware Made Village, tour the historic <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.kalmarnyckel.org\/\">Kalmar Nyckel,<\/a> enjoy food and drinks from Riverfront restaurants and beer gardens, and take in special tributes to the state\u2019s role in America\u2019s story, leading up to a fireworks finale set to live orchestral music.\n<\/p>\n<h2>New Jersey<\/h2>\n<h3>Borough Block Party &amp; Drone Show<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where<\/strong>: Downtown Haddonfield<\/li>\n<li><strong>When<\/strong>: Friday, July 3, 5 p.m. \u2013 9:30 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How much<\/strong>: Free, pay as you go<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Downtown Haddonfield <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/downtownhaddonfield.com\/event\/borough-block-party-drone-show\/\">hosts a free holiday celebration<\/a> that transforms Kings Highway into a community festival. The day kicks off with a parade in the morning before rolling into a block party at night with live music, food trucks, games and shopping in the borough\u2019s historic downtown. As part of the nation\u2019s 250th birthday celebration, the traditional fireworks are traded for a choreographed drone show blending technology and patriotism for a unique holiday event.\n<\/p>\n<h2>Special Events<\/h2>\n<h3>The best of the July Fourth holiday weekend<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_707260\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-707260\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-707260\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">The Semiquincentennial Birthday Cake Float makes its debut at the Philadelphia Fourth of July parade. The float, a series of five cakes, each representing 50 years of United States history, will return next year for the celebration of the nation\u2019s 250th birthday. (Emma Lee\/WHYY)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where<\/strong>: Multiple venues<\/li>\n<li><strong>When<\/strong>: Through Sunday, July 5<\/li>\n<li><strong>How much<\/strong>: Free, various prices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This Fourth of July weekend should go down in Philadelphia\u2019s already rich history. Queen Latifah, Christina Aguilera, Idina Menzel, The Roots, DJ Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith, Kathy Sledge, and Seal will all be onstage for the big bash celebrating America\u2019s 250th birthday. And there\u2019s a picnic, parades and other special events. You can find the local full calendar at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/july4thphilly.com\/\">Welcome America<\/a> and the national calendar at <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/america250.org\/\">America250<\/a>.\u00a0 Here are our highlights for the holiday weekend. Please note: The All-American Block Party has been cancelled.\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.phlvisitorcenter.com\/red-white-blue-to-do-philadelphia-pa\">Red, White and Blue To-Do <\/a>\u2013 It\u2019s a parade, a party, a flag-raising, concerts and more as John Adams originally conceived it back in 1776.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/july4thphilly.com\/event\/the-u-s-army-field-band-on-independence-mall\/\">Salute to Service <\/a>\u2013 Queen Latifah performs with the U.S. Army Field Band &amp; Soldiers\u2019 Chorus at Independence National Historic Park. Note: Start time moved to 8 p.m. <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/whyy.org\/articles\/philadelphia-heat-wave-emergency-fourth-of-july-2026\/\">due to the heat<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.nps.gov\/articles\/000\/retreat-to-valley-forge.htm\">Valley Forge National Park 50\/250 Celebration <\/a>\u2013 A series of events from Friday to Sunday to honor the park\u2019s 50th anniversary on July Fourth, and America\u2019s 250th. Events will end earlier than originally scheduled due to the forecast.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/july4thphilly.com\/event\/pops-on-independence\/\">Pops On Independence <\/a>\u2013 Tony Award-winner Idina Menzel sings with the Philly Pops on Friday night.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/americacelebrates.org\/our-events\">America Celebrates 250<\/a> \u2013 Neighboring cities Lambertville, New Jersey, and New Hope, Pennsylvania, host a joint celebration Friday through Sunday.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.phlvisitorcenter.com\/birthday-party-usa\">Birthday Party in the USA <\/a>\u2013 Five thousand free cupcakes, face painting and several Miss Philadelphias. Need we say more?<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sunsetsocialphl.com\/events?lightbox=dataItem-mqqrwak7\">Sky High 4th of July <\/a>\u2013 Sunset Social hosts a free party with daytime family-friendly fun, $10 meals and a deejay.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtoncrossingpark.org\/event\/living-history-july-fourth-2026\/\">Washington Crossing Independence Day 2026<\/a> \u2013 Living history, concert and fireworks at the historic crossing.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/resy.com\/cities\/philadelphia-pa\/venues\/loews-philadelphia-hotel-33rd-floor\/events\/red-white-views-2026-07-04?seats=2&amp;date=2026-06-29\">Red, White and Views @ Loews<\/a> \u2013 Fireworks display, unlimited buffet and drinks at the newly revamped bar on the 33rd floor. Note: This is a ticketed event.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oneriveralliance.org\/freedomfest2026\">Fourth of July FreedomWorks Fireworks Festival <\/a>\u2013 Fireworks, food and a Ferris Wheel at Pleasant Hill Park.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cityexperiences.com\/philadelphia\/city-cruises\/4th-july-dinner-cruise\/?date=07\/04\/2026\">Fourth of July Signature Dinner Cruise on City Cruises <\/a>\u2013\u00a0 Fourth of July cruises include buffet and open bar with several upgrade packages. Note: We can attest that food is one of the main attractions here, it\u2019s delicious.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/chestnuthillpa.com\/event\/bocce-club-4th-of-july-celebration\/\">Bocce Club 4th of July Celebration<\/a> \u2013 Chestnut Hill\u2019s annual party, going on for six decades, includes a bike parade and a magic show.<\/li>\n<li><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/july4thphilly.com\/event\/the-city-of-philadelphias-one-philly-unity-concert-for-america\/\">The City of Philadelphia\u2019s One Philly Unity Concert for America<\/a> \u2013 The big finale with Christina Aguilera headlining and performances by DJ Jazzy Jeff and Will Smith, The Roots, Kathy Sledge, Seal, and State Property.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Arts and culture<\/h2>\n<h3>\u2018Franklin! The Sound of America\u2019<\/h3>\n<p>Philly is certainly the best place for the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.soundofamericamusical.com\/\">world premiere of an original rock opera <\/a>that reimagines the life of Benjamin Franklin. Staged at FringeArts as part of the nation\u2019s 250th anniversary celebrations, the production follows <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/billypenn.com\/2026\/06\/10\/ben-franklin-key-kite-pig-iron-theatre\/\">Franklin\u2019s journey from runaway to global icon<\/a>, blending real-life history with music, romance and political intrigue.\n  <\/p>\n<p>The five-week run is led by Philly native and Temple grad <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/kohlpilgrim2015\/\">Kohl Pilgrim,<\/a> a self-professed history buff who embodies the newly crafted version of Franklin\u2019s story. The unique finale takes the audience from the stage to the streets on a walking tour near where Franklin lived and died.\n<\/p>\n<h3>\u2018Clue: A Walking Mystery\u2019<\/h3>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"CLUE: A Walking Mystery Trailer\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/EBAboDQ_yvU?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where<\/strong>: Multiple locations, starting at the Kimmel Center<\/li>\n<li><strong>When<\/strong>: Through Sunday, July 5<\/li>\n<li><strong>How much<\/strong>: <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ensembleartsphilly.org\/tickets-and-events\/ensemble-arts-philly-presents\/clue-a-walking-mystery#e9945\">$53<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>We can safely say, this is not your grandfather\u2019s Clue. The popular board game turns into<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ensembleartsphilly.org\/tickets-and-events\/ensemble-arts-philly-presents\/clue-a-walking-mystery\"> an immersive production<\/a> where theatergoers, instead of sitting passively watching actors on a stage, are sent out on missions to figure out who did what to whom. In this version, Tudor Mansion has been sold and its contents scattered around the city. But there\u2019s still a murder, and attendees have to follow the evidence to find the killer. Think upscale mystery play and you have the gist of this unusual night out.\n<\/p>\n<h3>First Bank of the United States Museum Festival<\/h3>\n<p>You\u2019ve seen \u201cHamilton\u201d right? Well, this is where he made history. <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/inht.org\/fbus-reopening\/\">The reopening of the First Bank of the United States<\/a> brings new access to a cornerstone of early American financial policy. Originally established in 1791 as part of Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton\u2019s vision to stabilize the young nation\u2019s economy and manage federal debt, it was the first national bank in the country. The building, part of Independence National Historical Park, has been closed to the public for decades, but now visitors can now experience its newly restored interior and exhibitions featuring rare financial documents, historical artifacts and interpretive displays that examine the economic debates of the era. Read more <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/billypenn.com\/2026\/07\/01\/firstival-first-bank-united-states-philadelphia-history-old-city\/\">on the reopening from billypenn.com<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n<h3>Culture Fest<\/h3>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DaGTaO-RoL_\/?hl=en\">The festival brings together people<\/a> from the African diaspora for a day of music, fun, food and community. It\u2019s taking over the massive Liberty Point restaurant, which boasts over 28,000 square feet over multiple levels with five bars. Kabila Events, the organizers behind Liberty Fest, also puts on the perennially sold-out annual Black Wine Festival, so expect a highly Instagrammable experience.\n<\/p>\n<h3>SurREAL World: Film Festival for the Terminally Weird<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where<\/strong>: Tattooed Mom, 530 South St.<\/li>\n<li><strong>When<\/strong>: Sunday, July 5, 3 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How much<\/strong>: Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>One thing about being weird in Philly is that you can always find your people. On Sunday, they\u2019ll gather <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tattooedmomphilly.com\/event\/surreal-world-film-festival-for-the-terminally-weird\/\">at this afternoon showcase<\/a> of the strange and surreal, with a lineup of short films from Philly creatives, paired with stand-up from comedian <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thedookness\/?hl=en\">Alyssa Al-Dookhi<\/a> and a panel discussion. <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/_lauraornella\/?hl=en\">Laura Ornella<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/lizkhawiesta\/?hl=en\">Liz Weist<\/a> are the co-hosts.\n<\/p>\n<h2>Kids<\/h2>\n<h3>Dino-Mite Summer<\/h3>\n<p>Here\u2019s something for the kids to do throughout the summer as the museum turns into a<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/ansp.org\/experience\/events\/dino-mite-summer\"> hands-on science playground<\/a> that blends education and entertainment. Interactive highlights like \u201cThe Big Dig,\u201d where young visitors can unearth and identify dinosaur fossils, along with live animal encounters, expert scientific conversations and immersive exhibits exploring everything from biodiversity to evolution, are part of the offering. Inspire a budding paleontologist while they\u2019re still young enough to absorb the information.\n<\/p>\n<h2>Sports<\/h2>\n<h3>Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship: Liberty Brawl<\/h3>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"BKFC LIBERTY BRAWL PRESS CONFERENCE | LIVE!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/c2ZhzhnVKc0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>\u00a0\n<\/p>\n<p>Let\u2019s get ready to rumble, and we mean really, really rumble. <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.xfinitymobilearena.com\/events\/detail\/bare-knuckle-fighting-1\">This championship<\/a> pits bare-knuckled challengers with great nicknames against each other to determine two titles \u2013 men\u2019s middleweight and women\u2019s strawweight \u2013 along with a men\u2019s middleweight showcase and a middleweight bout. The main event pits <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bkfc.com\/fighters\/austin-trout\">Austin \u201cNo Doubt\u201d Trout <\/a>against U.K. pugilist\u00a0 <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bkfc.com\/fighters\/ben-bonner\">Ben \u201cThe Bomber\u201d Bonner. <\/a>With names like that, you know they\u2019re putting on a show. Pro tip: The show is billed as family-friendly and all ages are welcome, but make sure you\u2019re clear on your kids\u2019 comfort level.\n<\/p>\n<h2>Comedy<\/h2>\n<h3>Fifty First Jokes About America<\/h3>\n<p>The concept is simple: 50<a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.punchlinephilly.com\/shows\"> comedians tell 50 jokes<\/a> using the 250 years of American history we\u2019re celebrating this weekend. That\u2019s certainly a wealth of material to draw from. <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/peggyoleary.com\/\">Peggy O\u2019Leary<\/a> hosts. We should remind you that 25 cents of every ticket sold for most, not all events, goes to <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.comedygivesback.com\/\">Comedy Gives Back<\/a>, a charitable organization that supports comedians in need. Hey, it adds up.\n<\/p>\n<h2>Music<\/h2>\n<h3>Molly Tuttle &amp; Daniel Donato\u2019s Cosmic Country<\/h3>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Meet singer-songwriter Molly Tuttle\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Y53nbp2rs8Q?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Where<\/strong>: Ardmore Music Hall, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/place\/Ardmore+Music+Hall\/@40.007598,-75.2925433,17z\/data=!3m1!4b1!4m6!3m5!1s0x89c6c08668515c55:0xde079423092a4269!8m2!3d40.007598!4d-75.289963!16s%2Fg%2F12qg4hv0g?entry=ttu\">23 E. Lancaster Ave.<\/a>, Ardmore, Pa. (moved from Heuser Park)<\/li>\n<li><strong>When<\/strong>: Thursday, July 2, 6 p.m.<\/li>\n<li><strong>How much<\/strong>: <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tixr.com\/groups\/ardmoremusichall\/events\/molly-tuttle-daniel-donato-s-cosmic-country-moved-to-ardmore-music-hall--197366\">$62.10<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mollytuttlemusic.com\/\">Molly Tuttle<\/a> and <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/thedanieldonato\/?hl=en\">Daniel Donato<\/a> roll into the Philly area <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DZfgYCypt_p\/?hl=en\">with a guitar-driven show<\/a> that\u2019s as much of a jam session as it is a concert. Though it\u2019s part of the <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/concertsunderthestarskop.com\/\">Concerts Under the Stars<\/a> series at Heuser Park, the concert moves indoors to Ardmore Music Hall. The duo is on a co-headlining summer tour that added festival stops extending into the fall. Donato continues to build with his 2025 album \u201cHorizons\u201d and his psychedelic \u201ccosmic country\u201d sound, while Tuttle has already racked up two Grammy wins in the bluegrass genre. Together, they bridge bluegrass, rock and Americana as an integral part of a roots music renaissance.\n<\/p>\n<h3>Prince Tribute feat Johnie Jupiter\u2019s Controversy \u2013 Celebrating \u201cKiss\u201d 40th Anniversary<\/h3>\n<p>Forty years ago, Prince and The Revolution released \u201cKiss,\u201d which became one of his biggest hits, winning him a Grammy for best R&amp;B performance with duo or group. Prince tribute band <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/controversyfunk\/\">Johnie Jupiter\u2018s Controversy<\/a> head to <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/p\/DYhVbQGHASl\/\">City Winery<\/a> to recreate Prince\u2019s legendary stage shows while celebrating the song\u2019s longevity.\n<\/p>\n<h3>Paul Simon: A Quiet Celebration Tour<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_746097\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-746097\" style=\"width: 1024px\" class=\"wp-caption alignnone\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-746097\" src=\"https:\/\/whyy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/paul-simon.jpg\" alt=\"Paul Simon plays guitar on stage\" width=\"1024\" height=\"698\" srcset=\"https:\/\/whyy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/paul-simon.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/whyy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/paul-simon-300x204.jpg 300w, https:\/\/whyy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/paul-simon-768x524.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-746097\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Paul Simon performs at the 10th annual Love Rocks NYC concert benefiting God\u2019s Love We Deliver at the Beacon Theatre on Thursday, March 5, 2026, in New York. (Photo by Evan Agostini\/Invision\/AP)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>After taking a break due to hearing loss, <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/tour.paulsimon.com\/\">Paul Simon<\/a> is back on the road at age 84 on the aptly titled A Quiet Celebration tour. The show is split into two segments: he\u2019ll play his critically-acclaimed, continuous track 2023 album <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=ZiDc4DbFQZY\">\u201cSeven Psalms\u201d<\/a> in its entirety, then launch into a rendering of newly arranged versions of his extensive catalogue of folk\/rock classics. <a rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/highmarkmann.org\/events\/2026-07-05\/paul-simon\">He\u2019s at The Mann<\/a> on Sunday night.\n        <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 The preceding article may include information circulated by third parties \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n<p><em> \u2018 Some details of this article were extracted from the following source whyy.org \u2019 <\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Delaware DE 250 Celebration Where: The Riverfront, Wilmington, Del. When: Saturday, July 4, 2 p.m. \u2013 10 p.m. How much: Free Wilmington\u2019s free waterfront semiquincentennial celebration combines history, culture and community along Wilmington\u2019s Christina River. 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