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Independence Day

Thursday, July 5, 2012

Images of the 2012 Barrington 4th of July Parade

A visual recap of the annual Independence Day Parade.

Karen McBride

11:07 am on Monday, July 9, 2012

No, the library just had one group. We had about 20 walkers with a banner and costumes and then our van. I have to confess, we were straggling a bit because we had a huge garbage truck in front of us, ha ha!   more ›

Tuesday, July 3, 2012

How to Photograph Fireworks

A Patch photographer gives advice on capturing the sparkle in the sky.

Capturing fireworks on camera is a challenge that can be mastered easily with the right equipment and settings on your camera.  Here is a short tutorial to help you  capture the rockets' red glare this Fourth of July.   Equipment needed:   Be sure to share your fireworks photos with Lake Zurich Patch. 

Wednesday, June 27, 2012

Lake Zurich Celebrates July 4th with Fireworks, Music

The annual Independence Day celebration includes family activities at Paulus Park.

Celebrate the Fourth of July at Paulus Park during the 2012 Independence Day celebration. Daylong activities include musical entertainment, swimming, kids’ games, inflatables and Taste of Summer restaurants.  DJ 39 and Holding starts off with music when the park opens at 9 a.m. Taste of Summer kicks off at 11 a.m., featuring a variety of food vendors serving all your family’s favorites — pizza, hot dogs, tacos, egg rolls, burgers and more. A beer and wine tent also will be available. Children's activities, including games and inflatable rides, will run from noon until 4 p.m.  Tell a friend about Lake Zurich Patch newsletter for a chance at $100. StateLine Band will play Top 40 country from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Spoken Four Band will perform…

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