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Written on: July 2nd, 2009 by: in News
Most of Delaware’s public libraries will be closed on Friday and Saturday in honor of the 4th of July, although patrons can of course continue to use the online catalog and databases through the weekend.
Americans have been celebrating the 4th of July since 1777, when Philadelphia held the first official commemoration with parades, fireworks and a display of British deserters. You can find out more about the history of the Fourth of July at James Heintze’s 4th of July celebrations database.
Prof. Heintze does not mention when the tradition of cooking out began, but we can certainly help with the recipes:
Fourth of July celebrations will be occurring all over the world in emigre communities and military bases. U.S. Forces in Afghanistan will be in the middle of new offensive against the Taliban in the Helman valley throughout this weekend’s holiday and beyond. You can follow the most recent news about the campaign and post holiday greetings to the troops at the official Facebook page.
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