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{"id":2495,"date":"2017-06-30T06:25:00","date_gmt":"2017-06-30T06:25:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.cafecreative2.com\/blog\/?p=2495"},"modified":"2025-12-29T23:51:56","modified_gmt":"2025-12-29T23:51:56","slug":"safety-first-on-4th-of-july-then-celebrate","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.weidner.com\/blog\/2017\/06\/30\/safety-first-on-4th-of-july-then-celebrate\/","title":{"rendered":"Safety First on 4th of July, then CELEBRATE"},"content":{"rendered":"

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\nSweet wafts of smoke coming from the grill. Laughter and lounging, poolside. City parades and plenty of red, white and blue in the crowd. A glorious, extra day off work, and fireworks! This is the celebration we welcome each year on the 4th<\/sup> of July. As you might guess, there's one detail in the description above that isn't welcome at Weidner Apartment Homes, and that is fireworks.<\/p>\n

Fireworks are prohibited in any Weidner community.<\/h2>\n

Exciting and entertaining as they are, fireworks are strictly prohibited at any Weidner Apartment Homes community. For details on this important safety rule, please see page 7 of your resident handbook. Please note that we have a no-tolerance policy for discharging or displaying fireworks. Please view this site<\/a> for more safety tips on 4th of July.<\/p>\n

Celebrations and Events Near You<\/h2>\n

Fortunately, most cities have meticulously planned 4th<\/sup> of July celebrations that are tailor-made for fun. Here are a few highlights of celebrations and events near you the entire family will enjoy: <\/p>\n

Seattle Area<\/a><\/strong> <\/h3>\n

From scavenger hunts and festivals to concerts and 4th<\/sup> of July fireworks cruises, Seattle, and the surrounding area has a wide variety of events to enjoy. Head over to Whidbey Island for the fireworks show, or reserve your table at one of the many downtown restaurants and watch the fireworks while you dine on the sumptuous fare. 
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Phoenix Area<\/a><\/strong> <\/h3>\n

The Fabulous Phoenix 4th<\/sup> celebration attracts more than 100,000 visitors and boasts entertainment venues, festivals, food booths and arts and crafts to keep the entire family entertained. Or check out the Phoenix Zoo for their "4th<\/sup> of Zooly" event! <\/p>\n

Minneapolis Area<\/a><\/strong> <\/h3>\n

Whether you prefer to watch the Minneapolis skyline light up from a nearby restaurant rooftop, or from Stone Arch Bridge or Gold Medal Park, this city has plenty to choose from. Or, find a space on the grass, lay down your blanket and enjoy the view from Nicollet Island. <\/p>\n

Anchorage Area<\/a><\/strong> <\/h3>\n

With 19 hours of daylight to work with, 4th<\/sup> of July in Anchorage has a plethora of events to help you ring in Independence Day. Anchorage's Delaney Park Strip hosts a pancake breakfast, where you can easily head over to the parade, and from there you can proceed on to the festival.  Or, head over to Mulcahy Stadium to watch the fireworks after the second game.<\/p>\n

However you decide to celebrate Independence Day, we wish you and your family a fun, safe holiday weekend!<\/p>\n

— The Weidner Team<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Sweet wafts of smoke coming from the grill. Laughter and lounging, poolside. City parades and plenty of red, white and blue in the crowd. A glorious, extra day off work, and fireworks! This is the celebration we welcome each year on the 4th of July. As you might guess, there's one detail in the description above… <\/p>\n

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