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It’s a Wrap: Philly Fireworks Ends Wawa Welcome America 2018
Story, photos by Sharon Kozden There are many definitions for “lit” … as in “getting lit.” Not all have to do with a booze buzz. One alcohol-unrelated definition is “something that’s amazing in any sense.” Certainly, the spectacular July 4th fireworks’ display on the Ben Franklin Parkway, which concluded the weeklong celebration of the 4th annual Wawa Welcome America Festival, definitely was lit-worthy. Alcoholic beverages were discouraged; participants were asked to remain compliant in this regard. In Phoenixville, the borough in which I reside, I could almost hear the Philly crowds’ collective oohs and aahs as the sky was lighted up. The appreciative fawning seemed to travel down river…
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Party Like It’s 2026! Help Plan Philly’s Biggest Party
By Jill Beckel Let’s party like it’s 2026! Even though it seems like a long time from now, America’s 250th anniversary is fast approaching in 2026. On Thursday, April 30th, guests gathered for Toast250 at the Independence Visitor Center with USA250‘s Board of Directors, Founders Circle, and Gen250 committee to celebrate Philadelphia’s plans for America’s 250th anniversary, our biggest party yet. USA250 is designing a robust tourism initiative for the nation’s 250th anniversary and enlisting a broad range of leaders to join our planning team. They are organizing ideas and leaders based around America’s founding values: Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness. The goal is for Philadelphians, Americans and people all…