More than just Fireworks!!!

 

 

     Fireworks in Wilmington!  Arguably the finest display of fireworks, celebrating our nations independence, in all of Eastern Massachusetts (except Boston). There are some (especially those from out of Town) that think only of the annual fireworks display when they think of Wilmington’s celebration.  But “Fun on the Fourth” is much more than just fireworks.  This is an entire community event.

 

     A volunteer committee comprised of  Wilmington residents works diligently all year to organize and run “Fun on the Fourth” in Wilmington.  People and groups from all around Wilmington participate in the premiere social event of the season. 

 

Sure, the Spectacular fireworks are a tremendous finale to the week long activities but there is so much more that makes this event special.

 

People and groups of all ages and make ups make this event what it is.

 

Wilmington High School art students design the “Fun on the Fourth” T-shirts every year.  These shirts have been seen from coast to coast as the Committee sells truckloads each year.  Senior citizens have sold decorative hats to raise money for the Senior Center.  Five different church groups work together to raise money for their congregations.  Veterans groups sell items for their Headquarters and the Marine Corp League Color Guard reminds us each year how important our military and veterans groups are to America.  Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts man their booths to raise money for their Troops.  Youth organizations pay for equipment, uniforms and ice time with the proceeds raised at this event.  Cheerleaders get to tumble and twirl their way to tournaments by selling “Dots”.  Many Wilmington based non-profit organizations utilize the Fourth of July Celebration to help fund their programs.

 

Even the dinners and breakfasts are run by Civic Organizations such as the Kiwanis Club, Rotary Club, Knights of Columbus, Minutemen, Sons of Italy, Community Fund, Junior Camps and Local Heroes.

 

No private vendors (other than the carnival) are allowed at “Fun on the Fourth” in Wilmington.  So “What is spent in Wilmington, stays in Wilmington”.

 

Fun, friends and fireworks are all important parts of our celebration.  But please don’t forget fundraising as another important part of “Fun on the Fourth”.