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It's almost here!

The Fourth of July has long been one of my favorite days of the year, because there's something inherently great about food, fun, family, fireworks...and FREEDOM!

The Northwest Voice put together a special issue with patriotism in mind, and I wanted to send you this quick newsletter to alert you that it goes on newsstands today!  Don't wait until you get it in the mail, because with Friday being a legal holiday, you may not receive it in time to read about:

• the 4th of July calendar of events (covering July 3-5 across Kern County)
• pet safety tips for the often loud holiday
• a guide to local fireworks fundraisers in the Northwest
• Rusty Shoop's take on our Forefathers' plan for America
• a heartwarming account of how foreigners react to our nationalism
• "Treat them like heroes" - urging us to do "random acts of kindness" for soldiers
• Ann Cierley's choice for the perfect wine to go with holiday barbecues

 *Fireworks Task Force is set to enforce safety regulations —call 868-6070 if you see use of illegal fireworks!

Also, are your children bored this summer? Check THIS out:

• Consider sending them to PowerLab Vacation Bible School from July 7-11 at Brimhall Road Assembly of God church!  It's easy to register.  Go to www.BRAGlife.org or call 589-5254.  But hurry!  It starts Monday!
• Harmony Road Music School offers "Music and Movement" classes AND group piano classes!  Call 665-8228 for more info.!
• NOR has a new water park!  Sears Park Water Playground is at 444 Norris Rd. and offers tons of free water fun for the kids! Go to www.NORfun.org to learn more.
• Karate anyone? Kim Soo Karate of Bakersfield specializes in Chayon-Ryu martial arts and is now accepting new students! Call 342-9758 or visit them at www.bakersfieldcyr.com today.

Please have a safe and sane July 4th and take a moment to reflect on how fortunate we are to be living in this great country!

Happy Independence Day!

~Dana