By Lea Kahn, Staff Writer
Fireworks will fill the skies over Montgomery High School on June 29, as Montgomery Township residents get together to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday, albeit a few days early.
The event kicks off at 6 p.m. on the front lawn of Montgomery High School on Route 601/The Great Road. There will be games and activities for children.
There will be an assortment of food – hot dogs, hamburgers, grilled chicken and pizza – provided by food vendors. Kettle corn and funnel cakes will be available, too.
More entertainment will be provided by the John Oakes Band, which plays popular hits. The band will begin playing at 7 p.m. on the stage. The first fireworks shells are expected to go off at 9:15 p.m.
"As always, this is a wonderful opportunity for the community to come together, honor the nation and enjoy a night out with family and friends," Mayor Ed Trzaska said.
The revenue to support the $12,500 fireworks show comes from donations from corporations, businesses and individuals, plus vendors and parking passes.
The VIP parking passes, which cost $15 per space, entitle the purchaser to park in the parking lot in front of Montgomery High School.
Montgomery Township does not budget for the fireworks show, except to pay for overtime for the police and the Department of Public Works employees.
