Washington is ready to Celebrate America in a big way on Monday July 4th.

This annual tradition in Washington Borough offers a host of activites throughout the day including an Orange Crate Derby, an old-fashioned parade and fireworks to cap the night!

The parade, featuring local organizations, fire engines, first aid vehicles, marching bands, and more, steps off at 3 p.m. and takes place along Belvidere Avenue and Broad Street.  

This year’s Parade Grand Marshal is Alice Thompson, who will be celebrating her 100^th birthday in August. 

Organized by the all-volunteer Washington Celebrates America committee, July 4^th has always been a special day in the Borough and surrounding communities. 

The day begins that morning with the Orange Crate Derby and ends with the fireworks at the Warren Hills Middle School at dusk.

In addition to the parade, an opportunity to have dinner with the Grand Marshal at a special reception is scheduled for Saturday, July 2nd at The Willows in Asbury from 4-6 p.m. Tickets cost $25 each. Anyone interested in tickets can email Chris Cannavo, Cannavo30@yahoo.com or Bruce Schott, blschott1@verizon.net. Tickets will also be available to purchase at the event. The event includes food and a cash bar. Proceeds benefit Washington Celebrates America. For further details on the dinner, contact Chris Cannavo by email, cannavo30@yahoo.com.

For more information about Washington Celebrates America check out its Facebook page.