From summery fun on the waterfront, to fireworks, festive food, and good old fashioned celebrations up and down the coast, here are our listings for all of the Fourth of July happenings:
7/3-7/4: Ojai Independence Committee Presents Ojai's 4th of July
On Wednesday see a presentation of Colors by the Vietnam Vets and a performance by the Ojai Band, 6:30pm at Libbey Bowl, (210 S. Signal St.). Start Thursday off with breakfast at the Chaparral Auditorium, 7-10am, (414 E. Ojai Ave., $5-$7) then the Youth Freedom Run at 9am, (near Libbey Park fountain), followed by the parade at 10am, (Country Club Dr. to Park Rd.). Enjoy live music, food trucks, and the firework show at 9pm at Nordhoff High School Stadium (1401 Maricopa Hwy.). GA: $5-$10; families: $25-$50.