June 30, 2021 Issue, Page 19 of 20

Page Text

F R E E D O M | Wednesday, June 30, 2021 PG11 Tips for hosting a fun Fourth of July party The Fourth of July is experimental fare won’t dis- Fourth of July parties. Fire- a day to celebrate in the appoint traditionalists, and works can lead to injuries United States. Much about those looking for something and accidents and are best July makes the fourth day beyond the norm won’t be left to the professionals of the month the ideal time disappointed, either. to celebrate. School is out, • Embrace the red, white who put on community fire- the weather is warm and the and blue. When decorating, works shows. Discourage generally relaxed attitude of opt for red, white and blue guests from bringing their summer has typically set in decorations. This gives the own fireworks by making it by the first week of July. party a distinctly Fourth of known they will be asked to People tasked with host- July feel. Red, white and ing Fourth of July festivi- blue napkins and tablecloths leave the party if they do. ties may not feel the same are readily available come • Arrange transportation pressure when hosting such July, and hosts with a gift home for guests. To make gatherings that they would for crafts can even create sure everyone gets home when hosting more formal their own decorations to use safe and sound, arrange in affairs. The relaxed nature year after year. advance for some guests to of summer often pervades • Prepare to entertain. Un- Fourth of July festivities, like holiday season gather- serve as designated drivers. but hosts can still take a ings that typically begin Hosts also should abstain crash course in summer in the evening, Fourth of from consuming alcohol hosting to ensure everyone July parties tend to begin during the party so they can has a good time. in the afternoon and extend get people home safe if nec- • Don’t try to break the into the night. That means mold. Some hosts may be hosts must not just feed essary. Keep a list of local tempted to think outside the their guests, but entertain taxi company phone num- box in regard to the foods them as well. Since Fourth bers on hand and encourage Happy 4th of July! and beverages they’ll serve of July parties tend to take guests who plan to consume at their Fourth of July par- place outdoors, plan lots of alcohol to use ridesharing ties. While hosts can still backyard games, such as apps to get to and from the experiment and serve new badminton, bocce, Wiffle We are open July 4 from 11 p.m.-3 p.m. foods and creative cock- ball, horseshoes, and more. party. tails at their parties, many Hosts with swimming pools Fourth of July festivities Join us before your evening festivities! guests will be anticipating should have pool games typically are less formal some Fourth of July staples, readily available as well. than other celebrations, but such as grilled hot dogs and • Leave the fireworks to hosts still must plan their hamburgers and cold beer the professionals. Hosts and lemonade. Making sure should not succumb to pres- parties to ensure everyone such foods and beverages sure, real or perceived, to has a fun, safe Indepen- are served alongside more supply fireworks at their dence Day. “Have a great Fourth of July! Stay safe. We’ll be here if you need us.” KTS AUTO GLASS Serving a 100 mile radius of Willow, Oklahoma • We come to you! 2500 S. Main St. • 580.225.3644 [email protected] • 580-291-3786 • Owner-Kristofer Schell