2008 Woodie Awards
Fire works for local charities
Ricklyn Hukriede
Issue date: 7/9/08 Section: News
More than 1,000 seats were filled at the Veteran Stadium for the Fourth of July fireworks show, which was preceded by the Long Beach Police Department dog show and musical entertainment.
The Long Beach Fire Department hosted the 51st annual firework show, benefitting many local charities including Millers Children's Hospital and the Boys and Girls Scouts of America.
Sixty-year-old Debbie Barnett said, "I've been coming to this fireworks show for the past 30 years and it has the best entertainment and I like supporting our local firefighters."
The entertainment was provided by "Assisted Living," covering 1960's and 1970's rock music. Wilson High School principal Lewis Kerns, who plays lead bass in the band, booked the show.
Long Beach Fire Station No. 19 displayed its trucks for people to get a glance at the equipment.
The Long Beach Police K-9 Unit displayed dogs for people to touch and learn more about the Belgium breed. A dog show displayed the dogs exiting a helicopter and doing tricks.
Activities at the stadium were limited to eating and watching but many showed their Fourth of July spirit by wearing holiday attire.
Security guard Larry Beeler said, "I've been working this show for the past seven years and I believe this fireworks show is better than the Queen Mary's show."
Retiring firefighter Dave Holden was acknowledged during the celebration for his 40 years of service.
Concession foods included hot dogs, popcorn and cotton candy, ranging in price from $1-$4.50.
The 30-minute fireworks show started at 9 p.m.
David Barnett, 10, said, "We've been coming here a long time and we love the fireworks."
The Long Beach Fire Department hosted the 51st annual firework show, benefitting many local charities including Millers Children's Hospital and the Boys and Girls Scouts of America.
Sixty-year-old Debbie Barnett said, "I've been coming to this fireworks show for the past 30 years and it has the best entertainment and I like supporting our local firefighters."
The entertainment was provided by "Assisted Living," covering 1960's and 1970's rock music. Wilson High School principal Lewis Kerns, who plays lead bass in the band, booked the show.
Long Beach Fire Station No. 19 displayed its trucks for people to get a glance at the equipment.
The Long Beach Police K-9 Unit displayed dogs for people to touch and learn more about the Belgium breed. A dog show displayed the dogs exiting a helicopter and doing tricks.
Activities at the stadium were limited to eating and watching but many showed their Fourth of July spirit by wearing holiday attire.
Security guard Larry Beeler said, "I've been working this show for the past seven years and I believe this fireworks show is better than the Queen Mary's show."
Retiring firefighter Dave Holden was acknowledged during the celebration for his 40 years of service.
Concession foods included hot dogs, popcorn and cotton candy, ranging in price from $1-$4.50.
The 30-minute fireworks show started at 9 p.m.
David Barnett, 10, said, "We've been coming here a long time and we love the fireworks."
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