4th of July Fireworks to Light Up Par-Troy Sky

Wednesday marks the nation's 236th birthday and, per tradition, Parsippany celebrates in the fashion envisioned long ago by Founding Father John Adams.

In a letter to his devoted wife Abigail, Adams in 1776 wrote about how he hoped the anniversary of the country's independence from Great Britain would be remembered:

"It ought to be solemnized with pomp and parade...bonfires and illuminations from one end of this continent to the other, from this day forward."

If we define "illuminations" as "fireworks," then somewhere out there, the man from Massachusetts must be pleased.

The annual takes place Wednesday night after sundown at , 20 Rita Drive.

report that a number of safety measures will be in effect to insure the safety and welfare of all in attendance and a most perfect event.

• All traffic exiting the event by way of Rita Drive will exit to northbound Littleton Road.
• All traffic exiting the event from Brooklawn Drive will be directed onto southbound Littleton Road.
• From 9:45-10:30 p.m., Littleton Road will be closed to through traffic in both directions from Halsey Road to Park Road.
• Due to expected heavy traffic, any vehicles found parked in a normally prohibited area or in a marked emergency prohibited parking zone will be subject to summons and possibly towed and impounded.
• No parking is permitted on Brooklawn Drive or Rita Drive.
• Additional parking will be permitted at nearby and .
• Alcoholic beverages, pets, fireworks and bicycles are strictly prohibited at the event. Those found with any of these prohibited items will be ejected from the event—and may receive a summons.

Should inclement weather come along to douse the fun, the event will be held on Thursday at the same time and location. The aforementioned safety measures will be in effect.

Stay safe and have a happy Fourth!