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Celebrate the 4th of July at Home

By Laurie Corbett, Publisher, Macaroni Kid South Shore Boston July 1, 2020

The parades, fireworks and big BBQ might not be happening this year but that doesn't mean celebrating has to stop! Grab the kids and make this 4th of July a memorable one with a fun craft, and festive food to celebrate our country's independence while supporting local and small. 


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4th of July Events

Anytime - Hingham Parade๐Ÿ’ป

10 AM - Stars & Stripes Cupcake Wars (7/3) ๐Ÿ’ป

10 AM - Hingham 4th of July Bell Ringing

4 PM -  July 4th: A Tribute to the American Spirit Concert ๐Ÿ’ป

7 PM - Coast Guard Band: "Gallantly Streaming" ๐Ÿ’ป

8 PM - A Boston Pops Salute to Our Heroes ๐Ÿ“บ 

8 PM - Macy's Fourth of July Fireworks ๐Ÿ“บ

8 PM - A Capitol Fourth ๐Ÿ“บ


Local Butchers and Seafood Markets


BBQs and celebrations might be smaller this year but we can still support local butcher shops and seafood markets for holiday celebrations. 

Green Harbor Lobster Pound {Marshfield}

Hanover Lobster and Seafood {Hanover}

Hingham Lobster Pound {Hingham}

Island Creek Oysters {Duxbury}

Kinnealey Meats at the Fruit Center Marketplace {Hingham}

Lobster Express {Norwell}

Minieros Butcher Shop {Rockand}

Mullaney's Fish Market {Cohasset & Scituate}

Nautical Mile Market {Hanover}

Snug Harbor Fish Company {Duxbury}

Superior Lobster and Seafood {Marshfield}

The Lobster Barn {Abington}


4th of July Crafts


4th of July Foods






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