AEE 143: How to NOT be Alone on Independence Day in the US

Published: July 3, 2014, 5 a.m.

b'Tomorrow is the Fourth of July! Yay!\\nToday you\\u2019ll learn how to respond to a typical Fourth of July invitation and you\\u2019ll find out what most Americans usually do on the Fourth of July.\\nWhat is special about July 4, 1776?\\nIt was the day that we signed the Declaration of Independence to become independent from Great Britain.\\n\\xa0\\nWhat do Americans usually do?\\n\\nBarbecues: It\\u2019s common to have a barbecue all summer but especially on the 4th of July.\\n\\nThe beach: Even in Boston we have beaches.\\n\\nFireworks: Every US city has fireworks. Find out where they\\u2019re showing them and invite your friends. Bring a blanket and choose a specific meeting place to meet up with your friends.\\n\\nGo to a parade: This usually happens during the day\\n\\nSpecial menus or events at restaurants or bars\\n\\nCamping and hiking: It\\u2019s a great opportunity to take a 3-day weekend this year because the Fourth of July is on a Friday.\\n\\n\\xa0\\nCome back to our site for more information\\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices'