Have a fun and safe weekend as we celebrate Independence Day on Saturday, July 4. Here are a few activities happening in the area this weekend:

• Fireworks – Fireworks Spectacular over Sarasota Bay – Saturday, July 4 @ dusk. Viewing is free from anywhere downtown including Bayfront Park and Island Park. For more information, visit: http://www.escape-to-sarasota.com/sarasota-fourth-of-july.html
• BBQ & Celebration – All-American Barbecue and Independence Day Celebration –Saturday, July 4 @ 6:00 p.m. – Selby Gardens. $30 members, $35 non-member, 11 and under are free. 900 S. Palm Ave., Sarasota. For more information, visit: http://selby.org/event/all-american-barbecue/
• Fireworks – 25th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Display and Party –Saturday, July 4 @ 9 p.m. Siesta Key. For more information, call (941) 349-3800, or visit: http://www.escape-to-sarasota.com/sarasota-fourth-of-july.html
• Fireworks – Venice –Saturday, July 4 @ dusk. For more information, visit: http://www.escape-to-sarasota.com/sarasota-fourth-of-july.html
• Fireworks – Bradenton Marauders postgame fireworks show –Friday, July 3. Game begins at 6:00 p.m. For more information, visit: http://www.milb.com/index.jsp?sid=t3390
• Parade – Longboat Key Freedom Fest Parade – Saturday, July 4 @ 9:00 a.m. Town Hall, 501 Bay Isles Rd. For more information, call (941) 383-2466 or visit: http://www.escape-to-sarasota.com/sarasota-fourth-of-july.html

Are you hosting your own 4th of July party this year? Let Beneva help you with all of your holiday flowers and decorations. If you are attending a party or gathering, we also have a wide selection of plants, gifts and fresh floral designs that make lovely gifts for the host. Give us a call today or visit the 4th of July section of our website to see our selection.