Community Orchestra Performance- Tuesday, July 2nd 2019 ( 7:30PM ) Raymond R. Wells Paramus Rotary Band Shell 116 East Century Road, behind Paramus Public Library. Raindate: Thursday, July 11th 2019 Sponsored by the Paramus Public Library, Friends of the Paramus Public Library & the Paramus Rotary.
Independence Day Parade- Thursday July 4th 2019 ( 9:00AM ) Sponsored by Columbia Bank
Frank “Dutch” Cleenput Annual July 4th Softball Game- Saturday, July 6th 2019 (6:00pm)
Fireworks Show- Sunday, July 7th 2019 ( Gates Open to the Public at 6:00pm ) Sponsored by Westfield Garden State Plaza
Ace Adrian C. Antonio- Chairman
Michelle Limbacher- Vice Chairwoman
Nicole Collis- Parade Coordinator
Abelardo Cartagena Jr.- Treasurer / Operations Coordinator
Richard Limbacher- Fireworks Entertainment Coordinator / Master of Ceremonies
Lisa Retcho-Corrado- Softball Game / Events Contest Coordinator
Pat Philips- Vehicle Coordinator
Joseph Valentino Jr.- Operations Coordinator
Sebatian Pachon-Mahecha- Social Media Coordinator
Jim Philips- Utilities Coordinator
Jim Loaiza- Operations Coordinator
Maria Cox- Parade Entertainment Coordinator
CJ Macaayan- Teen Volunteer Coordinator
Brenda Picone- Food Vendor Coordinator
Natalie Steele- Sponsorship Coordinator
Independence Day Parade Sponsored by Columbia Bank
Kicking off with the traditional ribbon cutting ceremony at the intersection of Century Road and Farview Avenue heading north on Farview Avenue ending at Memorial Elementary School.
Welcome Address: Mayor Richard A. LaBarbiera
Food Donations: Will be collected by the Paramus Sunrise Rotary to support the Paramus Food Pantry. For details contact the Paramus Sunrise Rotary.
4th Of July Fireworks Show Sponsored by Westfield, Garden State Plaza
At the Cliff Gennarelli Sports-Plex next to Westfield Garden State Plaza. Bring the whole family along with a blankets, chairs, and toys! Featured live entertainment by various musical artists, KTU DJs, and the Paramus School Orchestra.
ADMISSION IS FREE!! Food trucks for snacks and beverages available for purchase.
Welcome Address: Mayor Richard A. LaBarbiera
Master Of Ceremonies: Richard Limbacher Jr.
To ensure the highest level of safety and security, alcohol, glass containers, littering, commercial solicitation and outside vendors are strictly prohibited at the event. All patrons will be subject to screening prior to entering the Sports-Plex. All bags will be inspected prior to entering the Sports-Plex. Patrons who refuse to be screened or have their bags inspected will be denied entry.
Paramus children residents create works of art focusing on each year’s theme to be judged by the Paramus 4th Of July Committee. The children who create the best pieces that best encompass our theme or represent Paramus are then crowned the Mr. & Ms. 4th Of July winners. All students attending any Paramus schools in grades k-4th can participate in our Mr & Ms. 4th Of July Contest!
All entries must relate to this year’s theme (Small Town, Big Hearts… This Is ParamUS) and submitted by June 10th to either The Reid Branch Library at 239 W. Midland Ave or The Paramus Main Library at 116 E. Century Road.
Entries must include students name, address, email, phone number, school, & grade.
More Details to Follow
Frank “Dutch” Cleenput Annual 4th Of July Softball Game
Each year, the Paramus Fire Department and the Paramus Police Department compete in an exciting yet friendly Softball Game at the Cliff Gennarelli Sports-Plex.
Food Vendors for 4th Of July Fireworks Show
The committee has CLOSED the Food Vendor Application Process. We have selected our food vendors at the Fireworks Show this year.
For further clarification or any questions, please feel free to contact Brenda Picone, Food Vendor Coordinator bandgcateringllc@gmail.com
ANY UNAUTHORIZED FOOD VENDORS OR OTHER VENDORS ARE NOT PERMITTED AT THE EVENT WITHOUT THE CONSENT AND APPROVAL BY THE 4TH OF JULY COMMITTEE. NOT COMPLYING WITH THESE TERMS WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE REMOVAL, AND REVOCATION OF ANY BOROUGH LICENSE.
Located at The Paramus Bandshell: Date TBT
Paramus Community Orchestra celebrates America's birthday with a performance of classic pop and patriotic favorites. Performance will be at the Paramus Bandshell. The bandshell can be located behind the Paramus Public Library, 116 E. Century Road.
Sponsored by The Paramus Public Library & the Paramus 4th of July Committee.
The Paramus 4th Of July Committee is proud to feature location musical artists at both the Parade and Fireworks Celebrations. Performances are held throughout the events as well as The National Anthem.
Annual Featured artists include: KTU DJs, Jumping Dragons, and Antonio Valentino
KEY SPONSORS
Westfield Garden State Plaza
Columbia Bank
PLATINUM SPONSORS
The Outlets at Bergen Town Center
Paramus Park Mall
GOLD SPONSORS
Care One at the Cupola
The Valley Hospital
35 Plaza
Biagio's Ristorante & The Terrace
SILVER SPONSORS
Globe Shoes, Inc.
Shop Rite Of Paramus
Vander Plaat Memorial Home
TOWING/FLATBED PARADE SPONSORS
Bergen Brookside Towing
Belfi's Towing
Nutchies Towing
Team Paramus Collision Center
HONORABLE MENTIONS SPONSORS
Forest Cleaners
DCH Paramus Honda
General Committee Policies
All parade entries must be suitable for a family audience.
It is the responsibility of each individual organization to provide ample adult supervision for all children involved in their line-up area as well as along the entire parade route.
For the health and safety of our patrons, organizations may not distribute items of any nature at any of our events. The committee has an obligation and priority to our patrons and parade participant's safety when it comes to organizations. Examples: Political literature, candy, flags, etc. Handing out literature in our events takes away the spirit of celebrating our nation's birthday. To avoid littering in our great community, refrain from handing out literature and enjoy our celebration with your families.
Possession or consumption of alcoholic beverages is strictly prohibited in all events
All participants must keep up with the pace of the parade. Failure to keep up will result in removal.
All participants in the parade must complete the parade route.
Drivers of all vehicles in the parade must be licensed operators, parade marshals will be checking all credentials prior to the start of the parade.
Organizations/vendors are prohibited from selling items to patrons at any of our events without the permission of the committee.
Monetary donations/collections for special interest, political, and commercial groups are strictly prohibited.
Patrons, parade participants, and vendors using water guns, pellet guns, fireworks, sparklers, etc. are strictly prohibited at all events.
For security and safety purposes, all bags are subject to search at all events.
The 4th of July committee has the right to revoke an application at any time.
The Paramus 4th of July Committee and Mayor LaBarbiera is excited to officially announce our 2019 Grand Marshal in our Paramus 4th of July Celebration, one of our own Nick Suriano.
Nick Suriano, a Paramus native recently earned the deserving title, Rutgers 1st 2019 NCAA National Champion, went 4-0 to claim first career Big Ten individual title at 133 pounds, amongst other well deserved titles in this year, and continually breaking records!
We are proud to have Nick as our Grand Marshal to represent us on a national level, and excited to have him lead our Parade, based on his dedication, determination, and accomplishments that have shown the true Paramus Pride.
