Area cities plan patriotic events

If you are looking for some family fun on the Fourth of July, there are plenty of patriotic festivities planned in Northeast Tarrant cities.

In Trophy Club, the fun starts July 2 with the Stars & Stripes celebration when residents and visitors will witness a display of nearly 40,000 American flags planted as they travel throughout the town.

A large part of the program features residents working together to line the streets with flags in a united sign of patriotism.

"Trophy Club has become a truly iconic community known for embracing patriotism," said Assistant Town Manager and Chief Finanical Officer Steven Glickman.

Route captains will organize teams to plant the flags 12 feet apart along the main streets in the town. These include Trophy Club Woods, Trophy Club Drive, Trophy Club Lakes, Indian Creek, Bobcat and Park View.

Each captain is responsible for 300-400 flags in their section and the flags will be displayed through July 5. There is a call to action for the project and volunteers are needed. Contact Jeannette Tiffany at jbtiffany@att.net or Michelle Reed at michellereed73@yahoo.com.

On July 4, the day will start with the annual Patriot 5K and Fun Run. Runners should arrive by 7 a.m., and the run begins at 7:15 a.m. Pre-registration is $20 and on-site registration from 6-6:45 a.m. is $25. Each pre-registrant gets a free T-shirt.

Breakfast will be served to all participants and spectators by Bara non-denomination church.

The Parade of Patriots, which this year honors all military veterans, starts at 9:30 a.m. at Byron Nelson High School.

Residents are encouraged to set up blankets and chairs along the parade route. Patriotic beads and American flags will be passed out 15 minutes prior to the start of the parade to all parade bystanders.

Those wishing to enter a float can do so for free. Parade floats will be judged for Best HOA or Neighborhood, Most Patriotic, Spirit of Trophy Club, Best Dressed Golf Cart, and Best Dressed Pet.

The day will end with the annual Celebration & Fireworks from 6-10 p.m. at Independence Park East. The event features a party with live music from Limelight, bounce houses, kids activities, good, free swimming and of course, fireworks.

"The July Fourth events last all day and offer something for everyone," said Glickman. "Trophy Club residents and guests from all over come together to commemorate our freedom and proud country."

Roanoke and Southlake celebrations July 3

Roanoke’s 3rd Rocks — Annual Independence Day Celebration kicks off at 6 p.m. at Roanoke Community Park.

Fun activities for children include bounce houses, a rock-climbing wall and train rides. Hot dogs or abarbecue sandwich plus chips and a drink can be purchased for $4 (cash only)

Musical performance by Professor D starts at 7:30 p.m. 201 Park Drive and fireworks will rounded out the celebration. Go to www.roanoketexas.com for more information.

Also on July 3, Southlake will host Stars & Stripes at Southlake Town Square from 6 to 10 p.m. the festivities include live music, food trucks and interactive game booths, plus a Southlake MasterWorks double concert with performances by the Key West Band and Limelight.

There will be a patriotic ceremony at 8 p.m. followed by a fireworks display is 9:30 p.m. at Southlake Town Square, 1256 Main St., Southlake.

Parking and shuttle service will be provided at White’s Chapel United Methodist Church, 185 S. White Chapel Blvd.

Red, White & Sousa

On June 26, the songs of America will come to life 100-voices strong when Colleyville presents Red, White & Sousa.

Gates open at 6:30 p.m. with gourmet food trucks will start serving at that time.

The free patriotic concert starts at 8 p.m. at the Colleyville Center at 5301 Riverwalk Dr.

The internationally acclaimed A cappella men’s choral group, The Vocal Majority, returns to Colleyville to showcase the singing and showmanship that has garnered 12 international gold medals and fans worldwide.

The concert program celebrates America’s Independence Day with patriotic favorites, such as the “Armed Forces Medley,” “John Phillip Sousa’s Stars & Stripes Forever,” “God Bless America,” “America the Beautiful” and “God Bless the U.S.A.”

The group’s diverse musical repertoire also will be on display with songs from Broadway productions and Hollywood movies, as well as the love songs, pop tunes and inspirational medleys.

Red, White & Sousa is free. Attendees may bring lawn chairs and blankets. Free parking is available at Town Center and Lifetime Fitness. For more information, call 817-503-1161.

Fireworks Extravaganza at Lake Grapevine

Beginning at 9:30 p.m. on July 4, spectators can find a spot near Lake Grapevine for the 33rd Annual July 4th Fireworks Extravaganza.

The fireworks show is set to patriotic music.

Due to increased water levels at Lake Grapevine, lake parks are closed and will not be available for viewing the show.

Call 817-410-3185 or visit www.grapevinetexasusa.com for more information.

This story was originally published June 24, 2015 at 12:30 PM with the headline "Area cities plan patriotic events."