Published on June 23, 2014

Mayor Janice S. Mironov and Council Members invite all area residents to Etra Lake Park on Thursday, July 3 for the East Windsor Township Independence Day Celebration. The rain date is Saturday, July 5.

The Independence Day celebration free entertainment begins at 6 P.M. with Jerry Rife’s Rhythm Kings Dixieland Jazz Band, a 6-piece band from the Delaware Valley area, best known for its traditional jazz sound. They will be followed at 7:30 P.M. by the Trenton Brass Quintet Plus One, a 6-piece ensemble from Central Jersey performing Americana and a variety of popular melodies.

The spectacular fireworks display will commence immediately following the musical presentations, at approximately 9:30 P.M.

Mayor Mironov stated that, “Our nation’s Independence Day is a great occasion for our residents to join together in celebration and in recognition of our blessings of liberty and freedom.” She urged everyone to, “bring your blankets and chairs, and use the barbecue grills for a night of free fun at beautiful Etra Lake Park.” There will also be vendors present for purchase of refreshments. This free event is made possible through the generous contributions of many area businesses.

Mayor Mironov announced the summer program of events at Etra Lake Park will continue on Sunday July 20 at 6:00 P.M., with “Neil and the Diamonds”. Neil and the Diamonds, an eight-musician band, will perform tributes to all of the most popular Neil Diamond songs; “Kentucky Woman:, “Cracklin Rosie”, “Sweet Caroline”, “America, Love on the Rocks”, and “September Morn”, and many more.

“The Mahoney Brothers”, will perform in concert on Sunday, August 3 at 6 P.M. The Mahoney Brothers versatile show creates an evening of unforgettable, nostalgic entertainment with meticulous staging and high tech visuals. Their “Jukebox Heroes” show will chronicle musical legends such as The Beach Boys, Neil Diamond, Jerry Lee Lewis, Willie Nelson, Elvis, The Beatles and many more.

On Sunday, August 10 at 6 P.M. a concert will feature “The Cameos”. This talented oldies group create and perform their own unique renditions of the most popular songs of the 50’s & 60’s with a little of the 70’s for good measure. They blend together a special mix of smooth vocal harmonies with captivating musical energy to bring a modern and sophisticated feel to the fabulous music of years gone by.

On August 16, a “Family Night in the Park”, will feature a large-screen viewing of “The Lego Movie”. The evening will begin at 7 P.M. with free inflatable rides, games, and vendors. For information in the event of inclement weather for any of these events, call (609) 443-4000, ext. 400.

East Windsor Township thanks the following community businesses whose generous contributions have underwritten and made this summer entertainment possible: Platinum Supporters – TandM Associates, Comcast, First Choice Bank and Hamilton Honda; Silver Supporters – Conair Corporation, Shiseido, Delaware Valley OBGYN, Remington, Vernick, Arango Engineers, TJ Maxx and Windsor Nissan; Bronze Supporters – John Mayorek, and Holiday Inn and Days Inn of East Windsor. Sponsors – Personal Paperwork Solutions, Art & Frame Express, Steven Harris, DDS, Moes Southwest Grill, Windsor Green Cleaners, Saker Shop Rites, Inc., Corner Copia, Corner of Chaos, Pak Mail, Hampton Inn of East Windsor, Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa, and Sushi King.