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The fireworks

Never mind those small-town memories. The big town has the big show. As far as we're concerned, Macy's fireworks rank right up there with New Year's Eve and Christmas morning. Here's where to catch them.

Fireworks, tableside

Fireworks are one thing. But fireworks, seen from a comfy perch at a restaurant table with a meal in front of you and a glass of something cold in your hand -- now, you're talking. Here's where to celebrate the Fourth.

Drinks for a glorious Fourth

We drink Guinness on St. Patrick's Day and Corona on Cinco de Mayo. What about the Fourth of July? Here are some spirited ways to celebrate our independence.

We love a parade ...

We love a parade. We love lion dances and dragon dances and plenty of floats, and that's why we'll be in Chinatown on the second of July.

All you can eat

Which would you rather gorge on -- pasta, pie, or hot dogs?

Five hot places for cool drinks

You say you'd as soon stay away from the East River madness, but you still want a place to celebrate? There are plenty of places for a festive get-together this weekend, but here are some of our favorites.

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