July 4th Events

Below is a link to a comprehensive list of official firework displays, parades, music, picnics and other events planned for Independence Day 2013 celebrations.

http://www.nj.com/news/index.ssf/2013/06/july_4_fireworks_2013_nj.html#incart_m-rpt-1

The sale, exposure for sale, use, distribution or possession of fireworks or pyrotechnic in the state of N.J., except as provided by law, is declared to be against the public health, safety and welfare of the people of the state of N.J.

http://lwd.dol.state.nj.us/labor/lsse/laws/Fireworks_Act_Sale.html .

Every year, children and adults are burned or permanently maimed by the illegal use of fireworks.
Please, don't endanger yourself, children or friends.  Don't put yourself at risk for a criminal charge.
Don't be stupid!  Go to an official event and have a great time.

Office of the Attorney General
Consumer alert
Fireworks illegal without valid permit
http://nj.gov/oag/newsreleases13/pr20130627a.html

Watch a video and read some facts and figures about deaths, injuries, fires and property damage caused by the use of fireworks by civilians.
http://ht.ly/mAeE8