Many years ago, when I was in high school and college, I thought I might make a life in the theater. That did not happen, but it had a profound impact on my life. One of the greatest things I gained from it was my appreciation for the arts. I have walked past the theater complex for Columbus State University several times, but haven’t attended a show there. Maybe one day I will have to change that.
I took the family for a drive through the Holiday Lights at Veterans Park. The drive through was pretty nice and the displays were pretty good. This was one of my favorite.
A couple years ago I had the pleasure of being in Panama City Beach over the July 4th holidays. I was able to catch a couple firework displays. One at Pier Park beach and then one at the Grand Lagoon. I was able to get a good place on the public dock at the end of Dolphin Drive. Don’t forget to check out some of the other Fireworks I’ve captured over the years.
Walking around Savannah at night is one of my favorite things to do. Not only is it full of excitement (not getting mugged), but the sights are pretty cool. This is the Anchor Monument along River Street. It is a tribute to all the Sailors that have lost their lives.
I try hard to find new places to go for July 4th. Last summer, I found myself in Florida at the Pier in front of Pier Park in Panama City Beach. I thought it was a pretty cool experience. There was a huge crowd, but it did not look that big since everyone was spread out on the beach.
I had a couple hours to burn in downtown Rome Georgia. I ran across this fountain in the side of one of the buildings. The lights were just right to get a good view of the relief carved into the wall behind the fountain.
I spent a little bit of time walking around the St. Andrews Marina in Florida and was fascinated by the Governor Stone. It is hard to believe something built in 1877 is still operational and sea worthy today.
Every July 4 in the US requires red, white, and blue fireworks. This display was in Woodstock. While it was not the most comfortable, the rain cleared out just in time and it wasn’t too bad getting to sit in the back of the van and watch.
Having someone with local knowledge is tons of fun. Especially in a city like Savannah. There were so many stories that I could not remember them all. At least I got the location right for this one. I think my guide said something about this place being haunted, but I remember that about all the places we went.
