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Ever since that day when the Declaration of Independence was adopted by the Continental Congress as an official way to declare the independence of the United States from Britain on July 4, 1776, Americans have been celebrating this day of independence with barbeques, parades, festivals and picnics. Nearly every city in the states has a celebration of some sort, whether it be a small Main St. parade or full-blown fireworks spectacle. If you’ll be on a Bluegreen vacation in Hershey, Pennsylvania during this day of celebration, you will have plenty to do as well.

Hershey Gardens
Each year, the Star Spangled Picnic is held along thousands of blooming, beautiful flowers. The Star Spangled Picinic includes private access to the Gardens, family entertainment (shows, crafts, etc.) and a catered picnic. An impressive fireworks event takes place at the end of the evening. Tickets to this event are limited, as the park is closed to the public after 5 on the 4^th, so order your tickets while you're planning your Bluegreen vacation to ensure a spot.

The Hershey Story Museum
From July1 -4, The Hershey Story will host 4^th of July Chocolate Lab Classes, by far the sweetest way to celebrate. The Yankee Doodle Chocolate Bars Chocolate Lab Classes will be held several times throughout the days it runs. Kids will learn to mold a milk chocolate bar, top it off with white chocolate and splashes of red, white and blue, star-shaped candy sprinkles! Students of the art of chocolate molding and decorating will also learn about cocoa beans - where they are grown and how they become delectable treats. If the kiddies have sweet teeth, this is the place to get them in the spirit. The museum also hosts other family-fun-filled events, such as S'mores Galore Chocolate Lab Classes and the Maya Chocolate Adventure, which debuts July 2. This adventure will send kids through a series of stations to discover the connection between chocolate and the ancient Mayan culture and, of course, win tasty prizes.

The World's Largest Le Vian Chocolate Diamonds® Event
This event is for the ladies, mainly, as it is a once-in-a-lifetime chance to shop more than 1,000 Le Vian Chocolate Diamond pieces. From July 2-5, stroll through the store that is frosted in chocolate diamonds and choose from a classic piece you will cherish forever or a new design that will impress your friends and family. This collection will only be at The Jeweler at The Hotel Hershey for a limited time, so if you want to see some very rare diamonds, head over during your Bluegreen vacation.

Hershey Symphony Orchestra
The well-respected and beautifully entertaining Hershey Symphony Orchestra will host a Fourth of July Celebration at 7 p.m. on the front lawn of the Hershey Medical Center. This annual event is free to the public and offers a spot to see some great fireworks put on by the city. Pack up the kids, bring your lawn chairs and blankets and enjoy the patriotic tunes put on by the Orchestra as you watch the colors burst through the air.

Whatever it is you chose to do during your Bluegreen vacation to Hershey over the Fourth, you will have a good time, thanks to the fun city and great weather. Bluegreen’s resort, The Suites at Hershey will have an event or two going on as well to celebrate Independence Day. We here at Bluegreen hope you have a great time on the Fourth, and hope you spend it with us!

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