COLD SPRING — Celebrate all things American at Historic Cold Spring Village’s annual “Independence Day Celebration”, Sat., July 3, and Sun., July 4, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
A variety of patriotic family activities and programs, including a vintage baseball game on Saturday, will be taking place and the village’s restored historic buildings will be open, featuring demonstrations of Early American trades and crafts. Brigantine VFW sponsors this event.
Fun, family-friendly events are planned for both days. At noon on Saturday, a vintage baseball game will be played, featuring the Flemington Neshanock vs. the Elkton Eclipse. The game will be played with authentic replica equipment and uniforms-and no gloves.
Official 1873 baseball rules used by the National Association of Professional Baseball Players will be applied. A pre-game discussion to familiarize spectators with vintage methods will be conducted by team captains with a question and answer period.
The nine-inning game will begin after a recitation of “Casey at the Bat” by Bradley Shaw. Village admission is required to attend the baseball game.
On Sun., July 4, there will be patriotic programs held throughout the day at the Village Gazebo. The story of Old Glory will be presented on history and tales of the American Flag along with speeches and historical readings. HCSV Education Director will also give a presentation on Richard Somers and his contributions to the region and nation.
At 2 p.m, the John Walter Cape Community Band will perform American heritage tunes. The Country Store will be open throughout the weekend, featuring specialty items and handmade wares.
Historic Cold Spring Village is located on Route 9, three miles north of Victorian Cape May and a mile and a half west of the southern terminus of the Garden State Parkway. Admission during the season is $8 for adults, $7 for seniors (62 and over) and $6 for children ages 3 to 12. Children under 3 are admitted free. For more information call 609-898-2300, ext. 10.
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