CITY’S ANNUAL FIREWORKS DISPLAY AT THE MARINA

The City of Richmond will host its annual “Third of July Fireworks Display” on Saturday, July 3, 2004, 9:00pm, along the Richmond Marina. Attendees should arrive early for the best spots, and bring a blanket. For additional information, telephone the Recreation and Parks Department at (510) 620-6950.

SPECTACULAR FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION ABOARD THE SS RED OAK VICTORY

Enjoy the Fourth of July fireworks and barbeque aboard the SS Red Oak Victory on Sunday, July 4, 2004, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. Reservations are required for shop boarding purposes. The cost is only $20 per person. All proceeds will benefit the SS Red Oak Victory Restoration Project for the Richmond Museum of History. For additional information call (510) 222-9200.

MUSIC ON THE MAIN

In celebration of our warm summer months, the Richmond Main Street Initiative presents “Music on the Main.” On Thursday, July 8, at 5 p.m., Macdonald Avenue at 12th Street, the public is invited to come out to enjoy the sounds of jazz, R&B, and gospel. On Saturday, August 21, noon, at Macdonald and Harbour Way, it’s Carnival! There will be music and dancing. Mark your calendars . . . you don’t want to miss either of these free events. For more information call (510) 236-4050.

POINT RICHMOND MUSIC FESTIVAL 2004

Can’t get enough music? The Point Richmond Music Festival 2004 will not disappoint you. This year’s summer concert dates are:

· Friday, July 9, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.;

· Saturday, August 14, noon to 7:30 p.m. (all day arts and music);

· Friday, September 10, 5 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and

· Friday, September 24, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

All concerts will be held right behind the Baltic Restaurant on Park Place. For more information, call (510) 236-1401 or visit the website at

www.pointrichmond.com/prmusic.

For weekly updates on other City activities, including times and places of City Council and committee meetings, check the weekly Greensheet at http://www.ci.richmond.ca.us/cityclerk/greensheetpage.htm.