Page 12 THE EVERETT ADVOCATE – Friday, July 12, 2019 CELEBRATION | FROM PAGE 1 Although the event requires an immense amount of preparation, Barrett said, the smiles on children’s faces make it all worthwhile. “Once it’s all up and running, that’s what I enjoy,” he said. Ward 1 Councillor Fred Capone said he was “very happy to see so many residents enjoying themselves.” “It was a well-attended event; events like this allow each of us to take a small break from our everyday activities to catch up with friends and neighbors,” he said. Ward 3 Councillor Anthony DiPierro said there had been a proposal to cut funding for the event by $67,500 earlier this year. “I’m pleased to have stood with several of my colleagues while voting against the proposed slashing of the City’s Celebration account during budget season,” he said. “You can’t put a price tag on community pride; it was great to see residents come together and celebrate Independence Day in such large numbers. I thank the administration for putting together a great event year after year as well as the dozens of city employees that made it possible.” Marjorie Beckwith joined State Rep. Joseph McGonagle at Everett’s Independence Day. John, Brendan, Jack and Allyson Miara enjoyed watching the fireworks with Camila Lones. Gabriella Almeida jumped for joy during the fireworks at Glendale Park. Jean Germain wore a dinosaur hat at the Independence Day event. Nicolas and Nadelcia Blanchard looked up at the fireworks in the sky. Gabriella Almeida enjoyed a pony ride at Glendale Park. Jisiaiah Rivera played cornhole at Glendale Park on Sunday. Carlos Lemus showed off his freshly painted face at Everett’s Independence Day. Families enjoyed a train ride outside of Everett High School. (Advocate Photos by Katy Rogers) Danyka Keene enjoyed dancing to live music at Glendale Park. Buddy filled a cannoli at the pastry stand.
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