Four Fantastic Ways to Celebrate the Fourth of July

As Independence Day approaches, families stretching from the Southern shores of Florida to the vineyards of Washington State are preparing to celebrate a holiday that has been observed in the U.S. for nearly 250 years. From getting up early and making their way downtown to get a good spot for their city’s Main Street parade to making the drive to a nearby beach to watch fireworks displays over the ocean, there are a wide variety of time-honored ways to commemorate this age-old occasion. Whether you are at the helm of a growing family or you represent half of a happy couple of empty nesters, THIS year could be a great year to introduce a new tradition or two to the mix. Family-focused Green River Builders recommends the following four fantastic ways to celebrate the Fourth of July in 2022…

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1. Show Your Patriotic Pride

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As a luxury homebuilder, we love elegant interior design influences. It’s entirely possible to show your patriotic pride in your home décor without compromising your own exquisite taste levels. Introducing patriotic throw pillows and blankets, topping your table with traditional red and white gingham napkins and mixing in some navy and white nautical influences are just a few easy yet stylish ways. And you simply can’t go wrong with an American flag flying from your front porch, enhanced by patriotic bunting along the front railing. Think modern farmhouse chic when pulling together your décor – temporary touches that are easy to remove after the last fireworks have filled the sky. Pottery Barn, Birch Lane, Joss & Main, One King’s Lane and Perigold are all excellent brands for sourcing tasteful décor for any season. For more Fourth of July design inspiration, check out this article from Elle Décor. 

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2. Host a Good Old Fashioned Backyard BBQ

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Perhaps one of the most popular ways to commemorate the holiday is by inviting friends and family members to gather around your outdoor dining table. You can go full-on Americana with your menu – char-grilled hamburgers and hot dogs, deviled eggs, cole slaw, potato salad and a variety of chips and dips. Don’t forget the hand-churned ice cream and apple pie!! To add to the fun, create a Build-Your-Own burger or hot dog bar with virtually every topping imaginable. Design a summer-themed playlist to enhance the occasion and have lots of fun activities available to entertain your guests – like cornhole, horseshoes, limbo, sack races and more. If you live in a home by Green River Builders, chances are you have a wonderful outdoor living space that will serve as the ideal setting for your Independence Day event. End the evening with a BANG by setting off your own fireworks show.

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3. Give Back to Those Who Have Given So Much

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If you’re planning to attend someone else’s Fourth of July Backyard BBQ or you’ll be away from home during the holiday, there is still an impactful way you can celebrate the holiday each year. Make a donation to a nonprofit that aids veterans in your community. Having trouble finding one? You can always go with a reputable national charity like Tunnel to Towers Foundation, Gary Sinise Foundation or Bob Woodruff Family Foundation. At Green River Builders, we believe “neighbors helping neighbors” creates a firm foundation on which the very best communities are built. Our team is honored to give back to the communities where we live, work, play and build.

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4. Make for the Lake

If you’re considering building a luxury lakeside home with Green River Builders, one of the best ways to get a sense of “lake life” is to visit during the height of the season! Lake Oconee and Lake Keowee offer a treasure trove of ways to enjoy both the lake lifestyle AND the patriotic holiday. Both Reynolds Plantation and the Ritz-Carlton Lake Oconee traditionally host fireworks displays at night and the lake is filled with boats during the day. The same holds true for the Lake Keowee Marina. Neighboring Walhalla, SC will play host to Independence Fest 2022 – a full weekend of family fun on Main Street, featuring midway rides, free live music and specials at downtown shops. To stay up-to-date on all the Independence Day happenings, be sure to bookmark the event calendars at LakeOconeeLife.com and VisitOconeeSC.com. If your visit inspires you to make the lake life part of your daily life, be sure to visit our Luxury Lake Homes page to view available floor plans!

From all of us here at Green River Builders, we wish you and yours a Happy, Safe, Festive and FUN Fourth of July!

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