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Fourth of July is already here?! Seriously, where has this summer gone?

If you find yourself scrambling for recipes, party ideas, and games, look no further. I took the liberty (pun intended) of searching the web for great ideas so you don't have to:

• Make a patriotic soundtrack. Here's a list of very American songs.
• July 4th games and activities to keep the kids entertained.
• Real Simple has a list of red-white-and-blue cocktail recipes.
• Cookie gives tips on preparing for your Fourth of July celebration.
• Patriotic dessert roundup from Martha Stewart. All delicious.
• Spinners, novelties, snakes? Learn what each different type of firework does.

Happy Fourth of July everyone!!