Carnival, fireworks coming to 4S Ranch

By Elizabeth Marie Himchak

4S Ranch residents will be spending Independence Day participating in activities that have become community traditions.

The 4S Ranch Master Association is hosting its annual carnival from 1 to 4 p.m. Friday, July 4 in Linear Park, just south of Monterey Ridge Elementary, 17117 4S Ranch Parkway.

The carnival is only open to 4S Ranch residents. There will be food, games, slides and other family activities.

Tickets are $5 per child if purchased in advance at www.4SConnect.com and $10 per child at the carnival. Adults and children under age 2 will be admitted for free.

Throughout the day, 4S Ranch residents will once again be able to swim for free in the swimming pool adjacent to the Boys & Girls Club, 16118 4S Ranch Parkway. They must show their 4S resident identification card to receive free admittance.

In the evening, everyone is welcome to watch fireworks from the Del Norte High School stadium, 16601 Nighthawk Lane. The stadium gates will open at 7 p.m. for the fireworks show that starts at 9 p.m.

Admission is free, but there is a parking fee. It is $5 per vehicle for general parking and $20 per vehicle for premium parking. Proceeds will benefit the 4S Ranch Boys & Girls Club.

No alcohol, pets or lawn chairs will be permitted in the stadium.