ANAHEIM, CA - (July 2, 2012) - Celebrating Independence Day in Anaheim has something for every member of the family … including Fido!

The entire community is invited to the 24th annual Fourth of July event which will feature the “Firecracker” 5/10K Run and 2K Walk, food and entertainment, a dog show, a colorful parade, and conclude with a sky-filled evening fireworks show.

5:30 - 10:00 a.m.	"Firecracker" 5/10K Run, 2K Walk and Product/Health Fair at Canyon High School. To register, please visit http://www.racewire.com/anaheim/
8:00 - 10:30 a.m.	Pancake Breakfast at Canyon High School Cafeteria
10:00 a.m.	Yankee Doodle Dog Show at Canyon High School
12:30 – 8:45 p.m.	Food Booths at Peralta Park
3:00 p.m.	Fourth of July Parade, starts at Canyon High School
3:00 – 8:50 p.m.	Entertainment at Peralta Park
9:00 p.m.	Fireworks Show at Peralta Park

The events are sponsored by the City of Anaheim, Canyon Hills Community Council and the Anaheim Chamber of Commerce. For more information please visit www.chccanaheim.com

Media Contact: Ruth Ruiz 714.765.5060more city news

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