There won’t be a parade this Fourth of July but Breakwaters Bar and Grill owner Whitney McElroy is planning a socially distanced outdoor party complete with fireworks.
“It’s just sad. People have nowhere to go,” McElroy said. “I think everyone deserves it.”
McElroy said he had been given the green light for the event by county health authorities if he limited capacity, promoted masks and social distancing, and held the event outdoors.
“It will all be outside in the field,” he said. “There will be an outdoor barbecue and live music. With the border closed, we aren’t going to get a big crowd.”
Elvis impersonator Jeffrey Elvis has confirmed he will perform, McElroy said, and other bands were being approached. The event is scheduled to get underway at 5 p.m.
With funds left over from last year’s fireworks display and some help from donors, McElroy said they would be able to host a smaller fireworks display, scheduled to get underway at 10 p.m. To donate to the fireworks through the non-profit “Point Roberts Community Growth Society,” contact McElroy at 360/603-6484. Kiniski’s Reef Tavern will also be open on the Fourth from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saltwater Cafe from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
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