I’m hearing that in NYC the city has been doing brief, unannounced “surprise” fireworks displays for several weeks during the virus difficulties. To amuse, cheer up? Has anyone there seen these? And what do people there think?
I’m assuming that this is a thing and not some urban legend.
Our town cancelled their fireworks this year, but the adjacent city will have their usual show launched from the tallest building downtown so visible for several miles. Of course, being in Indiana where you can buy just about anything, most of the neighborhoods are already being lit up and bombarded with sound from the home shooters.
Meh, it’s a tradition I can do without. Yeah, they’re all sparkly and pretty for a few seconds, but between the noise, smoke pollution and expense, and the fear it instills in thousands of animals, domestic pets for sure and probably plenty of wild creatures we are unaware of, I think it’s a tradition that could go by the wayside. Adios, farewell, ciao, bye-bye. In fact, for me, this artistic rendering of them is actually better than the real thing. Good job!
momofalex7 almost 4 years ago
Unfortunately, probably not going to see much of that this year.
Charliegirl Premium Member almost 4 years ago
I like the silent ones like this.
SHIVA almost 4 years ago
I was looking for a face or a message!!!
jimmjonzz Premium Member almost 4 years ago
I’m hearing that in NYC the city has been doing brief, unannounced “surprise” fireworks displays for several weeks during the virus difficulties. To amuse, cheer up? Has anyone there seen these? And what do people there think?
I’m assuming that this is a thing and not some urban legend.
jimmjonzz Premium Member almost 4 years ago
Also, looking at the dazzled witness here… a flashback to Li’l Danny C. experiencing the awe and mystery of Fourth of July displays.
Nice, in any event.
scag almost 4 years ago
Happy Canada Day!
Khatkhattu Premium Member almost 4 years ago
Our town cancelled their fireworks this year, but the adjacent city will have their usual show launched from the tallest building downtown so visible for several miles. Of course, being in Indiana where you can buy just about anything, most of the neighborhoods are already being lit up and bombarded with sound from the home shooters.
StratmanRon almost 4 years ago
Happy Canada Day to all my Candian friends!
anomalous4 almost 4 years ago
OOOO CANADA!
vics_machine Premium Member almost 4 years ago
Happy Canada Day!
…pssst, Canada…please let me in…
NaturLvr almost 4 years ago
Meh, it’s a tradition I can do without. Yeah, they’re all sparkly and pretty for a few seconds, but between the noise, smoke pollution and expense, and the fear it instills in thousands of animals, domestic pets for sure and probably plenty of wild creatures we are unaware of, I think it’s a tradition that could go by the wayside. Adios, farewell, ciao, bye-bye. In fact, for me, this artistic rendering of them is actually better than the real thing. Good job!
RevDEC almost 4 years ago
Happy Birthday, Canada!
gammaguy almost 4 years ago
Fireworks? Meh!
A friend of mine is scheduled to give birth on July 4. Now that is something I’ll celebrate!
Teto85 Premium Member almost 4 years ago
Happy Canada Day from some expats living on Vancouver Island!
djorgens almost 4 years ago
Thanks for the Canada Day fireworks, Dan; I appreciate it.
Sailor46 USN 65-95 almost 4 years ago
Life is a lot like fireworks, you can close your eyes and be scared or you can open them and enjoy the show.
Widdershins almost 4 years ago
Happy Canada Day!!! :D