250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence

  Reading of the Declaration of Independence, 9 am at SuperRoasted, 73 Depot Street, Proctorsville: Two hundred and fifty years ago, many colonists learned about the Declaration of Independence by hearing it read at their local coffee houses. One of the earliest readings took place at the Merchant Coffee House in Philadelphia. People of all socio-economic statuses went to these houses for their favorite beverage, food and most importantly, the news of the day. The seeds of Revolution were planted in the coffee houses of the day.

The Cavendish Historical Society (CHS), in conjunction with Super Roasted, located at 73 Depot Street-the coffee house in Proctorsville, will be re-enacting how many would have first heard about the Declaration. A special reading will take place at 9 am on July 4th at SuperRoasted. A great way to kick off the nation’s 250th birthday.

Ludlow Parade 10 am, Fireworks @ dusk.

Check the VT Journal’s list of activities planned for July 4th.