It seems like the smoke from our Fourth of July fireworks just cleared, but if you look at the calendar you see it’s almost time for the kids to go back to school. In most places, the kids have less than thirty days of summer vacay left. And if you’ve been to the big box stores lately you know the shelves are lined with all sorts of school supplies, which means it’s time for parents to get ready to spend a big wad of money on school supplies, back to school clothes, sports fees, lunch accounts, and all the other extra-curricular expenses that have somehow become part of the required regimen for kids.

Happy Fourth of July! This week, we celebrate our country with barbecues, fireworks, and time spent with family and friends. It's always a fun holiday, but it can be tricky to come up with ideas for patriotic activities.

That's why we've put together this list of fun things to do on the Fourth of July! From watching fireworks to playing games, there is something for everyone in this roundup. We hope you have a happy and safe Fourth of July.