Rain doesn’t dampen spirits at Fourth of July Picnic
The rain didn’t stop Brooklynites from letting their patriotism shine through this year at the eighth annual Greater Bay Ridge Fourth of July Picnic.
Approximately 600 to 700 people showed up on Independence Day at the 82nd Street Field in Shore Road Park to celebrate our nation’s 239th birthday with live music, great eats, face painting and neighborly fun despite some rainfall during the day.
“I was surprised at the number of people that came out,” said Chip Cafiero, the event coordinator. “It was more than I anticipated, a larger crowd. The people were great and everyone was in good spirits. The weather didn’t really put a damper on it.”