BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//ChamberMaster//Event Calendar 2.0//EN METHOD:PUBLISH X-PUBLISHED-TTL:P3D REFRESH-INTERVAL:P3D CALSCALE:GREGORIAN BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART:20200705T020000Z DTEND:20200705T023000Z X-MICROSOFT-CDO-ALLDAYEVENT:FALSE SUMMARY:Vulcan Park: Thunder on the Mountain Fireworks Show DESCRIPTION:Vulcan Park & Museum will once again ignite the sky atop Red Mountain with its traditional fireworks show\, Thunder on the Mountain 2020\, presented by Medical Properties Trust and Hibbett Sports.\n\n \n\nFor decades\, Fourth of July celebrations in the greater Birmingham area have culminated with friends and families gathered to watch fireworks\, hear great music and celebrate the nation's independence.\n\n \n\nAs one of the state's largest celebrations\, it was imperative to assess the current conditions to ensure public safety for viewers of the show. Because the fireworks can be seen from miles around\, viewers will be able to maintain safe distances from others\, and those who are uncomfortable leaving home may watch the live broadcast on WBRC Fox 6 News.\n\n \n\nIt is a difficult time when many are hurting\, Vulcan stands as a representation of each of us\, inspiring us to respect our uniqueness as individuals and our strength as a unified community. \n\n \n\nJason Eppenger\, chair of the Vulcan Park Foundation Board of Directors believes that uncertain times provide the opportunity to persevere and reflect on the important things family\, community\, and freedom.\n\n \n\n"We have faced many adversities this year and invite all to join Vulcan\, the longstanding symbol of our community\, to celebrate our resilience\, potential and pride." Eppenger said. "There is no better way to recognize the individuals who have put themselves at risk\, not only for our liberties\, but also for our health and safety during the pandemic."\n\n \n\nOn July 4 at 9 p.m.\, the Magic City and surrounding areas are invited to view the show\, while maintaining social distancing\, from any vantage point where Vulcan and the skies above him can be seen without obstruction. At home viewers should tune in to WBRC Fox 6. This year's show is dedicated in honor of those who have fought for our country's independence and for essential workers who have worked to keep us safe and healthy.\n\n \n\nWith media partners\, iHeart Media and LaJefa\, spectators can listen to the soundtrack exclusively on Magic 96.5\, 102.5 The Bull\, 103.1 The Vulcan\, 103.7 The Q\, 104.1 The Beat\, Birmingham's ALT 991\, B106.5\, 105 Hallelujah FM\, \, News Radio 960 WERC\, News Radio 105.5 WERC and also on La Jefa 98.3. WBRC Fox 6 will preempt the 9:00 news with a live broadcast of the show. \n\n \n\nIn the weeks leading up to the show\, Vulcan Park & Museum has worked with a committee to create a unique score featuring a wide variety of artists such as Beyonc \, Chicago\, Lionel Richie\, Imagine Dragons and Kenney Chesney\; then teamed up with Pyro Shows of Alabama who has expertly timed and choreographed the 20 minute\, colorful firework display. \n\nThere will also be a photo contest for all to submit via Vulcan Park's webpage. There will be three winners who will receive a prize pack. Be sure to check out visivulcan.com for more details. \n\nThunder on the Mountain 2020 is organized by Vulcan Park & Museum and presented by Medical Properties Trust and Hibbett Sports with additional support from the Greater Birmingham Convention & Visitors Bureau\, City of Homewood\, Protective Life Corp.\, Pyro Shows of Alabama\, Bryson and Courtney Stephens Family\, BLOX LLC\, Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED\, Porter White & Company\, ServisFirst Bank\, SPM Property Management\, Renewal by Andersen Windows and Doors\, LaJefa\, iHeart Media Birmingham including Magic 96.5\, News Radio 105.5\, WERC\, 103.7 The Q and 102.5 The Bull\; and WBRC Fox 6 News. Also special thanks to the host of caring individual contributors.\n\n-30-\n\nAbout Vulcan Park and Museum\n\nVulcan Park Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization which operates Vulcan Park and Museum on behalf of the City of Birmingham. Vulcan Park and Museum's mission is to preserve and promote Vulcan as the symbol for the Birmingham region\, advance knowledge and understanding of Birmingham's history and culture\, and to encourage exploration of the region. X-ALT-DESC;FMTTYPE=text/html:
\nVulcan Park &\; Museum will once again ignite the sky atop Red Mountain with its traditional fireworks show\, Thunder on the Mountain 2020\, presented by Medical Properties Trust and Hibbett Sports.
\n \;
\nFor decades\, Fourth of July celebrations in the greater Birmingham area have culminated with friends and families gathered to watch fireworks\, hear great music and celebrate the nation&rsquo\;s independence.
\n \;
\nAs one of the state&rsquo\;s largest celebrations\, it was imperative to assess the current conditions to ensure public safety for viewers of the show. Because the fireworks can be seen from miles around\, viewers will be able to maintain safe distances from others\, and those who are uncomfortable leaving home may watch the live broadcast on WBRC Fox 6 News.
\n \;
\nIt is a difficult time when many are hurting\, Vulcan stands as a representation of each of us\, inspiring us to respect our uniqueness as individuals and our strength as a unified community. \;
\n \;
\nJason Eppenger\, chair of the Vulcan Park Foundation Board of Directors believes that uncertain times provide the opportunity to persevere and reflect on the important things &ndash\; family\, community\, and freedom.
\n \;
\n&ldquo\;We have faced many adversities this year and invite all to join Vulcan\, the longstanding symbol of our community\, to celebrate our resilience\, potential and pride.&rdquo\; Eppenger said.  \;&ldquo\;There is no better way to recognize the individuals who have put themselves at risk\, not only for our liberties\, but also for our health and safety during the pandemic.&rdquo\;
\n \;
\nOn July 4 at 9 p.m.\, the Magic City and surrounding areas are invited to view the show\, while maintaining social distancing\, from any vantage point where Vulcan and the skies above him can be seen without obstruction. \; At home viewers should tune in to WBRC Fox 6. \; This year&rsquo\;s show is dedicated in honor of those who have fought for our country&rsquo\;s independence and for essential workers who have worked to keep us safe and healthy.
\n \;
\nWith media partners\, iHeart Media and LaJefa\, spectators can listen to the soundtrack exclusively on Magic 96.5\, 102.5 The Bull\, 103.1 The Vulcan\, 103.7 The Q\, 104.1 The Beat\, Birmingham&rsquo\;s ALT 991\, B106.5\, 105 Hallelujah FM\, \, News Radio 960 WERC\, News Radio 105.5 WERC and also on La Jefa 98.3. \; WBRC Fox 6 will preempt the 9:00 news with a live broadcast of the show.
\n \;
\nIn the weeks leading up to the show\, Vulcan Park &\; Museum has worked with a committee to create a unique score featuring a wide variety of artists such as Beyoncé\;\, Chicago\, Lionel Richie\, Imagine Dragons and Kenney Chesney\; then teamed up with Pyro Shows of Alabama who has expertly timed and choreographed the 20 minute\, colorful firework display. \;
\nThere will also be a photo contest for all to submit via Vulcan Park&rsquo\;s webpage. There will be three winners who will receive a prize pack. \; Be sure to check out visivulcan.com for more details.
\nThunder on the Mountain 2020 is organized by Vulcan Park &\; Museum and presented by Medical Properties Trust and Hibbett Sports with additional support from the Greater Birmingham Convention &\; Visitors Bureau\, \; City of Homewood\, Protective Life Corp.\, Pyro Shows of Alabama\, Bryson and Courtney Stephens Family\, BLOX LLC\, Coca-Cola Bottling Company UNITED\, Porter White &\; Company\, ServisFirst Bank\, SPM Property Management\, Renewal by Andersen Windows and Doors\, LaJefa\, \; iHeart Media Birmingham including Magic 96.5\, News Radio 105.5\, WERC\, 103.7 The Q and 102.5 The Bull\; and WBRC Fox 6 News. Also special thanks to the host of caring individual contributors.
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\nAbout Vulcan®\; Park and Museum
\nVulcan Park Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization which operates Vulcan Park and Museum on behalf of the City of Birmingham. Vulcan Park and Museum&rsquo\;s mission is to preserve and promote Vulcan as the symbol for the Birmingham region\, advance knowledge and understanding of Birmingham&rsquo\;s history and culture\, and to encourage exploration of the region.
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