It’s a holiday weekend, folks. I love it when the 4^th of July falls on a Saturday! There are a plethora of delicious and fun options available for your holiday pleasure and these are my personal picks because of the balance of fun to food to fireworks:

JDubs Brewing Company Fourth of July Hootenanny

Our very own downtown brewery and tap room with the comfy backyard and family and pet friendly atmosphere will be featuring live music by Mike Tozier, Summer Survivors and Hail Dale, a 40ft inflatable slip 'n slide, Mouthole BBQ, a selection from SRQ Cigars, and all you can drink beer! What better way to celebrate independencethan craft beer and local BBQ?

JDub's Brewing Company & Tap Room, 1215 Mango Ave, 941.955.2739

All American BBQ at Selby Gardens with the Michael’s on East Team!

Selby Gardens is the ultimate picnic destination with a singularly exceptional view of the bayfront fireworks. There will be live music by the Lauren Mitchell Band and fun activities for the kids. Not to mention insanely tasty food from featured Pit-Masters: Michael’s On East, Polo Grill/Fete Catering, Southern Smoke BBQ, Brick’s BBQ and La Dona Donuts.

Selby Gardens, 900 S Palm Avenue, 941.366.5731