As we celebrate our 4th of July, let's take some time to appreciate the freedoms we have in the United States. This is also an appropriate time to give thanks to our service members, past and present, for their strength and courage in protecting our country every day. We have much to be thankful for. I am proud to be an American and consider myself blessed to live in this great country!

But we need to also realize that what we do today will affect what happens tomorrow. This August and November we have a chance to exercise the very freedom our founding fathers fought for. Please be sure to vote for our Republican candidates whose ideals are the foundation America was based on. Mahalo for your support and Happy 4th of July!

Mahalo,

David S. Chang

Chairman

INDEPENDENCE DAY 2012 CELEBRATIONS

From Hawaii Republican Party

Come Celebrate the 4th of July with the Hawaii Republican Party!

OAHU KAILUA INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE

DATE: Wednesday, July 4th

TIME: Kailua road closures begin at 8:30am - We will be lined up no later than 9am - Parade is from 10am-12pm

LOCATION: We will be lined up on N. Kainalu Drive by Kainalu Elementary School. Parade route is from Palapu St. down Kainalu Dr. to Kailua Intermediate School.

MORE INFO: SD 25 Candidate Fred Hemmings will be the Grand Marshal of the parade! Show your patriotic spirit by wearing red, white or blue & and bring a flag to wave! If you would like to march with the HRP during the parade, please email nacia@gophawaii.com

OAHU INDEPENDENCE DAY AT MAUNALUA BAY

DATE: Wednesday, July 4th

TIME: 1:00pm-9:00pm, Fireworks show at 8pm

LOCATION: Maunalua Bay Beach Park (6499 Kalanianaole Hwy, Honolulu, HI 96825)

MORE INFO: Local food vendors, live entertainment, Keiki Bike Parade, and fireworks show. Several HRP candidates will be in attendance, so be sure to stop by the East Oahu Republicans booth and say hello. For more info, please visit www.idmbf.com

KAUAI PMRF FREEDOM CELEBRATION

DATE: TODAY, Tuesday, July 3rd

TIME: 5:00pm-11:00pm

LOCATION: Pacific Missile Range Facility in Mana

MORE INFO: Join former Governor Linda Lingle as she attends the Stars & Stripes Freedom Celebration - a free, family-friendly event featuring live music from Anuhea, food, games, and craft booths. For more info, please call (808) 335-4346.

BIG ISLAND "A SALUTE TO OUR VETERANS" HILO BAY 5K RUN/WALK

DATE: Wednesday, July 4th

TIME: 7:00am

LOCATION: Liliuokalani Gardens in Hilo

MORE INFO: Registration is in the Hilo Hawaiian Hotel lobby on July 3rd from 8am-11am and 1:30pm-5:30pm, and on July 4th from 6:00am-6:45am. HD 3 Candidate, Marlene Hapai, is coordinating.

KAILUA-KONA INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE

DATE: Wednesday, July 4th

TIME: 5:30pm

LOCATION: Parade route starts from Kekuaokalani Gym/Pool Complex on Kuakini Highway and proceeds south on Kuakini Highway to Palani Road to Alii Drive, and then south on Alii to Walua Road.

MORE INFO: Good food and entertainment, followed by a fireworks show at 8:00pm. For more info, please visit www.paradesinkona.com

MAUI MAKAWAO INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE & CANDIDATE POTLUCK

DATE: Saturday, July 7th

TIME: Road closures begin at 8:30am - Parade is from 9am-10:30am. Potluck immediately following parade.

LOCATION: Parade route is from Makawao Veterans Cemetery to Eddie Tam Memorial Park. Spectators can park at Oskie Rice Arena and take a free shuttle into town or arrive early and park at Eddie Tam Park.

MORE INFO: Join the Maui County Republicans to celebrate Independence Day. There will be a candidates table and potluck lunch after the parade at Eddie Tam Memorial Park. Please bring your favorite dish and come enjoy meeting local Republicans. Wear your favorite candidate's shirt and buttons or patriotic attire. We'll be setting up our table at 7:30am. For more info, call (808) 280-4151.