Dueling anthems: ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ and ‘Hermosa Bandera’
A look at the history of the U.S.' "Star-Spangled Banner" and Costa Rica's "Noble Patria, Tu Hermosa Bandera." Plus a free download of our July 4 Picnic program.
Traditional Fourth of July Picnic premieres new venue, format on Tuesday
Come one, come all to the American Colony Committee's Fourth of July Picnic, this year at Avenida Escazú.
PHOTOS: The American Colony’s 56th annual Fourth of July picnic
The picnic, organized by the American Colony Committee, dates back to 1961 and is a beloved tradition for many U.S. expats in Costa Rica.
American Colony to host 56th annual U.S. Independence Day picnic on Sunday
The American Colony Committee's annual 4th of July picnic is Sunday at Cervecería Costa Rica in Alajuela.
PHOTOS: The American Colony’s 55th annual Fourth of July picnic
As in years past, Saturday's picnic included a flag-raising ceremony and singing of the U.S. and Costa Rican national anthems as well as games, music, dancing, great food, and plentiful beer.
Picnic marks 55 years of family traditions
"The picnic is really important because it is the only event where most of the U.S. citizens here in Costa Rica get together. We would love to keep up this tradition forever, but it will depend on the support we can get."
Fourth of July, school vacation romps, and other happenings around Costa Rica
A roud up of events taking place July 3 - 10
Costa Rica celebrates the Fourth of July
Spectators watch the fireworks display at Avenida Escazú's Fourth of July event.
PHOTOS: American Colony celebrates US Independence Day at annual picnic
Hundreds of people converged on the Cervecería Nacional on the outskirts of San José to attend the 54th annual Fourth of July Picnic, a Costa Rican tradition since 1961. Here are some snapshots from U.S. Independence Day morning.
Dueling Anthems: ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ vs. ‘Hermosa Bandera’
A look at the history of the U.S.' "Star-Spangled Banner" and Costa Rica's "Noble Patria, Tu Hermosa Bandera." Plus a free download of our July 4 Picnic program.
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