by Larry Janezich
Posted July 5, 2023
Last night, many Capitol Hill residents opted for the firework display at Lincoln Park rather than the one on the National Mall. The display was an uncoordinated effort by half a dozen or so civic minded residents who just like shooting off fireworks and want to share the experience with neighbors. One of those celebrants – who CHC talked to at Peregrine Espresso this morning and who travels to West Virginia for the pyrotechnics – noted how much more expensive they’ve become this year.
But it wasn’t just these major players – many residents chose the location to shoot off their own supply. The gathering was casual and many families watched from blankets spread on the grass. The sense of community was strong in a way that is generally absent from the Mall gathering and for many, it was clearly the place to be.
CAPITOL HILL CORNER 
Please don’t encourage people to shoot off illegal fireworks in the middle of a resident neighborhood. They’re not allowed in DC for good reason, it’s dangerous, can lead to serious injury, or fires in such a dense neighborhood!
I have to say I agree. There are many great ways to build community that don’t put dense city blocks of homes and the people that live there in danger!