There's plenty to do to celebrate the Fourth of July on Cape Ann today. Here are some events:
ROCKPORT
Reading of Declaration of Independence, 10 a.m., Dock Square.
Firemen's Parade, 6 p.m.
Fourth of July bonfire, 8:30 p.m., Back Beach.
MANCHESTER
Parade, 10 a.m.
Skydivers land at Coach Ed Field Playground, 12:15 p.m.
ESSEX
Chebacco Lake Boat Parade, 1 p.m.




