A Chicago Style 4th

     Today's commemoration of Independence Day featured the regular apportionment of barbeques, parties, get-togethers, and of course fireworks.  However, this year saw a few tweaks to the accepted pattern.  First off, the Dave Matthews Band was lined up to do a gig at Northerly Island, and so there were an influx of DMB followers to the area of the Museum Campus.  Earlier in the day, there were several parades in the area, one of which attracted both Bruce Rauner and Pat Quinn.  That's right, the season of politicians parade-hopping has kicked into high gear(hopefully we'll catch some respite come November.)  Of course, no July 4 would be completel without a breathtaking fireworks display coming from Navy Pier, and the ensuing celebration more than pleased the assembled throngs of Chicagoans.  All in all, Chicago celebrated our nation's 238th birthday in a grand style.