This year for the Portage Lakes 4th of July celebration, you can buy your own "rocket."  Yes, as a unique way to raise money for the fireworks display, you can buy a rocket for $25 or $50.  You can choose your color, be it red, white, blue, yellow, green or gold. You can also select the size and type that you would like to purchase.  The $25 choices include a six inch Fancy color Changing Shell, a six inch Multi-colored star or a six inch Chrysanthemum Shell. 

If you'd like to purchase a $50 one you can choose from a 10 inch Salute or Boomer, a 10 inch Kamuros or a 10 inch Star Shell.  Once you purchase a firework, you will also receive an official certificate saying that you bought a rocket for the 2008 Portage Lakes Fireworks Display.

You can join in the fun by buying one at the Manchester Rd. National City Bank or S. Arlington and Rt. 619 NCB.  You can also get one at Dano's Lakeside Pub on S. Main St., Ayers Ins. on W. Turkeyfoot Lake Rd., Dietz's Restaurant, Dusty's Landing or Cole Industries.  You may also go online and order from www.PortageLakes.com.  Have a safe and happy 4th!