Round Rock - A parade, fireworks, new carnival rides, jalapeno pepper eating contest, children’s games, Sam Bass Shootout, Movies in the Park and skydivers are all part of the City of Round Rock’s July 4th Frontier Days Celebration.

Georgetown – Celebrate SERTOMA’s 30th Annual 4th of July in San Gabriel Park from 11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m., sponsored by the Georgetown Sertoma Club. Entertainment will be provided for the entire family throughout the day. The event finishes with a “Spectacular Fireworks Finale” at dusk.

Taylor - Children’s parade, arts & crafts, music, 2nd Annual Great (Rubber) Duck Race,
games, prizes, food, and pony rides begins at 4pm, with fireworks at dusk.

Pflugerville - Pfestival pfood and games for the kids, followed by a pfabulous pfireworks display and a concert to top off the evening will make this a Pfamily Pfourth to remember.

Remember to keep the kiddos safe by following these firework safety tips from Dr. Marta Katalenas at the Pediatric Center of Round Rock.

• Never allow young children to play with or ignite fireworks including sparklers. Sparklers burn at temperatures of 2,000 degrees
• Never position your body directly over fireworks when lighting a fuse
• Never try to re-light or pick up fireworks that haven’t ignited fully
• Keep a bucket of water or hose close nearby in case of emergency
• Put used fireworks in a bucket of water before disposing of them in the trash to prevent fire
• Never point or throw fireworks at another person

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If you think your child may be suffering from allergies look out for these symptoms:

●Hives
●Runny nose
●Itching or swelling of the lips, tongue or throat
●Upset stomach, cramps, bloating or diarrhea
●Wheezing or difficulty breathing

Next, you should see a doctor to confirm your suspicion. Your doctor will perform a skin prick or RAST test and determine a treatment plan.

It is sometimes difficult to tell whether your child has a cold or or suffering from allergies. Colds are caused from viruses that get into your immune system. Symptoms such as congestion and coughing are your body’s response to the virus. When the body mistakes harmless substances for viruses such as dust, allergies occur. You experience cold-like symptoms because the body releases histamine. Histamine is also released when a real virus enters the body. Visit this chart for more information on colds and allergies.

Learn more at www.pediatriccenterofroundrock.com

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• Mother’s Day Out programs on Monday / Wednesday or Tuesday / Thursday
• Private Kindergarten enrolling for the 2014/2015 school year.

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