What is the key element of the upcoming fourth of July holiday? Fireworks, of course! Here is a list of fireworks in the greater Watertown area for the the upcoming week.

-Mount Carmel Feast- St. Anthony's at 10pm on Sunday, July 1

-Thompson Park-July 3rd Celebration begins at 5:15 with Fred&the Ed's followed by the Syracuse Symphony. Fireworks start at dusk (9:45ish)

-Boldt Castle- Fireworks over the Castle at dusk on July 4th

-Sackets Harbor- Village Fireworks on July 4th at 9:30

We all know that parking can be a royal pain for Fireworks. Why not bring a picnic lunch and arrive in the afternoon before your chosen locale is packed? Let us know what you want! We'll make a sub for you.  Pick up your drinks, chips and snacks and you're ready for a fun summer day! Don't forget your blanket, sunscreen and a camera to catch all of your beautiful summer memories!

Summer is finally in kickoff mode! The Fourth of July is nearly here! As some of you may be planning on entertaining, We would like to share some Burger-making tips with you.
1.Use beef ground chuck 80/20, any leaner and the burger may come out dry.
2. Chill the meat thoroughly and wet your hands with cold water before forming.

3. Mix grated cheese in when forming the patties for added moisture.

4. Let the burgers rest on a warm plate for 2 minutes before serving

Watch what's coming! We'll have more cookout and entertaining tips throughout the week! Follow Village Market on Pinterest for some of our favorite fourth of July recipes!

Father's Day is Sunday!!! What are you planning for Dad? A special cookout, Dinner at a favorite restaurant, Breakfast in bed, a camping trip, or just some quality time with the family?
Dads- you're in the spotlight! What is the best Father's Day gift you ever recieved? Don't be shy!

Happy Wedding Month! Let's talk about Bridal Showers. For many brides, the idea of a traditional bridal shower is daunting at best. If you are planning a bridal shower, consider the bride's personality. If she is not all about being feminine and is uncomfortable being the center of attention, she may not like the idea of a completely traditional shower with games and petitite finger foods. Consider her personality, and everything will flow more smoothly.

Here are some ideas for an amazing bridal shower.
-Enclose recipe cards with or as RSVP cards, put them in a recipe box for her as a gift. She will have the start of a family recipe collection- such a heartfelt gift would be sure to please an bride-to-be!
-Themed shower- if the bride already has a good start to her home, why not ask guests to bring something she will be able to use on her honeymoon? This is a fantastic way to get guests involved. Try a luau theme for a Hawaii Honeymoon, a beach theme for somewhere tropical, a fiesta for a Mexican honeymoon.
-Coed shower- these are becoming more and more popular in modern times. Men can be present at coed showers, which is wonderful if the bride is close to male relatives she would not be able to see at a traditional shower. These can be themed as well (maybe the couple enjoys camping or cooking out?)

These mini cheesecakes are a fabulous idea for a summer bridal shower treat. Also consider fresh fruit, iced tea, and punch. Think refeshing!

Photo from: http://sites.walmart.ca/recipes/easter/Simple-Mini-Cheesecake/2

Have an idea to add? We would love to hear it!

June is here at last! The kids will be out of school soon, time to enjoy lazy summer days by the pool. June is also the most popular month for weddings. This week, we'll cover recipes for bridal showers and decorating tips for weddings. Know someone getting married this month? Give them a shout-out!