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In this section, find out about special events, community programs and services throughout the University of Maryland campus and how you can get involved.

Special Events Community Programs/Services

Maryland Day

Annual Fourth of July Celebration

National History Day

National Orchestral Institute

Family Service Center

Hearing and Speech Clinic

Language-Learning Early-Advantage Program (LEAP)

Summer Reading Program

Annual Fourth of July Celebration: July 4, 2008

Come join in the fun with fireworks, music, and food at the Annual Fourth of July Celebration, co-sponsored by the University of Maryland and the city of College Park. Food and music start at 7 p.m., with fireworks around 9:15 p.m. Festivities are free and open to the public, on Parking Lot 1, off Campus Drive near the University Boulevard/Adelphi Road entrance. Come early to beat the crowd.

National History Day: June 15-19, 2008

This summer, June 15-19, more than 2,000 young scholars from across the nation will gather at the University of Maryland for National History Day, a five-day annual event engaging students, teachers, and families in historical inquiry and creative presentation. A half-million 6th through 12th grade students participate in local district and state competition to win the honor of representing their school. For more information, please click here or call 301-314-9739.