By Eric Heinz
From the rowdy office chair races to the fireworks at the Pier, San Clemente always hosts a major party for the Fourth of July. The time-honored traditions were in full swing throughout the Spanish Village by the Sea. Here’s a recap of some of the events that took place on America’s birthday this year. See a video shot and edited by Rich Hurley at the bottom of this article.
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Every year a very informal, very unofficial and very unsanctioned city event starts off our 4th of July in San Clemente, CA - It's called the San Clemente Office Chair Downhill Derby! Happy 4th of July everyone!