The Pequot Lakes and Crosslake chambers are seeking donations for their respective fireworks shows in July.
People can now donate to either fireworks show with Venmo. Search "Pequot Lakes Chamber of Commerce" or "@PequotLakesChamber;" or "Crosslake Chamber of Commerce" or "@CrosslakeChamber."
The Pequot Lakes Chamber has a fundraising goal of $12,000 for a roughly 12-minute fireworks show Sunday, July 3, as part of Stars & Stripes Days.
On average, professional fireworks shows cost $1,000 per minute. Funds currently total $4,050.
The 52nd annual Celebrate America fireworks display in Crosslake will take place at dusk Saturday, July 2, over Sand Island on Cross Lake.
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The city of Crosslake is funding 75% of the show, and the Crosslake Chamber needs help to raise another $5,000.
Donors who submit payments by Friday, June 24, will receive radio recognition.
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