Watch Live: Celebrating Independence Day at the White House

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On Wed, Jul 4, 2012 at 7:04 AM, The White House <info@messages.whitehouse.gov> wrote:

Your Daily Snapshot forWednesday, July 4, 2012 Watch Live: Celebrating Independence Day at the White House Happy Fourth! In each of the past three years, President Obama has marked Independence Day with a celebration at the White House featuring a concert, organized by the USO, to honor members of the U.S. military and their families. Tonight, President Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama will continue the tradition by hosting more than 1,200 troops and military families for fireworks and a concert featuring country music star Brad Paisley. You can watch the whole thing live starting around 8 p.m. EDT on WhiteHouse.gov/Live. America the Beautiful Musician Keb Mo recently visited the White House and performed his bluesy rendition of "America the Beautiful" in the East Reception Room. Enjoy some great scenes of America and the President set to this classic song in celebration of Independence Day: Check out the video: In Case You Missed It Here is a top story from the White House blog: From the Archives: A Fourth of July with the PresidentsCheck out a gallery of selected images from presidents over the years as they celebrate Independence Day with commemorative ceremonies, White House picnics, family gatherings, and of course, fireworks. Last Year's Fourth of July at the White HouseWatch videos from past July 4th celebrations. President Obama Remembers Andy GriffithPresident Obama says that Griffith, "warmed the hearts of Americans everywhere." Today's Schedule All times are Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). 10:15 AM: The President arrives at Ft. McNair 10:25 AM: The President arrives the White House 10:50 AM: The President deliver remarks at a naturalization ceremony for active duty service members 6:00 PM: The President and the First Lady attend a Fourth of July celebration; The President delivers remarks   Indicates that the event will be live-streamed on WhiteHouse.gov/Live Get Updates Sign up for the Daily Snapshot Stay Connected Facebook Twitter YouTube Flickr Google+