Happy 4th of July Everybody

Does China have a fourth of July? Of course it does and it is today. Unfortunately, they aren't celebrating the day in the fashion I am used to--bbq with friends, time at the lake, or something equally fun. I won't let that hold me back though. We ran into some American students at our hostel last night and they asked about our plans for the day. I'm on vacay so of course I have no plans. They suggested we must 'represent' and get together on the beach and indulge in some American-style fun. I am sure Chinese firecrackers will be involved. Ironic...