Thousands of people gathered at Big Cedar Lodge to celebrate Independence Day with a patriotic picnic, featuring axe-throwing, face-painting, live entertainment, and a large fireworks display.

Tucked away in the Kokrajhar district, near the Indo-Bhutan border, Saralpara is a peaceful village surrounded by hills, forests, and flowing streams.

Excelsior Universal Lodge will host its 120th Second of August Picnic at 175 Wood St. in Gum Springs on Saturday, Aug. 2, 2025. The event will feature a complimentary blues concert, with six acts ...