So why do we celebrate Independence Day on July 4 and exactly what happened that day? Let’s have a quick historic review:

From Wikipedia, “Independence Day (colloquially the Fourth of July) is a federal holiday in the United States commemorating the Declaration of Independence, which was ratified by the Second Continental Congress on July 4, 1776. The Second Continental Congress declared that the Thirteen Colonies were no longer subject (and subordinate) to the monarch of Britain, King George III, and were now united, free, and independent states. The Congress voted to approve independence on July 2 and adopted the Declaration of Independence two days later, on July 4.

Independence Day is commonly associated with fireworks, parades, barbecues, carnivals, fairs, picnics, concerts, baseball games, family reunions, political speeches, and ceremonies, in addition to various other public and private events celebrating the history, government, and traditions of the United States. Independence Day is the national day of the United States.”

Are you ready to celebrate the national day of the United States in all of its glory? Let’s talk about menus and beverages!

Note: Sale dates are July 2-8, 2025 at all four Sonoma County Oliver’s Market locations.

Check out this week’s weekly ad for all of your holiday essentials, including some great beverage buys:

• Oliver’s Own Cabernet Sauvignon, 2020 Sonoma County, 750ml Bottle, $12.99+CRV LOCAL
• Fever Tree Premium Mixers, Selected Varieties, 4 pack/200ml Bottles, $3.49+CRV
• Waterloo Sparkling Water, Selected Varieties, 12 pack/12 oz. Cans, $4.29+CRV
• Russian River Brewing Co. STS Pilsner & Velvet Glow, 6 pack/12 oz. Cans, $10.99+CRV LOCAL
• Henhouse Brewing, Selected Varieties, 12 pack/12 oz. Cans, $17.99+CRV LOCAL
• Pabst Blue Ribbon 18 pack/12 oz. Cans, $11.99+CRV
• Golden State Cider, Selected Varieties, 4 pack/16 oz. Cans, $10.99+CRV LOCAL
• Quivira Sauvignon Blanc, 2022 Sonoma County, 750ml Bottle, $14.99+CRV LOCAL
• Aix Rosé, 2023 France, 750ml Bottle, $8.99+CRV

For salads, mains, and more, we have

• Oliver’s Pork Baby Back Ribs, $4.99/lb.
• Oliver’s Choice 100% Angus Bone-In New York Steak $9.99/lb.
• Rocky Air-Chilled Boneless Skinless Chicken Breasts $5.99/lb.  LOCAL
• Rocky Air-Chilled Whole Chicken Legs $2.49/lb. LOCAL
• Brentwood Grown Fresh White Corn, 2 For $1
• Dark Red Sweet Cherries, Grown by Stemilt in Washington, $2.99/lb.
• Rainier Cherries, Grown by Stemilt in Washington, $5.99/lb.
• Organic Blueberries, Pint Container, Grown by Betterful in California, $3.99/ea.
• Kinder’s BBQ Sauce, Selected Varieties, 15.3-15.5 oz. Bottle, $2.99
• Comet Corn Popcorn, Selected Varieties, 4 oz. Bag, $3.99 LOCAL
• Lazzari Charcoal, 6.75 lb. Bag, $6.49
• Morning Star Farms Veggie Burgers, Selected Varieties, 9-10 oz. Package, $3.49
• Clover Sonoma Aerosol Whipped Topping, 6.5 oz. Container, $2.19  LOCAL
• Beyond Meat Plant Based Sausages, Selected Varieties, 14 oz. Package, $4.99
• Bachan’s Japanese Barbecue Sauce, Selected Varieties, 15.5-17 oz. Bottle, $4.99 LOCAL
• Woodstock Organic Pickles, Selected Varieties, 24 oz. Jar, $3.99
• Oliver’s Kitchen Artichoke Jalapeno Dip, 8 oz. Container, $4.99; 16 oz. Container, $8.99

And then there’s dessert! How about our:

• Kozlowski Pies, Selected Varieties, 2 lb. 7 oz. Pie, $17.99 LOCAL
• Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Selected Varieties. 48 oz. Container $3.99
• Talenti Gelato, Selected Varieties, 16 oz. Container, $3.49
• Large Seedless Watermelon Grown by Thomson Farms in Bakersfield. $4.99/Ea.
• Organic Seedless Watermelon, Grown by Thomson Farms in Bakersfield $6.99/Ea.

Don’t forget all of our ready-to-go salads, dips, and other prepared items that will quickly set you up for cookout success! And in other good news, our Barbecue will be open on the 4^th, grilling up your favorites from 11 AM – 7 PM.

Ready to cook it all yourself? Looking for inspiration or a fun take on a classic dish? How about Honey Bourbon Barbecue Baby Back Ribs,  Grilled Chicken with Spicy Peach Glaze, Blue Cheese Crusted New York Steak or Garlic Herbed Grilled Ahi Tuna Steaks as your centerpiece? We’ve got some red, white, and blue popsicles in both Boozy and Healthy editions and Blueberry Yogurt Lemon Popsicles, so there is something for everyone! Or how about Spar Spangled S’Mores in their full patriotic glory? If your Fourth is headed toward wine country style, you should give our Fresh Figs with Ricotta and Honey  or Cherry and Goat Cheese Salad a try, and don’t forget the Kicked Up Canned Baked Beans, Grilled Corn with Chili Lime Butter , Cherry BBQ Sauce, or Watermelon Salad, fun ways to jazz up these staples of many a cookout or potluck.

Oliver’s will be open from 7 AM – 9 PM for all of your last-minute Independence Day needs, from replenishing ice to restocking beverages. Enjoy this special holiday in Sonoma County style.

Happy Birthday, America!