Your Week Ahead in Monroe: July 1-7, 2013

It's the first week of July and the Independence Day holiday is Thursday. Here's what you might want to know going into this week: 

Get ready for the Fourth of July with Patch's guide to fireworks displays and events around the area. Also check out the holiday by the numbers. 

Need some suggestions for red, white and blue foods? Patch has it covered. 

Help this golden retriever find its home. 

Miss any jobs this past week? Check out our roundup here.

Did we miss something? Tell us in the comments section below.