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Chautauquans mark 250th anniversary milestone with traditions, concerts and fireworks

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Principal Pops Conductor Stuart Chafetz leads the Chautauqua Symphony Orchestra during the Independence Day Celebration in the Amphitheater Saturday.
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Dancer, actor and singer John Manzari tap dances to “I Love Paris” by Cole Porter during the CSO Independence Day Celebration.
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Chautauquans sit on the grass of University Beach and watch the fireworks across the lake. 
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George Evans pops his paper bag during the “1812 Overture” in the Amphitheater.
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Adam Geisen lights a sparkler before the fireworks.
SAM HUFFMAN / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
Katie Harbage spins propellers on her husband Robin Harbage’s headband.
SAM HUFFMAN / STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER
The Chautauqua Choir performs with the Chautauqua Community Band in Elizabeth S. Lenna Hall.
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