On Saturday night, July 4, area residents gathered at the Waverly marina to enjoy the Thunder at the Port display, put on by JL Events. In addition to various vendors, music and activities for kids, the event included a booming fireworks display which lasted approximately 18 minutes. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
Due to the popularity of Thunder in the Port and the limited parking in the area of the marina, this year a shuttle service was organized to help guests get to the marina for the fireworks display. The shuttle service was provided free of charge by Rides Here, LLC. Here, Carol Graf waits for riders at the intersection of Kelling and Main St. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)In addition to fireworks, Thunder at the Port included several activities and vendors. Here, three local teens run a booth called “Ice Ice Baby” which served shaved ice, hand squeezed lemonades and flavored waters. From left: Olivia Long, Carrigan Rechterman, Gentry Ballenger. (Submitted photo)Serving watermelon during Thunder at the Port was Beta Sigma Phi Sorority. From left: Peggy Hadaller, Ann Schreiman, Linda Burkhardt. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)The hill side at the Waverly Marina was packed with visitors for the fireworks display on July 4. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)The hills surrounding the marina were packed with guests young and old. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)Attendees were dazzled by a variety of lights, sounds and colors. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)Attendees of Thunder at the Port enjoyed a wide variety of fireworks. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)The Thunder at the Port display included both aerial and ground displays. (Santa Fe Times photo by Klarissa Olvera)
