Fourth of July Celebration

It's well known around these parts that summer really doesn't start until mid July, and even then you're taking a chance planning anything outside.  Days leading up to the 4th of July I kept my eye on the weather and my speed dial ready to call my vendors hoping to score on some great products to celebrate the Fourth.
As soon as the sun made an extended appearance we were out firing up the grill and cooking al fresco.
We brought in wild Alaskan salmon, grilled some corn and chilled bottles of Sauvignon Blanc.  Somehow, food just tastes better when simply prepared and shared with friends on the patio under shade umbrellas.
The Stray Dogs, a bluegrass band made up of a few islanders and all long time friends played as the sun moved behind the Olympics.  Night began to settle in and people spread out blankets and children ran the fairways waiting for the show.

 Cooking on the grill.

 One of the night's entree options: grilled salmon with corn on the cob, 

potato salad, and caesar salad. 

 Members of  The Stray Dog Bluegrass Band perform. 

 Diners enjoying good food and good conversation on the patio.