Loopers transiting the Hudson Valley who want to celebrate July Fourth with a bang — and, in some cases, a concert or a picnic — will find dozens of local events scheduled. Some are listed below by region (Westchester, Rockland or Hudson Valley), date and time. There are many more, all the way to Albany but I don't have a listing of them yet. Larry Z WESTCHESTER Tuesday, July 3 6-10 p.m., Valhalla: A disc jockey will play songs at 6 p.m., followed by the Bensen-Scott Big Band at 8 p.m., and fireworks at 9:15 p.m.; bring blankets and folding chairs for seating (Kensico Dam Plaza, Valhalla). Free. Info: 914-864-7275; parks.westchestergov.com Wednesday, July 4 10 a.m.-9:30 p.m., Dobbs Ferry: The Thomas Cullen July 4th Picnic in the Park event will feature music, games and food by day and fireworks by night at Waterfront Park (80 Shore Dr., Dobbs Ferry). A fishing derby is from 10 a.m.-noon, a flag ceremony is at 12:30 p.m., an all-day barbecue with food and DJ tunes is from 1 to 9 p.m. and the fireworks display starts around 9:30 p.m. Village residents can park at the train station. Free. 914-693-0024; www.dobbsferry.com 7 p.m., Peekskill: Blues and funk band Black Dirt will play a concert at Riverfront Green Park (Hudson Avenue and Route 9, Peekskill) before the fireworks are set off. Info: 914-734-7275; www.cityofpeekskill.com ROCKLAND Tuesday, July 3 6:30 p.m., Nanuet: An aeronautic show and live entertainment kick off the night, with a performance by That Sixties Show at 8 p.m. and fireworks after the concert at Nanuet High School (103 Church St., Nanuet). Rain date is July 11. Free. Info: 845-639-2000; www.clarkstown.org 7-9:30 p.m., West Haverstraw: A concert featuring The Heart Beat Dance Group starts at 7 p.m., followed by a fireworks display at Bowline Point Park (140 Samsondale Ave.; West Haverstraw). Rain date is July 4. Free. Info: 845-429-2200; www.voh-ny.com Wednesday, July 4 6 p.m., Pomona: In addition to fireworks following the Rockland Boulders’ game against the New Jersey Jackals at Provident Bank Park (1 Provident Bank Park Dr., Pomona), fans can participate in the annual hot dog eating contest (or buy them for $1 each at select concession stands). Tickets are $9-$17; parking is $5. Info: 845-364-0009; www.rocklandboulders.com 9 p.m., Nyack: Fireworks will be set off at dusk at Memorial Park (Piermont Avenue, Nyack). Free. Info: 845-358-0229; www.nyack.org HUDSON VALLEY Monday, July 2 5-9 p.m., Garrison: There are no fireworks at this event, but if you’re seeking another way to celebrate the nation’s birthday, head to the Great American Concert and Picnic at Boscobel (1601 New York 9D, Garrison). The event includes a performance by the Southern Dutchess Concert Band at 7 p.m., and picnicking beginning at 5 p.m. Sparklers and American flags are available for purchase in the museum shop. Rain date is July 9. Tickets are $14.40-$16 for adults; children 12 and under are free. Info: 845-265-3638; www.boscobel.org Tuesday, July 3 7 p.m., Wappingers Falls: For fans of both minor-league baseball and pyrotechnics, fireworks will follow the Hudson Valley Renegades’ game against the Brooklyn Cyclones at Dutchess Stadium (1500 Route 9D, Wappingers Falls). Tickets are $8-$17; parking is $5. Info: 845-838-0094; www.hvrenegades.com 7-9:30 p.m., East Fishkill: Adam and the Newhearts kicks off the celebration with hits from the ’50s and ’60s at East Fishkill Recreation Park (Routes 376 and 82, Hopewell Junction), followed by Legion Fireworks’ exhibition about 9:15 p.m. Rain date is July 4. Info: 845-226-8395; www.eastfishkillrecguide.com Wednesday, July 4 Noon-10 p.m., Cornwall: The all-day Independence Day celebration will feature food, vendors and entertainment at Town Hall (183 Main St., Cornwall), and fireworks at about 9:30 p.m. Admission is free, but a donation is welcome. Info: 845-534-2070; www.cornwallny.com Noon-9 p.m., Newburgh: An all-day Independence Day celebration at UNICO Park (Front Street, Newburgh) includes an art show on the river from noon to 6 p.m., live music from Dr. Magkneetoe from 6 to 9 p.m. and fireworks at dusk, set off from a barge on the Hudson River. Free. Info: 845-569-7354; www.cityofnewburgh-ny.gov 3-9:30 p.m., Cold Spring: A parade steps off on Main Street at 3 p.m., concluding at the waterfront with a community day that features food and entertainment. The fireworks display goes off at dusk at Dockside Park (West Street, Cold Spring). Rain date is Sept. 1. Free. Info: 845-265-3611 6:30-10 p.m., Poughkeepsie and Highland: Walkway Over the Hudson, the pedestrian bridge that spans the Hudson River between Poughkeepsie (Washington St.) in Dutchess County and Highland (87 Haviland Rd.) in Ulster County, will open to the public at 6:30 p.m. before the fireworks show  about 9:30 p.m. Those who attend are encouraged to bring chairs, snacks and flashlights. Tickets are $10; free for kids 5 and under. Info: 845-454-9649; www.walkway.org 9:15 p.m., Beacon: Fireworks will be set off at dusk at Memorial Park (Robert Cahill Dr., Beacon). Free. Info: 845-838-5010; www.cityofbeacon.org Saturday, July 7 5 p.m., New Paltz: Music, food and festivities will be followed by fireworks at dusk at the Ulster County Fairgrounds (Libertyville Road, New Paltz). Info: 845-255-0100; www.townofnewpaltz.org 8 p.m., West Point: The West Point Band’s Music Under the Stars series continues with an Independence Day concert and fireworks at the Trophy Point Amphitheater (Ruger Road, West Point). The audience is encouraged to bring a picnic basket and blanket. Rain date is July 8. Free. Info: 845-938-2617; www.westpointband.edu