The 1874 Philadelphia and Reading Railroad Passenger Depot in Tamaqua is wrapped in red, white and blue bunting, seen Friday, in celebration of America 250. The town is gearing up for large anticipated crowds during the July 2 visit by Union Pacific’s Big Boy steam locomotive and again on July 4 for the new Liberty Tree Park dedication ceremony. For the schedule, see page 8. DONALD R. SERFASS/SPECIAL TO THE TIMES NEWS