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Armed Forces Day
May 17, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
FreeThe Village of Burr Ridge invites you to join us on Friday, May 17th on the Village Green at Burr Ridge Village Center from 5-7 PM for a fun-filled evening of music, entertainment, and activities to honor our countryβs Armed Forces.
πΊπΈ A Family-Friendly Festival of Patriotism celebrating our American heroes!! πΊπΈ Proudly supported by the Veteranβs Memorial Committee.
ππ€ΉββοΈπΏπ§π¨ Enjoy train rides, jugglers, old-fashioned popcorn, snow cones, face painters, and MORE!
πWitness the presentation of the Jack Schaus Patriot Award.
πΌ Enjoy a live concert by the West Suburban Concert Band on the main stage, with seating available in front of the stage.
π Write letters to our troops at the tent sponsored by Krystle Johnson Downs.
𧱠Purchase a brick from the Veteranβs Memorial Committee to honor a loved one who served or is serving in the Armed Forces.
π Visit the booths of local nonprofits that support our community and our veterans, such as Honor Flight, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, Little League, and more.
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