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Celebrate America's 250th Birthday With Patriotic Pet Pics From IL Patch Readers
These red, white, and blue-clad pets are truly embracing the spirit of Independence Day.

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British International School of Chicago, South LoopThese red, white, and blue-clad pets are truly embracing the spirit of Independence Day.

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Make time for Babybugs Storytime on the Forest Park Patch calendar
Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around the Chicagoland.
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With a mix of pride, concern, and hope, readers described America as a land of liberty and opportunity with promises not yet fully realized.
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