Name: Salute to Veterans! Celebrate America 250 with The Saddle Shoe Sisters
Start: 2026-06-28T13:00:00-05:00
Location: 120 Veterans Parkway

120 Veterans Parkway

Join us as we celebrate America's upcoming 250th Birthday!
 A nod to USO performances like the Andrew Sisters, this Salute to Veterans concert features retro patriotic songs and oldies. Get ready to boogie woogie with The Saddle Shoe Sisters!  Registration encouraged!

Local Event: Salute to Veterans! Celebrate America 250 with The Saddle Shoe Sisters

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Lauren Traut

Chicago Metropolitan Area

New Lenox

Illinois

Salute to Veterans! Celebrate America 250 with...

Join us as we celebrate America's upcoming 250th Birthday!
 A nod to USO performances like the Andrew Sisters, this Salute to...

Salute to Veterans! Celebrate America 250 with The Saddle Shoe Sisters

Remember our Veterans' sacrifices and help our Veterans and their families throughout the year with your Poppy donation. Our Poppy fundraiser at Berkot’s in New Lenox on Laraway Road begins May 17th to May 31st.
Please consider making a Poppy donation. Donations accepted at the checkout registers.
100% of your donations help the American Legion AuxiliaryPost 1977 support the following and more:
Local Active Duty Military
Wreaths Across America
Lincolnway ROTC
Warriors Walk
Farm 2 Veteran
Homes for Troops
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Fisher House
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Thomas E. Hartung American Legion Post 1977 Auxiliary thanks you for your continued support and loyalty to our Veterans, their families and the community!

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<h4>America 250: A Musical Journey</h4>
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This promises to be an uplifting and memorable evening for audience members of all ages. Whether you are drawn by a love of patriotic music, an appreciation for American musical traditions, or simply the opportunity to be part of a historic anniversary celebration, America 250: A Musical Journey offers a meaningful and exciting way to mark this important occasion. Come celebrate with us as we honor America’s past, reflect on its present, and look ahead with pride and hope through an unforgettable program of music.

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America 250: A Musical Journey

America 250:  A Musical Journey
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There is plenty of parking available, and it is accessible for people with disabilities. You must be 21 to attend. ATM on-site, Visa/MasterCard/Discover accepted. Easy to get to. Close to I-80 and I-355. 323 Old Hickory Rd, New Lenox, IL. 60451 Plug it into your GPS! 815.485.8369 – <a rel="nofollow noopener" href="https://www.vfwpost9545.org/?fbclid=IwAR0OSC9-huZNTCBMNg2OAhknrpEVqEAHCHz-e_oQ2aLBc6t0mwFpq5IDax4" target="_blank">https://www.facebook.com/vfwpost9545.org</a> No Cover-Public Welcome! Must be 21

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NL VFW Post 9545 Presents: The Band “Time...

Come out for a great night of Classic Rock by “TIME BANDITS!” Playing many different hits from many artists. Playing Great...

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