Name: Thursdays in the Park Concert: Wildwood Country Band
Start: 2026-07-30T19:00:00-05:00
Location: The Band Shell at Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL, 60477

The Band Shell at Tony Bettenhausen Recreation Center, 8125 W 171st St, Tinley Park, IL, 60477

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“Wildwood Country is Chicagolands Line-Dance Band – Playing the best of Country music!”

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<h3>A Community Event Supporting Our Local Heroes</h3>
Join us on Saturday, July 11th for the <a href="https://www.applechevy.com/BBQ-for-the-Troops" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">2026 USO Drive for the Troops</a> Event at Apple Chevrolet. From 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM, our <a href="https://www.applechevy.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Tinley Park Chevrolet</a> dealership will open its doors for an afternoon of complimentary food, family-friendly activities, music, and community connection, all in support of those who serve our country.
This annual event is part of the broader Drive for the Troops supporting the <a href="https://illinois.uso.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">USO of Illinois</a>, an organization dedicated to strengthening the well-being of active-duty service members and their families.
Whether you are visiting from Tinley Park, Orland Park, or nearby communities, we invite you to be part of this meaningful tradition at your local Tinley Park Chevrolet dealership.
<h3>What to Expect at the USO BBQ for the Troops</h3>
The USO BBQ for the Troops is more than just a summer event. It is a chance for the community to come together and show appreciation for the military members who sacrifice so much.
Here is what you can look forward to on July 11th:
<ul><li>Complimentary BBQ-style food and refreshments</li><li>Family-friendly activities for all ages</li><li>Music and entertainment throughout the day</li><li>Community donation opportunities supporting USO programs</li><li>A welcoming atmosphere hosted by Apple Chevrolet in Tinley Park</li></ul>
This is a casual, come-and-go event, so feel free to stop by anytime between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM.
<h3>Supporting the 2026 Drive for the Troops</h3>
All month long, Apple Chevrolet is honored to participate in the 2026 Drive for the Troops initiative benefiting the USO of Illinois. Donations will be accepted leading up to and including the BBQ event on July 11th.
For more than 13 years, CATA dealerships and their communities have worked together to raise over $1.1 million for USO of Illinois programs and services. Every dollar raised stays local and directly supports:
<ul><li>Deployed service members</li><li>Military families</li><li>Wounded, ill, and injured troops</li><li>Families of fallen heroes</li></ul>
Your support helps provide critical resources, comfort items, and morale-boosting programs for those who serve.
<h3>How You Can Help</h3>
There are several ways to get involved this July:
<ul><li>Attend the BBQ for the Troops event on July 11th</li><li>Make a donation during the Drive for the Troops</li><li>Share the event with friends and family in Tinley Park, Orland Park, and surrounding communities</li><li>Stop by Apple Chevrolet during the month of July to contribute</li></ul>
Every contribution, big or small, makes a meaningful difference.
Donate here: <a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/apple-chevrolet-drive-for-the-troops" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Donate to Apple Chevrolet Drive for the Troops</a>
<h3>Proud to Be Your Local Tinley Park Chevrolet Dealer</h3>
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We are also proud to welcome guests from nearby communities, including those searching for an Orland Park Chevy dealership experience. No matter where you are coming from, you are invited to join us in supporting a great cause and enjoying a summer afternoon with your community.
<h3>Join Us on July 11th</h3>
Mark your calendar for Saturday, July 11th from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM and join us at Apple Chevrolet in Tinley Park for the 2026 USO BBQ for the Troops Event.
Together, we can support the USO of Illinois, honor our military families, and continue a tradition of community giving that has made a lasting impact for more than a decade.
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·&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; July 12,&nbsp; Sunday: 12pm-10pm
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&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Marist SportsPlex: 12221 S Ridgeland Ave, Palos Heights, IL 60463
·&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; St Mary Orthodox church: 6330 W 127th St, Palos Heights, IL 60463
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