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Operation Salute and Swim

November 07, 2015 - November 08, 2015 @ 12:00 am - 12:00 am

Description

Celebrate Veteran's Day by donating Care Packages or certain items to send overseas to our troops. Enjoy a patriotic craft, a family swim, write letters or draw pictures to send to our troops. Light refreshments will be provided. Most common items needed: Halloween candy, beanie babies, toothpaste, toothbrushes, shaving cream, knit scarves and socks.

Event Cost: $6; free with care package item

Price Category: $

Event times: 5-7 p.m.

Additional Information

Neighborhood: North/Northwest Suburbs

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