Fourth of July weekend celebrations kick off in south suburbs
Celebrations for Independence Day kicked off Friday in south suburban Dolton.
MATTESON, Ill. - Close to 1,000 people took over Matteson s village grounds on Friday.
Attendees had coolers in hand, picnic tables with great spreads, and many children excited to enjoy the festivities. For two years we couldn’t do nothing and now things are opening up again, we’re vaccinated, Marilyn Brown said.
The free event featured live music and of course some good 4th of July food, including BBQ ribs and Harold’s Chicken.
The celebration also honored Cliff and Tiffany Taylor who used their personal finances to open a site where 1,000 people were vaccinated in one day.
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