Kirsten Bjornson, third grader at St. Luke School, shows her face which was painted at the festivities
Ray McConnaughay with daughter Amanda on his back and Barbara and little Stephen, at the park with the whole family.
Spinning around… Forest Park Independence Day Parade included these young baton twirlers and dancers.
Bob Collins and Mark Dwyer, volunteering for Forest Park Youth Soccer, grill up burgers for a hungry crowd.
Park District of Forest Park Executive Director Dave Novak and Village Commissioner Maureen Booth wave to crowds from the park district’s float
Color guard from Naval Reserve Center, lead the 1997 Independence Day parade followed by 50 other entries
In 1997 Forest Park hosted its first Independence Day Parade, with over 50 entries, which ended at the Park District of Forest Park for a day filled with activities. The unseasonably chilly day did not deter those from playing bingo, face painting, bucket brigade, kid games and enjoying live music. The night closed with a bang and a spectacular fireworks display.