Ride For Life - Washburn American Legion Riders
2026-08-22
All vehicles welcome! $20 Rider / $10 passenger includes pulled pork dinner
Location Washburn American Legion
Sign In 9 – 11 a.m.
KSU 11:00 a.m.
Dinner and Auction starts at 5:00 p.m. Live Auction starts at 6:00 p.m.
Raffles drawn after live auction.

Amercia 250 Celebration in Peoria Heights Tower Park
2026-08-22 12:00 - 23:00 (America/Chicago)
🇺🇸🐾 We’re headed to the America 250 Celebration! 🐾🇺🇸
Join Freedom Paws Service Dogs Foundation at the America 250 Celebration in Tower Park, Peoria Heights! Stop by our booth to meet our team, learn how our service dogs are changing the lives of Veterans and First Responders, and find out how you can get involved.
We’ll also be accepting donations to help train and place life-changing service dogs at no cost to those who have served our communities. Every donation—big or small—helps make a lasting impact.
Come celebrate America’s 250th, support a great cause, and help us give our heroes a new leash on life. We can’t wait to see you! 🇺🇸❤️🐶

Armed Forces Celebration Day
2026-09-12 17:00 - 22:00
Join us for a spectacular Armed Forces Day celebration as we come together to honor our American heroes! Date: September 12th Time: 5 – 11 p.m. Location: Heritage Square, Peoria HeightsWe have an incredible lineup of events and activities planned to show our appreciation for the brave men and women who have served our country. Plus, all proceeds from this event will go to support a fantastic cause. Raffles and Silent Auction 50/50 Drawing Food & Drinks Beer Stein Holding Competition Live Music and More! Meet Our Service Dogs: Come and meet the incredible service dogs from Freedom Paws! These devoted companions play a vital role in the lives of veterans, providing them with the support they need.This event is a fantastic opportunity for the community to come together, have a great time, and support a cause that means so much to us all. Let’s show our gratitude to the heroes who have served our nation and help those in need through Freedom Paws Service Dogs

Return From the Ashes Run
2026-09-13 09:00 - 17:00
3rd Annual Return From The Ashes Run
Pre-Register at 1701 Ottawa Ave. Naplate, IL $10 single Rider / $15 with passenger
Day of Registration $20 Single Rider / $25 with passenger
Breakfast and Lunch included in registrations cost!
Proceeds benefit Freedom Paws Service Dogs Foundation
KU at 11:00 a.m.

Festival of Food Trucks Washington IL
2026-09-21 16:00 - 20:00
🚚🐾 Food trucks + service dogs = a great way to spend your Monday! 🐾🚚
Come see us tomorrow at The Original Festival of Food Trucks at the Connect Center in Washington, IL! While you’re enjoying incredible food, stop by the Freedom Paws booth, meet our team, and learn how we’re changing the lives of Veterans and First Responders—one service dog at a time.
We’ll be collecting donations to help train life-changing service dogs, and every dollar gets us one step closer to another successful placement. ❤️🐶
Grab a bite, say hello, and help us make a difference. We can’t wait to see you!

Poker Run, Cruise-In, Bags Tournament
2027-06-26 10:00 - 19:00
Poker Run ~ Bags Tournament ~ Cruise-In
10 -11 Poker Run Registration
11:00 Bags Tournament
11:15 Morning Prayer
11:30 KU / Poker Run
2:00-4:00 Cruise-In Awards
Contact Info. Denise at 815-252-6742
Location The Buffalo Nickel, Rutland IL
