6TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION FOR ENGLEWOOD COMMUNITY’S SENIORS AND VETERANS


6TH ANNUAL CELEBRATION FOR ENGLEWOOD COMMUNITY’S

SENIORS AND VETERANS

Saturday, February 8th, 2025@ 11:45 AM (Press Availability)

Kennedy King College, 740 W. 63rd Street, Chicago, Illinois (U Building)

 

(Chicago, Ill) – Chicago’s 16th Ward Alderman Stephanie Coleman will be joined by Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, President Toni Preckwinkle, and other elected officials as they will honor and serve over 400 Military Veterans and Seniors. The event is being held as part of the 16th Ward’s 6th Annual Appreciation Luncheon for its Veterans and Seniors.

"There has always been an enormous respect and acknowledgement to our veterans from the Englewood community. We felt as part of our sixth year hosting this event that we should honor the bravery of specific veterans who have served in previous wars protecting the borders of our nation” says Alderman Coleman

This year 100 year old Vergia Jones, along with nine other military veterans and community leaders will be honored for the brave sacrifice to the military and to their community respectively.

Alderman Coleman adds, "To have this powerful 100 year old African American female as one of our honorees is so amazing. Mother Vergia Jones means so much to all of us.This speaks to the enormous history and impact that black women have had on our neighborhoods. This will be a true Black History moment."

In partnership with the Neighborhoods Promise Organization and NFP, over 400 attendees will enjoy a live band, photo booth, door prizes and a program tailored for Seniors and Veterans.

The Valentines Luncheon was started by Committeewoman Coleman prior to her being elected Alderman. The event has grown each year. Several service agencies will be on hand to offer information to the veterans and seniors. Those agencies include but are not limited to the U.S. Census Bureau, Oak Street Health and Veterans Affairs.

Alderman Coleman, along with several elected officials, will take the time to serve meals to the veterans and seniors. They will also address the mass audience by reflecting upon the heroic experiences of so many veterans who risk their lives defending and protecting the borders of the United States.

Among invited guest include, but not limited to:

Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson

Cook County Board President Toni Preckwinkle

Cook County Commissioner Michael Scott

Chicago City Treasurer Melissa Conyears-Ervin

State Senator Willie Preston

Chicago City Clerk Anna M, Valencia

Ciruit Court Clerk Myrianna Spyropoulos


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