Knoxville American Legion — 250th birthday party for the USA, June 27

Harvey Schofield of the Knoxville American Legion joins Galesburg's Morning News to preview the Legion's big June 27 celebration — a "parking lot party" marking both America's 250th birthday and the Legion's 50th year in its current building. The event is Saturday, June 27, with doors open at noon at the Knoxville American Legion. Topics covered in this interview: Live music all day — J&J Entertainment noon-3 p.m., 90 Proof Stew 3-6 p.m., and Whiskey Ridge 7 p.m. until close Food trucks on site — Big Cats and Carnival Delight, starting at noon Kids activities — free bounce house, video gaming bus, and face painting Patriotic decorating contest for side-by-sides and golf carts — cash prizes, no entry fee Beer can golf for adults — $10 entry fee First 100 people through the bar get to pull from a pull tab board for cash and prizes A historical display inside marking the Legion's 50th year in the current building How the Legion maintains 160-180 members and what makes Knoxville's post welcoming The Legion's Friday night food specials and hall rental availability How veterans can join the Legion — now open to all who have served, not just wartime vets   🎧 Subscribe to Galesburg's Morning News on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. For more information or to inquire about hall rentals and membership, contact the Knoxville American Legion at (309) 289-2315. [caption id="attachment_702552" align="aligncenter" width="683"] The Knoxville American Legion is hosting a 250th birthday party for the USA on Saturday, June 27, starting at noon. (Photo provided)[/caption]