Speaker Welch Wishes All a Safe and Happy Fourth of July

Serving Working Families Every Day

July 3, 2024

WESTCHESTER, Ill. – Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch is wishing all a happy, fun, and safe Fourth of July.

“I want to wish everyone a fun, safe, and happy Fourth of July,” said Speaker Welch. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to celebrate America and express our gratitude to the extraordinary men and women in our military, as well as their families for their sacrifice, dedication, and courage. While spending time with family and loved ones, I hope we all pause to celebrate what makes us American, while also continually striving to make our nation a better, stronger, and more inclusive place to call home.”

Family Fun Around the 7th District

9:30 a.m. Westchester Parade

Begins at the corner of Mayfair & Dorchester and ends at Community Park on Bond Street

10 a.m. Berkeley Centennial Celebration, Fourth of July Bike Parade

Meet at the Kody House, decorations will be available for bike, scooters, wagons, and strollers

10 a.m. Hinsdale Fourth of July Celebration at Burlington Park

Fun, food, and festivities lasting until 4 p.m.

6:30 p.m. Forest Park Fest Event at the Park District

Fireworks at dusk

For more events across the Chicagoland area, click here.

For more information, or to submit your idea, contact Welch's district office at 708-450-1000 or repwelch@emanuelchriswelch.com. You may also visit our website.

Back to School Health Fair

Saturday, July 20, 2024 • 10 AM - 2 PM

Proviso West High School - 4701 Harrison St, Hillside

Get a head start on the new school year with a variety of local service providers offering important health and wellness resources for children and families.

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Congratulations, Speaker Welch!

House Speaker Emanuel ‘Chris’ Welch was recently honored with the 2024 A. Phillip Randolph “Gentle Warrior Award,” a prestigious award reserved for those who are champions for people of color and the most vulnerable. Speaker Welch was celebrated alongside Civil Rights icon, Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., last week at a gala and fundraiser for the National A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum.

Speaker Welch was recently inducted into the Cook County Bar Association Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame recognizes distinguished members of the CCBA and members of the legal community that meet specific criteria, with the highest consideration given to individuals who have practiced law for at least 40 years or who have excelled in the legal profession.