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Hwang To Deliver Keynote Speech At Fairfield Independence Day Event

FAIRFIELD, Conn. – A patriotic tradition started more than 120 years ago will continue once again when the Fairfield United Veterans Organization hosts its annual Independence Day celebration Saturday on the grounds of Fairfield’s historic Town Green.

The celebration, which is co-hosted by the Eunice Dennie Burr Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, is scheduled to begin at 10 a.m.

State Sen. Tony Hwang (R-28) will deliver the keynote speech. While the town’s fireworks display will light up the night sky Friday, the Saturday ceremony provides a meaningful and moving opportunity to celebrate the historical significance of this great American holiday, according to a press release.

“It’s a really nice and historic event in town,” said Joe Bender, president of the Fairfield United Veterans Organization, in a press release. “It’s a wonderful opportunity to show your patriotism for the United States of America.”

Bender, who has been involved with the event for 12 years, is a U.S. Army veteran of the Vietnam War and Commander of VFW Post 9427.

“I am honored to have been asked to speak at this Fourth of July ceremony and I look forward to delivering remarks that celebrate the importance of our veterans and Independence Day to our town, our nation and to our way of life as citizens of the United States,” Hwang said in a press release. “I hope the community will join us for the celebration and help carry on this important tradition.”

A highlight of the celebration will return this year when members of Fairfield Teen Theater will read the Declaration of Independence, dressed in traditional garb of the day, according to a press release. Following the ceremony, the Eunice Dennie Chapter of the DAR will host an open house at the Old Fairfield Academy. Refreshments will be provided.

The Town Green is at the corner of Old Post and Beach roads in downtown Fairfield.

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