Family-friendly fun, including a performance by the renowned Jesse White Tumblers, a demonstration by the Bloomingdale Police K-9 Unit, a “Touch-a-Truck” display, the Traveling World of Reptiles show, giveaways and more will be featured at a FREE Children’s Safety Expo hosted by State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett), State Representatives Jennifer Sanalitro (R-Hanover Park) and Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) on Saturday, August 29.
Children’s Safety Expo
Saturday, August 29
9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
Stratford Middle School
251 Butterfield Drive
Bloomingdale, IL 60108
“This free event is a great opportunity for families to spend a morning together, have some fun and learn important safety information,” said Lewis. “From nutrition and fire safety to meeting the police officers and first responders who serve our communities, there’s something for everyone. We’re especially excited to welcome the Jesse White Tumblers and Traveling World of Reptiles, and I hope families will join us for a fun and informative morning.”
Admission is free, and giveaways will be available throughout the event.
Demonstration Schedule
- 9:00 AM: Bloomingdale Police K-9 Unit
- 9:30 AM: Jesse White Tumblers
- 10:00 AM: Traveling World of Reptiles
- 11:30 AM: Stardom Dance Academy
- 12:00 PM: Drawing and giveaways
An interactive “Touch-a-Truck” exhibit will also be featured at the Safety Expo. Kids are invited to see, touch and even get behind the wheel of their favorite squad car, fire truck, snowplow and more. Local professionals will be available to answer questions about the equipment they use and the work they do.
“We’re bringing together an outstanding group of organizations that are ready to connect with families and provide helpful resources, answer questions, and share important safety information,” added Lewis. “With interactive activities, demonstrations and plenty of opportunities for kids to explore, this will be a fun and engaging event for the whole family. We look forward to seeing everyone there!”
Expo participants (subject to change)
2 Better Health Chiropractic; Bartlett Police Department; Bartlett Street Department; BeSmart; Birth to Five Illinois; Bloomingdale Character Counts; Bloomingdale Fire Protection District; Bloomingdale Kindercare; Bloomingdale Park District; Bloomingdale Police Department; Bloomingdale Police K-9; Bloomingdale Public Library; Bloomingdale Public Works; Commonwealth Edison; DuPage County Health Department; DuPage County Highway Department; DuPage County Regional Office of Education; DuPage County Sheriff’s Office; DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office; DuPage Forest Preserve Police; Endeavor Health; Field Museum; Forest Preserve District of DuPage County; Huntington Learning Center; Illinois Department of Transportation; Illinois Secretary of State Organ Donor; Illinois Secretary of State Police; Illinois Tollway; Itasca Fire Protection District; Jesse White Tumblers; Juice Plus; Meridian Health; Milton Township Highway Department; NAMI DuPage; Nicor Gas; Office of the Illinois Attorney General; Office of the Illinois Treasurer; PACE; Parents as Teachers; Roselle Fire Department; Roselle Police Department; Sparkles Entertainment; Stardom Dance Academy; Superior Ambulance; The Arc of Illinois; Traveling World of Reptiles; University of Illinois Extension; U.S. Army; Wheaton Police Department; YouthCare; YWCA Metropolitan Chicago; and more.
For more information about the event, please contact Julie at jlmceinc@aol.com.
