About Us
Celebrating our nation's independence since 1911
The Lake Bluff 4th of July Committee is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. All gifts are tax deductible to the extent provided by law.
The Committee
The Parade is sponsored by the Lake Bluff 4th of July Committee with assistance from American Legion Post 510. The members of the volunteer Board of Directors produce Lake Bluff's communitywide patriotic parade on the 4th of July.
Our planning process starts in September and relies on the welcome assistance of fifty additional dedicated volunteers and strong support from the Village Board, Police Department, Public Works as well as our partners.
We hold meetings monthly, but it's not all work and no play. We savor the efforts of our partners at the Firemen's Ball and the Kiwanis Club's Pancake Breakfast.
Join Us
A handful of director terms on our board expire every year and we have shorter tasks on parade day and at other times of year.
Al Trefts,
President
Megan Michael,
Secretary & Communications
Cristina Flores,
Treasurer
Deb Dintruff,
President Emeritus
Claire Abrahamson,
Data Management
Elizabeth Biederman
Book Production
George Chemers,
Information Technology
Amy Connell-Donohue,
Photography
Shawn Gore,
Social Media
John Minichiello,
Logistics
Bill Raymoure,
Sponsorship
Andrew Rosa,
VIP Management
George Russell,
Logistics
Charlie Spencer,
Information Technology
Carrie Steinbach,
Book Production
Melissa Williams,
Communications
Our Partners
Five Lake Bluff Service Organizations, working together, insure that the Fourth of July will always be a special holiday in our community. The 4th of July Committee's objective is "To provide an entertaining celebration of our nation's successful struggle to become and remain independent, designed to be positive, family friendly, safe and supportive of local commerce, social and service clubs". The five Lake Bluff organizations who independently conduct their own community activities but collectively volunteer their talents to the Lake Bluff 4th of July Committee are:
Partner with us
All events are funded by the Committee through annual fund raising efforts that include: donations, parade book advertisements, sponsorships and parade entry fees.
Lake Bluff Fire Department
Lake Bluff's Volunteer Fire Department hosts the 42nd Fireman's Ball the night of July 3 at the Lake Bluff Park District and also invites many fire companies to join the parade.
Kiwanis Club of Lake Bluff & Lake Forest
Kiwanis Club of Lake Bluff & Lake Forest serves an annual 4th of July Pancake Breakfast. All funds raised are donated to local charities.
Boy Scout Troop #42
Boy Scout Troop 42 hand deliver the Parade Books, volunteer in the Children's parade, assist the Color Guard, and share a parade spot with Cub Scout Pack 42.
Lake Bluff Park District
The Park District float features summer campers and staff. The golf course, pool, and beach are all fully staffed for a festive 4th.
Village of Lake Bluff
The Village of Lake Bluff has made the 4th of July holiday a success by assisting in planning efforts, ensuring public safety for all of the events, and providing hands-on operational support.
Contact Us
Mailing Address
Lake Bluff 4th of July Committee
PO Box 211
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Phone
You can reach us at: (847) 721 - 3141
For general inquiries, email us at: info@lb4july.org