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Please check back regularly for schedule updates. Please note: Event in blue are free and open to the public. Events held outdoors are subject to suitable weather conditions |
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| Monday – May 11 |
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6:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M. – National Museum of the Marine Corps Exhibit
Will feature displays that detail major conflicts and other milestones in Marine Corps history. (O’Hare International Airport, Terminal 3) |
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8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. – Marines Clean Up Levin Park
Marines will volunteer at the local park and clean up debris, lay down new mulch and put down fresh topsoil on the athletic fields. (5458 W. Kinzie St., Chicago, IL) |
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8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. – Combat Weapon Session with the Chicago Police Department
Marines will conduct sessions with the Chicago Police Department to familiarize them with state of the art combat weapons. (133 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago IL) |
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8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. – Combat Weapon Session with the Braidwood Police Department
Marines will conduct sessions with the Braidwood Police Department to familiarize them with state of the art combat weapons. (Braidwood Police Department, Braidwood, IL) |
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8:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. – Equipment Display at Marie Curie High SchooL
Marine Corps operators will provide an inside look of a HIMARS vehicle for faculty and students. (4959 S Archer, Chicago, IL) |
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8:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. – Equipment Display at Lakes Community High School
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of a helicopter for faculty and students. (1600 Eagle Way, Lake Villa, IL) |
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9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at College of Lake County
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of an Osprey for faculty and students. (19351 West Washington St., Grayslake, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Wrestling Clinic at Nequa Valley High School
Will feature Marine Corps wrestling and martial arts demonstrations for students and faculty. (2360 95th St. Naperville, IL) |
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10:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. – Marine Week Dedication Ceremony at Daley Plaza
Will feature City of Chicago officials, Brigadier General Melvin G. Spiese (Chicago native), the Marine Corps League, a pinning ceremony to honor Marine families and veterans, and performances by the 29 Palms Marine Band and Color Guard. Event is free and open to the public. (West Washington St., Chicago, IL) |
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12:15 P.M. - 1:30 P.M. – Musical Performance at V.J. Andrew High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (9001 W. 171st St.T Tinley Park, IL) |
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1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. – Musical Performance at Niles North High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (9800 N. Lawler Ave. Skokie, IL) |
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3:40 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. – Marine Week Dedication Ceremony with American Airlines
Will feature the dedication of an American Airlines gate in honor on the United States Marine Corps (O’Hare Airport, Terminal 3) |
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5:00 P.M - 7:00 P.M. – Boxing Team Clinic with the Chicago Youth Boxing Club
Will feature Marine Corps boxing demonstrations with participating youth. (2300 S. Millard Ave, Chicago, IL) |
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5:00 P.M - 7:00 P.M. – Wrestling Clinic at Gilbert Grappling Gym
Will feature Marine Corps wrestling and martial arts demonstrations. (17145 S. 66th St. Tinley Park, IL) |
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5:00 P.M.- Volleyball Clinic at the Sky High Athletic Center
Will feature Marine Corps volleyball demonstrations. (220 Exchange Dr. Ste F, Crystal Lake, IL) |
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5:30 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. – Wrestling Clinic at Argo High School
Will feature Marine Corps wrestling and martial arts demonstrations for students and faculty.(7329 W. 63rd St. Summit, IL) |
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6:00 P.M. - 8:00 P.M. – Oswegoland Optimist Club Speaking Engagement
A Marine will share his experiences with club members. (Tap House Grill, 123 Washington St., Oswego, IL) |
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| Tuesday – May 12 |
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6:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M. – National Museum of the Marine Corps Exhibit
Will feature displays that detail major conflicts and other milestones in Marine Corps history. (O’Hare International Airport, Terminal 3) |
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8:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. – Marines Volunteer at Riis Park
Marines volunteer to lay down mulch and new brick for a gathering area at the park. (6100 W. Fullerton Ave, Chicago, IL) |
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8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. – Combat Weapon Session with the Chicago Police Department
Marines will conduct sessions with the Chicago Police Department to familiarize them with state of the art combat weapons. (133 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago IL) |
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8:00 A.M - 3:00 P.M. – Boxing Team Clinic with Proviso West High School
Will feature Marine Corps boxing demonstrations with participating students. (4701 W. Harrison St. Hillside, IL) |
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9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. – Wrestling Clinic and Martial Arts Demonstration at Waukegan High School
Will feature Marine Corps wrestling and martial arts demonstrations. (2325 Brookside Ave., Waukegan, IL) |
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9:00 A.M. – 10:00 A.M. – Musical Performance at Bollingbrook High School
The United States Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony features "The Commandant's Own," The United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, The United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, and the Color Guard from Historic Marine Barracks, Washington, DC will perform for faculty and students. (365 Raider Way Bollingbrook, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. -12:00 P.M. – Musical Performance at Clemente High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (1147 North Western Ave. Chicago, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. – Combat Weapon Session with the Streamwood Police Department
Marines will conduct sessions with the Streamwood Police Department to familiarize them with state of the art combat weapons. (Streamwood Police Department, Streamwood, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at Thornton High School
Marine Corps operators will provide an inside look of a HIMARS vehicle for faculty and students. (15001 Broadway, Harvey, IL) |
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10:30 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Musical Performance at Highland Park High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (433 Vine Ave. Highland Park, IL) |
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11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at Motorola
Marine Corps operators will provide an inside look at a CH-53 helicopter and a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV), and will have demonstrations by military working dogs and the Infantry Battalion Weapons Display. (1301 E. Algonquin Rd, Schaumburg, IL) |
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11:45 A.M. - 12:45 P.M. – General Officer Panel Discussion at the Chicago Booth Graduate School of Business, University of Chicago
General Officer discussion with faculty and students. (5807 S. Woodlawn Ave. Chicago, IL) |
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3:30 P.M. – Volleyball Clinic Bloom High School
Will feature Marine Corps volley ball demonstrations. (101 W. 10th Street,Chicago Heights, IL) |
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5:30 P.M. – 6:30 P.M. – Wrestling Clinic and Martial Arts Demonstration at Naperville Central High School
Will feature Marine Corps wrestling and martial arts demonstrations. 440 Aurora Ave., Naperville, IL) |
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6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. – Performance at Oak Park and River Forest High School Stadium
Will feature the Silent Drill Platoon, “The Commandant’s Own” - The Marine Drum and Bugle Corps. Event is free and open to the public. (201 N. Scoville Ave., Oak Park, IL) |
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| Wednesday – May 13 |
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6:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M. – National Museum of the Marine Corps Exhibit
Will feature displays that detail major conflicts and other milestones in Marine Corps history. (O’Hare International Airport, Terminal 3) |
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8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. – Marines Volunteer at Cornerstone Community Outreach Center
Marines volunteer to load in and organize the food storage pantry and to serve food and dine with residents. (4628 N. Clifton Ave., Chicago, IL) |
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8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. – Combat Weapon Session with the Chicago Police Department
Marines will conduct sessions with the Chicago Police Department to familiarize them with state of the art combat weapons. (133 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago IL) |
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8:30 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Performance at Bremen High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (15203 S. Pulask Rd., Midlothian, IL) |
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9:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at Sears Holdings
Marine Corps operators will provide an inside look at a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) and an Osprey. (3333 Beverly Rd., Hoffman Estates, IL) |
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9:30 A.M. - 12:30 P.M. – Equipment Display at WILCO Area Career Center
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of a CH-53 helicopter for faculty and students. (500 WILCO Blvd., Romeoville, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. – Combat Weapon Session with the Streamwood Police Department
Marines will conduct sessions with the Streamwood Police Department to familiarize them with state of the art combat weapons. (Streamwood Police Department, Streamwood, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at Mt. Carmel School
Marine Corps operators will provide an inside look of a HIMARS vehicle for faculty and students. (6410 S. Dante, Chicago, IL) |
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10:30 A.M. - 1:30 P.M. – Equipment Display at Bremen High School
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of a CH-46 for faculty and students. (15203 S. Pulask Rd., Midlothian, IL) |
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1:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. - Noble Street Charter School Speaking Engagement
Will feature a Marine General Officer and the Noble Street Charter School JROTC program. (1010 N Noble St. Chicago, IL) |
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2:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. – Wrestling Clinic at Bremen High School
Will feature Marine Corps wrestling and martial arts demonstration. (15203 S. Pulaski Rd., Midlothian, IL) |
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2:00 P.M. - 3:30 P.M. – Martial Arts Demonstration at Soldier Field
Marines will present a full martial arts demonstration on the Soldier Field concourse. This event is free and open to the public. (1410 S. Museum Campus Dr. # 2, Chicago, IL) |
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3:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M. – Musical Performance at Soldier Field
Will feature performances by the Silent Drill Platoon, “The Commandant’s Own” - The Marine Drum and Bugle Corps. Event is free and open to the public. (1410 S. Museum Campus Dr. # 2, Chicago, IL) |
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4:00 P.M - 6:00 P.M. – Boxing Team Clinic at Davis Gym
Will feature Marine Corps boxing demonstrations with participating patrons. (4430 S. Marshfield St. Chicago, IL) |
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4:30 P.M.- 6:30 P.M. – Wrestling Clinic and Martial Arts Demonstration at Round Lake High School
Will feature Marine Corps wrestling and martial arts demonstrations. (800 High School Dr., Round Lake, IL) |
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6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. – Martial Arts Demonstration at Soldier Field
Will feature Marine Corps martial arts demonstrations. Event is free and open to the public. (1410 S. Museum Campus Dr. # 2, Chicago, IL) |
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6:00 P.M - 7:00 P.M. – Boxing Team Clinic at Trumble Boxing Gym
Will feature Marine Corps boxing demonstrations with participating patrons. (2400 East 105th St. Chicago, IL) |
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7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. – Musical Performance by the Marine Corps at Soldier Field
Will feature performances by the Silent Drill Platoon, “The Commandant’s Own” - The Marine Drum and Bugle Corps. Event is free and open to the public. (1410 S. Museum Campus Dr. # 2, Chicago, IL) |
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7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. – Musical Performance at Bremen High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (15203 S. Pulask Rd., Midlothian, IL) |
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| Thursday – May 14 |
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6:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. – National Museum of the Marine Corps Exhibit
Will feature displays that detail major conflicts and other milestones in Marine Corps history. (O’Hare International Airport, Terminal 3) |
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8:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. – Combat Weapon Session with the Chicago Police Department
Marines will conduct sessions with the Chicago Police Department to familiarize them with state of the art combat weapons. (133 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL) |
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8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at Purdue/Calumet University
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of Cobra and Huey helicopters for faculty and students. (2200 169th St., Hammond, IN) |
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8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at East Aurora School
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of a CH-53 helicopter for faculty and students. (500 Tomcat Ln., Aurora, IL) |
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8:30 A.M. - 2:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at Waukegan High School
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of a CH-46 for faculty and students. (2325 Brookside Ave. Waukegan, IL) |
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8:55 A.M. - 10:40 A.M. – Musical Performance at Alan B. Shepard High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (13049 Ridgeland Ave., Palos Heights, IL) |
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9:00 A.M. - 3:30 P.M. - Marines Volunteer with Habitat for Humanity
Marines volunteer to help with a Habitat for Humanity construction project. (4519 S. Lanon St. Chicago, IL) |
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9:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. – Musical Performance at Proviso East High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (807 S. 1st Ave., Maywood, IL) |
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9:35 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. – Musical Performance at King Prep High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (4445 S. Drexel Blvd. Chicago, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at Whitney Young School
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look at a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV). (211 S. Lafin St. Chicago, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. – Combat Weapon Session with the Naperville Police Department
Marines will conduct sessions with the Naperville Police Department to familiarize them with state of the art combat weapons. (Naperville Police Department, Naperville, IL) |
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1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. – Musical Performance at Amundsen High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (5110 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL) |
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1:30 P.M. – Volleyball Clinic at Marian Catholic High School
Will feature Marine Corps volleyball team demonstrations with participating faculty and students. (700 Ashland Ave., Chicago Heights, IL) |
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1:00 P.M. - 2:00 P.M. – Musical Performance at Amundsen High School
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform for faculty and students. (5110 N. Damen Ave. Chicago, IL) |
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4:00 P.M - 6:00 P.M. – Boxing Team Clinic at Davis Gym
Will feature Marine Corps boxing demonstrations with participating patrons. (4430 S. Marshfield St. Chicago, IL) |
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6:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M. – Martial Arts Demonstration at the University of Chicago
Will feature Marine Corps martial arts demonstrations with the Sorority Community of the University of Chicago (1212 East 59th St., Chicago, IL) |
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| Friday – May 15 |
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8:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M. – Equipment Display at Proviso West High School
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of a CH-53 helicopter for faculty and students. (4701 W. Harrison St. Hillside, IL) |
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8:30 A.M. - 11:30 A.M. – Equipment Display at Dundee Crown High School
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look of a helicopter for faculty and students. (1 Charger Country Dr. Carpentersville, IL) |
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8:30 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. - Equipment Display at Eisenhower High School
Marine Corps aviators will provide an inside look at a Marine helicopter for faculty and students. (12700 Sacramento Ave, Blue Island, IL)
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10:00 A.M. - 10:00 P.M.– Marines at Navy Pier
Will feature robotics, technology and vehicle displays, the National Museum of the Marine Corps exhibit, Martial Arts and Combat Fitness demonstrations, and the 29 Palms Marine Band. Activities are free and open to the public. (600 East Grand Ave., Chicago, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 12:00 P.M.– Equipment Display at Benito Juarez High School
Marine Corps operators will provide an inside look of a Light Armored Vehicle (LAV) for faculty and students. (2115 S. laflin St., Chicago, IL) |
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11:00 A.M. - 1:00 P.M. – Martial Arts Demonstrations at Chicago Moves Day
Will feature Marine Corps martial arts demonstrations for the public as part of Chicago Moves Day at Daley Plaza. Event is free and open to the public. (West Washington St., Chicago, IL) |
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12:00 P.M. - 7:00 P.M – Marines at Arlington Park Racetrack
Will feature aircraft, robotics, technology and vehicle displays in the Arlington Park parking lot. Event is free and open to the public. (2200 W Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights, IL) |
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2:00 P.M. - 4:00 P.M. - Media Interview Opportunities with Brigadier General Melvin Spiese, General Officer for Marine Week Chicago
Brigadier General Spiese will be available for one-on-one media interviews at Navy Pier. To request a time please contact Lt. Kristin Dalton at Kristin.dalton@usmc.mil (Navy Pier) |
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2:30 P.M. - 4:30 P.M. – Musical Performance at Arlington Park Racetrack
Will feature a performance by the 29 Palms Jazz Band. (2200 W Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights, IL) |
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3:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. – Musical Performance at the Navy Pier Dock Street Stage
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform at the Navy Pier Dock Street Stage. Event is free and open to the public. (600 East Grand Ave., Chicago, IL) |
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6:00 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. – Musical Performance at the Armed Forces Ball
The 29 Palms Marine Band will perform at the Armed Forces Ball at the Union League Club of Chicago. (65 West Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL) |
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| Saturday – May 16 |
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10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. – Marines at Navy Pier
Will feature robotics, technology and vehicle displays, the National Museum of the Marine Corps exhibit, Martial Arts and Combat Fitness demonstrations, and the 29 Palms Marine Band. Activities are free and open to the public. (600 East Grand Ave., Chicago, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. – Marines at Arlington Park Racetrack
Will feature aircraft, robotics, technology and vehicle displays in the Arlington Park parking lot. Event is free and open to the public. (2200 W Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights, IL) |
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11:00 A.M. - 1:30 P.M. – YMCA Black and Hispanic Achievers Program Speaking Engagement
Will feature a senior Marine sharing their experiences and discussing leadership skills. (1 E. Jackson Blvd. Rm. C100, Chicago, IL) |
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6:00 P.M - 8:00 P.M. – Marine Corps League Reception at Navy Pier, Rooftop Terrace
Reception will feature performances by the Color Guard and the 29 Palms Marine Band. By invitation only. (600 East Grand Ave., Chicago, IL) |
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8:00 P.M - 9:30 P.M. – Musical Performance at Navy Pier, Skyline Stage
Will feature Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, “The Commandant’s own” The Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and the 29 Palms Marine band. Event is free and open to the public. (600 East Grand Ave., Chicago, IL) |
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| Sunday – May 17 |
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7:00 A.M. - 11:00 A.M. – Musical Performance at Chicago Spring Half Marathon
Marine Corps runners will participate in the race and the 29 Palms Marine Band will perform. (Race start at Wacker Drive and finish at Lake Shore Park, Chicago, IL) |
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10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. – Marines at Navy Pier
Will feature robotics, technology and vehicle displays, the National Museum of the Marine Corps exhibit, Martial Arts and Combat Fitness demonstrations, and the 29 Palms Marine Band. Activities are free and open to the public. (600 East Grand Ave., Chicago, IL) |
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11:15 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. – Marines at Arlington Park Racetrack
Will feature aircraft, robotics, technology and vehicle displays in the Arlington Park parking lot. Event is free and open to the public. (2200 W Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights, IL) |
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12:00 P.M. - 2:30 P.M. – Special Marine Demonstrations at Arlington Park
Will feature Marine Corps Color Guard, “The Commandant’s Own” - The Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and Marine Corps Aircraft Demonstrations. Arlington Park entrance fees apply. (2200 W Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights, IL) |
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6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. – Performance at Arlington Park Racetrack
The United States Marine Corps Battle Color Ceremony features "The Commandant's Own," The United States Marine Drum & Bugle Corps, The United States Marine Corps Silent Drill Platoon, and he Color Guard from Historic Marine Barracks, Washington, DC. Event is free and open to the public. (2200 W Euclid Ave., Arlington Heights, IL) Event will begin at the conclusion of the final race once the field has been cleared. |