Members of the Blue Star Banner program in Crystal Lake celebrated the grand opening in June of the newly revitalized Depot Park, the beautiful gathering space and self-proclaimed “front yard” of the community located in downtown Crystal Lake right next to the Metra train station. One of the highlights of the event was the solemn […]
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Depot Park Opens with Rededicated Veterans Memorial
Posted: June 14, 2026 Categories: Community, Events
BSB Program Presents Banners to Families
Posted: December 08, 2025 Categories: Community, Events
On December 4th, 2025, a Banner Presentation Ceremony was held at City Hall to present Blue Star Banners to the families of our most recent honorees. Mayor Haig Haleblain gave banners to the families of Marine Corps Cpl Estevan Correa, Army National Guard Sgt Michael Anthony Garcia, Navy EMN2 Nathaniel Leali, Army National Guard Spc […]
Read MoreKnights of Columbus Donation
Posted: July 17, 2025 Categories: Community, Sponsorship
We received a delightful surprise at our committee meeting on Wednesday July 16! Mark Kuczera came to our meeting with his wife, Eleanor, so that he could present the BSB Program a $500 donation from the Elizabeth Ann Seton Knights of Columbus. We are extraordinarily grateful to them for their generous donation!
Read MoreMcHenry County Patriot Run 2025
Posted: July 17, 2025 Categories: Community, Events
Patriot Run Race Director Trudy Wakeman presented the BSB Program with a check last week. We are so grateful to everyone involved in the planning and execution of this race, which benefits our program as well as Veterans Path to Hope. Thank you all!!!
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