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Legislator Anker Celebrates Independence Day with the Village of Shoreham

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By Published: July 05 2017

LongIsland.com

On Tuesday, July 4th, Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker joined the Village of Shoreham at their annual Independence Day celebration.

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Photo by: Office of Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker

Shoreham, NY – July 5, 2017 – On Tuesday, July 4th, Suffolk County Legislator Sarah Anker joined the Village of Shoreham at their annual Independence Day celebration. The holiday began with a parade through the village and included festivities that lasted throughout the day.
 
“The 4th of July is a time to celebrate our country’s independence, and to thank the men and women in our military that fight every day to protect our freedom,” said Legislator Anker. “I would like to thank the Village of Shoreham and Mayor Ed Weiss for hosting this wonderful celebration each year. I am proud to be a part of this special event.”
 
Following the parade and ceremony, there was a celebration at the Village Hall that included a Children’s Olympics, annual softball game, bicycle decorating awards, and hotdogs and ice cream. For more information about the Village of Shoreham, please visit www.villageofshoreham.org.