Free Continental Breakfast to the first 1,000 spectators.
Coffee donated by Stone Eagle Tavern



The Patriotic Breakfast has been part of the Rockford 4th of July schedule of events for 25 years. Music, speeches and patriotism will be featured. This is the official kick off to the Rockford 4th of July Annual Celebration. This year's key note speaker will be:

Speaker, Author, Radio Personality

 Dr. Marino has an
extensive background in communications and mental healthcare, hosting a
nationally-syndicated call-in radio program in 183 markets for 5 years,
authoring 2 popular books and serving as president of a nationwide network
of over 600 mental health clinicians and treatment facilities.  He
has served as Corporate VP at the world-renown Amen Clinics and as a
senior executive at the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association.

 He has produced
broadcast programming, live events and written materials for such diverse
people as Dr. Laura Schlessinger and PBS-TV’s Daniel Amen, M.D.  As a
popular corporate and public speaker in the areas of personal responsibility,
growth and wellness, Mike calls upon his mental health, communications and
entertainment industry background to frame his presentations with just the
right touch of substance, humor and audience “connection.”  Dr. Marino's
latest book is titled "Anxiety & Depression Boot Camp - Get Your Life
Back Now!" and is available www.TheADbootcamp.com or at Amazon.com.

Donations Needed for our Servicemen & Servicewomen

Please help support our military by bringing the following items to the breakfast:

• lip balm/chapstick
• sun block cream
• neosporin & waterproof bandages
• toothpaste & toothbrushes
• mixed nuts/candies
• protein bars
• travel size games
• slippers
• ID card holders
• individually wrapped snacks
• much, much, more needed!!!