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The First Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K Run took place on July 1, 2017 in the heart of the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood at Wentworth Park located on 57th & Narragansett. The event was established to honor and remember First Responders and Military Personnel who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for the safety of our communities and country. Our goal is to continue the legacy of our fallen heros through this event. Through proceeds from the event TRI-BUILDERS, NFP makes a donation to the following Charitable Organizations.
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The Annual Garfield Ridge Stars & Stars 5K Event is Hosted by:
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4th Annual 2021 Garfield Ridge Stars and Stripes 5k Run
20th Anniversary of 9/11
“Today, our fellow citizens, our way of life, our very freedom came under attack in a series of deliberate and deadly terrorist acts”.… those infamous words by President George W. Bush
This year we will honor all the fallen hero's of 9/11. This year marks the twentieth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks on our Country. We will never forget those who perished during this terrorist attack on our Nation. The sight of Policemen and Firefighters rushing to help the victims after American Airlines Flight 11 and United Airlines Flight 175 crashed into the Twin Tower’s will be forever stained within our memories. Along with the fatal attack that took place in New York, the Pentagon was attacked by hijacked United Airlines flight 77, and the brave souls who lost their lives on United Airlines flight 93 by stopping the plane from crashing into our Capitol.
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3rd ANNUAL 2019 Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K was in Honor of FF/EMT/ASR JUAN BUCIO
On Monday, May 28, 2018, Firefighter Juan Bucio answered a call when boaters saw a person jump into the Chicago River. During the search attempt, Firefighter Bucio became separated from his partner and lost communication. About 20 minutes later, Chicago Police Department Marine Unit Divers pulled him from the water, and he was rushed to Stroger Hospital where he later passed away. Firefighter Bucio is survived by his two sons. |
CFD Fire Fighter Juan Bucio
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CPD Officer Benjamin Perez
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2nd ANNUAL 2018 Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K was in Honor of Officer Benjamin Perez
Officer Benjamin Perez was struck and killed by a commuter train while conducting a stakeout on the west side. Officer Perez is a 4 year veteran of the Chicago Police Department; He is survived by his wife, Michele; children, Katarina, Benjamin, and Rebecca; parents, Angel and Catalina; and siblings, Guillermina, Jose, Hermelinda, Andrea and Elena. Officer Perez and his partner were on a railroad trestle above Spaulding Avenue when a train approached. Officer Perez's partner was able to jump to safety, but Officer Perez was pulled underneath the passing train. |
FIRST Inaugural 2017
Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K
Southwest Chicago Post
"And the Winner Is: Garfield Ridge First-ever Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K Run a Success"
"Smashing all expectations, the inaugural Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K Run appears to be a win-win for the neighborhood, as well as the surrounding Southwest Side area." - By Joan Hadac (Click HERE for full news article)
Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K
Southwest Chicago Post
"And the Winner Is: Garfield Ridge First-ever Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K Run a Success"
"Smashing all expectations, the inaugural Garfield Ridge Stars & Stripes 5K Run appears to be a win-win for the neighborhood, as well as the surrounding Southwest Side area." - By Joan Hadac (Click HERE for full news article)
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May 19, 2018 TRI-BUILDERS, NFP in partnership with the Chicago Park District was very excited to host the first ever USAT Splash & Dash Event in the Southwest Side of Chicago.
What is a Splash and Dash? A Splash and Dash is a sport that combines running and swimming in a fun event! This event will take place in the beautiful Garfield Ridge Neighborhood at Wentworth Park. The swim portion of the event will take place at the Kennedy High School pool, and the run course will take place outdoors in Wentworth Park. |
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