Showmen’s Rest

The following message came in an email about the Chicago area celebration during International Clown Week…

JOIN US FOR THE 15th ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF (INTER)NATIONAL CLOWN WEEK AT SHOWMEN’S REST

From August 1 thru August 7, clowns all over the world will be clowning around for International Clown Week. We are the official Chicagoland location in celebration of this event.

This event is a loving and festive remembrance of circus artists past, held in the nation’s most well known final resting place for circus artists, remembered especially for the elephant statues and roustabout headstones. This event includes speakers, laying of flowers, circus arts performances, lots of fun stuff for kids including activities and entertainment, PRIZES, snacks and refreshments, and many many clowns. Bring lawn chairs or blankets and a youthful attitude.

FREE event and open to the public; all ages welcome :o)
FREE prizes, games and entertainment
FREE food and refreshments, Vegetarian option available
**There are no animals at this event.

Performers (clowns, acrobats, jugglers, etc) are welcome to come in costume and share your talents at the end of the ceremony. This event is open to all.

Sunday August 3rd, 1-3pm, FREE, all ages.
Woodlawn Cemetery, 7750 W Cermak Rd, Forest Park IL.
East of Des Plaines Ave. Western end of cemetery.

Want more info?
Check out the official event website:
http://performforthelove.com/showmensrest

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