Rochester, MN (KROC AM News) - The Rochester Elks Lodge is inviting the public to its annual event in recognition of Flag Day.

The event will be held Wednesday at the Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial. It’s scheduled to begin at 5:30 p.m.  A brief award ceremony will also be held for the three 7th grade students who won this year’s Americanism Essay Contest.

After the Flag Day event, a free picnic dinner will be held at the Soldiers Field Clubhouse, catered by Charlie’s Eatery and Pub.

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