Sunday, June 27, 2010 4:57 am

Veterans and members of the community are invited to attend a special event on Thursday, July 1 honoring the United States of America and its armed forces.

The annual First Freedom Festival includes a barbecue meal, patriotic service, and reception – complete with watermelon and ice cream. 

Dinner begins at 5 p.m. in the FBC-Woodbury Madden Fellowship Hall, followed by the service at 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. The event is free and open to the public, however, the church asks that those attending please RSVP by calling 615-563-2474.

FBC Woodbury is located at 413 West Main Street in Woodbury. For more information visit www.firstbaptistwoodbury.com.