USA 250 Celebration – Village of Warrens

Warrens Celebrates America’s 250th Birthday

A Night of Fun, Family, and Community Spirit!

The America 250 Committee hosted a special Community Movie Night in celebration of America’s 250th birthday, in partnership with the Warrens Area Fire District.

On July 17, 2026, families, friends, and neighbors gathered at the Warrens Area Fire District for an evening filled with entertainment, activities, and community connection.

The movie was displayed outdoors on the side of the Warrens Area Fire District building, creating a fun summer experience where residents could relax, enjoy time together, and celebrate this historic milestone as a community.

The summer of 2026 brought some challenging weather conditions, including extreme heat, high humidity, and air quality concerns related to wildfires to our north. Even with these challenges, many community members came out to enjoy the evening and celebrate together.

Their attendance was a wonderful reminder of what makes Warrens special — neighbors supporting neighbors, coming together in celebration, and creating memories that will last for years to come.

🎬🍿 Movie Night Celebration

Guests enjoyed an outdoor showing of “GOAT” while spending time with family and friends.

Before the movie began, children and families enjoyed a variety of activities throughout the evening.

🎉 Event Activities

Kids’ Activities:
Children enjoyed:

🏰 A bounce house
🏃 Two inflatable obstacle courses
🎨 Coloring and activity sheets
⭐ A temporary tattoo station

🐐 Petting Zoo Fun:
A special thank you to Leslie Moseley for bringing goats for children to pet and feed. This was a fun and memorable addition to the evening and gave kids the opportunity to enjoy a hands-on experience with the animals.

🖍️ Creating a Piece of Warrens History

As part of the America 250 celebration, attendees had the opportunity to help create a special keepsake for the future.

Community members of all ages were invited to color and sign a commemorative banner that will be placed in the Warrens America 250 Time Capsule to be opened in 50 years.

This special project gave residents the chance to leave their mark and share a piece of this celebration with future generations of Warrens.

🍿 Food & Concessions

Guests were able to enjoy refreshments throughout the evening thanks to the support of community partners.

Concessions included:

🍿 Free popcorn donated by Ho-Chunk Movie Theatre
🍬 Candy
💧 Water
🥤 Soda

Thank you to Ho-Chunk Movie Theatre for their generous popcorn donation and to the Warrens Area Fire District for providing concessions during the event.

🚒 Community Partnership

A special thank you goes to the Warrens Area Fire District for partnering with the America 250 Committee and providing the location for this special community celebration.

Their building provided the perfect setting for an outdoor movie experience, and their support helped make this event possible.

We appreciate the dedication, time, and commitment of the members of the Warrens Area Fire District and thank them for everything they do to support our community.

❤️ Giving Back to Our Community

As part of the America 250 celebration, the America 250 Committee presented the Warrens Area Fire District with a $950 donation.

The funds were raised through the sale of “Warrens Strong” T-shirts, with proceeds supporting the fire district and the important work they do for our community.

Thank you to everyone who purchased a shirt and helped make this donation possible. Your support shows the strong community spirit that makes Warrens such a special place.

❤️ Thank You to Our America 250 Supporters

The America 250 Community Movie Night was made possible through the incredible generosity and support of local businesses, organizations, and community members.

We sincerely thank all of our sponsors, donors, and supporters who helped make this special celebration possible. Your contributions helped provide a fun, family-friendly event for the Warrens community as we celebrated America’s 250th birthday.

🎁 In-Kind Supporters

We would also like to recognize those who provided goods, services, and support that helped make the event a success:

Chippewa Valley Backyard Bouncers — provided a $150 discount on the inflatable activities enjoyed by children during the event.
Ho-Chunk Movie Theatre — generously donated free popcorn for attendees.
Mosquito Bros — sprayed the event grounds twice to help control mosquitoes and make the outdoor event more enjoyable.
Leslie Moseley — brought goats for children to pet and feed, creating a fun and memorable experience for families.

🎥 America 250 Celebration Presentation

As part of the America 250 Community Movie Night celebration, a special presentation was created to recognize the generous sponsors, supporters, and community members who helped make this event possible.

The presentation includes a thank-you to our sponsors and supporters, along with photos and facts highlighting the history, character, and community spirit of Warrens as we celebrate America’s 250th birthday.

We invite you to view the presentation and learn more about the organizations and individuals who helped make this celebration a success.

View America 250 Sponsors, Supporters, & Warrens History

Thank you to all of our volunteers, committee members, sponsors, supporters, and community members who helped make this celebration possible. Your generosity and community spirit helped bring neighbors together to celebrate this historic milestone.