June 8, 2020 – Allenton, WI – The Allenton Volunteer Fire Department and American Legion Post 483 have announced “due to the COVID-19 virus and the uncertainty ahead, American Legion Post 483, Allenton American Legion Auxiliary and the Allenton Fire Department have decided to cancel the Allenton Picnic August 14 – August 16, 2020.”
The statement went on to say, “… where State of Wisconsin and Washington County will be in regards of large gatherings in August, we feel this is the right decision to make for our 2020 Picnic. The American Legion Post 483 and Auxiliary along with the Allenton Fire Department have a mission to protect and serve our community. Your safety and the safety of our personnel are more important than our picnic in 2020.”
According to co-chair Chris Mayer the Allenton Picnic is a major fundraiser. The funds help with operating cost, equipment maintenance, supporting Badger Boys State and Girls, scholarships and purchasing firefighting equipment.
The Picnic Committee will still be holding the Big Ticket Raffle. Tickets are available from members of the Allenton Fire Department and American Legion and Auxiliary.
