6 Ideas for a More Festive Memorial Day

PEKIN, Ill. – For most people, Memorial Day means the beginning of summer and all that comes with it. Celebratory cookouts will take place; boats will enter the lake for the first time in months. There are sure to be fireworks and parades, but does your party need a little extra something this year? Try our 6 ideas for a more festive Memorial Day and you wont be sorry. Good food, fun crafts, and easy decorations, what more could you ask for?

Get your party started with some easy do-it-yourself decorations:

These fun mason jar centerpieces are sure to be a hit with your party guests:

Keep the cutlery in order with these festive DIY tin can containers:

Don’t forget about the kids. When they’re not playing outside they’ll need something to keep their little hands busy:

These fun cupcake liner fireworks are an easy craft that kids can do on their own:

These patriotic hats are a simple way to keep the kids busy:

Don’t forget about the most important part of the day! The food:

This Mexican-style grilled corn is a fun and delicious twist on an all-American classic:

Finish off the day with this pretty and delicious, red, white, and blue fruit pizza:

Enjoy a fun and safe Memorial Day weekend! We hope our 6 ideas for a more festive Memorial Day will inspire you during this patriotic holiday! Now that summer has officially arrived, do you have any family trips coming up? Make sure your vehicle is in great working condition before you head out on your adventures! Schedule an appointment with our service center online or call (888) 221-2804. Our ASE certified technicians will make sure everything is running smoothly. If you’re looking for a new ride this summer, you might want to consider the differences between buying vs. leasing. We’ve broken down the pros and cons of each on our new pages. You can also check out the How to Buy and How to Lease pages for more information about how each process works.

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7 Grilling Safety Tips You Should Know

PEKIN, Ill. – Memorial Day weekend is just the around the corner and so is grilling season, if you haven’t started already. During the warmer months, there’s no better meal then one made over the grill. If you haven't yet, you can try out these mouthwatering grilling recipes that we blogged about last week! While grilling is fun to do and a great way to get everyone together, safety should still be on your mind. Here are 7 grilling safety tips you should know this season to keep you and your loved ones happy and healthy. 

1. Propane and charcoal grills should always be used outdoors and away from your home, camper, or other large structures while you’re cooking. It’s important to keep them out from under tents or awnings as well.
2. Make sure your grill is stable before use. Check to see that all four corners are evenly flat on the ground. This will ensure that your grill won’t tip over while cooking.
3. Children and pets should never be playing around a grill. Don’t take a chance of anyone getting burned. As a general rule, kids and animals should stay at least 4 feet away from the grill while it is in use.
4. Don’t leave your grill unattended. When you’re ready to start cooking, make sure you bring everything you need from the house outside so you’re not making trips back and forth.
5. Use proper barbecuing utensils. Grilling utensils have extra long handles that make food handling easier and safer. These utensils help avoid burns and splatters.
6. Be prepared for anything. In case of a fire, you should have a plan ready. For a grease fire you can use baking soda. Also have a fire extinguisher ready, or if you don’t have one of those, a bucket of sand or a garden hose.
7. Don’t ever try to move a grill while it’s hot. Once the grill is lit, it shouldn’t be moved. Moving a grill is not safe because you could easily get burned or the grill could tip over. 

Please remember these 7 grilling safety tips and enjoy your delicious food! Another way to keep your family happy and healthy, is by making sure your family vehicle gets the Spring Car Care it needs this season. Visit our website and learn about the important maintenance tips your tires, wipers, and car fluids need for the spring season. Schedule your season service appointment at Velde Ford today.

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Crazy Kabob Recipes for Memorial Day

PEKIN, Illi.– Is it your turn to tame the grill this Memorial Day? If your family and friends are giving you grief because they don’t want to eat the traditional hamburgers and hot dogs, give them something to write home about and try out some of these crazy kabob recipes for Memorial Day! You could say these kabobs are outlandish, but we prefer out-of-this-world! Take a look for yourself:

Antipasto Salad Kabobs

Steak Fajita with Cilantro Pesto Kabobs

Low Country Boil Kabobs

Honey and Beer Glazed BBQ Chicken Kabobs

Pineapple Chicken Kabobs

When your guests notice the absence of bland burgers and hot dogs, smiles will stretch across their faces and you’ll be glad you opted for these crazy kabob recipes for Memorial Day! Something else that might make you smile is a New Ford Car or New Ford Truck parked in you driveway, and we have a huge inventory for you to choose from at our Tremont Area Ford Dealer!

At Velde Automotive Group, we are committed to providing our customers with an unbeatable level of service and a great car buying experience. Feel free to visit either of our dealerships, Velde Ford  at 2200 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554 or Velde Cadillac Buick GMC is located at 2220 North 8th Street, Pekin, IL 61554.

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