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ROCKFORD — Comfort Keepers will celebrate the annual National Day of Joy on Wednesday with a free community celebration at Anderson Japanese Gardens.

The event includes a musical performance from Rockford-based singer and songwriter Emily Hurd. There will also be ice cream, refreshments and games.

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The event is scheduled to take place from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday at Anderson Gardens, 318 Spring Creek Road.

The National Day of Joy was created five years ago by senior caregivers as a way to emphasize the importance of seniors finding joy in life. The goal is to emphasize the importance of being joyful to improve one’s sense of well-being.

For more information on Comfort Keepers’ celebration, call 815-229-9100.