This week Viewfinder got a back stage tour of the upcoming La Grange Fire Department, 300 W. Burlington Ave., open house.  Firefighter Eric Jaeger took Viewfinder around the firehouse and gave us a preview. The event takes place between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m.

Here's the schedule of events for the day:

11:00- 11:45     Visit from Sparky

11:30-12:30     Hot dogs and refreshments served. Popcorn served throughout the duration of the open house.

12:00-2:00      "Anthony the Balloon Guy"

12:00-12:30     House Burn Demonstration

12:30-1:00       Station Tour

1:15-2:00         Visit from Sparky

2:15-2:45         Station Tour

2:30-3:00         House Burn Demonstration

2:30-3:00         Visit from Sparky

3:00                 Announce Coloring Contest Winners

Running throughout the event are the following:

• Blood pressure screening by a paramedic student
• T.V. with educational videos played
• Kids shooting water at plywood house with assistance from fire department personnel
• Unfortunately there will not be a fire extinguisher demonstration this year

Click on the pictures and get a sneak peak of the event. Of course, the highlight will be the fire demonstrations and should not be missed.