ATTLEBORO - The Attleboro Republican City Committee will sponsor a free summer cookout social from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Friday, July 25 under tents at the Blais home, 1420 County St.

Members, friends of the committee and the public are welcome to join the committee for a summer cookout.

The theme is red, white and blue and will include a special "Welcome Home" presentation to member Mark DesLauriers, who has been serving our country overseas.

Also, many of the Republican candidates running in this November's election will be attending, including: State Sen. Scott Brown, City Councilor George Ross, a candidate for state representative, Bob Heroux, a candidate for probate court and Jon Rockwood, a candidate for state senate.

A "thank you for serving" gift will be given to any members of the Attleboro City Council who attend. About half the council is expected. Families can enjoy a variety of games. Free raffles will be offered every half hour. For more information, call Attleboro GOP chairman Howard Bibeault at 508-223-4435.