Romeoville Man To Smash Cement For Charity At Bolingbrook Fest

ROMEOVILLE, IL — A Romeoville martial arts master will attempt a "world class" breaking demonstration at next weekend's Bolingbrook Fall Fest, all for charity. Grandmaster H. Thomas Cameron will try to break 65 slabs of cement in 1 minute in an effort to raise money for the Romeoville American Legion.

The stunt will be part of Bolingbrook Fall Fest, being held from 3-7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 28 at the Bolingbrook Recreation & Acquatic Complex, 200 S. Lindsey Ln. Cameron's demonstration is slated to begin at about 4 p.m. Saturday, Cameron told Patch.

Cameron is a Romeoville resident who is a world-renown martial arts practitioner. He is one of the world's foremost practitioners in Dim Mak, also known as the Chinese Death Touch. His claim to be able to knock someone out without making physical contact has even landed him on the television show "Ripley's Believe It Or Not." Cameron is also a member of the USA Martial Arts Hall of Fame.

At the event, Cameron will attempt to break through 65 cement slabs in under 1 minute, using his hands or head. Cameron will also sign copies of the book "The World's Greatest Martial Artists" following the event. Proceeds from the event and signing will benefit the Romeoville American Legion, according to a flyer for the event.

The event is just one of a number of entertainment and activities planned for the Bolingbrook Fall Fest. There will also be pumpkin bowling, an ultimate Nerf zone, archery, wall climbing, bingo, live music and fireworks. Food vendors including Domino's Pizza, Best Truckin' BBQ and others will also be on hand.

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