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Police, Fire Summer Games Saratoga--The 2001 California Police and Fire Summer Games, hosted this year by the San Jose Police Department, will be held Aug. 11-18 at venues throughout the area. Athletes from police and fire departments throughout California will compete in over 60 Olympic-style events. There will be a fireworks show at San Jose Municipal Stadium on Aug. 16 following the finals of the baseball competition. There will also be a memorial event in honor of those police officers and firefighters who have lost their lives in the line of duty on Aug. 17 during the boxing event at the San Jose Arena. Admission is free and the community is encouraged to attend. Call 408. 272.9751. [ San Jose | Metroactive Central | Archives ]