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Fallen Soldiers Picnic 2018
Posted on Tuesday, May 15, 2018 at 4:53 PM

The Fallen Soldiers Picnic will be held on May 26, 2018, from 3:00-9:00 pm at Gravel Pit Park in North East, PA. The lantern lighting and release will be from 8:30-9:00 pm. A National Anthem and Honor Guard Ceremony, live bands, Fallen Soldiers Picnic merchandise sales, and auction and raffles will be at the event. Entry donation will be $10 for entrance, $5 for Veterans, Active Duty, and children 12-6 years of age, and children under 5 are free. Admission covers 1 food ticket, drink, parking, and live bands.

In 2011, the family and friends of fallen soldier Sgt. Donal Oaks, KIA in 2003, started a community-wide event to honor the soldiers from the community who sacrificed their lives for freedom during OIF/OEF and after 2003 as well as those from our community who have lost their battle with PTSD as a result of their service. The picnic also provides an opportunity for the community and our Veterans to bond together.

Honoring the Fallen, Honoring the Families of the Fallen, and Honoring our Brave Warriors, Past and Present
   
 

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