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On December 15th, 2018 we will be placing wreaths on graves of our veterans, at the Cemetery of the Alleghenies. This year, Homewood Platoon has secured a coach bus to transport volunteers, including some of Homewood's youth. The wreath laying ceremonies will take place from 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM in Bridgeville. Afterwards, we will be returning to the Homewood YMCA and hosting a holiday celebration where volunteers will be asked to connect with local youth, participate in activities with them, and share stories of their military experience and continued service. ***The coach bus is limited to 40 seats. FIRST REGISTERED WILL RECEIVE PRIORITY.*** The event logistics are as followed: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM Meet at Homewood field (Willie Stargell Field - 547 N Lang Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15208) - free coffee. hot chocolate and donuts will be served 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM Travel to the National Cemetery of the Alleghenies; ***Charter bus will be leaving sharply at 10 AM**** 11:15 AM - 1:00 PM Wreaths Across America ceremony/Wreath laying 1:00 PM - 1:15 PM Load back onto charter bus 1:15 PM - 2:00 PM Travel to Homewood YMCA 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM Holiday celebration featuring DJ Tuffy Tuff at Homewood YMCA - free food for registered attendees IT IS VERY IMPORTANT TO REGISTER ONLINE FOR THIS EVENT DUE TO LIMITED SEATING AND ENSURING WE HAVE ENOUGH FOOD. If you have any questions or issues registering, please contact Derrick Clark @ 412-689-3585 or email Derrick at DClark@missioncontinues.org
Type
Support Event
What To Wear
It is December in Pittsburgh and we will be outside with limited access to shelter. So be prepared for anything.
What to Bring
A positive attitude and a desire to serve.
Inclement Weather
Rain, snow, or shine.
Event Contact
When and where
Date
December 15, 2018
Time
09:30 AM - 05:00 PM (EST)
Location
Stargell Field
540 N. Lang Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15208
Parking Information
There is free street parking at the Homewood location where bus departure takes place.
