Posted on 09/06/2006 6:15:43 PM PDT by SandRat
WASHINGTON, Sept. 6, 2006 – Waxhaw, N.C., will be awash in red, white and blue Sept. 9, as the town holds a Freedom Walk and “Waving Patriotism” event to commemorate the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks and honor servicemembers, past and present.
Hosted by Flags Across the Nation, a nonprofit group that promotes patriotism, the events and walk will begin with a welcome ceremony at 11 a.m. near the town’s Memorial Wall and fire station and conclude at 5 p.m.
Those attending are encouraged to write letters and create patriotic art for the troops. They can also brush up on flag etiquette, including how to properly fold an American flag, as well as recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
While the activities are geared toward children, adults -- and pets -- are invited to participate, event organizers said in a news release. In addition, anyone with a flag in need of a proper retirement can bring it to a designated collection point during the event.
A flag retirement ceremony is planned for the same evening at 7, the release said. The American Legion will hold the ceremony at the Museum of the Waxhaws.
Flags Across the Nation is a member of America Supports You, a Defense Department program highlighting ways the American people and the corporate sector support the nation’s servicemembers.
The Waxhaw walk is one of more than 120 similar walks being held in all 50 states to remember those who lost their lives Sept. 11 and to honor America’s military veterans, past and present. Local events around the country parallel the Washington, D.C., Freedom Walk scheduled for Sept. 10 and sponsored by the America Supports You program.
Information for people interested in organizing Freedom Walk observances in their communities is available at the America Supports You Freedom Walk Web site.
| Related Sites: Flags Across the Nation Freedom Walk America Supports You |
Sounds like Patriotism is making a comeback to me.
Waxhaw, NC ping
Waxhaw is a charming town, and the Museum of the Waxhaws commemorates Andrew Jackson, who might have been born in these parts (right across the street from where my daughter was taking riding lessons) if he wasn't born in South Carolina.
So it's near Charlotte, then, TC?
About 20 miles SSE of Charlotte. Nice rural area with lots of open space and true God-fearing Americans. A little slice of heaven ... (and not far from my own home!)
About 12 miles outside the city limits, and a steady growth of upscale subdivisions, but still rural. How long that will last, I don't know. Waxhaw has kept its distinctive character so far, and I hope that will continue.
I'm in another Charlotte suburb, 12 miles from Waxhaw. I know the distance exactly, because my husband and son have run from here to there, early on a Sunday morning :-).
Show-off! :P
NC ping?
Not me ... I always drive to Waxhaw :-). It's kind of scary, because the county has built a traffic circle at about the halfway point.
Ah, got it. There's a traffic circle down in Pinehurst, and I agree, those things are possibly a good idea on paper, but in reality, they're intimidating. Maybe it's some kind of virility test or something.
Heard this on the radio today:
KINSTON
A 9/11 biker ride fund-raiser will be held beginning with registration from 8:30-9:30 a.m. Sept. 9, at Neuseway Nature Center. Kickstands go up sharply at 10 a.m. Rides last approximately one hour. Cost is $10 per rider, $5 per passenger, which includes a meal ticket and door prize ticket. Food will be provided following the ride. Win door prizes and take a change on a 50/50 drawing. Proceeds will benefit the SALUTE! Tribute Show honoring America’s veterans. SALUTE! will be held Nov. 4. For more information, call (252) 468-3934.
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