Mt. Olivet Veterans' Gravestone Cleaning Workshop May 17

Memorial Day Event - May 27, 2021 - DetailsLast year, Mt. Olivet was honored to host dozens of American Legion Post #143 volunteers and friends who placed flags at close to 500 U.S. Military Veteran’s gravesites, then gathered together to salute a bright new U.S. flag donated by the American Legion.  This year, we’re working on an even bigger Memorial Event, subject to change as planning proceeds and the virus situation becomes more clear.  Note: CDC virus protection guidelines will be closely followed.Thursday, May 27th Schedule9 to 11am:  Grass edged around Veteran gravestones… volunteers welcome to bring tools to help1 to 2pm:  Flags placed at Veteran gravesites by American Legion Post #143 volunteers and friends2 to 3pm:  Gather at American Legion Flag Pole to…- hear a few stories about our brave soldiers- salute as a bright, new American flag is raised- remember brave ones as “Taps” is playedAll Are InvitedWe invite families and friends of American Legion Post #143, other local American Legions and VFWs, Cedar Cliff JROTC Cadets, Mt. Olivet families and friends, local church congregations and organizations, anyone who would like to honor the memory and achievements of our brave soldiers.More InformationMore information about what’s going on at Mt. Olivet and updated event details are available on our website and via upcoming newsletters.  You can also email us with questions and suggestions.Mt. Olivet Cemetery 					Phone: 717-774-2150198 Old York Road						Email: info@MtOlivetCemetery.orgNew Cumberland /						Website: MtOlivetCemetery.orgFairview Township, PA 17070

Mt. Olivet Cemetery

Come join us on May 17 for a hands-on workshop where we'll be cleaning the gravestones of our Mt. Olivet veterans!

Mt Olivet Cemetery Association

Mt. Olivet Veterans' Gravestone Cleaning Workshop May 17Come join us at Mt Olivet Cemetery for a hands-on workshop dedicated to honoring our veterans. Learn how to properly clean and maintain gravestones of our fallen heroes. It's a great opportunity to give back to those who have served our country and help preserve their memory for future generations.Elaine Brinley has led volunteers in cleaning over 100 gravestones of veterans and their families to date. We have hundreds more to go!Wear work clothes. We'll supply cleaning solvent (the same used at Arlington National Cemetery), protective eye wear, brushes, and other needed materials.Sign-up for the May 17 Workshop here. Or sign-up for the May 22 Workshop on the page for that event.

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