Saturday, May 25th, 2024
RR209 Remembrance Ruck – 7:00 am step off. American Legion, 237 Park Avenue Scotch Plains. Rucking is the foundation of Special Forces training. It is the practice of walking with a weighted rucksack (aka backpack). It implies action, energy, and purpose. Rucking requires strength, endurance, and character — and builds it, too. This 6.5 mile Ruck Walkthrough Fanwood and Scotch Plains will require a 10lb minimum ruck/backpack/weighted vest and boots are encouraged. If interested, please email Joe at Eventspost209@gmail.com. Organized by Fanwood’s own Oshanda Erb.
RR209 Ruck Route
Start at Legion and head down Park Ave (toward Fanwood) La Grande (R) Terrill (R) South Ave (R) Hetfield (L) Crestwood (L) Morse (R) Plainfield (L) Jerusalem (R) Mountain Ave (L) Union Ave (R) Sunset (L) End at American Legion Post 209
Monday, May 27, 2024
Memorial Day Observance – 9:00 AM in front of Fanwood Historic Train Station, North Avenue
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INVOCATION
Lt Col Robert McCallister, 87 Air Base Wing Vice Commander Joint Base McGuire Dix Lakehurst
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
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STAR SPANGLED BANNER
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GREETINGS OF DISTINGUISHED GUESTS
Colleen Mahr, Mayor
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REMARKS
2024 Parade Grand Marshals
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MEMORIAL DAY PROCLAMATION
Mayor Colleen Mahr
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GOD BLESS AMERICA
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LAYING OF WREATHS
We ask that you join in your own silent prayers as we place wreaths to commemorate the sacrifices of the men and women who have given their lives for our freedom.
Fanwood Police Department Fanwood Fire Department Fanwood Rescue Squad
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THREE GUN SALUTE
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TAPS
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BENEDICTION
Lt. Col. Robert McCallister, 87 Air Base Wing Vice Commander, Joint Base McGuire Dix Lakehurst
Monday, May 27, 2024
Memorial Day Parade – Begins 10:45 AM in Scotch Plains, proceeds south on Park/Martine Avenues through downtown Fanwood. Brian and Father David Santos, co Grand Marshals, local organizations, marching bands, local dignitaries.
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