Arlington To Recognize Scout Centennial
The Arlington 4th of July Association today announced plans to recognize the local current and past adult and youth members of the Boy Scouts of America on the occasion of their 100th year anniversary celebration.
Parade Association spokesperson June Owens, in making the announcement, said “It is appropriate in keeping with this year’s parade theme ‘America: Yesterday, Today and Forever’ that we pay special tribute to the Scouts. They have participated in every Arlington 4th of July parade since its inception 45 years ago.”
The 45th Annual Independence Day Parade will begin at 9:00 AM on July 3 this year because the 4th falls on a Sunday.
“We are extending invitations to all of the Scout Units throughout North Central Texas to participate in the pre-parade presentation of colors and singing of our National Anthem. It will be great practice too for scouts participating in their upcoming Washington, DC centennial event.” Owens said.
“Scouts and Scouters in uniform carrying 3X5 American and BSA Unit flags will line the center of the street throughout the parade route and present colors at 9:00 AM as the National Anthem is sung by the estimated 50,000+ parade audience.”
“Scout Unit Leaders may obtain additional information and register their unit and its’ members on-line at www.TejasDistrictColorGuard.org who are assisting in the coordination of the pre-parade activity for us.”
“All Scouts and Leaders who pre-register and participate in the pre-parade activity will receive a complimentary souvenir patch commemorating the occasion.”
“We will be making an announcement on the Public Address system inviting all current and past members of the Boy Scouts to step to the center of the street as well for the National Anthem” Owens said. “So dig out those old uniforms and join us for this special celebration.” she concluded.
Arlington’s Independence Day Parade is recognized as one of the largest in the State of Texas and is recognized nationally. Its’ volunteer organizers combine City of Arlington and local support to promote this true, old fashioned community and family oriented parade where citizens may demonstrate patriotism in celebrating the USA’s Independence. For additional information and to get involved visit the official website at www.arlington4th.org.
Contact: Dr C W Spencer - (817) 446-4327
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