2020 WAA Event
This year, in order to comply with Covid 19 restrictions, our Wreaths Across America event will be spread out over a three day period; Thursday, December 17 thru Saturday, December 19. The first two days (Thursday And Friday) are for families and those wishing to place a wreath on one or more specific gravesites. Anyone wishing to volunteer to place wreaths and avoid the congestion on Saturday, is also welcome on Thursday or Friday. Saturday our volunteers will place the remaining wreaths. Masks and social distancing will be required. There will be no public ceremony this year, however, a virtual ceremony will be posted to our website and on social media.
The AT District proudly participates in two annual service projects at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton. In addition to community service, these events are opportunities for both youth and adults to learn about and appreciate the service and sacrifices of those who have given their lives in service of our country, as well as the rich history of the Canton area.
This year, in order to comply with Covid 19 restrictions, our Wreaths Across America event will be spread out over a three day period; Thursday, December 17 thru Saturday, December 19. The first two days (Thursday And Friday) are for families and those wishing to place a wreath on one or more specific gravesites. Anyone wishing to volunteer to place wreaths and avoid the congestion on Saturday, is also welcome on Thursday or Friday. Saturday our volunteers will place the remaining wreaths. Masks and social distancing will be required. There will be no public ceremony this year, however, a virtual ceremony will be posted to our website and on social media.
The AT District proudly participates in two annual service projects at the Georgia National Cemetery in Canton. In addition to community service, these events are opportunities for both youth and adults to learn about and appreciate the service and sacrifices of those who have given their lives in service of our country, as well as the rich history of the Canton area.
Memorial Day Flag PlacementDate: Saturday, May 29th 2021
Location: Georgia National Cemetery 1080 Veterans Cemetery Road Canton, GA 30114 Times: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM Complete information will not be available until a couple weeks prior to the event per the GA National Cemetery admin. For now, plan on attending the day-of. Parking fills ups fast. Arrive early or be prepared to walk a long distance. Suggested is start arriving after 7:00-am. 9:00 am, Placement of Flags, Sections 1, 2, 6, 7, Columbaria and Memorial Garden 9:30-10:00 am, Yonah Brass performs entrance music, Assembly Area 10:00-11:00 am Memorial Day Program, Assembly Area 11:00-11:30 am, Yonah Brass performs exit music, Assembly Area 11:00-12:30 (approximate) crowd dispenses from grounds TIPS: During the opening program, instructions and a demonstration will be given so that Scouts will know the proper procedure and etiquette for placing the flags, however here are a few tips.
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Christmas Wreath PlacementDate: Saturday, December 19th 2020
Location: Georgia National Cemetery 1080 Veterans Cemetery Road Canton, GA 30114 Times: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM Other information about event:
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