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This 4th of July will be like none other; with full orchestra, 100 voice choir, a Marine Corps Color Guard, a military flyover,
special guest speakers, soloists and the St. Andrews Legion of Pipes and Drums.
Come for an All-American outdoor picnic. Admission is free. Concessions are available.
July 4th 1:00pm
at Vista del Lago
1960 Old Tavern Road Powhatan, Virginia
A symphony orchestra and choir will perform a two hour patriotic concert
plus the St. Andrews Legion of Pipes and Drums.
Among the selections are America the Beautiful, God Bless America
Stars and Stripes Forever, the 1812 Overture
and many more as you have never heard them before.
This event will run from 1-5 pm. It is picnic style so bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets.
Food concessions are available. We are expecting a large crowd so come early to find a good spot on the lawn.
Formal flag raising, static displays, a 5k run/walk will take place at 9:00 am. Runners can register online
at www.RRRC.org. For more information on the run call
Kevin O'Conner at (804) 378-6268. A military flyover will begin the concert at 1:30 pm.
Following the concert there will be an aerial demonstration by a World War II P-51 Mustang then
a stirring performace by the St. Andrews Legion of Bagpipes and Drums.
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Paul Galanti was a prisoner of war for nearly seven years in North Vietnam's infamous Hanoi Hilton complex. Since his return in February 1973,
he has continues to serve his country in many different fields. Today, Galanti actively supports Families of the Wounded Fund, coming to the aid of wounded
soldiers and their families. Galanti states "It's the most rewarding thing I've ever done."
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Lee Ware has a long history of serving his community both in the classroom and in the political sphere. Currentyly, he is serving his sixth term in the
House of Delegates from the 65th District. Delegate Ware will read the Declaration of Independence, shedding light on what it meant to the founders
and what it should mean to us today.
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Directions from Midlothian Turnpike (US Route 60) and State Highway 288:
Head west on Midlothian Turnpike (US Route 60) for 14.5 miles fromt 288/60 interchange.
Turn left onto Emmanuel Church Road. 0.4 miles.
Emmanuel Church Road becomes VA-13. Continue straight 5.3 miles.
Turn right onto Old Tavern Road. The party is 0.3 miles on the right.
Click here for a Google Map!
For more information call Clyde Childress at (804) 598-8661.
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