On Saturday July 28th the Friends of Gorgas Park and The 21st Ward Veterans Assoc along with Pack and Troop 334 welcomed World War II, Korea and Vietnam Veterans from the Coatesville Veterans Hospital and local Posts to the Tenth Annual Veterans Tribute Concert. Many neighbors and families came out on the beautiful and sun filled morning in the park to thank the men and women who gave so much of themselves for us all. The Merion Band provided their musical talents, the Philly Phanatic was in attendance for photos and fun, the Ridge Runners had there hot rods on site as well as local entertainment. We even had a visit from the Philadelphia Fire Department. Complimentary meals were provided by local businesses and families, with the addition this year of the Mission BBQ catering truck. There were a few booths set up supporting both the military and local businesses. We had a booth set up to tell people about the awesome changes coming to Scouting and to encourage families to join us. The Pack was represented by Kyler, Tyler and Jacob. Zak, Mason and Jonathan represented the Troop. As always our leadership and a few parents were running around too. Thank you Jeff and Janet Wong, Barb Watson, Fury Colubriale, Denise Mullen, Sue Wienand, Adrian Hoppel, Marisol Ramos, Heather White, Keith Humphreys, Bill and Mary Ann Dunn. The families of 334, the Friends of Gorgas Park and the 21st Ward Vets have established a wonderful and fruitful partnership bringing the community youth and adults together for a better future without forgetting the importance of our past.
(photos: Bruce Hoffman 21st Ward Vet and man who creates it all, some of our local vets, The Marion Band, Mary Ann Dunn talked her way into the truck! Sadly, no photos were taken of our recruitment booth)
