SONS OF AMERICAN REVOLUTION TO HOLD FLAG DAY CEREMONIES

The Sons of the American Revolution Chapter of Las Cruces will be holding Flay Day ceremonies On Sunday, June 14, 2009 at 10:00 a.m. at the Munson Center, 975 South Mesquite Street in Las Cruces. The public is encouraged to attend the event.

The ceremony will consist of three parts: first, the posting of the American flag in front of the Munson Center; second, a brief talk about the history of the American flag given by members of the Las Cruces Chapter of the Sons of the American Revolution; and finally, a respectful and proper retirement of older flags that are no longer serviceable.

Those attending the ceremonies are encouraged to bring their old flags – whether large or small – for proper disposal.

Flag Day ceremonies participants will be the staff members of the Munson Senior Center, members of VFW 3242, the Vietnam Veterans of America, Scouts from the Boy Scouts of America (Troops 66 and 71 from Las Cruces), and the Sons of the American Revolution.

The week of June 14 is designated as "National Flag Week." During National Flag Week, the president will issue a proclamation urging U.S. citizens to fly the American flag for the duration of that week. The flag should also be displayed on all Government buildings. Some organizations hold parades and events in celebration of America's national flag and everything it represents.

The National Flag Day Foundation holds an annual observance for Flag Day on the second Sunday in June. The program includes a ceremonial raising of the flag, recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance, singing of the National Anthem