On December 11 at 9:00 a.m. Wreaths Across America will conduct a wreath ceremony as part of it’s Escort to Arlington at Stanley Park. This is a week long “Veteran’s Parade” between Maine and Virginia starting on December 9, 2012 in Harrington Maine, finishing on December 15, 2012 at Arlington National Cemetery. Their mission is to spread their message about the importance of remembering our fallen heroes, honoring those who serve, and teaching our children about the sacrifices made by veterans and their families to preserve our freedoms. This week of events is made possible by thousands of volunteers who organize local ceremonies, raise funds to sponsor wreaths, and participate in the events. Please join us on December 11 at 9:00 a.m. as Wreaths Across America will conduct a wreath ceremony at Stanley Park. This is the first year in which Stanley Park will have the honor to participate. If you would like to assist us with this honor please call the Park at 413-568-9312 ext. 101 or 102 or check our website for details at www.stanleypark.org. Wreaths Across America is a nonprofit organization founded to continue and expand the annual wreath laying ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery begun by Maine businessman, Morrill Worcester, in 1992.Their mission, Remember, Honor, Teach, is carried out in part by coordinating wreath laying ceremonies in December at Arlington, as well as veterans’ cemeteries and other locations in all 50 states and beyond. To learn more about Wreaths Across America please visit their website at WreathsAcrossAmerica.org