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WHERE IS THIS EVENT?

The field is located on Rt. 72 in Rowlesburg,WV next to one of the most beautiful community parks in this area and along the Cheat River. The photo shows a view taken across from the field and looking towards the park with its pavilions, consession stand, restrooms and playground. Notice how gorgious the flowers and plants look. The Greater Downtown Rowlesburg organization maintains these gardens throughout the year.

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WHEN?    WHAT TIME? 

Saturday  27 June 2009      10 am - 5 pm

 Sunday 28 June 2009       10 am - 3 pm

  

FREE ADMISSION ON THE FIELD

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Thank you for participating in this event:

WV NATIONAL GUARD from CAMP DAWSON

This year we expect even more reenactment units who will attend with period equipment, weapons, Jeeps, trucks, Harley Davidson motorcycles,  GP tents, pup tents and many artifacts on display.

SEVERAL DEMONSTRATIONS ARE SCHEDULED

If you are/your unit is interested in attending this event as reenactors/living historian/vehicle owner, please contact us for more information. You can also fill out, print and sign the form below and mail it to us. You will receive confirmation of your registration.

DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS IS JUNE 10

2009 reenactors registration form

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MILITARIA VENDORS

JASON COBB MILITARY COLLECTIBLES - 304-342-3289

STERLING QUEEN

If you are interested in selling military items complementary to this event, contact us for more information. You can fill out, print and sign the form (2 pages) below and mail it to us. You will receive written confirmation of your registration.

   2009 vendor registration form

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RAFFLE TO SUPPORT THE EVENT

$1 per ticket - $5 for 6 tickets

Portable DVD Player - Power Tool - Mary Kay Products

an many more prizes available

DRAWING JUNE 28 AT 10 AM

Chances also sold at the field

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HOT DOGS - HAMBURGERS - PEPPERONI ROLLS - COOKIES AND DRINKS AVAILABLE ON THE FIELD

PERIOD MUSIC

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HOTEL ACCOMODATION

THE HELDRETH MOTEL is located approx. 10 miles from Rowlesburg on Route 26 South in Kingwood. For information and reservations contact the motel directly at 304-329-1145.

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SPONSORS

Special thanks to our  SPONSORS

ROWLESBURG REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE

BOWYER'S FURNITURE - Kingwood

BROWNING FUNERAL HOME - Kingwood

CLEAR MOUNTAIN BANK - Rowlesburg

HOME MONUMENTAL WORKS - Terra Alta

THE GASTON FAMILY - Morgantown

WESBANCO BANK - Kingwood

NAYLOR'S HARDWARE STORE - Kingwood

PEPSI BOTTELING COMPANY - Fairmont

FOODLAND - Kingwood

SAM's CLUB - Morgantown

BELKO FOODS - Rowlesburg

PRESTON COUNTY INN - Kingwood

TRACTOR SUPPLIES - Kingwood

RIVER ROAD PROPERY for the use of the field

JOE BITTINGER for the use if his PA system

ED EDMUNDS for preparing the field

and to FRIENDS - VETERANS - SUPPORTERS.

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please contact us for more information or print the sponsor/donation form below.

   2009 sponsor/donation form

SATURDAY JUNE 27, 2009

MEET OUR W.W.II VETERANS at 1:30 pm

This is a great opportunity to talk to the men and women who lived through it all.

All W.W.II veterans are invited to join this event and gather in the white tent for refreshments while they talk to visitors or just reminisce about their experiences with other veterans.

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1940's FASHION SHOW by Bill and Linda DONEGAN

Saturday 3 pm at the white tent on the field

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DEMONSTRATIONS THROUGHOUT THE DAY

see schedule at field

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USO DANCE CANCELLED DUE TO INSUFFICIENT TICKET SALE

W.W.II LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND DANCE  Saturday night from 8 pm - midnight 

The famous band Maestros of Swing from Pittsburgh, PA will perform at the Old Rowlesburg High School. 

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Bobby Menear is a direct descendent of the Big Band legendary pioneer Glenn Miller, and loves the music of his heritage.

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SUNDAY JUNE 28, 2009

HOME MADE BREAKFAST AT V.F.W. POST 3008

8 am - 1 pm                   $7.00

biscuits, gravy, potatoes, eggs, bacon, sausage, OJ, milk, coffee, tea

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DEMONSTRATIONS THROUGHOUT THE MORNING

see schedule at field

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WREATH LAYING CEREMONY

1 pm at the Honor Roll Monument

Dedication by Rev. Roy Mick

21 Gun Salute and Taps by VFW Post 578 Terra Alta & Aurora

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MISCELLANEOUS INFO

Hamburgers - hot dogs and drinks available on the field

Community park with pavilions and playground.  Concession stand in park open from 10 am-6 pm

Look at the area accomodation page (from our HOME PAGE) for lodging info at The Heldreth Motel in Kingwood or click here: www.thegreatestgenerationsociety.com\AreaAccomodations

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Check the links page on this site for more info about other interesting sites in Rowlesburg.

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