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South Plainfield, NJ 2017

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May 14, 2017May 21, 2017

Monument Park South Plainfield, NJ

May 14 – 21, 2017
Monument Park, Plainfield Ave. (Across from Spring Lake Park)

One hundred and fifty U.S. flags will stand in solemn formation at Monument Park this coming May. This stirring display will bring the South Plainfield community together in a patriotic tribute to honor our Veterans, our military and our first responders. Each flag represents an individual and tells a story. Flags may be sponsored to honor individual veterans. The event is the perfect opportunity for all of us to remember and honor our many heroes who served to protect us all. Proceeds will benefit the South Plainfield Food Pantry. Read More…


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Field of FlagsOne hundred and fifty U.S. flags will stand in solemn formation at Monument Park this coming May. This stirring display will bring the South Plainfield community together in a patriotic tribute to honor our Veterans, our military and our first responders. Each flag represents an individual and tells a story. Flags may be sponsored to honor individual veterans. The event is the perfect opportunity for all of us to remember and honor our many heroes who served to protect us all. Proceeds will benefit the South Plainfield Food Pantry.

Healing Fields of HonorIt is an experience hard to describe, but never to be forgotten. We invite all to visit the South Plainfield Field of Honor® display and walk with us among the posted flags. The display is open to all without charge. Don’t miss it!

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Available Business Sponsorship Packages/Form:

Hero Sponsor – $1,000

  • 7 Flag kits
  • Logo recognition on event banner and posters and in event program
  • Recognition in event program, website, SP Observer & TAPInto as Hero Sponsor

Freedom Sponsor – $750

  • 5 Flag kits
  • Logo recognition on banner and posters at event
  • Recognition in event program, website, SP Observer & TAPInto as Freedom Sponsor

Liberty Sponsor – $500

  • 3 Flag kits
  • Recognition in event program, website, SP Observer & TAPInto as Liberty Sponsor

Citizen Sponsor – $250

  • 1 Flag kit
  • Recognition in event program, website, SP Observer & TAPInto as Citizen Sponsor

If you are interested in sponsorship please call 908-295-8748

Benefiting Charities:
South Plainfield Social Services Food Pantry
Hosted By:
Family of SPC Ryan T. Rhoads
Local Organizing Committee:
Project Chair: Barbara Rhoads & Hannah Rhoads
Co-Chair/Treasurer: Barbara Rhoads
Fundraiser Chair: Barbara Rhoads
Program Chair: Hannah Rhoads & Cody Storm
Volunteer Chair: Andrew Rhoads
Field Coordinator Chair: Trent Rhoads

In the News

In The News

May 2017 Field of Honor Raises Over $5K for South Plainfield’s Department of Social Services
TAPintoSouth Plainfield
In addition to serving as a patriotic tribute to the men and women who have or currently defend our country, South Plainfield’s inaugural Field of Honor, held last month at Monument Park, also raised much-needed funds to benefit a local agency.

Final Preparations Under Way for South Plainfield’s Inaugural Field of Honor
TAPinto South Plainfield
South Plainfield’s inaugural Field of Honor is less than a week away and organizer Hannah Rhoads is busy ironing out all the final details. A large delivery came last week and, on Saturday, May 13, volunteers will head to Monument Park to begin the assembly and placement of 150 flags.

Courage, Commitment, Service and Sacrifice Recognized at South Plainfield’s Inaugural Field of Honor
Middlesex County News
South Plainfield’s Monument Park last week served as the backdrop for the borough’s inaugural Field of Honor, 150 American flags displayed in a sea of red, white and blue as a tribute to all servicemen and women, veterans and first responders.

Flag Orders, Sponsorships Being Accepted for South Plainfield’s May 2017 Field of Honor
TAPinto South Plainfield
South Plainfield resident Hannah Rhoads, 16, with the backing of the Boyle Memorial Foundation, will host an inaugural Field of Honor in the borough during Armed Forces Week 2017 (May 14-20). Part of a national movement run by the non-profit Colonial Flag Foundation (CFF), the event will celebrate the United States and pay tribute to all servicemen and women, veterans and first responders.

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Details

Start:
May 14, 2017
End:
May 21, 2017
Event Category:
Website:
https://www.healingfield.org/southplainfield17/

Venue

Monument Park
Monument Park
South Plainfield, NJ 07080 United States
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Website:
https://www.healingfield.org/southplainfield17/