REMINDER: Poppy Plaza opening & community celebration today

Calgary, AB – A community celebration to mark the official opening of Poppy Plaza will be held Saturday, June 8, 2013 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. A ceremonial contingent will be included in the formal program scheduled to begin at 11:30 a.m. Members of the military and veterans will be present.

“We want to invite all Calgarians to join us in honour of the men and women who have made great sacrifices in service to our country,” said Anne Charlton, Director of Parks, City of Calgary. “Poppy Plaza is a beautiful public space that encourages reflection and thanks for the freedoms and peace we are afforded today.”

All Calgarians are invited to this free celebration event which will include live music courtesy The Calgary Highlanders Pipe Band, light refreshments (while available), and a military vehicle and weapons static display.

Donations of non-perishable food items for the Calgary Veterans Food Bank will be thankfully accepted.

Please note on-site parking is not available. Bike racks will be on-site to accommodate cyclists.

What: Poppy Plaza Opening Event and Community Celebration

When: Saturday, June 8, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Where: Poppy Plaza, 1111 Memorial Drive NW

Who: Mayor Naheed Nenshi, City of Calgary
Colonel Boehli, Commander 41 Canadian Brigade Group
Alderman Druh Farrell, City of Calgary
Anne Charlton, Director of Parks, City of Calgary

Poppy Plaza is part of The Landscape of Memory project which commemorates citizens who have served to protect our freedom and security. The themes of remembrance, legacy and history are found throughout the Memorial Drive redevelopment.

For more information please visit Calgary.ca

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