Special Mission
Blue Star Mothers Lights of Honor
Tree Decorating and Lighting Ceremony
All Military Branches
Rochester, NY - 12/01/2024
Mission applies to the following Region(s):
Region 1, region 2
About the Mission:
Once again, we have been invited to participate in the Blue Star Mothers Lights of Honor tree decorating and lighting event. We will stand a flag line out front for the guest's arrival, then move inside to stand a flag line as ornaments, which honor family members and friends for their service to our nation, are placed on the tree.
Primary Staging Date and Staging Time:
12/01/2024 at 01:15pm
Staging Location:
Blue Cross Arena
1War Memorial Square
Rochester, NY 14614
Lead Ride Captain and Contact Info:
Dave Nichols
Special Covid-19 Mission Guidelines:
Updated 15, May 2024
The CDC has changed its COVID-19 protocol recommendations for 2024, updating them to reflect the changing severity and transmission of the virus. Please click here for the latest information and continue to practice common sense distancing protocols while in enclosed locations.
Special Information:
We will form a flag line outside (depending on weather) for the arrival of honored veterans, families of those deployed and other guests. At about 1:45 pm, we will re-assemble inside for a 2 pm ceremony. It is rumored that representing WW II is a 102 year old nurse!
Is there a Second Stage to this Mission?
no
Submitted by:
dave nichols
rs 11/26; MER