June 1, 2009

SUBJECT: Honor America Slated For June 28

            College of the Ozarks will host the 20th annual Honor America Celebration the evening of Sunday, June 28 on campus.  With great music, food, children’s activities, Uncle Sam and dazzling fireworks, Honor America is a great way to begin Independence Day festivities. 
           
            It all begins with a kids activities and a picnic, where guests can purchase barbecue items at 4:30 p.m.  The music begins at 5 p.m. with the Southwynns Bluegrass Band followed by the 50’s at the Hop at 6 p.m. and Cajun Connection at 7 p.m. 
           
            The Springfield Symphony Orchestra will perform a patriotic concert at 8:30 p.m. 

            Prior to the patriotic concert, there will be a special tribute to the military and veterans.  This old-fashioned Fourth-of-July event will end with an elaborate fireworks display.

            “To truly honor America is to honor the men and women who have sacrificed so much to defend our freedom,” said Elizabeth Andrews, public relations director.  “The College invites the community and visitors to help us do just that on June 28.”

            Honor America is FREE and open to the public.  Tobacco products, alcohol, fireworks and pets are strictly prohibited.  For more information, please call Public Relations at (417) 334-6411 ext. 2212.

http://www.cofo.edu/HonorAmerica

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