Old Settlers Park hosts Flag Raising on July 3
Photo by Don Miller
From staff reports
The Glen Lake Woman’s Club will host their annual Flag Raising ceremony at Old Settlers Park at 10 am on Saturday, July 3.
The event celebrates the founding of our nation in a patriotic, joyous ceremony with community members of all ages. Jon Hoover, former superintendent of Glen Lake Community Schools will share “A Father’s Love for Country” regarding his father’s service as a Marine in World War II. The flag will be raised by members of the Glen Lake Fire Department. The invocation will be offered by Mike Gafa, pastor at the Glen Lake Community Reformed Church. The National Anthem will be performed on the trumpet by Norm Wheeler. A singalong of well-loved and familiar patriotic songs will be led by Nick Benson.
Old Settlers Picnic Grounds is located on the southeastern shore of Big Glen Lake near the corner of Dunn’s Farm Rd. (CR 675) and Burdickville Rd (CR 616). Please bring your own lawn chairs and maintain social distancing. For those who cannot attend, the Glen Lake Woman’s Club Art Fair Facebook page will broadcast a live feed of the flag raising.
The Glen Lake Woman’s Club was established in 1937 with a mission to foster social, civic and educational projects. In addition to the Art Fair, other Club projects include the improvement and beautification of the Chapel and grounds at Old Settlers Park, organization of the community Flag Raising Ceremony at Old Settlers Park, and a Christmas party for residents of the Maple Lake Valley Nursing Home.
Fourth of July Weekend Events Lineup
July 3, 10 AM: Flag raising at Old Settlers Park in Burdickville
July 4, 10 AM, Reading of “Declaration of Independence” at Post Offices throughout Leelanau County.
July 4, Noon, Parade leaves Glen Haven for downtown Glen Arbor
July 4, 3 PM, Boat Parade on Glen Lakes, meet at Glen Lake Yacht Club.
July 18, 8 AM-Noon, Glen
Lake Fire & Rescue Pancake Breakfast, Glen Arbor Town Hall
