--A Flag Display-- That Inspires the World June 30-July 7, 2007   Merriam and Shawnee, KS will be the host cities to a 2007 Field of Honor of over 1700 U.S. flags.  These 3x5' flags will stand 8 foot tall in perfect rows and columns across a field of green.  This living display will fly as a patriotic tribute to the strength and unity of Americans.  The Field of Honor display will be located at Merriam Marketplace, this is a breathtaking display of patriotism and unity, this community project is free to all who wish to participate join us from June 30- July 7, 2007.  Bring a camera and your family.  Help us honor, remember and heal.  Hosted by: Resident and Business Volunteers from Merriam, KS and Shawnee, KS  The Proceeds from this  flag memorial will benefit: The SDBA intends to use these funds exclusively for overall improvements to downtown Shawnee, which will benefit the entire community.  Some of the things that this group is raising money for this year is to contribute to their annual donation for SafeHome (a battered women's shelter located in Shawnee) and also to help rehab homes in the downtown area for Seniors or disadvantaged citizens (similar to a "Christmas in October" program).  The Merriam Parks, Recreation, and Community Center Foundation is an independent, non-profit 501 c 3 organization which directly supports City of Merriam park and recreation facilities, programs, and parks.  Fund raising proceeds directly fund youth and adult program scholarships, purchase of equipment for the Irene B. French Community Center, purchase of original works of art for city buildings, sponsorships of the Music at the Marketplace Summer Concert Series, and support of the community center art gallery

Thanks to Our Sponsors:  Patriot Level - $5,000  Baron Automotive Group   Visit Last Year's Site VIDEO CLIP OF FLAGS RECEIVED       Hero Level - $2,500   Miles Excavating, Inc.  Freedom Level - $1,000  Shawnee Steel  Shawnee Mission Medical Center Holland Corporation  Liberty Level - $500 J. L Wymer Construction Nancy S. Hupp True Auto Parts, Inc. Downtown Merriam Partnership  American Legion Auxiliary - Unit 327 Suburban Rod & Custom Classics

This field is participating in Operation Thank You.  Individuals can send a thank you kit including a healing field flag, a picture of the Merriam Healing Field, and a personal message from the sponsor.  Operation Thank You flag sponsorship is $30 to include a $5 shipping fee.  Flag sponsorship forms will be available at the booth on the field. Let's show our support!

 Remember. Honor. Heal. 

Last Updated Friday, February 15 2008 @ 04:25 AM GMT-7