crudirect1 Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 The Rochester Crusaders started out the weekend with a parade in Lackawana NY to commemorate the city's 100th birthday. We of course rehearsed before and after the parade on Saturday. On Sunday morning as we were rehearsing at Memorial Stadium, a van pulled in. My worst thoughts came to mind that of course we were too loud and the neighbors were complaining. Instead a gentleman from the VFW Post across the street asked me if it would be possible for us to help with their ceremony at 11am. my reply was"we'd love to". Our DM Carol O'Brien went across the street worked out the program and returned to let us know what we'd be doing. Well it turned out we were a huge part of their Memorial Service. I was so proud of the reverence that our members showed throughout the 45 minute program, and we were rewarded by the VFW Post 898 having us over for a great lunch. The thanks were being extended in both directions and as I spoke with the mayor and the post commander we were invited back next year with pretty much the keys to the city. I'd like to thank the City of Lackawana, VFW Post 898 and all the members of our corps for giving me a very proud rememberence of a Memorial Day Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rap48 Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Great for Cru! Another example of Drum Corps people helping when they can, where they can. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
allie Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 I know standing there while the Memorial service was going on at the VFW was very touching to everyone (a bunch of the members actually got a little teary). We were all very touched to be part of such an important event in Lackawanna and had a great time this weekend. The members of the town were very excited to have us there and were very accommodating. I can't wait for another great weekend at Cru Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ContraRich77 Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 VERY cool!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KeithHall Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Lackawanna....takes me back to NY-Penn Championships, Baker Victory Carnival and parade. Still sounds like a classy place. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
David Hobart Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Very Proud.. This is what drum corps is all about! ------------------------------- Public Relations Crusaders Drum & Bugle Corps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Spaml6 Posted May 26, 2009 Share Posted May 26, 2009 Sounds like a great weekend!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OHS_Bucs53 Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 I enjoyed the ceremony a lot! I also loved Taps which was performed by Zach(aka: Spartacus) & Adam. Can't wait for another amazing weekend at Cru!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Forever_Knight Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 We missed you all we so wanted to be there but sue was oncall for her job. but we will see you all this weekend cant wait. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
heavyrifleguy Posted May 27, 2009 Share Posted May 27, 2009 The Rochester Crusaders started out the weekend with a parade in Lackawana NY to commemorate the city's 100th birthday. We of course rehearsed before and after the parade on Saturday. On Sunday morning as we were rehearsing at Memorial Stadium, a van pulled in. My worst thoughts came to mind that of course we were too loud and the neighbors were complaining. Instead a gentleman from the VFW Post across the street asked me if it would be possible for us to help with their ceremony at 11am. my reply was"we'd love to". Our DM Carol O'Brien went across the street worked out the program and returned to let us know what we'd be doing. Well it turned out we were a huge part of their Memorial Service. I was so proud of the reverence that our members showed throughout the 45 minute program, and we were rewarded by the VFW Post 898 having us over for a great lunch. The thanks were being extended in both directions and as I spoke with the mayor and the post commander we were invited back next year with pretty much the keys to the city. I'd like to thank the City of Lackawana, VFW Post 898 and all the members of our corps for giving me a very proud rememberence of a Memorial Day Way to go Cru! Makes me proud to be an alum!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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