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OUR HEART
Operation Honor: Rural Salute™ is a 2-day event (happening rain or shine) to honor our veterans from central PA and raise money for the local nonprofit Veteran Help Point D/B/A Operation Honor: Rural Salute™.
Veterans are the heart of our country and community. But many times, veterans and their sacrifices are overlooked, especially in rural America. Join us as we honor the past and present veterans of central PA area with fun, family, and good ol’ American pride. This two-day event will be filled with food, resources, community, and speakers sharing their hearts for what makes America great. Operation Honor: Rural Salute™ is in full effect.
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Over 4.4 million veterans live in rural communities.
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Pennsylvania is one of the top 5 states where veterans live in the U.S.
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Over two days we are bringing the heart of America to central PA.
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Amazing speakers, bands, and activites.
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Over one thousand projected attendees from the surrounding area..
GOLF TOURNAMENT
Looking for great food, friends, and gifts all the while hanging out with some amazing veterans, local dignitaries and influencers and playing 18 amazing holes of golf, then you won't want to miss Operation Honor: Rural Salute™™'s Golf Tournament hosted by Great Cove Golf Course.
So grab your four person team, secure your spot and let's have some fun on a Friday.
Limited Availability.
DATE NIGHT
If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind speak-easy inspired event, then you won't want to miss our date night experience at the Fulton Movie Theater. Happening both Friday and Saturday this, mocktail lounge space is designed for great conversation, memories, and meet ups.
Plus, Friday night ticket holders receive access to our Freedom First Speaker Panel where military members share their stories, experiences, and what freedom really means as well as a meet and greet afterwards.
Saturday night's guests will enjoy a fun and engaging game night.
Limited Tickets For Both Friday And Saturday Night.
Family Block
With over 20 amazing vendors and a wealth of veteran resources, this is the perfect opportunity to connect, explore, and enjoy.
The Family Block will be buzzing on Saturday June 15th with excitement, offering a ton of family fun events and kid-friendly activities that will keep everyone entertained all day long.
From kid friendly events and live entertainment to interactive vendors and educational exhibits, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on this incredible celebration of service, family, and community at Operation Honor: Rural Salute™—it's an event you won't want to miss!
EVENT SCHEDULE
Operation Honor: Rural Salute™ is a two-day event filled with fun no matter your age. From a golf tournament to date night, live music, speakers, kid events, shopping, food and more - come out and celebrate the men and women who have served our country,
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FAMILY BLOCK
LOCAL VENDORS
GREAT FOOD
FUN FOR ALL AGES
DATE NIGHT EXPERIENCE
INSPIRING SPEAKERS
LOCAL AND NATIONAL BANDS
CONTESTS
BOOK SIGNINGS
VETERAN RESOURCES
CLIMBING WALLS, BOUNCE HOUSES AND MORE
Friday, June 14, 2024
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5:45pm | Date Night Lounge Opens at Fulton Movie Theater and Food Trucks at Family Block
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6:45pm | Freedom First Speaker Panel at Fulton Movie Theater
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7:30pm | Fulton Veteran Flag Dedication and JB Brown Band at Bandshell
Saturday, June 15, 2024
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10am | Local Vendors, Food Trucks, and Kid Experiences at Family Block
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10am | Honor Crawl starting at the Bandshell brought to you by Main St., McConnellsburg
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10:30 am | Brunch with the Speakers brought to you by Wild Annies'
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1pm | Speakers, Alex and Alex
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1:45 pm | Honor Crawl Winners Announced at the Bandshell
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2:45 pm | What Freedom Is Contest Winner Announced at Bandshell
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3:15 pm | Author and Speaker, Lieutenant Colonel Luis J. Vega
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4pm | Date Night Lounge Opens at Fulton Movie Theater / Dylan & Bill at Bandshell
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5:15pm | Jon Kahn at Bandshell
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6pm | Sam Lowe at Bandshell
PARTNER WITH US
As a partner with Operation Honor: Rural Salute™, you are:
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At the forefront of building community pride
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Showing your love for veterans, both new and old
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Taking a clear pro-America stand
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Impacting a diverse range of community members, from young adults to parents with kids to retirees
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Your business is associated with known national speakers and bands, former Navy Seals, best-selling authors, and more
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100% tax-deductible donation
HONOR THE HEART
Meet Our 2024 Sponsors
Operation Honor: Rural Salute™ wouldn't be possible without the generous support of our sponsors. These local and national businesses have a heart for rural veterans, their families, and communities, and are dedicated to bringing this event to you. We're honored to work with companies that share our values, and together we're committed to making a positive impact in the lives of those we serve.
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YOUR HOSTS
Operation Honor: Rural Salute™ was created to honor, connect, and build community with and for rural veterans throughout America.
This 2-day celebration event is the brainchild of Michelle Lang, Executive Director of the nonprofit Veteran Help Point D/B/A Operation Honor: Rural Salute™, whose entire purpose is to connect rural veterans and their loved ones with the resources within their community.
Partnering with Ashleigh Love, Operation Honor: Rural Salute™ 2024 is set to have national speakers, bands, and loads of family fun, all the while building community and celebrating veterans from all branches and deployments from central PA.