"Celebration of our Military: past, present and future"

OTTAWA -- On June 30, many gathered to honor and celebrate our military personnel with the Putnam County Red Cross.

The event started with the Community Band playing patriotic music at 6 pm.

Joe Moenter from the Putnam County office of veteran affairs spoke on his office's services to all county military personnel.

"It's the veteran" and "the average military man" was read by the chapter executive, Sarah Hermiller as well as reported the basic chapter duties and responsibilities to the military.

Guests enjoyed cake and ice cream following the guest speaker.

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Parades, Parades, Parades!

Memorial Day kicked off the parade season for the summer. There are many more parades to come, so if you are interested in participating in a parade this season, contact the office to sign up!

Parade schedule:

Ottoville-September 5, 2010

Pioneer-September 12, 2010

Leipsic-September 18, 2010

Continental-September 25, 2010

Cloverdale-August 14, 2010

Riley Creek Festival-August 14, 2010

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CONTACT INFORMATION:

Office Hours:
Monday– Friday 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday on call.

Office Number:  (419) 523-4810
Fax: (419) 523-4815
24 Hour Emergency Contact Number: (419) 233-4059

Email:  putarc@bright.net