Release of Bob Hope commemorative stamp
sets stage for “Support the Troops”
event to be held at Markleysburg Post Office
WHAT:
The Markleysburg Post Office will host a “Support the Troops” event to welcome the release of the Bob Hope commemorative stamp, which goes on sale nationwide, on May 29. Highlights include a “top packer” challenge to be held to see who can pack the most care goods in a Priority Mail Flat Rate box to be sent to the troops. The Bob Hope stamp will be on sale for the public.
In addition, letters and care packages from local school children to service members will be collected on this special day in addition to receiving a local church’s care package shipment. Light refreshments will be provided. The hours of the Friday, May 29 event are from 10 to 11:30 a.m. and 1 to 3 p.m.
WHO:
Markleysburg Officer-In-Charge Jodi McClain
WHEN:
10 – 11:30 a.m. and 1 – 3 p.m.
Friday, May 29, 2009
WHERE:
Markleysburg Post Office
173 Main Street
Markleysburg, PA 15459
BACKGROUND:
On May 29, the U.S. Postal Service honors beloved entertainer and performer Bob Hope with the issuance of the Bob Hope stamp. In tribute to Bob Hope’s legacy of entertaining American men and women in uniform, the Postal Service is encouraging customers nationwide to support the troops by sending care packages to military personnel overseas. To help families and friends of military personnel, the Postal Service offers a discount on its largest Priority Mail Flat Rate Box for parcels shipped to domestic or overseas U.S. military addresses. The Postal Service is proud to provide this discount to support our military and their friends and loved ones here at home.
CONTACT:
Jodi McClain, Markleysburg Officer-In-Charge, (724) 329-4494
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