SS United States Conservancy
July 1, 2010
SS United States Illuminated by Robert Wogan
The SS United States Illuminated by Artist Robert Wogan for SS United States: Lady in Waiting

IMPORTANT SCHEDULE UPDATE
TODAY'S NATIONAL FLAGSHIP CELEBRATION

 
Please note that the schedule of events for the SS United States Conservancy's National Glagship Celebration has changed
The important announcements about the future of our national flagship will now begin promptly at 7:00 pm. 
Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter will speak, along with other dignitaries and special guests. 
 
We will be gathering the Columbus Commons/IKEA South Philadelphia complex across the street from the SS United States' current pier.  As previously announced, we will light the ship's funnels, bridge, radar mast, and running lights, a tradition started by artist Robert Wogan in 1999.  We will also screen our award-winning documentary SS United States: Lady in Waiting.  Events will run from 7 - 10 PM.  Light fare will be served and the band Jimmy and the Parrots will perform a set which will include their stirring tribute to the SS United States, "Symbol of America." 
 
Note that there is no admission fee for the event but we are encouraging voluntary contributions.  We do not accept credit card payments, so please bring your checkbook. We are very grateful to all of our corporate sponsors who have donated food for the event!
 
July 1 National Flagship Celebration REVISED Schedule

7:00   Event Begins
7:15   Important Announcement and National Flagship Chamption Award Presentation
7:30   Remarks from Philadelphia Mayor Michael Nutter
7:40   Music and Refreshments
8:15   Additional Remarks and Awards
8:30   Lighting of SS United States' funnels
8:45   Outdoor Screening of SS United States: Lady in Waiting
10:00 Event Concludes

The Conservancy will be selling SS United States-themed gifts and collectibles as well as DVDs of SS United States: Lady in Waiting.  We will also be encouraging people to join the SS United States Conservancy and become Plank Owners. 
 
Late breaking development: We will be raffling off a mini-helmet
signed by Broderick Buckley, defensive tackle for the Philadelphia Eagles.  
 
Please note that we do not accept credit card payments, so bring your checkbook!


URGENT CALL FOR VOLUNTEERS FOR JULY 1 EVENT

Due to greater-than-expected size of Thursday's National Flagship Celebration, the Conservancy is seeking help from volunteers.  We need assistance with everything from merchandise sales to crowd control.  If you'd like to volunteer for a one- or two- hour shift starting at noon and going through the end of the event, please call Jeff at (856)-297-3143 or email us at [email protected].  We thank you in advance for any assistance you might be able to provide!
HARLEY RAFFLE TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT PHILLY EVENT
Motorcycle
The SS United States Conservancy is delighted that Local 333, United Marine Division, ILA, AL-CIO, is sponsoring a raffle of a brand new Harley Davidson 2010 Street Glide provided by Lombardi Harley in Staten Island, New York. A Union representative will attend the Conservancy's July 1 event in Philadelphia, and raffle tickets will be available for purchase.  Tickets cost $100.  Please note that credit cards are not accepted, so don't forget your check book!  If you cannot attend the July 1 event and are interested in purchasing a ticket, please contact Local 333 directly.  Contact information is provided below.  The SS United States Conservancy is so grateful for this show of support! 

Gerard Dailey, 617-480-0430 or [email protected]
Michael Riordan, 718-727-5675, ext. 13
Ron Tucker, 718-727-5675, ext. 12

Local 333,  United Marine Division, ILA, AFL-CIO
                 520 Bay St.
                 Staten Island, NY
                 Phone: 718-727-5675.
NUMBER OF PLANK OWNERS CONTINUES TO GROW
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The Conservancy's national campaign titled "Save Our Ship" (SOS) offers a customized "Plank Owner" certificate for tax-deductible donations of at least $25 via its DONOR WEBSITE.  

Please click on the link above and give as generously as you can.  If every American contributes even a modest amount, the SS United States could be saved, but we are in urgent need of your help!  Your continued support is what fuels our determination to save the SS United States!



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