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5th WORLD WAR II LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND
WHERE IS THIS EVENT?
The field is located on Rt. 72 in Rowlesburg, WV next to one of the most beautiful community parks in this area and along the Cheat River. The photo shows a view taken across from the field and looking towards the park with its pavilions, concession stand, restrooms and playground. Notice how gorgeous the flowers and plants look. The Greater Downtown Rowlesburg organization maintains these gardens throughout the year. JASON COBB MILITARY COLLECTIBLES If you are interested in selling military items complementary to this event, *** PERIOD MUSIC This is a great opportunity to talk to the men and women who lived through it all. DEMONSTRATIONS THROUGHOUT THE DAY *** 1940s USO DANCE The famous band Maestros of Swing from Pittsburgh, PA Bobby Menear is a direct descendent of the Big Band legendary pioneer Glenn Miller, *** SUNDAY JUNE 20, 2010 8 am - 1 pm $8.00 buckwheat cakes, pan cakes, biscuits, gravy, potatoes, eggs, bacon, *** 1 pm at the Honor Roll Monument ******** 
WHEN? WHAT TIME?
Saturday 19 June 2010 Sunday 20 June 2010
10 am - 5 pm see activities below
NOT THE LAST WEEKEND IN JUNE AS PREVIOUSLY ANNOUNCED !
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Every year we have more reenactment units who attend with period equipment, weapons, Jeeps, trucks, Harley Davidson motorcycles, GP tents, pup tents and many artifacts on display.
SEVERAL DEMONSTRATIONS ARE SCHEDULED
If you are/your unit is interested in attending this event as reenactor/
living historian/vehicle owner, please submit the form below.
You will receive confirmation of your registration.
DEADLINE FOR REGISTRATIONS IS JUNE 5, 2010
WWII RENACTOR REGISTRATION FORM
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MILITARIA VENDORS
please print and sign the form below and mail it to us.
You will receive written confirmation of your registration.
HOT DOGS - HAMBURGERS - PEPPERONI ROLLS - COOKIES AND DRINKS AVAILABLE ON THE FIELD
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Special thanks to
WV NATIONAL GUARD and CAMP DAWSON
for participating in this event
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THANK YOU TO THE 2010 SPONSORS
ROWLESBURG REVITALIZATION COMMITTEE - BOWYER'S FURNITURE
BROWNING FUNERAL HOME - CLEAR MOUNTAIN BANK - BELKO FOODS
HOME MONUMENTAL WORKS - THE GASTON FAMILY - WESBANCO BANK
TEAM ONE AUTOMALL - PEPSI BOTTELING COMPANY - HARTLEY INSURANCE
MALONEY & ASSOCIATES - SAM'S CLUB - THE HELDRETH MOTEL
REENACTORPOST.COM - MORGAN'S FOODLAND
RIVER ROAD PROPERTY for the use of the field
DON RIGGS, ED EDMUNDS & RON SINES for preparing the field
and to FRIENDS - VETERANS - SUPPORTERS
WWII LIVING HISTORY WEEKEND DONATION/SPONSOR FORM
If you want to support this event, print the sponsor/donation form and mail it to us.
Thank you.
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SATURDAY JUNE 19, 2010
MEET OUR W.W.II VETERANS at 1:30 pm
All W.W.II veterans are invited to join this event and gather in the white tent
for refreshments while they talk to visitors or just reminisce about
their experiences with other veterans.
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1940's FASHION SHOW
by Bill and Linda DONEGAN
Saturday 3:00 pm at the white tent on the field
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Saturday night from 8 pm - midnight
will perform at the Szilagyi Center (Old High School)
Admission: $35.00 per person
Hors d'oevres (catered by Monroe's Restaurant)
and drinks (soft drinks, water, wine and beer) are included and
served in a 1940s atmosphere.
Dressy or Period attire please.
USO DANCE TICKET RESERVATION FORM
and loves the music of his heritage.
HOME MADE BREAKFAST AT V.F.W. POST 3008
sausage, OJ, milk, coffee, tea.
WREATH LAYING CEREMONY
Dedication by Rev. Roy Mick
21 Gun Salute and Taps by VFW Post 578 Terra Alta & Aurora
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Previous WWII Weekends
click here for photos
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MISCELLANEOUS INFO
Community park with pavilions and playground.
Concession stand in park open from 10 am-6 pm
LODGING
The Heldreth Motel - Kingwood, WV
www.heldrethmotel.net
Mainstay - Rowlesburg, WV
www.mainstayrowlesburg.com
Camp Dawson - Kingwood, WV
Retirees and current military can stay on base with a valid ID.
Contact the Front Desk for reservations and info: 304-791-7001.
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Check the links page on this site for more interesting info.
