ONTARIO — The Kiwanis Club of Mansfield and Schmidt Security Pro/Schmidt Fire will host the third annual Field of Honor Ceremony on Thursday, Sept. 11, at 12:30 p.m.
The program will take place at the Area Agency on Aging, Ohio District 5, located at 2131 Park Ave. West.
The Field of Honor is a tribute to the courage and sacrifice of military personnel and first responders. Flags and dedications will be on display and open to the public from Saturday, Sept. 6, through Friday, Sept. 12.
Program highlights include:
- Emcee: Bob Miller
- Music: Douglas Keppler
- Presenting and retiring the colors: 179th Cyberspace Wing
- Invocation: Rev. El Akuchie
- National anthem: Jaslyn Lopez, Miss Ohio 2023
- Flag dedications: Bob Miller
- Remarks: Ontario Mayor Kris Knapp and Mansfield Mayor Jodie Perry
- Keynote speaker: Doug Theaker
About the Kiwanis Club of Mansfield
The club was chartered in June 1920 and has partnered with the Friendly House since 1924.
Kiwanis International, founded in 1915, is a global service organization dedicated to serving children and strengthening communities. Its programs include Circle K International for university students, Key Club for ages 14–18, Builders Club for ages 11–14, Kiwanis Kids for ages 6–12 and Aktion Club for adults living with disabilities.
Together, Kiwanis clubs contribute more than 18 million service hours annually. The organization has nearly 600,000 members in 80 countries and geographic areas. More information is available at www.kiwanis.org.