Leland to celebrate Flag Day and America 250 with community picnic

LELAND, NC (WWAY) — While the nation’s official kickoff to America’s 250th birthday celebration begins on Independence Day, residents in Leland will get an early start with a community Flag Day celebration this month.

The John E. Jacobs American Legion Post 68, in partnership with the Town of Leland and the North Brunswick Chamber of Commerce, will host a Flag Day and America 250 community picnic on Sunday, June 14, at Founders Park.

The event is free and open to the public and will take place from noon to 3 p.m.

Opening ceremonies will begin promptly at noon at the park’s Military Memorial Plaza. Organizers encourage veterans, local business owners and families to attend and arrive by 11:30 a.m. Guests are encouraged to bring lawn chairs and settle in for an afternoon of community celebration.

Post 68 Commander Bea Frost and Leland Mayor Brenda Bozeman will officially open the festivities.

Food and refreshments will be available for purchase from local vendors, including Crofton’s Pretzels, Hot Diggity Dogs and Hogs, and CC’s Frozen Treats.

Organizers say the event serves as both a celebration of Flag Day and an opportunity to begin recognizing America’s upcoming semiquincentennial, marking 250 years since the nation’s founding.

American Legion Post 68 is also inviting area veterans and active-duty service members to learn more about the organization and ways to get involved in supporting fellow veterans and the community.

More information and a calendar of events can be found on the Post 68 website.