![]() The ceremony involves laying a live balsam veteran's wreath on an individual headstone for a veteran and saying their name out loud. On National Wreaths Across America Day, the community's yearlong mission to Remember, Honor, and Teach is carried out with a wreath-laying ceremony at Mountain Rest Cemetery, as well as at more than 3600 participating locations in all 50 states, at sea, and overseas. Together, these groups have secured sponsorships for over 700 wreaths to honor veterans. ![]() The event is spearheaded by Colonel Frederick Hambright DAR Chapter, supported by the Kings Mountain Woman's Club and the Shelby Civil Air Patrol. ![]() The ceremony begins at noon and takes place at Mountain Rest Cemetery on 111 S. This year, on Saturday, December 16, the community is invited to participate in Wreaths Across America Day.
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