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BEHIND THE SCENES UPDATE

March 22, 2013 by

Change is in the air.  Just like life being fluid, responsibilities of this website is a little fluid.  As the creator of the website, I have worked to establish a site that that our state Patriot Guard Riders can be proud to share and use.  I recently had the opportunity to mentor an collaborate with the New Hampshire Patriot Guard with their new website.  They have used our site as a foundation for their new website.  Their website continues to evolve.  You can see their site here:  http://www.nhpatriotguard.org/

After reviewing their website I felt our buttons on our site looked to “cartoonish”.  Also, I have been reading many articles that the background image detracts from the main purpose of the site.  The goal of any website is to make the information clear, useful, non-eye tiring, and effective get the sites out.  The background has a tendency to detract from the message you are trying to convey.  I am currently seeking opinions of leadership whether or not to leave the background image up or not.  As you can see there is currently not a background image.  Our goal is to make our site look as professional as possible.  Once a decision as been reached I will share the conclusion.

As you might have noticed some of the buttons on the website have been changed.  The goal is to make all buttons consistent with each other.  I have a few more to make, but eventually they all will have a consistent appearance – which should also contribute to a more professional appearance.

Finally, I have reached a decision it is time for me to step back into the background in regards to the website.  The Social Media Manager has spoken to the Social Media Team.  As a team they have stepped up to take over the responsibilities of the website coordination.  I will become part of their team and will take guidance from the Team Manager.  This change will not be immediately, but in a transitional process.  This opportunity has been quite an opportunity for me and I appreciate leadership instilling the faith in myself to get this site up and running.  But it now a time for me to fade back into the recesses of the background.  Stand-by for further updates and announcement of the final transition.

Thank you,

Carol Casey

Filed Under: Site Updates

UPDATED STAGE INFORMATIO​N*** Honor Mission*** Andrew Pedersen-K​eel, Capt. US Army, OEF, Guilford, CT MON MAR 25th 1100hrs

March 22, 2013 by

UPDATED STAGE INFORMATIO​N

*** Honor Mission***

Andrew Pedersen-K​eel

Capt. US Army, OEF

Guilford, CT

MON MAR 25th 1100hrs

Sadly we are called to stand for Captain Andrew Pedersen Keel, who served our country honorably in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom, may he rest in peace.

This Hero was tragically Killed in Action on March 11, in Jalrez District, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when he was attacked by small arms fire.

Capt. Pedersen-Keel was 28 and was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), Fort Bragg, N.C

We will provide escorts (Full flags only) and a Flag Line at the church.

State Captain Gregg Barratt will lead all escort segments Sr. RC Bob Stone will be RCIC for church Flag Line and flags will be on site.

Church

0930hrs (staging)

Monday March 25th

St George Church- Parking is behind this church in the very far back in the corner. Please do not park in any other location.

33 Whitfield Street

Guilford, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders!

Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt

Patriot Guard Riders

Connecticut tate Captain

www.ctpatriotguard.org

greggbarratt@gmail.com

203-921-8255

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*** Honor Mission*** Andrew Pedersen-Keel, Capt. US Army, OEF, Guilford, CT MON MAR 25th 1100hrs

March 21, 2013 by

*** Honor Mission***

Andrew Pedersen-Keel

Capt. US Army, OEF

Guilford, CT

MON MAR 25th 1100hrs

Patriot Guard and associates,

Sadly we are called to stand for Captain Andrew Pedersen-Keel, who served our country honorably in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom, may he rest in peace. 

This Hero was tragically Killed in Action on March 11, in Jalrez District, Afghanistan, of injuries sustained when he was attacked by small arms fire.  Capt.  Pedersen-Keel was 28 and was assigned to the 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), Fort Bragg, N.C

We will provide escorts (Full flags only) and a Flag Line at the church.

State Captain Gregg Barratt will lead all escort segments  Sr. RC Bob Stone will be RCIC for church Flag Line and flags will be on site.

Escort – for arrival of our Hero-This is limited and SC will contact those on escort

Time TBD (staging)

Friday March 22nd

Bradley Airport Cell phone waiting lot (across from Hertz)

2 Schoephoester Road

Windsor Locks, CT

Escort – from funeral home to church-this is limited and SC will contact those on escort

0900 hrs (staging)

Monday March 25th

Guilford funeral home

115 Main Street

Guilford, CT

 
Church

0930hrs (staging)

Monday March 25th

St George Church

33 Whitfield Street

Guilford, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders!

Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt
Patriot Guard Riders
Connecticut State Captain
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*** Honor Mission*** Dale E. Herren, US Navy, Voluntown, CT. 3/23/13 1000hrs [0815hrs (staging)]

March 18, 2013 by

*** Honor Mission***

Dale E. Herren

US Navy

Voluntown, CT.

SAT MAR 23rd 1000hrs

Patriot Guard and associates,

Sadly we are called to stand for Dale E. Herren, who served our country honorably in US Navy as an IC-2 (E-5) from 78-85, may he rest in peace. 

This Hero was a Brother PGR member as well as his wife Cynthia, and we are very sorry for your loss.

We will provide a Flag Line at the church.

ASC Jack Casey will be RCIC and flags will be on site.

Of note: This Honor Mission occurs at approximately the same time as the Welcome Home Special Mission in Colchester.  While Honor Missions are our priority, please choose which Mission is best for you.

Church

0815hrs (staging)

Saturday March 23rd

Voluntown Baptist Church

52 Main Street

Voluntown, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders.

 Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt
Patriot Guard Riders
Connecticut State Captain
 
“Standing for Those Who Have Stood for US”
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Statewide Message from State Captain 3/16/2013

March 18, 2013 by
Patriot Guard and Associates:
 
I have received many inquiries as to PGR of CT participation in the services for Captain Andrew Pedersen-Keel, US Army, who was tragically Killed in Action last week in Afghanistan and originally from Madison, CT. 
 
I can tell you we have been invited to participate in this Hero’s services but I am not at liberty to provide Mission details at this time.  As soon as I am able, I will have an Honor Mission out on Statewide and Social Media.
 
Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt
Patriot Guard Riders
Connecticut State Captain
 
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*** Honor Mission*** John Labbe Sr, US Army, Vietnam, East Hartford, CT FRI MAR 22nd 1000hrs

March 18, 2013 by

*** Honor Mission***

John Labbe Sr,

US Army, Vietnam,

East Hartford, CT

FRI MAR 22nd 1000hrs

Patriot Guard and associates,

Sadly we are called to stand for John Labbe, Sr., who served our country honorably in Vietnam and was a lifetime member of the East Hartford VFW, may he rest in peace.

We will provide a Flag Line at the cemetery.

State Captain Gregg Barratt will be RCIC and flags will be on site.

Interment

Friday March 22nd

0930hrs (stage)

Silver Lane Cemetery

Silver Lane

East Hartford, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders!

 Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt

Patriot Guard Riders

Connecticut State Captain

www.ctpatriotguard.org

greggbarratt@gmail.com

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Volunteers needed for our Chili Cook off

March 17, 2013 by
From Sr. Ride Captain Kevin Wakely; chili.volunteers@gmail.com
Regarding volunteers needed for our Chili Cook off to benefit PGR of CT and the Somers Fire Department.
Saturday May 4th, Somers, CT

PGR “CHILI” VOLUNTEERS

I wanted to touch base with the membership in regard to volunteering for the chili cook-off.

Many of you have already sent emails offering your time and help and we are greatly appreciative of your enthusiasm and desire to be a part of this, but I need your assistance in volunteering. We have listed the days and the times available to volunteer. When you volunteer please be specific on the day and time you would like to help; only you can decide what works best for you and your schedule… If you can do part of one shift and part of another just let me know the time frame you need (i.e. 9 am-1pm) We welcome as little or as much time as you can give. Anytime you can commit to this event makes a huge difference…

Friday  May 3rd   … Setup Day…    8:30am until   2pm   (Minimal help needed)

Saturday, May 4th                                                                                                   

7am-11am                                                                                                              

 10am-2pm                                                                                                                     

 1pm-5pm                                                                                                                        

All Day                                                                                                                              

Please contact me at   chili.volunteers@gmail.com  to volunteer working at the chili cookoff

Contact  Mike Freedman  at  madmike@chilict.com  to volunteer to judge

Thank You all for what you do,

SRC.  Kevin Wakely 

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Respect Our Vets Poker Run

March 17, 2013 by

RESPECT OUR VETS

POKER RUN

 Brought to you by

Connecticut Patriot Guard Riders – Haymond Law Firm

Connecticut Cruise News –Trantolo & Trantolo

 All proceeds used to support Connecticut Veterans

 SUN, JUNE 23rd

REGISTRATION 10 – 11 AM

PROSPECT V.F.W. POST # 8075 RTE 68

 Starts and stops at the VFW Post located at 218 Cheshire Rd.  Prospect CT

DIRECTIONS:  Route 84 to exit 26; then Route 70 East to Route 68 West

 $20/rider and $20/passenger

 Contact us at ctpgrevents@yahoo.com or https://www.ctpatriotguard.org

Come early for the VFW’s early bird breakfast 9 am to 11 am (not included in fee),

 then join us for a scenic ride thru western central Connecticut,

and  followed by a BBQ lunch.

Music, Prizes, Horseshoes, Bocce,  and  Vendors on site

 This is a rain or shine event ~ ample covered picnic area available

 DON’T RIDE ~ NO BIKE ~ NO PROBLEM

COME JOIN US AND PLAY ALONG AT THE SITE

Download Poster here:  http://tinyurl.com/bl5lta6

Registration Form can be downloaded here:  http://tinyurl.com/cdt8l3h

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Special Mission: Remembranc​e of the Fallen, Hartford, CT. SAT MAR 30th, 1300hrs (staging 1215)

March 9, 2013 by

***Special Mission***

Remembranc​e of the Fallen,

Hartford, CT.

SAT MAR 30th, 1300hrs

Patriot Guard and associates,

We are honored to have been invited to participate in a very special event sponsored by the Connecticut Department of Veterans’ Affairs:

 REMEMBRANCE OF THE FALLEN

“That the generations to come might know them.”

Let us honor and remember the 613 Connecticut men who were killed in action during the Vietnam War. The reading of names of the 613 Connecticut men who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We will stand a Flag Line at this ceremony.

Assistant State Captain Jack Casey will be RCIC and flags will be on site

Final Staging

1215hrs

Saturday March 30th

Minuteman Park- in front of the armory.

360 Broad Street

Hartford, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders!

Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt
Patriot Guard Riders
Connecticut State Captain
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Special Mission: Honor & Remember Flag Presentati​on, Montville, CT. 3/30/13, 1730hrs

March 9, 2013 by

***Special Mission***

Honor and Remember Flag Presentati​on

Montville, CT.

SAT MAR 30th, 1730hrs

Patriot Guard and associates:

We are honored to have been invited to participate in a very special event Honor and Remember Flag Presentation for SGT Ari Cullers.

On October 20th, 2011, SGT Ari R. Cullers was KIA while serving in Afghanistan in the US Army. He was a member of the Army’s 10th Mountain Division based out of Fort Drum.

NOTE: This flag presentation is in conjunction with the 2nd annual Ari Cullers Birthday Memorial Fundraiser event. The Mother of this Hero is involved with the planning of this memorial event but IS NOT AWARE of the Honor and Remember Flag presentation so this cannot be posted on any social media site. Should any member wish to stay for the event after the Flag Line, tickets are $20 and benefit the Wounded Warrior Project.

We will stand a Flag Line at this ceremony.

Ride/Flag Captain Don Camden will be RCIC and flags will be on site.

Final Staging

1700hrs

Saturday March 30th

Montville VFW

91 Raymond Hill Road

Montville, CT

God Bless America, Our Troops and 1st Responders!

Gregg “Flag 7” Barratt
Patriot Guard Riders
Connecticut State Captain
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