WHAT:
The U.S. Postal Service and the Boy Scouts of America celebrate 100 years of scouting with a dedication and unveiling of the Boy Scout stamp. The oldest Boy Scout in Southern Illinois will be recognized.

WHEN:
Wednesday, July 28, 2010
7 p.m.

WHERE:
Grace United Methodist Church Life Center
220 N. Turner Rd.
Carbondale, IL

WHO:
David F. Martin
District Manager, Gateway District
U.S. Postal Service

Paul Sarvela
Kaskaskia District Chairman
Boy Scouts of America

Scott Martin
Kaskaskia District Committee Member
Boy Scouts of America

Judy White
Troop 4 Committee Member
Boy Scouts of America

WHY:
The Boy Scouts of America celebrated its 100th anniversary on February 8, 2010. The Postal Service is recognizing this milestone with a 44-cent commemorative stamp. The stamp celebrates the adventure and spirit of scouting.

The oldest Boy Scout in Southern Illinois will be recognized for his many years of dedication to the Boy Scouts. The U.S. Postal Service will present him with a commemorative piece featuring the new scouting stamp.

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