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š± How Harringtonās wreath tradition reaches veteransā graves across the country
Harrington, Maine Patch AM: a 3 min readGood day Harrington! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- How Harringtonās wreath tradition reaches veteransā graves across the country
- Wreaths Across America announces December convoy plans through Maine
Also on today's calendar: Seacoast Artisans 27th Annual Holiday Fine Arts & Craft Show.
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š° News we're reading
ā¢ How to sponsor a wreath for Wreaths Across America day (miramarflnews.com) ā A tribute started by Harrington wreath maker Morrill Worcester is preparing for another national day of remembrance Dec. 19. Wreath sponsorships cost $17 each, with volunteers placing them on veteransā graves at participating cemeteries. In St. Augustine, Florida, organizers hope to place 1,240 wreaths, continuing a tradition that began with Worcesterās surplus wreaths in 1992. 
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ā¢ Wreaths Across America reveals schedule for 2026 Escort to Arlington, which includes nearly a dozen stops in Maine (wmtw.com) ā The wreath-laying tradition that began with Harringtonās Worcester Wreath Company will return to Maine roads this December. Wreaths Across Americaās Escort to Arlington leaves West Quoddy Head Light in Lubec after a sunrise service Dec. 12, with nearly a dozen Maine stops planned before the convoy reaches Arlington National Cemetery. The schedule may change. Ā Ā Ā
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