Patriots Rally for America V: Liberty Weekend in Washington DC Sunday March 23

March 16, 2003 | DC Chapter

[FreeTheHostages]

PATRIOTS RALLY FOR AMERICA V: Liberty Weekend in DC March 23

The D.C. Chapter of Free Republic invites all patriotic Americans, including Freepers and lurkers in good standing, to join us at the east front steps of the Lincoln Memorial in Washington DC Sunday, March 23, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. to Rally for America.

This rally is organized by the DC Chapter of Free Republic as a part of the Free Republic community and is held in conjunction with Free Republic Network's rallies nationwide next weekend.

We will be making a patriotic moral stand against the marchers' anti-Americanism and willful silence about the barbaric, terrorist regime of Saddam Hussein.

We will also be sending a message of support to our men and women in uniform fighting the war on terrorism overseas and on the home-front.

Bring your American flags and show our troops -- including the many active duty military that may be hard at work at the Pentagon and other places in our immediate community -- that we support and respect their hard work.

When: Sunday, March 23rd, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.

Where: Lincoln Memorial, the foot of the east steps (facing the reflecting pool and monument)

Directions: Closest Metro stop is Foggy Bottom on the orange line. Detailed driving directions for people coming from out of town will be posted below in this thread.

Rules: We have obtained the proper permits for this peaceful rally and we do not expect any counterprotests. As always, the D.C. Chapter's rules for protesting will be in effect. Briefly, they are: No violence, no profanity, no racism, no provocations, obey the law and treat all law enforcement officers with respect.

Bring: American and Gadsden flags (large and small), along with signs bearing messages supporting our troops, President Bush, America and the war on terror.

Weather: Too soon to tell, but it's been beautiful here recently. Mostly sunny, temps in the low 60s, this weekend. Cherry Blossom Festival will be upon us next weekend, although the trees may not yet be in full bloom.

If you're coming from out of town, send any message/question you have to our out-of-town contact guide for this rally (that would be me, FreeTheHostages).

We had a great rally this last weekend and gots lots of national news broadcasts to our beloved troops that we support them. Let's do it again! Do it for the Troops!

[stormkitten]

My best suggestion for parking for the out-of-towners -- don't. Instead, hit the the Metro's website and find out which Metro stops have parking garages. I know for a fact that Vienna/Fairfax and New Carrollton do, and I suspect Shady Grove does as well. Park there and Metro in. I mean it -- driving in D.C. is bad on the best of days and between the rally and the Cherry Blossom festival, you'll save yourself a lot of grey hairs taking Metro.

[FreeTheHostages]

Thanks. And WELCOME Glenn Beck-ers who are finding us off the "rally information" link on Mr. Beck's Rally for America website.

[dirtboy]

bump for later reference on the Metro stops with parking garages - might try to make it down there this weekend with Mrs. dirtboy, and need someplace to park the car so dirtdoggie can be in the shade while we go to the rally.

[nicollo]

re. my Calandar. Oops! I guess it was no mistake that I missed you yesterday! I really have no sense of direction with the time dimension. I almost went to work last Wednesday because I thought it was Friday, my work day.

I dunno, it sure seemed like a Friday.

Not sure I can make it next Sunday, but will try. Thanks!

[nicollo]

re. my solo Freep

You'd have laughed like hell. It was very amusing. Thanks for the hugs!

[FreeTheHostages]

Not sure I can make it next Sunday

LOL, neither am I! Hang in there, it's worth a try. ;) I've a head cold and find that I'm particularly clueless at the present time.

[Angelwood]

Hope you're feeling better. BTTT.

[kristinn]

It looks like we'll be going to war Wednesday night. The leftists will have a spasm early on while we're at work. Sunday will be a great day for us to show our support for American men and women in harms way.

Please let your friends, family, co-workers and e-mail chains know about this rally. This is for the troops.

[ggliddy]

In general, not RE just to stormkitten.

Re: Metro.

I'd suggest another station than Foggy Bottom.

Arlington Cemetary (Blue line).

It's closer, just a short walk over the Memorial Bridge to the Lincoln.

See http://www.wmata.com/metrorail/systemmap.cfm

The Metro map does not show the bridge, but it is there :) It is closer than walking from Foggy Bottom, and *alot* more scenic. You can check out the Cemetary. You can check out the Potomac and the monuments across it as you cross (the bridge crosses from Virginia into DC). Walking down 23rd Street from Foggy Bottom; boring and slightly longer.

Also. If you have any way to do so. Bike in from the closer suburbs. It's a nice ride, and no messy Metro or crowds.

http://www.waba.org/new/paths/mtver.php

Lots of trails hit the Mt. Vernon trail. And once on the Mt. Vernon trail just follow your nose over Memorial Bridge to the Linclon Mem.

I would not factor the Cherry Blossom. I don't think the parade is until later?

http://www.nationalcherryblossomfestival.org

No major activity on that Sunday, recent cold weather has pushed back the blossoms anyway. Tho you may get a peek this Sunday, it's not the real deal.

[kristinn]

Thanks. That's good advice, especially about using the bike paths.

[FreeTheHostages]

Yes, good advice. It doesn't appear the cherry blossoms will be out, but cherry blossom activities will: DC's Cherry Blossom weekend is scheduled to start on March 22nd. We'll have to see how the war impacts traffic control on the mall. I think it's all the more reason to park at a metro stop and ride the metro in.

Registered has given us our graphic! It's on my home email now. Tonight I'll work up some flyers.

[FreeTheHostages]

By the way, welcome to Free Republic!

[FreeTheHostages]

Just a few fun things related to cherry blossoms or kites this weekend if any family wants to make a weekend of it:

Cultural Performances at the Tidal Basin
Performances featuring music, dances, song and martial arts demonstrations.
Date: March 22, 2003 - April 06, 2003
Time: 12:00pm - 2:00pm - daily
Location: Jefferson Memorial

Tall Ships Celebrate Cherry Blossoms
Public tours of historic tall ships.
Date: March 22, 2003 - April 04, 2003
Time: 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. weekdays - 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. weekends
Location: Docked at Washington, DC Southwest Waterfront, Gangplank Marina.

The 37th Annual Smithsonian Kite Festival: Celebrating 100 Years of Flight
The Smithsonian Associates invite you to enjoy a day of kite flying, competition, presentations, and workshops.
Date: March 22, 2003 - March 22, 2003
Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Location: National Mall between 4th and 7th Streets, NW

Cherry Blossom 2003 GO (Baduk, Weichi) Tournament.
Premier board game in the world, played by millions in the Orient.
Date: March 22, 2003 - March 22, 2003
Time: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Location: Sumner School, 1201 17th Street, NW.

National Cherry Blossom Festival Opening Ceremony
Welcoming remarks by dignitaries; Japanese and American entertainment. Introduction of Goodwill Ambassadors.
Date: March 22, 2003 - March 22, 2003
Time: 5:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Location: John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Millennium Stage

[AGreatPer]

Ahhhhh, dang it.

I'll be in Jersey around Princeton coaching. Best of luck to all.

And, thank you all for keeping up the effort to Support Our Troups.

As I type, we are exactly half way though the altimatum and probably you will be supporting a war effort. Thank you all for doing this.

[Mo1]

Kewl, sounds like it will be a great rally

Plus it gives me a new tag line to use .. Thanks

God Bless Y'all

[FreeTheHostages]

[Mo1]

BTT

[DCdem]

So is it ok for a liberal Democrat who supports the war to attend this rally? I don't want to feel out of place. Should I rethink my 'Democrats for war' sign?