Ridgefield High School junior Claire MacMillan will host In the Loop with our Troops, an educational open house to raise awareness for our country’s military affairs, at First Congregational Church of Ridgefield on Saturday, May 17, between 2:30 and 5.
It is part of her Girl Scout Gold Award project.
Attendees will learn about the various branches of the military, hear some veterans’ stories, experience an American Legion flag ceremony, and hear from such organizations as Bridgeport-based Homes for the Brave, which provides housing and essential services to veterans.
Ms. McMillan will also host a Fill the Half-Track food drive on Memorial Day, Monday, May 26, at Stop & Shop after the parade.
She is working with her brothers Jack and Sam, who are members of Lions Heart, on the food drive. The goal is to fill a half-track military vehicle with food and other items for Homes for the Brave.