(Atlantic, Iowa) – The Atlantic Elks and Does will host a Flag Day Celebration Friday, in the downtown Atlantic City Park. Flag Day itself is actually observed June 14^th, but the event, which commemorates the adoption of the United States flag in 1777, will be held beginning at 4:30-p.m., Friday, in Atlantic. Atlantic Elks Lodge #445 member Mark McNees says the Scouts will be on-hand to help out with the event, and the public, especially Veterans are encouraged to attend.

McNees said during the Flag Day event, you’ll learn about the history of our flag and how it has evolved since its inception.

McNees said Flag Day is important to the Elks organization because of its storied history.

The Elks, he said, have always been a big booster of the special day set aside to honor the flag, because they are a very patriotic organization. Flag Day is also an opportunity to learn about flag etiquette, including how to properly display the American Flag and the disposing of a wind- and weather-tattered flag.

The event is open to the public. You’re invited to bring your lawn chair to comfortably enjoy the presentations and meal. For visiting Elks and Does or persons interesting in learning more and/or joining the organization, the local Lodge is located at 411 Walnut Street. It’s open Monday, Friday and Saturday, after 4:30-p.m.