Patriotism in Action
Welcome to America 250 St. Charles County! We are dedicated to promoting patriotism and pride in the rich tapestry of America. Through engaging projects for both children and adults, as well as honoring our veterans and celebrating our community, we aim to inspire knowledge and excitement. Join us as we share and celebrate the diverse stories that make up the American narrative, the unique contributions of all backgrounds, cultures, and communities.
Ideas for America250
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Creating an America 250 challenge coin” for the 250th celebration. Use it as fundraising purchase or an award. Use as you see fit. Then, when people travel throughout our great county or nation , since this is nationwide, they could give them to people they meet. It would be great way to promote our area and celebrate our nation!
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Historical Speaker – Host a monthly talk on American history, focusing on local and national milestones.
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Patriotic Art & Essay Contests – Engage schools and the community with themes like “What America Means to Me.”
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Adopt-A-Veteran Program – Connect the community with local veterans for interviews and storytelling sessions. ( work with VFW’s and American Legions.
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Community Service Challenge – Encourage residents to complete a total of 250 acts of service before July 4th. We can somehow keep a tally and post it on social media and the city’s website.
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Flag Education & Display Program – Promote proper flag etiquette and encourage displays of the American flag everywhere!
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“America 250” Time Capsule – Collect letters, artifacts, and predictions for the future to be opened in 2076.
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American Music & Film Nights – Celebrate patriotic films and music from different eras. Big Celebration for July 4th
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Massive Parade – Featuring military, first responders, historical reenactors, city leaders and local organizations.( maybe a Float contest.
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Living History Village( work with Historic society)– With actors portraying historical figures and showcasing different time periods walking around
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Fireworks Extravaganza – The biggest in history.
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Community Picnic & Cook-Off
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Veterans & First Responders Tribute
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Reading of the Declaration of Independence – In a public setting with community leaders or maybe have some kids read each one
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National Anthem Sing-Along
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Scavenger hunt
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Posting posters of the Declaration of Independence and US Constitution
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Distributing copies of the Liberty Lives Forever pocket Constitution books
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Planting a Liberty Tree
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Obtaining and drinking Liberty Tea or make you own
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Walk, run, bike 250 miles
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250 seconds to talk about something patriotic
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Create a new patriotic song with music and lyrics
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Create a video with a patriotic theme
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Interview veterans and unsung heroes
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Create a play or musical with a patriotic theme
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Paint fire hydrants red, white, and blue
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Choir, band, or orchestra performing patriotic music
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Art contest with awards
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Passport of Patriotism – stamped at events
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Show Me Patriotic Communities
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Patriotic Floral Display
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Valentines for Veterans
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Welcome to America for naturalized citizens
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Flash Mob
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Plant red, white, and blue flowers in the spring
This is what our America 250 Steering Committee has done and what we are involved with:
Events and Opportunities
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SPRING 2026:
St. Peters – Liberty Tree Planting, Spring 2026. Details to follow.
May 25 – Memorial Day Celebration, St. Peters. Details to follow.
May 18-23 – Revolution: We the People, various St. Charles County Libraries.
Check for locations and times.
May 9 – The British Attack against St. Louis during the American Revolutionary War.
St Charles County Kisker Road Library Rooms A&B, 10:00-11:00 am.
March 14 – Women in the American Revolutionary War.
St Charles County Middendorf-Kredell Library Rooms A&B, 10:00-11030 am.
February 14 – Free & Enslaved Blacks in the Western Theater of the Revolutionary War.
St Charles County Spencer Road Library Room L, 10:00-11:00 am.
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SUMMER 2026:
August 8 – The U.S. Constitution, An Overview.
St. Charles County Kathryn Linneman Library Room A, 10:00-11:00 am.
July 4 – Wreath-laying Ceremony for Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson City, MO.
July 4 – Commemoration for the Battle of Fort San Carlos.
See https://showme250.mo.gov/celebrate/ in January 2026.
July 4 – Independence Day Parade, St. Charles. Details to follow.
July 3 – “Candles for Paul Revere,” St. Charles. Details to follow.
June & July – Cottleville Art Retreat.
June 25 – An Evening with George Washington, various St. Charles County Libraries.
Check for locations and times.
June 13 – The United States Flag, More than a Symbol.
St Charles County Spencer Road Library Room L, 10:00-11:00 am.
June 14 – More than Flag Day.
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PAST EVENTS & ACTIVITIES:
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Sept. 1 – Nov. 21, 2025 – Middle school student contest to design the “I Voted” stickers.
See https://www.sccmo.org/2404/I-Voted-Sticker-Contest for details.
Public voting to select the winning entry in January 2026.
November 11 – VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION, St. Peters City Hall, 10:00 am.
November 11 – VETERANS DAY PARADE, St. Charles City.
November 10, 2025 – Marine Corps 250th Birthday Celebration – Jefferson City Rotunda, 1:30-2:30 pm.
October 25, 2025 – Constitution Day presentation, 11:00 am at Spencer Library
October 11-26, 2025 – “Legends and Lanterns” in St. Charles. “Bets-Hay-Ross” Scarecrow Entry.
September 6, 2025 – Display table and HUGE Birthday cake at 2nd Annual St. Charles Wine Festival.
August 15-17, 2025 – Display table and HUGE Birthday cake at “Festival of the Little Hills” in St. Charles.
July 4, 2025 – Our America 250 float in the St. Charles City Independence Day Parade.
June 12, 2025 – Kick-Off Celebration at Defiance Ridge Winery. Mark Schmitz, Keynote Speaker.
