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 Members
of the MCFFP&D marched and performed at the dedication
of the Maryland Fallen Firefighters Memorial in Annapolis
on June 10, 2006. We were very proud to be a part of
this event. There was a special meaning to all firefighters
across Maryland to remember those who have given the
ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
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to see more pictures from the Fallen Firefighters Memorial
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 Members
of the MCFFP&D marched the 79th annual Apple Blossom
Fireman's parade on Friday, May 5th. We had about 12
players in attendance and we all agree that it was a
great event to play. Bass Drummer Brian Hagberg will
be the first to tell you that it was long and arduous
but very fulfilling to play. We would like to thank
our booster members that backed us up during the event,
Montgomery County Fire and Rescue for letting us use
their USAR Van for transport of members and equipment,
and we would especially like to thank all of those along
the parade route who cheered for us and asked for more!
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to see more pictures from the Apple Blossom Fireman's
Parade |
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 On
Saturday April 22 members of the Montgomery County Firefighters
Pipes and Drums played for the opening ceremonies for
Cabin John's 75th Anniversary. In attendance were Maryland
Governor Robert Erlich who took some time out of his
nite for a photo op!
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to see enlarged picture from the Cabin John Banquet |
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 Ri
Ra Irish Pub in Bethesda hosted a fundraiser for the
Montgomery County Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums on March
18, 2006.
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to see more pictures from the Ri Ra fundraiser |
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 The
Montgomery County Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums participated
in the annual Washington, DC St. Patrick's Day Parade.
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to see more pictures from the Washington, DC parade |
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 Members
of the Montgomery County Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums
visited with Kirk, Mark and Spiegel from the 98 Rock
morning show.
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to see more pictures from the 98 Rock visit |
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 The
Montgomery County Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums stopped
by and played at the IAFF Local 1664 annual bowling
tournament on Saturday, March 11.
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to see more pictures at the bowling tournament |
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 The
Montgomery County Fire Fighters Pipes and Drums successfully
marched in the Alexandria St. Patrick's Day Parade presented
by the Bally Shaners on March 4, 2006. Despite the cold
temperatures and high winds the Pipe Band marched with
PRIDE in its first formal public event.
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to see more pictures of practice |
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 The
band began practicing in January, 2005, preparing for
our first performance this coming March. The band practices
on a weekly basis, which includes both weeknight and
full-day weekend practices. Practices are open to individuals
who are interested in joining the band. Please refer
to our "Join" page for more information.
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to see more pictures of practice
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 On
November 13, 2005 members of the band attended the Dropkick
Murphy’s concert at the 9:30 club in the District.
The Washington D.C. Regional Police Pipe Band opened
for the show, and did an excellent job getting the crowd
ready for the headliners. Our members would like to
thank Scruffy and the rest of the Dropkick Murphy’s
for inviting us backstage and we look forward to seeing
them again next year!
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 The
band held their first fundraiser at Mrs. O’Leary’s
Irish Pub in Gaithersburg on March 19th. The band would
like to send our deepest thanks to all that attended
and purchased merchandise and participated in the auctions.
The event raised over $4000, and that money will be
used to help defer the high costs of uniforms and equipment.
We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!
Fundraiser
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 On
September 1st, members of the band worked jointly with
the Montgomery County Fire and Rescue Services Honor
Guard and the IAFF Local 1664 to help “Fill the
Boot” for Muscular Dystrophy and “Jerry’s
Kids”. The International Association of Fire Fighters
(IAFF) is the largest national sponsor of the Muscular
Dystrophy Association (MDA). The contributions of the
fire fighters a go towards the worldwide research efforts
of MDA to eradicate 40 neuromuscular diseases, summer
camps for children, professional and public health education,
and other programs. Through their passionate Fill the
Boot campaigns, in which fire fighters greet motorists,
shoppers and others and ask them to donate money to
MDA, the IAFF contributed a record breaking $20.3 million
in year 2004 as a consequence of the overwhelming enthusiasm
and contribution of tens and thousands of fire fighters
and paramedics across the US and Canada.
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 After
months of anticipation, the pipers received their new
bagpipes on June 27th. We would like to thank Richard
Chane, our bagpipe supplier, for making the long trip
to personally deliver the pipes. His help and expertise
was very much appreciated. Additionally, the members
would like to apologize to the community of Braddock
Heights for the obnoxious noise we made trying to play
the new instruments!
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