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SUMMARY:Sunset Parade at the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial
LOCATION:Rosslyn Metro Station
DESCRIPTION:Saved in Palaner as: saved\n\nPalaner match: 35% · why: lots of
  people going\n\nThe Sunset Parade ceremony\, featuring "The Commandant's 
 Own" United States Marine Drum and Bugle Corps and the United States Marin
 e Corps Silent Drill Platoon\, showcases Marine Corps precision\, discipli
 ne\, and tradition. The Sunset Parade tradition began in 1956 as a tribute
  to the Marines whose “uncommon valor was a common virtue.” Standing in th
 e shadow of the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial’s 32-foot-high figures\, gu
 ests experience a unique ceremony that honors Marine Corps heritage and de
 dication.\n\nLet's meet in Rosslyn and walk to the U.S. Marine Corps War M
 emorial to enjoy the ceremony!\n\n❶ What we'll do:\n\nFrom the sidewalk in
  front of McDonald's\, across the street from the Rosslyn Metro Station (M
 oore St side)\, we'll walk about 0.6 miles south along Fort Myer Dr and Me
 ade St to the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial\, arriving at the restrooms. 
 From there we'll pick out a likely spot to watch the ceremony. After the c
 eremony is complete\, we'll return north to our starting point.\nThe walk 
 a little over a mile\, mostly flat with steps here and there\, and should 
 take about 15 minutes each direction. This is a very easy walk.\nGoogle ma
 p: https://tinyurl.com/mu2u6se8\n\n❷ How to get there:\n\nDriving: Rosslyn
  Metro Station is located at 1850 N. Moore Street\, Arlington\, VA. There 
 is limited parallel parking in the area\, but allow time to hunt for it. S
 ee https://goo.gl/maps/AQjzsa82x5XcWHYDA\nMetro: Rosslyn Metro Station is 
 on the Blue and Orange Metro lines. See current Metro status here: https:/
 /www.wmata.com/service/status/\n\n❸ What to bring: Water\, comfy shoes\, a
 nd weather-dependent clothing or umbrellas. Insect repellent\, a flashligh
 t\, and a light blanket or folding chair to sit on during the ceremony are
  recommended.\n\n❹ Weather: The forecast is partly cloudy and a high of 88
 F\, with 6 mph SSE winds and a 24-36% chance of showers\, with possible th
 understorms. Updates: https://tinyurl.com/mpzzy5tk\n\n❺ Advisories:\n\nAs 
 a reminder\, this is an adult group\, and you are ultimately responsible f
 or your own safety and well-being during events. No one under 18 years of 
 age is allowed at this event\, either as members or as guests\, to include
  babies in carriers and/or strollers.\n\n❻ Administrative stuff:\n\nRestro
 oms are located at McDonald's near the meetup point (open 24/7) and at the
  U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial (restrooms close at 8 pm).\nCost: Admissio
 n is free\, and no reservations are required.\n\n❼ Notes:\n\nSunset Parade
 s at the U.S. Marine Corps War Memorial\, https://www.barracks.marines.mil
 /Parade-Information/\n\nEvent illustration: U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl
 . Christian Varney/Released (public domain)
URL:https://www.meetup.com/alexandria-walking-group/events/315881140/
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