Flourtown Fire Company» 100th Anniversary

100th Anniversary Banquet

Tim Ernst — Sat, 20 Nov 2010 23:00:01 +0000

Flourtown Fire Company gathered on Saturday November 20, 2010 to conclude its Century of Service events with its annual awards banquet. Normandy Farm and Coleman Restaurant was the location of the cocktail party and banquet. President Tim Ernst welcomed the firefighters, their guests and others from area fire companies, the township and friends of the fire company. He read a excerpt from Charlie Samtmann’s history of Flourtown Fire Company which would be presented to all those in attendance later in the evening. He introduced Thomas Timoney, Esq. a longtime friend of the fire company and honorary life member to address the crowd as our guest speaker.

Tom spoke of his earliest memories of the fire company – its annual Flourtown Fair – which ran from 1920 to 1951. And he also spoke of the dedication of those in the fire company and his long relationship with the company and its members.

President Ernst then introduced the Rev. Marcia Thompson and Treasurer Ron Valentine for the invocation and toast prior to every sitting down to a delicious meal. After dinner Chief George Wilmot, III and President Ernst introduced their guests and Banquet Chairman Rob Brzezinski presented the following awards:

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100 Years of Service Captured in Bronze

Tim Ernst — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 23:57:11 +0000

On September 10, 2010, Flourtown Fire Company gathered for a cocktail party and celebration of “A Century of Service.” During the ceremonies, the bell from 1910 was unveiled, restored and mounted on a new stand for everyone to enjoy. Also unveiled that evening was a plaque now mounted to the front of 1526 Bethlehem Pike that read “A Century of Service” 1910 – 2010 “In Commemoration of 100 Years of Volunteer Service.”

Photos by Robert Wilmot, Jr. and Tim Ernst

Thank You for Celebrating with Flourtown Fire Co.

Tim Ernst — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 19:11:35 +0000

A Century of Service

Saturday, September 11, 2010

Community Carnival and Fireworks

The Carnival and Fireworks were an overwhelming success! Thank you to everyone who came out. We were in awe of the crowd and the response we received for our free Community Carnival and Grand Fireworks display. We have hundreds of photos of the event and will be sharing them here soon. We still have Cookbooks, T-Shirts and Pint Glasses for sale to commemorate the 100th Anniversary and we appreciate your support.

In 1910, Flourtown was started to save lives and property and our mission remains the same today. Starting at 4PM our free community carnival with food, drinks and plenty of fun and games for the kids was packed with families, friends and a turnout estimated at over 1,000 people. As dusk settled 1,000′s joined us as we celebrated the fire company and remember all those that lost their lives on that fateful day nine years ago, 9/11/01.

It was our way of saying thank you to the community for 100 years of support.

Flourtown Fire Goes International

Rob Brzezinski — Thu, 08 Jul 2010 13:34:56 +0000

Flourtown Fire Company has begun shipping 100th Anniversary T-shirts internationally!

Tell your relatives and friends abroad to visit http://www.flourtownfire.org/wp/about/store/ and order their commemorative t-shirt today!

100th Anniversary Golf Outing

Rob Brzezinski — Fri, 25 Jun 2010 16:50:35 +0000

On June 21st, Flourtown Fire Co. and their guests “Hit the Links” and had a day of fun, food, and prizes as they tested their skill against fellow firefighter/golfers.

After an early breakfast and the rules of the day were announced, a shotgun start @8:30am kicked-off the round of “better ball” golf, and 23 golfers embarked on a day of fun!

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At the conclusion of the round, the Wyndmoor Hose Co. foursome had the lowest total score, winning the bragging rights for the day. However, there is always next time!

Jim Sarsfield, from the Wyndmoor Hose Company won a gift basket courtesy of the O’Towne Tavern for the “Longest Drive”.

Rob Brzezinski, from the Flourtown Fire Company won a Taylor-Made golf bag for getting “Closest to the Hole”.

Following lunch, there was a lottery for various prizes that included signed sports memorabilia from the Philadelphia Flyers, 76ers, and Phillies. Cuba Libre donated a $100 gift card for their restaurant, and there were various other prizes that were won as well.

Photos Courtesy of Bob Wilmot

The “Old Bell” Comes Down

Rob Brzezinski — Wed, 26 May 2010 13:16:17 +0000

On Saturday, April 3rd members of the Flourtown Fire Company took on a project to bring down a piece of our history from atop the old firehouse.

The “old bell”, was used to alert the firefights of a fire alarm before it was replaced by the mechanical siren that we use today.

We plan to refurbish the bell, and put it on display as it is a piece of our heritage.

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Photos courtesy of: Bob Wilmot and Steve House

FFCO Launches Web Store

Rob Brzezinski — Fri, 02 Apr 2010 01:00:19 +0000

2010 is a special year for the Flourtown Fire Company. We are celebrating 100-years of dedication and service to our community. In an effort to commemmorate our centennial we have designed a tee shirt to celebrate our anniversary, which is now for sale on our website.

Shirts are available in a variety of sizes, and will be shipped via FedEx at a calculated rate.

Local pick-up on Monday evenings is available free of charge.

Please note that all transactions must be completed via the eStore on the website in order to assure availability.

Flourtown Fire Company Honored by Springfield Township

Tim Ernst — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 11:58:40 +0000

Members of Flourtown Fire Company attended to March 10, 2010 meeting of the Commissioner’s of Springfield Township, where a resolution was passed unanimously to honor and thank the volunteers and the families of Flourtown Fire Company for 100 years of Service to the community. On hand to accept the resolution from Commissioner and fellow firefighter, Glenn Schaum were: President, Tim Ernst, Chief, George Wilmot III, former Chief, Bill House, Treasurer, Ron Valentine, firefighter Jim Belcher, Director, Robert Scott III, Director/Lieutenant John Redington, and Deputy Chief Mike Frye. Photo by Robert Wilmot.

New apparatus logos to celebrate the 100th Anniversary

Tim Ernst — Fri, 22 Jan 2010 18:23:37 +0000

The official logo for the Flourtown Fire Company’s 100th Anniversary now adorns the rear of Ladder 6, Engine 6 and Squad 6 to celebrate the Century of Service Flourtown has provided to the community.

Thanks go to Chief George Wilmot, III, Chief Engineer Dave Scott and President Tim Ernst for designing and working with Pierce and Charlie Mullin to have the logos applied to the rear slide-up door on each of the trucks.

Sponsorships Available for Flourtown Fire Company’s 100th Anniversary Celebrations

Tim Ernst — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 15:29:31 +0000

Flourtown Fire Company is celebrating “a century of service” in 2010. The company has planned six events that will take place throughout 2010. Sponsorships levels are available to help the volunteers of Flourtown Fire Company celebrate, you or your company can be a part of the celebrations by becoming a sponsor at the following events:

EVENTS:

April 17, 2010 – Beef and Beer for local Volunteer Fire Companies
Volunteer firefighters from the surrounding communities will gather to kick off the 100th Anniversary celebration. It is Flourtown’s way of saying thank you for the support and assistance given through the years.

June 21, 2010 – Golf Outing
Flourtown Fire Co. and their guests will “Hit the Links” for a day of fun, food, and prizes as they test their skill against fellow firefighter/golfers. A shotgun start will begin the day, and a good day will be had by all.

August 7, 2010 – Clam Bake for Flourtown Fire Company Families
This event focuses on the families and spouses of our volunteers whose endless support makes Flourtown Fire Company thrive.

September 10, 2010 – Formal Cocktail Party on our 100th Anniversary
We will be celebrating the “official” anniversary with a formal cocktail party in the engine room of the firehouse. In addition, we will be thanking our sponsors, and the township for all of their support. Music, finger foods, and fun will all be part of this night to remember.

September 11, 2010 – Springfield Twp. Community Carnival and Fireworks
To thank the community of Springfield Township a free carnival for kids, and fireworks for “kids” of all ages will burst in air behind the firehouse as we celebrate Flourtown Fire Company’s 100^th Anniversary. We will also be taking time to commemorate the 9th Anniversary of 9/11.

November 20, 2010 – 100th Anniversary Annual Banquet for Flourtown Fire Co.
Flourtown Fire Company’s grand finale event celebrating “A Century of Service” will be an elegant evening in which our volunteers, and their guests will be treated to an exquisite dinner, and dancing following the service awards.

OUR SPONSORS (we’re happy to add you to this list, please contact us to sponsor an event):

Platinum Fire Horn

Gold Lettering

Firstrust Bank

The Ladies Auxiliary of Flourtown Fire Company

Silver Nozzle

The Comly Family

The Rotary Club of Springfield Township

Wyndmoor Hose Company No. 1

Bronze Helmet

Dan Helwig Inc. Realtors

Janney Montgomery Scott

Thornton Carpentry

Hope and John McGettigan

Scott’s Tree Service, Inc.

Firehouse Friends

Abington Bank

The McGettigan Family

W.B. Homes, Inc.

Wilmot Construction Company, Inc.

Fire Company Patron

Joe and Terry Pilcicki

SPONSORSHIPS:

Platinum Fire Horn Sponsor: $5,000
This level of sponsorship includes mention and signage at all five 100th Anniversary events for Flourtown Fire Company. Your company logo and a link to your site will be placed on Flourtown Fire Company’s website, www.flourtownfire.org listing you as a Platinum Sponsor. Also a commemorative plaque all with our gratitude will be presented to our sponsors at this level. Limit of three Platinum Sponsors.

Gold Lettering Sponsor: $2,000
This level of sponsorship includes mention and signage at the sponsor’s choice of four 100th Anniversary events for Flourtown Fire Company. Your company logo and a link to your site will be placed on Flourtown Fire Company’s website, www.flourtownfire.org listing you as a Gold Sponsor. Also a commemorative plaque all with our gratitude will be presented to our sponsors at this level.

Silver Nozzle Sponsor: $1,000
This level of sponsorship includes mention and signage at the sponsor’s choice of three 100th Anniversary events for Flourtown Fire Company. Your company logo and a link to your site will be placed on Flourtown Fire Company’s website, www.flourtownfire.org listing you as a Silver Sponsor. Also a commemorative letter will be presented to our sponsors at this level.

Bronze Helmet Sponsor: $500
This level of sponsorship includes mention and signage at the sponsor’s choice of two 100th Anniversary events for Flourtown Fire Company. Your company logo and a link to your site will be placed on Flourtown Fire Company’s website, www.flourtownfire.org listing you as a Bronze Sponsor. Also a commemorative letter will be presented to our sponsors at this level.

Firehouse Friend Sponsor: $100 to $499
This level of sponsorship includes mention and signage at the sponsor’s choice of one of the 100th Anniversary events for Flourtown Fire Company. Your company logo and a link to your site will be placed on Flourtown Fire Company’s website, www.flourtownfire.org listing you as a Firehouse Friend Sponsor.

Fire Company Patron Sponsor: Up to $99
Your company logo and a link to your site will be placed on Flourtown Fire Company’s website,
www.flourtownfire.org listing you as a Patron Sponsor.

To become a sponsor download this form, or Donate online and we’ll be in touch.