Boy Scout Council honors Colonel Anthony E. Schiavi and Eagle Scouts on June 19th.

Yarmouth Port, Mass, May 2nd, 2008 -- Cape Cod and Islands Council, Boy Scouts of America will honor Colonel Anthony E. Schiavi, Commander of the 102nd Intelligence Wing of the Massachusetts Air National Guard and the 2007-2008 Eagle Scouts, for their service to the community at Christopher's restaurant in South Yarmouth on June 19th, 2008.

Colonel Schiavi flew his last mission as Commander of the 102nd Fighter Wing on January 25, 2008 after leading them to earn four consecutive "Outstanding" ratings for "Alert Force Evaluations," an unprecedented accomplishment. Col. Schiavi will continue to lead the 102nd as its mission changes from air defense to intelligence gathering.

For his outstanding example of "...promoting self-reliance and other kindred virtues..." Cape Cod & Islands Council, Boy Scouts of America is pleased to honor Col. Anthony Schiavi as its Distinguished Citizen for 2008.

Eagle Scouts are especially invited to attend the event on June 19th and serve as Eagle Scout sponsors for $175 per seat, which covers their dinner and the dinner cost of one Eagle Scout as well as recognition during the event and in the program book. Friends of Scouting are invited to enjoy the exclusive dinner and program for $125 per person. Sponsorships are still available by calling: (508) 362-4322.

The evening on June 19th will start with social hour and silent auction at 6:00 p.m. Dinner will be served at 7:00 p.m. A live auction of unique items follows the dinner program. Reservations are available online or via (508) 362-4322.