For the Reporter

Green River Composite Squadron, a local unit of the Civil Air Patrol, is hosting an open house at 7 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 3 at the Fraternal Order of Eagles, 702 M St. SE, Auburn.

State Sen. Joe Fain, R-Auburn, will be on hand for a special presentation to the squadron

According to Lt. Col. Paul Hansen, squadron commander, the community is welcome to attend and learn more about CAP and how they could join. Membership is open to individuals ages 12 and up.

Members of the squadron will be present to greet visitors and explain CAP’s missions for America.

CAP was established Dec. 1, 1941, and members are celebrating Civil Air Patrol Week (Dec. 1-7).

The open house is part of the anniversary observance designed to create a greater awareness of CAP’s presence and contributions in the community.

Visit www.grcscap.com or www.facebook.com/grcscap for more information.