The American Legion’s annual grave decorating will take place on the Friday evening of May 23rd.
There are over 1200 flags that need to be placed on the veterans’ graves that evening. A huge task and the American Legion relies on help from all: volunteer organizations, including the Cub Scouts, Girls Scouts, Boy Scouts, as wellas volunteers from the townspeople. All are invited to lend a patriotic hand.
Volunteers should report to the American Legion Hall (the little Red School House), 71 North Salem Road (Rte. 116) on Friday evening by 6 p.m. After a very brief instruction on the proper placement of the flags, volunteers will disperse into the cemeteries. In the cemetery, there will be Legionnaires stationed about as informational guides. It is suggested that you bring a large screwdriver or a tool to make a guide hole for the placement of the flags. With enough hands, this task is usually completed in an hour’s time. We look forward to another good turnout, and what a great way to participate in the true meaning of Memorial Day!