“NATIONAL POPPY DAY”
Saturday, May 23: 10am to 6pm
In front of the Jewel-Osco at 7329 Cass Ave
The red poppy is a nationally recognized symbol of sacrifice worn by Americans since World War I to honor those who served and died for our country in all wars. It reminds Americans of the sacrifices made by our veterans while protecting our freedoms. On Sept. 27, 1920, the poppy became the official flower of the American Legion Family to memorialize the soldiers who fought and died during the war. In 1924, the distribution of poppies became a national program of The American Legion.
“MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY”
Monday, May 25: 11am.
Darien Community Park at 7100 Clarendon Hills Rd
Darien Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 2838 will commemorate Memorial Day at the Veterans’ Memorial Monument at Darien Community Park.
Want to honor the Fallen and support our living soldiers who have worn our nation’s uniform? Wear a “RED POPPY” all Memorial Day weekend long.