We all get excited for Memorial Day Weekend, the traditional beginning to summer (especially important in an area rich in attractions and seaside enjoyment). But we should also remember why most of us get to enjoy this extended weekend and the liberties that come with the pride and honor of calling ourselves “American”. It is because of those who paid the ultimate sacrifice in protecting our country, our freedoms, and all we tout as as our national ideals.
While you’re visiting Cape May this weekend remember those who have served and sacrificed – perhaps a parent, grandparent, friend, or a name on a stone. Here is a list of Memorial Day events to attend for honoring these brave souls:
Sunday, May 29
7:30PM – Coastguard Sunset Parade, Coastguard Training Center, Bear Ave.
8PM – Atlantic Brass Band at Cape May Convention Hall (Free Admission)
Sunset – Nightly Flag Ceremony at Sunset Beach (all season long, May – September) More info at http://www.sunsetbeachnj.com/Flag-Ceremony
Monday May 30
9AM – Wreath Laying Obervance, All Wars Monument on Columbia Ave. in Cape May
10AM – Memorial Day Parade, Pacific Ave. Memorial Field to American Legion in Cape May Court House
11AM – Memorial Day Ceremony at Cape May Conventional Hall, hosted by the City of Cape May, American Legion Harry Snyder Post 193, and VFW Post 386
11:45AM – US Coastguard Rifle Salute and Flower Boat Launching, Gurney Street Beach in Cape May
2PM – Memorial Day Ceremony, Cape May County Veterans Cemetary, 129 Crest Haven Road, Cape May Court House 08210
Sunset – Nightly Flag Ceremony at Sunset Beach (all season long, May – September), More info at http://www.sunsetbeachnj.com/Flag-Ceremony
