Name:
Memorial Day Parade
Date:
May 27, 2013
Time:
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Event Description:
Washington will observe Memorial Day with a parade, followed by a ceremony at the Veteran's Monument in Glendale Cemetery on Monday, May 27th.
The annual parade will step off at 10:00 a.m. from the Heartland Bank parking lot, behind Lindy's Market, near the square. Parade participants are asked to arrive at 9:30 a.m. to begin lining up. The Washington High School Band will be marching in the parade and provide musical accompaniment at the ceremony following. The program will begin when the parade arrives at the monument in the cemetery.
Rides for senior veterans will be arranged by calling (309) 360-3727.
The public is invited to have "lunch with a veteran." A light lunch will be served at the VFW, 300 Zinser Place, Washington, following the program. The lunch is sponsored by Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory and Lindy's Market.
In the event that the parade is canceled due to inclement weather, the program will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the VFW Post.
The parade and ceremony have been jointly planned by teh Washington American Legion Post 100 and the Walker Danforth VFW Post 9016.
"Flags of Washington" will be on display along the parade route. Volunteers are needed to assist in putting up the flags the morning of May 27th. Anyone interested should call Gary Deiters at (309) 745-5999.
The Washington American Legion and VFW encourage everyone to come out and enjoy the parade and honor those who sacrificed everything to ensure that our freedom will endure. Remember to fly your flag.
Further details may be obtained regarding participating in the parade by contacting any American Legion or VFW member or by calling (309) 360-3727.
The annual parade will step off at 10:00 a.m. from the Heartland Bank parking lot, behind Lindy's Market, near the square. Parade participants are asked to arrive at 9:30 a.m. to begin lining up. The Washington High School Band will be marching in the parade and provide musical accompaniment at the ceremony following. The program will begin when the parade arrives at the monument in the cemetery.
Rides for senior veterans will be arranged by calling (309) 360-3727.
The public is invited to have "lunch with a veteran." A light lunch will be served at the VFW, 300 Zinser Place, Washington, following the program. The lunch is sponsored by Deiters Funeral Home and Crematory and Lindy's Market.
In the event that the parade is canceled due to inclement weather, the program will be held at 11:00 a.m. at the VFW Post.
The parade and ceremony have been jointly planned by teh Washington American Legion Post 100 and the Walker Danforth VFW Post 9016.
"Flags of Washington" will be on display along the parade route. Volunteers are needed to assist in putting up the flags the morning of May 27th. Anyone interested should call Gary Deiters at (309) 745-5999.
The Washington American Legion and VFW encourage everyone to come out and enjoy the parade and honor those who sacrificed everything to ensure that our freedom will endure. Remember to fly your flag.
Further details may be obtained regarding participating in the parade by contacting any American Legion or VFW member or by calling (309) 360-3727.
Ongoing Programs & Features
StoryWalk in Washington Park
Take a walk through Washington Park and enjoy a story as you stroll! Beginning at the parking lot located on the Lincoln Grade School side of Washington Park, follow the sidewalk to read a story. This two-month session’s book is There Was a Cold Lady Who Swallowed Some Snow by Lucille Colandro.
Washington Winter Walkabout – February 1-28
Bundle up and join us for the 2nd Annual Washington Winter Walkabout, hosted by the Washington Chamber of Commerce! This month-long, town-wide scavenger hunt runs all February and invites community members to explore Washington while supporting local businesses along the way. More information www.washingtonilcoc.com/washington-winter-walkabout
