Memorial Day Services 2012
What Brookline is doing for Memorial Day this year, on Monday, May 28.
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Monday, May 28, 2012
Memorial Day: What's Open and Closed Today
Check out what's open and closed today in Brookline.
Today is Memorial Day, and the holiday means some businesses and government offices could be closed. Before you head to the Post Office or drop your kid off at school, check our list below of what's open and what's closed today. The program of events here in Brookline starts at Veterans' Post at 8 a.m., where a shuttle will take people to Walnut Hills Cemetery, and then return to the World War Monument infront of Town Hall at 11 a.m. for the concluding ceremonies. Municipal, state, federal offices: Closed (no meetings). Libraries: Closed. Schools: Closed. Banks: Closed. Stock market: Closed. Mail: Post offices closed; express delivery only. Retail stores: Open at owner's discretion. Liquor stores: Closed. Supermarkets: Open. Convenience …
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Five Things You Need to Know Today: Memorial Day
Five facts and figures about the unofficial start of the summer season.
Memorial Day was officially proclaimed on May 5, 1868 by Gen. John Logan, national commander of the Grand Army of the Republic, in his General Order No. 11, and was first observed on May 30, 1868, when flowers were placed on the graves of Union and Confederate soldiers at Arlington National Cemetery. (Fact courtesy usmemorialday.org.) Cities and towns across the United States host Memorial Day parades each year, often incorporating military personnel and members of veterans’ organizations. Some of the largest parades take place in Chicago, New York and Washington, D.C. (Fact courtesy history.com.) Here in Brookline, we have a program of events at three locations around town. There is a chance of showers and thunderstorms during the day. …
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Saturday, May 26, 2012
Memorial Day Services 2012
What Brookline is doing for Memorial Day this year, on Monday, May 28.
A program of events around Brookline to comemmorate Memorial Day. A shuttle departs from Veterans' Post at 8 a.m., goes to Walnut Hills Cemetery, and will return to the World War Monument infront of Town Hall at 11 a.m. for the concluding ceremonies. Conducted by Dr. Ron Nasif, Commander-American Legion Post 11 Conducted by Bill McGroarty, Director of Department of Veterans’ Services All participants are invited to a Collation at the American Legion/VFW Veterans Post immediately followingthe Memorial Day ceremony
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Tuesday, May 31, 2011
Brookline Remembers: Memorial Day Services
Scenes from Brookline's Memorial Day Services.
Brookline Memorial Day services included the rededication of the Civil War tablets outside Town Hall, as well as services at several different locations in town. Memorial Day is an annual remembrance of those who served the country in the military at various times throughout history.
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Monday, May 30, 2011
Memorial Day Services Today
What Brookline is doing for Memorial Day today.
This is a reposting of the program detailed on Saturday. A shuttle departs from Veterans' Post at 8 a.m., goes to Walnut Hills Cemetery, and will return to the World War Monument infront of Town Hall at 11 a.m. for the concluding ceremonies. Conducted by Dr. Ron Nasif, Commander-American Legion Post 11 Conducted by Bill McGroarty, Director of Department of Veterans’ Services
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Saturday, May 28, 2011
Memorial Day Services This Weekend
If you want to remember those who gave their lives, here's where to go and what to do this weekend.
If you plan to get out and remember those who served, the Brookline Veterans' Services department has a full program which travels to various sites around town and culminates in the rededication of the restored Civil War tablets outside Town Hall. A shuttle departs from Veterans' Post at 8 a.m., goes to Walnut Hills Cemetery, and will return to the World War Monument infront of Town Hall at 11 a.m. for the concluding ceremonies. Conducted by Dr. Ron Nasif, Commander-American Legion Post 11 Conducted by Bill McGroarty, Director of Department of Veterans’ Services
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Thursday, May 26, 2011
Get Out! Memorial Day Weekend
Find something fun for Saturday and Sunday, then remember those who served the Country on Monday.
When/Where: Friday and Saturday night (and tonight) 7 p.m. at Lincoln School Why: The older members of PALS perform the musical "Little Shop of Horrors." The story of a young florist's assistant, Seymour, who grows a plant that feeds on human flesh. It's a farce with some elements of creepiness, which make it a unique experience with memorable characters and songs. Pricing: $25 for adults, $15 for seniors, students and kids. When/Where: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Arnold Arboretum, Why: On the last Saturday of each month, the Arnold Arboertum opens up for fun family activities. Each month is a new adventure, with a surprise that could be crafts or a scavenger hunt. Drop in anytime to find out what's happeneing at the Arboretum this …
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