The “Aisle of Honor” flag display will be a part of the upcoming Memorial Day weekend celebrations on Sunday, May 26.
As in year’s past, the Key Peninsula Veterans will host the Aisle of Honor and Memorial program at the Vaughn Bay Cemetery May 26.
The event showcases more than 320 flags flying from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. and an open public ceremony at 1 p.m.
There will be a special guest speaker and the program includes the US Navy Band from Bremerton and a US Honor Guard from Joint Base Lewis/McChord. Musical selections will be heard from the Northwest Pipe and Drum corp and other local talent.
A roll call of military veterans whose flags are flying in review will be recited during the ceremony.
Golf carts and a handicapped toilet are available for the disabled. Light refreshments will be available.
For more information contact KPV President Mike Coffin at 253-884-9852. For driving directions visit the website at www.kpveterans.net.
Vaughn Bay Cemetery is located at the corner of 100th Street KPN and 186th Ave. KPN in Vaughn, Wash. and can be reached by following “Aisle of Honor” road signs along SR 302 and Key Peninsula Highway.
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