ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. - Aberdeen Proving Ground will join the nation in remembering America's service members, past and present, with a 9 a.m. Memorial Day program at the Edgewood Cemetery on APG South (Edgewood), Monday, May 26.
The event will feature a color guard from the HHC 20th CBRNE Command; as well as a ceremonial walk to the site by local Boy Scouts and members of Edgewood American Legion Post 17 and Knights of Columbus, Corpus Christi Council #6188.
The guest speaker is Col. Richard Schueneman, chief of staff, 20th CBRNE Command. Tim Baird of the Knights of Columbus will narrate.
Along with its local partners, APG is proud to carry on the time-honored tradition of honoring the sacrifices of those who have served our nation, said Rich Rivera, APG lead organizer.
Drivers and guests to APG are reminded that the installation will operate on holiday schedule and the only entry to the post will be through the Hoadley Road (Route 24) gate. Non-ID card holders must present a valid driver's license or photo ID and car registration for entry.
For more information call, the APG Garrison Public Affairs Office at 410-278-1147.
Community observances
APG leaders will participate in the following Memorial Day events around the community: Monday, May 26
9 a.m., Tydings Park & Promenade, Commerce Street, Havre de Grace; in event of inclement weather will be held at American Legion Post 47, 501 St. John Street, Havre de Grace
11 a.m., Bel Air Amphitheater, Shamrock Park, 11 a.m., followed by BBQ at American Legion Post 39, 500 N. Hickory Street; Guest speaker: RDECOM Chief of Staff, Col. Kenneth R. Tarcza
11 a.m., Veterans Memorial Park at N. Parke and S. Rogers streets; followed by luncheon at Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10028, 821 Old Philadelphia Road, Aberdeen.
11 a.m., American Legion Susquehanna Post 135 at 300 Cherry Street, Perryville; wreath laying followed by light refreshments.
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