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Sebastian Memorial Day observances planned

Written by: May 26 2010
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SEBASTIAN – Memorial Day Observances in Sebastian will begin at 10:45 on Monday, May 31 at Riverview Park.

Ceremonies will include plenty of patriotic music performed by Indian River Charter High School student Thomas Ingui, and the Sebastian River High School Band led by Debbi Hanford and directed by Joel Pagan and Abby Rahn.

The keynote speaker will be CDR Randy Laws, USN Retired, and a Senior Naval Science Instructor at Sebastian River High School’s Navy Junior ROTC Unit.

An Honor Roll of deceased veterans will be read, followed by a Wreath Laying and Blessing, Honor Guard Veterans’ Salute and Taps.

Immediately following observances at the park, the American Legion Post #189 and VFW Post #10210 will host an open house with food and refreshments.

Information:  (772) 589-3405

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