Patch Picks: Memorial Day Happenings
Monday is Memorial Day - a day of remembrance for those who died in our nation’s service. Although the three day Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial summer kick-off for many people, honoring or remembering our fallen war heroes is equally important over this special holiday weekend.
Here are some events around the area:
In true recognition of the day, The Long Island National Cemetery Memorial Organization Inc. welcomes the public to its annual Memorial Day service this Sunday, May 29. It begins at 1:30 p.m. at the Wellwood Avenue entrance in Farmingdale. Military and organization color guards will present their colors and all 345,000 graves will be decorated with an American flag the day before. Seating will be available and attendees can also enjoy the new Memorial Garden after the service. The Bethpage Federal Credit Union Air Show at Jones Beach State Park is a huge Memorial Day weekend crowd-pleaser. Last year, the Saturday and Sunday events
Plainview NY June 12 2009 Coming off important wins this past weekend the Long Island Rough Riders men s and women s teams will take to the road looking to pick up vital points in
Plainview NY May 28 2009 Currently riding two game winning streaks the Long Island Rough Riders men s and women s teams return home this Saturday May 30th for their third doubleheader
Plainview N Y May 21 2009 For her efforts in the 0 0 draw with the Boston Renegades on Saturday Rough Riders goalkeeper Kim Yacenda was named to the W League Team of the Week this
Plainview N Y May 23 2009 The Rough Riders men and women were both victorious on Saturday night away from home Both teams won their games by a 2 0 score and have one more road game