Memorial Day Service

MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY TO BE HELD AT FRISCO COMMONS PARK, MAY 31

(May 28, 2010) A wreath presentation, flag ceremony and patriotic music are planned for the Memorial Day observance to be held on Monday, May 31 at 9 a.m. at the city’s Veteran’s Memorial at Frisco Commons Park, 8000 McKinney Road.

This year’s guest speak is retired Air Force Colonel Richard Graham. Boy Scout Troop 298 will present the colors. Observers will also enjoy patriotic performances by the Frisco Chorale and the Frisco Community Band, which will also hold a concert in the large pavilion following the
ceremony. Organizers are encouraging observers to bring their lawn
chairs and blankets.

Additional parking is available at the intersection of McKinney and Sunset, in front of the Boys and Girls Club. Parking is also available at the Youth Center Park, 7775 Camellia, and Staley Middle School, 6927 Stadium Lane; however, no shuttle service will be provided.
The event is sponsored by the Frisco Garden Club, the Frisco VFW Post 8273 and the City of Frisco. Other event participants include Civil Air Patrol Cadets, the Frisco Noon Rotary Club and Frisco ISD.

This year marks the 15th year these organizations have sponsored the public observance to honor veterans who have served and died for our country.

For more information, contact Jane Whitledge, Frisco Garden Club representative, 972-839-5255.