Memorial Day Ceremonies Scheduled in Manchester, Lakehurst

If you're looking for a way to commemorate Memorial Day locally, Manchester and Lakehurst will each host events on Monday, May 30, to honor those who died while serving in the military.

Manchester's Memorial Day service and parade will be held at the World War II Memorial Park located on Route 530 and Lake Road.

Participants are asked to assemble at Bayonne Avenue at 9:30 a.m. to prepare to march to the monument for a 10 a.m. service.

Guest speakers will be in attendance and visitors are welcome to place a wreath or flowers in memory of those who served. 

Lakehurst will hold its Memorial Day ceremony, sponsored by the Lakehurst Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 124, at 1:00 p.m. The wreath laying ceremony will be held at Lake Horicon Park, near the corner of Lake Street and Church Street.