The 2016 Memorial Day Observance Program being held at Oakland Cemetery in Waukon Monday, May 29 will commence following the traditional parade that begins at 9:45 a.m. in front of the Allamakee County Courthouse and marches its way to the cemetery. In the event of rain, the program will be held at the Waukon Banquet Center.
All Veterans are encouraged to participate, a ride will be provided for those Veterans unable to walk the parade route to the cemetery. Anyone wishing to enter a unit in the parade or seeking more information on the Memorial Day program in Waukon should contact Heather Homewood at the Allamakee County Veterans Affairs Office at 563-568-6135.
Volunteers are also needed to help set up the Avenue of Flags Saturday, May 27, beginning at 7 a.m. Those efforts will begin at the Allamakee County Courthouse in Waukon.