Woodford County Memorial Day weekend events
Karen Fyke — May 18, 2015Woodford County Memorial Day weekend events
MAY 22-23
Official Poppy Days
Friday – Saturday, May 22-23
9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
IGA and Dollar General stores
Volunteers assist the distribution of the Poppy in return for donations that support the programs carried out by the American Legion Post 466 Auxiliary.
SUNDAY, MAY 24
Civil War Dance demonstration
Sunday, May 24
1 p.m.
Peoria Riverfront Museum, 222 SW Washington
Free with paid museum admission
The Metamora Courthouse Civil War Dancers will perform in full costume. Dances included will be several that were performed at Lincoln’s inaugurals.
MONDAY, MAY 25
Eureka Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
Monday, May 25
10:30 – noon
Parade begins at the High School and proceeds to the Civil War Monument in Olio Cemetery