Memorial Day, a U.S. federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May, honors the men and women who gave their lives while serving in the Armed Forces.
As is tradition at Lakeside, American Legion Post 7 will host a solemn Memorial Day ceremony on Monday, May 26 at 10 a.m. in the foreign section of the Chapala cemetery. The event will honor fallen members of the U.S., Canadian, British, and Mexican military. The program includes a presentation of the colors, the singing of national anthems, remarks from representatives of various service organizations and government agencies, and the laying of memorial wreaths.
More than 130 military veterans are buried or memorialized in the cemetery’s foreign section. Their gravesites will be adorned with floral arrangements and flags in tribute to their service and sacrifice.
The main entrance to the foreign section is located on Calle Venustiano Carranza, just past the elevated gates of the Panteón Municipal.
Later in the day, Post 7 will hold a Memorial Day social gathering at its headquarters, located at Calle Morelos 114, on the corner of Guerrero. Doors open at 1 p.m., and dinner will be served at 3 p.m. The menu features a Jersey meat lovers club sandwich or a vegetarian option, served with chips, northern-style baked beans, and apple crisp à la mode. The cost is 250 pesos for Legion members and sons, and 300 pesos for non-members.
Live music will be provided by Jeffree White and the Detour Ahead Country Band. Attendees will also have opportunities to win raffle prizes and participate in a 50/50 draw.