Memorial Day services canceled

(April 16, 2020) Memorial Day services at the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines have been canceled, because of executive orders limiting gatherings in Maryland. 

The annual service had been scheduled for Memorial Day, May 25. 

The Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation will go ahead with a modified Flags for Heroes display, in the field between Route 589 and the veteran's memorial.  

Each year, flags are placed in honor of local heroes, including servicemen and women, first responders, teachers, family members, doctors and hospital workers, or anyone who has been an inspiration. This year, the Memorial Foundation will also honor those on the front lines of the COVID-19 response.  

Flag sponsorships are $50, and flags will be on display from Armed Forces Day, May 16, through Flag Day on June 14.   

The project is co-sponsored by Rotary Club of Ocean City/Berlin and Worcester County Veterans Memorial Foundation. 

For sponsorship forms, visit www.opvets.org/events/flags-for-heroes-2020. The Memorial Foundation is also seeking corporate sponsors, with sponsorship levels ranging from $250 to $2,000. 

For more information, contact Cliff Berg at 302-540-2127 or email [email protected].