Flag Raising Ceremony – To honor our service members and veterans

Activities stop, soldiers salute, civilians place their hands on their hearts and Reveille is played to honor the Flag as it is raised twice daily at U.S. military posts and bases across the world. In honor of our service members and veterans near and far the 2023 Summerfest will kick off with a Flag raising by the Color Guard at the Deerwood American Legion Post 557 at 8:45am on Friday August 11th. The Pledge of Allegiance will be recited following the flag raising. Veterans and Active/Reserve service members are invited to attend in-person and gather at 8:30 am.

Local businesses are requested to cease activities at that time, if possible and safe, to participate in the honor and appreciation of our nation’s flag, what it represents, and what so many have sacrificed protecting it and our country. Attendance in person at the Legion is also encouraged.