Merrick American Legion Post #1282 is to dedicate its new veterans monument on Saturday, November 11. The memorial, on Merrick Avenue across from Camp Avenue Elementary School, is a tribute to Merokeans who have served in all branches of the U.S. military.
The post will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, November 7 at 8 P.M. to review plans for the parade and dedication ceremony for the monument.
Post members will begin assembling for the parade at 9 A.M. on the 11th outside the Long Island Rail Road parking lot at Merrick Avenue and Sunrise Highway. The parade will get under way at 10 A.M. Dedication of the monument will take place at noon.
For more information, one may call Commander Tom Riordan at (516) 546-8765.
