Socially Distant Observances

A Message from the Committee

Friends and Neighbors:

Each year, we gather to honor, celebrate, and remember those who have served our country and lost their lives as a result. Each year, we gather along the historic streets of Brunswick and Topsham, on the mall, and along the river to celebrate the lives of those who gave the ultimate sacrifice. This year, we will observe and honor for the same reason, however, our observances might look a little different.

Out of an abundance of caution, and in compliance with the Governor’s stay at home and socially distancing orders, the Brunswick-Topsham Memorial Day Parade and Observances will happen virtually. The safety of our community, participants, and committee is always at the center of our work. Our team is working diligently with partners in the community to share observances with our community to honor and celebrate those who made the ultimate sacrifice.

This year, we will be unable to hold our annual parade, however, there are still ways for you, your family, and your community to celebrate and honor. We encourage you to visit the resting places of loved ones who served, hold mini-parades in your neighborhood for veterans living nearby, share what Memorial Day means to you on your social media, and tune in to our virtual observances on Memorial Day.

We know that for many these services are an important part of the honoring and remembrance of loved ones and we hope that we can help bring those important moments into your home.

Sincerely,
Brunswick-Topsham Memorial Day Committee