In this time of elevated global conflict, please take a moment to remember and celebrate those that gave it all to protect the USA. Our service people nobly serve our county to protect our freedom and most important, our fragile democracy and the Constitution. Take time to remember and even visit one of our local cemeteries. The flag lined lanes will amaze and help remember and honor how much these service people of all kind have done for our country for 250 years.
Saturday, May 23rd, Modesto Memorial Classic
You can also celebrate and remember those who fought and died for American democracy and our Constitution. Get your running gear on and gather your friends and family for this run for a great cause. Take time & remember how important preserving our democracy is, and honor those who served and gave all. This is a benefit for the Delta Vets Center. Paid entries receive a pancake breakfast from the Delta Vets Center.
Day of race check-in – 7 am.
8 am– 1-mile run/walk for all ages, 8:45 a.m. – 5K run/walk for all ages, 10:15 a.m. – Kid’s Fun Run (kids 10 & under), 10:45 a.m. – brief awards ceremony
For info and registration – shadowchase.org/races/memorial-classic/<shadowchase.org/races/memorial-classic/>
Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 Memorial Day Flag Placement
In honor of Memorial Day, Troop 43 Scouts will place over 900 flags on the graves of veterans who served our country. This meaningful tradition helps ensure their service and sacrifice are remembered and honored by our community. This event is open to the public. Oakdale Citizens Cemetery 9 am- 12 pm
Monday, May 25th 2026
Presented by the VFW Post 3199
11 am – Acacia Memorial Park, 801 Scenic Drive. Police Chief of Modesto Brandon Gillespie, Modesto City Council Member Jeremiah Williams, and a few other members. Stanislaus County Sheriff’s office will also be sending a Commander to speak on behalf of the sheriff, and Modesto PD is sending out chaplains for the opening and closing prayer. The Musicadet Alumni Band from Turlock, CA, and the VFW will be conducting the honors portion of the ceremony, including a gun salute.
1 pm. – Lakewood Cemetery, 900 Santa Fe, Hughson
Afternoon – Hamburgers and Hot Dogs provided for Free at the VFW Post at 2801 W Hatch Rd.
