Memorial Day Festivities in the Works

There’s a new community group that has been formed in Haywood County. The People’s Community Organization has been active for several months now and has planned some special activities for the Memorial Day weekend.

Events begin Friday night, May 26, with a banquet held in honor of a Hero/Volunteer of the Year. The banquet starts at 6 p.m., at the Wyatt-Duke National Guard Armory on Morgan Street.

Enjoy a “Gospel Explosion” Saturday night, May 27. Ann Marks Performing Arts Center will fill with the sounds of 100 Male Voices and other great musicians from Memphis at 6 p.m.

Festivities will continue with a Memorial Day parade Monday, May 29. The parade will fill the streets of downtown Brownsville and pay tribute to those who have died for our freedom. The parade begins at 10 a.m.

Everyone is invited to participate in these activities. For more information, contact Jeanette Cole at 731-394-8475.

The People’s Community Organization was organized to encourage youth to interact with adults from the community. The group hopes to create a positive atmosphere that will inspire youth and contribute to the overall success of those involved. These fundraising events will help provide programs and opportunities to involve youth in community activities.

First published May 12, 2006