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East County Memorial Day Observance Ceremonies

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Here is a look at Memorial Day Observance Ceremonies in East Contra Costa County:

Saturday, May 23

Oakley
Beginning at 10:30 am Saturday, the City of Oakley invites you to commemorate the American Soldiers who have died while serving the nation. The event will held at the Civic Center Park in downtown Oakley. This years keynote will be delivered by Oakley resident, US Air Force Senior Airman and Vietnam combat veteran, John Amie.

Monday, May 25

Antioch:
Beginning at 9:00 am from City Hall to Oakview Memorial Park, the Antioch VFW, American Legion and City Officials will celebrate Memorial Day. The event will be held at Oakview Memorial Park which will include a gun salute, dove release, patriotic music and honors for veterans.

The event will begin at 10:00 am at 2500 E. 18th Street in Antioch.

BRENTWOOD/BYRON:
The Veterans of Brentwood-Byron will host a ceremony beginning at 10:00 am at Union Cemetery located at 11545 Brentwood Blvd in Byron. The event is being hosted by the VFW Post 10789 will feature music, speeches and the firing of Civil War-era cannons.

Pittsburg
This years event will begin at 10:00 am at Pittsburg Veterans Memorial on Harbor Street. This event is being put on by the Disabled American Veterans Council, Chapter 154 and American Legion Post 151 as well as the VFW Post 1858.

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