THE WASHINGTON POST • FRIDAY, MAY 28, 2010
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Holiday events just for you
It certainly may not be the sound com- monly associated with a day of remem- brance, but the rumble of motorcycles has become a staple in the area’s Memorial Day celebration. Originally started as a ride of support for prisoners of war left be- hind in Vietnam, Rolling Thunder has made noise for veterans since 1987. The motorcade will be making its way from Ar- lington to the District on Sunday at 7 a.m. with the same intentions: bringing aware- ness to missing troops and demonstrating their respect for American troops. After the thunder of motorcycles passes, how- ever, there will be many ways to show your appreciation for men and women who have served our country. Here are some events where you can let your red, white and blue shine through.
— Kristen Boghosian
THE DISTRICT
MEMORIAL DAY AT THE U.S. NAVY
MEMORIAL No matter how you want to spend your Memorial Day, there’s something for you at the Navy Memorial. Commemorative wreaths will be laid, a rock band will perform and a workshop on memoirs will take place in front of the memorial’s striking blue fountain. The events begin as Rolling Thunder takes to Pennsylvania Avenue on Saturday and includes a day-long Navajo dance ceremony. Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m., Sunday 9 a.m.-4 p.m., Monday 10 a.m.-2 p.m. U.S. Navy Memorial, 701 Pennsylvania Ave. NW. 202-737-2300. www.
navymemorial.org. Free.
NATIONAL MEMORIAL DAY PARADE Although it
may seem peaceful in comparison to Rolling Thunder, this parade promises to demand your loudest cheers. Actor Gary Sinise will help honor ranking officers and veterans including R.V. Burgin, the inspiration for HBO’s “The Pacific.” Hundreds of members of the armed forces will march. Monday at 2 p.m. Constitution Avenue from Seventh to 17th streets NW. 703-302-1012, Ext. 227. www.
nationalmemorialdayparade.com. Free.
MARYLAND
ROCKVILLE HOMETOWN HOLIDAYS Rockville
gives residents a reason to celebrate their town with music, crafts and entertainment. Four bands, including Soul Asylum, will provide the soundtrack. The celebration comes to an end Monday after a wreath-laying ceremony and 21-gun salute. The grand finale is the 66th Memorial Day Parade. Saturday and Sunday 1-10 p.m., Monday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Rockville Town Center, 36 Maryland Ave., Rockville.
240-314-5000.
www.rockvillemd.gov. Free. MONOCACY NATIONAL BATTLEFIELD MEMORIAL DAY COMMEMORATION Referred
to by the National Park Service as the Civil War battle that saved Washington, the Battle of Monocacy stopped the Confederate Army from taking the capital. Events include ranger-led programs on the history of Memorial Day. Visitors can see the memorial flag display, which honors those who died in the Battle of Monocacy. There will be a moment of silence to remember all who died while fighting in the armed services. Program: Saturday and Sunday at 1 and 3 p.m.; remembrance is Monday at 3 p.m. Monocacy National Battlefield, 5201 Urbana Pike, Frederick. 301-662-3515.
www.nps.gov/mono. Free.
VIRGINIA
SUMMER BLAST OFF Wolf Trap kicks off its summer season with a stirring performance by
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“There ought to be a law—all
bio-dramas should be as vivid and entertaining as Thurgood.”
–New Y
ork Daily News
Laurence Fishburnein
A play by George Stevens Jr. Directed by Leonard Foglia
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TheaterattheKennedyCenterispresentedwiththegeneroussupportof StephenandChristineSchwarzman.
JUNE 1–20
Tickets at the Box Office or charge by phone (202) 467-4600
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For Information
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Go to
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Photo courtesy of Janet Hitchen
Daily highlights:
*Vendors & Shopping *Good Food
*Hunter & Jumper classes starting at 8 a.m.
Saturday highlights:
*Leadline, WalkTrot & Family Classes *Ladies SideSaddle Classes *Jumper Stakes Classes
Other Sunday highlights:
*Pedigree Country Fair
*Jack Russell Terrier Races *Carriage Driving Grand Prix *Hunter Breeding Classes
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2009 PHOTO BY ANDREA BRUCE/THE WASHINGTON POST
You may not have a bike like Rolling Thunder participants’, but you can mark Memorial Day in other ways across the region.
the U.S. Marine Band. Gates open at 6:30 p.m. Sunday for this popular start to summer, and the park will close when capacity is reached, so plan on arriving early. Fireworks follow the performance at 9:45 p.m. Wolf Trap, 1645 Trap Rd., Vienna. 703-255-1900.
www.wolf-trap.org.
Free.
ARLINGTON NATIONAL CEMETERY MEMORIAL DAY OBSERVANCE There’s no
more stirring Memorial Day visual than the site
June 7th
of white headstones dotted with American flags at Arlington. Events include a wreath-laying at the Tomb of the Unknowns, followed by an observance program hosted by the Defense Department. Wreath-laying is Monday at 11 a.m., but plan on getting there early because of security for dignitaries. Arlington National Cemetery, 214McNair Rd., Fort Myer.
703-607-8000.
www.arlingtoncemetery.org. Free.
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