American Legion Post 854 in Evergreen Park, Illinois, invites the community to participate in its annual Memorial Day remembrance ceremony on May 25. The event is set to begin at 11 a.m. at the intersection of 97th Street and Kedzie Avenue. Residents are encouraged to arrive early, before 10:30 a.m., as the parking lot will be closed for the ceremony. The program will feature the posting of colors by American Legion members and a wreath-laying to honor those who sacrificed their lives for the country. The ceremony will conclude with a traditional 21-gun salute and the playing of taps, paying tribute to fallen soldiers. Following the public ceremony, veterans will gather in the American Legion hall to remember their fellow members who passed away in 2026. This event serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by service members and offers a chance for the community to come together in remembrance.