Volunteers are needed to place 'marking flags' on graves to identify where a wreath should be placed on December 16, 2023, National Wreaths Across America day at Forest Lawn Cemetery. Please contact Barbara Davis, Co-Chair of WAA Volunteers, Wreaths Across America Committee if you are interested in volunteering at bsadavis@aol.com.
Wreaths Across America Day Volunteers: Be prepared to arrive at 9 am to help set up for ceremony at 10 am. Please contact Barbara Davis, Co-Chair of WAA Volunteers, Wreaths Across America Committee if you are interested in volunteering at bsadavis@aol.com.
The final phase of the WWA project remains to be completed, and that is to remove the wreaths. Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 10:00 am is designated as wreath retirement day at Forest Lawn Cemetery. All wreaths must be removed from the graves and placed next to the roads for pickup by the cemetery staff. …
Lecture and Book Signing with Dr. Cassandra Newby-Alexander The Slover Library Foundation, on behalf of the Brinkley Family Memorial Lecture Series, proudly presents an enlightening lecture on “Virginia Waterways and the Underground Railroad” with Dr. Cassandra L. Newby-Alexander on Thursday, Feb. 22, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at The Slover (235 E. Plume St., …
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Rescheduled from March 2 due to inclement weather conditions. Picking up all holiday decorations and trash. Meet at the office, please wear comfortable clothing and bring gloves. Water & snacks provided.
Cleaning stones at the Children’s Lot, follow the signs from Gate 2. Wear old clothing, dress for the weather. Water & snacks provided.
WEATHER UPDATE: Due to inclement weather, today's tour is postponed and will take place Friday, April 26 at 6 p.m. BYOB - Bring your own blanket or chairs. Join Samantha McDonald at Cedar Grove's Potters Field as she takes you on a journey through the Yellow Fever Epidemic of 1855. Hear tales about who lived …
Cleaning stones at the Children’s Lot, follow the signs from Gate 2. Wear old clothing, dress for the weather. Water & snacks provided.
Follow the "This Way" signs to the children's area. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes. Water & snacks will be provided.
Due to an inclement weather forecast, this afternoon's tour is cancelled. We are working to reschedule this tour ASAP. BYOB - Bring your own blanket/chairs and join Samantha McDonald as she reminisces about Victorian cemetery customs and hear a few unfortunate tales from those who are buried in Cedar Grove. Please note: this is a …
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