Memorial Day weekend in Kenosha County offers a variety of events to honor and remember those who have served our nation.

On Saturday, May 23, the Pritzker Military Museum & Library in Somers will host a remembrance program at 11 a.m., featuring remarks by Lt. Col. Jennifer Pritzker.

Attendees can also enjoy a visit from Somers Fire & Rescue and a live caricature artist from noon to 3 p.m., along with hands-on crafts and family activities throughout the day.

Admission is free, and those who pre-register will receive complimentary entry to the museum's upcoming exhibit in June.

On Sunday, May 24, the Southern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Union Grove will hold a Memorial Day ceremony at 11 a.m., rain or shine.

For more details, contact Memorial Day Program Coordinator Marina Johnstone at 262-878-5660.

Monday, May 25, features several ceremonies and parades across the county.

In Kenosha, the Navy Club Ship 40 will hold a ceremony at 9 a.m. at Navy Park, located at Sixth Avenue and 54th Street.

The event will include the singing of the National Anthem and "Eternal Father," along with a flower and wreath dedication.

For more information, contact Heath Ryan at 808-284-8047.

In Silver Lake, the American Legion Post 293 will host a parade starting at 9 a.m., followed by a service in front of the American Legion Hall at 307 N. Cogswell Drive.

Organizations and businesses interested in participating in the parade should contact Tad Hartlaub.

In Twin Lakes, the American Legion Post 544 will begin ceremonies at Mound Prairie Cemetery at 9 a.m., then move to St. John's Cemetery at 9:30 a.m.

A parade from Lance Park to the American Legion Post 544 will start at 11 a.m., with a ceremony to follow at the Legion post.

For more details, contact Jim Schmidt at 262-492-3073 or the American Legion Post 544 at 262-877-3669.

In Kenosha, the American Legion Post 21 will hold a ceremony at 10 a.m. at Green Ridge Cemetery, 6604 Seventh Ave.

For more information, contact Matt Christianson at 847-293-6695.

At 11 a.m., Sunset Ridge Memorial Park and the American Legion David Leet Post 552 will host a ceremony at Sunset Ridge Memorial Park, 4300 Green Bay Road.

The program includes the reading of names of all veterans recently interred at the park, a keynote address by Kristen Paxton, a dove release, bagpipes, Taps, and a performance of the National Anthem by singer Morgan Kelsey.

For more details, contact Kelly Wagner at 262-652-7488.

In Pleasant Prairie, the VFW Post 7308 will hold a ceremony at 11:30 a.m. at Old St. Mark's Cemetery, located at Ninth Court and 78th Street.

For more information, contact Larry Rugg at 262-891-2161.

Additionally, the VFW Post 1865 in Kenosha will hold a Memorial Day ceremony at noon, followed by a flag retirement ceremony at 1 p.m. at 6618 39th Ave.

The Kenosha Area Vietnam Veterans will also host a ceremony, including a POW/MIA service, at noon at Library Park, 711 59th Place.

For more details, contact Tim Green at 262-455-5515.

These events provide meaningful opportunities for the community to come together and honor the sacrifices of our veterans.

Whether attending a parade, participating in a ceremony, or taking a moment of silence, residents are encouraged to pay tribute to those who have served and sacrificed for our country.

For the most current information, please refer to local announcements and updates.