The Local Lens: Memorial Day
May 25, 2022 | Linda Offerdahl
You can count on our Veterans Club to hold a Memorial Day celebration. This year, like most, it is on Burnt Cedar Beach Jetty at 10 am. Take a moment to reflect on those who served our country in the military. The IVCB Veterans Club, as well as the Military Officers Association of America, actively support veterans throughout the year. Watch for the patriotic celebrations over the 4th of July as part of the Local Heroes weekend celebration.
Growing up in the Midwest, we visited the cemetery every Memorial Day and laid flowers on the graves of our loved ones. Cemeteries are uncommon in the mountains, although we do have a columbarium in St. Patrick’s Episcopalian Church. Some of the longtime residents that have passed away in 2022:
Tatyana Floam
Ginny Hestmark
Sharon Kirby
Jim Nadeau
Ben Solomon
Peter Van Dyke
Bob Wolf
They will be remembered for their many contributions to our community. Apologies to those who passed and are not recognized here.
Two Celebrations of Life will be held in June:
Ben Solomon – June 16, 1-3 pm at Sierra Nevada University
The Founders’ Monument will be dedicated to Ben and Margaret in recognition of their significant contributions to SNU.
Bob Wolf – Saturday, June 25, 2 – 5pm at Aspen Grove
Bob was a founder of the Children’s Cabinet (now Tahoe Family Solutions) and a former IVGID trustee.
LOCAL HEROES 4TH of JULY CELEBRATION
We are looking for Parade & Community Fair participants and volunteers for Saturday, July 2! Would you like to help decorate the parade route? Can you help at check-in to stage parade floats, vehicles, and walking groups? Will your youth group or business put a float or a vehicle in the parade? *
Learn more and sign up at 4thofjulytahoe.com!