Memorial Day

Memorial Day 2 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

The National Moment of Remembrance encourages all Americans to pause wherever they are at 3 p.m. local time on Memorial Day for a minute of silence to remember and honor those who have died in service to the nation. As Moment of Remembrance founder Carmella LaSpada states: “It’s a way we can all help put the memorial back in Memorial Continue Reading

Bedford Day

Bedford Day Mudge Way, Bedford, MA, United States

It’s that time of year again, Bedford Day.  A day where you learn all the things about Bedford you never knew.  There are kids, animals, trucks, food, and more.  I personally love the simultaneous joy of the children and the disappointment of the parents after the goldfish is won.  It’s always a lot of fun and I look forward to Continue Reading

Veterans Day

Veterans Day 160 Great Rd, Bedford, MA, United States

Veterans Day gives Americans the opportunity to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. veterans. However, most Americans confuse this holiday with Memorial Day, reports the Department of Veterans Affairs. What's more, some Americans don't know why we commemorate our Veterans on Nov.11. It's imperative that all Americans know the history of Veterans Day so that we can honor our former Continue Reading

First Flag Raising

Somerville 93 Highland Ave., Somerville, MA, United States

Commemorating a milestone of the American Revolution, January 1, 1776, when General Washington raised a new American flag over the highest point of the American fortifications surrounding the then-occupied City of Boston. Featuring a procession from City Hall in Somerville to Prospect Hill Park, followed by an hour-long program of activities. Numerous city officials, the Ancient & Honorable Artillery Company Continue Reading

Pole Capping

Liberty Pole Capping 75 Great Road, Bedford

The Liberty Pole Capping and Raising is a reenactment of a practice in Colonial America signifying dissatisfaction with varied rulings and conduct of the English government of that date.  It is meant to be commemorative of the spirit of liberty exemplified by Bedfordians and other colonials in the early phases of the War for Independence.  The Colonial units from the Continue Reading