On Monday, May 25, the American Legion Post 93 Color Guard will be paying tribute to past veterans at Woodlawn Cemetery at 11 a.m. The public is encouraged to attend.

Everyone is also invited to attend the Memorial weekend “Freedom is Not Free” exhibit  at American Legion, showcasing many photos and mementos shared by veterans and their families.

The exhibit will take place at the American Legion Post 93, Saturday, Sunday and Monday, May 23 – 25, from noon to 4 p.m. For info, call  376-5413.

Several veterans and their family members will be present throughout the exhibit to chat about their loved ones and what it was like for them being in the service or being a “military brat.” Learn about life as a Prisoner of War from Chuck Greening whose father was of Doolittle’s Raiders and also a POW during WWII plus interesting facts about the resulting POW exposition tour following the war. Greening will be present from noon to 2 p.m. on Monday, May 25 to talk about his dad’s life.

Many interesting stories, maps, photos and much more will be shared by veterans who will be present and happy to talk to you. There will also be participation from the Orcas Island Historical Museum.

“So mark your calendar and plan to attend with your whole family as we recognize and honor those past and present who stand for us and proudly signify that ‘freedom is not free,’” say organizers.