Throughout the Month of May
Anyone wishing to flag a Veterans Grave in need of a graveside memorial flag – Please do not hesitate to come down to the office of The City of Haverhill Veterans Services Department located on the second floor of the Haverhill Citizen’s Center at 10 Welcome St Haverhill MA 01830. We will provide you with flags during normal business hours throughout the month of May. Our office is responsible for providing flags for approximately 8000 Veterans graves throughout the City of Haverhill. We rely heavily on volunteers because many of our buried veterans no longer have living relatives within the city to flag their graves. Anyone wishing to place flags throughout the Memorial Day week may do so and the community is encouraged to come by our offices here at the Veterans Services Department if they want to flag a Veterans’ grave.
Friday, May 15th
National Peace Officers Day – The Haverhill Police Relief Association will be hosting their annual Peace Officer Memorial Service on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 9:30 AM at the Haverhill Police Department. We gather to honor the deceased members of the Haverhill Police Department and all officers who have made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
Thursday, May 21st
Memorial Day Creative Sanctuary –CBAW is a charitable organization that builds healthy and connected communities where veterans and civilians share creative expression, mutual understanding, and support through workshops led by professional artists. This event offers a welcoming online space for art, writing, meditation, and meaningful connection. Submit a project you’re working on or something that inspires you to share with the group. Whether you’re an artist, writer, or simply seeking a moment of calm during Memorial Day, this open art/writing session is for you. Learn more and submit your work: https://bit.ly/WeRememberArtwork2026
Submission deadline: Thursday, May 21. All are welcome to attend!
Friday, May 22nd
Tilton Elementary is hosting their Annual Memorial Ceremony - Friday, at 1:30pm. The Tilton Elementary Students will perform their annual Memorial Day Tribute. A decades-long Haverhill tradition continues when all John C. Tilton School students take part in the school’s annual Memorial Day celebratory concert.: 400+ students will attend, 200 to 300 guests (invited guests, Parents, Veterans, and Friends of Tilton attending).
Saturday May 23rd
Flagging of the Graves – Saturday 9 am start time, Flagging of the Graves – Volunteers Needed! Veterans Organizations and Volunteers to include individuals, scouts, youth groups, and community organizations will meet at AMVETS Post 147 at 576 Primrose St, Haverhill, MA 01830-2659 · Tel # (978) 374-9807 to deploy graveside memorial flags to cemeteries across the city. Volunteers are encouraged to bring water. All are welcome to participate. Make this a part of your annual Memorial Week tradition!
Sunday May 24th
Ringing of the Bells – We encourage all community and civic organizations, businesses, religious organizations, individuals, friends, and family to ring a bell in honor of the fallen on Sunday, May 25TH at Noon. The tolling of church bells is a traditional practice used to honor and remember the men and women who have died in service to the country. This practice, often referred to as "ringing for the fallen," serves as a solemn and somber reminder of the sacrifices made by our military personnel.
The ringing of bells on Memorial Day is a way to acknowledge and honor the lives of those who have died in service to the nation. The sound of the bells is a powerful symbol of remembrance, grief, and respect for the fallen. Many churches participate in ringing bells on Memorial Day, and some organizations, like the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, also encourage bell ringing to honor fallen firefighters. We ask that you “Ring for the Fallen” on this day at 12 noon in honor of all our fallen heroes to include Fire, Police, and First responders. All are welcome to participate!
Monday May 25th
Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony 2025 – Parade will begin staging at 10 am at the Fire Museum on Kenoza – Parade steps off at 10:45 am - Memorial Day Ceremony will take place upon commencement of the Parade at Linwood Cemetery. AMVETS Post 147 will be hosting the ceremony and a luncheon of light refreshments and snacks will follow at the club at 574 Primrose Street. All are welcome to attend!
National Moment of Silence – 3PM Monday, May 25th
Everyone is encouraged to observe a National Moment of Silence in Remembrance of our Fallen Brothers and Sisters in the US Armed Forces. We have requested that if you have a bell – please ring your bell for 21 seconds during the last minute before 3 pm on Monday, May 25th followed by a 21 second moment of silence at 3 pm. This will conclude our 2025 Memorial Day Week observances.
