About Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a United States Federal holiday observed on the last Monday of May. Formerly known as Decoration Day, it commemorates U.S. men and women who died while in military service to their country.
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Memorial Day Weekend is the official opening weekend of the New Jersey Shore. People come from miles around to the New Jersey Shore. Meet new friends, catch up with old ones and share stories.
Barbecue Etiquette: How to be the Perfect Host
Practicing proper Barbecue Etiquette makes all the difference in the world. This article gives tips and tricks to help to make sure you are considered the perfect host this Memorial Day Weekend.
Beach Tags - What you need to know.
Beach tags must be purchased in order to use many of the beaches along the Jersey Shore. Beaches with a beach-tag program use the proceeds to offset the maintenance and staffing costs associated with running a beach.
History of Memorial Day
The official "birthplace" of Memorial Day is Waterloo, New York. The village was credited with being the place of origin because it observed the day on May 5, 1866, and each year thereafter.
Memorial Day Speech
A speech by Sgt. Raymond Hubbard on the significance of Memorial Day and its fallen sons and daughters. The speech is a great reflection of Memorial Day and a look into the sacrifices our soldiers make for our freedom.
Wildwood International Kite Festival
The Wildwood Kite Festival brings people from around the region. There were people from Washington, D.C.and from Washington State who are all interested in competing and in Wildwood's International Kite Competition.