FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 22, 2024

Event Contact: Annette Ghazarian
Email: AGhazarian@GlendaleCA.gov
Phone: (818) 548-3342

City Media Contact: Stephanie Mkhlian
Email: SMkhlian@GlendaleCA.gov
Phone: (818) 550-4424

City Hall to Hold Memorial Day Ceremony

Glendale, CA – The City’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony, will be held on Monday, May 27, 2024, at 9:30 AM. The ceremony will take place outside Glendale City Hall at Memorial Wall, located at 613 E. Broadway, Glendale, CA 91206, closest to the corner of E. Broadway and Isabel St. This event is an opportunity to remember and honor the brave men and women who have sacrificed their lives in service to our country.

The event will be emceed by Glendale’s Deputy Police Chief Andrew Jenks, with Lieutenant Alex Krikorian, a distinguished US Marines Veteran, delivering the keynote address. The ceremony will include a presentation of colors, a flag salute, and the singing of the national anthem, paying tribute to our nation's heroes. The Glendale Police Department Color Guard and Glendale Police Explorers will take part in the presentation of colors and the laying of the roses, respectively.

The community is encouraged to attend and participate in this important event to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our Country’s freedom. Refreshments will be provided by the Glendale Elks Lodge. For more information, please contact the City of Glendale at (818) 548-4844, option 1.

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Known as the “Jewel City,” Glendale is the fourth largest city of Los Angeles County. With a population of more than 200,000, Glendale is a thriving cosmopolitan city that is rich in history, culturally diverse, and offers nearly 50 public parks, and easy access to a municipal airport. It is the home to a vibrant business community, with major companies in healthcare, entertainment, manufacturing, retail, and banking.