Wreaths Across America ceremony to take place next Sat.

The VFW Auxiliary to Post 7885 will be hosting a ceremony on National Wreaths Across America Day, Saturday, December 18. The event is set to begin at 11 a.m. at Veterans Park in Ekalaka.

Wreaths Across America coordinates wreath­-laying ceremonies at more than 2,500 locations across the United States, at sea and abroad. Wreaths Across America’s mission is to remember, honor and teach throughout the year.

Even though Veterans Day occurs in the fall and Memorial Day in the spring, service members sacrifice their time and safety every single day of the year to preserve Americans freedoms. In many homes, there is an empty seat for one who is serving or one who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country. There is no better time to express appreciation than during the hustle and bustle of the holiday season.

The auxiliary invites all to join and honor local veterans who have passed.