Memorial day weekend at vashon senior center
Vashon Senior Center resides in a historic building that began its life as the Vashon Memorial Library in 1946. Behind the Library, the Bacchus family built King County’s first World War II Memorial in honor of sons Thomas and Lad, who were both killed near the end of the war.
The Senior Center has been welcoming island elders and their families here since 1984, when we purchased the building from King County (for $1).
Over Memorial Day Weekend, we honor and celebrate our past, present and future with two events in our newly renovated outdoor space.
Vashon Senior Center Memorial Garden
Sunday, May 25, 2pm:
Formal Rededication of the World War II Memorial
The formal ceremony will be followed by light refreshments. Island veterans are specially invited to attend, along with their families.
Those who wish to attend are requested to RSVP by calling the Vashon Senior Center at (206) 463-5173 or by emailing admin@vashoncenter.org. Seating will be limited, and we want to everyone to be comfortable.
Memorial Day, Monday May 26, 1pm to 4pm
Community Cook-out
Islanders of all ages are invited and welcome. Enjoy live music from Riverbend, grilled hot dogs and veggie dogs with multiple toppings (including chili) plus watermelon and other treats.
This long-anticipated event will also mark the kick-off of a unique fundraiser in support of the Senior Center, the unveiling of our Giving Tree, created by artist Nan Leiter.
