Volunteers needed for Dressing of the Graves in Wellesley

The Veterans Services department is seeking volunteers to help place American flags on Veteran graves in Wellesley in preparation for Memorial Day.

The annual Dressing of the Graves event recognizes the bravery and sacrifice of departed individuals who served our country.

Dressing of the Graves will take place Thursday, May 7, 3pm, at Woodlawn Cemetery, 148 Brook Street. Volunteers should meet at the flag pole. Supplies are provided by the West Suburban Veterans District. No registration required.

Dressing of the Graves, Wellesley — Friends of Wellesley Veterans Board Member Chris Cavallerano instructs members of the Wellesley Lacrosse Team prior to placing flags on all veterans’ graves at Woodlawn Cemetery. Photo by Friends of Wellesley Veterans.