The Spirit of Princeton invites the community to the annual Memorial Day Parade and Dedication Ceremony Saturday, May 23, at 10 a.m. The parade on Nassau Street will be followed by an 11:15 a.m. dedication ceremony at Princeton Monument Hall (former Borough Hall).

The parade features veteran’s groups, marching bands, civic and youth groups, all marching to honor those who have died in military service to their country.

The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. at Princeton Avenue and Nassau Street and then heads down Nassau Street to Princeton Monument Plaza, where the ceremony will take place. Retired Navy Captain John Baker will be the featured speaker at the ceremony.

Small American flags will be distributed for free to children along the parade route. These and other parade expenses are paid for by the Spirit of Princeton, a charitable non-profit group of local residents dedicated to bringing the community together through a variety of civic events, such as the Memorial Day Parade, Flag Day Ceremony, Veterans’ Day Ceremony and Independence Day Fireworks. Donations to Spirit of Princeton are encouraged, because the organization, which has been in existence for two decades and was funded initially by a few very generous donor grants, may be forced to cut back on those activities that have played such a joyful role in the lives of Princeton residents. See the website for information on how you can “Get into the Spirit” by donating.

The parade and ceremony will take place rain or shine. No political campaigning is allowed in the parade, but local officials will be recognized along the parade route. Participating veterans can park at Monument Hall. Shuttle service is available to the parade start.

Parade watchers can have breakfast before or after the parade at the Princeton Rotary Pancake Breakfast from 8 a.m. to noon at the Palmer Square Green.

For further information, call (609) 430-0144 or visit: www.spiritofprinceton.org.