Lynn-Swampscott Veterans' Services

06/03/2026

Join us as we celebrate the 251st Birthday of the United States Army with a special Flag Raising Ceremony and Birthday Celebration.

📅 Thursday, June 11
🕚 11:00 AM
📍 Lynn City Hall Foyer

Soldiers of the United States Army have answered the call to serve, defending our Nation with courage, honor, and sacrifice. This ceremony will recognize and honor those who have served in the United States Army since its inception on June 14, 1775.

All are welcome to attend.

Light refreshments will be served.

05/26/2026

🇺🇸 A patriotic and deeply moving day in the City of Lynn. Thank you to everyone who joined us for today’s Memorial Day Ceremony. Seeing our community stand united at City Hall, served as a powerful tribute to the Fallen. We paused in deep gratitude for the lives laid down for our country. They gave their todays so we could have our tomorrows. Lynn will never forget. Let us carry their memory forward with pride and patriotism every single day. ❤️🤍💙

The City of Lynn

05/25/2026

Despite the downpours today, our community showed up in true Swampscott fashion to honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.

The rain only served as a somber reminder of the true meaning of Memorial Day—We live in liberty because they gave their all. We will never forget.

Thank you to our veterans, local officials, and every single neighbor who brought their umbrellas, their families, and their deepest respect to today’s ceremony. Seeing the sea of flags along Monument Avenue and the names etched in stone on the memorials against the gray sky is a powerful testament to the enduring patriotic spirit of our Town.



Town of Swampscott

05/24/2026

⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE ⚠️ PLEASE SHARE
The Town of Swampscott Memorial Day Ceremony has been moved indoors. We invite the community to join us in honoring our fallen heroes at our new location.

📍 NEW LOCATION: Andrews Chapel at Swampscott Cemetery
📅 DATE: May 25, 2026
🕑 TIME: 10:00AM

We will see you there as we stand together in gratitude and remembrance.



Town of Swampscott

05/24/2026

⚠️ WEATHER UPDATE ⚠️ PLEASE SHARE
The City of Lynn Memorial Day Ceremony has been moved indoors. We invite the community to join us in honoring our fallen heroes at our new location.

📍 NEW LOCATION: Lynn City Hall Foyer
📅 DATE: May 25, 2026
🕑 TIME: 2:00 PM

We will see you there as we stand together in gratitude.



The City of Lynn

05/23/2026

Freedom isn’t free—it’s paid for by the sacrifices of the heroes resting right here in our communities. Thank you to every volunteer who stepped up and rolled up their sleeves to decorate our Veterans graves with flags. Because of your efforts, the final resting places of our fallen heroes stand proud, draped in the Red, White, and Blue. Today and every day, we remember the cost of our freedom. Never forget. 🦅

The City of Lynn Town of Swampscott

05/19/2026

🇺🇸 As we approach Memorial Day, we invite our community to join us in honoring the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Please join the Lynn-Swampscott Veterans Services and our local communities in these upcoming events of remembrance and respect.

🗓️EVENT SCHEDULE

🎖️DECORATING GRAVES

Swampscott: May 20, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM (Veterans Section, Swampscott Cemetery)

Lynn: May 21, 6:00 PM (Meet at 5:45 PM at World War I Section, Pine Grove Cemetery)

🇺🇸FIELD OF FLAGS (May 22 – May 27)

Lynn: Visit the tribute at the Pine Grove Cemetery Sunken Garden.

Swampscott: Flags placed along Monument Ave.

Volunteer Opportunity: Help with set-up in Swampscott on May 22 at 5:00 PM (Meet at Town Hall Lawn).

⭐️MEMORIAL DAY - May 25

Swampscott Ceremony: 10:00 AM at the Swampscott Cemetery Veterans Section.

Lynn Procession & Ceremony: Form at 1:00 PM (Manning Field, Ford St. entrance). Step off at 1:30 PM. Ceremony to follow at Pine Grove Cemetery.

All veterans, community members, and youth groups are encouraged to attend and show their support.

📢 Stay Informed: For the latest updates, including weather-related announcements, please follow: Lynn-Swampscott Veterans' Services
The City of Lynn Town of Swampscott

05/04/2026

May is Older Americans Month!

May is Older Americans Month — a time to recognize the strength, resilience, and lifelong contributions of our older adults, including the veterans who have served our nation and continue to serve our communities every day.

At the Executive Office of Veterans Services, we are working every day to make Massachusetts a more welcoming and veteran-ready state for older adults — expanding access to benefits, strengthening connections to local services, supporting long-term care options, and helping veterans and their families navigate the resources they’ve earned.

We're committed to standing with you at every stage of life. If you or a loved one needs support, we’re here to help. For more information on EOVS' programs and services visit: mass.gov/vets

01/07/2026

Come on down today until 5:30PM! Chicken, eggs, apples, and pizza!

WHAT: Hero Meals Monthly Food Market We invite all members of our incredible military community to attend the Hero Meals Monthly Food Market. This monthly event is our simple but sincere way of saying “Thank You” for the immense sacrifices you and your families make every day. The market is desi...