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It's Memorial Day Weekend, the unofficial start of summer and a time to reflect on the sacrifices that make this country what it is.
The big picture: Here are some ways to make the most of it.
ποΈ Memorial Day Ceremony and Laying of Wreaths: Monday, 11am, Huntsville-Madison County Veterans Memorial Park
- Mayor Tommy Battle and Lt. Gen. Gavin Lawrence, Redstone Arsenal Senior Commander, will speak at this year's event. It's free, and organizers recommend bringing a chair.
πΊπΈ VFW Post 5162 Memorial Day Ceremony: Monday, 9am, Maple Hill Cemetery
- Individuals and organizations are welcome to lay a wreath at Maple Hill Cemetery Monday morning at Post 5162's annual Memorial Day event.
π¦ Friday Night at the Museum: Friday, U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum, 4-7pm; $4-$10
- The U.S. Veterans Memorial Museum at John Hunt Park is offering a chance to explore the museum after hours today.
βΎοΈ Trash Pandas vs Chattanooga Lookouts: Harry Potter Weekend, Saturday-Sunday, Toyota Field, $10-$73
- Saturday's game kicks off Harry Potter Weekend with "an unforgettable experience on the opening night" and a Harry Potter jersey auction to raise money for charity.

π Alabama Jubilee Hot Air Balloon Classic; Decatur, Saturday-Sunday, free
- The annual hot air balloon takeover of Decatur's Point Mallard Park is set for this weekend, with main flight times in the early morning and late afternoon both days.
πββοΈ Cotton Row Run; Monday, downtown, $12.72-$60
- The 46th Cotton Row Run, hosted by Huntsville Track Club, is set for Monday downtown, honoring fallen military members and leading runners through a living memorial flag line.
πΈ Jamorial Day; Monday, 5-8pm, Stovehouse, free
- The Stovehouse Food Garden will turn into a backyard party with live music from Double Barrel Band and classic lawn games.
