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Posted on Sun, May 27, 2012 : 5:55 a.m.

Observe Memorial Day and take in a show today

By Ann Dwyer

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The "Annual Memorial Day Observance" will be held at Arborcrest Memorial Park.

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Complete listing of Memorial Day events.

MEMORIAL DAY

The "Annual Memorial Day Observance" will be held at Arborcrest Memorial Park. 2 p.m. Rain or shine. The ceremony will include the Washtenaw County Honor Guard, local Boy Scout troops, Miss Washtenaw, barbershop quartet and trumpet performances and a recitation of "Flanders Field." U.S. Rep. John Dingell will attend, and state Rep. Mark Ouimet will be master of ceremonies. Free. The park is at 2521 Glazier Way, Ann Arbor. 734-761-4572.

MEMORIAL DAY

The VFW Graf-O'Hara Post 423 "Open House And Military Memorabilia Display" continues today through Monday. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Items on display will include uniforms dating from World War I, medals, weapons, helmets, boots, patches and personal items. It's one of the largest private collections in the Midwest. Free. The VFW is located at 3230 S. Wagner Road, Ann Arbor. 734-662-3972.

MUSIC

The Old Town Tavern "Sunday Night Music for May" will feature Mike Vial. 8-10 p.m. A fine singer/songwriter to drink a beer to. No cover. The Old Town is located at 122 W. Liberty St., Ann Arbor. No cover. 734-662-9291.

THEATER

The Emergent Arts Theatre wraps up "The Odd Couple" today at the Arthur Miller Theatre in the U-M Walgreen Drama Center. 2 p.m. The production will feature popular local award winning actors Jon Elliott as Oscar Madison, and Steve Elliott (no relation) as Felix Ungar. Directed by Tim Henning. $20/ general admission, $16/ seniors and students with ID. The theater is at 1226 Murfin Ave., Ann Arbor. 734-764-2538.