Gold Star Remembrance Day

Come together in person to honor and remember McHenry County's brave heroes for Gold Star Remembrance Day. It's a heartfelt gathering where we pay tribute to those who've come from our communities and made the ultimate sacrifice from the First World War onwards. Expect inspiring moments, stories shared, and a chance to connect with others who cherish these memories. We will also be dedicating the McHenry County Gold Star Flag and Grave Marker. Let's unite to honor and celebrate courage, love, and legacy. Don't miss out on this meaningful day — see you there!

The doors will open at 12:00pm for people to browse the plethora of flag displays from the various eras. The ceremony will begin promptly at 1:00 pm and will last approximately 2 hours. Please note there will be a brief intermission.

Light snacks will be provided. Cashless bar is available.

A website, McHenry County Gold Star Legacies, has been created to honor those fallen with a connection to McHenry County.

Please see link below:

mchenrycountygoldstarlegacies.com

This special day is a collaborated effort hosted by (alphabetically):

*The American Legion Post 141

*Blue Star Banner Program

*Galvanized Iron

*McHenry County Marine Corps League

*Traditional Service Flags

*Veterans Network Association

We would like to thank all our Platinum Star Sponsor- Goods in Kind

The Dole Mansion

Thanking our Silver Star Sponsor- Goods in Kind

Renee's of Ridgefield

We are appreciative to our Bronze Star Sponsors:

The Eskridge Family

American Legion Eugene Drill Post 606 Hebron, IL

Hebron Township

Thankful to our Bronze Star Sponsors- Goods in Kind

216 Creator Studios

3 Chefs Catering

Special thanks to all other sponsors and volunteers who have put endless hours into preparing for this event to honor our Gold Star Heroes and families. If you would like to sponsor this event, please contact [email protected] for details. Accepting Sponsorship until Aug 28, 2026.

To donate for this event visit Zeffy:

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/gold-star-remembrance-day-event

or mail check (write Gold Star in memo) to

Veterans Network Association

P.O.Box 995

Crystal Lake, IL 60039