BUCYRUS—Poppy Days are here again and Bucyrus Mayor Jeff Reser has proclaimed May 28 and 29 as the city’s official Poppy Days.
Bucyrus resident and member of the Colonel Crawford Post 181 of the American Legion Sue Adams has overseen the annual event in Bucyrus for over a decade after learning the process from her mentor, Francis Ruth.
“I started out helping Francis and eventually took over. She was wonderful to work with and we all miss her so much,” Adams said of Ruth, who died in 2014.
National Poppy Days are sponsored by American Legion posts across the country. The red poppy is an enduring symbol of remembrance of World War I.
Adams said that in Bucyrus, the women’s auxiliary is in charge of the event that is designed to collect donations to help local veterans with things they need.
“The American Legion Auxiliary in Bucyrus is celebrating 100 years,” said Adams.
Volunteers will be distributing the beautiful poppy flowers for a donation at area businesses, including ACE Hardware and Carle’s, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. this Friday and Saturday.
“All monies that are donated is spent on Veterans at our nursing homes and the Veterans Home in Sandusky along with helping fund special projects for Veterans,” said Adams. “Please remember our Veterans this Memorial Day. If you love your freedom, thank a vet!”