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Shelton Today
By the People, for the People
Derby-Shelton Rotary Club Announces 2026 Flags For Heroes Ceremony
Annual event to honor local heroes with flag display and community celebration
Published on Feb. 25, 2026
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The Derby-Shelton Rotary Club is hosting its 5th Annual Flags for Heroes Ceremony on June 13, 2026 at Shelton Veterans Memorial Park. The event will feature a display of hundreds of American flags sponsored by community members to honor veterans, active military, first responders, healthcare workers, teachers, coaches, community leaders, and other local heroes. The ceremony will include patriotic reflections, community recognition, and a slideshow of the honored heroes.
Why it matters
The Flags for Heroes ceremony is an important annual tradition that brings the community together to recognize and appreciate the sacrifices and contributions of local heroes. With the United States celebrating its 250th anniversary in 2026, this year's event holds special significance as a powerful moment to celebrate patriotism, unity, and service.
The details
Leading up to the June 13th ceremony, hundreds of American flags will be displayed on the Derby Green and Shelton Veterans Memorial Park. Community members, families, and businesses can sponsor flags in honor of their heroes, with each sponsored flag including a commemorative tag bearing the hero's name. The flag sponsorship deadline is May 15, 2026. Proceeds from the Flags for Heroes program support local charitable initiatives and community service projects led by the Derby-Shelton Rotary Club.
- The 5th Annual Flags for Heroes Ceremony will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026.
- The flag sponsorship deadline is May 15, 2026.
The players
Derby-Shelton Rotary Club
A local Rotary club that organizes the annual Flags for Heroes ceremony to honor community heroes.
Carolyn Dow
The chairperson of the Flags for Heroes event.
What’s next
The flag sponsorship deadline is May 15, 2026, and community members can sponsor flags or learn more about the event by visiting the Flags for Heroes website or contacting the event chairperson.
The takeaway
The Flags for Heroes ceremony is an important annual tradition that brings the Shelton and Derby communities together to honor local heroes and celebrate patriotism, unity, and service, especially as the United States marks its 250th anniversary in 2026.
