On November 6 and 7, the American Legion Auxiliary members of Fayetteville Unit 105 will offer the red paper poppies to the public. On Veterans Day, Nov. 11, 2008, the public is asked to pause for a moment, pin on a poppy and wear it with pride, remembering the civilian who took an oath to serve his or her country so that America would survive today.

The poppies are made by disabled and hospitalized veterans in Poppy Shops run by Auxiliary members. The poppies are purchased from the shops by the Auxiliary. It is part of a physical and psychological therapy program by veterans for veterans. All donations collected for the poppies are used by the local unit to aid needy veterans and their families in the community and throughout the state.

This memorial flower was adopted by the American Legion Auxiliary in 1920 and since that time, programs have been conducted throughout the United States each year.