Whether you're hosting a barbecue or attending one, you may find yourself in need of a last-minute run to the grocery store before the grilling begins. Those without plans may want to partake in some casual shopping or lunch with friends at a fast-food restaurant. Luckily, many retailers and restaurants will be open on May 27.

It is a time set aside to honor those who lost their lives in service to our country. It is also the unofficial start of summer and is often marked by parades, barbecues and family gatherings. Memorial Day is always marked on the fourth Monday in May,