The Onset Bay Association let loose a flock of eco-friendly, dove-shaped balloons Saturday afternoon over Onset Harbor, in honor of Memorial Day. Residents were invited to write the names of loved ones on the balloons' tails.

The balloons, along with other items, such as small American flags and plastic bracelets, were sold to benefit the 2015 Fireworks Fund.

Jackie Lindsey, chairman of the Onset Bay Association, said there were not nearly as many people as she expected.

"I expected at least 100," Lindsey said.