Veterans Day, which commemorates the signing of the armistice following
World War I, is observed on November 11 each year. Veterans Day gives Americans the
opportunity to celebrate the bravery and sacrifice of all U.S. Veterans. There are several ways to celebrate Veterans Day.
Attend a Veterans Day program in your community that offers tribute to those who serve on land, sea and air.
Take part in a flag-raising
ceremony. Stand and join in the Pledge of Allegiance to the flag and the
singing of the National Anthem. Local veterans organizations, such as
the American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars, often participate with
military banners and American flags.
Go to a band or choral concert featuring patriotic music.
Participate in a moment of
silence in remembrance of those who gave their lives for their country.
The moment usually begins at 11 a.m. and continues for two minutes in
honor of deceased veterans.
Attend a Veterans Day parade in
your area. Veterans, military and National Guard units, and sometimes
civic organizations, march or ride in parades celebrating the
significance of this day.
Take your children to visit a veterans hospital, or encourage them to send a letter of thanks to a veteran.
Members of the Lewiston-Auburn Rotary Club will be offered the opportunity to celebrate Veteran's Day by helping to do chores for Veteran's and/or their families. Watch for more information coming soon.
