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A variety of events throughout the region are celebrating Veteran’s Day -- and the veterans that are the reason to celebrate -- will start today, continuing through Veteran’s Day, held on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
Veteran’s Day was first proclaimed by President Woodrow Wilson following World War I. “To us in America, the reflections of Armistice Day will be filled with solemn pride in the heroism of those who died in the country’s service and with gratitude for the victory, both because of the thing from which it has freed us and because of the opportunity it has given America to show her sympathy with peace and justice in the councils of the nations…,” Wilson said.
Friday, Nov. 6
Veterans Luncheon
-- State Rep. Paul Takac, D-Centre, in partnership with the State College YMCA, 677 Whitehall Road, will host a veterans appreciation luncheon on Friday, Nov. 6, to recognize and thank Centre County veterans for their service and sacrifice ahead of Veterans Day. The luncheon begins at 11:30 a.m. Veterans and their guests will enjoy a complimentary lunch, generously provided by Texas Roadhouse, while connecting with Takac and fellow veterans. Attendees will also have the opportunity to learn about state programs, benefits and services available to veterans, meet with representatives from veterans' service organizations and participate in door prizes supported by local businesses.
Saturday, Nov. 7
Thanksgiving Dinner for Military Families
-- Lock Haven Cub Scout Pack and Troop 711 will provide a Free Thanksgiving Dinner to our military veterans and their immediate family members on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 4-6 p.m., at the Lock Haven VFW. A sit-down dinner with take-outs available will be provided as a thank you to the veterans. RSVP is requested (but not necessary) to plan enough food, by emailing LHTroop711@gmail.com
Sunday, Nov. 8
Veteran's Breakfast
-- Beech Creek American Legion Auxiliary Unit 623's Veteran's Breakfast, 7-11 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 8. Reservations were necessary. Call Sharon at 717-870-7574 for info.
Veteran's Day: Nov. 11
-- Wingate Faith Church is planning a Veteran's Day Dinner on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 5-7 p.m. In honor of Veteran's Day and to celebrate our country's freedoms because of our veterans, any veteran attending this public dinner will eat for free!
The meal will be a Lasagna Dinner, and includes salad, a roll, drink and dessert for $10 for those 13 and older; $5 for ages 6-12 and younger kiddos eat free! Proceeds from the meal will benefit Keystone Family Alliance. The church is located at 111 Runville Road, Bellefonte, which is directly behind the Sheetz store and beside Wingate Elementary. For more info about Wingate Faith Church and the activities there, call Janette at 814-883-0893.
-- St. John the Evangelist Catholic School in Bellefonte invites you to join us for our Field of Flags ceremony on Wednesday, Nov. 11, at 1:15 p.m. The ceremony will begin inside St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, where our students and staff will gather in prayer and song to honor the brave men and women who have served our country. Following the ceremony, we will move outside to the school courtyard for our Field of Flags, featuring hundreds of American flags representing our gratitude and respect for those who have served.
St. John's School is located at 116 E. Bishop St., Bellefonte.
-- Veteran's Pie and Ice Cream, Nov. 11
Any veteran is invited to share pie and ice cream on Veterans Day from 2-6 p.m. at 120 E. Walnut St., Suite 2, in the Save A Lot Plaza. Suite 2 is between the Vape Shop and One Main Financial.
-- Burkholder's Market is saluting our military veterans by providing a complimentary meal (up to $15) on Wednesday, Nov. 11, from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
-- Robin Hood Brewing Company will be offering a complimentary meal (up to $20) to all military veterans on Nov. 11.