FARMERBSURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV) — As Veteran’s Day approaches, people throughout the Wabash Valley are finding ways to show support and celebrate those who have served.
A list of events and celebrations has been compiled for those who would like to participate or attend.
This list is not exhaustive and is subject to update throughout the season.
- Brazil, Ind.:
- What:
- 8:00 a.m. | VFW free veteran’s breakfast
- 10:00 a.m. | March down National Ave. begins, from VFW to courthouse
- 11:00 a.m. | Courthouse Ceremony begins
- 12:00 p.m. | The “Stampede” will take place
- 7:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. | Abbi Scott Band
- When: Saturday, November 11
- What:
- Clinton, Ind.:
- What: The Mayor, Jack Gilfoy, will speak at a Veteran’s Day celebration, and the Honor Guard will be in attendance
- Where: Veteran’s Park
- When: Friday, November 10 | 11:00 a.m.
- Daviess County, Ind.:
- What: Daviess County Remembrance event
- Where: Daviess County Courthouse
- When: Saturday, November 11 | 11:00 a.m.
- Linton, Ind.:
- What: Honor Gaurd celebration
- Where: Linton-Stockton School
- When: Friday, November 10 | 8:00 a.m.
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- What: Veteran’s Breakfast
- Where: American Legion
- When: Saturday, November 11 | 7:30 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.
- Marshall, Ill.:
- What: Veteran’s Appreciation Service with military music and an after-service church dinner
- Where: First Congregational Church
- When: Sunday, November 12 | 10:00 a.m.
- Robinson, Ill.:
- What: Robinson Mayor, Mike Shimer, will lead the pledge of allegiance at a Veteran’s Day event
- Where: Robinson American Legion
- When: Saturday, November 11 | 1:00 p.m.
- Rockville Ind.:
- What: Veterans are welcome to enjoy a meal
- Where: Rockville American Legion
- When: Saturday, November 11 | 11:00 a.m.
- Terre Haute, Ind.:
- What: Veteran’s Day Parade and cannon sound-off for Armistice Day
- Where: Along Wabash Ave. ending at Terre Haute VFW
- When: Saturday, November 11 | 11:00 a.m.
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- What: Veteran’s Day Ceremony
- Where: ISU Campus – Dede I
- When: Friday, November 10 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
- Vincennes, Ind.:
- What: Vincennes City Council Veteran’s Recognition Committee Veteran’s Memorial. The public is welcome to honor veterans at the memorial which includes a flag and eternal flame.
- Where: Memorial Park Cemetery
- When: Saturday, November 11 | Throughout the day
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