Veterans Day

Whether you’re old enough to recall November 11 as Armistice Day or young enough to know it only as National Veterans Day is not the point. What truly matters is that we take time from our busy lives to pay tribute to all the men and women who have served our country.

Please consider honoring all our veterans, living or dead, at a ceremony near you. I’ve listed some below. Be sure to check dates and times:

Veterans Health Care System of the Ozarks (aka VA Hospital) Fayetteville. The annual Veterans Day Ceremony will be held on Friday, November 9, 2012 at 11:00 a.m. in the auditorium of Building 3. It will feature the National Anthem, presentation of the colors by U of A ROTC, patriotic music by Fayetteville High School Band, placing of the Memorial Wreath and a speaker. The public is encouraged to attend. Northwest Arkansas Veterans Day Parade, Fayetteville Square, Sunday, November 11. Parade starts at 4:30 pm from 401 West Mountain Street and ends at 5:30 pm at 303 West Center.

Rogers, Saturday, November 10. Events begin at 9:30 am at Pig Trail Harley-Davidson, 2409 West Hudson Road Rogers and include a parade. Donations from this event will benefit Disabled American Veterans.

Springdale, Sunday, November 11. NW Arkansas Veterans Day Parade begins on Emma Street at 2:30 pm. After that, everyone is invited to a free concert called “Bellows, Brass, and Bells!” from 4:00 pm to 5:15 pm at First United Methodist Church, 206 W. Johnson Avenue, Springdale. Red, white and blue cookies will be served.